Lexmark X5410, X5435, X5450, X5470, X5490 User Guide

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X5400 Series User's Guide
2008 www.lexmark.com

Contents

Introduction......................................................................................11
Finding information about the printer........................................................................................................................11
Operating system notice...................................................................................................................................................14
Safety information...........................................................................15
Setting up the printer......................................................................16
Setting up the printer for standalone use..................................................................................................................17
Understanding the parts of the printer.......................................................................................................................24
Using the control panel................................................................................................................................................................ 25
Saving settings.................................................................................................................................................................................27
Installing the printer software........................................................................................................................................28
Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only)............................................................................28
Understanding the printer software.............................................................................................................................29
Turning printing voice notification on or off.............................................................................................................31
Security Information...........................................................................................................................................................32
General networking.........................................................................33
What is a network?..............................................................................................................................................................33
What you will need to set up the printer on an Ethernet network....................................................................33
Installing the printer on an Ethernet network..........................................................................................................33
Finding a printer/print server located on remote subnets...................................................................................34
Tips for using network adapters....................................................................................................................................34
Checking the port setting.................................................................................................................................................34
Configure network printers.............................................................................................................................................35
Printer does not appear in the list of printers found on the network..............................................................35
Check the Ethernet cable............................................................................................................................................................. 35
Make sure the power is on .......................................................................................................................................................... 35
Make sure that the network is operating properly............................................................................................................. 35
Make sure the print server has valid network settings ..................................................................................................... 36
Cannot print to the network printer.............................................................................................................................36
Check the Ethernet cable............................................................................................................................................................. 36
Make sure the power is on .......................................................................................................................................................... 36
Make sure that the network is operating properly............................................................................................................. 36
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Uninstall and reinstall the software .........................................................................................................................................36
Loading paper and original documents......................................37
Loading paper.......................................................................................................................................................................37
Using the automatic paper type sensor......................................................................................................................37
Loading envelopes..............................................................................................................................................................38
Loading labels.......................................................................................................................................................................38
Loading greeting cards, index cards, photo cards, and postcards....................................................................39
Loading transparencies.....................................................................................................................................................39
Loading iron-on transfers.................................................................................................................................................39
Loading custom-size paper.............................................................................................................................................40
Loading banner paper.......................................................................................................................................................40
Loading original documents into the Automatic Document Feeder...............................................................41
Loading original documents on the scanner glass.................................................................................................43
Printing...............................................................................................44
Printing basic documents.................................................................................................................................................44
Printing a document......................................................................................................................................................................44
Printing a Web page...................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Printing photos or images from a Web page ....................................................................................................................... 45
Printing multiple copies of a document.................................................................................................................................45
Printing on both sides of the paper .........................................................................................................................................46
Collating copies...............................................................................................................................................................................46
Printing the last page first (reverse page order)..................................................................................................................47
Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up).......................................................................................................................47
Pausing print jobs...........................................................................................................................................................................47
Canceling print jobs.......................................................................................................................................................................47
Printing specialty documents.........................................................................................................................................48
Choosing compatible specialty paper types ........................................................................................................................ 48
Printing envelopes ......................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Printing greeting cards, index cards, photo cards, and postcards................................................................................48
Printing a document as a poster ...............................................................................................................................................49
Printing an image as a poster.....................................................................................................................................................49
Printing a booklet........................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Assembling a booklet....................................................................................................................................................................50
Printing on custom-size paper...................................................................................................................................................51
Printing iron-on transfers............................................................................................................................................................. 51
Printing transparencies................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Printing a banner ............................................................................................................................................................................ 51
Saving and deleting print settings...........................................................................................................................................52
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Resetting printer software to factory default settings ......................................................................................................52
Resetting the printer to factory default settings................................................................................................................. 53
Working with photos.......................................................................54
Retrieving and managing photos..................................................................................................................................54
Transferring photos .......................................................................................................................................................................54
Changing the Lexmark Productivity Studio preferences.................................................................................................55
Cropping a photo ........................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Rotating a photo.............................................................................................................................................................................56
Changing the Resolution / Size of a photo............................................................................................................................ 56
Applying One-Click Auto Fixes to a photo ............................................................................................................................ 56
Reducing the red-eye effect in a photo.................................................................................................................................. 57
Blurring/Sharpening a photo ..................................................................................................................................................... 57
Enhancing a photo......................................................................................................................................................................... 57
