Samsung CLP-310N - Manual

Safety information_ 5 safety information IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in this user’s guide mean: These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others. Follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference. WA...

6 _Safety information LASER SAFETY STATEMENT 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 produc...

Safety information_ 7 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, request your nearest...

8 _Safety information • Consult the dealer or experienced radio TV technician for help. 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 entitle...

Safety information_ 9 RINGER EQUIVALENCE NUMBER The Ringer Equivalence Number and FCC Registration Number for this machine may be found on the label located on the bottom or rear of the machine. In some instances you may need to provide these numbers to the telephone company. The Ringer Equivalence ...

10 _Safety information REPLACING THE FITTED PLUG (FOR UK ONLY) Important The mains lead for this machine is fitted with a standard (BS 1363) 13 amp plug and has a 13 amp fuse. When you change or examine the fuse, you must re-fit the correct 13 amp fuse. You then need to replace the fuse cover. If yo...

12 _Safety information REGULATORY COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS Wireless Guidance Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your printer system. The following section is a general overview of con...

14 _Contents contents 2 Features of your new laser product 5 Safety information INTRODUCTION 16 16 Printer overview 16 Front view 16 Rear view 17 Control panel overview 18 Understanding the control panel 18 LEDs 18 Stop button 19 Supplied software 19 Printer driver features 19 Printer driver GETTING...

16 _ Introduction introduction These are the main components of your machine: This chapter includes: • Printer overview • Control panel overview • Understanding the control panel • Supplied software • Printer driver features PRINTER OVERVIEW Front view Rear view 1 Top cover 2 Output tray (face down)...

Introduction _ 17 CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW 1 wireless LED Shows the status of wireless network. When the LED on, the machine is ready. (Wireless models only) 2 status LED Shows the status of your machine. (See "Understanding the control panel" on page 18 for more information.) 3 stop Stops an ...

18 _ Introduction UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL PANEL The color of the status and toner colors LED indicates the machine's current status. LEDs Stop button STATUSD LED TONER COLORS LED DESCRIPTION lights green all LEDs off The machine is ready to print. slowly blinks green all LEDs off The machine is re...

Introduction _ 19 SUPPLIED SOFTWARE You must install the printer software using the supplied CD after you have set up your machine and connected it to your computer. CD provides you with the following software. PRINTER DRIVER FEATURES Your printer drivers support the following standard features:• Pa...

20 _ Getting started getting started This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine. This chapter includes: • Setting up the hardware • Printing a demo page • System requirements • Setting up the network • Configuring wireless network from syncthru web service • Installi...

Getting started _ 21 Macintosh Linu x SETTING UP THE NETWORK If your machine is connected to a network, you need to set up the network protocols on the machine to use it as your network printer. Supported operating systems The following table shows the network environments supported by the machine: ...

Getting started _ 23 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE You have to install the machine software for printing. The software includes drivers, applications, and other user friendly programs. The following procedure is based on Windows XP. If you use Macintosh or Linux OS, see Software section. 1. Connect the ne...

24 _ Getting started MACHINE'S BASIC SETTINGS After installation is complete, you may want to set the machine's default settings. Refer to the next section if you would like to set or change values. Altitude adjustment The print quality is affected by atmospheric pressure, which is determined by the...

Selecting and loading print media _ 25 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 • Changing the size of the paper in the paper tray • Printing on special print materials • Adju...

26 _ Selecting and loading print media Specifications on print media TYPE SIZE DIMENSIONS WEIGHT A CAPACITY B Plain paper Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches) • 60 to 105 g/m 2 (16 to 28 lb bond) • 60 to 163 g/m 2 (16 to 43 lb bond) • 150 sheets of 75 g/m 2 (20 lb bond) paper for the tray • 1 sheet...

Selecting and loading print media _ 27 Guidelines for special print media MEDIA TYPE GUIDELINES Envelopes • Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the following factors:- Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not excee...

30 _ Selecting and loading print media PRINTING ON SPECIAL PRINT MATERIALS The machine can hold special sizes and types of print material, such as postcards, note cards, and envelopes. Especially, it is useful for single page printing on letterhead or colored paper. Feeding the print material manual...

