Lexmark P200 Series User's Manual
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1. If print quality is still not satisfactory replace the print cartridge For more information see Ordering supplies on page 21 Aligning the print cartridge The printer automatically aligns the print cartridge after the cartridge is installed Make sure that you have loaded photo paper in the printer You may also align the print cartridge from the computer 1 Load photo paper 2 Open the Solution Center Maintaining the printer 19 3 4 From the Maintenance tab click Align to fix blurry edges Click Print If you aligned the cartridge to improve print quality print your document again If print quality has not improved clean the print cartridge nozzles Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles 1 2 3 4 Load photo paper Open the Solution Center See Using the Solution Center on page 9 From the Maintenance tab click Clean to fix horizontal streaks Click Print A page prints forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them 5 Print the document again to verify that the print quality has improved 6 If print quality has not improved try cleaning the nozzles up to two more times Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 1 2 3 O On A uU Remove the print cartridge Dampen a clean lint free cloth with water Gently hold the cloth against the print cartridge nozzles for about three seconds and then wipe in the direction shown Using another clean section of the cloth2. gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds and then wipe in the direction shown With another clean section of the cloth repeat step 3 and step 4 Let the nozzles and contacts dry completely Reinsert the print cartridge Print the photo again If print quality does not improve clean the print nozzles For more information see Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles on page 20 Maintaining the printer 20 10 Repeat Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles on page 20 up to two more times 11 If print quality is still not satisfactory replace the print cartridge Preserving the print cartridge Keep a new print cartridge in its packaging until you are ready to install it e Donotremovea cartridge from the printer except to replace clean or store itin an airtight container The cartridge does not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period of time Ordering supplies Part number Lexmark color print cartridge 45 USB cable 1021294 Notes For best results use Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper e Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper Paper Paper size Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper e 4x 6in e 10x15cm e L Lexmark Photo Paper e 4x6in e 10x15cm Note Availability may vary by country or region J Recycling Lexmark products To return Lexmark products to Lexmark
3. computer screen Cartridge Alert The print cartridge needs to be replaced soon The Cartridge Alert warning occurs when a cartridge is 25 percent full 15 percent full and five percent full Replace the print cartridge with a new cartridge For more information see Removing a used print cartridge on page 17 and Installing the print cartridge on page 17 To order supplies click Order Ink on your computer screen You can also see Ordering supplies on page 21 in this guide Paper Jam For more information see Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting on page 26 Out of Paper The printer is out of paper in the middle of a print job The button on the printer blinks 1 Load paper For more information see Loading paper on page 12 2 Press the blinking button on the printer Cartridge Stall 1 Open the access cover 2 Make sure There are no objects blocking the path of the print cartridge carrier The cartridge carrier lid is snapped into place 3 Close the access cover Troubleshooting 27 4 Press 5 Print again Removing and reinstalling the software If the printer is not functioning properly or if a communications error message appears when you try to use the printer you may need to remove and reinstall the printer software Click Start gt Programs or All Programs gt P200 Series Select Uninstall Follow the instructions on the computer screen to remove the printer software 1 2 3 4 Resta
4. digital camera using PictBridge 23 photo does not print 24 power button is not lit 22 software does not install 22 software Print Properties 9 10 15 removing and reinstalling 28 Solution Center 9 using 9 software does not install 22 Solution Center Advanced tab 10 Maintenance tab 9 opening 9 Printer Status dialog 9 Troubleshooting tab 9 using 9 supplies ordering 21 T Troubleshooting tab 9 troubleshooting device device cannot be inserted 26 nothing happens when device is inserted 26 troubleshooting error messages Cartridge Alert 27 Cartridge Stall 27 Out of Paper 27 paper jam 27 troubleshooting jams and misfeeds paper jam in paper support 26 paper jam in printer 26 troubleshooting print improving print quality 24 partial photo prints 26 print speed is slow 25 troubleshooting setup cannot print from digital camera using PictBridge 23 photo does not print 24 power button is not lit 22 software does not install 22 U USB port 8 using supported paper types 12 15 W wiping print cartridge nozzles and contacts 20 Index 35
