Egypt Poland Bulgaria | Lexmark 5300 Series specification

2Connect your telecommunications equipment directly to the EXT port on the back of the printer.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch cables or the printer in the area shown while actively sending or receiving a fax.

Country/region
•	Saudi Arabia	•	Israel
•	United Arab Emirates	•	Hungary
•	Egypt	•	Poland
•	Bulgaria	•	Romania
•	Czech Republic	•	Russia
•	Belgium	•	Slovenia
•	Australia	•	Spain
•	South Africa	•	Turkey

•Greece

To connect an answering machine or other telecommunications equipment to the printer:

1Remove the plug from the back of the printer.

Note: Once this plug is removed, any country- or region-specific equipment that you connect to the printer by the adapter, as shown, will not function properly.

Setting up the printer

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Lexmark 5300 Series manual Country/region Saudi Arabia Israel United Arab Emirates, Egypt Poland Bulgaria

5300 Series specifications

The Lexmark 5300 Series is a versatile line of printers designed to cater to the needs of both small businesses and home offices. Known for its reliability and cost-effective printing solutions, the 5300 Series combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, making it an ideal choice for a variety of printing tasks.

One of the standout features of the Lexmark 5300 Series is its speed and efficiency. With print speeds reaching up to 35 pages per minute for black-and-white documents, and approximately 30 pages per minute for color, this series is designed to handle high-volume printing without sacrificing quality. This capability is particularly beneficial for busy work environments where time is of the essence.

The 5300 Series utilizes advanced laser printing technology, delivering sharp and vibrant text and images. The printers within this series support a variety of media types and sizes, including letterhead, envelopes, and labels, enhancing their versatility. Additionally, built-in automatic duplex printing allows users to save on paper costs and reduce environmental impact.

Connectivity is another significant aspect of the Lexmark 5300 Series. Most models come equipped with USB and Ethernet ports, and some feature built-in wireless capabilities, enabling seamless integration into any office network. This flexibility allows users to print from various devices, including desktops, laptops, and smartphones, enhancing productivity and convenience.

User-friendly design features are also prominent in the 5300 Series. An intuitive control panel with easy-to-navigate buttons and a display screen simplifies the printing process. Moreover, these printers are designed for easy maintenance, with options for high-yield toner cartridges that reduce the frequency of replacements and lower overall printing costs.

Security features in the 5300 Series cannot be overlooked. With embedded security protocols and data encryption options, sensitive information is protected during the printing process. This is particularly crucial in environments that handle confidential documents.

Overall, the Lexmark 5300 Series stands out in its category due to its speed, reliability, and array of features tailored to meet the demands of modern printing. Whether for everyday office tasks or specialized projects, the Lexmark 5300 Series offers a comprehensive solution that combines efficiency with quality, making it a valuable investment for any printing need.

