Samsung ML-1200 User Manual

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III

Special Features

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1.1

Printer Components

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1.3

Control Panel Buttons –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 3.1 Control Panel Lights ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 3.3

Introduction

STEP 1

: Unpack Your Printer –––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.1

STEP 2

: Install the Toner Cartridge ––––––––––––––––––––– 2.2

STEP 3

: Loading Paper ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.4

STEP 4

: Connect to the Computer with a Parallel Cable ––––– 2.6

STEP 5

: Turn on the Printer ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.7

STEP 6

: Print a Demo Page! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.7

STEP 7

: Install the Printer Software ––––––––––––––––––––– 2.8

Installing Software from Diskette –––––––––––––––––––– 2.13

Choosing Paper and Other Media ––––––––––––––––––––– 4.1 Selecting the Output Location ––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.4 Loading Paper –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.5 Printing on Envelopes –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.7 Printing on Heavy Paper –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.9 Printing on Labels –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.10 Printing on Transparencies ––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.11 Printing on Preprinted Paper ––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.12 Printing on Card Stocks –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.13

Setting Up Your Printer

Using Control Panel

Print Media

Maintaining the Toner Cartridge –––––––––––––––––––––– 6.1 Cleaning the Printer ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 6.4

Maintaining Your Printer

Printing a Document ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.1 Using Toner Save Mode –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.6 Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper

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5.7

Fitting a Document to a selected Paper Size

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5.8

Printing Posters

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5.9 Setting Graphic Properties ––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.11 Printing Watermarks –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.13 Using Page Overlay ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.16 Reprinting the Last Page –––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.20 Printing in a Network Environment ––––––––––––––––––– 5.21

Printing Tasks

Troubleshooting Checklist ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.1 Solving General Printing Problems –––––––––––––––––––– 7.2 Clearing Paper Jams ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.6 Solving Print Quality Problems –––––––––––––––––––––– 7.11 Troubleshooting Error Messages ––––––––––––––––––––– 7.17 Common Windows Problems –––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.19

Problem Solving

Printer Specifications ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A.1 Paper Specifications –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A.2 Using Your Printer with a USB cable –––––––––––––––––– A.10 Using Your Printer with Macintosh –––––––––––––––––––– A.16 Linux Driver Installation ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A.23

Appendix

INDEX

IVIII

Environmental and Safety Consideration

The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825.

Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The laser system and printer are designed so there is never any human access to laser radiation above a Class I level during normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service condition.

WARNING Never operate or service the printer with the protective cover removed from Laser/Scanner assembly. The reflected beam, although invisible, can damage your eyes.

CAUTION - INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN THIS COVER OPEN. DO

NOT OPEN THIS COVER.

VORSICHT - UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT

DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

ATTENTION - RAYONNEMENT LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.EXPOSITION DAN

GEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

ATTENZIONE -RADIAZIONE LASER INVISIBILE IN CASO DI APERTURA.

EVITARE L’ESPOSIZIONE AL FASCIO.

PRECAUCION -RADIACION LASER IVISIBLE CUANDO SE ABRE. EVITAR EXPONERSE AL

RAYO.

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UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING.

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STRÅLEN. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

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URKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.

VARO! - AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA

NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

Laser Safety Statement Ozone Safety

Power Saver

During normal operation, the Samsung ML-1200 Series printer produces ozone. The ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator. However, it is advisable that the machine be operated in a well ventilated area.

If you need additional information about ozone, please request your nearest Samsung dealer.

This printer contains advanced energy conservation technology that reduces power consumption when it is not in active use.

When the printer does not receive data for an extended period of time, power consumption is automatically lowered.

The energy star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service.

Environmental and Safety Consideration

V VI

Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you must first stop operation of the equipment.

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Industry and Science Canada.

Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques”, ICES-003 édictée par l’Industrie et Sciences Canada.

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

Environmental and Safety Consideration

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacture

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These 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 turning the equipment off and on, 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 between the equipment and receiver.

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

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Fcc Regulations

Radio Frequency Emissions

Declaration of Conformity (European Countries) Approvals and Certifications

The CE marking applied to this product symbolises Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Declaration of Conformity with the following applicable 93/68/EEC Directives of the European Union as of the dates indicated:

January 1, 1995: Council Directive 73/23/EEC Approximation of the laws of the member states related to low voltage equipment.

January 1, 1996: Council Directive 89/336/EEC (92/31/EEC), approximation of the laws of the Member States related to electromagnetic compatibility.

March 9, 1999: Council Directive 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.

A full declaration, defining the relevant Directives and referenced standards can be obtained from your Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. representative.

