Samsung ML 1640 User Manual

							11 _Introduction
introduction
These are the main components of your machine:
This chapter includes:
• Printer overview
• Control panel overview
• Understanding the control panel• Supplied software
• Printer driver features
 
PRINTER OVERVIEW
Front view
Rear view
The illustrations of the machine are based on ML-2240 series. ML-1640 series does not have a manual tray.
1Top cover
2Output tray (face down)
3Output support
4Control panel
5Front cover handle
6Front cover
7Paper input tray
8Toner cartridge
9Manual traya
‘10Rear guides
11Paper covera
12Side guides
a. ML-2240 only.
1USB port
2Power switch
3Power receptacle
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CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW
1On-Line/Error LED Shows the status of your machine. (See Understanding the control panel on page 13 for more information.)
2To n e r  L E DShows the status of the toner cartridge. (See Understanding the control panel on page 13 for more information.)
3CancelStops an operation at any time and there are more functions. (See Understanding the control panel on page 13 for more 
information.)
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UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL PANEL
The color of the On-Line/Error LED and toner LED indicates the machines 
current status.
On-Line/Error LED
Toner LEDCancel button
STATUSDESCRIPTION
GreenOnThe machine is warming up or ready to receive the 
data.
BlinkingThe machine is printing data. 
RedOn• The machine is experiencing an error, such as 
open cover, paper empty, installer error,
 or invalid error. 
• The machine is experiencing a service required 
error, such as LSU error, or fuser error. Contact 
your sales or service representative. 
OrangeOnThe machine is experiencing an error such as 
jammed paper.
STATUSDESCRIPTION
RedOnA toner cartridge has reached its estimated 
cartridge life. The printer stops printing. Replace 
the toner cartridge. (See Replacing the toner 
cartridge on page 28.) 
BlinkingSmall amount of toner is left in the cartridge. The 
estimated cartridge life of toner is close. Prepare 
a new cartridge for replacement. You may 
temporarily increase the printing quality by 
redistributing the toner. (See Redistributing 
toner on page 27)  
Rapidly 
blinkingA toner cartridge has almost reached its 
estimated cartridge life. Replace the toner 
cartridge. (See Replacing the toner 
cartridge on page 28.)
All printing errors will be appear in the Smart Panel program window.
Estimated cartridge life means the expected or estimated toner 
cartridge life, which indicates the average capacity of print-outs and is 
designed pursuant to ISO/IEC 19752. (See Specifications on 
page 40.) The number of pages may be affected by operating 
environment, printing interval, media type, and media size. Some 
amount of toner may remain in the cartridge even when the red LED 
turned on and the printer stops printing.
Samsung does not recommend using non-genuine Samsung toner 
cartridge such as refilled or remanufactured. Samsung cannot 
guarantee non-genuine Samsung toner cartridges quality. Service or 
repair required as a result of using non-genuine Samsung toner 
cartridges will not be covered under the machine warranty.
STATUSDESCRIPTION
Printing demo pageIn ready mode, press and hold this 
button until the On-Line/Error LED 
blinks, and release.
Canceling print jobPress this button during printing. The 
red LED blinks while the print job is 
cleared from both the machine and 
the computer, and then the machine 
returns to ready mode. This may take 
some time depending on the size of 
the print job.
Manual printPress this button during printing. The 
On Line/Error LED blinks while the 
print job is cleared from both the 
machine and the computer, and then 
return to ready mode. This may take 
some time depending on the size of 
the print job.
In Manual Feed mode, you can’t 
cancel the print job by pressing this 
button. 
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							14 _Introduction
SUPPLIED SOFTWARE
After you have set up your machine and connected it to your computer, you 
must install the printer software. If you are a Windows or Macintosh OS, 
install the software from the supplied CD and if you are a Linux OS user, 
download the software from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/
printer) and install.
PRINTER DRIVER FEATURES
Your printer drivers support the following standard features:
• Paper orientation, size, source and media type selection
• Number of copies
In addition, you can use various special printing features. The following 
table shows a general overview of features supported by your printer 
drivers:
Printer driver 
OSCONTENTS
Windows•Printer driver: Use this driver to take full advantage of your 
printer’s features.
•
Smart Panel: This program allows you to monitor the 
machine’s status and alerts you when an error occurs 
during printing.
Linux•Printer driver: Use this driver to run your machine from 
a Linux computer and print documents.
•Smart Panel: This program allows you to monitor the 
machine’s status and alerts you when an error occurs 
during printing.
Macintosh•Printer driver: Use this driver to run your machine from 
a Macintosh computer and print documents.
