Machine types 4443 Models 301, 30E
Intuition S500 Series Users Guide
April
Using the printer control panel buttons and menus
Contents
Safety information
Using the printer software
Copying
Printing
Networking
Scanning
Index
Troubleshooting
Maintaining the printer
Notices
Safetyinformation
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Minimizing your printers environmental impact
About your printer
Thank you for choosing this printer
Conserving energy
Recycling
Finding information about the printer
Conserving ink
Publications
Find it here
Additional setup and instructions for using the printer
What are you looking for?
Users Guide
Find it here
Understanding the parts of the printer
What are you looking for?
Use the
Scanner lid Scanner glass USB port Power supply with port Duplex unit
Use the
Ordering ink cartridges
Using genuine Lexmark ink cartridges
Orderin g and replacingsupplies
Return Program Cartridge1
Replacing ink cartridges
Part Number
Ordering paper and other supplies
Recycling Lexmark products
Paper
Color/Black
Using the printer control panel buttons andmenus
Using the printer control panel
Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress
Cancel Arrow buttons Select Display
Setup
Select menu options Save settings
To disable the settings timeout feature
Changing temporary settings into new default settings
To change the temporary settings into new default settings
Using the printer control panel menus
Changing the Power Saver timeout
Resetting to factory settings
Saving paper and energy with Eco-Mode
Initial Setup Complete appears on the display
Using a button combination if you cannot read the current language
Initial Setup Complete appears on the display
Software installed during printer installation
Usingthe printersoftware
Using the Windows printer software
Minimum system requirements
Lexmark Wireless Setup Utility referred to as Wireless Setup Utility
Printer software
Lexmark Fax Solutions referred to as Fax Solutions
Lexmark Service Center referred to as Service Center
Software resident in the Macintosh OS
Using the Macintosh printer software
Printer software
Software installed during printer installation
For Macintosh users
Finding and installing optional software
For Windows users
3 Select Printer Home
Enabling automatic software updates
Reinstalling the printer software
Checking for software updates
Uninstalling the printer software
For Windows users
Installing the printer software
Using the World Wide Web
For Macintosh users
Loading paperandoriginaldocuments
Loading paper
Make sure that
Paper and specialty media guidelines
Load up to
Make sure that
Loading paper and original documents
Load up to
Saving paper default settings
Loading original documents on the scanner glass
2 Close the scanner lid Loading paper and original documents
Tips for printing
b Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
Prin ting
Printing basic documents
2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
Collating printed copies
Printing pages in reverse order
2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
For Macintosh users
Printing multiple pages on one sheet
2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
For Windows users
Printing documents from a memory card or flash drive Windows only
If the printer is using a USB connection
If the printer is using a Wireless connection selected models only
Printing labels
Printing specialty documents
Printing envelopes
b Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
Printing on custom-size paper
Tips on loading label sheets
For Macintosh users
a Select Use custom page size
Using a memory card or flash drive with the printer
Working with photos
For Macintosh users
Memory Card
Printing photos using the printer control panel
Supported memory cards and file types
File Type
You can
Editing photos using the printer control panel
From here
For Macintosh users
Printing photos from a memory device using the printer software
For Windows users
If the printer is using a USB connection
Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera
Printing photos from a memory device using the proof sheet
Printing photos from a digital camera using DPOF
Bluetooth Dongle Connected appears on the display
Bluetooth Dongle Connected appears on the display
Setting the Bluetooth security level
Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled device
Bluetooth Dongle Connected appears on the display
Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing
Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing automatically
2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
For Macintosh users
For Windows users
Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing manually
2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
For Macintosh users
2 Click Print & Fax
Setting your printer as the default printer
Managing print jobs
For Windows users
For Windows users
Changing the printing mode
Changing the printing mode for a single print job
For Macintosh users
For Windows users
Pausing print jobs
Resuming print jobs
For Macintosh users
For Macintosh users
Canceling print jobs
For Windows users
Making copies
Copying
Tips for copying
Enlarging or reducing images
Copying photos
Copying a two-sided document
Making a copy lighter or darker
Adjusting copy quality
Collating copies using the printer control panel
Repeating an image on one page
Copying multiple pages on one sheet
Making a duplex copy manually
Making a duplex copy
Making a duplex copy automatically
8 Press
Canceling copy jobs
To cancel a copy job, press
Scanning stops and the printer returns to the previous menu Copying
Scanning to a local or network computer
Scanning
Tips for scanning
Scanning photos into an editing application
Using the printer control panel
Scanning to a flash drive or memory card
For Windows users
Using the printer software
4 Select Printer Home
For Macintosh users
6 Click Document
Scanning documents into an editing application
8 Click Preview/Edit
For Windows users
For Windows users
Scanning directly to e-mail using the printer software
Scanning to a PDF
For Macintosh users
What is an application list, and how do I update it?
Scanning FAQ
Why am I being asked for a PIN?
How can I improve the quality of a scan?