Changing the Hue / Saturation of a photo............................................................................................................................58
Changing the Gamma Value of a photo or image.............................................................................................................. 58
Despeckling a photo...................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Changing the Brightness / Contrast settings of a photo.................................................................................................. 58
Applying a color effect to a photo............................................................................................................................................59
Changing the Exposure setting of a photo...........................................................................................................................59
Removing wavy patterns from scanned photos, magazines, or newspapers.......................................................... 59
Printing photos.....................................................................................................................................................................60
Printing photos from a CD or removable storage device using the computer........................................................60
Viewing / Printing photos from the Productivity Studio.................................................................................................. 60
Printing Photo Packages.............................................................................................................................................................. 61
Creating Photo Greeting Cards..................................................................................................................................................61
Creating and viewing a slideshow................................................................................................................................62
Copying...............................................................................................63
Making a copy.......................................................................................................................................................................63
Copying photos....................................................................................................................................................................63
Copying a photo using the computer.........................................................................................................................64
Adjusting copy quality.......................................................................................................................................................65
Making a copy lighter or darker.....................................................................................................................................65
Collating copies using the control panel....................................................................................................................65
Repeating an image on one page.................................................................................................................................66
Enlarging or reducing an image.....................................................................................................................................66
Understanding the Copy menu......................................................................................................................................67
Modifying the Copy settings...........................................................................................................................................68
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Scanning.............................................................................................69
Scanning a document........................................................................................................................................................69
Scanning a document using the computer...............................................................................................................69
Scanning text for editing..................................................................................................................................................70
Scanning images for editing............................................................................................................................................70
Scanning a photo to the Library....................................................................................................................................71
Scanning multiple photos at one time using the computer...............................................................................71
Creating a PDF from a scanned item............................................................................................................................72
Canceling a scan job...........................................................................................................................................................72
Customizing scan settings using the computer.......................................................................................................73
Understanding the Scan menu......................................................................................................................................74
Scanning to a computer over a network....................................................................................................................74
Saving a scanned image on the computer................................................................................................................75
Changing the Productivity Studio scan settings......................................................................................................75
Adding a file to an e-mail message...............................................................................................................................76
Adding a new scanned image to an e-mail message.............................................................................................76
Scanning documents or images for e-mailing..........................................................................................................76
Changing the Productivity Studio e-mail screen preferences............................................................................77
Maintaining the printer...................................................................78
Replacing print cartridges................................................................................................................................................78
Installing print cartridges.............................................................................................................................................................78
Removing a used print cartridge ..............................................................................................................................................79
Refilling print cartridges....................................................................................................................................................80
Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges.....................................................................................................................80
Aligning print cartridges...................................................................................................................................................81
Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles............................................................................................................................81
Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts.....................................................................................................82
Preserving the print cartridges.......................................................................................................................................83
Cleaning the scanner glass..............................................................................................................................................83
Cleaning the exterior of the printer..............................................................................................................................83
Ordering supplies................................................................................................................................................................84
Ordering print cartridges............................................................................................................................................................. 84
Ordering paper and other supplies..........................................................................................................................................84
Troubleshooting...............................................................................86
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Incorrect language appears on the display...........................................................................................................................86
Power button is not lit ..................................................................................................................................................................86
Software does not install.............................................................................................................................................................. 87
Page does not print........................................................................................................................................................................ 88
Solving printer communication problems............................................................................................................................89
Understanding Warning levels..................................................................................................................................................89
Removing and reinstalling the software................................................................................................................................90
Enabling the USB port................................................................................................................................................................... 90
Print troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................................91
Improving print quality ................................................................................................................................................................ 91
Poor text and graphic quality.....................................................................................................................................................92
Poor quality at the edges of the page..................................................................................................................................... 92
Print speed is slow.......................................................................................................................................................................... 93
Partial document or photo prints ............................................................................................................................................. 94
Photo smudges................................................................................................................................................................................ 94
Checking the print cartridges..................................................................................................................................................... 94
Ink levels seem incorrect.............................................................................................................................................................. 95
Ink levels seem to go down too quickly .................................................................................................................................95
A blank or incorrect page prints................................................................................................................................................95
Characters on printout are missing or unexpected ...........................................................................................................96
Colors on printout are faded or differ from colors on the screen................................................................................. 96
Copied item does not match the original item.................................................................................................................... 97
Glossy photo paper or transparencies stick together ....................................................................................................... 97
