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    7500 Series User's Guide May 2007 www.lexmark.com
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    in the user documentation, to a professional service person. This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of
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    the printer 17 Checking the box contents...17 Understanding the parts of the printer 18 Standalone printer setup...20 Getting the printer ready to up to fax while behind a PBX ...34 Using a digital phone service...35 Understanding the control panel...35 Using the control panel...35 Navigating the
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    networks ...53 Tips for using network adapters ...54 Advanced wireless setup...55 Creating an ad hoc wireless network using Windows 55 Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network using Windows 56 Loading paper and original documents 57 Loading paper...57 Using the automatic paper type
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    ) automatically 73 Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) manually 73 Changing printer settings...74 Saving and deleting print settings...74 Using the Change Printer Default Settings submenu 74 Resetting printer software to factory default settings 75 Using the Change Print File Default
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    Changing the Gamma Value of a photo or image 90 Despeckling a photo ...90 Changing the Brightness / Contrast settings of a photo 90 Applying a color effect to a photo ...90 Changing the Exposure setting of a photo 91 Removing wavy patterns from scanned photos, magazines, or newspapers 91
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    to a call (On Hook Dial 117 Sending a broadcast fax at a scheduled time 118 Receiving a fax...119 Receiving a fax manually...119 Receiving a two-sided fax...119 Setting a fax manual answer code ...120 Using Caller ID from the control panel...120 Using Caller ID from the software...120 Receiving
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    print cartridges...141 Ordering paper and other supplies ...141 Troubleshooting...143 Setup Troubleshooting...143 Incorrect language appears on the display 143 Power button is not lit ...143 Software does not install ...144 Page does not print ...145 Solving printer communication problems 146
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    printer ports (Windows users only 159 Print troubleshooting... print cartridges...163 Ink levels seem incorrect ...164 Ink printer status...168 Settings are not saved...169 Checking printer readiness...169 Checking the Spool Settings for banner printing 170 Resolving font problems ...170 Printer
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    troubleshooting 177 How to clear and avoid paper jams ...177 Duplex unit does not operate correctly ...178 Two-sided paper type error ...178 Two-sided printing is not supported on the current paper size 178 Two-sided printing is not supported on the current paper type 178 Paper jam in the printer
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    on the printer display 198 Alignment Error...198 Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F 198 Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low 199 error messages ...203 Left/Right Cartridge Missing ...203 Communication not available ...203 General Printing Problem ...204 Ink Low ...204 Out of
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    Edition notice...206 European EC directives conformity statement for radio products 208 Power consumption...213 Networking glossary 218 Index...220 12
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    The User's Guide gives you instructions for setting up You can find this document in the printer box or on the hardware and software (on Windows operating Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. systems) and some basic instructions for using the printer. Note: If your printer supports Macintosh
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    Faxing (if supported by your printer) follow these instructions: • Maintaining the printer 1 Insert the CD. • Connecting the printer to a network (if supported by The installation screen appears. your printer) Note: If necessary, click ŒAll Programs Œ • Troubleshooting problems with printing
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    notice. For the most recent phone numbers available, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your printer. E-mail support For e-mail support, visit our Web site: www.lexmark.com. E-mail support varies by country or region, and may not be available in some instances. 1 Click CUSTOMER
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    depending on the router brand/model. Operating system notice All features and functions are operating system-dependent. For complete descriptions: • Windows users-See the User's Guide. • Macintosh users-If your product supports Macintosh, see the Mac Help installed with the printer software. 16
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    3 Telephone cord 4 Power cord 5 Installation cable 6 Quick Setup sheet 7 User's Guide 7 6 Description Cartridges to be installed into the printer. Note: Cartridge combinations vary depending on the product purchased. Use for faxing. For more information about connecting this cord, see "Choosing
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    for the printer • User's Guide: Comprehensive Version in electronic format • Mac Help Understanding the parts of the printer 2 3 guides Keep paper straight when feeding. 4 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Scan, copy, or fax multiple-page letter-, legal-, and A4-size documents. 5 Paper support
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    Operate the printer. For more information, see "Using the control panel" on page 35. 12 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. 13 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding into the ADF. 1 2 4 5 3 6 Use the 1 Scanner unit 2 Print cartridge carrier 3 EXT
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    Use the To 5 Lexmark N2050 (internal wireless print server) Connect the printer to a wireless network. Note: Not DSL (digital subscriber line), ISDN (integrated services digital network), or cable modem to the printer. Standalone printer setup 1 Unpack the printer. 1 2 3 4 8 7 1 2 3 5 6 20
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    2 Remove all tape and packing material from all areas of the printer. 3 If needed, install the correct control panel for your language. 1 2 4 Raise the control panel. 21
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    5 Extend the paper exit tray. 6 Raise the paper support. 7 Extend the paper guides. 8 Load paper. 22
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    9 Connect the power cord. 10 Make sure the power is on. 1 2 11 If prompted, set the language. 1 21 a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the language you want appears on the display. b Press to save. 12 If prompted, set the country/region. 1 21 a Using the
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    13 Open the printer. 14 Press down on the cartridge carrier levers. 15 Remove the tape from the black print cartridge, and insert the cartridge in the left carrier. 16 Close the black cartridge carrier lid. 24
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    17 Remove the tape from the color print cartridge, and insert the cartridge in the right carrier. 18 Close the color cartridge carrier lid. 19 Close the printer. 20 Press . An alignment page prints. 25
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    alignment page. Notes: • The alignment page may differ from the one shown. • Streaks on the alignment page are normal, and do not indicate a problem. Getting the printer ready to fax CAUTION: Do not use the fax feature during a lightning storm. Do not set up this product or make any electrical or
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    connect the equipment: 1 Remove the plug from the EXT port on the back of the printer. Note: Once this plug is removed, any country- or region-specific equipment you connect to the printer by the adapter, as shown, will not function properly. 2 Connect your telecommunications equipment directly to
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    • Hungary • Poland • Romania • Russia • Slovenia • Spain • Turkey To connect an answering machine or other telecommunications equipment to the printer: 1 Remove the plug from the back of the printer. Note: Once this plug is removed, any country- or region-specific equipment that you connect to the
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    machines) may not work. Choosing a fax connection You can connect the printer with equipment such as a telephone, an answering machine, or a computer modem. If problems occur, see "Setup Troubleshooting" on page 143. Note: The printer is an analog device that works best when directly connected to
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    on your country or region. For more information on connecting the printer to telecommunications equipment, see the related topic, "Using an RJ11 adapter wall jack 2 Connect one telephone cord into the LINE port of the printer, and then plug it into an active telephone wall jack. 3 Remove the protective
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    computer. 1 Make sure you have a telephone cord and a telephone wall jack. 2 Connect one end of the telephone cord into the LINE port of the printer. 3 Connect the other end of the telephone cord into an active telephone wall jack. Connecting directly to a telephone wall jack in Germany Connect the
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    line (not provided) between the answering machine and the other N slot of the telephone wall jack. Connecting to a computer with a modem Connect the printer to a computer with a modem to send faxes from the software application. Note: Setup steps may vary depending on your country or region. For