5. for recycling 1 Visit our Web site at www lexmark com recycle 2 Follow the instructions on the computer screen Maintaining the printer 21 Troubleshooting e Setup troubleshooting on page 22 e Print troubleshooting on page 24 Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting on page 26 Device troubleshooting on page 26 e Error messages troubleshooting on page 27 Removing and reinstalling the software on page 28 Setup troubleshooting Power button is not lit Make sure you have disconnected the power supply cord from the printer and then from the wall outlet 1 Plug the cord all the way into the power supply port on the printer 2 Plug the cord into an electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using 3 Ifthe light is not on press Software does not install The following operating systems are supported Windows XP 32 bit Windows XP 64 bit SOLUTION 1 1 Close all open software applications Disable any anti virus programs Remove the printer software CD from the CD ROM drive Restart the computer When the desktop appears reinsert the printer software CD The CD icon is created on the desktop a uu AB WUN Follow the instructions on the computer screen to install the software Troubleshooting 22 SoLuTION 2 1 Remove the printer software CD 2 Restart the computer 3 When the desktop appears cancel all Found New Hardware windows 4 Reinsert the printer sof
6. in the printer box software User s Guide Description Where to find The User s Guide gives you instructions for using the printer When you install the printer software the User s Guide will and other information such as be installed Using the software 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs gt P200 Series Loading paper 2 Click User s Guide If the link to the User s Guide is not on your desktop follow these instructions 1 Insert the CD The installation screen appears Note If necessary click Start gt Run and then type D setup where D is the letter of your CD ROM drive 2 Click View User s Guide including Setup Troubleshooting 3 Click Yes An icon of the User s Guide appears on your desktop and the User s Guide appears on the screen Printing Working with photos Maintaining the printer Troubleshooting problems with setup printing paper jams and misfeeds Where to find The Help gives you instructions for using the software if your While in any printer software program click Help Tips printer connects to a computer 7 Help or Help gt Help Topics Solution Center Description Where to find The Solution Center software is included on your CD It To access the Solution Center installs with the other software if your printer connects to 4 Click Start gt Programs or All Programs gt P200 a computer Series 2 Select Solution Center Finding info
7. product is scanning hard copy documents not applicable Ready The product is waiting for a print job 5 7 Power Saver The product is in energy saving mode 5 32 High Off The product is plugged into a wall outlet but the power switch is 0 56 turned off Low Off 1 W Off The product is plugged into a wall outlet the power switch is turned 0 56 off and the product is in the lowest possible power consumption mode Off The product is plugged into a wall outlet but the power switch is 10 56 1 turned off J The power consumption levels listed in the previous table represent time averaged measurements Instantaneous power draws may be substantially higher than the average Values are subject to change See www lexmark com for current values One hour Off mode This product is designed with an energy saving one hour Off mode This mode is automatically engaged after this product is not used for one hour Notices 32 Off mode If this product has an off mode which still consumes a small amount of power then to completely stop product power consumption disconnect the power supply cord from the wall outlet Total energy usage It is sometimes helpful to calculate the total product energy usage Since power consumption claims are provided in power units of Watts the power consumption should be multiplied by the time the product spends in each mode in order to calculate energy usage The total product energy usage is the
8. N 3 Remove and then reload paper For more information see Loading paper on page 12 Troubleshooting 24 SoLurioN 4 Check the ink level and install a new print cartridge if necessary For more information see Installing the print cartridge on page 17 SoLuTion 5 If the printer is connected to the computer through another device 1 Disconnect the USB cable from any other device such as a USB hub or switch box 2 Directly connect the cable to the printer and the computer SoLUTION 6 Press to turn the printer off Disconnect the power supply cord from the wall outlet Disconnect the other end of the power supply cord from the printer Reconnect the power supply cord to the printer Plug the power supply cord into the wall outlet a Ui A WN Press to turn the printer back on Print speed is slow SOLUTION 1 Close all programs on your computer that you are not using SoLuTION 2 Try minimizing the number and size of graphics and images in the document SOLUTION 3 Consider purchasing more Random Access Memory RAM for your computer SoLurioN 4 Remove as many unused fonts as possible from your system SoLuTion 5 1 From the software application click File Print 2 Click Properties Preferences Options or Setup 3 Click Quality Copies 4 From the Quality Speed area select Normal Troubleshooting 25 Partial photo prints The flash drive or Pictbridge enabled camera you inser