Page prints with different fonts.................................................................................................................................................98
Print is too dark or smudged......................................................................................................................................................98
Printed characters are improperly formed or are not aligned correctly..................................................................... 98
Printouts have alternating bands of light and dark print.................................................................................................99
Transparencies or photos contain white lines..................................................................................................................... 99
Vertical straight lines are not smooth...................................................................................................................................100
White lines appear in graphics or solid black areas .........................................................................................................100
Checking the printer status.......................................................................................................................................................101
Checking printer readiness .......................................................................................................................................................101
Settings are not saved.................................................................................................................................................................102
Checking the Spool Settings for banner printing.............................................................................................................102
Resolving font problems............................................................................................................................................................102
Printer is busy printing another job.......................................................................................................................................103
Ready or Busy Printing is listed as the status......................................................................................................................103
Printing a test page......................................................................................................................................................................103
Test page does not print............................................................................................................................................................104
Checking external devices.........................................................................................................................................................105
Removing an external print server.........................................................................................................................................105
Cable is not connected, is loose, or is damaged................................................................................................................105
Printer is plugged in but does not print...............................................................................................................................106
Printer is trying to print to File.................................................................................................................................................106
Printer cannot communicate with computers over peer-to-peer network ............................................................106
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Printer is not able to communicate with the computer.................................................................................................108
Problems when copying or scanning....................................................................................................................................108
Wrong printer is attached..........................................................................................................................................................108
Updating the printer software.................................................................................................................................................108
Bidirectional communication is not established...............................................................................................................109
Experiencing poor quality or incorrect output..................................................................................................................109
Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................110
How to clear and avoid paper jams........................................................................................................................................110
Paper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).....................................................................................................110
Paper jam in the printer..............................................................................................................................................................111
Paper jam in the paper support...............................................................................................................................................112
Paper or specialty media misfeeds.........................................................................................................................................112
Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media.........................................................................................113
Banner paper jams .......................................................................................................................................................................113
Paper continues to jam...............................................................................................................................................................114
Copy troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................................................114
Copier does not respond ...........................................................................................................................................................114
Scanner unit does not close......................................................................................................................................................114
Poor copy quality..........................................................................................................................................................................115
Partial document or photo copies..........................................................................................................................................116
Scan troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................116
Scanner does not respond ........................................................................................................................................................116
Scan was not successful .............................................................................................................................................................117
Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer............................................................................................................117
Poor scanned image quality .....................................................................................................................................................117
Partial document or photo scans............................................................................................................................................118
Cannot scan to a computer over a network........................................................................................................................118
Error messages on the printer display.......................................................................................................................119
Alignment Error.............................................................................................................................................................................119
Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F).........................................................................................................................119
Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low..................................................................................................................120
Clear Carrier Jam...........................................................................................................................................................................120
Cover Open.....................................................................................................................................................................................120
Error 1104 ........................................................................................................................................................................................120
Left Cartridge Error / Right Cartridge Error..........................................................................................................................121
Left Cartridge Incorrect / Right Cartridge Incorrect.........................................................................................................121
Right Cartridge Missing ..............................................................................................................................................................121
Photo size error. Photo must fit on page. ............................................................................................................................121
Error messages on the computer screen..................................................................................................................122
Clearing error messages.............................................................................................................................................................122
Print Cartridge Missing ...............................................................................................................................................................122
Communication not available..................................................................................................................................................122
General Printing Problem ..........................................................................................................................................................122
Ink Low .............................................................................................................................................................................................123
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Out of Memory...............................................................................................................................................................................123
Out of Paper....................................................................................................................................................................................123
Fixing a printing failure...............................................................................................................................................................123
Paper Jam ........................................................................................................................................................................................123
Multiple All-In-Ones found........................................................................................................................................................124
Color Cartridge replacement required..................................................................................................................................124
Notices..............................................................................................125
Product information.........................................................................................................................................................125
Edition notice.....................................................................................................................................................................125
Power consumption.........................................................................................................................................................127
Index.................................................................................................133
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Introduction

