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    Z700 Series Color Jetprinter™ P700 Series Photo Jetprinter™ User's Guide for Windows • 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
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    products, programs, or services do not imply that Color Jetprinter and Photo Jetprinter are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2003 Lexmark International, Inc. All rights reserved. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RIGHTS This software
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    Printer overview 5 Understanding the printer parts 5 Using memory cards (Lexmark P700 Series only 7 Using the printer software 8 Using the paper type sensor 12 Chapter 2: Printing ideas 13 Printing on plain paper 13 Printing photos 14 Printing on premium or coated paper 16 Printing on both
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    print cartridges 49 Ordering supplies 50 Chapter 4: Setup troubleshooting 51 Troubleshooting checklist 51 Solving printer software installation problems 52 Chapter 5: General troubleshooting 55 Solving network printing problems 55 Understanding error messages and flashing lights 55 Resolving
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    1 Printer overview Understanding the printer parts Lexmark™ Z700 Series Color Jetprinter™ USB cable connector Paper support Paper guide and release tab Front cover Power supply connector Paper Feed button Power button Paper exit tray Printer overview 5
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    Lexmark P700 Series Photo Jetprinter™ USB cable connector Power supply connector Paper support Paper guide and release tab Front cover Paper exit tray Paper Feed button Power button Memory card slots USB card reader The following table describes each part.
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    Feed button Paper guide and release tab Paper support Power button Lexmark P700 Series only) Most digital cameras use a memory card to store photos. You can insert the memory card into your printer and print your photos or save them on your computer. Inserting a memory card Your printer supports
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    . This illustration shows you where to insert each of the supported memory cards. CompactFlash Type I and Type II, IBM Microdrive software Your printer software works with your operating system to print documents with superior results. This software has two parts: the Printer driver and the Lexmark
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    You can change your printer settings in the printer driver. To print a typical document on plain paper, you do not need to change your printer settings. When you install the printer software, the Print Properties are set to these default settings: • Paper Type: Use Printer Sensor • Quality/Speed
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    want to print photos and documents containing graphics on coated or glossy paper. • Best when you want to print crisp photos and high resolution of copies you want to print. Print Color Images in Black and White to save the ink in your color cartridge. Note: This option is not available software 10
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    . • View common troubleshooting topics. • Install a print cartridge. • View information about how to purchase new cartridges. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles. • Align the cartridges. • Solve other problems. Note: Do not click this tab while a job is in progress. Using the printer software 11
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    about ordering supplies. • Receive contact information for Lexmark Customer Support. • Register your printer. • Receive a printer software update. • Find out about special offers. • Change printing status appearance options. • Download the latest software files from the World Wide Web. Using the
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    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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    program, you may need to manually adjust settings such as: • Paper size • Page margins • Image size Refer to your other software program's documentation for more information. Step 1: Load the photo paper • For best results, use photo paper that is made for inkjet printers. You can also use coated
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    right side of the paper support. • Make sure the glossy or coated side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the photo paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary
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    page 41. 4 Click OK. Step 3: Print your photos Click OK. Note: To prevent smudging, remove each photo as it exits the printer, and then let it • If your paper includes instructions, read them carefully. • Load the premium paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • If there is a
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    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 With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog
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    a heavier weight paper. • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper
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    the odd-numbered pages finish printing, the printer software prompts you to reload the paper. 1 Load the stack of paper and reloading instruction page with the printed side facing away from you and the arrows pointing down into the paper support. 2 Click Continue Printing. The even-numbered pages
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    1: Load the cards • If your cards include instructions, read them carefully. • Load the cards vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the cards into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the cards
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    of the paper you are using and the size of the photo you want to print must be the same. - Paper not use envelopes with holes, windows, deep embossing, metal clasps, string ties, or folding bars. • Load the envelopes vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure the print side
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    • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the envelopes. Step 2: Customize the print Setup tab. b From the Orientation area, select Landscape. 5 Click OK. Note: Many software programs are designed to override the settings in Paper Setup. Make sure landscape orientation is selected in
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    in black helps to conserve ink in your color print cartridge. 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 side of
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    Print Properties dialog box, select the Quality/Copies tab. b Select Print Color Images in Black and White. 4 Further customize your document following the the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper
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    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 With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog
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    page prints, your printer software prompts you to reload the paper. 1 Insert the stack of paper and the reloading instruction page with the printed side facing away from you and the arrows pointing down into the paper support. 2 Click Continue Printing. If you do not want to print the reloading
