Lexmark 1500 SeriesUser GuideJune 2007 www.lexmark.com
A wireless network where each device communicates with others through a wireless access point (wireless router)is set up in infrastructure mode. All d
Paper jam in the duplex unit1 Push down on the duplex latch as you grasp the duplex unit.2 Pull out the duplex unit.3 Firmly grasp the paper, and gent
5 Press .6 On your computer, delete or stop the print job, and then try sending it again.Paper or specialty media misfeedsThese are the possible solu
Make sure the printer is set as the default printer and is not on hold or pausedTo set printer as default:1From the Finder desktop, choose Application
Cartridge carrier jamThese are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:Remove any obstructions in the cartridge carrier1 Lift the access
5 Snap the lids closed.6 Close the access cover.7 Press .Memory card reader and PictBridge troubleshootingMemory card cannot be insertedThere are pos
Make sure the USB cable is connected1 Check that the USB cable is connected to the computer. The USB port on the back of the computer is markedby the
Make sure you inserted a valid device into the PictBridge portOnly the following devices are recognized by the PictBridge port:• PictBridge-enabled di
3 Select your wireless printer, and then click Connect.4 Insert the memory card into the printer.Your photos are downloaded and displayed as thumbnail
6 Close the access cover.7 Wait for the light to stop blinking.The printer is reset to factory default settings.Troubleshooting108
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Networking the printerInstalling and configuring a printer for use on a network lets users at different computers print to a common printer.There are
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ENERGY STARPower consumptionProduct power consumptionThe following table documents the power consumption characteristics of the product.Note: Some mod
Total energy usageIt is sometimes helpful to calculate the total product energy usage. Since power consumption claims are providedin power units of Wa
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Installing the printer on a networkFollow the instructions for the networking method you want to use. Make sure the selected network is set up andwork
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Before you present this product for warranty service, remove all print cartridges, programs, data, and removablestorage media (unless directed otherwi
Glossaryad hoc modeA setting for a wireless device that lets it communicate directly with other wirelessdevices without an access point or routerad ho
IP (Internet Protocol) addressThe network address of a computer or printer. Each device on the network has its ownnetwork address. The address may be
switchA device similar to a network hub that can connect different networks togetherUAA (Universally Administered Address)An address assigned to a net
2 Select a printer from your local subnet or from a remote subnet.• If you want to select a particular printer on a remote subnet, type the IP address
5 Select XXXX Series <MAC:nnnnnn>, and then click Add.The Printer Browser closes, and the printer is displayed in the Printer List dialog.Note:
3 From Applications, double-click Internet Connect.4 From the toolbar, click AirPort.5 From the Network pop-up menu, click Create Network.6 Create a n
PrintingGetting startedLoading paper1 Make sure:• You use paper designed for inkjet printers.• If you are using photo, glossy, or heavyweight matte pa
• Card stock—A very thick paper used for printing sturdier items, such as greeting cards.• Iron-On transfer—A type of media that has a reverse image p
Loading labelsYou can load up to 25 sheets of labels at a time.1 Load labels with the print side facing you and the top of the sheet fed into the prin
Notes:• Transparencies with paper backing sheets are not recommended.• Transparencies require more drying time. Remove each transparency as it exits,
4 Feed the leading edge of the banner paper into the printer first.WFIIPRINTING5 Make sure:• The paper is loaded in the center of the paper support.•
Related topics:• “Using the Print dialog” on page 50• “Choosing compatible specialty paper types” on page 16Choosing a print quality1 With a document
Related topics:• “Loading paper” on page 16• “Using the Print dialog” on page 50Printing photos1 Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side fa
d Choose an orientation.e Click OK.3 Customize the settings as needed in the Print dialog.a With a photo open, choose File Print.b From the Printer
Printing envelopes1 Load envelopes.Notes:• Do not load envelopes with holes, perforations, cutouts, deep embossing, metal clasps, metal folding bars,s
Note: To prevent smudging, remove each iron-on transfer as it exits, and let it dry before stacking.Related topics:• “Using the Page Setup dialog” on
6 Customize the settings in the Page Setup dialog.a With your document open, choose File Page Setup.b From the Settings pop-up menu, choose Page Att
Assembling a booklet1 Flip the printed stack of papers over in the paper exit tray.2 Take the first bundle from the stack, fold it in half, and then s
Related topics:• “Using the Print dialog” on page 50Printing color images in black and whiteThis setting is available only if there is a black print c
• For Short-edged binding, pages are bound along the short edge of the page (left edge for landscape, topedge for portrait).126 Click Print.Related to
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6 From the third pop-up menu from the top, select the settings you want to adjust, and then adjust the settings.You can specify print quality, the num
