Lexmark Z617 User's Guide for Mac OS 9

Lexmark Z617 Manual

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    User's Guide for Mac OS 9 • 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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    document in reverse order 36 Printing a banner 37 Printing a poster 39 Printing on custom size paper 42 Chapter 3: Maintenance 44 Replacing the print cartridges 44 Specify cartridge settings in the printer software 47 Aligning the print cartridges 47 Improving print quality 48 Contents 3
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    When I insert the printer software CD, nothing happens 52 Solving printer software installation problems 52 Chapter 5: General troubleshooting 55 Solving network printing problems, if the printer is connected to a network adapter 55 Understanding error messages and flashing lights 56 Resolving
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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 56. • Install or
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    25% and 400%. Choose between portrait and landscape. Choose a watermark design. Adjust from light to heavy watermark imprint. Resize your watermark design. Select program-specific options for printing. The apply the settings and close the Page Setup dialog box. Understanding the printer software 7
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    affect the appearance of your document. To customize the settings in the Print dialog box: 1 From the software program, choose File Print. 2 Change the settings as needed. From the pop-up menu in the upper better quality documents, but take longer to print. Understanding the printer software 8
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    Foreground Print in: Print most documents. Background printing is recommended for all jobs Background unless a problem occurs. Print Time • Mark a print job Urgent. • Set the Normal print time (default Print to apply your settings and print your document. Understanding the printer software 9
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    From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels Z600 Series Control Panel. Click: Cartridges tab Select: Install/Change Cartridge Align Cartridges When you want to: Specify cartridge settings in the printer software when installing or changing the cartridges. For more information, see "Remove the used
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    . Order supplies, such as print cartridges, from the Lexmark Web site. For more information, see "Ordering supplies" on page 50. Access the Lexmark Web site for offers. Note: United States and Canada only. Obtain printer software version information. • Select a printer and make it the default
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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 side 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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    paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper 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
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    You can also set extra time between pages as they exit the printer. For help, see the entry on "Wait for pages to 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
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    left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper 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 Paper Size pop-up menu, choose the paper size
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    . Step 1: Load the paper • Load the paper vertically against the right 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 of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper
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    size paper" on page 42. c From Orientation, click the portrait or landscape icon. d Click OK. 2 Choose a paper type, print quality, and layout: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the pop-up menu in the upper left corner, choose Paper Type/Quality. c From the Paper Type pop-up
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    printer software prompts you to reload the paper. 2 Remove the stack of paper from the paper exit tray. 3 Load the stack of paper and reloading instruction into the paper support, depending on the thickness of the cards. Step 1: Load the cards • If your cards include instructions, read them carefully
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    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 guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software
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    8. Printing envelopes You can load up to 10 envelopes, depending on the thickness of the envelopes. Step 1: Load the envelopes • Load the envelopes vertically against the right side of the paper support. Note: Do not use envelopes with holes, windows, deep embossing, metal clasps, string ties, or
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    the upper left corner. • Do not force the envelopes into the 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 program, choose File Page Setup. b From the Paper Size pop
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    in black and white You can print color images in black ink. Note: This setting is only available if there is a black print cartridge installed. Step 1: Load the paper • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your paper is not used or damaged. • Make sure
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    are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a color setting. a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the pop of paper in the paper support, depending on the thickness of the paper. Printing a booklet 24
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    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 adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software program, choose
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    a paper type, print quality, and layout: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the pop-up menu booklet prints, your printer software prompts you to reload the paper. 2 Remove the stack from the paper exit tray. 3 Load the stack of paper and the reloading instruction page with the
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    on the thickness of the sheets. Step 1: Load the labels • Use 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. Printing labels 27
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    is facing you. • Do not force the label sheets into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the sheet of labels. Step 2: d Click OK. 2 Choose a paper type and print quality: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the pop-up menu in the upper left
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    paper exit tray holds up to 10 sheets of labels. To print more than 10 sheets, remove the first 10 sheets, and then continue printing. 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
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    If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings You can print your handouts on one side or on both sides of the paper. 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software program, choose File Page Setup. b From the Paper
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    on both sides of each page, continue with the next step. 2 After the first half of your handouts prints, your printer software prompts you to reload the paper. Load the paper and the reloading instruction page with the printed side facing away from you and the arrows pointing down into 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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    Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size: a From the software program, choose File Page Setup. b each iron-on transfer as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. You can also set extra time
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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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    landscape icon. d Click OK. 2 Choose a paper type and print quality: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the pop-up menu in the upper left corner, choose prevent smudging, remove each transparency as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. You can also set extra
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    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 adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software program, choose
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    want to print more than 50 sheets, remove the first 50 sheets, and then continue printing. Printing a banner Note: Some software programs and some operating systems do not support banner printing. Step 1: Load the banner paper Make sure your banner paper is not used or damaged. 1 Remove any paper
