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X2620
User Guide
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Lexmark X2620, X2630, X2640, X2650, X2690 User Guide

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2600 Series User's Guide
2008 www.lexmark.com

Contents

Safety information.............................................................................7
Introduction........................................................................................8
Finding information about the printer...........................................................................................................................8
Setting up the printer......................................................................10
Bypassing security warnings during software installation...................................................................................10
Understanding the parts of the printer.......................................................................................................................15
Using the printer control panel......................................................................................................................................17
Understanding the printer software...........................................19
Installing printer software................................................................................................................................................19
Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only)............................................................................19
Using the Windows printer software............................................................................................................................20
Using the Macintosh printer software.........................................................................................................................21
Loading paper and original documents......................................23
Loading paper.......................................................................................................................................................................23
Loading various paper types...........................................................................................................................................23
Loading original documents on the scanner glass.................................................................................................26
Printing...............................................................................................28
Printing basic documents.................................................................................................................................................28
Printing a document......................................................................................................................................................................28
Printing Web pages........................................................................................................................................................................28
Printing multiple copies of a document.................................................................................................................................29
Collating printed copies............................................................................................................................................................... 29
Printing the last page first (reverse page order)..................................................................................................................30
Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up).......................................................................................................................30
Pausing print jobs...........................................................................................................................................................................31
Canceling print jobs.......................................................................................................................................................................32
Printing specialty documents.........................................................................................................................................33
Choosing compatible specialty paper types........................................................................................................................33
Printing photos using printer software ..................................................................................................................................33
Printing envelopes ......................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Printing labels ..................................................................................................................................................................................35
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Printing on custom-size paper...................................................................................................................................................36
Printing other specialty documents ........................................................................................................................................ 37
Saving and deleting print settings................................................................................................................................37
Copying...............................................................................................39
Making a copy.......................................................................................................................................................................39
Copying 4 x 6 photos.........................................................................................................................................................39
Scanning.............................................................................................40
Scanning original documents.........................................................................................................................................40
Faxing.................................................................................................42
Sending a fax.........................................................................................................................................................................42
Receiving a fax automatically..........................................................................................................................................42
Maintaining the printer...................................................................44
Maintaining print cartridges............................................................................................................................................44
Installing print cartridges.............................................................................................................................................................44
Removing used print cartridges................................................................................................................................................45
Refilling print cartridges...............................................................................................................................................................46
Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges................................................................................................................................ 46
Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts................................................................................................................46
Preserving the print cartridges.................................................................................................................................................. 47
Cleaning the scanner glass..............................................................................................................................................47
Cleaning the exterior of the printer..............................................................................................................................48
Ordering supplies................................................................................................................................................................48
Ordering print cartridges............................................................................................................................................................. 48
Ordering paper and other supplies..........................................................................................................................................49
Troubleshooting...............................................................................50
Using the printer troubleshooting software (Windows only).............................................................................50
Setup troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................50
Power button is not lit ..................................................................................................................................................................50
Software did not install.................................................................................................................................................................51
Page does not print........................................................................................................................................................................52
Removing and reinstalling the software................................................................................................................................54
Enabling the USB port in Windows.......................................................................................................................................... 55
Solving printer power problems...............................................................................................................................................56
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Notices................................................................................................57
Edition notice........................................................................................................................................................................57
European EC directives conformity statement for radio products....................................................................60
Power consumption...........................................................................................................................................................63
Index...................................................................................................68
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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.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Do not twist, bind, crush, or place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not subject the power cord to abrasion or stress. Do not pinch the power cord between objects such as furniture and walls. If the power cord is misused, a risk of fire or electrical shock results. Inspect the power cord regularly for signs of misuse. Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet before inspecting it.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Introduction