EC Certification

Certification to 1999/5/EC Radio Equipment & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (FAX)

This Samsung product has been self-certified by Samsung for pan-European single terminal connection to the analogue public switched telephone network (PSTN) in accordance with Directive 1999/5/EC. The product has been designed to work with the national PSTNs and compatible PBXs of the European countries:

In the event of problems, you should contact the Euro QA Lab of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. in the first instance.

The product has been tested against TBR21 and TBR 38. To assist in the use and application of terminal equipment which complies with this standard, the European Telecommunication Standards Institute (ETSI) has issued an advisory document (EG 201 121) which contains notes and additional requirements to ensure network compatibility of TBR21 terminals. The product has been designed against, and is fully compliant with, all of the relevant advisory notes contained in this document.

Special Features

INTRODUCTION

1.1

chapter

Congratulations on the purchase of Samsung ML-1200 Series printer! This chapter provides information on the following topics:

◆ Special Features

◆ Printer Components

Samsung ML-1200 Series is a versatile, productive printer equipped with special features that improve print quality, giving you a competitive edge. You can:

• You can print at 600 dots per inch (dpi). See page 5.11.

• Your printer prints 12 pages-per-minute.

Print with excellent quality and high speed

• Standard 150-sheet automatic input tray and a 1-sheet manual input tray support various sizes and types of paper.

• Two output locations: Select either the face-down output tray or the face-up output slot for the most convenient

access.

Handle paper flexibly

• You can use Toner Save mode to use less toner. See page

5.6.

• Print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper to save paper (N-up printing). See page 5.7.

• One-touch last page printing is allowed in the Ready mode. See page 5.20.

• The printer automatically conserves electricity by substantially reducing power consumption when not printing.

• This product meets Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.

Save your time and money

INTRODUCTION

1.3

INTRODUCTION

1.21.2

Printer Components

Front View

Paper support

Face-down output tray

Output lever

Paper output support

Front cover

Face-up output slot

Control panel

Automatic input tray

Manual input tray

Paper guides

• You can print in Window 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000.

• Your printer is compatible with the Linux system.

Print in various environments

Special Features

• You can customize your documents by using Watermarks such as “Confidential.” See page 5.13.

• Preprinted forms and letterheads can be printed on plain paper. See page 5.16.

• Print Posters. The text and pictures of each page of your document are magnified and printed across the selected sheet of paper. After the document has printed, trim off the white edges of each sheet. Tape the sheets together to form a poster. See page 5.9.

Create professional documents

• You can print in Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000.

• Your printer is compatible with Linux and Macintosh.

• The ML-1200 Series printer comes with both Parallel (ML-1210 Only) and USB interfaces.

Print in various environments

INTRODUCTION

1.4

Inside View

Rear View

Power switch

Power receptacle

Parallel port (ML-1210 Only)

USB port

Toner cartridge

Printer Components

Front cover

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.1

chapter

This chapter provides step by step information on setting up your printer. Topics included in this chapter are:

◆

STEP 1

: Unpack Your Printer

◆

STEP 2

: Install the Toner Cartridge

◆

STEP 3

: Load Paper

◆

STEP 4

: Connect to the Computer with a Parallel Cable

(ML-1210 Only)

◆

STEP 5

: Turn on the Printer

◆

STEP 6

: Print a Demo Page!

◆

STEP 7

: Install the Printer Software

◆ Installing Software from Diskette

Unpack Your Printer

Remove the printer and all accessories from the packing carton. Make sure that your printer has been packed with the following items:

Toner cartridge

Power cord

Paper Output Support

CD-ROM*

USB Cable

(ML-1220M Only)

Carefully remove all packing tapes from the printer.

Attach the supplied paper output support as shown.

Setup Guide

Notes:

• If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately.

• Components may differ from one country to another.

• The CD-ROM contains the printer driver, the User’s Guide, the Adobe Acrobat Reader program and the Make Your Own Diskette setup software.

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.2

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.3

Grasp the front cover by both sides of the cover and pull it toward you to open.

Remove the toner cartridge from its bag and remove the paper covering the toner cartridge completely out of the cartridge. Discard the paper.

Gently shake the cartridge from side to side to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge.

CAUTION:

To prevent damage, do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more than a few minutes. Cover it with a piece of paper, if left exposed for more than a few minutes.

If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.

Note: When printing text at 5% coverage, you can expect a toner cartridge life of

approximately 2,500 pages (1,000 pages for the toner cartridge that is shipped with the printer).

Grasp the handle and insert the cartridge in the printer until it snaps into place.

Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed.

Locate the cartridge slots inside the printer, one on each side.

