Lexmark X 2670 Manual

							Faxing
This chapter is applicable for Windows users only.
Before you send a fax, make sure:
The printer is connected to a computer with an active fax modem, the computer is configured to fax, a phone
line is connected to the computer, and both the printer and computer are on.
The Lexmark Fax Solutions and Lexmark Productivity Studio software are installed on your computer. If you have
not installed these additional programs during initial installation, reinsert the installation software CD, run the
installation software, and then select Install Additional Software from the Software Already Installed screen.
Sending a fax
1Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass.
2Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click   All Programs, and then select the printer program folder.
In Windows XP, click Start  Programs or All Programs, and then select the printer program folder.
3Click Lexmark Productivity Studio.
4From the Welcome Screen, click Fax.
5Select the Document option.
6Click Start.
7Enter the recipient information, and then click Next.
Note: A fax number can include up to 64 numbers, commas, periods, spaces, and/or these symbols: * # + - ( ).
8Enter the cover page information, and then click Next.
9If there are any additional documents that you want to send with your fax, add these now, and then click Next.
10To send your fax:
Immediately—Select the Send now option.
At a scheduled time:
aSelect the Delay sending until option.
bSet a time and date.
11If you want a paper copy of your fax, then select Print a copy of your fax.
12Click Send.
Receiving a fax automatically
1Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click   All Programs, and then select the printer program folder.
In Windows XP, click Start  Programs or All Programs, and then select the printer program folder.
2Click Lexmark Productivity Studio.
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							3From the Settings area in the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Set up and manage faxes.
4From the “I Want To” menu, click Adjust speed dial list and other fax settings.
5Click the Ringing and Answering tab.
6From the “Automatically answer incoming calls as a fax” area, select On from the Auto Answer drop-down list.
7To turn the Auto Answer feature on and off at scheduled times, select the settings that you want from the
drop-down lists.
8To set the number of telephone rings before the printer automatically receives faxes, select a setting from the
“Pick-up on the” drop-down list in the “Answering on your phone line type” area.
9Click OK to save the settings.
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							Maintaining the printer
Maintaining print cartridges
Installing print cartridges
1Open the printer, and then press down on the cartridge carrier levers.
2Remove the used print cartridge or cartridges.
3If you are installing new print cartridges, remove the tape from the back and bottom of the black cartridge, insert
the cartridge in the left carrier, and then close the black cartridge carrier lid.
Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the
bottom of the cartridge.
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							4Remove the tape from the back and bottom of the color cartridge, insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and
then close the color cartridge carrier lid.
Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the
bottom of the cartridge.
5Close the printer, making sure to keep your hands out from underneath the scanner unit.
Removing a used print cartridge
1Make sure the printer is on.
2Lift the scanner unit.
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							The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is busy.
3Press down on the cartridge carrier latch to raise the cartridge carrier lid.
4Remove the used print cartridge.
Note: If you are removing both cartridges, repeat step 3 and step 4 for the second cartridge.
Refilling print cartridges
The warranty does not cover repair of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge. Lexmark does not recommend
use of a refilled cartridge. Refilling a cartridge can affect print quality and may cause damage to the printer. For best
results, use Lexmark supplies.
Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges
Lexmark printers, print cartridges, and photo paper are designed to perform together for superior print quality.
If you receive an Out of Original Lexmark Ink message, the original Lexmark ink in the indicated cartridge
(s) has been depleted.
If you believe you purchased a new, genuine Lexmark print cartridge, but the Out of Original Lexmark
Ink message appears:
1Click Learn More on the message.
2Click Report a non-Lexmark print cartridge.
To prevent the message from appearing again for the indicated cartridge(s):
Replace your cartridge(s) with new Lexmark print cartridge(s).
If you are printing from a computer, click Learn more on the message, select the check box, and then click
Close.
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							If you are using the printer without a computer, press Cancel.
Lexmark's warranty does not cover damage caused by non-Lexmark ink or print cartridges.
Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles
Using Windows
1Load plain paper.
2Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click .
In Windows XP and earlier, click Start.
3Click All Programs  or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
4From the printer folder, click Maintenance  Clean Cartridges.
