Lexmark X6570 User Manual

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MaintenanceSelect:
Ink Level to view the ink level of the color cartridge. Press  or
 to view the ink level of the black (or photo) cartridge.
Clean Cartridges to clean the print cartridge nozzles.
Align Cartridges to align the cartridge.
Print Test Page to print a test page.
Paper SetupSelect the size and type of paper loaded.
Device SetupSelect:
Language to change the language setting.
Country to set the default blank paper size, date format, number
of Caller ID patterns, and region selection being used in your
location.
Date/Time to set the date and time.
Host Fax Settings to choose whether to allow the fax software
from the computer to make changes in your fax settings.
Button Beep to set the volume of the tone when a control panel
button is pressed to either On or Off. On is the default.
Power Saver to set the number of minutes before the printer, if
left unused, enters the Power Saver mode.
Caller ID Pattern to choose from one of the following patterns
available based on the country or region you selected during initial
setup. If phones in your country use two detection patterns, call
your telecommunications company to determine their subscribed
pattern.
–Pattern 1 (FSK)
–Pattern 2 (DTMF)
For more information, see “Using Caller ID from the control panel”
on page 116.
Clear Settings Timeout to change the timeout feature before the
printer, if left unused, resets to the factory default settings. For
more information, see “Saving settings” on page 39.
DefaultsSelect:
Photo Print Size to choose the size of photo(s) to print.
Set Defaults to change default settings. For more information,
see “Saving settings” on page 39.
 
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Network Setup
Note: This submenu item appears only
when an internal wireless print server is
installed in the printer.Select:
Print Setup Page to print a page that lists the network settings.
Wireless Setup to view:
–Network Name, which shows the six characters unique to
your specific printer.
–Wireless Signal Quality, which shows the signal strength.
–Reset Network Adapter to Factory Defaults, which lets you
reset the wireless network settings.
TCP/IP to view the IP Address, IP Netmask, and IP Gateway of
the printer.
Network Time to choose whether to enable the time server.
Installing another language control panel
These instructions apply only if you received one or more additional language control panels with the printer.
1Lift the scanner unit.
2Grasp the control panel at the front. Lift and rotate it back to remove it (if one is installed).
3Choose the correct control panel for your language.
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							5Lower the control panel slightly at its front. Press the control panel down until it snaps into place.
Installing the printer software
Using the installation software CD (Windows users only)
Using the CD that came with the printer:
1Start Windows.
2When the desktop appears, insert the software CD.
The software installation screen appears.
3Click Install.
Using the installation software CD (Macintosh users only)
1Close all open software applications.
2Insert the software CD.
3From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer CD icon that automatically appears.
4Double-click the Install icon.
5Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Using the World Wide Web
1Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
2From the home page, navigate through the menu selection, and then click Drivers & Downloads.
3Choose the printer and the printer driver for your operating system.
4Follow the instructions on the computer screen to download the driver and install the printer software.
Understanding the printer software
Using the software that installed with your printer, you can edit photos, send faxes, maintain your printer, and do
many other tasks. The following is an overview of features of the Productivity Studio and the Solution Center.
 
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							To open the Productivity Studio Welcome Screen, use one of these methods:
Method 1Method 2
From the desktop, double-click the Productivity
Studio icon.1Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click .
In Windows XP and earlier, click Start.
2Click Programs orAll Programs ΠLexmark 6500
Series.
3Select Productivity Studio.
Click the Productivity Studio icon for the task you want to complete. Depending on the printer you have, some of
the features of this software may not be applicable.
ClickToDetails
ScanScan a photo or document.
Save, edit, or share a photo or
document.
CopyCopy a photo or document.
Reprint or enlarge a photo.
FaxSend a photo or document as a fax.
E-mailSend a photo or document as an
attachment to an e-mail message.
Transfer PhotosDownload photos from a memory card,
flash drive, CD, or digital camera to the
Library.
Photo Greeting CardsMake quality greeting cards from your
photos.
Photo PackagesPrint multiple photos in various sizes.
 
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							ClickToDetails
PosterPrint a photo as a multiple-page poster.
At the bottom left corner of the Welcome Screen, there are two Settings choices:
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Printer Status and MaintenanceOpen the Solution Center.
Check ink levels.
Order print cartridges.
Find maintenance information.
Select other Solution Center tabs for more information, including how to
change printer settings and troubleshooting.
Fax History and SettingsSelect printer fax settings for:
Dialing and Sending
Ringing and Answering
Fax Printing/Reports
Speed Dial and Group Dial numbers
The Solution Center is a complete guide to such printing features as printing photos, troubleshooting printing
problems, installing print cartridges, and performing maintenance tasks. To open the Solution Center, use one of
the following methods.
Method 1Method 2
1From the desktop, double-click on the Solution
Center icon.
2Click Setup and diagnose printer.
The Solution Center appears with the Maintenance
tab open.
1Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click .
In Windows XP and earlier, click Start.
2Click Programs orAll Programs ΠLexmark 6500
Series.
3Select Solution Center.
From hereYou can:
How ToLearn how to:
–Use basic features.
–Print, scan, copy, and fax.
–Print projects such as photos, envelopes, cards, banners, iron-on transfers, and
transparencies.
Find the electronic Users Guide for more information.
View ink levels and order new print cartridges.
 