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    faxes without using a computer. Note: Setup steps may vary depending on your country or region. For more information on connecting the printer to telecommunications equipment, see the related topic, "Using an RJ11 adapter." 1 Make sure you have the following: • A telephone • Two telephone cords
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    is being used in a business or office, it may be connected to a Private Branch Exchange (PBX) telephone system. Ordinarily, when dialing a fax number, the printer waits to recognize the dial tone and then dials the fax number. However, this method of dialing may not work if the PBX telephone system
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    an ISDN telephone service, connect the printer to an analog telephone port (an R-interface port) on an ISDN terminal adapter. For more information and to request an R-interface port, contact your ISDN provider. • If you are using DSL, connect to a DSL filter or router that will support analog use
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    status • Messages • Menus 2 Use to: • Turn the printer on and off. • Stop the print, copy, scan, or fax process. 3 Print on both sides of the paper (duplex). A green backlight comes on when the
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    and submenus. • Save the changes made in a submenu. Note: You must press to save the values you specified in the control panel menus before the printer timeouts and loses any value changes you made. 3 • Cancel a print, copy, scan, or fax job in progress. • Clear a fax number or end a fax
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    Press To 8 • Move upward through a submenu listing within a menu. • In Photo mode, increase the number copies of a photo you want to print. • In Photo mode or Scan mode, move the Region of Interest box up. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 7 8 9 3 * 0# Press To 1 In Fax mode: • Press to redial
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    • Scan • Setup • Maintenance 1 Press or repeatedly until the item you want is highlighted. 2 Press . The menu that matches the previously highlighted item appears: • Copy Mode menu • Photo Card Mode menu • Print Files Mode menu • Fax Mode menu • Scan Mode menu • Setup menu • Maintenance menu Within
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    the values you chose for this one individual job only. Installing another language control panel These instructions apply only if you received one or more additional language control panels with the printer. 1 Lift and remove the control panel (if one is installed). 1 2 2 Choose the correct control
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    then press down. 1 2 Understanding the Setup menu and submenus The Setup menu lets you set up the printer and specify and change user default settings that are available in some of the other main menus, such as the Copy Mode menu and Scan
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    you selected and saved from the control panel. Note: While this list is printing, you cannot start copy, print, or scan jobs from the printer. Network Setup Print a network setup page, which is a list of installed network options. You can also select and save your active network, either Ethernet
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    the World Wide Web 1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. 2 From the home page, navigate through the menu selection, and then click Drivers & Downloads. 3 Choose the printer and the printer driver for your operating system. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to download the
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    Click the Productivity Studio icon for the task you want to complete. Depending on the printer you have, some of the features of this software may not be applicable. Click To Scan Copy Details • Scan a photo or document. • Save, edit, or
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    , envelopes, cards, banners, iron-on transfers, and transparencies. • Find the electronic User's Guide for more information. • View ink levels and order new print cartridges. Troubleshooting • Learn tips about the current status. • Solve printer problems. • View ink levels and order new print
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    a new print cartridge. • Order new print cartridges. • Print a test page. • Clean print cartridges to fix horizontal streaks. • Align print cartridges to fix blurry edges. • View ink levels. • Troubleshoot other ink problems. Turning printing voice notification on or off The printer has a voice
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    print servers are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch something metal such as the printer frame before you touch the wireless print server. 4 Align the edges of the internal wireless print server with the guides on the left and right, and then slide the wireless print server into the
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    printing, but it is not connected to a wireless network. Select this option if you want to set up the printer on your wireless network. • Orange blinking indicates that the printer is configured, but it is unable to communicate with the wireless network. Select this option if you want to modify
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    built in or installed in them. There are different ways a network can be set up. Five common examples appear below. Note: The printers in the following diagrams represent Lexmark printers with Lexmark internal print servers built in or installed in them so that they can communicate over a network
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    network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or a cable modem. Internet Scenario 2: Computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly with Internet • A computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected wirelessly to a wireless router. • The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or
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    security keys or passwords used with the network security encryption type Note: You must know this information in order to properly set up the printer for use on the wireless network. To obtain these settings, see the documentation that came with your wireless router or consult the person who
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    wireless print server separately, the MAC address appears on an adhesive label that came with the wireless print server. Attach the adhesive label to your printer so you will be able to find the MAC address when you need it. UAA: XX XX XX XX XX XX Note: A list of MAC
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    of the following situations: • You manually assigned IP addresses for the other network devices. • You want to assign a specific IP address. • You move the printer to a remote subnet. • The printer is listed as Unconfigured in the Configuration Utility. Contact your system support person for more
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    A simple type of wireless network is one where a PC with a wireless adapter communicates directly with a printer equipped for wireless networking. This mode of communication is called ad hoc. A device in this type of network must have a valid IP address and be
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    ad-hoc (computer-to-computer) network, and then click Next. 4 Follow the instructions in the "Set up a wireless ad hoc network" wizard. As part of the Create a network name or SSID for the network between the computer and your printer. b Write the name of your network in the space provided. Be sure
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    screen. 24 Store your network name and security code in a safe place for future reference. Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network using Windows 1 Click Programs or All Programs ΠLexmark 7500 Series. 2 Click Wireless Setup. 3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. 56
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    instructions that came with it. • You do not force paper into the printer. 2 Before loading paper the first time, slide the paper guides out toward the edges of the paper support to avoid ink smudging. 3 Load the paper vertically in the center of the paper support, and adjust the paper guides to rest
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    ink smudging. Loading labels You can load up to 25 sheets of labels at a time. 1 Load labels with the print side facing you and the top of the sheet fed into the printer The labels are loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the labels. Note: Labels
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    have a removable strip, each strip should face away from you and down toward the printer. 2 Make sure: • The transparencies are loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the transparencies. Notes: • Transparencies with paper backing sheets are
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    support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. Loading banner paper You can load up to 20 sheets of banner paper at a time. 1 Remove all paper from the paper support the printer first. 5 Make sure: • The paper is loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest
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    Note: The maximum scan area for the scanner glass is 216 x 297 mm (8.5 x 11.7 in.). 1 Open the top cover. 2 Place the original document or item facedown on the scanner glass in the lower right corner. Note: Photos should be loaded as shown. 3 Close the top cover to avoid dark edges on the scanned
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    items, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the Automatic Document Feeder. Place these items on the scanner glass. 2 Adjust the paper guide on the Automatic Document Feeder tray against the edges of the paper. Automatic Document Feeder paper capacity Load up to Make sure 25 sheets of