Basic printing _ 31 basic printing This chapter explains common printing tasks. This chapter includes: • Printing a document • Canceling a print job PRINTING A DOCUMENT Your machine allows you to print from various Windows, Macintosh, or Linux applications. The exact steps for printing a document ma...

32 _ Maintenance maintenance This chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge. This chapter includes: • Printing reports • Cleaning your machine • Maintaining the cartridge • Replacing the toner cartridge • Replacing the Imaging Unit • Replacing the waste toner ...

34 _ 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 cover damage...

Maintenance _ 35 REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE The machine uses four colors and has a different toner cartridge for each one: yellow (Y), magenta (M), cyan (C), and black (K).When the toner colors LED, on the control panel, indicating each individual toner cartridge according to its color, lights, a...

36 _ Maintenance REPLACING THE IMAGING UNIT When the life span of the imaging unit has expired, the Smart Panel program window appears on the computer, indicating the imaging unit needs to be replaced. Otherwise your machine stops printing. 1. Turn the machine off, then wait a few minutes for the ma...

Maintenance _ 37 8. Insert the waste toner container into position and then push it to make sure that it is firmly seated in place. 9. Slide the toner cartridge back into the machine. 10. Close the front cover firmly. 11. Turn the machine on. REPLACING THE WASTE TONER CONTAINER When the life span of...

38 _ Maintenance 6. Insert the new container into position and then push it to make sure that it is firmly seated in place. 7. Close the front cover firmly. 8. Turn the machine on. MAINTENANCE PARTS To avoid print quality and paper feed problems resulting from worn parts, and to maintain your machin...

Troubleshooting _ 39 troubleshooting This chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error. This chapter includes: • Tips for avoiding paper jams • Clearing paper jams • Solving other problems TIPS FOR AVOIDING PAPER JAMS By selecting the correct media types, most paper jam...

Troubleshooting _ 41 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, call for service. Paper feeding Printing problems CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS ...

42 _ 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. The machine selects print materials from the wrong paper source. The paper source selection...

Troubleshooting _ 43 Toner specks • The paper may not meet specifications; for example, the paper is too moist or too rough. See page 25. • The paper path may need cleaning. See "Cleaning the inside" on page 32. Dropouts If faded areas, generally rounded, occur randomly on the page:• A singl...

44 _ Troubleshooting Misformed characters • If characters are improperly formed and producing hollow images, the paper stock may be too slick. Try a different paper. See page 25. Page skew • Ensure that the paper is loaded properly. • Check the paper type and quality. See page 25. • Ensure that the ...

Troubleshooting _ 45 Common Windows problems Common Linux problems CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS “File in Use” message appears during installation. Exit all software applications. Remove all software from the StartUp Group, then restart Windows. Reinstall the printer driver. “General Protection Faul...

46 _ Troubleshooting Common Macintosh problems CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS The printer does not print PDF file correctly. Some parts of graphics, text, or illustrations are missing. Incompatibility between the PDF file and the Acrobat products:Printing the PDF file as an image may solve this probl...

Ordering supplies and accessories _ 47 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 type of to...

48 _ Specifications specifications This chapter guides you about this machine’s specifications such as various features. This chapter include: • General specifications • Printer specifications GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS The symbol * optional feature depending on machines. ITEM DESCRIPTION Paper input ca...

Specifications _ 49 PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS ITEM DESCRIPTION Printing method Color laser beam printing Printing speed a a. It will be affected by operating system used, computing performance, application software, connecting method, media type, media size and job complexity. • Black and white: Up to ...

50 _ Glossary glossary ADF An Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) is a mechanism that will automatically feed an original sheet of paper so that the machine can scan some amount of the paper at once. AppleTalk AppleTalk is a proprietary suite of protocols developed by Apple, Inc for computer networking....

54 _Index index A adjustment altitude 24 C cleaning inside 32outside 32 control panel 17 D demo page, print 20 driver installation 23 J jam tips for avoiding paper jams 39 L LED Status 18 Linux problems 45 M Maintenance maintenance parts 38toner cartridge 34 N network setting up 21 P paper changing ...