•Smart Panel: This program allows you to monitor the 
machine’s status and alerts you when an error occurs 
during printing.
FEATUREWINDOWSLINUXMACINTOSH
Machine quality optionOO O
Poster printingOX X
Multiple pages per sheet 
(N-up)O O (2,4) O 
Fit to page printingOX
Oa
a. This feature is supported only in MAC OS X 10.4~10.6
Scale printingOX O
WatermarkOX X
OverlayOX X
Toner SaveOXO
Duplex (Manual)OX X
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							15 _Getting started
getting started
This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine.
This chapter includes:
• Setting up the hardware
• Printing a demo page• System requirements
• Installing the software
SETTING UP THE HARDWARE
This section shows the steps to set up the hardware which is explained in 
the Quick Install Guide. Make sure you read Quick Install Guide and 
complete the following steps.
1.Select a stable location. 
Select a level, stable place with adequate space for air circulation. Allow 
extra space to open covers and trays. 
The area should be well-ventilated and away from direct sunlight or 
sources of heat, cold, and humidity. Do not set the machine close to the 
edge of your desk or table.
 
Printing is suitable for altitudes under 1,000 m (3,281 ft). Refer to the 
altitude setting to optimize your printing. Place the machine on a flat and 
stable surface, not letting it lean more than 2 mm (0.08 inches). 
Otherwise, it may affect the printing quality. 
2.Unpack the machine and check all the enclosed items.
3.Remove the tape holding the machine tightly.
4.Install all four of the toner cartridge.
5.Load paper. (See Loading paper on page 21.)
6.Make sure that all the cables are connected to the machine. 7.Turn the machine on. 
PRINTING A DEMO PAGE
Print a demo page to make sure that the machine is operating correctly.
To print a demo page:
In ready mode, press and hold the Cancel button for about 2 seconds.
When you move the machine, do not tilt or turn it upside down. 
Otherwise, the inside of the machine may be contaminated by toner, 
which can cause damage to the machine or bad print quality.
This equipment will be inoperable when mains power fails.
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Before you begin, ensure that your system meets the following 
requirements:
Windows
Your machine supports the following Windows operating systems.
Macintosh
Linux
OPERATING 
SYSTEM
REQUIREMENT (RECOMMENDED)
CPURAMFREE HDD 
SPACE
Windows 
2000Pentium II 400 MHz 
(Pentium III 933 MHz)64 MB 
(256 MB)300 MB
Windows XPPentium III 933 MHz 
(Pentium IV 1 GHz)128 MB 
(256 MB)1GB
Windows 
Server 2003Pentium III 933 MHz 
(Pentium IV 1 GHz)128 MB 
(512 MB)1.25 GB to 
2 GB
Windows 
Server 2008Pentium IV 1 GHz
(Pentium IV 2 GHz)512 MB 
(2048 MB)10 GB
Windows 
VistaPentium IV 3 GHz 512 MB 
(1024 MB)15 GB
Windows 7Pentium IV 1 GHz 32-bit 
or 64-bit processor or 
higher1 GB 
(2 GB)16 GB
• Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB 
memory(to enable the Aero theme).
• DVD-R/W Drive
Windows 
Server 2008 
R2Pentium IV 1 GHz(x86) or 
1.4GHz(x64) 
processors(2GHz or 
faster)512 MB 
(2048 MB)10 GB
• Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for all 
Windows operating systems.
• Users who have an administrator right can install the software.
OPERATING 
SYSTEM
REQUIREMENT (RECOMMENDED)
CPURAM
FREE 
HDD 
SPACE
Mac OS X 10.4 
or lower• Power PC 
G4/G5
•Intel 
processors• 128 MB for a Power 
PC based Mac 
(512 MB)
• 512 MB for an Intel 
based Mac (1 GB)1 GB
Mac OS X 10.5• 867MHz or 
faster Power 
PC G4 /G5
•Intel 
processors512 MB (1 GB) 1 GB
Mac OS X 10.6•Intel 
processors1 GB (2 GB) 1 GB
ITEMREQUIREMENTS
Operating system• RedHat 8.0, 9.0 (32bit)
• RedHat Enterprise Linux WS 4, 5 (32/64bit)
• Fedora Core 1~7 (32/64bit)
• Mandrake 9.2 (32bit), 10.0, 10.1 (32/64bit)
• Mandriva 2005, 2006, 2007 (32/64bit)
• SuSE Linux 8.2, 9.0, 9.1 (32bit)
• SuSE Linux 9.2, 9.3, 10.0, 10.1 10.2 (32/64bit)
• SuSe Linux Enterprise Desktop 9, 10 (32/64bit)
• Ubuntu 6.06, 6.10, 7.04 (32/64bit)
• Debian 3.1, 4.0 (32/64bit)
CPUPentium IV 2.4 GHz (IntelCore2)
RAM512 MB (1024MB)
Free HDD space1GB (2GB)
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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
You have to install the machine software for printing. The software includes 
drivers, applications, and other user friendly programs. 