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    • Letterhead paper Make sure • The document is loaded text side up. • The paper guide is against the edge of the paper. • The paper size fits within these dimensions: Feeder tray. • You do not use media printed with metallic ink particles. • You avoid embossed designs. Using the Paper Handling
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    OK or Print. Printing a Web page You can use the Toolbar to create a printer-friendly version of any Web page. 1 Load paper. 2 Open a Web page using you want to check or change your print settings: a From the toolbar area, click Lexmark ΠPage Setup. b Adjust the print settings. c Click OK. 4 If you
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    which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Open a Web If no number appears next to Photos: a From the Lexmark logo drop-down menu, select Options. b Select the Advanced size you want, the blank paper size in the printer, and the number of copies. 6 If you want
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    This option is available only when you are printing multiple copies. • If printing photos, to prevent smudging, remove each photo as it exits the printer, and let it dry before stacking. Printing the last page first (reverse page order) 1 With a document open, click File Œ Print. 2 Click Properties
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    , PPT, PDF, RTF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, WPS, or WPD are recognized. • If there are also photos stored on the memory card or flash drive, the printer automatically switches to Photo mode. 3 Press or repeatedly until Print Files appears. 4 Press to make changes to paper size or type, or to adjust the
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    with a glossy finish. It is best when used with genuine Lexmark evercolorTM 2 ink, providing photos that are fade- and water-resistant. • Lexmark Photo Paper-An outstanding "everyday" heavyweight inkjet photo paper designed for use with Lexmark printers, but compatible with all brands of inkjet
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    the Paper Size list, select a card size. 8 Click OK. 9 Click OK or Print. Notes: • To avoid paper jams, do not force the cards into the printer. • To prevent smudging, remove each card as it exits, and let it dry before stacking. Printing a document as a poster 1 With a document open, click File
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    can be bound to make a booklet. When printing with a heavier paper stock, select a smaller number of Printed sheets per bundle. 7 Click OK to close any printer software dialog boxes that are open. 8 Print the document. 70
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    transfers. 2 With an image open, click File ΠPrint. 3 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. 4 From the Print Layout tab, select Mirror if you want the printer software to flip the image. Select Normal if you have a program that automatically flips the image. 5 Click OK to close any
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    . The Duplexing area is on the lower portion of the dialog. The options under the Duplexing drop-down box are "Use Printer Settings," "On," "Off," and "Manual." Select To A Use Printer Settings Control two-sided printing using the button. Press to turn the light on or off. • When the light is on
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    sides of the paper (duplexing) automatically" on page 73 and "Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) manually" on page 73. Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) automatically The printer has a built-in duplex unit that lets you print on both sides of the paper automatically. Note
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    3 Click the Print Layout tab. 4 From the Duplexing area, select Manual from the drop-down box. 5 Select the Print manual duplex instructions check box. 6 Press . 7 The printer prints the odd-numbered pages and the instruction sheet, which describes how to flip and reload the paper. 8 Following the
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    2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users 1 In Windows Vista, click ΠControl Panel ΠPrinter. In Windows 2000 and Windows XP, click Start ΠSettings ΠPrinters or Printers and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark 7500 Series icon. 3 Click Printing Preferences. 4 Click the Save Settings menu. 5 From the
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    all temporary settings and return to the main menu. An * appears next to the saved setting. Note: The printer reverts to the default setting after two minutes of inactivity or if the printer is turned off. The Photo settings will not time out after two minutes of inactivity or turning off the
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    2 Wait for the light located to the right of the slots on the printer to come on. The light blinks to indicate the memory card is being read Do not touch cables, any network adapter, the memory card, or the printer in the area shown while actively printing, reading, or writing from the memory
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    not read the flash drive, remove and reinsert it. Warning: Do not touch cables, any network adapter, the flash drive, or the printer in the area shown while actively printing, reading, or writing from the flash drive. A loss of data can occur. Also, do not remove the flash
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    display or Camera owners manual for further information. After a few seconds, the following message appears: Use Camera to choose and print photos. Press to select printer default settings. 4 If you want to use the camera to control printing photos, see the instructions in the camera documentation
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    memory card or flash drive into the printer. 1 From the control panel, press photo when the control panel instructions indicate this is possible. Control panel instructions also indicate when you can internal wireless print server of the printer is properly configured. Photo Proof Sheet Print
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    Use this To Print All Photos Choose how to print all photos: • 1 Per Page Prints one photo per one sheet of photo paper. • 2 Per Page Prints two photos per one sheet of photo paper. • 3 Per Page Prints three photos per one sheet of photo paper. • 4 Per Page Prints four photos per one sheet of
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    a photo in black and white, sepia, antique brown, or antique gray. Select a frame for the photo. Understanding the PictBridge Default Print Settings menu The PictBridge Default Print Settings menu lets you select default printer settings that are used if no settings are selected from your digital
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    computer through an external network adapter that does not support memory device connection. • The printer may require that you select a computer (and a the printer through a USB cable: a Press to begin saving photos to your computer. b Follow the instructions on the computer screen. If the printer
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    instructions on the computer screen. Transferring all photos from a memory card using the computer 1 Insert a memory card into the printer with the label facing the printer to select the printer. Note: For a network connection, you must manually open the application and select the printer you want to
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    or to highlight your selection among the following options: • Save All "N" Photos (Where "N" is the number of photos on the memory card detected by the printer.) • Save Recent Date Photos • Save Date Range 9 Press . 10 Follow the instructions on the control panel display of the
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    the Tools menu, click Preferences. 3 Click Transfer Settings. a Select "Skip Save option and go automatically to", and choose to Automatically Save, Manually Save, or Print your photos from the photo storage device connected to your computer. b Click Browse to choose a different folder to transfer
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    you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Insert a memory card or flash drive. 3 in black and white, sepia, antique brown, or antique gray. Select a frame for the photo. 9 Make your selections using the control panel buttons. 10
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    c Press to save your selections, and then go back to the print preview screen. 16 Press to print. Note: To prevent smudging or scratching, avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects. For best results, remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray, and
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    Reduction to let the software reduce the red-eye effect automatically. If you are not satisfied with the results, continue with the steps below. 4 Click Manual Red-Eye Reduction. 5 Move the cursor across the photo, and place it over an affected eye. 6 Click to reduce the red-eye effect. Blurring
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    4 Use the slider to adjust the hue or saturation of your photo. You can preview the changes to the image by comparing the Before and After preview panes at the top of the window. 5 Click OK to accept your changes, or click Cancel to reject them. Changing the Gamma Value of a photo or image Adjusting
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    (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Insert a CD or any removable storage device to do?" screen appears. Click Transfer Photos to your computer using the Lexmark Imaging Studio. b If you are using Windows 2000: 1 From the
