Lexmark P350 Getting Started Guide

350 Series

Getting Started

May 2006 www.lexmark.com

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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 Lexmark components. The safety

features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark 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.

Safety information.............................................................................2

Finding information about the printer..........................................5

Setting up the printer........................................................................9

Aligning the print cartridge for better print quality..................................................................................................9

Checking the box contents................................................................................................................................................9

Learning about the printer.............................................................11

Understanding the parts of the printer.......................................................................................................................11

Using the control panel buttons....................................................................................................................................12

Using the control panel menus......................................................................................................................................13

Learning about the software.........................................................18

Loading paper...................................................................................19

Loading paper.......................................................................................................................................................................19

Using supported paper types.........................................................................................................................................19

Connecting photo storage devices..............................................20

Inserting a memory card...................................................................................................................................................20

Inserting a flash drive.........................................................................................................................................................21

Connecting a PictBridge-enabled digital camera....................................................................................................22

Viewing photos.................................................................................23

Viewing a photo slideshow on the control panel display.....................................................................................23

Printing photos.................................................................................24

Printing photos using the control panel.....................................................................................................................24

Editing photos...................................................................................29

Cropping photos..................................................................................................................................................................29

Adjusting the brightness of photos..............................................................................................................................30

Enhancing photos automatically...................................................................................................................................31

Adding frames to photos..................................................................................................................................................32

Using color effects on photos.........................................................................................................................................33

Contents

Transferring photos.........................................................................34

Transferring photos from a memory device to a computer................................................................................34

Transferring photos from a memory card to a flash drive....................................................................................34

Using Bluetooth technology..........................................................35

Setting the Bluetooth mode............................................................................................................................................35

Printing using Bluetooth...................................................................................................................................................35

Troubleshooting...............................................................................37

Setup troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................37

Print troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................................39

Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting............................................................................................................................41

Device troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................................42

Error messages troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................43

Removing and reinstalling the software.....................................................................................................................45

Notices................................................................................................46

Index...................................................................................................51

Contents

Finding information about the printer

Setup

Description Where to find

The Setup sheet gives you instructions for setting up hardware and software.

Getting Started

Description Where to find

The Getting Started booklet gives you instructions for setting up hardware and software (on Windows operating systems) and some basic instructions for using the printer.

Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see the Mac Help:

sheet

Setup Solutions

You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

booklet

You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark

350 Series folder.

2 Double-click the printer Help icon.

The Setup Solutions booklet tells you how to solve printer setup problems.

Note: These documents do not ship with all printers. If you did not receive a Getting Started booklet or a Setup Solutions booklet, see the User's Guide instead.

Finding information about the printer

User's Guide

Description Where to find

The User's Guide gives you instructions for using the printer and other information such as:

• Using the software (on Windows operating systems)

• Loading paper

• Printing

• Working with photos

• Scanning (if supported by your printer)

• Making copies (if supported by your printer)

• Faxing (if supported by your printer)

• Maintaining the printer

• Connecting the printer to a network (if supported by

your printer)

• Troubleshooting problems with printing, copying,

scanning, faxing, paper jams, and misfeeds

Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see the Mac Help:

1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark

350 Series folder.

2 Double-click the printer Help icon.

When you install the printer software, the User's Guide will be installed.

1 Click Start  Programs or All Programs  Lexmark

350 Series.

2 Click User's Guide.

I f t h e l in k t o t h e User's Guide i s n ot o n y o ur d e sk t op , fo l l ow these instructions:

1 Insert the CD.

The installation screen appears.

Note: If necessary, click Start  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.

You can also find this document on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

Help

Description Where to find

The Help gives you instructions for using the software, if your printer connects to a computer.

While in any Lexmark software program, click Help, Tips  Help, or Help  Help Topics.

Lexmark Solution Center

Description Where to find

The Lexmark Solution Center software is included on your CD. It installs with the other software, if your printer connects to a computer.

To access the Lexmark Solution Center:

1 Click Start  Programs or All Programs  Lexmark

350 Series.

2 Select Lexmark Solution Center.

Finding information about the printer

Customer support

Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of world)

Telephone support

E-mail support

Call us at

• US: 1-800-332-4120

Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–11:00 PM EST)

Saturday (Noon–6:00 PM EST)

• Canada: 1-800-539-6275

Monday–Friday (9:00 AM–9:00 PM EST)

Saturday (Noon–6:00 PM EST)

• Mexico: 001-888-377-0063

Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–8:00 PM EST)

Note: Support numbers and times may change without notice. For the most recent phone numbers available, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your printer.

For e-mail support, visit our Web site:

www.lexmark.com.

1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. 2 Click Technical Support. 3 Select your printer family. 4 Select your printer model. 5 From the Support Tools section, click e-

Mail Support.

6 Complete the form, and then click Submit

Request.

Telephone numbers and support hours vary by country or region.

Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Select a country or region, and then select the Customer Support link.

Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer.

E-mail support varies by country or region, and may not be available in some instances.

Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Select a country or region, and then select the Customer Support link.

Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer.

Limited Warranty

Description Where to find (US) Where to find (rest of world)

Limited Warranty Information

Lexmark International, Inc. furnishes a limited warranty that this printer will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months after the original date of purchase.

To view the limitations and conditions of this limited warranty, see the Statement of Limited Warranty included with this printer, or set forth at

www.lexmark.com.

1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. 2 Click Warranty Information.

Warranty information varies by country or region. See the printed warranty that shipped with your printer.

3 From the Statement of Limited

Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers.

4 Scroll through the Web page to view

the warranty.

Finding information about the printer

Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when you contact us so that we may serve you faster:

• Machine Type number

• Serial number

• Date purchased

• Store where purchased

Finding information about the printer

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.

Aligning the print cartridge for better print quality

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 19.

Note: For best results, use the photo paper you intend to use for printing.

2 Press or repeatedly until Tools appears on the display.

3 Press .

4 Press or repeatedly until Maintenance appears.

5 Press .

6 Press or repeatedly until Align Cartridge appears.

7 Press .

An alignment page prints.

After you align the cartridge, print your photo again. If print quality has not improved, clean the print cartridge nozzles.

Checking the box contents

Name Description

Color print cartridge Cartridge to be installed in the printer

Power supply Attaches to the power supply port located at the back of the

printer

Setting up the printer

Name Description

Installation software CD

Getting Started or Setup Solutions booklet Printed booklet that serves as a guide

Setup Instructions sheet Instructions on setting up printer hardware and software, and

4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm) photo paper Paper for the printer

Note: USB cable sold separately

• Installation software for the printer

• Help

• User's Guide in electronic format

Note: The complete User's Guide can be found on the installation software CD that shipped with the printer.

information on setup troubleshooting

Setting up the printer

Learning about the printer

Understanding the parts of the printer

Use the To

Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding.

Paper support Load paper.

Handle Carry the printer.

Access cover Access the print cartridge.

Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits.

PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera, a flash drive, or a Bluetooth adapter to

the printer.

Note: Bluetooth adapter sold separately.

Memory card slots Insert memory cards.

Light Determine if the printer is reading a memory card. The light blinks while reading the

device.

Control panel Operate the printer.

Display View photos or menus, or check the status of the printer.

The display tilts for easy viewing.

Learning about the printer

Use the To

Power supply port Connect the printer to a power source using the power supply.

USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable.

Using the control panel buttons

Press To

Turn the printer on and off.

Apply red-eye reduction to the photo on the display when it is printed. An icon ap pears on the bottom of the display to indicate that red-eye reduction will be performed. Press again to cancel the

correction.

Start a color print job using the current settings.

Learning about the printer

Press To

• Navigate through menu selections of the main menu.

• Navigate through selections of a submenu.

• When viewing photos, navigate from one photo to another.

• In a menu, enter submenus and perform actions.

• Select a photo being viewed on the display. Press again to deselect the photo.

• Eject paper. (Press for three seconds.)

• Navigate through submenus of a menu.

• When previewing a photo, decrease the number of copies to be printed.

• Navigate through menu selections of the main menu.

• Navigate through selections of a submenu.

• When viewing photos, navigate from one photo to another.

• In a submenu, save the current selection, and return to the previous display.

• When viewing a photo slideshow, pause or stop the slideshow.

• When printing a photo or an alignment page, stop and cancel the job, and eject the paper.

• In the photo selection screen, bring up the Photo Edit Mode menu.

• In the Print Preview screen, bring up the Print Settings menu.

• Navigate through submenus of a menu.

• When previewing a photo, increase the number of copies to be printed.

Using the control panel menus

Using the View and Select menu

1 Insert a memory card or flash drive. For more information, see “Inserting a memory card” on page 20 or “Inserting

a flash drive” on page 21.

2 Press or repeatedly until View and Select appears on the display.

3 Press .

4 Follow the instructions on the display.

From here You can

View and Select

Print Preview See a preview of the photo/s to be printed.

• Select one or more photos for viewing and/or printing

• Select the number of copies to print.

Press

You can also press quality, paper type, and passport photo print settings.

to go to the Print Preview screen.

to adjust the print settings, including paper size, photo size, layout, print

Learning about the printer

Using the Print Photos menu

This menu allows you to select a group of photos for printing.

1 Insert a memory card or flash drive. For more information, see “Inserting a memory card” on page 20 or “Inserting

a flash drive” on page 21.

2 Press or repeatedly until Print Photos appears on the display.

3 Press .

From here You can

Print Camera Selections Print Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) selections. This option appears only when there

is a valid DPOF file on your memory card. For more information, see “Printing photos from a digital camera using DPOF” on page 27.

