Samsung ML-1630 - Manuals

ii Safety and Regulatory Information Important Precautions and Safety Information When using this machine, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to people:1 Read and understand all instructions. 2 Use common sense whenever operati...

iii Ozone Safety During normal operation, this machine 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 contact your nearest Samsung dea...

iv Canadian Radio Interference Regulations 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 numér...

1 .1 <Introduction> 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Samsung multifunctional product. Your machine provides printing functions. This chapter includes: • Special features • Machine overview • Control panel overview Caution • This product is high glossy. Please be careful of surface ...

1 .2 <Introduction> Machine overview These are the main components of your machine. Front view Note • All illustrations on this user’s guide may differ from your machine.• The surface of the output tray may become hot if you print a large number of pages at once. Please make sure that you do n...

1 .3 <Introduction> Rear view 1 rear cover 3 power receptacle 2 power switch 4 USB port

1 .4 <Introduction> Control panel overview display 1 Shows the current status and prompts during an operation. The message shows with specific LEDs as below. LEDs are working with short message on a display. • error LED Blinks when the error occurs on your machine. If it blinks rapidly, the ma...

2 .1 <Software overview> 2 Software overview This chapter gives you an overview of the software that comes with your machine. Further details on how to use the software are explained in the Software section. This chapter includes: • Supplied software • Printer driver features • System requirem...

3 .1 <Getting Started> 3 Getting Started This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine. This chapter includes: • Setting up the hardware • Altitude adjustment Setting up the hardware This section shows the steps to set up the hardware which is explained in the Qui...

3 .2 <Getting Started> Altitude adjustment The print quality is affected by atmospheric pressure, which is determined by the height of the machine above sea level. The following information will guide you on how to set your machine to the best print quality or best quality of print. The altitu...

4 .1 <Selecting and loading print media> 4 Selecting and loading print media This chapter introduces you how to load originals and print media into your machine. This chapter includes: • Selecting print media • Loading paper in the tray • Setting the paper size and type Selecting print media Y...

4 .2 <Selecting and loading print media> Guidelines for selecting and storing print media When selecting or loading paper, or other print materials, keep these guidelines in mind:• Always use print media that conform with the specifications listed on page 4.3. • Attempting to print on damp, cu...

4 .3 <Loading originals and print media> Specifications on print media Note • Due to the nature of the product, the envelope type of media cannot be used with your machine. •Use the print media type mentioned below only. Note •When you use the thick paper (90 to 120 g/m 2 , 24 to 32 lb bond), ...

4 .4 <Selecting and loading print media> Guidelines for special print media Media type Guidelines Transparencies • To avoid damaging the machine, use only transparencies designed for use in laser machines. • Transparencies used in the machine must be able to withstand the machine’s fusing temp...

4 .5 <Loading originals and print media> Loading paper in the tray Load the print media you use for the majority of your print jobs in the tray. The tray can hold a maximum of 100 sheets of 75 g/m 2 ( 2 0 lb bond) plain paper. 1 Press the tray open button, then the tray pops out. Pull the tray...

4 .6 <Loading originals and print media> 2 After inserting paper into the tray, while pinching the paper width guide as shown, move it toward the stack of paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. Do not press the guide too tightly to the edge of the paper; the guide may bend the p...

5 .1 <Basic printing> 5 Basic printing This chapter explains common printing tasks. Your machine allows you to print from various Windows, Macintosh, or Linux applications. Note The following procedure is for Windows operating system. For Linux and Macintosh, see Software section. Printing a d...

6 .1 <Maintenance> 6 Maintenance This chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge. This chapter includes: • Printing a machine report • Cleaning your machine • Maintaining the cartridge • Redistributing toner • Replacing the toner cartridge • Maintenance P...

6 .3 <Maintenance> Maintaining the cartridge Toner cartridge storage To get the most 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 machine warranty does not cove...

6 .5 <Maintenance> Replacing the toner cartridge When the toner cartridge is completely empty.• The toner LED( ) blinks rapidly and the toner-related messages on the display indicate when toner cartridge should be replaced. For detailed information about error message, see page 7.7. • The mach...

