Samsung SCX-5315F User Manual

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ixOzone SafetyDuring normal operation, this product produces ozone. The ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator. However, it is advis

MAINTENANCE7.972Turn the cartridge locking lever upwards to unlock the toner cartridge, then pull the toner cartridge out.NOTE: The toner cartridge mu

MAINTENANCE7.104Unpack the new drum cartridge and slide it into place, making sure not to touch the surface of the drum.5Reinstall the toner cartridge

MAINTENANCE7.117SCX-5115 users should press Menu then press or until “MAINTENANCE” appears on the top line.2Use or until “NEW DRUM” appears on the

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8TROUBLESHOOTINGThis chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error.This chapter includes:• Document Jams• Paper Jams• LCD

TROUBLESHOOTING8.2Document JamsIf a document jams while it is feeding through the ADF, “DOCUMENT JAM” appears on the display.Details for clearing the

TROUBLESHOOTING8.38Exit Misfeed1Open the document cover and turn the release knob to remove the misfed documents from the exit area.2Close the documen

TROUBLESHOOTING8.4Paper JamsIf paper jams occur, “PAPER JAM” appears on the display. Follow the steps below to clear the jam. To avoid tearing the pap

TROUBLESHOOTING8.58If there is any resistance, and the paper does not move immediately when you pull, stop pulling. Then:3Pull the release lever to op

TROUBLESHOOTING8.6Fuser AreaIf the paper jammed in the fuser area, “PAPER JAM 1” appears on the display:NOTE: The fuser area is hot. Take care when re

xRadio Frequency EmissionsFCC Information to the UserThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,

TROUBLESHOOTING8.784Push the fuser lever up, and then close the side cover.Paper Exit AreaIf the paper jammed in the exit area, “PAPER JAM 2” appears

TROUBLESHOOTING8.83Pull down on the fuser lever. This will release pressure on the paper.4Turn the Jam Remove Lever in the direction of the arrow to m

TROUBLESHOOTING8.986Turn the Jam Remove Lever back to the original position.7Close the front cover and the side cover .Duplex JamIf paper jam occurs

TROUBLESHOOTING8.10Bypass Jam“BYPASS JAM” appears on the display when you try to print using the Bypass Tray and the machine does not detect paper due

TROUBLESHOOTING8.118LCD Error MessagesDisplay Meaning SolutionBYPASS JAMThe machine detects no feeding from the Bypass Tray.Load paper in the Bypass T

TROUBLESHOOTING8.12MEMORY FULL(for SCX-5315F only)The memory is full.Either delete unnecessary documents, retransmit after more memory becomes availab

TROUBLESHOOTING8.138Solving ProblemsThe following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the suggested solut

TROUBLESHOOTING8.14Copy image is skewed.Ensure that original is positioned correctly on document glass.Check that the copy paper is loaded correctly.B

TROUBLESHOOTING8.158Printing Problem Solution ChartCondition Probable cause Suggested solutionsYour machine does not print.The IEEE-1284 parallel cabl

TROUBLESHOOTING8.16When printing using the USB connection, an error occurs repeatedly.When the USB mode is set to “FAST” some PC users may experience

xiRinger Equivalence NumberThe Ringer Equivalence Number and FCC Registration Number for this product may be found on the label located on the bottom

TROUBLESHOOTING8.178Irregular faded patches of print.There is a paper quality problem.Use only paper that meets the specifications required by the mac

TROUBLESHOOTING8.18Fax Problem Solution Chart(Available in SCX-5315F only)Condition Suggested solutionsThe machine is not working, there is no display

TROUBLESHOOTING8.198The incoming fax has blank spaces or you received a poor-quality copy.The fax machine sending you the fax may be faulty. The fax m

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AINSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONYou can connect your machine to your network by installing an optional network interface card.This chapter includes:• Inst

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.2Installing a Network Interface CardTo install an optional network interface card, take the following steps:CAUTIONS:•DIS

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.3A4Pull the control board cover slightly towards you and slide it to the left. Remove the cover from the machine.5Remove

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.47Remove the plates covering the network port and LED slots from the port cover.8Insert the two teeth at the bottom of th

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.5A10Align the connector of the network interface card with the network card port on the control board and press the card

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.613Plug one end of the 10/100 Base-TX network cable into the network interface connector and the other end into the netwo

xiiDeclaration of Conformity (European Countries)Approvals and CertificationsThe CE marking applied to this product symbolises Samsung Electronics Co.