9. P200 Series User s Guide Safety information Use only the power supply and power supply cord provided with this product or the manufacturer s authorized replacement power supply and power supply cord Connect the power supply cord to an electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible Refer service or repairs other than those described in the user documentation to a professional service person This product is designed tested and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific manufacturer s components The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious The manufacturer is not responsible for the use of other replacement parts CAUTION SHOCK HAZARD Do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections such as the power supply cord or telephone during a lightning storm Contents Safety information 0000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000020 2 Finding information about the printer 5 Setting up the printer seeeceeeeeeceeeeesseeee eee eren nennen 6 Checking the Dox CHIE io TT 6 Learning about the printer eect ee eeeeeeeessssenenees 7 Understanding the parts or the pIDEOE ov rbd ore ii RRR RRN 7 Learning about the software eese 9 Using the Solution C BDbESE so vemepEh ertt pP m ERAN CA D Yr OR PR ERR eerie 9 Using Print PrOBOFEIBS a apio kd bte ra elt D DU e nO DEOR Uli bir bts e
10. am in paper support 26 paper jam in printer 26 Paper Setup tab changing orientation 11 changing paper size 11 paper sizes specifying 11 paper support 7 paper loading 12 paper using supported types 12 15 partial photo prints 26 parts access cover 7 handle 7 light 7 paper exit tray 7 paper guide 7 paper support 7 PictBridge port 7 power button 7 power supply port 8 USB port 8 photo does not print 24 photos printing using Bluetooth 16 printing using Print Properties 15 printing using the computer 15 PictBridge port 7 PictBridge enabled camera connecting 14 portrait orientation selecting 11 power button 7 power button is notlit 22 power supply port 8 preserving print cartridge 21 print cartridge aligning 19 cleaning 20 installing 17 preserving 21 removing 17 print cartridge nozzles and contacts wiping 20 print cartridge nozzles cleaning 20 Print Properties opening 9 10 Options menu 10 Paper Setup tab 11 Quality Copies tab 11 Save Settings menu 10 tabs 11 print quality improving 19 24 print speed is slow 25 print troubleshooting improving print quality 24 partial photo prints 26 print speed is slow 25 printer software reinstalling 28 removing 28 using 9 Printer Status dialog 9 printing photos using Print Properties 15 photos using the computer 15 publications finding 5 Q Quality Copies tab 11 R removing print cartridge 17 S safety information 2 setup troubleshooting cannot print from
11. aper is not used or damaged Do not force paper into the printer 1 Move the paper guide to the left edge of the paper support 2 Loadthe paper vertically against the right side of the paper support and gently release the paper guide Using supported paper types You can use the following paper types with your printer Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper Lexmark Photo Paper Photo glossy paper Notes For best results use Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper Your printer supports the following paper sizes e A6 card 4 1 x 5 8 inches 105 x 148 mm Hagaki postcard 3 9 x 5 8 inches 100 x 148 mm e 3 5 x5 inches 8 89 x 12 7 cm e 4x6 inches e 4x8 inches e 10x 15cm 10x20cm L photo 89 x 127 mm Note Do not load more than 25 sheets into the paper support Loading paper 12 Connecting photo storage devices Inserting a flash drive A flash drive can be used to store photos taken using a digital camera or camera phone The printer reads images stored on a flash drive 1 Insert a flash drive into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer Note An adapter may be necessary if your flash drive does not fit directly into the port 2 Wait for the printer to read the flash drive 3 Usethe software application on your computer to print the photos Connecting photo s
12. bout the printer 7 1 Power supply port Connect the printer to a power source using the power supply 1 Plug the cord all the way into the power supply port on the printer 2 Plug the cord into an electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using 3 If the light is not on press 2 USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable Learning about the printer 8 Learning about the software The printer software can be accessed only from a computer For more information on setting up the printer with a computer see the Setup sheet that came with the product Opening the software The Solution Center Find troubleshooting and maintenance From the desktop information 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs P200 Series 2 Select Solution Center Select the best print settings for the 1 With a photo open in a program photo you are printing using a dick File Print computer 2 From the Print dialog click Properties Preferences Options or Setup po Using the Solution Center The Solution Center provides help as well as information about the printer status and ink level To open the Solution Center 1 Click Start gt Programs or All Programs gt P200 Series 2 Select Solution Center The Solution Center consists of the following tabs From this tab You can Printer Status Main dialog View the status of the print
13. ctions that came with the paper Select Photo as the print quality Note To prevent smudging or scratching avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects For best results remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray and allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking displaying or storing If the photo still does not have the print quality you want follow these steps 1 Align the print cartridge For more information see Aligning the print cartridge on page 19 If print quality has not improved continue to step 2 2 Clean the print cartridge nozzles For more information see Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles on page 20 If print quality has not improved continue to step 3 3 Remove and reinsert the print cartridge For more information see Removing a used print cartridge on page 17 and Installing the print cartridge on page 17 If print quality has not improved continue to step 4 4 Wipe the print cartridge nozzles and contacts For more information see Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts on page 20 If print quality is still not satisfactory replace the print cartridge For more information see Ordering supplies on page 21 Photo does not print SOLUTION 1 If an error message is displayed see Error messages troubleshooting on page 27 SoLuTION 2 If the light is not on see Power button is not lit on page 22 SOLUTIO