1.Make sure that your machine is connected to the computer. 
2.Insert the Printer Software CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
The CD-ROM should automatically run, and an installation window 
appears. 
If the installation window does not appear, click Start > Run. Type 
X:\Setup.exe, replacing “X” with the letter which represents your drive 
and click OK.
If you use Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 2008 Server R2 
click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Run, and type 
X:\Setup.exe.
If the AutoPlay window appears in Windows Vista, Windows 7 and 
Windows 2008 Server R2 click Run Setup.exe in Install or run 
program field, and click Continue in the User Account Control 
window.
3.Click Next.    
• The window above may slightly differ, if you are reinstalling the 
driver.
•View User’s Guide: Allows you to view the User’s Guide. If your 
computer does not have Adobe Acrobat, clicking on this button will 
automatically install Adobe Acrobat Reader for you, and then open 
the User’s Guide.4.Select Typical, and then click Next.
 
5.After the installation is finished, a window appears asking you to print a 
test page and to register yourself as a user of Samsung machines in 
order to receive information from Samsung. If  you desire, select the 
corresponding checkbox(es) and click Finish.
The following procedure is based on the Windows XP operating 
system. The procedure and popup window which appear during the 
installation may differ depending on the operating system, the printer 
feature, or the interface in use.
• If your machine does not work properly after the installation, try 
to reinstall the printer driver. See Software section.
• During the printer driver installation process, the driver installer 
detects the location information for your operating system and 
sets the default paper size for your machine. If you use a 
different Windows location, you must change the paper size to 
match the paper you usually use. Go to printer properties to 
change the paper size after installation is complete.
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selecting and loading print media
This chapter introduces you how to load originals and print media into your machine.
This chapter includes:
• Selecting print media
• Loading paper• Printing on special print medias
• Setting the paper size and type
SELECTING PRINT MEDIA
You can print on a variety of print media, such as plain paper, envelopes, 
labels, and transparencies. Always use print media that meets the 
guidelines for use with your machine. Print media that does not meet the 
guidelines outlined in this user’s guide may cause the following problems:
• Poor print quality
• Increased paper jams
• Premature wear on the machine.
Properties, such as weight, composition, grain, and moisture content, are 
important factors that affect the machine’s performance and the output 
quality. When you choose print materials, consider the following:
• The type, size and weight of the print media for your machine are 
described later in this section.
• Desired outcome: The print media you choose should be appropriate for 
your project.
• Brightness: Some print media are whiter than others and produce 
sharper, more vibrant images.
• Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the print media affects how 
crisp the printing looks on the paper.
The illustrations of the machine are based on ML-2240 series. ML-1640 series does not have a manual tray.
• Some print media may meet all of the guidelines in this section and 
still not produce satisfactory results. This may be the result of 
improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, 
or other variables over which Samsung has no control.
• Before purchasing large quantities of print media, ensure that
 it 
meets the requirements specified in this user’s guide. 
Using print media that does not meet these specifications may cause 
problems, requiring repairs. Such repairs are not covered by 
Samsung’s warranty or service agreements.
