Lexmark X 1250 User Manual

							1200 Series All-In-OneUser’s Guide 
						

							Edition: February 2006
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Contents
Finding more information  ..................................... 4
Learning about the All-In-One  .............................. 4
Setting up the All-In-One  ............................................ 4
Understanding the parts of the All-In-One .................. 4
Using the control panel  .............................................. 5
Understanding the software  ................................. 5
Using the Lexmark All-In-One Center  ........................ 5
Using Print Properties  ................................................ 7
Using the Lexmark Solution Center  ........................... 8
Using the Lexmark Photo Editor  ................................ 9
Using the All-In-One .............................................. 9
Printing ....................................................................... 9
Scanning .................................................................. 11
Copying .................................................................... 12
Faxing ...................................................................... 12
Creating fun projects  ................................................ 13
Replacing print cartridges  ........................................ 13
Troubleshooting .................................................. 14
Troubleshooting checklist ......................................... 14
Setup troubleshooting  .............................................. 14
Printing troubleshooting  ........................................... 15Scanning, copying, and faxing troubleshooting  ........ 16
Removing and reinstalling the software  .................... 16
Notices ................................................................. 17
Index ..................................................................... 19 
						

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Finding more information
Learning about the All-In-OneSetting up the All-In-OneIf you have not already done so, follow the steps on the Setup Sheet to complete 
the hardware and software installation. If problems occur during the setup 
process, see “Setup troubleshooting” on page 14.Understanding the parts of the All-In-One
Resource
Description
Setup sheet Instructions on how to set up the hardware and software and 
information on setup troubleshooting
CD  Software for the All-In-One, including:
– Lexmark All-In-One Center
– Lexmark Photo Editor
– Print Properties
– Lexmark Solution Center
 Drivers for the All-In-One
 An online User’s Guide for basic usage information
 A Readme file
This file provides last-minute updates about technical 
changes to the All-In-One. To access the Readme file after 
you install the All-In-One software, click Start
Æ 
Programs
Æ Lexmark 1200 Series
Æ Readme.
Lexmark Web 
site
http://support.lexmark.comInformation on:
Upgrades—Software upgrade information
Customer Support—Contact information, order status, and 
warranty
Downloads—Drivers
Solutions—Troubleshooting hints and tips
Reference—Product documentation and product 
specifications
Scanner unit
Lift to access the print 
cartridges. Top cover
Lift to place an item on 
the scanner glass.Paper exit tray
Extend to hold paper as it 
exits the All-In-One.Paper support
Lift to load paper into the 
All-In-One.
Control panel
Use the buttons to operate the 
All-In-One.
Paper guide
Slide next to paper to 
ensure proper feeding. 
						

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Using the control panelThe All-In-One has a control panel that lets you scan and copy with the press of 
a button.
Note:
Both the computer and the All-In-One must be turned on to make 
copies.
Understanding the softwareThe All-In-One software consists of four main components:

The Lexmark 1200 Series All-In-One Center (scanning, copying, and faxing)

Print Properties (printing)

The Lexmark Solution Center (troubleshooting, maintenance, and cartridge 
ordering information)

The Lexmark Photo Editor (editing graphics)
Using the Lexmark All-In-One CenterUse the Lexmark 1200 Series All-In-One Center software to scan, copy, and fax 
documents.There are three ways to open the All-In-One Center:

Click Start Programs Lexmark 1200 Series Lexmark All-In-
One Center. 

Double-click the Lexmark 1200 Series All-In-One Center icon on the 
desktop. 