Finding information about the printer

Quick Setup
Description Where to find
The Quick Setup sheet gives you instructions for setting up hardware and software.
sheet
You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
User's Guide
Description Where to find
The User's Guide 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:
1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the
Lexmark X5400 Series folder.
2 Double-click the printer Help icon.
You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
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User's Guide: Comprehensive Version
Description Where to find
The User's Guide: Comprehensive Version 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
X5400 Series folder.
2 Double-click the printer Help icon.
When you install the printer software, the User's Guide: Comprehensive Version will be installed.
1 Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click .
In Windows XP and earlier, click Start.
2 Click Programs or All Programs Lexmark X5400
Series.
3 Click User's Guide.
If the link to the User's Guide i s no t on y o ur d es k to p , fo l lo w these instructions:
1 Insert the CD.
The installation screen appears.
Note: If necessary, click In Windows XP and earlier versions, click Start Run, and then type D:\setup, where D is the letter of your CD-ROM drive.
All Programs Run.
2 Click Documentation. 3 Click View User's Guide (including Setup
Troubleshooting).
4 Click Yes.
An icon of the User's Guide appears on your desktop, and the User's Guide: Comprehensive Version appears on the screen.
You can also find this document on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
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 Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click .
In Windows XP and earlier, click Start.
2 Click Programs or All Programs Lexmark X5400
Series.
3 Select Lexmark Solution Center.
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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 ET)
Saturday (Noon–6:00 PM ET)
Canada: 1-800-539-6275
English Monday–Friday (8:00 AM– 11:00 PM ET)
Saturday (Noon–6:00 PM ET)
French Monday–Friday (9:00 AM–7:00 PM ET)
Mexico: 01-800-253-9627
Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–8:00 PM ET)
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 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.
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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 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.
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

Operating system notice

All features and functions are operating system-dependent. For complete descriptions:
Windows users—See the User's Guide.
Macintosh users—If your product supports Macintosh, see the Mac Help installed with the printer software.
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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 a properly grounded 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.
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 use the fax feature during a lightning storm. 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.
Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to a professional service person.
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Setting up the printer

Checking the box contents

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Name Description
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Color print cartridge Cartridge to be installed into the printer
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Note: This printer comes with a color cartridge, which can
print in black and white as well, but to achieve optimum printing results, you can purchase a black cartridge and use it with the color cartridge.
Power cord Attaches to the power supply port located at the back of the
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printer
Quick Setup sheet Initial setup directions
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Installation software CD
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Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) exit tray Holds documents as they exit from the ADF
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Note: You may need to purchase a USB cable separately.
Installation software for the printer
User's Guide: Comprehensive Version in electronic format
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Setting up the printer for standalone use

1 Unpack the printer.
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Notes:
Place the printer near the computer during setup.
You may need to purchase a USB cable separately.
This printer comes with a color cartridge, which can print in black and white as well, but to achieve optimum
printing results, you can purchase a black cartridge and use it with the color cartridge.
2 Remove all tape and packing material from all areas of the printer.
3 Raise the paper support.
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4 Insert the back end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray.
5 Snap in the front end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray.
6 Raise the control panel.
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7 Extend the paper exit tray.
8 Extend the paper guides.
9 Load paper.
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10 Connect the power cord.
Note: Do not attach the USB cable yet.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Read the safety information included with this product before connecting
power or any cabling connections.
11 If the printer does not automatically turn on, press .
12 If prompted, set the language.
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a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the language that you want appears on
the display.
b Press to save.
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13 If prompted, set the country or region.
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2
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a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the country or region that you want
appears on the display.
b Press to save.
14 Open the printer.
15 Press down on the print cartridge carrier levers.
16 Open the color print cartridge foil, and then remove the cartridge from the pack.
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17 If a storage unit is included, remove the color cartridge from the storage unit.
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18 Remove the tape from the color cartridge.
19 Insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and close the color cartridge carrier lid.
20 If you are installing a black print cartridge, open the black cartridge foil, and remove the cartridge from the pack.
Note: This printer comes with a color cartridge only. You can purchase an optional black cartridge separately.
21 Remove the tape from the black cartridge.
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22 Insert the cartridge in the left cartridge carrier, and close the black cartridge carrier lid.
23 Close the printer.
24 Press .
An alignment page prints.
25 Discard or recycle the alignment page.
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Notes:
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Streaks on the alignment page are normal, and do not indicate a problem.
The alignment page may differ from the one shown.

