Samsung ML-1750 Users Manual

Creating a Watermark

1When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 4.2.

2Click the Extras tab, and click the Edit button in the Watermark section. The Watermarks window appears.

3You can enter the desired text message in the Watermark Message box.

This will be displayed in the preview window. The preview image is provided so that you can see how the watermark will appear on the printed page.

If the First Page Only box is checked, the watermark will be printed on the first page only.

4Select the desired watermark options.

You can select the font type and size, and color from the Font Attributes section, and set the angle of the watermark from the Message Angle section.

5 Click Add to add a new watermark to the list.

6 When you complete editing, click OK and start printing.

To stop printing the watermark, select <No Watermark> in the Watermark drop-down list.

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Editing a Watermark

1When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 4.2.

2Click the Extras tab, and click the Edit button in the Watermark section. The Watermarks window appears.

3Select the watermark you want to edit in the Current Watermarks list, and change the watermark message and the options. Refer to “Creating a Watermark” on page 4.20.

4 Click Update to save the changes.

5 Click OK.

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Deleting a Watermark

1When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 4.2.

2From the Extras tab, click the Edit button in the Watermark section.

3Select the watermark you want to delete in the Current Watermarks list, and click Delete.

4 Click OK.

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Dear ABC

Regards

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Printing Overlays

What is an Overlay?

An overlay is text and/or images stored in the computer hard disk drive(HDD) as a special file format that can be printed on any document. Overlays are often used to take the place of preprinted forms and letterhead paper. Rather than using preprinted letterhead, you can create an overlay containing the exact same information that is currently on your letterhead. To print a letter with your company’s letterhead, you do not need to load preprinted letterhead paper in the printer. You need only tell the printer to print the letterhead overlay on your document.

Creating a New Page Overlay

To use a page overlay, you must create a new page overlay containing your logo or image.

1Create or open a document containing text or an image for use in a new page overlay. Position the items exactly as you wish them to appear when printed as an overlay. If needed, save the file for later use.

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2 When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 4.2.

3Click the Extras tab, and click Edit button in the Overlay section.

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4 In the Overlays window, click Create Overlay.

5 In the Create Overlay window, type a name of up to eight	4
characters in the File name box. Select the destination

path, if necessary. (The default is C:\Formover).

6 Click Save. You will see the name in the Overlay List.

7Click OK or Yes until you complete creating.

The file is not printed out. Instead it will be stored on your computer HDD disk.

Note: The overlay document size must be the same as documents you will print with the overlay. Do not create an overlay with a watermark.

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Using a Page Overlay

After an overlay has been created, it is ready to be printed with your document. To print an overlay with a document:

1 Create or open the document you want to print.

2When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 4.2.

3 Click the Extras tab.

4Select the desired overlay from the Overlay drop-down list box.

5If the desired overlay file does not appear in the Overlay list, click Edit button and Load Overlay, and select the overlay file.

If you have stored the overlay file you want to use into an external source, you can also load the file when you access the Load Overlay window.

After you select the file, click Open. The file is now shown in the Overlay List box and is available for printing. Select the overlay from the Overlay List box.

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6If necessary, click Query Page Overlay. If this box is checked, a message window will appear each time you submit a document for printing, asking you to confirm your wish to print an overlay on your document.

Answering Yes to the window means that the selected overlay will be printed with your document. Answering No to the window cancels overlay printing.

If this box is empty and an overlay has been selected, the overlay will be automatically printed with your document.

7Click OK or Yes until the printing starts.

The selected overlay will be downloaded with your print job and printed on your document.

Note: The resolution of the overlay document must be the same 4 as that of the document you will print with the overlay.

Deleting a Page Overlay

You can delete page overlays that are no longer used.

1 In the printer properties window, click the Extras tab.

2 Click Edit in the Overlay section.

3Select the overlay you want to delete from the Overlay List box.

4 Click Delete Overlay.

5 Click OK until you exit the Print window.

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Using the Status Monitor

If you installed the Status Monitor software, you can check the current status of the printer whenever you want. If an error occurs in your printer, the Status Monitor window appears, showing the error.

Note: The Status Monitor program can be used only if you connect the printer to your computer with the USB cable.

Opening the Status Monitor

1Double click the Status monitor icon on the Windows task bar.

Double click this icon.

Or, select Programs from Start, Samsung ML-1750 Series, and Samsung Printer Status Monitor.

2The Samsung ML-1750 Series Status monitor window appears.

You can change the Status Monitor program setting.

To use Help, click this icon.