Press Scan on the control panel. For more information about using the 
control panel, see page 5. 
The All-In-One Main Page appears.
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3
1
USB cable
Power cord
12
Preview NowScan NowCopy Now
Preview 
section
Creative Tasks
All-In-One Center
All-In-One Main Page 
						

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The All-In-One Main PageThe All-In-One Main Page consists of four main sections: Scan, Copy, Creative 
Tasks, and Preview.
Note:
For more information about the All-In-One Main Page, click the Help 
button located in the upper right corner of the screen.
View Saved Images pageUse the View Saved Images page to perform tasks with images that are saved 
on the computer. The View Saved Images page consists of three sections.
Note:
For more information about this page, click the Help button located 
in the upper right corner of the screen.
Maintain/Troubleshoot pageThe Maintain/Troubleshoot page provides you with direct links to the Lexmark 
Solution Center. Choose from these topics:

Maintain or fix quality problems

Troubleshoot All-In-One problems

Device status and ink levels

More printing ideas and how to’s

Contact information

Advanced (Skin, voice, and communication options)

View the software version and copyright information
For more information about the Lexmark Solution Center, see page 8.Note:
For more information about this page, click the Help button located 
in the upper right corner of the screen.
From this section:
You can:
Scan Select a program to send the scanned image to.
 Choose what type of image is being scanned.
 Choose how the scan will be used.
Note:Click See More Scan Settings to view all 
settings.
Copy Select the quantity and color of your copies.
 Select a quality setting for your copies.
 Adjust the size of the scanned area.
 Lighten or darken your copies.
 Enlarge or reduce your copies.
Note:Click See More Copy Settings to view all 
settings.
Creative TasksChoose from a variety of creative ideas.
 Enlarge or reduce an image.
 Repeat an image several times on one page.
 Print an image as a multiple-page poster.
 E-mail an image to a friend.
 Fax using your PC’s modem.
 Save an image or document.
 Edit text found in a scanned document (OCR).
 Modify an image with a photo editor.
Preview section Select a region of the preview image to scan.
 View an image of what will be printed or 
copied.
From this section:
You can:
Open with...Select a program to send the saved image to.
Print a Copy... Choose the quantity and color of your copies.
 Select a quality setting for your copies.
 Lighten or darken your copies.
 Enlarge of reduce your copies.
Note:Click See More Copy Settings to view all 
settings.
Creative TasksSelect from a variety of creative ideas. For more 
information, see page 6. 
						

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Using Print PropertiesPrint Properties is the software that controls the All-In-One printing function. You 
can change the settings in Print Properties based on the type of project you want 
to create. You can open Print Properties from almost any program:1
From the program File menu, click Print.
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In the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup 
(depending on the program). 
The Print Properties screen appears.Note:
Some programs open Print Properties differently.
The “I Want To” menuThe “I Want To” menu appears when you open Print Proper ties. It contains a 
variety of task wizards to help you select the correct print settings for your project. 
Close the menu for a full view of the Print Proper ties dialog box.
Print Properties tabsAll of the print settings are on the three main tabs of the Print Properties software: 
Quality/Copies, Paper Setup, and Print Layout.
Note:
For additional information about these settings, right-click a setting 
on the screen, and then select the What’s This? item. 
Save Settings menuFrom the Save Settings menu, you can name and save the current Print 
Proper ties settings for future use. You can save up to five custom settings.Options menuUse the Options menu to make changes to the Quality Options, Layout Options, 
and Printing Status Options settings. For more information on these settings, 
open the tab dialog box from the menu, and then click the Help button on the 
dialog box. 
The Options menu also provides you with direct links to different parts of the 
Lexmark Solution Center (see page 8), as well as software version information.
Print Properties
Quality Copies tab and I Want To menu
“I Want To” 
menu
Select one of the 
projects from the 
menu to help print 
photos, banners, 
envelopes, 
posters, and 
more.
Print Properties 
tabs
Use the Quality/
Copies, Paper 
Setup, and 
Print Layout tabs 
to select the print 
settings.
From this tab:
You can change these settings:
Quality/Copies Quality/Speed — Select a Quality/Speed setting. 
Multiple Copies — Customize how the All-In-One prints 
several copies of a single print job, collated or normal.
Print Color Images in Black and White — Select this to 
print color images in black and white.
Paper Setup Type — Select the type of paper you are using.
Paper Size — Select the size of the paper you are using.
Orientation — Select how you want the document 
oriented on the printed page. You can print portrait or 
landscape.
Print Layout Layout — Select the layout you want to print.
Duplexing — Select this when you want to print on both 
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Using the Lexmark Solution CenterThe Lexmark 1200 Series Solution Center is a valuable information resource. To 
open the Lexmark Solution Center, click Start Programs  Lexmark 1200 
Series Lexmark 1200 Series Solution Center. 
The Printer Status tab appears.
The Lexmark Solution Center consists of six tabs: Printer Status, How To, 
Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Contact Information, and Advanced.
Note:
For more information, click the Help button located in the lower right 
corner of the screen.
From this tab:
You can:
Printer Status 
(Main dialog box) View the status of the All-In-One. For example, while 
printing, the status is Busy Printing.
 View the ink levels of the print cartridges. 
How ToLearn how to:
 Scan, copy, fax, and print.
 Find and change settings.
 Use basic features.
 Print projects such as banners and iron-on 
transfers.
Troubleshooting Learn tips about the current status.
 Solve All-In-One problems.
Printer Status
Ink levels
Maintenance Install a new print cartridge.
Note:Wait until scanning is complete before installing 
new cartridges.
 View shopping options for new cartridges.
 Print a test page.
 Clean to fix horizontal streaks.
 Align to fix blurry edges.
 Troubleshoot other ink problems.
 Remove Japanese postcard residue.
Contact 
Information Learn how to contact Lexmark by phone, e-mail, or on 
the World Wide Web.
Advanced Change the appearance of the Printing Status window 
and turn printing voice notification on or off.
 Change the network settings for the printer.
 Obtain software version information.From this tab:
You can: 
						

