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If you want to use the PostScript driver provided with the supplied CD-ROM to print a document.

PPDs, in combination with the PostScript driver, access printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer. An installation program for the PPDs is provided on the supplied CD- ROM.

Printer Settings

You can use the printer properties window, which allows you to access all of the printer options you need when using your printer. When the printer properties are displayed, you can review and change the settings needed for your print job.

Your printer properties window may differ, depending on your operating system. This Software User’s Guide shows the Properties window for Windows XP.

Your printer driver Properties window that appears in this User’s Guide may differ depending on the printer in use.

NOTES:

•Most Windows applications will override settings you specify in the printer driver. Change all print settings available in the software application first, and change any remaining settings using the printer driver.

•The settings you change remain in effect only while you are using the current program. To make your changes permanent, make them in the Printers folder.

•The following procedure is for Windows XP. For other Windows OS, refer to the corresponding Windows User's Guide or online help.

1.Click the Windows Start button.

2.Select Printers and Faxes.

3.Select your printer driver icon.

4.Right-click on the printer driver icon and select

Printing Preferences.

5. Change the settings on each tab, click OK.

Advanced

You can use advanced settings by clicking the Advanced button.

•Paper/Output this option allows you to select the size of the paper loaded in the tray.

•Graphic this option allows you to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs.

•Document Options this options allow you to set the PostScript options or printer features.

Using Help

You can click from the upper right corner of the window, and then click on any setting.

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Contents SP 3300 Series Page Contents Maintenance TroubleshootingInstalling accessories SpecificationsSafety Information Safety During OperationPower Supply Power SaverEnergy Star Program RecyclingLaser Safety Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au CanadaCdrh Regulations AvertissementSpecial features IntroductionFront view Features SP 3300D SP 3300DNPrinter overview Control panel overview Understanding the LEDsRear view Status DescriptionSetting up the hardware Finding more informationAltitude adjustment Changing the font setting Click EmulationBasic setup Using toner save modePrinting a demo Using toner save mode Printing a demoSupplied software Printer driver featuresSoftware overview Macintosh System requirementsWindows Network setup SP 3300DN only Using SetIP programSupported operating systems RequirementsLoading print media Selecting print mediaType Size Dimensions Weighta Capacityb Type Size WeightSupported sizes of paper Print media for duplex printingType Guidelines Guidelines for selecting and storing print mediaGuidelines for special print media Loading paper Using the tray 1 or the optional tray Changing the size of the paper in the trayUsing manual feeder Load the paper with the side to be printed on facing upKnowing an output location Canceling a print job Printing a document Canceling a print jobBasic printing Printing a documentSupplies and accessories AccessoryToner cartridge Accessory Accessory DescriptionMaintenance Cleaning the printerCleaning the outside of the printer Cleaning the inside of the printerExpected cartridge life Maintaining the toner cartridgeToner cartridge storage Redistributing toner cartridge Replacing the toner cartridge Items Yield Average Printing a configurationMaintenance parts Troubleshooting Clearing paper jamsPaper feed area TrayAround the toner cartridge Manual trayDuplex jam Paper exit areaDuplex unit area Tips for avoiding paper jams Troubleshooting checklist Solving general printing problemsDpi Best, change it to Dpi Normal. SeeSolving print quality problems Condition Suggested solutions Vertical lines GrayBackground Toner smearCommon Windows problems Common PostScript problems Common Macintosh problemsInstalling accessories Precautions to take when installing accessoriesInstalling a memory module Disconnect the power cordActivating the added memory in the PS printer properties Specifications and description SpecificationsPrinter specifications Index Software section Contents Using Windows PostScript Driver Installing Printer Software in Windows Installing Printer SoftwareInstalling Software for Local Printing Typical InstallationCustom Installation Select Typical installation for a local printer. Click NextSelect Custom installation. Click Next Installing Software for Network Printing Custom Installation Installing Printer Software in Windows Reinstalling Printer Software Removing Printer Software Basic Printing Printing a DocumentPrinter Settings Printing to a file PRNSelect Printers and Faxes Select your printer driver icon Printing PreferencesLayout Tab Paper TabGraphics Tab Extras Tab Advanced OptionsWatermark OverlayUsing a Favorite Setting Using HelpAbout Tab Printer TabAdvanced Printing Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up PrintingPrinting Posters Printing Booklets Printing on Both Sides of Paper Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document Fitting 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 AdvancedSetting Up a Host Computer Setting Up a Client ComputerSharing the Printer Locally Check the Share this printer boxUsing Utility Applications Using Printer Settings UtilityOpening the Troubleshooting Guide Changing the Status Monitor Program SettingsUsing Your Printer with a Macintosh Installing SoftwareInstalling the printer driver Uninstalling the printer driverSetting Up the Printer For a Network-connectedFor a USB-connected Mac OS 8.6 ~Changing Printer Settings PrintingPrinting a Document LayoutPrinter Features Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up PrintingDuplex Printing Index Page M000-8650 Network Printer User’s Guide SP 3300DN only OpenSSL License Page Programs supplied on the CD Appendix Getting started IntroductionSupported network environments Network Printer CardUninstalling software Click Typical installation for a network printerPrograms supplied on System requirementsUsing Web Image Monitor SP 3300 Series IP address setupUsing SetIP Print Driver Installation for Networked Printers Workstation SetupWindows Vista TCP/IP Windows XP TCP/IPWindows 2000 TCP/IP DiskTest Print Configuring DHCP/BOOTP Configuring SnmpUsing Snmp TCP/IP environmentConfiguring SLP Using SLPConfiguring Ddns Configuring WinsConfiguring UPnP Using UPnPBonjour UPnPPrinting protocols Standard TCP/IP portLPR port Printer PortConfiguring IPP in the print server Configuring a Windows clientSetting IPP security IPP portAdditional functions Configuring EtherTalk Configuring the printerEtherTalk environment EtherTalk printingTCP/IP printing Bonjour printerAdministration Tools Maintenance using Internet ServicesSpecifications AppendixOpenSSL Statements OpenSSL LicenseBootp M000-8651 Page Page