14. een tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The FCC Class B limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult your point of purchase or service representative for additional suggestions The manufacturer is not responsible for radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables or by unauthorized chang
15. er For example while printing the status ofthe printeris Busy Printing View the ink level of the print cartridge Troubleshooting Learn tips about the current status Sum Solve printer problems AN Troubleshooting Maintenance Install the print cartridge Print a test page Clean to fix horizontal streaks r Align to fix blurry edges Troubleshoot other ink problems Learning about the software 9 From this tab Advanced Change the appearance of the Printing Status window Turn printing voice notification on or off Advanced Change the network printing settings Obtain software version information M Note For more information click Help in the lower right corner of the screen Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to a computer You can change the settings in Print Properties based on the type of project you want to create You can open Print Properties from almost any program 1 With a document open click File Print 2 From the Print dialog click Properties Preferences Options or Setup P200 Series Save Settings v Options 7 i Quality Speed Paper Type Quality Copies Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Photo Lexmark Photo Paper Photo Glossy Lexmark Perfect Paper Setup si 4x6 Borderless E Multiple Copies 323 Portra
16. es or modifications to this equipment Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Note To assure compliance with FCC regulations on electromagnetic interference for a Class B computing device use a properly shielded and grounded cable such as Lexmark part number 1021294 for USB attach Use of a substitute cable not properly shielded and grounded may result in a violation of FCC regulations Any questions regarding this compliance information statement should be directed to Director of Lexmark Technology amp Services Lexmark International Inc 740 West New Circle Road Lexington KY 40550 859 232 3000 Notices 30 Industry Canada compliance statement This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Standard ICES 003 Avis de conformit aux normes de l industrie du Canada Cet appareil num rique de classe B est conforme aux exigences de la norme canadienne relative aux quipements pouvant causer des interf rences NMB 003 European Community EC directives conformity This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EC Council directives 89 336 EEC and 73 23 EEC on the approximation and harmonization ofthe laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and safety of electrical equipmentdesigned for use within certain voltage limits A declaration of conformity with the requirements
17. h the paper For more information see Loading paper on page 12 From the computer software application click File Print Click Properties Preferences Options or Setup From the Quality Copies tab select Photo From the Paper Type menu select a paper type From the Paper Setup tab select the paper size and the orientation of the photo Click OK O N AO Uu FF W N Click OK or Print Note To prevent smudging or scratching avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects For best results remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray and allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking displaying or storing Printing photos 15 Printing photos using Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless technology that lets compatible products send and receive communication The printer communicates with Bluetooth enabled devices through a Universal Serial Bus USB Bluetooth adapter which is sold separately You can print photos from a Bluetooth enabled device such as a camera phone using a USB Bluetooth adapter 1 Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you If you are not sure which side is the printable side see the instructions that came with the paper For more information see Loading paper on page 12 2 Insert a USB Bluetooth adapter into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer Note Bluetooth adapter sold separately 3 To print photos fro
18. it Print Last Page First Cancel Help Using the Save Settings menu From the Save Settings menu you can name and save the current Print Properties settings for future use You can save up to five custom settings Using the Options menu Use the Options menu to make changes to the Quality Options and Printing Status Options settings For more information on these settings open the tab dialog from the menu and then click the Help button on the dialog The Options menu also provides direct links to different parts of the Solution Center as well as software version information Learning about the software 10 Using the Print Properties tabs All of the print settings are on the two main tabs of the Print Properties software Quality Copies and Paper Setup Tab Quality Copies Options Select a Quality Speed setting Select a Paper Type Customize how the printer prints several copies of a single print job collated normal or last page first Choose Automatic Image Sharpening Paper Setup Specify the size of paper loaded Select the orientation of the document on the printed page portrait or landscape Learning about the software 11 Loading paper Loading paper Notes Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you If you are not sure which side is the printable side see the instructions that came with the paper Make sure the p