Contents

May Series Users Guide Safety information Contents Loading paper and original documents Copying Working with photos Faxing Scanning 121 113 126 147 163 173 186 Page Description Where to findIntro du ction Finding information about the printer Users Guide Comprehensive Version Click Customer Support Click Technical Support Where to find North AmericaWhere to find rest of world Mail support Windows users-See the Users Guide Where to find USClick Customer Support Click Warranty Information Operating system notice Checking the box contents Setting up the printe r Setting up the printer for standalone use Page Page Page Page Use Understanding the parts of the printer EXT Norway France Denmark Portugal Using an RJ11 adapterGetting the printer ready to fax Country/region United Kingdom Italy Ireland Sweden FinlandPage Australia Spain South Africa Turkey Country/region Saudi Arabia Israel United Arab EmiratesEgypt Poland Bulgaria Czech Republic Russia Belgium Country/region Choosing a fax connection See this section Connecting to an answering machineEquipment Benefits Connecting directly to a telephone wall jack Connecting directly to a telephone wall jack in Germany Connecting to a computer with a modem Connecting to a telephone Setting up to fax while behind a PBX Using a digital phone service Using the control panelUnderstanding the control panel Press Press To Press Temporary settings Saving settings Installing another language control panel Using the World Wide Web Installing the printer softwareUsing the installation software CD Windows users only Using the installation software CD Macintosh users only Details Click Click Setup and diagnose printer From hereYou can Security Information Turning printing voice notification on or off Gen eral netwo rking Checking the port setting Sharing a printer in a Windows environmentWindows Vista users only Connect to network printer Configure network printers Using the automatic paper type sensor Load in g pape r a nd ori ginal do cu m entsLoading paper Loading labels Loading envelopes Loading iron-on transfers Loading transparencies Loading banner paper Loading custom-size paper Loading original documents on the scanner glass Printing a Web Prin tingPrinting basic documents Printing a document Printing photos or images from a Web Printing multiple copies of a documentClick Print Now Printing on both sides of the paper Collating copiesCollated Printing multiple pages on one sheet N-Up Pausing print jobsCanceling print jobs Printing the last page first reverse page order Printing specialty documents Choosing compatible specialty paper typesPrinting envelopes Printing a document as a poster Printing an image as a posterClick File Œ Add Photo from Scanner Assembling a booklet Printing a booklet Printing a banner Printing on custom-size paperPrinting iron-on transfers Printing transparencies Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users Changing printer settingsSaving and deleting print settings Resetting printer software to factory default settings Resetting the printer to factory default settings Slot Memory card Working with p ho tosRetrieving and managing photos Inserting a memory card Inserting a flash drive Action Understanding the Photo Card menuPress Start Color or Start Black Menu item Understanding the PictBridge menu Paper Size1 Photo Size1 Layout1 Quality1 Paper Type1 Transferring photos Click Automatically save all photos to My PicturesClick Select photos to save Click Deselect All Transferring photos from a memory card to a flash drive Click Temporary Files Changing the Productivity Studio transfer settingsChanging the Lexmark Productivity Studio preferences Changing the Productivity Studio library preferences Rotating a photo Changing the Resolution / Size of a photoEditing photos Cropping a photo Enhancing a photo Applying One-Click Auto Fixes to a photoReducing the red-eye effect in a photo Blurring/Sharpening a photo Click Hue / Saturation Changing the Hue / Saturation of a photo Changing the Brightness / Contrast settings of a photo Changing the Exposure setting of a photoApplying a color effect to a photo Printing photos Click Image PatternsClick Select photos to print Viewing / Printing photos from the Productivity Studio Printing Photo PackagesCreating Photo Greeting Cards Dimensions Printing all photos from a memory devicePress Start Color or Start Black again Printing photos by number Page Printing photos from a digital camera using Dpof Printing photos from the control panel using color effectsPrinting photos by date range Creating and viewing a slideshow Copying photos If you want to change a settingCop ying Making a copy Adjusting copy quality Copying a photo using the computer Collating copies using the control panel Making a copy lighter or darkerPress Lighter/Darker Enlarging or reducing an image Repeating an image on one Modifying the Copy settings Scanning a document using the computer Scan ningScanning a document Click View / Print Library Scanning text for editingScanning images for editing Scanning a photo to the Library Select Photo, Several Photos, or Document Scanning multiple photos at one time using the computer Destination Canceling a scan jobCustomizing scan settings using the computer To cancel Options Click Custom SettingsSetting Color Depth Understanding the Scan menu Use this Tools Maintenance Scanning to a computer over a networkSaving a scanned image on the computer Changing the Productivity Studio scan settings Click Scan SettingsAdding a file to an e-mail message Click E-mail Screen Adding a new scanned image to an e-mail messageScanning documents or images for e-mailing Changing the Productivity Studio e-mail screen preferencesPage Entering a fax number Sending a fax using the softwareFaxing Sending a fax Sending a fax while listening to a call On Hook Dial Sending a fax using the control panel Press Start Color or Start Black. or Receiving a faxSending a broadcast fax at a scheduled time Receiving a fax manually Setting a fax manual answer code Using Caller ID from the control panelUsing Caller ID from the software Receiving a fax automatically Receiving a fax with an answering machine100 101 Using the Phone BookUsing the control panel Phone Book Forwarding faxes 