Working with photosNotes:• For best results when printing photos or other high-quality images, use Lexmark Photo Paper or LexmarkPerfectFinish Photo P
Slots Memory card2• Compact Flash Type I and Type II• Microdrive2 Wait for the light located near the memory card slots on the printer to come on. The
Inserting a flash drive1 Insert the flash drive into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer.Note: An adapter may be necessary if your flash d
Removing a memory card or flash driveA memory card or a flash drive has to be properly removed from the printer to avoid corruption of the device or l
Transferring photos from a memory device to the computerTransferring photos from a memory device to the computer1 Insert a memory card or a flash driv
Printing photos from photo storage devicesPrinting photos from a memory card or flash driveNote: Make sure the printer is connected to the computer th
Using a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to control printing photosYou can connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to the printer, and use the bu
Related topics:• “Connecting a PictBridge-enabled digital camera” on page 34• “Printing photos from a digital camera using DPOF” on page 38• “Power li
Printing photos from the computerPrinting photos1 Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is th
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d Choose an orientation.e Click OK.3 Customize the settings as needed in the Print dialog.a With a photo open, choose File Print.b From the Printer
Printing color images in black and whiteThis setting is available only if there is a black print cartridge installed.1 Load paper.2 Customize the sett
Wait for the Network Card Reader dialog to appear.6 Select the images you want to save.7 Click Save.8 Choose the folder where you want the selected im
5 Click Save.6 Choose the folder where you want the selected photos to be saved.7 Click Save.8 When you are finished viewing and saving photos, click
Understanding the printerUnderstanding the printer partsChecking the box contents12312453WFIIPRINTING67Name Description1Power supply cord Fits into th
Understanding the parts of the printerWFIIPRINTING123465789101112Use the To1• Turn the printer on and off.– If the printer is inactive for 30 minutes,
Use the To7Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status:• Off indicates that the printer is not turned on or that no wireless option is installed.• Orange– i
1234Use the To1Power supply Connect the printer to a power source using the power cord.1 Plug the power cord all the way into the power supply on the
4 Double-click the Install icon.5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.Using the World Wide Web:1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.
If you select Do thisAvailable printers A list of all available and shared printers appears inthe Printer Name window.a From the list of printers, cho
Safety informationUse only the power supply and power supply cord provided with this product or the manufacturer's authorizedreplacement power su
The Page Setup dialog appears.2 Adjust the settings.From here Choose ToSettings Page Attributes Choose a paper size, orientation, or scaling value for
The Print dialog appears.• For Mac OS X version 10.3:• For Mac OS X version 10.4 or later:2 From the Printer pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series.3 Change
From here Choose ToLayout Pages per Sheet Print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper.Layout Direction Specify the arrangement of multiple pages o
From here Choose ToCover PageNote: This option isavailable only in Mac OS Xversion 10.4 or later.Print Cover Page Choose any of these options:• None•
These buttons are at the bottom of the Print dialog:Click ToGo to the Help Center to find more information.Preview Get a full view of a photo, and see
Related topics:• “Using the Print dialog” on page 50• “Using the Utility” on page 56Using the Network Card ReaderWhen you have a memory device inserte
6 Choose whether to specify a PIN to be able to access your computer.Note: The PIN should be a combination of four digits from 1–9.7 Click Apply.These
3 From the third pop-up menu from the top, choose Printer Services.4 Click Lexmark 1500 Series Utility.The Utility has two tabs with different links u
Maintaining the printerPrint cartridgesInstalling print cartridges1 If you are installing new print cartridges, remove the sticker and tape from the b
5 Close the access cover.WFIIPRINTINGRelated topics:• “Aligning the print cartridges” on page 60• “Removing a used print cartridge” on page 59Removing
Networking the printerGeneral networkingNetworking overviewA network is a collection of devices such as computers, printers, Ethernet hubs, wireless a
4 Remove the used print cartridge.To recycle the used cartridge, see “Recycling Lexmark products” on page 67.If the cartridge you removed is not empty
Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts1 Remove the print cartridges.2 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.3 Gently hold the cloth agai
Preserving the print cartridges• Keep new cartridges in their packaging until you are ready to install them.• Do not remove a cartridge from the print
Check print cartridgesIf the document still does not have the print quality you want, follow these steps:1 Align the print cartridges. For more inform
To prevent the message from appearing again for the indicated cartridge(s):• Replace your cartridge(s) with new Lexmark print cartridge(s).• If you ar
Paper Paper sizeLexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper• Letter• A4• 4 x 6 in.• 10 x 15 cm• LNote: Availability may vary by country or region.For informatio