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20. m your Bluetooth enabled device see the documentation that came with the product Note To prevent smudging or scratching avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects For best results remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray and allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking displaying or storing Printing photos 16 Maintaining the printer Changing the print cartridge Removing a used print cartridge 1 2 Make sure the printer is on Open the access cover The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position unless the printer is busy Press down on the cartridge carrier lid to open the cartridge carrier i E Remove the used print cartridge If the cartridge you removed is not empty and you want to use it later see Preserving the print cartridge on page 21 5 Close the cartridge carrier 6 Close the access cover Installing the print cartridge 1 If you are installing a new print cartridge remove the sticker and tape from the back and bottom of the cartridge Warning Potential Damage Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the bottom of the cartridge Maintaining the printer 17 2 Open the access cover The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position unless the printer is busy 3 Press down on the cartridge carrier lid to open the cartridge carrier i a
21. mp Note If a cartridge is present remove it 4 Insert the cartridge 5 Close the cartridge carrier 6 Close the access cover Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges Your printer Lexmark print cartridges and Lexmark photo paper are designed to perform together for superior print quality If youreceivean Out of Original Lexmark Ink message the original Lexmark ink in the indicated cartridge s has been depleted If you believe you purchased a new genuine Lexmark print cartridge but the Out of Original Lexmark Ink message appears 1 Click Learn More on the message 2 Click Report a non Lexmark print cartridge To prevent the message from appearing again for the indicated cartridge s Replace your cartridge s with new Lexmark print cartridge s e f you are printing from a computer click Learn more on the message select the check box and click Close Your printer warranty does not cover damage caused by non Lexmark ink or print cartridges Maintaining the printer 18 Refilling a print cartridge The warranty does not cover repair of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge Lexmark does not recommend use of a refilled cartridge Refilling a cartridge can affect print quality and may cause damage to the printer For best results use Lexmark supplies Achieving better print quality Improving print quality If you are not satisfied with the print quality of a photo make sure you e Usethe appr
22. of the directives has been signed by the Director of Manufacturing and Technical Support Lexmark International Inc S A Boigny France This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN 55022 and safety requirements of EN 60950 Noise emission levels The following measurements were made in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in conformance with ISO 9296 Note Some modes may not apply to your product 1 meter average sound pressure dBA Printing 37 Scanning not applicable Copying not applicable Ready Inaudible J Values are subject to change See www lexmark com for current values Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE directive Notices 31 The WEEE logo signifies specific recycling programs and procedures for electronic products in countries of the European Union We encourage the recycling of our products If you have further questions about recycling options please contact the place where you bought your printer ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR Power consumption Product power consumption The following table documents the power consumption characteristics of the product Note Some modes may not apply to your product Description Power consumption Watts Printing The product is generating hard copy output from electronic inputs 9 7 Copying The product is generating hard copy output from hard copy original not applicable documents Scanning The
23. opriate paper for the photo For best results use Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper Note Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper Load the paper with the glossy or printable side facing you If you are not sure which side is the printable side see the instructions that came with the paper Select Photo as the print quality Note To prevent smudging or scratching avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects For best results remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray and allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking displaying or storing If the photo still does not have the print quality you want follow these steps 1 Align the print cartridge For more information see Aligning the print cartridge on page 19 If print quality has not improved continue to step 2 2 Clean the print cartridge nozzles For more information see Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles on page 20 If print quality has not improved continue to step 3 3 Remove and reinsert the print cartridge For more information see Removing a used print cartridge on page 17 and Installing the print cartridge on page 17 If print quality has not improved continue to step 4 4 Wipe the print cartridge nozzles and contacts For more information see Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts on page 20