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    the labels • Use labels designed for inkjet printers. • If your labels include instructions, read them carefully. • Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the edge of a label. • Load the labels vertically against the right side of the paper support
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    the left side of the labels. Note: If you are using letter size sheets of labels, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog
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    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 side of the paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper
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    Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 Select a print layout: a From the Print Properties dialog box, select the Print Layout tab. b From the Layout area
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    After the first half of your handouts prints, your printer software prompts you to reload the paper. Insert the paper and reloading instruction page with the printed side facing away from you and the arrows pointing down into the paper support. 2 Click Continue Printing. If you do not want to print
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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 side of the paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper
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    4 Select your poster size: a Select the size of your poster: 2 x 2 (four pages total), 3 x 3 (nine pages total), or 4 x 4 (16 pages total). b Select Print Crop Marks if you want help cutting the edges of your pages. 5 If you need to reprint a selection of pages: a Click Select Pages To Print... The
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    iron-on transfer at a time. Step 1: Load the iron-on transfers • If your iron-on transfers include instructions, read them carefully. • Load the iron-on transfers vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure the print side (blank side) is facing you. • Do not force the iron-on
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    are using letter size iron-on transfers, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 If your software program does not have mirror or iron-on settings, select a inkjet printers. Printing transparencies 35
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    If your transparencies include instructions, read them carefully. • Load the transparencies vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure Note: If you are using letter size transparencies, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1
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    paper at a time, depending on the thickness of the paper. 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. Printing your document in reverse order 37
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    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 With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog
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    "Printer has a paper jam" on page 60. 3 Load the leading edge of the banner paper into the printer against the right side of the paper support. Printing a banner 39
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    left edge of the banner paper. Note: If you are using letter size banner paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog
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    mm (5 to 17 in.) • 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 side of the paper. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 With your
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    2 From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 Create a custom paper size: a From the Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab. b From the Paper Size menu, select Custom Size. A dialog box displays on the screen. c From the Units area, select Millimeters or
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    Replacing the print cartridges The Lexmark Z700-P700 Series uses the following cartridges: Left cartridge carrier: Color cartridges only 19 20 25 Right cartridge carrier: Black or Photo cartridges 48 50 55 90 (Photo) Note: You can use the printer with just a color cartridge or just a black
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    3 Pull the cartridges toward you until you hear a snap. 4 Remove the used cartridges. Store them in an airtight container or dispose of them properly. Replacing the print cartridges 44
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    the gold contact areas on the back and bottom of the cartridges. 2 Insert the color cartridge in the left carrier. Insert the black or photo cartridge in the right carrier. Depending on the part numbers you use, the color of the cartridge tops may vary. P/N 19, 20, or 25 P/N 48, 50, 55, or
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    Specifying cartridge settings in the printer software Before you specify the print cartridge settings in the printer software, install the cartridges. For help, old cartridge is incorrectly identified as New Cartridge in the Lexmark Solution Center, ink levels may be incorrect. 4 Click OK or Next.
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    Load plain paper. 2 Open the Lexmark Solution Center. For help, see page page prints. If you have to manually align the cartridges, you must photo paper if you are printing a photo. • Use paper that is a heavier weight, bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print quality: 1 From your software
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    Load paper. For help, see page 13. b Open the Lexmark Solution Center. For help, see page 11. c Click the . e Click Print. A nozzle page prints, forcing ink through the nozzles to clean the clogged nozzles. f see page 43. b Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water. c Gently hold the cloth against
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    not in use. A print cartridge storage unit is included with new photo print cartridges. • Do not remove a print cartridge from the printer print cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period. Lexmark's printer warranty does not cover repair of failures or damage caused by
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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: Black cartridge Color cartridge Photo cartridge USB cable Part number: 48 50 55 19 20 25 90 12A2405 Ordering supplies 50
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    do not push the paper too far into the printer. For help, see page 13. Did you install the printer software correctly? From your desktop, click Start Programs or All Programs. If Lexmark Z700-P700 Series does not appear in your list of programs, install the printer software. Setup troubleshooting 51
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    to your computer with a USB cable. 3 Follow these instructions to print a test page. a Open the Lexmark Solution Center. For help, see page 11. b From to the printer software Help for further troubleshooting information. Solving printer software installation problems If the printer software does not
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    similar to the following that appear. Windows 98/Me Windows 2000/XP 4 Eject and reinsert the printer software CD. 5 From your desktop, double-click My Computer. 6 Double-click your CD-ROM drive icon. If necessary, double-click setup.exe. 7 Follow the instructions on your screen to complete printer