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.7ASupported Operating Systems• IPX/SPX: Internet Packet eXchange/Sequenced Packet eXchange• TCP/IP: Transmission Control

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.8Configuring TCP/IPYour printer can be set up on a variety of TCP/IP networks. There are two ways that your printer can b

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.9A10Enter a number between 0 and 255 for each byte and press Mode/Enter (Enter for SCX-5115).You can move between each by

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.10Configuring NetwareOn IPX/SPX protocol networks (for example, Novell NetWare), the format of network communication fram

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.11ARestoring the Network ConfigurationYou can return the network configuration to its default settings.1Press Menu/Exit a

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.12Configuring the Samsung Network Printer PortThe supplied network programme installation CD-ROM contains Samsung Network

INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONA.13ASelecting the Samsung Network Printer PortTo print to the Samsung Network Printer port, you need to select it in the p

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BSPECIFICATIONSThis chapter includes:• General Specifications• Scanner and Copy Specifications• Printer Specifications• Facsimile Specifications (SCX-

SPECIFICATIONSB.2General SpecificationsItem DescriptionPrinting method Laser scanning unitScanning methodSheet-fed and Flat-bed CCD(charge coupled dev

xiiiReplacing the Fitted Plug (for UK Only)IMPORTANTThe mains lead for this machine is fitted with a standard (BS 1363) 13 amp plug and has a 13 amp f

SPECIFICATIONSB.3BScanner and Copy SpecificationsLCD 16 Characters x 2 linesToner cartridge life6,000 pages @ IDC 5% coverage Drum cartridge life15,00

SPECIFICATIONSB.4Printer SpecificationsFacsimile Specifications(SCX-5315F only) Item DescriptionPrinting method Laser Scanning UnitPrinting speed15 pa

SPECIFICATIONSB.5BUser Memory 4 MB (320 pages)Halftone 256 levelsAuto dialerOne-touch dialling (registration for 40 numbers)Speed dialling (registrati

INDEXAADF load 4.3Bbooklet print 5.8Ccartridge locking lever 1.16clonein copy mode 4.10in print mode 5.7collation for copying 4.12consumables 7.11cont

in copy mode 4.2in print mode 5.5paper type 3.2parallel, connect 1.13poster print 5.9power save 1.22printer driverinstall 2.4uninstall 2.8printer driv

xivNOTE: Any queries, problems or requests for accessories/Information as well as service should be directed at the address shown in your warranty pap

1GETTING STARTEDThank you for purchasing Samsung multifunctional product. This machine provides printing, copying, scanning, and faxing (SCX-5315F onl

GETTING STARTED1.2Unpacking1Remove the shipping tape from the front, back, and sides of the machine.2Remove the label completely from the scanner modu

GETTING STARTED1.314Ensure that you have the following:NOTE: You can purchase and install an optional Network Print Server. For details, see Appendix

GETTING STARTED1.4Component LocationTake a moment to familiarise yourself with the main components of your machine.Front ViewAutomatic Document Feeder

This manual is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not

GETTING STARTED1.51Rear ViewPaper Exit ExtensionADF (Automatic Document Feeder) ConnectorDocument CoverPaper CassetteTelephoneConnections(available in

GETTING STARTED1.6Control Panel FunctionsSCX-5315F48121110132 7193 5 61Used to store frequently dialled fax numbers and dial them with the touch of on

GETTING STARTED1.713(status map)When an error occurs, the light on the corresponding location on the Status map turns on, as well as the error indicat

GETTING STARTED1.8* Navigation buttons7SAVEAllows you to save toner by using less toner to print a document.Allows you to save power by reducing power

GETTING STARTED1.91SCX-5115291056871341(status map)When an error occurs, the light on the corresponding location on the Status map turns on, as well a

GETTING STARTED1.103COPYUsed to adjust the contrast of the current copy job.Used to select the text type for the current copy job.Used to specify the

GETTING STARTED1.111Making Connections1Connect the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) cord to this port and fasten the side screws.NOTE: Without connecti

GETTING STARTED1.12If you want to use your machine for receiving both faxes and voice calls, you will need to connect a telephone and/or answering mac

GETTING STARTED1.1313Connect the USB cable which came with your machine.If you want to use a parallel printer cable, only use a IEEE-1284 compliant ca

GETTING STARTED1.14Installing the Drum and Toner Cartridges1Pull the release lever to open the side cover.CAUTION: Ensure that the side cover is alway

iiCONTENTSChapter 1: GETTING STARTEDUnpacking ... 1.2Component Location ...