24. rmation about the printer 5 Setting up the printer The printer can be used as a stand alone product or with a connection to a computer To set up the printer see the Setup sheet that came with the product Checking the box contents Name Description 1 Color print cartridge Cartridge to be installed in the printer 2 Power supply Attaches to the power supply port located at the back of the printer 3 Installation software CD e Installation software for the printer Help User s Guide in electronic format 4 Setup sheet Instructions on setting up printer hardware and software and information on setup troubleshooting Note USB cable sold separately Setting up the printer 6 Learning about the printer Understanding the parts of the printer Use the To 1 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding 2 Papersupport Load paper 3 Handle Carry the printer 4 Turn the printer on or off 5 Access cover Access the print cartridge 6 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits 7 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge enabled digital camera a flash drive or a Bluetooth adapter to the printer Note Bluetooth adapter sold separately 8 Light Determine if the print cartridge needs replacement The light comes on once the cartridge is 10 percent full It remains on until the cartridge is replaced with a new cartridge a Learning a
25. rt the computer before reinstalling the printer software 5 Click Cancel on all New Hardware Found screens 6 Insert the CD and then follow the instructions on the computer screen to reinstall the software Troubleshooting 28 Notices Product name P200 Series Machine type 4303 012 Edition notice August 2006 The following paragraph does not apply to any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL INC PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Some states do not allow disclaimer of express or implied warranties in certain transactions therefore this statement may not apply to you This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to the information herein these changes will be incorporated in later editions Improvements or changes in the products or the programs described may be made at any time References in this publication to products programs or services do notimply that the manufacturer intends to make these available in all countries in which it operates Any reference to a product program or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product program or service may be used Any functionally equivalent product program or service
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27. succsscsueensesneensess 17 Installing the print Cartridge csssssssssssssssssssssssssssesssssscsssssseesssssesssssscesscsscssscssssssesucssscsucsssesucessessessessucesessucssessueesessueessesseeseess 17 Using genuine Lexmark print Cartridges ssssscisssissesssosssvsdscussoessocesveesavansesssvessevibasasevbvavivsncssbeassesatsssvenipivavenlouves baeo 18 Refilling a print Carte asas appe ER DR aperui d menisin eR On arf ER MAR IUXKU DHT 19 Achieving better print euality iscaonu oat ds ird br REM U et tdg DAR Rn aR S tbid 19 Contents 3 Improving print qualityc oce eterne teret peete rete ette treten eee dr peperere Mee a i deae Aligning the print cartridQe s oerte eater a n RE RE ee aene ge eee verto eve ge secte vere ere eed Cleaning the printcartridge nozzles ettet he RESRER RE R ERR RE RHONE e Pee Deb Deed Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts Preserving the print cartridge Ordering suppliBs uote Nen pde Usa ne manta ei Sa oe n DUNG p YR RONDE Recycling lexmark DFOQOUCES oot rto peius dde d doc ra eia ioo alle etes 21 TF OUDISS gore g o PERMET 22 SetuptroubleshootfiGlsaoaenaminedac irin nN ihm cadavera Edo dS Sven tx RR 22 Power buttons Tiot lit ROS tette totu nete UR RR EAE RP dias 22 Software GOSS MOT installierte tente ie e lee ne ei rele eere EEA Ee PENNE ERES eren 22 Cannot print from a digital camera using PictBridge ssssessssescseeccsesececssccesseesssccessecesnscessseesueecessces
28. sum of each mode s energy usage Notices 33 Index A access cover 7 Advanced tab 10 aligning print cartridge 19 Bluetooth adapter inserting 16 printing 16 box contents 6 C cannot print from digital camera using PictBridge 23 Cartridge Alert 27 cartridge nozzles and contacts print wiping 20 Cartridge Stall 27 cartridge print aligning 19 cleaning 20 installing 17 preserving 21 removing 17 cleaning print cartridge nozzles 20 contents box 6 D device cannot be inserted 26 device troubleshooting device cannot be inserted 26 nothing happens when device is inserted 26 emission notices 30 31 error messages troubleshooting Cartridge Alert 27 Cartridge Stall 27 Out of Paper 27 paper jam 27 F FCC notices 30 finding information 5 publications 5 flash drive inserting 13 H handle 7 improving print quality 19 24 information finding 5 inserting Bluetooth adapter 16 flash drives 13 installing print cartridge 17 printer software 28 J jams and misfeeds troubleshooting paper jam in paper support 26 paper jam in printer 26 L landscape orientation selecting 11 light 7 loading paper 12 Maintenance tab 9 N noise emission levels 31 nothing happens when device is inserted 26 notices 30 31 32 33 O ordering supplies 21 orientation changing landscape 11 portrait 11 Out of Paper 27 Index 34 P paper exit tray 7 paper guide 7 paperjam 27 paper j