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Using the Lexmark Photo EditorUse the Lexmark Photo Editor software to edit graphics. To open the Lexmark 
Photo Editor, click Start Programs  Lexmark 1200 Series Lexmark 
Photo Editor. 
The Lexmark Photo Editor displays.
Use the touch-up tools to edit your graphic. 
Note:
Move your pointer over the tool for a description.
Using the All-In-OneThe following sections give you everything you need to know for basic printing, 
scanning, copying, and faxing. PrintingThe Print Properties “I Want To” menu (see page 7) provides you with printing 
wizards to help you complete tasks such as printing banners, photographs, or 
posters.1
Depending on what you want to print, load the appropriate type of paper into 
the All-In-One. Place the paper against the right side of the paper support with the print side facing you. Make sure you select the paper size for your 
document. For more information, see page 10.
Touch-up tools
Load up to:
100 sheets of plain paper
20 sheets of banner paper
25 sheets of labels
10 sheets of greeting card stock
25 iron-on transfers
10 Hagaki cards
25 sheets of photo/glossy paper
10 envelopes
Note:Do not load envelopes with:
 Holes, perforations, cutouts, or 
deep embossing
 Metal clasps, string ties, or 
metal folding bars
 Exposed flap adhesive
10 transparencies
Note:Since transparencies and 
photos require more drying time, we 
recommend that you remove each 
transparency or photo as it exits and 
allow to dry to avoid ink smearing.  
						

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Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper.
3
Make sure the All-In-One is turned on.
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Click File  Print.
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From Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup 
(depending on the program). 
The Print Properties dialog box appears.
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If the printing task you want to perform is on the “I Want To” menu, click it, 
and then follow the instructions on the computer screen; otherwise, click 
Close at the bottom of the menu.
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From the Quality/Copies tab, select the quality, speed, and copy settings. 
To see details about a setting, right-click a setting on the screen, and then 
select the What’s This? item. 
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From the Paper Setup tab, select the paper type, paper size, and orientation. To see details about a setting, right-click a setting on the screen, and then 
select the What’s This? item.
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From the Print Layout tab, select the layout and duplexing settings for the 
type of document you are printing. 
To see details about a setting, right-click a setting on the screen, and then 
select the What’s This? item. 
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Once you have applied all the settings you want in Print Properties, click OK 
at the bottom of the screen to return to the Print dialog box.
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Click Print to complete your task.
Quality/Speed 
settingsCopy 
settings
Orientation 
settingPaper size 
settingLayout 
setting
Duplexing 
setting