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1 S OFTWARE SECTION C ONTENTS Chapter 1: I NSTALLING P RINTER S OFTWARE IN W INDOWS Installing Printer Software ........................................................................................................ 4 Installing Software for Local Printing .............................................

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 mono printer driver N OTE : The following procedure is based on ...

Installing Printer Software in Windows 10 the network, set the printer as the default printer, and change the port name of each printer. Click Next. To install this software on a server, select the Setting up this printer on a server checkbox. 7 After the installation is finished, a window appears a...

Installing Printer Software in Windows 11 N OTE : If your printer is not already connected to the computer, the following window will appear. • After connecting the printer, click Next.• If you don’t want to connect the printer at this time, click Next, and No on the following screen. Then the insta...

Basic Printing 13 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 Sett...

Basic Printing 14 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 pro...

Basic Printing 15 Layout Tab The Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. The Layout Options includes Multiple Pages per Side, Poster Printing and Booklet Printing. See “Printing a Document” on page 13 for more information on accessing printer properties. P...

Basic Printing 16 Source Make sure that Source is set to the corresponding paper tray. Use Manual Feeder when printing on special materials like envelopes and transparencies. TypeSet Type to correspond to the paper loaded in the tray from which you want to print. This will let you get the best quali...

Basic Printing 17 Advanced OptionsYou can set advanced settings by clicking the Advanced Options button. • Print All Text To Black: When the Print All Text To Black option is checked, all text in your document prints solid black, regardless of the color it appears on the screen. • Print All Text To ...

Basic Printing 18 About Tab Use the About tab to display the copyright notice and the version number of the driver. If you have an Internet browser, you can connect to the Internet by clicking on the web site icon. See “Printing a Document” on page 13 for more information about accessing printer pro...

Advanced Printing 19 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 20 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. N OTE : The poster printing option is available when 600 dpi is selected in the resolution ...

Advanced Printing 21 Printing on Both Sides of Paper You can print on both sides of a sheet of paper. Before printing, decide how you want your document oriented.The options are: • None • Long Edge , which is the conventional layout used in book binding. • Short Edge , which is the type often used w...

Advanced Printing 22 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 23 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 24 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 25 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 Smart Panel 26 Driver Setting (Only for Windows) You can use the printer properties window, which allows you to access all of the printer options you need for using your printer. For details, See “Printer Settings” on page 14. Opening the Troubleshooting Guide Using the troubleshooting guide, ...

Using Your Printer in Linux 27 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 SetIP program• Using the Unified Driver Configurator• Configuring Printer Properties• Printing a Document ...

Using Your Printer in Linux 28 4 When the welcome screen appears, click Next. 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 d...

Using Your Printer in Linux 29 Using SetIP program This program is for the network IP setting using the MAC address which is the hardware serial number of the network printer card or interface. Especially, it is for the network administrator to set several network IPs at the same time. You can only ...

Using Your Printer in Linux 30 Printers Configuration Printers configuration has the two tabs: Printers and Classes. Printers Tab You can see the current system’s printer configuration by clicking on the printer icon button on the left side of the Unified Driver Configurator window. You can use the ...

Using Your Printer in Linux 31 Configuring Printer Properties Using the properties window provided by the Printers configuration, you can change the various properties for your machine as a printer. 1 Open the Unified Driver Configurator. If necessary, switch to Printers configuration. 2 Select your...

Using Your Printer in Linux 32 The following four tabs display at the top of the window. •General - allows you to change the paper size, the paper type, and the orientation of the documents, enables the duplex feature, adds start and end banners, and changes the number of pages per sheet. •Text - al...

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh 33 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 34 Using SetIP program This program is for the network IP setting using the MAC address which is the hardware serial number of the network printer card or interface. Especially, it is for the network administrator to set several network IPs at the same time. You c...

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh 36 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...

39 S OFTWARE SECTION I NDEX A advanced printing, use 19 B booklet printing 20 D document, print Macintosh 36 Windows 13 double-sided printing 21 E Extras properties, set 17 F favorites settings, use 18 G Graphics properties, set 16 H help, use 18 I install printer driver Macintosh 33 Windows 4 insta...