You can check the version of the Status Monitor.

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Changing the Status Monitor Program Setting

From the Status Monitor window if you click the configuration icon , you can see the following window.

• Always On Top always shows the Status monitor window on

the top of the window regardless opening other programs.	4

•Pop up the Status Monitor Screen when print error occurs shows the Status monitor window when an error occurs in the printer.

•Enable Error Indicator with Tray icon shows the blinking tray icon which indicates an error occurs in your printer.

Note: When the Status monitor window appears to indicate an error, you can see the corresponding solution.

Click this icon to cancel the current print job.

Error message is displayed.

To solve the problem, follow this solution.

Click this to see the video clip of the solution.

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Setting Up Locally Shared Printer

You can connect the printer directly to a selected computer, which is called “host computer”, on the network. The printer can be shared by other users on the network through a Windows 9x, Me, 2000, XP or NT 4.0 network printer connection.

Windows 9x/Me

Setting Up Host Computer

1 Start Windows.

2From the Start menu, select Control Panel, and doubleclick on the Network icon.

3 Check the File and Print Sharing box, and click OK.

4Click Start and select Printers from Settings, and doubleclick your printer name.

5 Select Properties in the Printer menu.

6Click the Sharing tab, and check the Shared As box. Fill in the Shared Name field, and then click OK.

Setting Up Client PC

1 Right-click Start, and select Explorer.

2 Open your network folder in the left column.

3Right-click the shared name, and select Capture Printer Port.

4Select the port you want, check the Reconnect at log on box, and then click OK.

5 From the Start menu, select Settings and Printers.

6 Double-click your printer icon.

7 From the Printer menu, select Properties.

8 Press the Details tab, select the printer port, and click OK.

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Windows NT/2000/XP

Setting Up Host Computer

1 Start Windows.

2From the Start menu, select Settings and Printers. (Windows NT/2000)

From the Start menu, select Printers and Faxes. (Windows XP)

3 Double-click your printer icon.

4 From the Printer menu, select Sharing.

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5 Check the Shared box. (Windows NT) Check the Shared As box. (Windows 2000)

Check the Share this printer box. (Windows XP)

Fill in the Share Name field, and than click OK. (Windows NT)

Fill in the Shared Name field, and then click OK. (Windows 2000/XP)

Setting Up Client PC

1 Right-click Start, and select Explorer.

2 Open your network folder in the left column.

3 Click the shared name.

4From the Start menu, select Settings and Printers. (Windows NT/2000)

From the Start menu, select Printers and Faxes. (Windows XP)

5 Double-click your printer icon.

6 From the Printer menu, select Properties.

7 Press the Ports tab, and click Add Port.

8 Select Local Port, and click New Port.

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9Fill in the Enter a port name field, and enter the shared name.

10Click OK, and click Close.

11Click OK. (Windows NT)

Click Apply, and click OK. (Windows 2000/XP)

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5Maintaining Your Printer

This chapter provides suggestions for maintaining the toner cartridge and the printer.

This chapter includes:

•Maintaining the Toner Cartridge

•Cleaning the Printer

•Consumables and Replacement Parts

Maintaining the Toner Cartridge

Toner cartridge storage

To get the maximum results from the toner cartridge, keep the following guidelines in mind.

•Do not remove the toner cartridge from its package until ready for use.

•Do not refill the toner cartridge. The printer warranty does not cover damage caused by using a refilled cartridge.

•Store toner cartridges in the same environment as the printer.

•To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minute.

Toner cartridge life expectancy

The life of the toner cartridge depends on the amount of toner that print jobs require. When printing text at 5% coverage, a new toner cartridge lasts an average of 3,000 pages. (The original toner cartridge supplied with the printer lasts an average of 1,000 pages.)

Saving toner

To save toner, press the Cancel button on the printer control panel. The button will be lit. You can also enable the Toner Save in the printer properties. Refer to “Using the Toner Save Mode” on page 4.8. Selecting this option will extend the life of the toner cartridge and reduce your cost per page, but will reduce the print quality.

5.2 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER

Redistributing Toner

When toner is low, faded or light areas may appear on a printed page. You may be able to temporarily improve the print quality by redistributing the toner. The following procedures may allow you to finish the current print job before replacing the toner cartridge.

1 Grasp the front cover and pull it toward you to open.

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2 Remove the toner cartridge from the printer.

Caution:

•Avoid reaching too far into the printer. The fusing area may be hot.

•To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes.

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3Gently shake the toner cartridge from side to side five or six times to redistribute the toner.

