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	Name		Description
1	Black print cartridge		Cartridges to be installed into the printer.
			Note: Cartridge combinations vary depending on the
2	Color print cartridge		Note: Cartridge combinations vary depending on the
2	Color print cartridge		product purchased.
			product purchased.

3	Telephone cord		Use for faxing. For more information about connecting this
			cord, see “Choosing a fax connection” on page 29. Your
			telephone cord may look different from the one shown.

4	Power cord		Attaches to the power supply port located at the back of
			the printer.
			Note: Your power cord may look different from the one
			shown.

5	Installation cable		Connects the printer to the computer temporarily during
			some methods of installation.

6	Quick Setup sheet		Initial setup directions

7	User's Guide		Printed booklet that serves as a guide.
			Note: Complete user information (User's Guide:
			Comprehensive Version or Mac Help) can be found on the
			installation software CD.

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Lexmark 7500 Series manual Setting up the printer, Checking the box contents

7500 Series specifications

The Lexmark 7500 Series is a robust lineup of multifunction printers designed to meet the diverse printing needs of both home and office environments. Known for its reliability and advanced capabilities, the 7500 Series stands out with features that enhance both productivity and efficiency.

One of the primary attributes of the Lexmark 7500 Series is its high-quality printing capabilities. Utilizing advanced inkjet technology, these printers deliver sharp text and vibrant color prints. The series supports various paper sizes and types, ranging from standard letter sizes to photo-quality paper, ensuring versatility for all printing tasks. With a maximum print resolution that often peaks at 4800 x 1200 dpi, users can achieve professional-quality prints, making it suitable for everything from business documents to marketing materials.

The series also offers multiple connectivity options, including USB and wireless capabilities. This allows easy integration into any office setup, enabling users to print seamlessly from multiple devices including laptops, tablets, and smartphones. The inclusion of Wi-Fi Direct technology further enhances connectivity, allowing users to print directly from their mobile devices without needing a local network.

Another hallmark of the Lexmark 7500 Series is its multifunctionality. Beyond printing, these devices typically offer scanning, copying, and sometimes faxing options, making them ideal all-in-one solutions for any workplace. The scanning capabilities often include features such as auto duplex (two-sided) scanning, allowing for quick and efficient document management.

In terms of user experience, the Lexmark 7500 Series is designed with user-friendly interfaces, often featuring touch screens that simplify navigation and operation. This enhances productivity by reducing the time spent on setup and adjustments.

Energy efficiency is also a key focus for the Lexmark 7500 Series. Many models are designed to meet ENERGY STAR qualifications, ensuring reduced energy consumption without compromising performance. This not only lowers operating costs but also supports sustainable practices in printing.

Overall, the Lexmark 7500 Series is characterized by its exceptional print quality, versatile functionalities, multiple connectivity options, and commitment to energy efficiency. These features make it a valuable addition to any home or work office, meeting the demands of modern printing needs while delivering reliable performance.