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							19 _Selecting and loading print media
Specifications on print media
TYPESIZEDIMENSIONSWEIGHTACAPACITYB
Plain paperLetter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches)
• 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb bond) for 
the tray
•60~165g/m
2 (16 to 40 lb bond) for 
manual feeding in the try• 150 sheets of 75 g/m
2 (20 lb 
bond) paper for the tray
• 1 sheet for manual feeding in 
the tray Legal 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches)
Folio 216 x 330 mm (8.5 x 13 inches)
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.26 x 11.69 inches)
Oficio 216 x 343 mm (8.5 x 13.5 inches)
JIS B5 182 x 257 mm (7.16 x 10.11 inches)
ISO B5 176 x 250 mm (6.93 x 9.84 inches) 
Executive 184 x 267 mm (7.25 x 10.5 inches)
A5 148 x 210 mm (5.82 x 8.26 inches)
A6 105 x 148 mm (4.13 x 5.82 inches)
EnvelopeMonarch 98 x 191 mm (3.87 x 7.5 inches)
75 to 90 g/m
2 (20 to 24 lb bond)
1 sheet for manual feeding in 
the tray No. 10 105 x 241 mm (4.12 x 9.5 inches)
DL 110 x 220 mm (4.33 x 8.66 inches)
C5 162 x 229 mm (6.37 x 9.01 inches)
C6 114 x 162 mm (4.48 x 6.38 inches)
Thick paperRefer to the Plain 
paper sectionRefer to the Plain paper section
90 to 105g/m
2 (24 to 28 lb bond)
Labels
cLetter, A4  Refer to the Plain paper section
120 to 150 g/m2 (32 to 40 lb bond)
TransparencyLetter, A4  Refer to the Plain paper section
138 to 146 g/m
2 (37 to 39 lb bond)
Card stockPost card 101.6 x 152.4 mm (4 x 6 inches)
90 to 163 g/m
2 (24 to 40 lb bond)
Minimum size (custom)76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches)
60 to 165 g/m
2 (16 to 40 lb bond) 
Maximum size (custom)216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches)
a. If media weight is over 90 g/m
2 (24 lb bond), load a paper into the tray one by one.
b. Maximum capacity may differ depending on media weight, thickness, and environmental conditions.
c. Smoothness: 100 to 250 (sheffield)
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							20 _Selecting and loading print media
Guidelines for special print media
MEDIA TYPEGUIDELINES
Envelopes• Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the 
quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, 
consider the following factors:
- Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should 
not exceed 90 g/m
2 or jamming may occur.
- Construction: Prior to printing, envelopes should 
lie flat with less than 6 mm curl, and should not 
contain air.
- Condition: Envelopes should not be wrinkled, 
nicked, or otherwise damaged.
- Temperature: You should use envelopes that are 
compatible with the heat and pressure of the 
machine during operation.
• Use only well-constructed envelopes with sharp and 
well creased folds.
• Do not use stamped envelopes.
• Do not use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, 
coated lining, self-adhesive seals, or other synthetic 
materials.
• Do not use damaged or poorly made envelopes.
• Be sure the seam at both ends of the envelope 
extends all the way to the corner of the envelope.
1Acceptable
2Unacceptable
• Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with 
more than one flap that folds over to seal must use 
adhesives compatible with the machine’s fusing 
temperature for 0.1 second. Check your machine’s 
specification to view the fusing temperature, see 
page 40. The extra flaps and strips might cause 
wrinkling, creasing, or jams, and may even damage 
the fuser.
• For the best print quality, position margins no closer 
than 15 mm from the edges of the envelope.
• Avoid printing over the area where the envelope’s 
seams meet.
Labels• To avoid damaging the machine, use only labels 
designed for use in laser machines.
- When selecting labels, consider the following 
factors:
- Adhesives: The adhesive material should be 
stable at your machine’s fusing temperature. 
Check your machine’s specification to view the 
fusing temperature, see page 40.
- Arrangement: Only use labels with no exposed 
backing between them. Labels can peel off sheets 
that have spaces between the labels, causing 
serious jams.
- Curl: Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no 
more than 13 mm of curl in any direction.
- Condition: Do not use labels with wrinkles, 
bubbles, or other indications of separation.
• Make sure that there is no exposed adhesive 
material between labels. Exposed areas can cause 
labels to peel off during printing, which can cause 
paper jams. Exposed adhesive can also cause 
damage to machine components.
• Do not run a sheet of labels through the machine 
more than once. The adhesive backing is designed 
for only a single pass through the machine.
• Do not use labels that are separating from the 
backing sheet or are wrinkled, bubbled, or otherwise 
damaged.
Card stock or 
custom-sized 
materials• Do not print on media smaller than 76 mm wide or 
127 mm long.
• In the software application, set margins at least 
6.4 mm away from the edges of the material.
Transparencies• To avoid damaging the machine, use only 
transparencies designed for use in laser printers.
• Transparencies used in the machine must be able 
to withstand 180 °C, the machine’s fusing 
temperature.
• Place them on a flat surface after removing them 
from the machine.
• Do not leave them in the paper tray for long periods 
of time. Dust and dirt may accumulate on them, 
resulting in spotty printing.
• To avoid smudging caused by fingerprints, handle 
them carefully.
• To avoid fading, do not expose printed 
transparencies to prolonged sunlight.
• Ensure that transparencies are not wrinkled, curled, 
or have any torn edges.
• Do not use transparencies that separates from the 
backing sheet.
• To prevent trancsparencies from sticking to each 
other, do not leave the printed sheets stack up as 
they are printed out. 
MEDIA TYPEGUIDELINES
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