102 Using the computer Phone Book 103 Customizing fax settingsCustomizing settings using the Fax Setup Utility Click Fax History and Settings Tab 104 105 Understanding the Fax menu Setting Auto Answer to on Setting up a fax header106 107 Setting up a fax footer Blocking unwanted changes to fax settings Blocking junk faxes108 109 Using the Fax Solutions Software Click To Setting up a dialing prefixSetting the distinctive ring 110 111 Setting up Speed Dial Printing fax activity reports 112Click Tools Œ Create Report 113 Installing print cartridgesMain taining th e prin t er Replacing print cartridges 114 Removing a used print cartridge 115 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridgesRefilling print cartridges Aligning print cartridges 116 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzlesPress Copy Mode Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 117 Preserving the print cartridges Cleaning the scanner glass Cleaning the exterior of the printer118 119 Ordering suppliesOrdering print cartridges Ordering paper and other supplies 120 Incorrect language appears on the display Setup TroubleshootingPower button is not lit Troublesho oting 122 Software does not install 123 Does not print 124 Solving printer communication problemsCheck Printer Default and Pause Settings Removing and Reinstalling the Software Enabling the USB port Removing and reinstalling the softwareWindows 2000, click Start Œ Settings Œ Control Panel Understanding Warning levels Check Paper Print troubleshootingImproving print quality 126 Remove Sheets AS They are Printed Poor text and graphic quality127 Check Print Cartridges 128 Poor quality at the edges Print speed is slow Partial document or photo prints129 130 Photo smudgesChecking the print cartridges Ink levels seem incorrect 131 Ink levels seem to go down too quicklyBlank or incorrect page prints Characters on printout are missing or unexpected Make Sure the Truetype Font is Available on the Computer Are the Color and Print Speed Settings CORRECT?Copied item does not match the original item 132 Make Sure the Correct Printer is Selected Glossy photo paper or transparencies stick togetherPrints with different fonts 133 134 Print is too dark or smudged 135 Printouts have alternating bands of light and dark printTransparencies or photos contain white lines Vertical straight lines are not smooth 136 White lines appear in graphics or solid black areasChecking the printer status Windows Vista users only Windows 2000 users only Settings are not savedChecking printer readiness Windows XP users only 138 Checking the Spool Settings for banner printingResolving font problems Printer is busy printing another job Printing a test Do YOU Need to Adjust the QUALITY/SPEED SETTINGS?Is the Problem with the PROGRAM? Ready or Busy Printing is listed as the status Click Print a test Make Sure the Printer is Receiving PowerTest page does not print 140 141 Checking external devicesRemoving an external print server Cable is not connected, is loose, or is damaged Printer is plugged in but does not print Printer is trying to print to File142 143 Check the Printer StatusTRY to Locate the Printer from the Remote Computer Updating the printer software Problems when copying, scanning, or faxingPrinter is not able to communicate with the computer Wrong printer is attached Make Sure the External Print Server is Working Bidirectional communication is not establishedExperiencing poor quality or incorrect output 145 146 Cannot print from digital camera using PictBridge 147 Jams and misfeeds troubleshootingHow to clear and avoid paper jams Paper jam in the printer 148 Adjust the Paper GuidesPaper jam in the paper support Paper or specialty media misfeeds Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media Banner paper jams149 Memory card cannot be inserted Memory card troubleshootingNothing happens when memory card is inserted Paper continues to jam Poor copy quality Copy troubleshootingCopier does not respond Scanner unit does not close 152 Partial document or photo copies 153 Scan troubleshootingScanner does not respond Scan was not successful Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer Poor scanned image quality154 Cannot send or receive a fax Fax troubleshootingPartial document or photo scans Cannot scan to a computer over a network 156 Check Country Code Disable Call Waiting TemporarilyDo YOU have Voice Mail SERVICE? 157 Can send but not receive faxes Can receive but not send faxes158 Be Sure That Printer is Detecting a Dial Tone Check the Dial Prefix Setting159 Check Speed Dial Number 160 Printer receives a blank faxReceived fax has poor print quality Caller ID information is not displayed 161 Fax ErrorFax Mode Unsupported Remote Fax Error Schedule to Resend FAX AT a Later Time Change Redial SettingsPhone Line Busy 162 Error messages on the printer display Phone Line Error163 Remove Tape from Print Cartridge Alignment ErrorCartridge Error 1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F 164 Cover Open ErrorBlack Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low Clear Carrier Jam Memory Failure Left Cartridge Error / Right Cartridge ErrorLeft Cartridge Incorrect / Right Cartridge Incorrect Left Cartridge Missing / Right Cartridge Missing No proof sheet information No images have been selectedNo photo/paper size selection has been made Could not detect a proof sheet Only one photo enhancement may be chosen at a time Photo size error. Photo must fit onPictBridge communications error Problems reading the memory card Communication not available Error messages on the computer screenClearing error messages Left/Right Cartridge Missing Out of Paper General Printing ProblemInk Low Out of Memory Paper Jam Black Cartridge replacement requiredColor Cartridge replacement required Unsupported file types found on memory card 172 Black and Color Cartridge replacement required Lexmark International, Inc 173 All rights reserved 174 175 Industry Canada compliance statement Meter average sound pressure, dBA 176 177 178 179 South Africa telecommunications notice Mode 180 181 Limited warranty service Limitation of liability 182 183 184 185 186 Index 187 Immediately 188 189 190 191 192 193 Inserted Nothing happens when memory card is inserted 194