29. ted is empty or contains files that cannot be read by the printer SOLUTION 1 Use another flash drive or Pictbridge enabled camera SOLUTION 2 Make sure the paper size being used matches the size you selected Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting Paper jam in the printer 1 Firmly grasp the paper and gently pull it out 2 Press 3 Print again Paper jam in the paper support 1 Firmly grasp the paper and gently pull it out 2 Press 3 Print again Device troubleshooting Device cannot be inserted Make sure that the type of flash drive camera cable or Bluetooth adapter you are using can be used with the printer For more information see Connecting photo storage devices on page 13 Nothing happens when a device is inserted SOLUTION 1 Remove and reinsert the flash drive USB camera cable or Bluetooth adapter quickly SoLuTION 2 For more information see Connecting photo storage devices on page 13 Troubleshooting 26 SOLUTION 3 Check that there is no obvious damage to the flash drive PictBridge enabled camera or Bluetooth adapter SoLuTION 4 Check the cable connections 1 Check the USB cable for any obvious damage 2 Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer 3 Firmly plug the rectangular end of the USB cable into the USB port of the computer The USB port is marked with the e amp USB symbol Error messages troubleshooting These messages appear on your
30. that does not infringe any existing intellectual property right may be used instead Evaluation and verification of operation in conjunction with other products programs or services except those expressly designated by the manufacturer are the user s responsibility 2006 Lexmark International Inc All rights reserved UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RIGHTS This software and any accompanying documentation provided under this agreement are commercial computer software and documentation developed exclusively at private expense Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International Inc registered in the United States and or other countries All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Notices 29 Conventions Note A note identifies something that could help you Warning Potential Damage A warning identifies something that could damage your product hardware or software A CAUTION POTENTIAL INJURY A caution identifies something that could cause you harm G9 CAUTION DO NOT TOUCH This type of caution indicates that you should not touch the marked area A CAUTION HOT SURFACE This type of caution indicates a hot surface A CAUTION SHOCK HAZARD This type of caution indicates a shock hazard A CAUTION TIPPING HAZARD This type of caution indicates a tipping hazard Federal Communications Commission FCC compliance information statement This product has b
31. torage devices 13 Connecting a PictBridge enabled digital camera PictBridge is a technology available in most digital cameras that lets you print directly from your digital camera without using a computer You can connect a PictBridge enabled digital camera to the printer and use the camera to control printing photos 1 Insert one end of the USB cable into the camera Note Use only the USB cable that came with the camera 2 Insert the other end of the cable into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer Note Make sure the PictBridge enabled digital camera is set to the correct USB mode For more information see the camera documentation 3 Usethe camera to control printing photos For more information see the instructions in the camera documentation Connecting photo storage devices 14 Printing photos You can use the following paper types with your printer Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper Lexmark Photo Paper Photo glossy paper Notes For best results use Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper Printing photos using Print Properties From a Windows program you can use Print Properties to print photos stored on your computer 1 Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you If you are not sure which side is the printable side see the instructions that came wit
32. tware CD 5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen SoLurioN 3 1 Check the USB cable for any obvious damage 2 Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer 3 Firmly plug the rectangular end of the USB cable into the USB port of the computer The USB port is marked with the gt USB symbol SoLurioN 4 1 Disconnect the USB cable from any other device such as a USB hub or switch box 2 Directly connect the cable to the printer and the computer Cannot print from a digital camera using PictBridge SOLUTION 1 Enable PictBridge printing on the camera by selecting the correct USB mode For more information see the digital camera documentation SoLuTION 2 1 Disconnect the camera 2 Connect a PictBridge enabled digital camera to the PictBridge port See the digital camera documentation to determine whether it is PictBridge enabled SOLUTION 3 Use only the USB cable that came with the camera Troubleshooting 23 Print troubleshooting Improving print quality If you are not satisfied with the print quality of a photo make sure you e Usethe appropriate paper for the photo For best results use Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper Note Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper Load the paper with the glossy or printable side facing you If you are not sure which side is the printable side see the instru
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