GETTING STARTED1.1514Remove the drum cartridge from its bag and slide it into the machine firmly until it locks into place completely.5Remove the star

GETTING STARTED1.167Turn the cartridge locking lever downwards until it locks into place.8Close the front cover and then side cover .NOTE: When the

GETTING STARTED1.171Turning the Machine On 1Plug one end of the supplied three-wire electrical grounding type cord into the AC socket on the machine a

GETTING STARTED1.182Push down on the pressure plate until it locks in position.3Adjust the rear paper guide to the desired paper length. It is preset

GETTING STARTED1.1915Ensure that the paper corners are under the corner snubbers.Do not fill above the max fill line.6While pinching the side guide as

GETTING STARTED1.20Setting the Paper SizeAfter loading paper in the paper cassette, you need to set the paper size using the control panel buttons. Th

GETTING STARTED1.211Using Save ModesToner SaveThe Toner Save feature allows the printer to use less toner on each page. Activating this mode extends t

GETTING STARTED1.22Power SaveThe Power Save mode allows the printer to reduce power consumption when it is not in actual use. To turn the Power Save m

2INSTALLING SOFTWAREThis chapter provides information about installing the supplied Samsung software. You must install the Samsung software to use you

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.2About Samsung SoftwareYou must install the SmarThru CD-ROM after you have set up your machine and connected it to your computer.

iiiChapter 3: PAPER HANDLINGSelecting Print Media ... 3.2Paper Guidelines ...

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.32System RequirementsBefore you begin, ensure that your system meets the minimum requirements.Supported Operating SystemWindows 9

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.4Installing Samsung SoftwareNOTES: •For Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP users, cancel the “New Hardware Found” screen when the co

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.525The SmarThru installation supports three types of setup:•Typical: Program will be installed with the most common options and i

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.67Choosing SmarThru networking option allows you to share the modems on other computers in your network, and your machine as a sc

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.728Click Next.9When the installation is completed, shut down and restart your computer. If your computer does not shut down and r

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.8Uninstalling Samsung SoftwareUninstall is required if you are upgrading the software or if your installation fails. You can unin

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.923When your computer confirms your selection, click Yes. The selected printer driver and all its components are removed from you

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.10Uninstalling Samsung SmarThru1From the Start menu, select Programs.2Select Samsung SmarThru, then select SmarThru 3 Uninstall.3

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.1125Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the un-installation. The SmarThru software and all components will be removed.

INSTALLING SOFTWARE2.12Using the SmarThru CD-ROMYou can uninstall both the MFP driver and the SmarThru software with the CD-ROM you have used to insta

ivChapter 6: SCANNINGScanning using the Samsung SmarThru ... 6.2Scanning Process with TWAIN-enabled Software ... 6.4Chapter 7: MA

3PAPER HANDLINGThis chapter introduces you to the basics of selecting print media and loading print media into your machine.This chapter includes:• Se

PAPER HANDLING3.2Selecting Print MediaAlways use print media that meets the guidelines for use with this machine. Using a print media that is not reco

PAPER HANDLING3.33Paper GuidelinesWhen selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special media, keep these guidelines in mind:•Attempting to pri

PAPER HANDLING3.4• Store unused media at temperatures between 59oF and 86oF (15oC to 30oC). The relative humidity should be between 10% and 70%.• Do n

PAPER HANDLING3.53You can load letterhead paper with the design side facing up. The top edge of the sheet with the logo should be placed at the right

PAPER HANDLING3.6Using the Bypass TrayBypass Tray is located at the right side of your machine. It can be closed when you are not using it, making the

PAPER HANDLING3.73To load print media in the Bypass Tray:1Lower the Bypass Tray, located on the right side of the machine. Unfold the paper support ex

PAPER HANDLING3.84Adjust the paper guide to the width of the stack of print material.Make sure that you have not loaded too much print media. The stac

PAPER HANDLING3.93Setting the Paper Size for CopyingAfter loading paper in the paper cassette or the Bypass Tray, you need to set the correct paper si

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vAppendix A: INSTALLING A NETWORK OPTIONInstalling a Network Interface Card ... A.2Configuring Network Parameters ...

4COPYINGThis chapter provides step-by-step instructions for copying documents.This chapter includes:• Loading Paper for Copy Output• Selecting a Paper

COPYING4.2Loading Paper for Copy OutputYou can copy to a size of media as small as an index card (3.9 by 5.8 inch) or as large as a sheet of legal-siz

COPYING4.34Making Copies from the Automatic Document FeederUsing the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder), you can load up to 30 documents (20lb, 75 g/m2)

COPYING4.46Press Copy/Start to begin copying. The display shows the copy processing.NOTE: Dust on the ADF glass may cause black lines on the printout,

COPYING4.54NOTE: Make sure that no other documents are in the ADF. If a document is detected in the ADF, this document has the priority rather than th

COPYING4.6Setting Copy OptionsThe following buttons on the control panel let you set all the basic copy options; contrast, image type, number of copie

COPYING4.74ContrastIf you have an original document containing faint markings or dark images, you can adjust the brightness to make a copy that is eas

