Lexmark Z602 User's Guide for Mac OS X

Lexmark Z602 Manual

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    User's Guide for Mac OS X • Setup troubleshooting A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems. • Printer overview Learn about the printer parts and the printer software. • Printing ideas How to print several projects on various types of paper. • Maintenance Caring for your cartridges and
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    conjunction with other products, programs, or services, except those expressly designated by the manufacturer, are the user's responsibility. © 2003 Lexmark International, Inc. All rights reserved. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RIGHTS This software and any accompanying documentation provided under this
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    32 Specifying cartridge settings in the printer software 35 Aligning the print cartridges 35 Improving print quality 36 Preserving the print cartridges 37 Ordering supplies 38 Chapter 4: Setup troubleshooting 39 Troubleshooting checklist 39 Solving printer software installation problems 41
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    5: General troubleshooting 44 Solving network printing problems, if the printer is connected to a network adapter 44 Understanding error messages and flashing lights 45 Resolving unsuccessful or slow printing 46 Clearing paper misfeeds or jams 49 Solving print quality problems 50 Solving
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    1 Printer overview Understanding the printer parts Paper support Paper guide Button Front cover Paper exit tray USB cable connector Power supply connector Printer overview 5
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    Paper guide Paper support Power supply connector USB cable connector When you want to: • Turn the printer on or off. • Eject paper from the printer. • Cancel print jobs. • Check the printer status. For more information, see "Understanding error messages and flashing lights" on page 45. • Install or
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    From: Settings Format for Paper Size Orientation Scale Select: Page Attributes Summary Z600 Series When you want to: Choose a paper size, orientation, or , click ? to view the Mac OS X Help. 4 Click OK to apply the settings and close the Page Setup dialog. Understanding the printer software 7
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    the appearance of your document. To customize the settings in the Print dialog: 1 From the software program, choose File Print. A screen similar to the following appears. 2 From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series. 3 Change the settings as needed. From the pop- up menu, choose: Select
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    Media Paper Type Print Quality Printer Services Z600 Series Utility Troubleshooting Order Supplies Software Version Summary Save Custom Settings printer utility. Get a direct link to the Help Center. Get a direct link to the Lexmark Web site. View installed files on the printer software
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    Services in the Print dialog menu. The Z600 Series Utility appears. Click the: Cartridges tab About tab Select: Install/Change Cartridge Align Cartridges Clean Print Nozzles Print Test Page Order Supplies Offers When you want to: Specify cartridge settings in the printer software when installing
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    Configure an unconfigured network printer. • View a list of network printers. 3 To learn more about what you can do with your printer, click ? to view the printer software Help. 4 Click the red button in the upper left corner to close the Z600 Series Utility. Understanding the printer software 11
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    the thickness of the paper. Step 1: Load the paper • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper
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    steps for your paper type. Step 3: Print your document 1 From the software program, choose File Print. 2 Click Print. Note: The paper exit tray for inkjet printers. • If your photo paper includes instructions, read them carefully. • Load the paper against the right side of the paper support. • Make
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    guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software program, choose File Page Setup. b From the Format for pop-up menu, choose Z600 From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series.
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    paper, depending on the thickness of the paper. Step 1: Load the premium paper • If your paper includes instructions, read them carefully. • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your paper is not used or damaged. • Make sure the print side is facing you
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    guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software program, choose File Page Setup. b From the Format for pop-up menu, choose Z600 From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series.
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    cards include instructions, read them carefully. • Load the cards vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your cards are not used or damaged. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the cards into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the
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    print quality and paper type: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series. c From the pop-up menu in card as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. Printing envelopes You can load up to 10 envelopes, depending on the
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    the right side of the paper support. Note: Do not use envelopes with holes, windows, deep embossing, metal clasps, string printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the envelopes. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose an envelope size and orientation: a From the software
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    in Page Setup. Make sure landscape orientation is also selected in your software program. f Click OK. 2 Choose a paper type and print quality: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series. c From the pop-up menu in the upper left corner, choose
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    Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose your color options: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series. c From the pop-up menu in upper left corner
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    of the sheets. Step 1: Load the labels • Use only labels designed for inkjet printers. • If your labels include instructions, read them carefully. • Load the labels vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your labels are not used or damaged. • Do not print within
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    a paper type and print quality: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series. c From the pop-up menu in the upper holds up to 10 sheets of labels. To print more than 10 sheets, remove the first 10 sheets, and then continue printing. Printing labels
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    paper includes instructions, read them carefully. • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your paper is not used or damaged. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the
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    portrait, landscape, or reverse landscape icon. f Click OK. 2 Choose a print quality, paper type, and layout: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series. c From the pop-up menu in the upper left corner, choose Quality & Media. d From the Paper
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    include instructions, read them carefully. • Load the iron-on transfers vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your iron-on transfers are not used or damaged. • Make sure the print (blank) side is facing you. • Do not force the iron-on transfers into the printer
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    guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software program, choose File Page Setup. b From the Format for pop-up menu, choose Z600 From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series.