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

4Reinsert the toner cartridge into the printer. Ensure that the toner cartridge snaps into place.

5Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed.

Replacing the Toner Cartridge

If the print remains light after redistributing toner (see page 5.3), replace the toner cartridge.

Remove the old cartridge and install a new toner cartridge. See “Installing the Toner Cartridge” on page 2.4.

5.4 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER

Cleaning the Printer

To maintain the print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if print quality problems occur.

Notes:

•Do not use ammonia-based cleaners or volatile solvents, such as thinner, on or around the printer. These can damage the printer.

•While cleaning the inside of the printer, be careful not to touch the transfer roller (located underneath the toner cartridge). Oil from your fingers can cause print quality problems.

Cleaning the Outside

Wipe the outside surface of the printer with a soft, clean, lint-

free cloth. You can dampen the cloth slightly with water, but be 5 careful not to be let any water drip onto the printer or inside of

it.

Cleaning the Inside

During the printing process, paper, toner, and dust particles can accumulate inside the printer. This buildup can cause print quality problems, such as toner specs or smearing. Cleaning the inside of the printer will eliminate or reduce these problems.

Cleaning inside the printer

1Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord, then wait for the printer to cool.

2 Open the front cover and remove the toner cartridge.

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3With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartridge area and the toner cartridge cavity.

Note: To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minute. Cover it with a piece of paper, if necessary. Also, do not touch the black transfer roller inside the printer.

4 Reinsert the toner cartridge and close the cover.

5 Plug in the power cord, and turn the printer on.

5.6 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER

Printing a cleaning sheet

If you are experiencing blurred, faded or smeared printouts. Printing a cleaning sheet cleans the drum inside the toner cartridge. This process will produce a page with toner debris, which should be discarded.

1Ensure that the printer is turned on and in the Ready mode with paper loaded in the tray.

2Press and hold down the Cancel button on the control panel for about 10 seconds.

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3Your printer automatically picks up a sheet of paper from the tray and prints out a cleaning sheet with dust or toner particles on it.

Note: The cartridge cleaning process takes some time. To stop printing, turn the power off.

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Consumables and Replacement

Parts

From time to time, you will need to replace the roller and fuser unit to maintain top performance and avoid print quality problems and paper feed problems resulting from worn parts.

The following items should be replaced after you have printed a specified number of pages. See the table below.

Items	Yield (Average)
Paper Feeding Roller	60,000
Transfer Roller	60,000
Pick-up roller	60,000
Fuser Unit	60,000

The purchase the consumables and replacement parts, contact Samsung dealer or the place where you bought your product. We strongly recommend that items be installed by a trained service.

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6Solving Problems

This chapter provides helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error while using your printer.

This chapter includes:

•Troubleshooting Checklist

•Solving General Printing Problems

•Clearing Paper Jams

•Solving Print Quality Problems

•Troubleshooting Error Messages

•Common Windows Problems

•Common Macintosh Problems

•Common Linux Problems

•Common DOS problem

Troubleshooting Checklist

If the printer is not working properly, consult the following checklist. If the printer does not pass a step, follow the corresponding troubleshooting suggestions.

	Check	Solution
	Check the power cord	Check the power source by plugging into another
	and the power switch.	outlet.
	Make sure that the On	In the Ready mode, the On Line/Error LED lights
	Line/Error LED is on.	green. If the On Line/Error LED lights red or blinks,
		go to “Troubleshooting Error Messages” on page 6.17.
	Press and hold the	• If a demo page does not print, check the paper
	Cancel button to print a	supply in the input tray.
	demo page.	• If the paper jams in the printer, go to “Clearing Paper
		Jams” on page 6.7.
	Check the demo page to	If there is a print quality problem, go to “Solving Print
	see if it is printed	Quality Problems” on page 6.11.
	correctly.
	Print a short document	• If the page does not print, check the cable connection
	from a software	between the printer and the computer.
	application to verify that	• Check the print queue or print spooler to see if the
	the computer and printer
		printer has been paused.
	are connected and are
		• Check the software application to insure you are
	communicating correctly.
		using the proper printer driver and communication
		port. If the page is interrupted during printing, go to
		“Solving General Printing Problems” on page 6.3.
	If completing the	• “Solving General Printing Problems” on page 6.3.
	checklist does not	• “Troubleshooting Error Messages” on page 6.17.
	resolve the printer
		• “Common Windows Problems” on page 6.18.
	problem, check the
	following troubleshooting	• “Common Macintosh Problems” on page 6.19.
	sections.	• “Common Linux Problems” on page 6.20.
		• “Common DOS problem” on page 6.22.