Finding information about the printer

Publications
See the For
Quick Setup sheet Initial setup instructions that came with the printer.
Printed Getting Started guide Additional setup instructions that came with the printer.
Note: Not all products come with printed publications.
Electronic User's Guide Complete instructions for using the printer. The electronic version installs
automatically with the printer software.
Customer support
Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of world)
Telephone 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 – Support in English: Monday–Friday
(8:00 AM–11:00 PM EST), Saturday (Noon–6:00 PM EST)
– Support in French: Monday–Friday
(9:00 AM–7:00 PM EST)
• Mexico: 01-800-253-9627 – Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–8:00 PM EST)
Note: Support numbers and times may change without notice. For the most recent telephone numbers available, see the printed warranty statement that came with your printer.
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 came with your printer.
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Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of world)
E-mail support
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.
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 came with your printer.
6 Complete the form, and then click
Submit Request.
Limited Warranty
Description Where to find (USA) 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 came 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.
Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when you contact customer support so that they may serve you faster:
• Machine Type number
• Serial number
• Date purchased
• Store where purchased
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Setting up the printer

Bypassing security warnings during software installation

Third-party applications, including antivirus, security, and firewall programs may alert you about the printer software being installed. For your printer to work properly, allow the printer software to be installed on your computer.

Setting up the printer as a copier only

Use the following instructions if you do not want to connect the printer to a computer.
Note: If you want to connect the printer to a computer, use the setup documentation and the printer software CD that came with the printer.
1 Unpack the printer.
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Print cartridges
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Note: Contents, such as the number of print cartridges, may vary.
Power cord
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Printer software CD
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Quick Setup sheet
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2 Remove all tape and packing material from all areas of the printer.
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3 Extend the paper exit tray, and then raise the paper support.
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4 Extend the paper guides.
5 Connect the power cord, and then make sure the power is on.
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6 Open the printer, and then press down on the levers.
7 Remove the tape from the black cartridge, insert the cartridge in the left carrier, and then close the black cartridge
carrier lid.
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8 Remove the tape from the color cartridge, insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and then close the color cartridge
carrier lid.
9 Close the printer, and then load paper.
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10 Press and hold the button for three seconds.
An alignment page prints.
11 Place the printed page on the scanner glass.
12 Press the button.
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13 Discard the alignment page.
Notes:
• The alignment page may differ from the one shown.
• Streaks on the alignment page are normal, and do not indicate a problem.

Understanding the parts of the printer

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Paper support Load paper.
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Printer control panel Operate the printer.
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Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits.
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Top cover Access the scanner glass.
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Paper feed guard Prevent small objects from falling inside the printer.
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Use the To
Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding.
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Scanner glass Copy, scan, fax, or remove an item.
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Scanner unit Access the print cartridges.
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Scanner support Hold up the scanner unit.
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Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge.
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Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source.
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USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable.
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Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB port except when plugging
in or removing a USB cable.
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Using the printer control panel

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Start a color copy of a document or photo.
Start a black-and-white copy of a document or photo.
Start a 4 x 6-inch color photo copy.
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Scan a document or photo to the computer.
Load or eject paper.
• Turn the printer on or off.
• Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress.
• Reset the printer.
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Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress.
Set the number of copies.
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The display Determine the number of copies to be printed.
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The light
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The light
• Determine if the color print cartridge needs to be replaced.
• Determine if the color print cartridge is missing or invalid.
• Determine if the black or photo print cartridge needs to be replaced.
• Determine if the black or photo print cartridge is missing or invalid.
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Understanding the printer software

Installing printer software

Using Windows
1 Close all open software programs.
2 Insert the printer software CD.
3 From the main installation screen, click Install.
4 Follow the instructions on the screens.
Using Macintosh
1 Close all open software applications.
2 Insert the printer software CD.
3 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer CD icon that automatically appears.
4 Double-click the Install icon.
5 Follow the instructions on the screens.
Using the World Wide Web
1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
2 From the home page, navigate through the menu selection, and then click Drivers & Downloads.
3 Choose the printer and the printer driver for your operating system.
4 Follow the instructions on the screens to download the driver and install the printer software.

Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only)

The XML Paper Specification (XPS) driver is an optional printer driver designed to make use of the advanced XPS color and graphics features that are available only for Windows Vista users. To use XPS features, you must install the XPS driver as an additional driver after you install the regular printer software.
Notes:
• Before installing the XPS driver, you must install the printer on your computer.
• Before installing the XPS driver, you must install the Microsoft QFE Patch and then extract the driver files from
the installation software CD. To install the patch, you must have administrator privileges on the computer.
To install the Microsoft QFE Patch and extract the driver:
1 Insert the installation software CD, and then click Cancel when the Setup Wizard appears.
2 Click Computer.
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3 Double-click the CD or DVD drive icon, and then double-click Drivers.
4 Double-click xps, and then double-click the setupxps file.
XPS driver files are copied to your computer, and any required Microsoft XPS files are launched. Follow the instructions on the screen to finish installing the patch.
To install the XPS driver:
1 Click Control Panel.
2 Under Hardware and Sound, click Printer, and then click Add a Printer.
3 From the Add Printer dialog, click Add a local printer.
4 From the “Use an existing port” drop-down menu, select Virtual printer port for USB, and then click Next.
5 Click Have disk.
The Install From Disk dialog appears.
6 Click Browse, and then navigate to the XPS driver files on your computer:
a Click Computer, and then double-click (C:).
b Double-click Drivers, and then double-click Printer.
c Double-click the folder that has your printer model number, and then double-click Drivers. d Double-click xps, and then click Open. e From the Install From Disk dialog, click OK.
7 Click Next on the two additional dialogs that appear.
For more information on the XPS driver, see the XPS readme file on the inst allatio n softw are CD. T he file is loc ated in the xps folder with the setupxps batch file (D:\Drivers\xps\readme).

Using the Windows printer software

When you set up the printer using the printer software CD, all the necessary software was installed. You may have chosen to install some additional programs. The following table provides an overview of various software programs and what they can help you do.
Note: Not all of these programs are available on all printers. For example, if you purchased a printer that does not scan or fax items, then the printer software will not support these functions.
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LexmarkTM Productivity Studio or Lexmark FastPics
Lexmark Fax Solutions Software
• Scan, copy, fax, e-mail, or print a photo or document.
• Transfer photos.
• Make photo greeting cards.
• Adjust settings for the printer.
• Send a fax.
• Receive a fax
• Add, edit, or delete contacts in the built-in phone book.
• Access the Lexmark Fax Setup Utility. Use the Lexmark Fax Setup Utility
to set the Speed Dial and Group Dial numbers, set Ringing and Answering, and print fax history and status reports.
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Printing Preferences
When you select File Print with a document open, a Printing Preferences dialog appears. The dialog lets you select options for the print job such as the following:
• Select the number of copies to be printed.
• Print two-sided copies.
• Select the paper type.
• Add a watermark.
• Enhance images.
• Save settings.
Lexmark Wireless Setup Utility
• Set up the wireless printer on a wireless network.
• Change the wireless settings of the printer.

Using the Macintosh printer software

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Print dialog Adjust the print settings and schedule print jobs.
Printer Services dialog
• Access the printer utility.
• Troubleshoot.
• Order ink or supplies.
• Contact Lexmark.
• Check the printer software version installed on the computer.
Applications are also installed with the printer software during installation. These applications are saved in the printer folder that appears on the Finder desktop after installation.
1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder.
2 Double-click the icon of the application that you want to use.
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Lexmark All-In-One Center
• Scan photos and documents.
• Customize settings for scan jobs.
Lexmark Fax Setup Utility
• Customize settings for fax jobs.
• Create and edit the Speed Dial list.
Lexmark Network Card Reader
• View the contents of a memory device inserted into a network printer.
• Transfer photos and documents from a memory device to the computer over
a network.
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