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    leading edge of the first page into the printer with the right side against the paper support. Note: Forcing the paper too far into the printer may cause a paper jam. For help, see "Printer has a paper jam" on page 61. 4 Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the banner paper
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    hold the button for about five seconds to feed any extra paper through the printer. b Tear the banner paper on the perforated line. Printing a poster You four pages), 3x3 (nine pages), and 4x4 (16 pages). Depending on your software program, you may need to resize your poster text, choose a font type
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    paper support. • Make sure your paper is not used or damaged. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 Choose a paper size and orientation: a From the software program, choose
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    d Click OK. 2 Choose a paper type and print quality: a From the software program, choose File Print. b From the pop-up menu in the upper left corner, choose Paper Type/Quality. c From the Paper Type pop-up menu,
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    the custom size paper • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your paper is not used or damaged. • Make sure the paper force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Printing on custom size paper 42
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    2: Customize the print settings 1 Create a custom paper size: a From the software program, choose File Page Setup. b From the Paper Size pop-up menu based on your paper type. Step 3: Print your document 1 From the software program, choose File Print. 2 Click Print. Printing on custom size paper 43
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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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    in the printer software, install the cartridges. For help, see "Install the cartridges" on page 45. 1 From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels Z600 Series Control Panel. 2 From the Cartridges tab, click Install/Change Cartridge. The Cartridge Setup dialog box appears. Follow the instruction on the
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    a From the software program, choose cartridges. For help, see "Install the cartridges" on page 45. c Print your document again. d If print quality has not improved, clean the print cartridge nozzles. 2 Clean the print cartridge nozzles. a Load paper. b From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels Z600
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    its 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 not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period. Lexmark's printer warranty does not cover repair of
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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 50
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    is blinking, see "Understanding error messages and flashing lights" on page 56. Did you install the printer software correctly? From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels Z600 Series Control Panel. If there is no Control Panel for your printer, install the printer software. Setup troubleshooting 51
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    , insert the printer software CD. The Lexmark Z600 Series CD icon is created on your desktop. 5 Follow the instructions in "Installing the printer software" on page 53 to complete the printer software installation. Solving printer software installation problems If the printer software does not
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    desktop appears, insert the printer software CD. The Lexmark Z600 Series CD icon is created on your desktop. 3 Double-click the Lexmark Z600 Series CD icon. The Lexmark Z600 Series CD menu appears. 4 Double-click Install. 5 Click Install and Agree. Solving printer software installation problems 53
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    , 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 WEB INSTALLER. 6 Follow the instructions on your screen to install the printer software. Note
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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 Recovering when your computer stops responding Clearing paper misfeeds or
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    not print" on page 58. 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. Paper Jam message
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    see "Ordering supplies" on page 50, or contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. For help in replacing the cartridges, see "Replacing the print cartridges" on page 44. Button is blinking Check your computer screen for error messages. • If the printer is out of paper: 1 Load paper. 2 Press the
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    or paused. To check the printer status: 1 From your desktop, double-click the Z600 Series printer icon. 2 Make sure the Hold button is not selected. 3 Try printing your test page again. If it still does not print, see: - "Solving printer software installation problems" on page 52 - "Solving network
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    bottoms of the print cartridges. For help, see "Install the cartridges" on page 45. • Your cartridge does not have clogged nozzles. Try cleaning the print cartridge nozzles. Follow the steps in "Improving print quality" on page 48. Printer prints very slowly • Close any software programs not in use
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    you see the Mac OS screen and the words Extensions Off. 4 Release the Shift key. 5 Locate the Z600 Series printer icon on your Printer does not feed specialty media Make sure: • You load the specialty media vertically against the right side of the paper support. Squeeze and slide the paper guide
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    on. Note: Do not force the paper into the printer. Solving print quality problems If print quality is unsatisfactory, you may need to adjust your margin settings, choose a higher print quality, align the print cartridges, or clean the nozzles. The following topics can help you improve print quality
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    may 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 48. Printed pages have alternating bands of light and dark print (intermittent printing
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    differ from the colors on the screen • A cartridge may be low on ink. For help, see "Replacing the print cartridges" on page 44. • Use a different paper brand. Each paper brand accepts ink differently and prints with color variations. • Disconnect the printer from any extra devices such as scanners
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    cartridge problems with specialty paper. 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
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    • Select a higher print quality, such as Better or Best. • Try cleaning the print cartridge nozzles. Follow the steps in "Improving print quality" on page 48. Solving specialty media problems 65
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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 67
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    folded in half and stacked before binding. cartridge contact. The gold area on your print cartridge that touches the carrier contacts inside your printer. coated paper. Treated paper designed for high-quality printed images. collate. A printer software option that lets you automatically print one
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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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    66 envelopes 21 error messages Ink Low 57 Paper Jam 56 F FCC statement 66 flashing lights 56 fonts 51 G glossy paper 13 greeting cards 19 H handouts 29 I improving print quality 48 index cards 19 Ink Low message 57 installing print cartridges 45 printer software 53 intermittent printing 62 iron
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    17 print quality, improving 48 print quality, troubleshooting 61 printer cable, troubleshooting 51 printer driver installing 53 uninstalling 53 printer parts 5 printer settings, customizing 6 printer software Control Panel 10 default settings 6 installing 53 overview 6 Page Setup dialog box 7 Print
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    pages 59 cartridges 51 computer stops responding 59 error messages 56 flashing lights 56 general printing problems 55 margins 63 network printing 55 paper feeding 60 paper jams 61 paper misfeeds 60 print quality 61 printer cable 51 printer not printing 57 printer software installation 52 software 52
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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 9