Contents

May Series Users Guide Safety information Contents Printing Wireless networking Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing Working with photos Scanning Copying Faxing 115 Maintaining the printer Troubleshooting Print troubleshooting 159 Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting 177 206 Index Networking glossary Introduction Where to findFinding information about the printer Description Select Lexmark Solution Center Description Where to findClick Programs or All Programs Œ Lexmark Series Description Where to find US Where to find rest of world Windows users-See the Users Guide Wireless network compatibilityOperating system notice Checking the box contents Setting up the printer Use Understanding the parts of the printer Use Standalone printer setup Page Page Page Page Page Country/region Using an RJ11 adapterGetting the printer ready to fax Page Germany Austria Switzerland Equipment Benefits See this section Connecting to an answering machineChoosing a fax connection Page Connecting directly to a telephone wall jack in Germany Connecting directly to a telephone wall jack Connecting to a computer with a modem Connecting to a telephone Setting up to fax while behind a PBX Understanding the control panel Using a digital phone serviceUsing the control panel Use to Press To Press Navigating the control panel menus Scan Setup Maintenance Understanding and using default settings Installing another language control panel Understanding the Setup menu and submenus Use this Using the installation software CD Windows users only Installing the printer softwareUsing the installation software CD Macintosh users only Using the World Wide Web Click Details Select Solution Center Click Setup and diagnose printerClick Center icon Turning printing voice notification on or off Installing an internal wireless print server Security Information What do the Wi-Fi indicator lights mean? Networking Common home network configurationsGeneral networking Networking overview Internet Finding the MAC address What information do I need and where do I find it? Printing a network setup Wireless networkingHow to locate a printer IP address Finding IP addresses Finding the signal strength Configure IP addressTypes of wireless networks How to locate a computer IP address Ad hoc Tips for using network adaptersInfrastructure Creating an ad hoc wireless network using Windows Advanced wireless setupFor Windows Vista users For Windows XP users Follow the instructions on the computer screen Loading paper Using the automatic paper type sensorLoading paper and original documents Loading labels Loading envelopes Loading iron-on transfers Loading transparencies Loading original documents on the scanner glass Loading custom-size paperLoading banner paper Page Load up to Make sure Automatic Document Feeder paper capacity Using the Paper Handling submenu Printing basic documents PrintingPrinting a document Printing a Web Click Print Now Printing photos or images from a WebPrinting multiple copies of a document Printing the last page first reverse page order Collating copiesPrinting multiple pages on one sheet N-Up Understanding the Print Files menu Printing documents from a removable storage device Photo mode Canceling print jobs Pausing print jobsPrinting specialty documents Choosing compatible specialty paper types Printing a document as a poster Printing a booklet Printing an image as a posterClick File Œ Add Photo from Scanner Click Next Step Printing iron-on transfers Assembling a bookletPrinting on custom-size paper Printing transparencies Printing on both sides of the paper duplexingPrinting a banner Understanding the two-sided printing duplexing function Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing manually Click Properties, Preferences, Options or SetupPrinting on both sides of the paper duplexing automatically Saving and deleting print settings Changing printer settingsUsing the Change Printer Default Settings submenu Select the Print manual duplex instructions check box Using the Change Print File Default Settings submenu Resetting printer software to factory default settingsWindows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users Click Printing Preferences Saving settings Resetting factory default settingsResetting all settings Resetting only menu settings Retrieving and managing photos Working with photosInserting a memory card Slot Memory card Inserting a flash drive Press To select printer default settings Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera Understanding Photo and the Photo Card Mode menu Using the Photo Menu Using the Photo Default Settings menu Using the Change PictBridge Default Settings submenu Understanding the PictBridge Default Print Settings menuEditing photos Use this To Using the Change Photo Default Settings submenu Click Select photos to save Click Deselect All Click Automatically save all photos to My Pictures Transferring photos from a memory card to a flash drive Click Transfer Settings Changing the Productivity Studio transfer settingsChanging the Productivity Studio library preferences Click Temporary Files Editing photos Editing photos using the control panel Cropping a photo Changing the Resolution / Size of a photoRotating a photo Applying One-Click Auto Fixes to a photo Blurring/Sharpening a photo Reducing the red-eye effect in a photoEnhancing a photo Changing the Hue / Saturation of a photo Changing the Gamma Value of a photo or image Changing the Brightness / Contrast settings of a photoDespeckling a photo Applying a color effect to a photo Printing photos Changing the Exposure setting of a photoClick Exposure Click Image Patterns Creating Photo Greeting Cards Viewing / Printing photos from the Productivity StudioPrinting Photo Packages Printing a photo or selected photos Paper sizes supported Dimensions Printing all photos from a memory device Page Printing photos from a digital camera using Dpof Viewing a slideshow of photos on the control panel display Creating a slideshowCreating and viewing a slideshow Making a copy CopyingMaking a color or black-and-white copy Copying on both sides of the paper duplexing Copying photos 100 Copying a photo using the computerAdjusting copy quality 101 Adjusting the brightness of a copyCollating copies using the control panel 102 Repeating an image on oneCopying multiple pages on one sheet N-Up 103 Understanding Copy and the Copy Mode menuEnlarging or reducing an image 104 Mode menu 105 Using the Change Copy Default Settings submenuChanging the default copy settings Scanning Scanning a document using the computerScanning a document 106 Scanning images for editing Scanning text for editingScanning a photo to Work with Documents and Photos 107 Select Photo, Several Photos, or Document Scanning multiple photos at one time using the computer108 Customizing scan settings using the computer Canceling a scan jobUnderstanding Scan and the Scan Mode menu Setting Options 110 Using the Change Scan Default Settings submenuChanging the default scan settings From here 111 Click Scan Settings Changing the Productivity Studio scan settingsSaving a scanned image on the computer 112 Adding a new scanned image to an e-mail message Adding a file to an e-mail messageScanning documents or images for e-mailing 113 Click E-mail Screen Changing the Productivity Studio e-mail screen preferences114 Sending a fax FaxingEntering a fax number 115 116 Sending a fax using the software 117 Sending a fax using the control panelSending a fax while listening to a call On Hook Dial 118 