Canceling scan jobs
Updating the application list
Netwo rking
Installing the printer on a wireless network
Wireless network compatibility
Supported network security options
Printing a network setup page
Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network
For Windows users
Installing the printer on a wireless network
Installing the printer on other computers
For Macintosh users
Adding the printer to your wireless network
Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light
Special wireless installation instructions
Before you begin
Assigning a static IP address
Changing wireless settings after installation
Select Other Wireless Network, and then click Continue
Click Unlisted Network
5 Click the Wireless setup utility link
Advanced wireless setup
Creating an ad hoc wireless network
2 Double-click Wireless Setup Assistant
In Windows XP
7 Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon 8 Click Properties
9 Click the Wireless Networks tab
2 Click Control Panel 3 Click Network and Internet Connections
In Mac OS X version
b Select View Available Wireless Networks
In Windows
In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier
5 Click Wireless setup utility link
Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network
Configuring the printer wirelessly using WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup
2 Double-click Wireless Setup Assistant
Using the printer locally USB
Switching between USB and wireless connections Windows only
Using the printer wirelessly
If the printer is currently set up locally using USB connection
In Mac OS X version
If the printer is currently set up for wireless
Sharing a printer in a Windows environment
In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier
2 From the menu bar, click Help System Preferences Help
Sharing a printer in a Macintosh environment
c Click Properties
Where do I find my WEP key or WPA passphrase?
Networking FAQ
What is Wi-Fi Protected Setup?
What is an SSID?
How do I find out what type of security my network is using?
Where do I find my SSID?
What is a network?
How are home networks configured?
Scenario 2 Wireless network with Internet access
Scenario 3 Wireless network with no Internet access
Why do I need an installation cable?
How do I attach the installation cable?
Ad hoc
How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different?
Infrastructure
MOVE THE PRINTER CLOSER TO THE WIRELESS ACCESS POINT/WIRELESS ROUTER
Finding the signal strength
How can I improve wireless signal strength?
REMOVE OBSTACLES BETWEEN THE ACCESS POINT AND THE PRINTER
For Windows users
ARRANGE THE NETWORK TO REDUCE SIGNAL ABSORPTION
REMOVE SOURCES OF INTERFERENCE
In Mac OS X version
For Macintosh users with a wireless access point
For Macintosh users with an AirPort base station
In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier
What is a MAC address?
How do I find the MAC address?
How do I locate IP addresses?
What is an IP address?
What is TCP/IP?
For Windows users
How are IP addresses assigned?
What is a key index?
How to locate a printer IP address
2 Click More Info
Maintainingtheprinter
Using the printer control panel
Using the printer software
Maintaining ink cartridges
Using the printer control panel
Cleaning the printhead nozzles
Using the printer software
For Windows users
Using the printer software
Cleaning the exterior of the printer
Cleaning the scanner glass
For Windows users
If Troubleshooting does not solve your problem
Troubleshooting
Using the Service Center to solve printer problems
Setup troubleshooting
Incorrect language appears on the display
Printhead errors
CHANGE THE LANGUAGE USING THE PRINTER MENUS
Troubleshooting
REMOVE AND REINSERT THE PRINTHEAD
3 Wipe the printhead contacts using a clean, lint-free cloth
1 Open the printer and lift the latch 2 Remove the printhead
MAKE SURE YOUR PRINTER IS SET AS THE DEFAULT PRINTER
Software did not install
RECONNECT THE PRINTER POWER SUPPLY
Print job does not print or is missing pages
MAKE SURE THE PRINTER IS NOT IN POWER SAVER MODE
REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PRINTER SOFTWARE
REINSTALL THE INK CARTRIDGES AND DEEP CLEAN AND ALIGN THE PRINTHEAD
Printer is printing blank pages
Cannot print through USB
MAKE SURE THE USB PORT IS ENABLED IN WINDOWS
Cannot delete documents from the print queue
RESTART THE COMPUTER AND TRY AGAIN
Paper jam in the paper support
Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting
Paper jam in the printer
Paper jam in the duplex unit
2 Firmly grasp the paper, and then gently pull it out
5 From your computer, resume the print job Troubleshooting
1 Push down the duplex latches and pull out the duplex unit
Note Be careful not to tear the paper while removing it
CHECK MINIMUM PRINT SETTINGS
Print troubleshooting
ADJUST THE PAPER GUIDES TO FIT THE LOADED PAPER
SELECT THE BORDERLESS PRINT FEATURE
Streaks or lines on printed image
MAKE SURE THE INK CARTRIDGES ARE PROPERLY INSTALLED
ALIGN THE PRINTHEAD CLEAN OR DEEP CLEAN THE PRINTHEAD NOZZLES
Print speed is slow
IF YOU ARE USING A USB CONNECTION, THEN TRY A DIFFERENT USB CABLE
Copy and scan troubleshooting
Computer slows down when printing
SET YOUR PRINTER AS THE DEFAULT PRINTER
Partial copies or scans of documents or photos
ADJUST THE SCAN QUALITY FROM THE PRINTER SOFTWARE
USE A LOWER SCANNING RESOLUTION
Scan was not successful
Nothing happens when a memory card is inserted
Memory card troubleshooting
Memory card troubleshooting checklist
Cannot scan to a computer over a network