Install the Toner Cartridge

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.5

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.4

Pull the paper support on the automatic input tray up, until it stops.

Adjust the paper guides to the width of the paper stack.

Before loading the paper, flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, then fan them.

Tap the edges of the stack on a table top to straighten them to prevent paper jams.

Load a stack of paper into the automatic input tray with the print side facing up.

Do not load too much. This tray holds up to 150 sheets.

Keep the paper below this height mark.

Loading Paper

Load Paper

Notes:

• Do not push the width guide far enough to cause the media to warp.

• If you do not adjust the width guide, it may cause paper jam.

• If you are needed to add more sheets of paper while printing, remove the remaining paper from the tray at first. Then, reinsert them with the new paper. Note that adding new paper into the remains in the tray may cause paper jams or multiple feeding.

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.7

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.6

Connect to the Computer with a Parallel Cable (ML-1210 Only)

Plug the power cord into the power receptacle on the back of the printer.

Plug the other end into a properly grounded AC outlet.

Turn on the power.

Turn on the Printer

To AC outlet

As the printer powers up, all the printer control panel lights turn on briefly. When only the Data light remains on, press and hold the Demo button.

Hold down the button for about 2 seconds until all lights blink slowly, then release, the demo page will print.

ML-1210 / ML-1220M / ML-210

Excellent Performance

Saving & Convenience

Compatibility

Laser Beam Printer

The demo page provides a sample of the print quality and helps you verify the printer is printing correctly.

Print a Demo Page!

➜

Make sure both the printer and the computer are turned off.

Plug the parallel printer cable into the connector on the back of the printer.

Push the metal clips down to fit inside the notches on the cable plug.

Connect the other end of the cable to the parallel interface port on your computer, and tighten the screws.

See your computer documentation if you need help.

To the parallel

port on PC

➜

If you are using a USB interface

Go to “Using Your Printer with a USB Cable” on page A.10.

Note: To connect the printer to the parallel port of the computer

requires a certified parallel cable. You will need to buy the IEEE1284 compliant cable.

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.9

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.8

Place the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Installation will start automatically.

If the CD-ROM drive does not automatically run:

Select Run from the Start menu, and type x:\cdsetup.exe in the Open box (where x is the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive), then click OK.

Installing the Printer Software from the CD-ROM

Note: If the New Hardware Found box appears during the installation procedure, click the x in the upper right corner of the box, or click Cancel.

When the opening screen appears, select the appropriate language.

Click Install the Samsung Software on your PC.

Install the Printer Software

Included with your printer is a CD-ROM containing the printer driver for some of the most popular Windows software applications. To operate your printer, you must install a printer driver, which translates data from your application into data that the printer understands.

If you are printing with a parallel interface (ML-1210 Only)

Go to page 2.9 for information on installing the print software on a computer that is attached directly to the printer with a parallel cable.

If you are printing with a USB interface

Go to “Using Your Printer with a USB Cable” on page A.10, for information on installing the print software on a USB-enabled computer.

If you are printing from Macintosh

Go to “Using Your Printer with a Macintosh” on page A.16, for information on installing the print software and printing from Macintosh.

If you are printing in Linux

Go to “Linux Driver Installation” on page A.23, for information on installing the Linux driver.

Verify the following:

• At least 16 MB or more of RAM is installed on your PC.

• There is at least 50 MB of free disk space on your PC.

• All applications are closed on your PC before beginning installation.

• Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000.

Before Installing the Printer Software

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.11

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.10

Install the Printer Software

If you have access to another computer with a CD-ROM drive, you can use Make diskette utility in Windows to create the disks you need for the installation. Go to “Installing Software from Diskette” on page 2.13.

Some printer features, such as paper size and page orientation, may be available through your application settings. Use application settings, if available, because they override printer driver settings.

Access advanced printer features through your printer driver. See the chapter 5, “Printing Tasks” for instructions on using your printer driver features.

In Windows, after installation, the Uninstall icon in the Samsung ML-1200 Series program group allows you to select and remove any or all of the Samsung ML-1200 Series printing system components. If you are upgrading the printer driver, or if your installation fails, uninstall the driver doing as the following instructions.

From the Start menu, select Programs.

Select Samsung ML-1200 Series, and then Samsung ML-1200 Series Driver Maintenance.

Software Installation Tips

I do not have a CD-ROM drive

How do I access printer features ?

How do I remove the printing software ?

The Welcome window opens. Click Next.

The files are copied into the appropriate directory.

Click Finish.

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.13

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.12

• Exit your software programs. Then turn off the computer and the printer. Turn on the printer, then turn on the computer.

• Close any virus protection programs that are running on your computer.