Sending a broadcast fax at a scheduled time Receiving a fax manually Receiving a faxReceiving a two-sided fax 119 Using Caller ID from the control panel Setting a fax manual answer codeUsing Caller ID from the software 120 121 Receiving a fax automaticallyReceiving a fax with an answering machine Using the control panel Phone Book Using the Phone BookForwarding faxes 122 123 Using the computer Phone Book Customizing settings using the Fax Setup Utility Customizing fax settingsClick Fax History and Settings 124 Tab Options 125 126 Understanding Fax and the Fax Mode menu 127 Using the Change Fax Default Settings submenuUsing the Phone Book submenu 128 Using the Ringing and Answering submenuUsing the Fax Printing submenu Setting up a fax footer Printing the Fax Settings ListUsing the Dialing and Sending submenu 129 Blocking unwanted changes to fax settings Creating a fax cover page using the control panelBlocking junk faxes 130 Series Click Lexmark Imaging Studio Click Fax Solutions Using the Fax Solutions Software131 Lexmark 7500 Series 132 Setting up a dialing prefixSetting the distinctive ring 133 Setting up Speed Dial 134 Printing fax activity reports Installing print cartridges Understanding the Maintenance menuMaintaining the printer 135 136 137 Removing a used print cartridge Refilling print cartridges Using genuine Lexmark print cartridgesAligning print cartridges 138 139 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzlesWiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 140 Preserving the print cartridges Cleaning the exterior of the printer Cleaning the scanner glassOrdering supplies Ordering print cartridges Part Number 142Paper Paper size Setup Troubleshooting TroubleshootingPower button is not lit Incorrect language appears on the display Software does not install Does not print Check printer default and pause settings Solving printer communication problemsRemove and reinstall the software Check cartridges Make sure the printer is not in sleep mode Removing and reinstalling the softwareUnderstanding Warning levels Enabling the USB port Check your security keys Wireless troubleshootingWireless network printer does not print Check if printer driver is installed Check Wi-Fi indicator lightCheck if printer is connected to the wireless network Reboot the computer Wi-Fi indicator is not lit 151 Run the wireless setup againCheck MAC address Configure the optional internal wireless print server Wi-Fi indicator light is orangeCheck network name 152 Ping the wireless access point Wireless printer is no longer workingPing the printer 153 154 Changing wireless settings after installation 155 Printer cannot connect to the wireless network 156 Check your advanced security settingsCheck your security keys Check the installation cable Ping the access pointChecking your network name Windows users only 157 158 Run the Wireless Setup Utility Windows users onlyPing the printer Check printer ports Windows users only Print troubleshootingMake sure paper size is set correctly 159 Check paper Improving print qualitySelect a higher print quality Check print cartridges Poor quality at the edges Poor text and graphic quality Select the Borderless resize feature when copying Select the Borderless print featureSelect the Borderless photo feature when printing photos Make sure the paper size matches the printer setting Partial document or photo prints Print speed is slowPhoto smudges or scratches Checking the print cartridges Blank or incorrect page prints Ink levels seem incorrectInk levels seem to go down too quickly Characters on printout are missing or unexpected Print is too dark or smudged Glossy photo paper or transparencies stick togetherPrints with different fonts Transparencies or photos contain white lines Printouts have alternating bands of light and dark print Checking the printer status Vertical straight lines are not smoothWhite lines appear in graphics or solid black areas Checking printer readiness Settings are not saved Printer is busy printing another job Checking the Spool Settings for banner printingResolving font problems Test page does not print Ready or Busy Printing is listed as the statusPrinting a test External print server is not working Checking the port settingTry printing a test page again 172 Cable is not connected, is loose, or is damaged Removing an external print serverPrinter is plugged in but does not print Printer is trying to print to File 174 Check the status of the host computer and printerCheck the printer status Printer is not able to communicate with the computer Problems when copying, scanning, or faxing Updating the printer software Wrong printer is attachedBidirectional communication is not established Experiencing poor quality or incorrect output How to clear and avoid paper jams Jams and misfeeds troubleshootingCannot print from digital camera using PictBridge Duplex unit does not operate correctly Make sure the duplex unit is properly installedCheck paper size and type Check for paper jams Paper or specialty media misfeeds Paper jam in the printerPaper jam in the paper support Banner paper jams Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media Paper jam in the duplex unit Paper continues to jamPaper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder ADF Memory card cannot be inserted Memory card troubleshootingNothing happens when memory card is inserted Cannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive Select the printer on your wireless network Check network connections and powerCheck to see if your printer or the computer is turned on 184 Copier does not respond Copy troubleshootingScanner unit does not close Poor copy quality Copied item does not match the original item Adjust the brightness of the copyPartial document or photo copies Check quality of original document Scan was not successful Scan troubleshootingScanner does not respond Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer Adjust the quality of the scanPoor scanned image quality 188 Partial document or photo scans Fax troubleshootingCannot scan to a computer over a network Cannot send or receive a fax Disable Call Waiting temporarily Review digital phone service checklistDo you have Voice Mail service? Verify dial tone Can send but not receive faxes Can receive but not send faxes Received fax has poor print quality Printer receives a blank fax Caller ID pattern may not be set correctly Caller ID information is not displayedCheck phone line Lower the transmission speed 195 Change redial settingsSchedule to resend fax at a later time 196 Use phone line checklistMake sure the printer detects dial tone Dialing and Sending menu appears 197 Remove tape from print cartridge Error messages on the printer displayUse new paper 198 199 Remove any obstructions 200 Cover Open 201 Select the After Dial settingReduce memory use 202 No photo/paper size selection has been made Clearing error messages Error messages on the computer screenIs the printer receiving power? 203 204 General Printing Problem Cause Solution Print File ErrorUnsupported file types found on memory card Multiple All-In-Ones found 206 Product informationEdition notice 207 Exposure to radio frequency radiation 208 Avis de conformité aux normes de l’industrie du Canada 209 210 Noise emission levels 211 212 South Africa telecommunications notice 213 Power consumption 214 Statement of Limited Warranty 215 Limitation of liability 216 217 218 Networking glossary 219 UAA Universally Administered Address 220 Index 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 228 229