Understanding the parts of the printer

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Use the To
Control panel Operate the printer.
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Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits.
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Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding into the ADF.
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For more information, see “Using the control panel” on page 25.
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Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Copy or scan multiple-page letter-, legal-, and A4-size
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documents.
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) exit tray Hold paper as it exits from the ADF.
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Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding.
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Paper support Load paper.
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Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper stop
8
Stop paper as it exits the ADF.
Support A4- and legal-size paper as it exits.
Scanner glass Copy, scan, or remove an item.
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Top cover Access the scanner glass.
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Use the To
Scanner unit Access the print cartridges.
1
Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge.
2
USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable.
3
Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source.
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Understanding the control panel

Using the control panel

The display shows:
Printer status
Messages
Menus
Press To
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3
1
Turn the printer on and off.
Stop the print, copy, or scan process.
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Copy Mode Access the copy default screen and make copies.
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Note: The mode is selected when the button light is on.
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Press To
Scan Mode Access the scan default screen and scan documents.
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Note: The mode is selected when the button light is on.
Resize Change the size of a copy.
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Lighter / Darker Adjust the brightness of a copy.
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2
Press To
Return to the previous screen.
Display the Copy or Scan menu, depending on which mode is selected.
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Decrease a number.
Scroll through menus, submenus, or settings on the display.
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Select a menu or submenu item that appears on the display.
Feed or eject paper.
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Increase a number.
Scroll through menus, submenus, or settings on the display.
5
Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress.
Exit a menu or submenu, and return to the default copy or scan screen.
Clear current settings or error messages, and return to default settings.
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Press To
Start Color Start a color copy or scan, depending on which mode is selected.
1
Start Black Start a black-and-white copy or scan, depending on which mode is selected.
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Saving settings

In a setting menu, an * appears next to the default setting. To change the setting:
1 Press or repeatedly until the setting you want appears.
2 Press :
To save most settings. An * appears next to the saved setting.
To select a temporary setting. An * appears next to the selected setting.
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Note: The printer reverts from a temporary setting to the default setting after two minutes of inactivity or if the printer is turned off.
Temporary settings
Copy Mode
CopiesResizeLighter/DarkerQualityRepeat ImageN-UpOriginal SizeOriginal Type
Scan Mode
QualityOriginal SizeResize
To change the time-out feature:
a Press .
b Press or repeatedly until Tools appears.
c Press .
d Press or repeatedly until Device Setup appears.
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e Press .
f Press or repeatedly until Clear Settings Timeout appears.
g Press .
h Press or repeatedly until Never appears.
i Press .
3 To change one or more temporary settings into new default settings:
a Press .
b Press or repeatedly until Tools appears.
c Press .
d Press or repeatedly until Defaults appears.
e Press .
f Press or repeatedly until Set Defaults appears.
g Press .
h Press or repeatedly until Use Current appears.
i Press .

Installing the printer software

Using the installation software CD (Windows users only)
Using the CD that came with the printer:
1 Start Windows.
2 When the desktop appears, insert the software CD.
The software installation screen appears.
3 Click Install.
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 computer screen 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.
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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.
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).

Understanding the printer software

Using the software that installed with your printer, you can edit photographs, maintain your printer, and so much more. The following is an overview of features of Productivity Studio and Solution Center.
To open the Productivity Studio Welcome Screen, use one of these methods:
Method 1 Method 2
From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon.
1 Click Programs or All Programs Lexmark X5400
Series.
2 Select Productivity Studio.
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Click the Productivity Studio icon for the task you want to complete. Depending on the printer you have, some of the features of this software may not be applicable.
Click To Details
Scan
Scan a photo or document.
Save, edit, or share your photo or
document.
Copy
Copy a photo or document.
Reprint or enlarge your photo.
E-mail Send a document or photo as an
attachment to an e-mail message.
Transfer Photos Download photos from a memory card,
flash drive, CD, or digital camera to the Library.
Photo Greeting Cards Make quality greeting cards from your
photos.
Photo Packages Print multiple photos in various sizes.
Poster Print your photos as a multiple-page
poster.
From the bottom left corner of the Welcome Screen, there are two Settings choices:
Click To
Printer Status and Maintenance
Check ink levels.
Order print cartridges.
Find maintenance information.
Select other Solution Center tabs for more information, including how to
change printer settings and troubleshooting.
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