Lexmark Z1420 User Manual

If the printer does not respond:
aPrint a setup page.
bCheck that the printer has an IP address.
cUnder Network Card, check that the Status is listed as Connected.
dCheck that the computer has an IP address.
eFor additional information, refer to the “Wireless troubleshooting” section of the “Troubleshooting” chapter.
Types of wireless networks
Networks can operate in one of two modes: infrastructure or ad hoc. Lexmark recommends setting up a network in
infrastructure mode using the installation CD that...

Learning about the printer
Understanding the parts of the printer
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1Internal wireless adapterConnect to a wireless network.
2Turn the printer on.
Turn the printer off.
–Press and then release the button quickly to enter Power Saver mode.
–Press and hold the button for two seconds to turn the printer off.
Cancel a print job. Press  in the middle of a print job.
Load or eject paper.
Troubleshoot.
3Access coverInstall or change the print cartridges.
Clear paper jams.
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8Paper supportLoad paper.
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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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3Internal wireless adapterConnect to a wireless network.
 
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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 1400 Series folder.
2Double-click the printer Help icon.
Using the printer software
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Imaging StudioPrint documents or photos.
Solution CenterFind troubleshooting, maintenance, and cartridge-ordering information.
Print PropertiesSelect the best print settings for the...

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Photo PackagesPrint multiple photos in various sizes.
SlideshowView a slideshow of your photos.
PosterPrint your photos as a multiple-page poster.
From the bottom left corner of the Welcome screen:
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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...

From hereYou can
How ToLearn how to:
–Print.
–Use basic features.
–Print projects such as photos, envelopes, cards, banners,
iron-on transfers, and transparencies.
Find the electronic Users Guide for more information.
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...

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...

Using the Toolbar
The Toolbar lets you create printer-friendly versions of Web pages.
Note: The Toolbar launches automatically when you browse the Web using Microsoft Windows Internet Explorer
version 5.5 or later.
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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.
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PreviewPreview a Web page before printing.
Resetting printer software settings to defaults
Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users:
1Click Start ΠSettings ΠPrinters or Printers and Faxes.
2Right-click the Lexmark 1400 Series icon.
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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Maintaining the printer
Changing print cartridges
Removing a used print cartridge
1Make sure the printer is on.
2Lift the access cover.
The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is busy.
3Press down on the cartridge carrier lever to raise the cartridge carrier lid.
4Remove the used print cartridge.
If the cartridge you removed is not empty and you want to use it later, see “Preserving the print cartridges” in
the “Maintaining the printer” chapter of the Users...