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    icon is automatically created on your desktop. Using the World Wide Web 1 From the Lexmark Web site, www.lexmark.com, select the appropriate driver for your operating system. 2 Follow the instructions on your screen to install the printer software. Solving printer software installation problems 54
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    60 63 Solving network printing problems If you are connected to a network with a Lexmark adapter, see the adapter documentation for troubleshooting information. Understanding error messages and flashing lights Use this section to understand printer software error messages on your computer screen
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    • Click the ? to get more information about ordering supplies. • Order a new cartridge or locate a dealer near you by contacting the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. For help: • Installing a new cartridge, see page 45. • Ordering supplies, see "Ordering supplies" on page 50. The paper feed light
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    troubleshooting checklist on page 51, and then: Check the printer status: Windows 98/Me/2000 Windows XP 1 Click Start Settings Printers. 2 From the Printers folder, double-click the Lexmark the printer software. 5 Click OK. 1 Click Start Settings Printers. 2 Right-click the Lexmark Z700-P700
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    have not installed multiple copies of the printer software: 1 Windows 98/Me/2000: Click Start Settings Printers. Windows XP: Click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Printers and Faxes. 2 In the Printers folder, make sure there is only one Lexmark Z700-P700 Series printer icon. • If you
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    software programs not in use. • Check the document you are printing. Photos : • Your paper is recommended for inkjet printers. • The edges of your support and letter size paper should align with the top of the paper support. • The paper guide is against the left edge of the paper. • The paper guide
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    without problems. • Load the envelopes or specialty media vertically against the right side of the paper support. Squeeze and slide the paper guide to • Let the ink dry completely before handling the paper. • Make sure the paper type and paper size settings in the printer software match the paper
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    page • The next page exiting the printer may be smearing the ink. Remove each page as it exits the printer and let it Characters are missing or unexpected • Make sure the Lexmark printer is selected as the default printer. • Clean recommended for color print jobs Solving print quality problems 61
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    screen" on page 62. If the colors still seem faded, clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For help, see "Improving print quality" on page 47. Photos do not print as expected • Use a photo paper designed for inkjet printers. • Select a higher print quality. Solving print quality problems 62
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    problems with specialty media. Glossy or photo papers or transparencies stick together • Load one sheet of photo paper or transparencies at a time. • Use a photo paper or transparency designed for inkjet the printer software. For help, see "Printing transparencies" on page 35 or "Printing photos" on
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    Lexmark Z700 Series Color Jetprinter, type 4136-001, and Lexmark P700 Series Photo Jetprinter in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful point of purchase or service representative for additional suggestions. of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, S.A., Boigny,
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    Japanese VCCI notice The United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984 This apparatus is approved under the approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for the indirect connections to the public telecommunications systems in the United Kingdom. 65
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    into your printer. banner paper. Continuous sheets of perforated inkjet paper designed for banners. Also called continuous form paper. printer settings. Printer software settings defined when the printer is manufactured. driver. See printer software. duplex. A printer software option that lets you
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    adapter. See Lexmark adapter. network-capable printer. A printer that you can connect to a network. Some network-capable printers may require an external network adapter. operating system. The software that provides the basic functions needed for operating your computer. For example, Windows 98 or
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    gold area of the 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
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    watermark. A light graphic or background text that appears on each page of a document. Web Tune-Up. A feature that lets you periodically download updated printer software already installed on your computer. 69
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    43 troubleshooting 51 characters, misformed 62 coated paper 14 color cartridge part number 43 conserving color ink 23 custom size paper 41 customizing settings banner paper 39 booklet 24 borderless photos 14, 15 both sides of the paper 17 cards 19 coated paper 14 custom size paper 41 driver
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    54 removing 54 printer parts 6 printer software driver 8 installing 54 Lexmark Solution Center 8 removing 54 printer software CD, troubleshooting 52 printing alignment page 47 banner paper 39 booklet 24 borderless photo 14, 15 cards 19 coated paper 14 color images in black and white 23 custom
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    27 last page first 37 photo cards 19 photo paper 14 plain paper 13 postcards 19 poster 31 premium paper 16 print color images in black and white software installation 52 slow printing 59 software 52 solving print quality problems 60 specialty paper 63 test page 52 uninstalling software (Windows)
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    with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. Color Jetprinter and Photo Jetprinter are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc. © 2003 Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, Kentucky 40550 www
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www.lexmark.com
Z700 Series Color Jetprinter™
P700 Series Photo Jetprinter™
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Setup troubleshooting
A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems.
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Printer overview
Learn about the printer parts and the printer software.
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Printing ideas
How to print several projects on various types of paper.
• Maintenance
Caring for your cartridges and ordering supplies.
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General troubleshooting
Error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and much more.
User’s Guide for Windows
January 2003