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    photos you want to include in your photo package. 4 Click Next. 5 From the Quality drop-down list, select a copy quality. 6 From the Paper Size in Printer drop-down list, select the paper size. 7 To select multiple prints of a photo, or to select photo sizes other than 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm), select
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    Printer drop-down list. Paper sizes supported Dimensions A4 210 x 297 millimeters Letter 8.5 x 11 inches Greeting cards 4 x 8 inches (10.16 x 20.32 (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Insert a memory card or flash drive. 3
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    1 Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Insert a memory card or flash drive. 3 From the control panel, press . 4 Press repeatedly until Print All Photos is highlighted
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    memory card • For the 20 most recent photos, if there are 20 or more photos on the press to select Scan Proof Sheet. 12 Press . The printer scans the proof sheet. 13 Load photo paper with the sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) Note: Make sure the
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    the camera. 3 Follow the instructions in the camera documentation to select and print photos. Note: If the printer is turned off while the camera supports DPOF, you can specify which photos to print, how many of each, and print settings while the memory card is still in the camera. The printer
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    7 Press or to preview the photos. 8 Press to print. Note: To prevent smudging or scratching, avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects. For best results, remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before
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    your settings temporarily. 12 Press . Copying on both sides of the paper (duplexing) The printer has a built-in duplex unit that lets you print on both sides of the paper without having to flip the paper manually. This is useful when printing long documents that need to be compiled. Notes: • Use
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    Original to On. 8 Press to save your settings temporarily. 9 Press . The printer scans the first page of the original document. 10 When asked if you want (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Place a photo facedown on the scanner
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    in the right pane. 6 From the Quality drop-down list, select the copy quality. 7 From the Paper Size in Printer drop-down list, select the paper size. 8 From the Paper Type in Printer drop-down list, select the paper type. 9 To select multiple prints of a photo, or to select photo sizes other
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    10 Repeat step 8 to step 9 as needed. 11 Press to save your settings temporarily. 12 Press . Adjusting the brightness of a copy 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the control panel, press or repeatedly until Copy is highlighted. 4 Press or to select the
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    Press to save the image of the page to the printer memory. 9 When asked if you want to copy the pages you want to copy have been saved to the printer memory. (Proceed to step 12.) • The memory has run out of space. The printer automatically prints the copied pages. The last page copied is printed
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    on the scanner glass, and then press . 10 Repeat step 8 and step 9 until all the pages you want to copy have been saved to the printer memory. The printer prints the copy automatically. Enlarging or reducing an image 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the
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    3 From the Copy Mode menu, you can: • Press to preview the job. • Press to return to the Copy Mode menu from the preview. • Press or repeatedly to scroll through the submenus or menu items until you reach the one you want to change. • Press or repeatedly to reach the value you want. For example, to
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    Using the Change Copy Default Settings submenu 1 From the Setup menu, press or repeatedly until Change Copy Default Setting is highlighted. 2 Press . 3 After changing values, press to save these values and exit this submenu. Use this Color Quality Content Type 2-Sided Original Paper Handling To
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    are on. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the control panel, press or until Scan is highlighted. 4 Press . 5 If your printer is connected to more than one computer: a Press or repeatedly until the computer to which you want to scan is highlighted. b Press . If you set
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    into your default word-processing application. You can now edit the document. Scanning images for editing 1 Make sure the printer is connected to a computer, and both the printer and the computer are on. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the desktop, double-click
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    Scanning multiple photos at one time using the computer 1 Place the photos facedown on the scanner glass. Note: For best results, place photos with the most space possible between the photos and the edges of the scan area. 2 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 3 Click Scan.
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    . scanning Understanding Scan and the Scan Mode menu To access and navigate: 1 From the control panel, press or repeatedly until Scan is highlighted. 2 If the printer is connected to your computer through a USB cable, press to make any changes for this scan job. or for a Quick Scan if you do not
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    10 in., and 8.5 x 11 in. Changing the default scan settings 1 From the control panel, press or repeatedly until Scan is highlighted. 2 Press . 3 If your printer is connected to more than one computer: a Press or repeatedly until the computer to which you want to scan is highlighted. b Press . 110
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    setup and are being asked for it: a Enter the PIN using the and to select a digit location and the and b Press . 7 Wait until the printer has finished downloading the scan applications list. 8 Make your selections using the control panel buttons. 9 Press . to select a value for that digit. 111
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    Saving a scanned image on the computer 1 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 2 Close the top cover. 3 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 4 Click Scan. 5 Select the Photo or Several Photos option. 6 Click Start. 7 From the Save or Edit screen menu bar,
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    Adding a file to an e-mail message 1 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 2 Under Document Management, click Work with Documents and Photos. 3 Click Add, and select Add File On My Computer. 4 Open the folder where the file is stored. The thumbnail is displayed in the list of
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    Changing the Productivity Studio e-mail screen preferences 1 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 2 From the Tools menu, click Preferences. 3 Click E-mail Screen. • Click Remember my last selection to use the photo size you selected in your most recent e-mail message. • Click
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    Faxing Sending a fax Entering a fax number 1 Make sure the printer is on and it is connected to a working phone line. 2 From the control panel, press or repeatedly until Fax is highlighted. 3 Press . The Fax Mode
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    you want is highlighted. f Press . g Press to start the fax job. On Hook Dial is a manual dialing feature that lets you dial a telephone number while listening to the call through a speaker on the printer. It is useful when you must navigate through an automated answering system or enter a calling
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    30 fax numbers have been entered. Sending a fax while listening to a call (On Hook Dial) The manual dialing feature lets you dial a telephone number while listening to the call through a speaker on the printer. It is useful when you must navigate an automated answering system or enter a calling card
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    a fax to a combination of up to 30 people or groups at a time you choose. 1 Make sure the printer is connected to a working phone line. 2 Load table that begins with step 4 on page 115. Notes: • Group Dial is not supported with broadcast fax. • You can include a calling card number as part of the
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    unsuccessful to any of the numbers on the broadcast list, the unsuccessful numbers will be dialed again. Receiving a fax Receiving a fax manually 1 Make sure the printer is on and is connected to a working phone line. 2 Make sure that Auto Answer is off. Note: An indicator, resembling a telephone
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    to save and exit. Setting a fax manual answer code 1 From the desktop, double- ID from the control panel Caller ID is a service provided by some telephone companies that identifies the available only in some countries and regions. The printer supports two distinct Caller ID patterns: Pattern 1
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    defined by the country or region setting and only the number of patterns defined for the selected country or region is shown. The printer supports two distinct Caller ID patterns: Pattern 1 (FSK) and Pattern 2 (DTMF). Depending on the country or region you live in and the telecommunications company