5Click Print.
A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them.
6Print the document again to verify that the print quality has improved.
Using Macintosh
1Load plain paper.
2From the Finder desktop, double click the printer folder.
3Double-click the printer utility icon.
4From the Maintenance tab, click Clean Print Nozzles.
A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them.
5Print the document again to verify that the print quality has improved.
If print quality has not improved, then try cleaning the nozzles up to two more times, or wipe the print cartridge
nozzles and contacts.
Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts
1Remove the print cartridge(s).
2Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water, and then place the cloth on a flat surface.
3Gently hold the nozzles against the cloth for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.
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							4Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and
then wipe in the direction shown.
5With another clean section of the cloth, repeat step 3 and step 4, and then let the nozzles and contacts dry
completely.
6Reinsert the print cartridge(s), and then print the document again.
7If the print quality does not improve, clean the print nozzles, and then try printing the document again.
8Repeat step 7 up to two more times.
9If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridge(s).
Preserving the print cartridges
Keep new cartridges in their packaging until you are ready to install them.
Do not remove a cartridge from the printer except to replace, clean, or store it in an airtight container. The
cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period of time.
Cleaning the scanner glass
1Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.
2Gently wipe the scanner glass clean.
Note: Make sure all ink or corrective fluid on a document is dry before placing the document on the scanner glass.
Cleaning the exterior of the printer
1Make sure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from the wall outlet.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electric shock when cleaning the exterior of the printer,
unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables to the printer before proceeding.
2Remove paper from the paper support and paper exit tray.
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							3Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.
Warning—Potential Damage: Do not use household cleaners or detergents, as they may damage the finish of
the printer.
4Wipe only the outside of the printer, making sure to remove any ink residue that has accumulated on the paper
exit tray.
Warning—Potential Damage: Using a damp cloth to clean the interior may cause damage to your printer.
5Make sure the paper support and paper exit tray are dry before beginning a new print job.
Ordering supplies
Ordering print cartridges
Lexmark 2600 Series models
ItemPart numberAverage cartridge standard page yield 1
Black cartridge14AFor page yield values, refer to
www.lexmark.com/pageyields.
Black cartridge214
Color cartridge15A
Color cartridge215
Photo cartridge31Not applicable
1Values obtained by continuous printing. Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711
2Licensed Return Program Cartridge
Lexmark 2690 Series models
ItemPart numberAverage cartridge standard page yield 1
Black cartridge4AFor page yield values, refer to
www.lexmark.com/pageyields.
Black cartridge24
Color cartridge5A
Color cartridge25
Photo cartridge31Not applicable
1 Values obtained by continuous printing. Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711
2 Licensed Return Program Cartridge
Ordering paper and other supplies
To purchase supplies or to locate a dealer near you, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com.
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							For best results when printing photos or other high-quality images, use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish
Photo Paper and Lexmark print cartridges.
ItemDescription
Lexmark Photo PaperLetter
A4
4 x 6 in.
10 x 15 cm
Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo PaperLetter
A4
4 x 6 in.
10 x 15 cm
L
USB cablePart number 1021294
Recycling Lexmark products
To return Lexmark products to Lexmark for recycling:
1Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com/recycle.
2Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
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							Troubleshooting
Using the printer troubleshooting software
(Windows only)
The Lexmark Service Center provides step-by-step troubleshooting help and contains links to printer maintenance
tasks and customer support.
To open the Lexmark Service Center, use one of these methods:
Method 1Method 2
If it appears on an error message dialog, click the For
additional assistance, use the Lexmark Service
Center link.1Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click   All Programs, and then
select the printer program folder from the list.
In Windows XP, click Start  Programs or All
Programs, and then select the printer program folder
from the list.
2Select Lexmark Service Center.
Setup troubleshooting
Power button is not lit
These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:
PRESS POWER BUTTON
Make sure the printer is on by pressing .
DISCONNECT AND RECONNECT THE POWER CORD
1Press  to turn the printer off.
2Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, and then from the printer.
3Plug the cord all the way into the power supply on the printer.
4Plug the cord into an electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using.
5Press  to turn the printer on.
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