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    for inkjet printers. • If the transparencies have paper backing sheets, make sure you separate the paper from the transparencies before you load them. • If your transparencies include instructions, read them carefully. • Load the transparencies vertically against the right side of the paper support
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    guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software program, choose File Page Setup. b From the Format for pop-up menu, choose Z600 From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series.
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    To prevent smudging, remove each transparency as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. Transparencies may require side of the paper support. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge
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    , click the portrait, landscape, or reverse landscape icon. d Click OK. 2 Choose a layout for your document: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 Series. c From the pop-up menu in the upper left corner, choose Advanced Layout. d Click the Print
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    3 Maintenance Replacing the print cartridges The Z600 Series uses the following cartridges: Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge Part number: 16 or 17 26 or 27 Note: You can use the printer with just a color cartridge or just a black cartridge. For information about ordering supplies, see page
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    . Store them in an airtight container or dispose of them properly. Install the cartridges 1 If you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the backs and bottoms of the cartridges. Warning: Do not touch or remove the gold contact areas on the backs and bottoms
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    in the left carrier. Insert the black cartridge in the right carrier. Note: To extend the life of your color cartridge and improve printing speed, install a black cartridge along with the color cartridge. 3 Snap the lids closed. 4 Close the front cover. Note: The front cover must be closed to
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    Utility. You can also access the Z600 Series Utility from Printer Services in the Print dialog menu. 2 From the Cartridges tab, click Install/Change Cartridge. Follow the instruction on the screen to install the cartridges. 3 Click Continue. The Cartridge Verification dialog appears. 4 Select the
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    . • Select a higher print quality. a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the pop-up Z600 Series Utility. You can also access the Z600 Series Utility from Printer Services in the Print dialog menu. c From the Cartridges tab, click Clean Print Nozzles. A nozzle page prints, forcing ink
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    packaging until you are ready to install it. • Do not remove a print cartridge from the printer except to replace, clean, or store it in an airtight container. The print cartridges do print correctly if left exposed for an extended period. Lexmark's printer warranty does not cover repair of failures
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    Ordering supplies To order supplies or locate a dealer near you, contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Item: Color cartridge Black cartridge USB cable Part number: 26 or 27 16 or 17 12A2405 Ordering supplies 38
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    messages and flashing lights" on page 45. Did you install the printer software correctly? Open the printer utility by double-clicking the Z600 Series Printer folder on your desktop, and then double-clicking Z600 Series Utility. You can also access the Z600 Series Utility from Printer Services in the
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    your desktop, and then double-clicking Z600 Series Utility. You can also access the Z600 Series Utility from Printer Services in the Print dialog menu. b From the Cartridges tab, click Print Test Page. • If the test page prints, the printer is working properly. The initial problem may be due to your
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    the printer software using the CD that comes with your printer, or you can download it from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. To connect your printer to a network with a Lexmark adapter, refer to the documentation that comes with your adapter. Solving printer software installation problems 41
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    the Lexmark Web site, www.lexmark.com, select the appropriate driver for your operating system. 3 Click the binhex (.hqx) file to download and install. 4 Use Stuffit Expander to expand the file on your desktop. 5 Double-click the folder to open it. Solving printer software installation problems 42
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    6 Double-click Install. 7 Follow the instructions on your screen to install the printer software. Solving printer software installation problems 43
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    5 General troubleshooting For information about: Solving network printing problems, if the printer is connected to a network adapter Understanding error messages and flashing lights Resolving unsuccessful or slow printing Clearing paper misfeeds or jams Solving print quality problems Solving
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    print" on page 47. Understanding error messages and flashing lights Use this section to understand printer software error messages on your computer screen and blinking lights on your printer.For information about lights on a Lexmark adapter, refer to the adapter documentation. Understanding error
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    For help clearing a paper jam, see "Printer has a paper jam" on page 50. Ink Low message A print cartridge is running out of ink. To order a new cartridge or locate a dealer near you, see "Ordering supplies" on page 38, or contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. For help in replacing the