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    be away but still want to receive your faxes. There are three fax-forwarding settings: • Off-(Default) • Forward-The printer sends the fax to the designated fax number. • Print & forward-The printer prints the fax and then sends it to the designated fax number. To set up fax forwarding: 1 From the
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    a fax list. Add Entry Add a name and a fax number. The printer automatically assigns a new entry a Speed Dial number. Note: Enter a name and you highlighted, and follow the instructions on the display. 7 Press to exit and save any entries you made. Note: For instructions on how to add Speed Dial
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    Customizing fax settings Customizing settings using the Fax Setup Utility You can adjust the fax settings in the Fax Setup Utility. These settings apply to the faxes you send or receive. 1 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 2 Click Fax History and Settings. The Fax
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    4 Click each tab, and change the settings as needed. Tab Dialing and Sending Ringing and Answering Fax Printing / Reports Speed Dial Cover Page Options • Select the telephone line format you want to use. • Enter a dialing prefix. • Select a dialing volume. • Enter your name and fax number. Notes:
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    names and fax numbers of individuals or groups. View the redial list. Dial a telephone number while listening to the call through a speaker on the printer. This is useful when you must navigate an automated answering system before sending your fax. Enter a specific time to send a fax. Note: Make
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    Use this Fax Setup To Access the Fax Setup menu and menu items. You can change the values and save them as user default settings. • Add and edit entries in the Speed Dial Phone Book. • Print fax history or transmission status reports. • Customize settings in Ringing and Answering for receiving a
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    Add Group Print List To Add a name and a fax number. The printer automatically assigns a new entry a Speed Dial number. Note: Enter a off. Fax Forward Specify if fax should be forwarded or not. Manual Pickup Keycode Change the manual pickup code from the default setting of 9. Note: Press if you
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    cover page of outgoing faxes. Your Fax Name Enter the name of the printer using the keypad. This name is shown on the cover page of outgoing Press to print a user default settings list which lists each fax setting in the printer, the value it is set to, and its factory default. Setting up a fax
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    6 Press . 7 Press or repeatedly until you reach the Fax Footer menu item. 8 Press or repeatedly until On appears. 9 Press to save and exit. Creating a fax cover page using the control panel 1 From the control panel, press or repeatedly until Fax is highlighted. 2 Press . 3 Press or repeatedly
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    3 Press or repeatedly until the Change Printer Default Settings submenu is highlighted. 4 Press . 5 Press Programs or All Programs ΠPrograms ΠLexmark 7500 Lexmark 7500 Series. Series. b Click Lexmark Imaging Studio. b Click Fax Solutions. The Lexmark Imaging Studio screen appears. c Click
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    provided by some telephone companies that assigns multiple phone numbers to a single telephone line. If you subscribe to this service, you can program your printer to have a distinctive ring pattern and phone number for incoming faxes. 1 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon
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    OK to save the setting. The Auto Answer light on the control panel comes on. When the number of rings you set is detected, the printer automatically receives the incoming fax. Setting up Speed Dial 1 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 2 From the Settings area of the Welcome
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    Printing fax activity reports 1 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 2 From the Settings area of the Welcome Screen, click Fax History and Settings. The Fax Solution Software appears. 3 On the toolbar, click Tools ΠFax History. 4 Click the Print Report button to print. 134
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    To See the current ink levels for both print cartridges. Clean the print cartridge nozzles of both cartridges. Align both cartridges to improve print quality. See a short video on the display with instructions on how to change print cartridges. Print a test page to see if the printer is functioning
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    the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the bottom of the cartridge. 5 Close the black cartridge carrier lid. 6 Remove the tape from the back and bottom of the color cartridge, and insert the cartridge in the right carrier. Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back
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    you to load paper and press to print an alignment page. Note: The printer must be closed to start a new scan, print, or copy job. Removing a used print cartridge 1 Make sure the printer is on. 2 Lift the scanner unit. The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the
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    to the printer. For best results, use Lexmark supplies. Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges Lexmark printers, print cartridges, and photo paper are designed to perform together for superior print quality. If you receive an Out of Original Lexmark Ink message, the original Lexmark ink in the
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    Load plain paper. 2 Press or repeatedly until Maintenance is highlighted. 3 Press . 4 Press or repeatedly until Clean Cartridges is highlighted. 5 Press . A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them. 6 Print the document again to verify that the print quality has
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    times. 11 If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. Preserving the print cartridges • Keep a new cartridge in its packaging until you are ready to install it. • Do not remove a cartridge from the printer except to replace, clean, or store it in an airtight container
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    any ink residue that has accumulated on the paper exit tray. Warning: Using a damp cloth to clean the interior may cause damage to your printer. 5 Make sure the paper support and paper exit tray are dry before beginning a new print job. Ordering supplies Ordering print cartridges Lexmark 7500
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    images, use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectfinishTM Photo Paper. Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not Lexmark N2050 in the printer lets you print and scan on a wireless network. For more information, go to www.lexmark.com Paper Lexmark Photo Paper Lexmark
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    , and is lit. • The Wi-Fi indicator light is green. • The printer driver is installed on the computer from which you are performing a task. • The correct printer port is selected. Setup Troubleshooting Incorrect language appears on the display These are possible solutions. Try one of the following
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    printer. 2 Plug the cord all the way into the power supply on the printer systems are supported: Windows Vista Service Pack 3 or later. Check your system requirements Check that your computer meets the minimum system requirements listed on the printer of the printer. 3 Firmly of the printer" on page
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    again. Check power If the light is not on, make sure the printer is plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Make sure the power cord is properly connected to the printer. Reload paper Remove and then load paper. Check ink Check the ink levels, and install new print cartridges if necessary. 145
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    . 5 Plug the power cord into the wall outlet. 6 Press to turn the printer on. Remove and reinstall the software Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it. Solving printer communication problems The printer and the computer cannot exchange data. These are possible solutions. Try one or
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    XP or earlier, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ΠLexmark 7500 Series. 3 Select Uninstall. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to remove the printer software. 5 Restart the computer before reinstalling the printer software. 6 Click Cancel on all New Hardware Found screens
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    USB port is enabled. For more information, see the computer documentation. Wireless troubleshooting How do I find out what type of security my network is using? the security key and security mode in order to properly set up the printer for use on the wireless network. To obtain this information, see
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    during installation" in "Wireless troubleshooting." Check if printer driver is installed Make sure the printer driver is installed on the computer from instructions on the computer screen. Note: You must install the printer driver on each computer that uses the network printer. Check if printer
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    information, see "Power button is not lit". Remove and reinstall the optional internal print server Note: This solution does not apply to printers that came with the internal wireless print server already installed. Reinstall the internal wireless print server. For more information, see "Installing