COPYING4.8ZoomUsing the Zoom () button, you can reduce or enlarge the size of a copied image by 25% to 400% when you copy the original from the docume

COPYING4.94Auto Fit CopyingThis feature automatically reduces or enlarges the original image to fit on the paper currently loaded in the machine, so y

COPYING4.10Clone CopyingThe Clone feature prints multiple image copies on a single page. The number of images is automatically determined by the origi

viImportant Precautions and Safety InformationWhen using this product, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire

COPYING4.114Duplex CopyingDuplex copying allows you to print on both sides of the paper.Before printing in the duplex mode, decide on which edge you w

COPYING4.128When the document is fed from the document glass, the display shows “SCAN SIDE 2?” on the top line after the page is scanned into the memo

COPYING4.1344Press Mode/Enter (Enter on SCX-5115) to save the selection.5If necessary, customise the copy settings including the number of copies, cop

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5PRINTINGRead this chapter to learn how to select and load print media and how to use the print settings. This topics included in this chapter are:• P

PRINTING5.2Printing a DocumentThis procedure describes the general steps required for printing from various Windows applications. The exact steps for

PRINTING5.355Click OK to close the Properties dialogue box.6After making any necessary changes to the printing parameters, click OK to start the print

PRINTING5.4Windows NT 4.0• Select the File > Print > Properties or File > Print Setup command from within any Windows application.Or• Select

PRINTING5.55Paper Tab Use the Paper tab to select the size of paper you have in your printer, the orientation, the number of copies to print, etc.Clic

PRINTING5.6Graphic Tab The Graphic tab allows you to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs.You can select the printing resolution.

vii• If liquid has been spilled into the product. • If the product has been exposed to rain or water.• If the product does not operate properly after

PRINTING5.75Output TabThe Output tab provides options for you to adjust how the document will appear on the printed page. The Output Mode Type options

PRINTING5.8Booklet PrintingThe Booklet Printing option allows you to print a document out as a booklet. Once your document prints, fold the pages in h

PRINTING5.95PosterChoose the Poster option to enlarge the printed document.To determine the scaling factor, select the style. You can choose from: 2x2

PRINTING5.10Duplex PrintingChoose the Duplex option from the Output tab to print the document on both sides of the paper.Duplex printing is available

PRINTING5.115Watermark TabThe Watermark tab allows you to create a background image of text to print on each page of your document.Watermarks are usef

PRINTING5.12About TabThe About tab gives you the programme version number. If you click on the globe image on the window, you will be connected to the

PRINTING5.1354Click Start and select Printers from Settings. Double-click your printer name. 5Select Properties in the Printer menu. 6Click the Sharin

PRINTING5.14For Windows XP, check the Share this printer box. 6For Windows NT 4.0, fill in the Share Name field and click OK. For Windows 2000/XP, fil

6SCANNINGScanning with your machine lets you turn pictures and text into digital files on your computer. Then you can fax or e-mail the files, display

SCANNING6.2Scanning using the Samsung SmarThruSmarThru is the accompanying software for your machine. With SmarThru, scanning becomes a pleasure.Take

viiiLaser Safety StatementThe printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) la

SCANNING6.363To open the Scan Wizard, click the Scan Wizard icon in the plugin bar on the left of the SmarThru 3 window.The Scan Wizard lets you use t

SCANNING6.44Click the desired service.5The Samsung Scan Manager opens for the selected service. Adjust the scan settings. You can use the Help button

7MAINTENANCEThis chapter provides information for maintaining the cartridge and your machine.This chapter includes:• Cleaning the Scan Unit• Expected

MAINTENANCE7.2Cleaning the Scan UnitKeeping the scan unit clean helps ensure the best possible copies. We suggests that you clean the scan unit at the

MAINTENANCE7.37Expected Cartridge LifeThe life of your toner cartridge depends on the amount of toner used in each print job. For instance, when you p

MAINTENANCE7.42 Open the front cover.3Turn the cartridge locking lever upwards to release the toner cartridge.4Pull the toner cartridge out and gently

MAINTENANCE7.575Reinstall the cartridge and turn the cartridge locking lever downwards.6Close the front cover, then the side cover. The display shows

MAINTENANCE7.63Pull the used cartridge out.NOTE: Help the environment by recycling your used toner cartridge. Refer to the recycling brochure packed w

MAINTENANCE7.77Setting to Notify Toner Low (Available in SCX-5315F only)If you have set this NOTIFY TONER LOW menu option to “ON,” your machine automa

MAINTENANCE7.8Cleaning the DrumIf there are streaks or spots on your print, the drum cartridge may require cleaning.1Before setting the cleaning proce