Lexmark Z54 Setup Guide

Z54 Color Jetprinter

From Setup to Printing

From Setup to

Printing

™

January 2002

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance information statement

The Lexmark Z54 Color Jetprinter, Type 4111-005 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer ence , a nd (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The FCC Class B limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by unplugging the equipment and then plugging it back in, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation be tween th e equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult your point of purchase or service representative for additiona l suggestions.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables or by unauth orized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Note: To assure compliance with FCC regulations for a Class B computing device, use a properly shielded and grounded cable such as Lexmark part number 12A2405 f or USB attach . U se of a substitute cable not properly shielded and grounded may result in a violation of FCC regulations.

Any questions regarding this complianc e information statement should be directed to Director of Lab Operations, Lexmark International, Inc., 740 New Circle Road NW, Lexington, KY 40550, (859) 232-

3000.

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The EPA ENERGY STAR office equipment program is a partnership effort with computer manufacturers to promote the introduction of energyefficient products and to reduce air pollution caused by power generation.

Companies participating in this program introduce personal computers, printers, monitors, or fax machines that power down when they are n ot being used. This feature will cut the energy used by up to 50 percent. Lexmark is proud to be a participant in this program.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Lexmark International, Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Industry Canada compliance statement

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Avis de conformité aux normes d’Industrie Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

European Community (EC) directives conformity

This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EC Council directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC on the approximati on an d harmonizat i on of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and safety of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits.

A declaration of conformity with the requirements of the Directive has been signed by the Director of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, S.A., Boigny, France.

This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN 55022 and safety requirements of EN 60950.

The United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984

This apparatus is approved under the approval number NS/G/1234 /J/1000 03 for the indirect connections to the public telecommunications systems in the United Kingdom.

Safety information

• Use only the Lexmark power supply

provided with this product or an authorized Lexmark replacement power supply.

• Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible.

• Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the manual, to a professional service person.

Setting up your printer ......................................................1

Step 1: Make sure your computer is on .........................................2

Step 2: Check the printer parts ......................................................2

Step 3: Connect the power supply ................................................3

Step 4: Connect the USB cable .....................................................4

Step 5: Install the print cartridges ..................................................4

Step 6: Load the paper ..................................................................6

Step 7: Install the printer software .................................................7

Printing for fun .................................................................11

Printing a digital photo on a photo card (Windows) .....................12

More fun printing ideas ................................................................14

Learning about your printer ............................................15

Understanding the printer parts ..................................................15

Using the software to select your printer settings ........................16

Using the software to meet your printing needs ..........................18

Finding the printer software Help ................................................19

Troubleshooting .............................................................. 21

Troubleshooting checklist ............................................................21

Setup troubleshooting .................................................................23

Windows ........................ ....................................... ....................... 23

Macintosh ................ ................................................................. ...26

Contacting Lexmark ....................................................................28

Index .................................................................................29

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Setting up y o ur printer

This booklet takes you step by step from setup through printing your first document using Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2, or Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to 10.1.

To set up your Lexmark™ Z54 Color Jetprinter™, you will need:

• A computer with a CD-ROM drive and USB port

• A USB cable (such as Lexmark P/N 12A2405), purchased separately

• A4 or letter size paper

See page 28 for information about contacting Lexmark.

Step 1: Make sure your computer is on

Windows 98/Me/2000 Windows XP

Step 2: Check the printer parts

Lexmark Z54 printer

Power supply

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Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 Mac OS X version

10.0.3 to 10.1

Black print cartridge (P/N 12A1970)

Color print cartridge (P/N 15M0120)

Power cord

Printer software CD

If any items are missing, contact Lexmark (see page 28).

Step 3: Connect the power supply

If the power light does not come on:

1 Check the power supply connections. 2 Press the power button.

Step 4: Connect the USB cable

Note: The location and orientation of the USB port on your

computer may be different from the one shown. Look for this symbol:

Step 5: Install the print cartridges

Your printer came with a color print cartridge (P/N 15M0120) and a black print cartridge (P/N 12A1970).

You can print with:

• A color cartridge in the left carrier and a black cartridge in the right

carrier.

• A color print cartridge in the left carrier and a photo cartridge in the

right carrier.

You can purchase a photo cartridge (P/N 12A1990), a high yield color cartridge (P/N 15M0125), or a high yield black cartridge (P/N 12A1975) separately.

Remove each cartridge from its packaging.

2 Remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of

both cartridges.

Warning: Do not touch or remove the gold contact areas on the back

and bottom of the print cartridges.

3 Open the front cover.

Note: The cartridge carrier moves to the loading position.

Insert the color cartridge in the left carrier and snap it into place. Insert the black cartridge in the right carrier and snap it into place.

Color cartridge (P/N 15M0120)

5 Close the front cover.

Step 6: Load the paper

Black cartridge (P/N 12A1970)

SNAP

1 Open the paper support and fully extend the paper exit tray.

Load up to 100 sheets of plain inkjet paper, and then squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper.

Step 7: Install the printer software

Follow all of the steps for your operating system.

Operating system: Page:

Windows 98/Me/2000 and Windows XP 8 Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 9 Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to 10.1 10

Note: Your software screens may be different from the ones

shown in this booklet. The arrows show you where to click.

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