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    click Repair. Run the wireless setup again If your wireless settings have changed, you must run the printer wireless setup again. Some reasons your settings may have changed include your having manually changed your WEP or WPA keys, channel, or other network settings; or the wireless access point
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    earlier: Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ΠLexmark 7500 Series. 3 Click Wireless Setup. Note: You may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again using the installation cable as part of the setup process. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. Wi-Fi indicator light is
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    power • Make sure the printer power light is on. For more information, see "Power button is not lit" in the "Troubleshooting" chapter. • Make sure the angles for your printer and/or wireless access point (wireless router) antennas. Check network name The network name, or SSID (Service Set Identifer)
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    Run the wireless setup again If your wireless settings have changed, you will need to run the printer wireless setup again. Some reasons your settings may have changed include your having manually changed your WEP or WPA keys, channel, or other network settings, or the wireless access point (
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    capital letters. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ΠLexmark 7500 Series. 3 Click Wireless Setup. Note: You may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again using the installation cable as part of the setup process. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen, including typing in the
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    (wireless router). • If you set your wireless access point (wireless router) to issue a limited number of IP addresses, you must change this so that the printer can be added. Note: If you do not know how to make these changes, see the documentation that came with the wireless network, or contact
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    computer network name, see the documentation that came with your computer. • To reset the printer name: 1 Click Programs or All Programs Œ Lexmark 7500 Series. 2 Click Wireless Setup Utility. 3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen, and enter the new network name when prompted. Ping the
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    Wireless Setup Utility". Run the Wireless Setup Utility (Windows users only) 1 Click Programs or All Programs ΠLexmark 7500 Series. 2 Click Wireless Setup Utility. Note: You may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again using the installation cable as part of the setup process. 158
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    from step 4. b Click Apply. c Close the window, and try printing again. Print troubleshooting Partial 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) photo prints when using a PictBridge-enabled digital camera Make sure paper size is set correctly The printer issues the Paper or Photo Size Error when your chosen photo size
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    the document. If you are printing photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper. Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not compatible with this type of paper. • Use a paper that is a heavier weight or
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    following: Check ink Check the ink levels, and install new print cartridges if necessary. Remove sheets as they are printed To avoid ink smudging when you ink differently and prints with color variations. If you are printing photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark photo
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    are printed when you select the Borderless feature when you are printing on plain paper. Make sure the paper size matches the printer setting 1 From the software application, click File ΠPrint. 2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. 3 Click Paper Setup. 4 Check the paper size. 162
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    reinstall the software It is sometimes helpful to remove the existing printer software and reinstall it. Partial document or photo prints These are storing. Checking the print cartridges Are the print cartridges properly installed? For more information, see "Installing print cartridges" on page 135.
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    Programs or All Programs ΠLexmark 7500 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. 4 If an exclamation point (!) appears on a cartridge, the ink level is low. Install a new cartridge. For more information, see "Installing print cartridges" on page 135. For cartridge-ordering information, see "Ordering paper
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    the program you are using. The printer prints a blank page when too many the document to fix these problems, and then save the cartridges low on ink? 1 Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click Œ Control Panel. • In Windows XP or 2000, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs Œ Lexmark
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    paper exit tray as they exit the printer. Allow them to dry before stacking. It takes longer for the ink to dry on the surface of photo Enter or the spacebar (hardcoded spaces). Do you need to align the print cartridges? The cartridges may be out of alignment. 1 Do one of the following: • In
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    . 2 Click Programs or All Programs Œ Lexmark 7500 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. 4 If the Printer Status is: • Cannot Communicate, the problem could be hardware or printer software settings. • Ready or Busy Printing, the problem may be with the printer software settings. Transparencies or photos
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    2000, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs Œ Lexmark 7500 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. 4 Click the Maintenance cartridge nozzles. Checking the printer status Windows Vista users only 1 Click ŒControl Panel Œ Printer. 2 Make sure: • The printer icon does not say Paused. If the printer
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    you think you have solved the problem, test the solution by sending a document to print. Make sure the printer has paper and is properly loaded Make sure you have followed the correct loading instructions for your printer. Remove the sticker and tape from the print cartridges 1 Lift the scanner unit
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    Lexmark 7500 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. If an exclamation point (!) appears on either of the print cartridges, the ink level is low. Install a new cartridge these problems, and then save the changes for the next time you print. Printer is busy printing another job Wait until the printer has
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    the status If Ready or Busy Printing is listed as the Printer Status on the Status tab of the Solution Center while you are attempting to print, try the suggestions below. Next, test the solution by sending a document to print. Is there a problem with the connections? 1 Check that the USB cable is
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    external device connected between the computer and the printer, make sure it supports bidirectional communication. Disconnect the printer from the external device, and connect it directly to the computer. If the printer works, there may be a problem with the print server. See the documentation that
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    a USB cable to a USB port on the computer. To verify the USB port: 1 In Windows Vista, click Œ Control Panel Œ Printers (under Hardware and Sound). In Windows XP, click Start Œ Settings ŒPrinters and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark 7500 Series icon. 3 From the sidebar menu, select Properties. 173
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    a distinctive name. 6 Click OK. Windows XP users: 1 Click Start ΠSettings ΠPrinters and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark 7500 Series icon. 3 Click Sharing. 4 Select Share this printer, and then give the printer a distinctive name. 5 Click OK. Windows 2000 users: 1 Click Start ΠSettings
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    the host computer, but you still cannot print, try to locate the printer from the remote computer. Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users: 1 Open the Printers or Printers and Faxes folder. 2 Right-click the Lexmark 7500 Series icon. 3 Click Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab, and then click
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    Printer Driver Found dialog box appears, select Update the existing driver software. Bidirectional communication is not established The printer and that the printer is connected to the network. Experiencing poor quality or incorrect output See the topic that best describes the problem. • Print
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    came with the camera. Remove memory cards Remove any memory cards from the printer. Check messages If an error message appears on the display, see "Error messages on the computer screen" on page 203. Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting How to clear and avoid paper jams To clear the paper path: 1 Pull
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    . Try one or more of the following: Check paper size and type Check the paper size and type to make sure the paper is supported by the printer. If you are using automatic duplexing, use only letter- or A4-size plain paper. Check for paper jams Check for and clear any paper
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    manually 1 Press to turn off the printer. 2 Firmly grasp the paper, and gently pull it out. 3 Press to turn the printer back on. Paper jam in the paper support 1 Press to turn off the printer per paper type • Specific loading instructions for supported paper and specialty media Remove each page