HelpDescription Where to findIf your printer connects to a computer, the Help gives youinstructions for using the printer and other information suchas
Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of world)E-mail supportFor e-mail support, visit our Web site:www.lexmark.com.1 Click CU
3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.Contacting Customer SupportHow do I contact Lexmark Customer Support?Call us at:• US: 1-800-332-4120M
TroubleshootingSetup troubleshootingPower button is not litThese are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:Press power buttonMake sure
Scenario 1: Laptop and printer connected wirelessly with Internet•A computer is connected to a wireless router by an Ethernet cable.• A laptop and a p
Load paperThe printer is out of paper. Load more paper to continue printing. For more information, see “Loading paper” onpage 16.Clear the paper jamCh
Make sure the paper size setting on the camera is supported by the printerUse only the following paper sizes when printing photos from your camera:• 3
Make sure the cable is not damaged or looseMake sure:• The USB cable is not damaged.• The light is on.For more information, see the related topic be
Printer does not appear in the Printer Selection dialogThe Printer Selection dialog appears in the Lexmark Setup Assistant during installation. If the
4 From the Default Browser tab, check under Connections whether the printer you like to be connected to is shared.If so, click the printer name.5 Clic
Make sure the cartridges are properly installedWith the front of the printer facing you, check for proper print cartridge installation. If you are usi
Check the ink levelsCheck the ink levels, and install new print cartridges if necessary.Remove tape on cartridges1 Remove the print cartridges.2 Make
Reinstall the software1 Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it. For more information, see “Removing and reinstalling thesoftware” on pa
3 From the Maintenance tab, check the ink levels of the cartridges.If an exclamation point (!) appears on a cartridge, the ink level is low. Install a
Are the cartridges low on ink?1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 1500 Series folder.2 Double-click the Lexmark 1500 Series Utility ic
Scenario 3: Computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly without Internet•A computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected wirelessly to a wire
Printer is configured correctly, but cannot be found on the networkMake sure:• The printer has power and the light is on.• The printer is within ran
Note: If more than one printer appears in the ”Select your printer” list, pick the printer with the MAC address thatmatches the address on the back of
3 Reinstall the internal print server.Warning: Wireless print servers are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch something metal such as theprint
Wireless printer is no longer workingThese are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:Check power• Make sure the printer power light is
Notes:• If you change network settings, change them on all the network devices before changing them for the wirelessaccess point (wireless router).• I
Notes:• Make sure you copy them down exactly, including any capital letters.• Store the SSID and the security keys in a safe place for future referenc
Move your computer and/or printerMove the computer and/or printer closer to the wireless access point (wireless router). Although the possible distanc
c If necessary, select Network Status in the Show pop-up menu.The AirPort status indicator should be green. Green means the port is active (turned on)
Check the installation cable1 Disconnect the installation cable, and check it for any obvious damage.2 Firmly plug the rectangular end of the USB cabl
e Click TCP/IP.• The IP address appears as four sets of numbers separated by periods, such as 192.168.0.100.• The "Router" entry is typicall
Printing a network setup pageA network setup page lists your printer's configuration settings, including the IP address and MAC address of thepri
5 Wait for the printer to turn on, and then release A.6 Close the access cover.7 Wait for the light to stop blinking.The internal wireless print ser
Ink levels seem to go down too quicklyThese are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:Are you printing photos or documents with a large
Review steps to improve print qualitySee “Improving print quality” on page 62.Remove sheets as they are printedTo avoid ink smudging when you are work
4 Choose an orientation.5 Click OK.Make sure paper size matches the printer setting1 From the software application, click File Page Setup.2 From the
To view the print size settings on your digital camera, see the documentation that came with your camera.Photo smudges or scratchesTo prevent photo sm
Printed characters are improperly formed or are not aligned correctlyThese are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:Align the print ca
4 From the Print Quality menu, select the appropriate print quality for the document:• Automatic—Default selection.• Quick Print—Best for text-only do
Adjust the application settings for the documentUse a different fill pattern in the application you are using to print the graphics. For more informat
Check the network connectionIf the printer and computer are connected over a network, make sure that the correct host and device arecommunicating. Sel
Check for paper jamsCheck for and clear any paper jams. For more information, see “Paper jam in the duplex unit” on page 100.Make sure the duplex unit
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