• Uninstall the printer software using the instruction above, then repeat the installation procedure.

The Samsung ML-1200 Series Printer supports the Linux system. Go to “Linux Driver Installation” on page A.23 for information on installing the Linux driver.

If you have installing problems

Click Finish.

When your computer confirms your selection, click OK.

The Samsung ML-1200 Series printer driver and all of its components are removed from your computer.

Can I use this printer in the other OS?

Install the Printer Software

Installing Software from Diskette

If you do not have a CD-ROM drive and if you have access to another computer with a CD-ROM drive, you can copy software installation files from your printer software CD-ROM onto floppy diskettes, then use the diskettes instead of the CD-ROM to install the software.

You can make the installation diskettes for Samsung ML-1200 Series printer driver. Make sure that you have several formatted diskettes ready, then follow these steps:

Insert the CD-ROM shipped with your printer into the CD-ROM drive. Installation will start automatically.

If the CD-ROM drive does not automatically run:

Select Run from the Start menu, and type x:\cdsetup.exe in the Open box (where x is the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive), then click OK.

When the opening screen appears, select the appropriate language.

Click Make your own Diskette set of software.

Making Installation Diskettes

ETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

2.14

The Copy to Floppy dialog box appears.

Select the floppy disk drive you will use to insert the diskette.

Click Copy all disk images.

If you want to copy a portion of the selected component, select the disk you want to copy in the Disk Images window, then click Copy selected disk image.

When prompted, insert a blank, formatted diskette into the floppy drive, and click Yes to copy the first diskette. For multiple diskettes, when the first diskette is finished, you are prompted to insert disk 2.

Make sure you label each diskette in order as you create it: Samsung ML-1200 Series driver, disk 1 of 2, etc.

Shows the path of the selected component.

Shows the number of

disks required to copy

the selected component.

Select the floppy drive you will use.

Installing Software from Diskettes

If you have more than one disk, insert the next disk and click Yes.

When copying to diskettes has been completed, click Close in the Copy to Floppy dialog box. Then click Exit in the SAMSUNG PRINTER SETUP dialog box.

To install the printer driver from the diskettes, take the following steps:

Insert the first diskette (if the selected software diskettes are more than one).

From the Start menu, select Run.

Type A:\setup.exe in the Open box and click OK. (if your floppy drive is not A, substitute the correct letter.)

Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the installation.

Installing Software

2.15

USING CONTROL PANEL

3.1

Control Panel Buttons

The printer has three buttons: Toner Save, Cancel/Reprint and Demo.

chapter

This chapter describes how to use the printer’s control panel. It provides information on the following topics:

◆ Control Panel Buttons

◆ Control Panel Lights

Demo

Clean the inside of the printer

Press and hold Demo for about 2 seconds until the control panel lights blink slowly to print a demo page. The printer must be in the Ready mode.

Press and hold Demo for about 10 seconds until the control panel lights remain lit. After cleaning the printer, one cleaning sheet prints. For further information, see page 6.5.

Print demo page

Start manual feeding

When you select Manual for Paper Source from your software application, you should press Demo each time you load a sheet of paper manually. For further information, see “Using the Manual Input tray” on page 4.5.

USING CONTROL PANEL

3.2

USING CONTROL PANEL

Control Panel Buttons

Control Panel Lights

The control panel lights indicate the status of your printer. If the Error light is on, the printer is experiencing an error. See “Troubleshooting Error Messages” on page 7.17.

Control Panel Light Message

The Data light is on and the printer is ready to print.

No action is needed. If you press and hold the Demo button for about 2 seconds, a demo page will print.

Ready mode

Error

Paper

Data

Reprint last page of the job

Press Cancel/Reprint and hold until the control panel lights blink to cancel a job the printer is currently printing. The Error light will blink while the print job is cleared from both the printer and the computer, and then return to the Ready mode. This may take some time, depending on the size of the print job.

Note: If the Cancel/Reprint button is accidentally

pushed, the job must be reprinted. There is no undo function.

If you press Cancel/Reprint in the Ready mode, the printer prints the last page of the last print job. See page 5.20.

Cancel job

Press Toner Save to turn the Toner save mode on or off. The printer must be in the Ready mode.

• If the button backlight is on, toner save mode activates and the printer uses less toner to print a document.

• If the button backlight is off, toner save mode is disabled and you will print in normal quality.

To enable or disable the Toner Save mode using this button, the Toner Save Mode option in the printer driver must be set to Printer Setting.

For further information on the Toner Save mode, see page 5.6.

(on)

(off)

Turn the Toner Save Mode on/off

The printer is out of paper.

