Print speed is slow | Lexmark 1500 specs

4Choose an orientation.

5Click OK.

Make sure paper size matches the printer setting

1From the software application, click File Page Setup.

2From the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series.

3From the Paper Size pop-up menu, check the paper size.

Clean print cartridge nozzles

For more information, see “Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles” on page 60.

Print speed is slow

These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

Maximize computer processing speed

•Close all applications not in use.

•Try minimizing the number and size of graphics and images in the document.

•Remove as many unused fonts as possible from your system.

Add memory to your computer

Consider purchasing more RAM.

Select a lower print quality

1From the software application, click File Print.

2From the third pop-up menu from the top, choose Quality & Media.

3From the Print Quality menu, select Normal.

Remove and reinstall the software

It is sometimes helpful to remove the existing printer software and reinstall it. For more information, see “Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 107.

Partial document or photo prints

Check that the paper size being used matches the printer setting

1With a document or photo open, choose File Page Setup. The Page Setup dialog appears. See “Using the Page Setup dialog” on page 49.

2From the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series.

3From the “Paper size” pop-up menu, choose the correct paper size.

4Click OK.

Partial photo prints when using a PictBridge-enabled digital camera

Make sure photo size and paper size are set correctly

Make sure the photo paper in the paper support matches the photo size or print size selected on your digital camera.

Troubleshooting

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Lexmark 1500 manual Print speed is slow, Partial document or photo prints

Contents

Lexmark 1500 Series Page Contents Glossary 109 Safety information Wired network example Common home network configurationsWireless network examples General networking Networking the printer Finding the MAC address Printing a network setup Wireless networkingTypes of wireless networks IP addresses Finding the signal strength InfrastructureAd hoc Why do I need an installation cable? Networking the printerKnow your security keys Installing the printer on additional network computers Installing the printer on a networkSharing the printer on a network Selecting a network printer Using a wireless network connection Finding a printer/print server located on remote subnetsClick Continue Tips for using network adapters Advanced wireless setupWhy do I need to disconnect the installation cable? What do the Wi-Fi indicator lights mean? Double-clickWireless Setup Assistant Getting started Loading paperChoosing compatible specialty paper types Loading envelopes Using the automatic paper type sensor Loading transparencies Loading labels Loading iron-on transfers Loading custom-size paperLoading banner paper Learning about the software print options Choosing a paper sizeChoosing a paper type Performing printing and related tasks Collating copies using the computerChoosing a print quality Printing a document Printing borderless photos Printing photos Printing cards Printing iron-on transfers Printing envelopes Printing a banner Printing transparencies Printing multiple pages on one sheet Printing multiple copies of a stored document Assembling a bookletPrinting the last page first reverse page order For Mac OS X version 10.4.2 or later Printing color images in black and white Printing on both sides of the paper duplexingPrinting on both sides of the paper duplexing automatically Printing files from a memory card or flash drive Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing manuallyClick File Œ Print Canceling a print job Pausing print jobsManaging print jobs Resuming print jobs Inserting a memory card Connecting photo storage devices Light blink alternately until either the memory card or Inserting a flash drive Removing a memory card or flash drive Connecting a PictBridge-enabled digital camera Transferring photos from a memory device to the computer Transferring photos from a memory device to the computer Printing photos from a memory card or flash drive Printing photos from photo storage devicesPage Printing photos from a digital camera using Dpof Printing photos from the computer Printing cards Working with photos over the wireless network Page Related topics Understanding the printer parts Checking the box contents Use Understanding the parts of the printer Orange Understanding the software Installing the printer software Using the Printer Selection dialog Click UninstallRemoving the printer software Using the Page Setup dialog Using the Printer Setup Complete dialog From here Choose Using the Print dialog From here Choose From here Choose Only Using Printer Services Using the Network Card Reader Click SettingsChoose Lexmark Network Card Reader Œ Preferences Using the Utility Click Lexmark 1500 Series Utility Print cartridges Installing print cartridges Removing a used print cartridge Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles Aligning the print cartridgesDouble-click the Lexmark 1500 Series Utility icon Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts Improving print quality Checking the ink levelsPreserving the print cartridges Check paper Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges Cleaning the exterior of the printerRefilling print cartridges Check print cartridges Ordering paper and other supplies Ordering print cartridges Lexmark 1500 Series folder Finding information about the printer Telephone support Help Related topics Recycling Lexmark products Contacting Customer Support How do I contact Lexmark Customer Support?Is contact information available online? Setup troubleshooting Power button is not litPower light is blinking Duplex light is blinking Cable is not connected, is loose, or is damaged Software does not install Printer is not able to communicate with the computer Printer does not appear in the Printer Selection dialog Printing a test page using the computer Printer is plugged in but does not printTest page does not print Check power Make sure the cartridges are properly installedDoes not print Try printing a test page again Remove tape on cartridges Check the ink levels Checking printer readiness Reinstall the softwareMake sure the printer has paper and is properly loaded Remove the sticker and tape from the print cartridges Checking the printer status Are the print cartridges properly installed?Checking the print cartridges Are the sticker and tape removed from the cartridges? Wireless troubleshooting Check your security keysAre the cartridges low on ink? Wireless network printer does not print Remove and reinstall the internal print server Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit Reinstall the internal print server Wireless printer is no longer working Printer cannot connect to the wireless network Check your advanced security settings Wi-Fi indicator light is orangeConfigure the optional internal wireless print server Check your security keys Check MAC address Make sure the access point is on Run the Wireless Setup Assistant again Ping the access point Changing wireless settings after installationCheck the installation cable Checking your network name Ping the printer Run the Wireless Setup Assistant Checking the ink levels Print troubleshootingInk levels seem incorrect Are you printing graphics or photos? Ink levels seem to go down too quickly Improving print qualityPoor text and graphic quality Poor quality at the edges Partial document or photo prints Print speed is slow Photo smudges or scratches Blank or incorrect page printsPrints with different fonts Print is too dark or smudged Glossy photo paper or transparencies stick togetherTransparencies or photos contain white lines Perform maintenance on the print catridges Adjust the application settings for the documentVertical straight lines are not smooth White lines appear in graphics or solid black areas Adjust the color and print speed Perform maintenance on the print cartridgesCannot print from a memory card or flash drive Check the level of ink in the print catridges Duplex unit does not operate correctly Cannot print from digital camera using PictBridge Checking printer ports Jams and misfeeds troubleshootingPaper jam in the printer Paper jam in the paper support 100 Paper jam in the duplex unit Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media Paper or specialty media misfeeds Paper continues to jam Banner paper jams Remove and reinstall the print cartridges Remove any obstructions in the cartridge carrier103 Memory card reader and PictBridge troubleshooting Nothing happens when memory card is insertedMemory card cannot be inserted Check USB cable Make sure the USB cable is connectedCheck camera connection Make sure the camera is properly equipped 106 Select the printer on your wireless network Removing and reinstalling the software Resetting the printer to factory default settings107 108 Product information Edition notice109 Lexmark International, Inc All rights reserved 110 Trademarks Industry Canada compliance statement Exposure to radio frequency radiationAvis de conformité aux normes de l’industrie du Canada Industry Canada Canada 112 European Community EC directives conformity 113 114 Noise emission levels Product disposal Temperature informationInformation for Chinese RoHS program 115 Product power consumption Power consumptionPower Saver Off mode 117 Total energy usage 118 119 Limited warranty Statement of Limited WarrantyLimited warranty service Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington, KY Limitation of liability Extent of limited warrantyAdditional rights 121 122 Glossary IP Internet Protocol address 123 124 UAA Universally Administered Address