6.2 SOLVING PROBLEMS

Solving General Printing Problems

For problems with the operation of your printer, refer to the table for suggested solutions.

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
The Printer	The printer is not	Check the power cord connections. Check
does not print	receiving power.	the power switch and the power source.
	The printer is not	Select Samsung ML-1750 Series in the
	selected as the default	Printer folder in Windows as your default
	printer.	printer.
	Check the printer for	• The printer cover is not closed.
	the following:	• Paper is jammed.
		• No paper is loaded.
		• The toner cartridge is not installed.
		If a printer system error occurs, contact
		your service representative.
	The printer may be in	Add paper to the manual feeder and	6
	Manual Feed mode.	press the Cancel button on the printer’s
		control panel to begin printing.
	The connection cable	Disconnect the printer cable and
	between the computer	reconnect it.
	and the printer is not
	connected properly.
	The connection cable	If possible, attach the cable to another
	between the computer	computer that is working properly and
	and the printer is	print a job. You can also try using a
	defective.	different printer cable.
	The port setting is	Check the Windows printer setting to
	incorrect.	make sure that the print job is sent to the
		correct port (for example, LTP1). If the
		computer has more than one port, make
		sure that the printer is attached to the
		correct one.
	The printer may be	Check the printer properties to ensure
	configured incorrectly.	that all print settings are correct.

SOLVING PROBLEMS 6.3

	Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
	The printer	The printer driver may	Reinstall the printer driver; see
	does not print.	be incorrectly	page 2.12. Try printing a demo page.
	(continued)	installed.
		The printer is	Check the LEDs on the control panel to
		malfunctioning.	determine if the printer is indicating a
			system error.
	Printer selects	The paper source	For many software applications, the paper
	materials from	selection in the printer	source selection is found under the Paper
	the wrong	properties may be	tab within the printer properties. Select
	paper source.	incorrect.	the correct paper source. See page 4.6.
	Paper does not	Paper has not been	Remove paper from the tray and reload it
	feed into the	loaded correctly.	correctly.
	printer.
		There is too much	Remove excess paper from the tray.
		paper in the tray.
		The paper is too thick.	Use only paper that meets the
			specifications required by the printer.
	Print job is	The job may be very	Reduce the complexity of the page or try
	extremely	complex.	adjusting the print quality settings.
	slow.		The maximum print speed of the printer
			is 16(A4) or 17(Letter) pages per minute.
		If using Windows 9x/	From the Start menu, choose Settings
		Me, the Spooling	and Printers. Right-click the Samsung
		Setting may be set	ML-1750 Series printer icon, choose
		incorrectly.	Properties, click the Details tab, and
			then choose the Spool Settings button.
			Select the desired spool setting.
	Half the page	The page layout is too	Simplify the page layout and remove any
	is blank.	complex.	unnecessary graphics from the document.
		The page orientation	Change the page orientation in your
		setting may be	application.
		incorrect.
		The paper size and	Ensure that the paper size in the print
		the paper size settings	settings matches the paper in the tray.
		do not match.

6.4 SOLVING PROBLEMS

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
The paper	There is too much	Remove excess paper from the tray.
keeps	paper in the paper	If printing on special materials, use the
jamming.	tray.	manual feeder.
	An incorrect type of	Use only paper that meets the
	paper is being used.	specifications required by the printer.
	An incorrect output	Special print materials, such as thick
	method is being used.	paper, should not be printed using the top
		output tray (face-down). Use the rear
		output tray (face-up) instead.
	There may be debris	Open the front cover and remove the
	inside the machine.	debris.
The printer	The printer cable is	Disconnect the printer cable and
prints, but the	loose or defective.	reconnect. Try a print job that you have
text is wrong,		already printed successfully. If possible,
garbled, or		attach the cable and printer to another
incomplete.		computer and try a print job that you
		know works. Finally, try a new printer
		cable.
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	The wrong printer	Check the application’s printer selection
	driver was selected.	menu to ensure that your printer is
		selected.
	The software	Try printing a job from another
	application is	application.
	malfunctioning.
	The operating system	If printing from Windows (any version),
	is malfunctioning.	exit to a DOS prompt and verify
		functionality with the following command:
		At a C:\ prompt, type Dir LPT1, and
		press Enter. (This assumes you are
		connected to LPT1.) Exit Windows and
		reboot the computer. Turn the printer off
		and then back on again.

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