6 .6 <Maintenance> Caution • Do not touch the green surface, the OPC drum or the front of each toner cartridge, with your hands or any other material. Use the handle on each cartridge in order to avoid touching this area. • If you leave the top cover open for more than a few minutes, the OPC d...

7 .1 <Troubleshooting> 7 Troubleshooting This chapter gives helpful information on what to do if you encounter a problem. This chapter includes: • Tips for avoiding paper jams • Clearing paper jams • Understanding display messages • Solving other problems Tips for avoiding paper jams By select...

7 .3 <Troubleshooting> 10 Hold both edges of the rear cover, and align it as shown in the following figure. Press the rear cover firmly until it clicks. Note If the rear cover is not completely closed, the paper jam may occur. 11 Open and close the top cover firmly. The machine will resume pri...

7 .5 <Troubleshooting> 10 After removing the jammed paper, check for paper which may be jammed in other parts of the machine. 11 Slide the toner cartridge back into the machine. 12 Close the top cover firmly. The machine will resume printing. In the exit area If paper is jammed in the paper ex...

7 .7 <Troubleshooting> Understanding display messages Messages appear on the Smart Panel program window or on the control panel display to indicate machine status or errors. Refer to the tables below to understand the messages meaning to correct the problem, if necessary. Note When you call fo...

7 .8 <Troubleshooting> Solving other problems The following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the suggested solutions until the problem is corrected. If the problem persists, please call for service. Paper feeding problems Condition Suggested solu...

7 .10 <Troubleshooting> Printing quality problems If the inside of the machine is dirty or paper has been loaded improperly, you may notice a reduction in print quality. See the table below to clear the problem. Condition Suggested solutions Light or faded print If a vertical white streak or f...

7 .12 <Troubleshooting> Loose toner • Clean the inside of the machine. Contact a service representative to clean the inside of the machine. After cleaning the inside of the machine, if you still have the same problems, contact a service representative. • Check the paper type and quality. (See ...

8 .1 <Ordering supplies and accessories> 8 Ordering supplies and accessories This chapter provides information on purchasing cartridges and accessories available for your machine. This chapter includes: • Supplies • How to purchase Supplies When the toner runs out, you can order the following ...

9 .1 <Specifications> 9 Specifications This chapter includes: • General specifications • Printer specifications Note The numbers herein is subject to change according to its install environment. General specifications Item Specifications and Description Paper input capacity a 100 multi-pages f...

10 .1 <Glossary> 10 Glossary Control Panel A control panel is a flat area where control or monitoring instruments are displayed. They are typically found in top or front of the machine. Coverage This is the printing term used for toner usage measurement on printing and generally used as 5% cov...

1 C cleaning inside 6.1 outside 6.1 control panel 1.2 , 1.4 D driver feature 2.2 E error message 7.7 J jam clearing paper from the tray 7.1 tips for avoiding paper jams 7.1 L Linux requirements 2.3 Linux problems 7.13 M Macintosh problems 7.13 requirements 2.3 Maintenance 6.1 maintenance parts 6.6 t...

Installing Printer Software in Windows 4 1 Installing Printer Software in Windows This chapter includes:• Installing Printer Software• Changing the Software Language• Reinstalling Printer Software• Removing Printer Software Installing Printer Software You can install the printer software for local p...

Installing Printer Software in Windows 6 Reinstalling Printer Software You can reinstall the software if installation fails. 1 Start Windows. 2 From the Start menu select Programs or All Programs → your printer driver name → Maintenance. 3 Select Repair and click Next . You will see a component list...

Basic Printing 7 2 Basic Printing This chapter explains the printing options and common printing tasks in Windows. This chapter includes:• Printing a Document• Printing to a file (PRN)• Printer Settings - Layout Tab- Paper Tab- Graphics Tab- Extras Tab- About Tab- Printer Tab- Using a Favorite Setti...

Basic Printing 8 Printing to a file (PRN) You will sometimes need to save the print data as a file for your purpose. To create a file: 1 Check the Print to file box at the Print window. 2 Select the folder and assign a name of the file and then click OK. Printer Settings You can use the printer prop...

