Sharp ML-4550 manual System Setup menu

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System Setup menu

Use the 5. System Setup menu to configure a variety of printer features.

Item

Explanation

 

 

Date & Time

See page 10.6 and 10.7.

Form Menu

Note

Select Form

• This menu item is available when the

 

optional hard disk is installed.

 

 

Language

Values: English, FRANCAIS, Espanol,

 

 

Portugues E., Portugues B., Deutsch, Italiano...

 

This setting determines the language of the text

 

that appears on the control panel display and

 

information printing.

 

 

Power Save

Values: [ 5 ] Min, [ 10] Min, [ 15 ] Min, [ 30 ] Min,

 

 

[ 60 ] Min, [ 120 ] Min

When the printer does not receive data for an extended period of time, power consumption is automatically lowered. You can set how long the printer waits before going to power save mode.

Auto

Values: Off, On

Continue

 

This item determines whether or not the printer continues printing when it detects the paper unmatched to your paper setting.

Off: If a paper mismatch occurs, an error message will remain on the display and the printer will remain off-line until you insert the correct paper.

On: If the paper mismatch occurs, an error message will display. The printer will go offline for 30 seconds, then automatically clear the message and continue printing.

Altitude Adj.

Values: Plain, High, Higher, Highest

You can optimize print quality according to your altitude.

Auto CR

Values: LF, LF+CR

 

This item allows you to append the required carriage return to each line feed.

Refer to the following samples:

AA

 

AA

BB

 

BB

CC

 

CC

LF

 

LF+CR

Item

 

Explanation

 

 

 

Job Timeout

 

Values:[0-1800] sec:15

 

 

 

You can set the length of time the printer waits

 

before printing the last page of a print job that

 

does not end with a command to print the page.

 

When a print time-out occurs, the printer prints the

 

page in the print buffer.

 

 

Maintenance

This item allows you to maintain your printer.

 

Clean Drum: Cleans the OPC drum of the toner

 

 

cartridge and produces a cleaning sheet with

 

 

toner debris on it.

 

Clean Fuser: Cleans the fuser unit inside of the

 

 

printer and produces a cleaning sheet with

 

 

toner debris on it.

 

CLR Empty MSG.: Prevents the Toner Low

 

 

Replace Toner message from appearing on the

 

 

display. Once you have selected On, this

 

 

setting will be permanently written to the

 

 

memory of the toner cartridge, and this menu

 

 

will be disappeared from the Maintenance

 

 

menu.

 

Supplies Life: Allows you to check how many

 

 

pages have been printed and how much toner

 

 

are left in the cartridge.

 

 

Clear Setting

This menu item allows you to restore the printer’s

 

factory default settings.

 

 

 