Print All N Photos Print all the photos on a memory device. N is the total number of images that will be

printed. You can select:

• Photo/s on Paper to view available paper sizes.

• Index Print to print an index page of photos. For more information, see “Printing an

index page of photos” on page 27.

• Copies Per Photo to select the number of copies to print per photo.

• Other Print Settings to choose a paper size, photo size, layout, print quality, and paper

type.

Print Photos by Date Print photos taken within certain dates. For more information, see “Printing photos by

date” on page 25.

Print Photo Range Select the first and last photos in a range to be printed. For more information, see “Printing

photos by range” on page 26.

Using the Transfer menu

You can transfer photos from a memory card to a flash drive or a computer (if the printer is attached to a computer). The photos on the memory card are retained.

1 Insert a memory card. For more information, see “Inserting a memory card” on page 20.

2 Press or repeatedly until Transfer appears on the display.

3 Press .

4 If you wish to transfer photos to a USB flash drive, insert the drive.

5 Press or to select either USB Flash Drive or Computer (if the printer is attached to a computer).

6 Press .

7 Follow the instructions on the printer display.

Learning about the printer

Using the Slideshow menu

The Slideshow menu lets you view the images stored on a memory card or flash drive.

1 Insert a memory card or flash drive. For more information, see “Inserting a memory card” on page 20 or “Inserting

a flash drive” on page 21.

2 Press or repeatedly until Slideshow appears on the display.

3 Press .

4 Press to continue.

Each photo is displayed for a few seconds.

5 If you want to move to the previous or next photo manually, press or .

6 Use any of the following buttons:

• Press to select a photo or photos to print after the slideshow.

• Press to pause the slideshow. Press again to stop the slideshow.

• Press to rotate the photo on the display.

When the slideshow is stopped, the photo or photos you selected for printing during the slideshow are displayed by pressing

Using the Tools menu

1 Press or repeatedly until Tools appears on the display.

2 Press .

From here You can

Device Defaults Select:

• Language to change the language setting.

• Country to set the default blank paper size and date format being used in your location.

• Power Save to set the length of time before the printer, if left unused, enters a low power

state. During Power Save, the display and backlight will be turned off. Press any button to restore power to the printer.

Print Settings Select a paper size, photo size, layout, print quality, and paper type.

Maintenance Select:

• View Ink Level to view a graphic representing the ink level in the print cartridge. For more

information, see “Viewing the ink level” in the “Maintaining the printer” chapter of the User's Guide on the CD.

• Clean Cartridge to clean the print cartridge nozzles. For more information, see “Cleaning the

print cartridge nozzles” in the “Maintaining the printer” chapter of the User's Guide on the CD.

• Align Cartridge to align the cartridge. For more information, see “Aligning the print cartridge

for better print quality” on page 9.

• Print Test Page to print a test page. For more information, see “Printing a test page” in the

“Maintaining the printer” chapter of the User's Guide on the CD.

• Reset Defaults to reset default settings to factory settings.

Learning about the printer

From here You can

Bluetooth Select:

• Bluetooth Enable to enable or disable Bluetooth communication. For more information, see

“Using Bluetooth technology” on page 35.

• Discovery Mode to turn the Discovery mode on or off. For more information, see “Using

Bluetooth technology” on page 35.

• Device Name to view the Device Name and the Universally Administered Address (UAA)

number automatically assigned to your Bluetooth-enabled device.

• Device Address to view the 48-bit address of your Bluetooth-enabled device.

Customize Select:

• Screen Saver to turn the screen saver function on after 30 seconds, on after one minute, or

off.

• Replace Screen Saver Photos to select up to four photos to use as screen savers.

• Hinting to turn hints on or off. Hints are messages on the control panel display that give more

information on the current selection.

Using the Photo Edit Mode menu

When you are viewing a photo, press to access the Photo Edit Mode menu.

From here You can

Brightness Adjust the brightness of a photo. For more information, see “Adjusting the brightness of

photos” on page 30.

Crop Crop a photo. For more information, see “Cropping photos” on page 29.

Auto Enhance Enhance a photo automatically. For more information, see “Enhancing photos automatically”

on page 31.

Red Eye Reduction Reduce the red-eye effect caused by light reflection.

Colorized Effect Select whether to print a photo in Black & White, Sepia, Antique Brown, or Antique Gray. For

more information, see “Using color effects on photos” on page 33.

Rotate Rotate a photo in 90-degree increments clockwise or counter-clockwise.

Frames Select a style and color to frame a photo. For more information, see “Adding frames to photos”

on page 32.

Using the PictBridge menu

The PictBridge default settings menu allows the selection of printer settings if no selections were specified on your digital camera beforehand. To make camera selections, see the camera documentation.

1 Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera. For more information, see “Connecting a PictBridge-enabled digital

camera” on page 22.

2 Press to access the PictBridge menu.

Learning about the printer

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