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    , making sure it does not buckle Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Check for paper jams Check for and clear any paper jams. For more information, see "Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting" on page 177. Check media
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    ? Check the type of paper you are using. Some low-quality papers may be too thin or too slick to be fed correctly into the printer. For more information, see "Choosing compatible specialty paper types" on page 68. Are you loading the paper correctly? For more information, see "Loading paper" on
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    the print job, and then try resending the print job again. Memory card troubleshooting Memory card cannot be inserted These are possible solutions. Try one or more of type of memory card you are using can be used in the printer. Check memory card placement Make sure you have inserted the memory card
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    card. Check to see if the memory card contains photos Insert a memory card that contains photos. Make sure the USB cable is connected If the printer is connected to the computer through a USB cable: 1 Check the USB cable for any obvious damage. 2 Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable
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    is connected to your computer through a USB cable, and that both the printer and the computer are turned on. You cannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive through a wireless network. Applications supporting the formats listed above must be on the connected computer. Photos do not
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    , use your configuration cable to connect your printer to your computer. Copy troubleshooting Copier does not respond These are possible solutions on the computer screen" on page 203. Check ink Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. Clean the scanner glass If the
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    Adjust the brightness of the copy 1 Load the document facedown on the scanner glass. 2 From the control panel, press or repeatedly to choose Copy. 3 Press . 4 Press repeatedly to choose Lighter/Darker. 5 Press or repeatedly to lighten or darken the copy. 6 Press Start. Check quality of original
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    or the size of the original document that you are copying. Scan troubleshooting Scanner does not respond These are possible solutions. Try one or 2 Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer. 3 Firmly plug the rectangular end of the USB cable into the USB port of
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    quality These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Check messages If an error message is displayed, see "Error messages on the printer display" on page 198. Clean the scanner glass If the scanner glass is dirty, gently wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth dampened with water
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    page 111. Fax troubleshooting Cannot send or receive a fax These are possible solutions. Try one of the following: Check messages If an error message is displayed, follow the instructions on the error into a different wall jack. 5 If you hear a dial tone, connect the printer to that wall jack. 189
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    an ISDN telephone service, connect the printer to an analog telephone port (an R-interface port) on an ISDN terminal adapter. For more information and to request an R-interface port, contact your ISDN provider. • If you are using DSL, connect to a DSL filter or router that will support analog use
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    or region where you are operating the printer appears. c Press to save the setting. Is your printer memory full? 1 Dial the receiving number until On appears. 6 Press to save. Check ink Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. Make sure Fax Forwarding is not selected
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    for the number that you wish to dial. See "Setting up Speed Dial" on page 133. • As an alternative, dial the telephone number manually. Be sure that printer is detecting a dial tone • See "Sending a fax while listening to a call (On Hook Dial)" on page 117. • Check the Dial Method setting. 1 Listen
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    PBX (Dial Tone Detect Off) appears. 10 Press to save. Printer receives a blank fax These are possible causes and solutions. Try one problem with the quality of the telephone line connection. • Increase the fax scan resolution. Check ink Check the ink levels and install a new print cartridge
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    is not displayed Caller ID pattern may not be set correctly The printer supports two distinct Caller ID patterns: Pattern 1 (FSK) and Pattern following: Check phone line Resend the fax. There may have been a problem with the quality of the telephone line connection. Lower the transmission speed 1
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    speed. 9 Press to save. 10 Resend the fax. 11 If the problem persists, repeat step 1 through step 10 to resend the fax at successively lower want appears. c Press to save. 8 To change the number of times the printer will redial: a Press or repeatedly until you reach Redial Tries. b Press
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    service, connect the printer to an analog telephone port (an R-interface port) on an ISDN terminal adapter. For more information and to request an R-interface port, contact your ISDN provider. • If you are using DSL, connect to a DSL filter or router that will support have been a problem with the
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    . Unsupported Paper Size The fax machine of the recipient does not support the size of the document you want to fax. Consider changing the following: Use phone line checklist • Resend the fax. There may have been a problem with the quality of the telephone line connection. • Place a test call to
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    sticker and tape have been removed. 1 2 3 Reinsert the cartridge. 4 Press to align the cartridge. For more information, see "Aligning print cartridges" on page 138. Use new paper Load only plain, unmarked paper for aligning the cartridge. The printer will read any markings on used paper, which
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    button is not lit, press . 6 Reinsert the print cartridges and close the cartridge carrier lids. 7 Close the scanner unit. If the error does not reappear, the problem has been corrected. If the problem reappears, one of the cartridges is not working properly. Continue with the following procedure to
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    is not lit, press . 6 Reinsert the print cartridge and close the cartridge carrier lid. 7 Close the scanner unit. 8 If the error: • Does not reappear, the problem has been corrected. • Reappears, replace the print cartridge with a new one, close the cartridge carrier lid, and close the scanner unit
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    If the error: • Does not reappear, the problem has been corrected. • Reappears, replace the print cartridge with a new one, close the cartridge carrier lid, and close the scanner unit. Left Cartridge Missing / Right Cartridge Missing One or both print cartridges are missing or not installed properly
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    stored on a memory device using the proof sheet" on page 94. No valid photo image files detected No supported images have been found on the memory card or flash drive. The printer will read photos created using the JPEG format. For more information, see the documentation that came with the digital
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    the proof sheet" on page 94. Problems reading the memory card • See instructions on the Canceling Printing dialog box. Left/Right Cartridge Missing ? This message indicates that one of the necessary cartridges is missing. You need to install a print cartridge. Communication not available The printer
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    established" on page 176. To find the problem without establishing bidirectional communication, see "Checking printer readiness" on page 169. Ink Low A print cartridge is almost out of ink. Install a new cartridge. For more information, see "Installing print cartridges" on page 135. To order a new
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    information on supported file types, see the User's Guide on the CD that came with your printer. Paper Jam The printer has a paper jam, and you must clear the paper path. Note: To avoid paper jams, do not force paper into the printer. Multiple All-In-Ones found Multiple Lexmark printers, attached
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    in conjunction with other products, programs, or services, except those expressly designated by the manufacturer, are the user's responsibility. For Lexmark technical support, visit support.lexmark.com. For information on supplies and downloads, visit www.lexmark.com. If you don't have access to
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    not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Services Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, KY 40550 (859) 232-3000 Exposure to radio frequency radiation The following notice is applicable if your printer
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    following notices are applicable if your printer has a wireless network card installed. . To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors by the Director of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, Inc., S.A., Boigny, France.