2.5 <System setup>

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Contents Page Page Contact Samsung worldwide Switzerland Contents Specifications TroubleshootingInstalling accessories Important Precautions and Safety Information Canadian Radio Interference Regulations FCC RegulationsReplacing the Fitted Plug for UK Only Openssl License Original Ssleay License Software Section Special featuresIntroduction Features ML-4550 ML-4551N ML-4551ND You can print in Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003Printer overview Front viewFinding more information Control panel overviewSelecting a location Clearance spaceAccessing control panel menus System setupUsing control panel menus Information menu Menu overviewJob manager menu Layout menu OrientationSimplex MarginPaper menu Graphic menuSystem Setup menu Emulation menu PostScriptNetwork menu Using toner save mode Changing the font settingPrinting a demo Changing the display languageSoftware overview Supplied softwareWindows Printer driver featuresSystem requirements Requirements LinuxMacintosh Via the control panel Network setupVia network administration programs Configuring TCP/IP Configuring EtherTalkDynamic addressing BOOTP/DHCP Supported operating systemsConfiguring IPX frame types Setting Ethernet speedRestoring the network configuration Printing a network configurationLoading print media Selecting print mediaType Size Dimensions Weighta Capacityb Type Size WeightSupported sizes of paper Print media for duplex printingMedia type Guidelines Guidelines for selecting and storing print mediaGuidelines for special print media Loading paper Using the standard tray or the optional trays Changing the size of the paper in the trayUsing the multi-purpose tray Load the paper with the side to be printed on facing upUsing manual feed mode Tips on using the multi-purpose trayPrinting to the rear cover Face up Selecting an output locationPrinting to the output tray Face down Canceling a print job Printing a document Canceling a print jobBasic printing Printing a documentOrdering supplies and accessories AccessoriesHow to purchase Toner cartridgesMaintenance Cleaning the printerCleaning the outside of the printer Cleaning the inside of the printerMaintenance Printing a cleaning sheet Maintaining the toner cartridgeToner cartridge storage Expected cartridge yieldChecking the remaining toner Redistributing toner cartridgeReplacing the toner cartridge Maintenance Items Yield Average Maintenance partsClearing the Toner Low Replace Toner message Troubleshooting Clearing paper jamsOptional tray Paper feed areaTray Around the toner cartridge Multi-purpose trayDuplex jam Paper exit areaDuplex unit area Tips for avoiding paper jams Troubleshooting checklistCondition Suggested solutions Understanding the status LED Understanding display messagesMessage Meaning Suggested solutions Load Low Heat ErrorLSU Motor Error OPC is CleaningToner cartridge-related messages Solving general printing problems Settings and Printers. Right Spool Settings buttonClick the Samsung ML-4550 Series PCL 6 printer iconSolving print quality problems Condition Suggested solutions Vertical Condition Suggested solutions Curl or waveRepetitive DefectsCommon Windows problems Common PostScript problemsCommon Linux problems Common Macintosh problemsInstallable Options section to InstalledInstalling accessories Precautions when installing accessoriesInstalling a dual in-line memory module Dimm Disconnect the power cordSetting the memory in the PostScript printer properties Select the Samsung ML-4550 Series PS printerInstalling a network interface card Removing a DimmUsing the hard disk Installing the hard diskSetting the hard disk in the printer properties Setting the time and date Printing with the optional hard diskStoring a job Printing a stored jobPrinting using the form files Controlling the active job queueTo delete a file from the queue To promote a file from the queueSpecifications and Description SpecificationsPrinter specifications ECP Index System requirements Linux 3.3 Macintosh 3.3 Windows Software section Contents Using Windows Postscript Driver Using Your Printer in Linux Installing Printer Software Installing Software for Local PrintingTypical Installation Select Typical installation for a local printer. Click NextCustom Installation Select Custom installation. Click Next Select the components to be installed and click NextInstalling Software for Network Printing Custom Installation Installing Printer Software in Windows Reinstalling Printer Software Changing the Software LanguageRemoving Printer Software NextPrinting a Document Select your printer driver from the Name drop-down listPaper Orientation Printer SettingsLayout Tab Scaling Printing Paper TabSource Resolution Toner Save ModeGraphics Tab Advanced OptionsExtras Tab Job SettingOn the Job Setting Using a Favorite Setting Using HelpAbout Tab Printer TabAdvanced Printing Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up PrintingPrinting Posters Printing BookletsPrinting on Both Sides of Paper Printing a Reduced or Enlarged DocumentFitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size NoneUsing Watermarks Using an Existing WatermarkCreating a Watermark Editing a WatermarkUsing Overlays What is an Overlay?Using a Page Overlay Creating a New Page OverlayUsing Windows PostScript Driver AdvancedUsing the shortcut icon Using the right-click menuOverview Direct Print Utility PrintingSetting Up a Host Computer Setting Up a Client ComputerCheck the Share this printer box Select Local Port and click New PortTroubleshooting Guide Printer SettingUnderstanding Smart Panel Toner LevelOpening the Troubleshooting Guide Changing the Smart Panel Program SettingsUsing Printer Settings Utility Using Onscreen Help FileGetting Started Installing the Unified Linux DriverInstalling the Unified Linux Driver Uninstalling the Unified Linux Driver Click UninstallUsing the Unified Driver Configurator Printers ConfigurationOpening the Unified Driver Configurator Double-clickUnified Driver Configurator on the desktopClasses Tab Configuring Printer PropertiesPorts Configuration File menu Printing from ApplicationsPrinting Files Installing Software for Macintosh Click ContinueSetting Up the Printer For a Network-connected MacintoshFor a USB-connected Macintosh Mac OS 8.6 ~Printing a Document Changing Printer SettingsLayout Setting Printer Features Setting ResolutionQualityPrinting Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper Reverse DuplexDuplex Printing Index Resolution Macintosh 36 Windows GGGGGGGGGGGGGRev

ML-4550 specifications

The Sharp ML-4550 is a high-performance multifunction laser printer designed specifically for the demands of modern office environments. Known for its robustness and versatility, this model is engineered to streamline various document handling processes while maintaining exceptional print quality.

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In summary, the Sharp ML-4550 stands out as a well-rounded multifunction printer that delivers speed, quality, and versatility. Its advanced features and robust technology align with the needs of a modern office, making it a solid investment for businesses focused on improving productivity and document management efficiency.