Basic Printing 9 Layout Tab The Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. Paper Orientation Paper Orientation allows you to select the direction in which information is printed on a page. • Portrait prints across the width of the page, letter style. • Landsc...

Basic Printing 10 Graphics Tab Use the following Graphic options to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs. See “Printing a Document” on page 7 for more information on accessing printer properties. Click the Graphic tab to display the properties shown below. Resolution The Resolut...

Basic Printing 11 Extras Tab You can select output options for your document. See “Printing a Document” on page 7 for more information about accessing the printer properties.Click the Extras tab to access the following feature: WatermarkYou can create a background text image to be printed on each pa...

Basic Printing 12 Using a Favorite Setting The Favorites option, which is visible on each properties tab, allows you to save the current properties settings for future use. To save a Favorites item: 1 Change the settings as needed on each tab. 2 Enter a name for the item in the Favorites input box. ...

Advanced Printing 13 3 Advanced Printing This chapter explains printing options and advanced printing tasks. N OTE : • Your printer driver Properties window that appears in this User’s Guide may differ depending on the printer in use. However the composition of the printer properties window is simil...

Advanced Printing 14 Printing Posters This feature allows you to print a single-page document onto 4, 9, or 16 sheets of paper, for the purpose of pasting the sheets together to form one poster-size document. 1 To change the print settings from your software application, access printer properties. S...

Advanced Printing 15 Using Watermarks The Watermark option allows you to print text over an existing document. For example, you may want to have large gray letters reading “DRAFT” or “CONFIDENTIAL” printed diagonally across the first page or all pages of a document. There are several predefined wate...

Advanced Printing 16 Using 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 pr...

Sharing the Printer Locally 17 4 Sharing the Printer Locally You can connect the printer directly to a selected computer, which is called “host computer,” on the network. The following procedure is for Windows XP. For other Windows OS, refer to the corresponding Windows User's Guide or online help. ...

Using Smart Panel 18 5 Using Smart Panel Smart Panel is a program that monitors and informs you of the status of the printer, and allows you to customize the printer’s settings. Smart Panel is installed automatically when you install the printer software. N OTES : • To use this program, you need: - ...

Using Your Printer in Linux 20 6 Using Your Printer in Linux You can use your machine in a Linux environment. This chapter includes:• Getting Started• Installing the Unified Linux Driver• Using the Unified Driver Configurator• Configuring Printer Properties• Printing a Document Getting Started The s...

Using Your Printer in Linux 21 5 When the installation is complete, click Finish. The installation program has added the Unified Driver Configurator desktop icon and Samsung Unified Driver group to the system menu for your convenience. If you have any difficulties, consult the onscreen help that is ...

Using Your Printer in Linux 22 Using the Unified Driver Configurator Unified Linux Driver Configurator is a tool primarily intended for configuring Printer.After installing the Unified Linux driver, the Unified Linux Driver Configurator icon will automatically be created on your desktop. Opening the...

Using Your Printer in Linux 23 Classes Tab The Classes tab shows a list of available printer classes. • Refresh : Renews the classes list.• Add Class... : Allows you to add a new printer class.• Remove Class : Removes the selected printer class. Ports Configuration In this window, you can view the l...

Using Your Printer in Linux 24 Printing a Document Printing from Applications There are a lot of Linux applications that you are allowed to print from using Common UNIX Printing System (CUPS). You can print on your machine from any such application. 1 From the application you are using, select Print...

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh 25 7 Using Your Printer with a Macintosh Your printer supports Macintosh systems with a built-in USB interface or 10/100 Base-TX network interface card. When you print a file from a Macintosh computer, you can use the CUPS driver by installing the PPD file. N OTE ...

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh 26 Setting Up the Printer Set up for your printer will be different depending on which cable you use to connect the printer to your computer—the network cable or the USB cable. For a USB-connected 1 Follow the instructions on “Installing Software” on page 25 to in...

27 Printing N OTES : • The Macintosh printer’s properties window that appears in this User’s Guide may differ depending on the printer in use. However the composition of the printer properties window is similar. • You can check your printer name in the supplied CD- ROM. Printing a Document When you ...