Load paper into the printer. For the automatic tray, there is no need to press any button to reset. For the manual tray, press the Demo button after loading.

Paper out

Data

Error

Paper

In the Manual Feed mode, the printer is waiting the Demo button to be pressed.

Press the Demo button to start printing. You must press the button to print each page after loading paper into the manual input tray.

Waiting the Demo button to be pressed

Data

Error

Paper

The printer is receiving or processing data. Wait for the job to print.

Pressing the Cancel/Reprint button cancels the current job. One or two pages may print as the printer clears the print job. The printer will return to the Ready mode after the job has been canceled.

Processing

Data

Error

Paper

3.3

Cancel/Reprint

Toner Save

PRINT MEDIA

4.1

Choosing Paper and Other Media

You can print on a variety of print media, including plain paper, envelopes, labels, transparencies and card stock. See “Paper Specifications” on page A.2. For the best possible print quality, use only high-quality copier-grade paper.

When you choose print media, consider the following:

• Desired outcome: The paper you choose should be appropriate for the project.

• Size: You can use any size paper that fits easily within the adjusters of the paper tray.

• Weight : Your printer supports the following paper weights:

• 16~24 lb bond for the automatic input tray

• 16~43 lb bond for the manual input tray

• Brightness: Some paper is whiter than others and produces sharper, more vibrant images.

• Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the paper affects how crisp the printing appears on paper.

CAUTION: Using media that does not conform to the

specifications listed in this section can cause problems that may require service. This service is not covered by the warranty or service agreement.

chapter

This chapter will help you understand the types of paper you can use with the Samsung ML-1200 Series printer and how to properly load paper in the input trays for the best print quality.

Topics included in this chapter are:

◆ Choosing Paper and Other Media

◆ Selecting the Output Location

◆ Loading Paper

◆ Printing on Envelopes

◆ Printing on Heavy Paper

◆ Printing on Labels

◆ Printing on Transparencies

◆ Printing on Preprinted Paper

◆ Printing on Card Stocks

When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special media, keep these guidelines in mind:

• Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause paper jams and poor print quality.

• Use cut-sheet paper only. You cannot use multiply forms.

• Use only high-quality, copier grade paper.

• Do not use paper that has been printed on or that has been fed through a photocopier.

• Do not use paper with irregularities, such as tabs or staples.

• Do not attempt to overload the tray during printing.

• Avoid paper with embossed lettering, perforations, or texture that is too smooth or rough.

• Colored paper should be of the same high quality as white photocopy paper. The pigments must withstand the printer’s fusing temperature of 400°F (205°C) for 0.1 second without deterioration. Do not use paper with a colored coating that was added after the paper was produced.

• Preprinted forms must be printed with nonflammable, heatresistant inks that do not melt, vaporize, or release hazardous emissions when subject to the printer’s fusing temperature.

• Store paper in its ream wrapper until ready for use. Place cartons on pallets or shelves, not on the floor.

• Do not place heavy objects on top of the paper, whether it is packaged or unpackaged.

• Keep paper away from moisture, direct sunlight or other conditions that can cause wrinkle or curl.

PRINT MEDIA

4.3

PRINT MEDIA

4.2

Choosing Paper and Other MediaChoosing Paper and Other Media

Plain Paper

Letter (8.5 x 11 in.) Legal (8.5 x 14 in.) Executive (7.25 x 10.5 in.) A4 (210 x 297 mm) A5 (148 x 210 mm) A6 (105 x 148 mm) Folio (8.5 x 13 in.) B5 (182 x 257 mm)

Envelopes

No. 10 (4.12 x 9.5 in.) DL (110 x 220 mm) C5 (162 x 229 mm) C6 (114 x 162 mm) B5 (176 x 250 mm) Monarch (3.87 x 7.5 in.)

Labels

Letter (8.5 x 11 in.) A4 (210 x 297 mm)

Transparency film

Letter (8.5 x 11 in.) A4 (210 x 297 mm)

Card stock

Bond Paper

Thin Paper (12 lb ~ 16 lb)

Thick Paper (24 lb ~ 43 lb)

Automatic Input Tray

150 150 150 150 150

150

–

5 5 5 5 5 5

5 5

150

Manual Input Tray

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

1 1 1 1 1 1

1 1

Media Sizes and Capacities Paper Guidelines

Input Source/Capacity*

Media Size

Depending on paper thickness, maximum capacity may be reduced.

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Samsung ML-1200 User Manual

Contents

Special Features

INTRODUCTION

Printer Components

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER

Installing Software from Diskette

USING CONTROL PANEL

Control Panel Lights

PRINT MEDIA

Choosing Paper and Other Media