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    . A declaration of conformity with the requirements of the directives is available from the Director of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, S. A., Boigny, France. The following restrictions apply: Country/region Restriction All countries/regions This product is for indoor
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    of our products. If you have further questions about recycling options, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for your local sales office phone number. Product disposal Do not dispose of the printer or supplies in the same manner as normal household waste. Consult your local authorities
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    service. If you experience trouble with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, contact Lexmark International, Inc. at www.lexmark.com or your Lexmark AC power sources. This has been identified as a major nationwide problem. It is recommended that the customer install an appropriate AC
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    the Facsimile User Instructions. The grant of services. This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the Telecom's 111 Emergency Service any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and • The equipment facturation suisse (nº de référence Lexmark : 14B5123) devant être
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    table represent time-averaged measurements. Instantaneous power draws may be substantially higher than the average. Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Power Saver This product is designed with an energy-saving mode called Power Saver. The Power Saver Mode is
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    service cartridges, programs, data, and removable storage media (unless directed otherwise by Lexmark). For further explanation of your warranty alternatives and the nearest Lexmark authorized servicer in your area, contact Lexmark at (800) 332-4120, or on the World Wide Web at http://support.lexmark
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    ALL INFORMATION, SPECIFICATIONS, PRICES, AND SERVICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY ink. A variable amount of ink will remain in the cartridge when replacement is required. After this single use, the license to use the print cartridge terminates, and the used cartridge must be returned only to Lexmark
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    licensed the Software Program to you for concurrent use, you must limit the number of authorized users to the number specified in your agreement with Lexmark. You may not separate the components of the Software Program for use on more than one computer. You agree that you will not Use the
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    with the terms of this License Agreement, any other written agreement signed by you and Lexmark relating to your Use of the Software Program). To the extent any Lexmark policies or programs for support services conflict with the terms of this License Agreement, the terms of this License Agreement
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    received The name of a wireless network. When you connect a printer to a wireless network, the printer needs to use the same SSID as the network. Also referred to as network name or BSS (Basic Service Set). An IP address assigned manually by you A device similar to a network hub that can connect
  • Lexmark X7550 | User's Guide - Page 219
    Fi WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) WPA2 An address assigned to a network printer or print server by the manufacturer. To find the UAA, print a network helps prevent unauthorized access to a wireless network. WPA is not supported on ad hoc wireless networks. Other possible security settings are WEP
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    Document Feeder (ADF) 18 output tray 18 paper guide 18 tray 18 B banner paper jams 180 banner paper, loading 60 banner printing problems checking spool settings 170 banner, printing 72 bidirectional communication, establishing 176 black ink low 199 blank or incorrect page prints 164 blocking
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    printer 141 cleaning print cartridge nozzles 139 collating copies 101 color effects applying 90 color ink low 199 colors on paper do not match colors on the screen 165 communication not available error 203 communication problems adjusting 100 copy troubleshooting copier does not 73 manually 73
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    202 error 1104 200 error 1205 200 error 1206 200 failed to connect 196 fax error 194 general printing problem 204 ink low 204 left cartridge error 200 left cartridge incorrect 200 left cartridge missing 201 memory full 201 no answer 197 no images have been selected 201 no photo/paper size selection
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    95 installing network printer 53 print cartridges 135 printer software 43, 147 internal wireless print server installing 47 resetting to factory default settings 154 IP address, assigning 53 iron-on transfers, loading 59 iron-on transfers, printing 71 J jams and misfeeds troubleshooting banner paper
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    support 179 paper jam in the printer 179 paper or photo size error 202 paper or specialty media misfeeds 179 paper support 18 paper guides 18 paper support 18 PictBridge port 18 power supply port 20 print cartridge carrier 19 59 Photo Greeting Cards button 43 photo ink low 199 Photo Packages 92 Photo
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    68 print settings saving and deleting 74 print speed is slow 163 print troubleshooting cannot print from a flash drive 183 duplex unit does not operate correctly 178 improving print quality 160 ink levels seem incorrect 164 ink levels seem to go down quickly 164 partial 4x6in. (10x15cm) photo prints
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    88, 89 manual reduction 89 refilling print cartridges 138 remote fax error 194 removing an external device 173 removing print cartridges 137 repeating an Printer Default Settings submenu 74 Change Scan Default Settings submenu 110 Fax Settings List 129 Paper Handling submenu 63 setup troubleshooting
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    areas 168 wrong printer attached 176 Troubleshooting button 45 troubleshooting, copy copier does not respond 185 partial document or photo copies 186 poor copy quality 185 scanner unit does not close 185 troubleshooting, error messages alignment error 198 black ink low 199 cartridge error 198 clear
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    ) 181 paper jam in the duplex unit 181 paper jam in the paper support 179 paper jam in the printer 179 paper or specialty media misfeeds 179 printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 180 troubleshooting, memory card memory card cannot be inserted 182 nothing happens when memory card
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    networks 53 wireless network compatibility 16 wireless network printer does not print 148 wireless printer is no longer working 153 Wireless Setup Utility cannot communicate with printer during installation 156 wireless troubleshooting changing wireless settings after installation 154 changing
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7500 Series User's Guide
May 2007
www.lexmark.com