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    from Printer Services in the Print dialog menu. 2 From the Cartridges tab, click Print Test Page. • If the test page prints, the printer is working properly. • If the test page does not print, continue with the following section or refer to the printer software Help for further troubleshooting
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    see "Solving printer software installation problems" on page 41. Alignment page does not print Make sure: • You completely removed the transparent tape and sticker from the backs and bottoms of the print cartridges. • You installed the cartridges correctly. For help, see "Install the cartridges" on
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    . For help, see "Printing ideas" on page 12. Printer does not feed specialty media Make sure: • Your printer feeds paper without problems. Load the specialty media vertically against the right side of the paper support. Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the specialty media. For
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    paper type and paper size settings in the printer software match the paper loaded in the printer. For help, see "Understanding the printer software" on page 6. • Change the print quality setting to Quick Print. • Try cleaning the print cartridge nozzles. Follow the steps in "Improving print quality
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    be smearing the ink. Remove each page as it exits the printer, and then let it dry completely before stacking. • Try cleaning the print cartridge nozzles. Follow the steps in "Improving print quality" on page 36. Printed pages have alternating bands of light and dark print (intermittent printing
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    cartridges" on page 32. • Use a different paper brand. Each paper brand accepts ink differently and prints with color variations. Select Natural Color as the document color: 1 From the software program, choose File Print. 2 From the Printer pop-up menu, choose Z600 the print cartridge nozzles. Follow
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    solve problems with specialty media. Glossy/photo papers or transparencies stick together • Use glossy/photo paper or transparency designed for inkjet printers. • Make sure you loaded the paper correctly (with print side facing you) and selected the appropriate settings in the printer software. For
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    The Lexmark Z600 Series installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions of Lexmark Technology & Services Lexmark International, Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, S.A., Boigny
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    Japanese VCCI notice 55
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    paper. A non-standard paper size. default printer. The printer automatically used when you send jobs to print. default printer settings. Printer software settings defined when the printer is manufactured. driver. See printer software. duplex. A printer software option that lets you print on both
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    . IP (Internet Protocol) address. A 32-bit binary number that identifies the location of a manual alignment. A printer software feature that lets you select print cartridge alignment values. margin. The blank area between printed text or graphics and the edges of a page. mirror. A printer software
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    print cartridge that ink flows through before it is applied to your paper during printing. print queue. The location on the server where print jobs are stored for printing in the order in which they are sent. printer driver. See printer software. printer port. See USB port. printer software. (1) The
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    network is sometimes referred to as a local subnet. top flip. A printer software option that arranges duplexed pages so they turn like the pages of a legal as a printer, using a USB cable. The USB port lets your computer communicate with your printer at high speeds. watermark. A light graphic or
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    54 flashing lights 45 fonts 39 G glossy paper 13 greeting cards 17 H handouts 24 I improving print quality 50 index cards 17 Ink Low message 46 installing print cartridges 33 printer software 41 intermittent printing 51 iron-on transfers 26 L labels 22 last page first, printing 30 Lexmark Utility
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    nozzles, wiping 37 print quality, improving 36 print quality, troubleshooting 50 printer cable, troubleshooting 39 printer driver installing 42 uninstalling 41 printer parts 5 printer settings, customizing 6 printer software installing 41 Lexmark Utility 9 overview 6 Page Setup dialog 7 Print dialog
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    39 troubleshooting alignment page 48 blank pages 48 cartridges 39 error messages 45 flashing lights 45 general printing problems 44 margins 51 network printing 44 paper feeding 49 paper jams 50 paper misfeeds 49 print quality 50 printer cable 39 printer not printing 46 printer software installation
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    and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. Color Jetprinter is a trademark of Lexmark International, Inc. © 2003 Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, Kentucky 40550 www.lexmark.com
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www.lexmark.com
January 2003
Z600 Series Color Jetprinter™
Setup troubleshooting
A checklist to find solutions to common setup
problems.
Printer overview
Learn about the printer parts and the printer software.
Printing ideas
How to print several projects on various types of
paper.
• Maintenance
Caring for your cartridges and ordering supplies.
General troubleshooting
Error messages, print quality problems, paper jams,
and much more.
User’s Guide for Mac OS X