MAKE SURE YOUR WIRELESS NETWORK IS CONNECTED AND ACTIVE
Wireless troubleshooting
Photos do not transfer from a memory card across a wireless network
Cannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive
Wireless troubleshooting checklist
Resetting the wireless settings to factory defaults
DISCONNECT FROM VPN SESSION
Cannot print over wireless network
TURN THE WIRELESS ACCESS POINT OFF AND THEN BACK ON
MAKE SURE DEMO MODE IS TURNED OFF
CHECK THE WIRELESS SIGNAL QUALITY
MOVE YOUR ACCESS POINT AWAY FROM OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES
MOVE THE COMPUTER AND/OR PRINTER CLOSER TO THE WIRELESS ROUTER
CHECK YOUR ADVANCED SECURITY SETTINGS
In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier
For Macintosh users with a wireless access point
For Macintosh users with an AirPort base station
d Click Advanced TCP/IP or TCP/IP
MAKE SURE THAT THE PRINTER IS PLUGGED IN AND TURNED ON
MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE USING THE CORRECT CD FOR YOUR PRINTER MODEL
The Continue button is unavailable
MAKE SURE THAT THE USB PORT ON THE COMPUTER IS WORKING
Cannot print and there is a firewall on the computer
RECONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY
TRY RUNNING THE INSTALLER AGAIN
ALLOW THE WIRELESS INSTALLATION TO COMPLETE
Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit
CHECK POWER
ENABLE THE PRINTER
CHECK NETWORK NAME
If you are using WEP security
SELECT THE WIRELESS PORT
CHECK SECURITY KEYS
MAKE SURE THE ACCESS POINT IS ON
Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation
If you are using WPA security
MOVE YOUR ACCESS POINT TO MINIMIZE INTERFERENCE
If you are using WPA security
PING THE ACCESS POINT TO MAKE SURE THE NETWORK IS WORKING
If you are using WEP security
For Windows users
For Macintosh users
b Click More Info
b Double-click Network Utility
3 Double-click Network Utility
10.168.1.101
MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER CAN COMMUNICATE WITH THE PRINTER
For Windows users
5 Click the Wireless setup utility link
Wireless print server not installed
CONFIGURE THE PRINTER FOR WIRELESS ACCESS AGAIN
2 Double-click Wireless Setup Assistant
For Macintosh users
How to locate a printer IP address
For Windows users
2 Click More Info
MAKE SURE THE WIRELESS PORT IS SELECTED
ELIMINATE NETWORK CONGESTION
Resolving intermittent wireless communications issues
DISCONNECT FROM ALL VPNS WHEN ATTEMPTING TO USE THE WIRELESS NETWORK
ELIMINATE SOURCES OF INTERFERENCE
ASSIGN STATIC IP ADDRESSES TO ALL DEVICES IN THE NETWORK
CHANGE THE CHANNEL THE WIRELESS ROUTER USES
CONFIGURE THE WIRELESS ROUTER WITH A UNIQUE SSID
6 Click the Set Static IP Address link
CHANGE ALL NETWORK DEVICES TO THE SAME TYPE
CHECK FOR KNOWN ISSUES WITH THE WIRELESS ROUTER
CHECK FOR WIRELESS ADAPTER UPDATES
PURCHASE A NEW ROUTER
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Notices
Product information
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Licensing notices
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Trademarks
Directory
1-meter average sound pressure, dBA
Hinweis zum GS-Zeichen
Noise emission levels
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE directive
Temperature information
Battery notice
Product disposal
Power Saver
Power consumption
Product power consumption
Off mode
Avis de conformité aux normes de l’industrie du Canada
European Community EC directives conformity
Industry Canada compliance statement
Regulatory notices for telecommunication terminal equipment
South Africa telecommunications notice
Notice to users of the Canadian telephone network
Notice to users of the New Zealand telephone network
Avis réservé aux utilisateurs du réseau téléphonique du Canada
Utilisation de ce produit en Suisse
Using this product in Switzerland
Regulatory notices for wireless products
Verwendung dieses Produkts in der Schweiz
Industry Canada Canada
Exposure to radio frequency radiation
Notice to users in Brazil
Industry Canada Canada
Taiwan NCC RF notice statement Notice to users in the European Union
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CARTRIDGE LICENSE AGREEMENT
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PRINTER LICENSE AGREEMENT
LEXMARK SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
a Use. You may Use one 1 copy of the Software Program. The term “Use” means storing, loading, installing, executing, or displaying the Software Program. If Lexmark has licensed the Software Program to you for concurrent use, you must limit the number of authorized users to the number specified in your agreement with Lexmark. You may not separate the components of the Software Program for use on more than one computer. You agree that you will not Use the Software Program, in whole or in part, in any manner that has the effect of overriding, modifying, eliminating, obscuring, altering or de-emphasizing the visual appearance of any trademark, trade name, trade dress or intellectual property notice that appears on any computer display screens normally generated by, or as a result of, the Software Program
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Index
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aligning 88 printhead access 10 printhead error 92 printhead nozzles
Power Saver timeout changing
print speed is slow 100 print troubleshooting
sharing the printer with a Macintosh computer
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Wi-Fi indicator light is green printer does not print
WPA passphrase locating