Lexmark Z 1300 Manual

Setting up the printer
To set up the printer, follow the instructions on the Setup sheet that came with the product.
Checking the box contents
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NameDescription
1Power supply cordFits into the power supply attached to the back of the printer.
2Installation software CDInstallation software for the printer
Help
Users Guide in electronic format (printed Users Guide only available in certain
geographies)
3Color print cartridgeCartridge to be installed in the right cartridge carrier. For more...

Learning about the printer
Understanding the parts of the printer
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Use theTo
1Turn the printer on and off.
Cancel a print job. Press  in the middle of a print job.
Load or eject paper.
Troubleshoot. For more information, see “Blinking power light troubleshooting” on
page 46.
2Access coverInstall or change the print cartridges.
Clear paper jams.
3Paper exit trayStack paper as it exits.
4Paper feed guardPrevent items from falling into the paper slot.
5Paper guideKeep paper straight when...

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1USB portConnect the printer to a computer using a USB cable.
2Power supplyConnect the printer to a power source using the power cord.
1Plug the power cord all the way into the power supply on the printer.
2Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using.
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3If the  light is not on, press .
 
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Learning about the software
This chapter tells how to use the printer with Windows operating systems. If you are using a Macintosh operating
system, see the Mac Help:
1From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 1300 Series folder.
2Double-click the printer Help icon.
Using the printer software
Use this softwareTo
Imaging StudioPrint documents or photos.
Solution CenterFind troubleshooting, maintenance, and cartridge-ordering information.
Print PropertiesSelect the best print settings for the...

ClickTo accessDetails
SlideshowView a slideshow of your photos.
PosterPrint your photos as a multiple-page poster.
From the bottom left corner of the Welcome screen:
ClickTo
Setup and diagnose printerCheck ink levels.
Order print cartridges.
Find maintenance information.
Select other Solution Center tabs for more information, including how to change
printer settings and troubleshooting.
Using the Solution Center
The Solution Center provides help, as well as information about the printer status and ink...

From hereYou can
TroubleshootingLearn tips about the current status.
Solve printer problems.
MaintenanceInstall a new print cartridge.
View shopping options for new cartridges.
Print a test page.
Clean to fix horizontal streaks.
Align to fix blurry edges.
Troubleshoot other ink problems.
Contact InformationLearn how to contact us by telephone or on the World Wide Web.
AdvancedChange the appearance of the Printing Status window.
Download the newest software files.
Turn printing voice notification on or...

Using the Save Settings menu
From the “Save Settings” menu, you can name and save the current Print Properties settings for future use. You
can save up to five custom settings.
Using the I Want To menu
The “I Want To” menu contains a variety of task wizards (printing a photo, an envelope, a banner, a poster, or printing
on both sides of the paper) to help you select the correct print settings for a project.
Using the Options menu
Use the “Options” menu to make changes to the Quality Options, Layout...

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Select Page Setup options.
Select Options to customize the toolbar appearance or select a different setting
for printing photos.
Access links to the Lexmark Web site.
Access Help for additional information.
Uninstall the Toolbar.
NormalPrint an entire Web page in normal quality.
QuickPrint an entire Web page in draft quality.
Black and WhitePrint an entire Web page in black and white.
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Print only the text of a Web page.
PhotosPrint only the photos or images on a Web page.
Note: The...

3Click Printing Preferences.
4Click the Save Settings menu.
5From the Restore section, select Factory Settings (Defaults).
Note: Factory default settings cannot be deleted.
 
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Loading paper and various paper types
Loading paper
1Make sure:
You use paper designed for inkjet printers.
The paper is not used or damaged.
If you are using specialty paper, you follow the instructions that came with it.
You do not force paper into the printer.
2Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support.
3Adjust the paper guide until it rests against the left edge of the paper.
Note: To avoid paper jams, make sure the paper does not buckle when you adjust the paper guide....