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TroubleshootingLearn tips about the current status.
Solve printer problems.
View ink levels and order new print cartridges.
AdvancedChange the appearance of the Printing Status window.
Turn printing voice notification on or off.
Change network printing settings.
Share information with us regarding how you use the printer.
Obtain software version information.
View ink levels and order new print cartridges.
MaintenanceInstall a new print cartridge.
Note: Wait until scanning is complete before installing a new print cartridge.
Order new print cartridges.
Print a test page.
Clean print cartridges to fix horizontal streaks.
Align print cartridges to fix blurry edges.
View ink levels.
Troubleshoot other ink problems.
Turning printing voice notification on or off
The printer has a voice notification feature that tells you when printing starts and when it is completed.
To turn the voice notification on or off:
1Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click .
In Windows XP and earlier, click Start.
2Click Start ΠPrograms or All Programs ΠLexmark 6500 Series.
3Click Solution Center.
4Click Advanced.
5Click Printing Status.
6Select or clear Play voice notification for printing events.
7Click OK.
 
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							Installing an internal wireless print server
The printer you purchased may contain an internal wireless print server that allows the printer to be used on a wireless
network. If your printer does not have an internal wireless print server already installed, you can purchase one
separately. Use the following instructions to install the internal wireless print server:
1Turn off your printer, and then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
Warning: Failure to unplug the printer can cause damage to your printer and to the internal wireless print server.
Make sure the printer is turned off and the power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet before you proceed.
2Remove the back cover plate by pushing the tab down and then pulling the cover away from the printer.
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3Unpack the internal wireless print server. Save the packaging materials.
Warning: Wireless print servers are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch something metal such as the
printer frame before you touch the wireless print server.
4Align the edges of the internal wireless print server with the guides on the left and right, and then slide the wireless
print server into the printer until it snaps into place.
5Make sure the antenna points up.
6Attach the adhesive label with the MAC address to the back of the printer. You will need this later to network the
printer.
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							Configuring the optional internal wireless print server
If you purchased the optional internal wireless print server after your printer was already set up, follow these steps:
1Install the internal wireless print server into the printer. For more information, see “Installing an optional internal
wireless print server” in the “Setting up the printer” chapter.
2Click Start ΠPrograms or All Programs ΠLexmark 6500 Series.
3Click Wireless Setup.
4Click Start.
5Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
6Click Finish to complete the installation.
What do the Wi-Fi indicator lights mean?
Off indicates that the printer is not turned on, or a wireless print server is not installed.
Select this option:
–If you want to connect the printer to the computer using a USB cable.
–If the printer does not have a wireless print server installed and you want to connect the printer to the
computer using a USB cable.
Orange indicates that the printer is ready to be configured for wireless printing, but it is not connected to a
wireless network.
Select this option if you want to set up the printer on your wireless network.
Orange blinking indicates that the printer is configured, but it is unable to communicate with the wireless
network.
Select this option if you want to modify the wireless settings of the printer.
Green indicates that the printer is connected to a wireless network.
Select this option to start using the printer that is already set up on your wireless network.
Security Information
Third-party applications, including anti-virus, security, and firewall programs may alert you about the printer software
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							Networking
General networking
Networking overview
A network is a collection of devices such as computers, printers, Ethernet hubs, wireless access points, and routers
connected together for communication through cables or through a wireless connection. A network can be either
wired, wireless, or designed to have both wired and wireless devices.
Devices on a wired network use cables to communicate with each other.
Devices on a wireless network use radio waves instead of cables to communicate with each other. For a device to
be able to communicate wirelessly, it must have a wireless print server attached or installed that enables it to receive
and transmit radio waves.
Common home network configurations
For desktop computers, laptops, and printers to communicate with each other over a network, they must be
connected by cables and/or have wireless network adapters built in or installed in them.
There are different ways a network can be set up. Five common examples appear below.
Note: The printers in the following diagrams represent Lexmark printers with Lexmark internal print servers built in
or installed in them so that they can communicate over a network. Lexmark internal print servers are devices made
by Lexmark to enable Lexmark printers to be connected to wired or wireless networks.
Wired network example
A computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected by Ethernet cables to a hub, router, or switch.
The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or a cable modem.
Internet
Wireless network examples
Four common wireless networks appear below:
Scenario 1: Laptop and printer connected wirelessly with Internet
Scenario 2: Computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly with Internet
Scenario 3: Computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly without Internet
Scenario 4: Laptop connected wirelessly to printer without Internet
 
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							Scenario 1: Laptop and printer connected wirelessly with Internet

A computer is connected to a wireless router by an Ethernet cable.
A laptop and a printer are connected wirelessly to the router.
The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or a cable modem.
Internet
Scenario 2: Computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly with Internet

A computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected wirelessly to a wireless router.
The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or a cable modem.
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