Samsung ML-1640/XSA User's Guide

ML-1640 SeriesML-2240 SeriesMono Laser PrinterUser’s Guideimagine the possibilitiesThank you for purchasing a Samsung product.

10_Contents33 Printing problems35 Printing quality problems37 Common Windows problems37 Common Linux problems38 Common Macintosh problemsORDERING SUPP

11 _IntroductionintroductionThese are the main components of your machine:This chapter includes:• Printer overview• Control panel overview• Understand

Introduction_12CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW1On-Line/Error LED Shows the status of your machine. (See "Understanding the control panel" on page 13

Introduction_13UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL PANELThe color of the On-Line/Error LED and toner LED indicates the machine's current status.On-Line/Err

14 _IntroductionSUPPLIED SOFTWAREAfter you have set up your machine and connected it to your computer, you must install the printer software. If you a

15 _Getting startedgetting startedThis chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine.This chapter includes:• Setting up the h

16 _Getting startedSYSTEM REQUIREMENTSBefore you begin, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:WindowsYour machine supports the foll

Getting started_17INSTALLING THE SOFTWAREYou have to install the machine software for printing. The software includes drivers, applications, and other

Selecting and loading print media_18selecting and loading print mediaThis chapter introduces you how to load originals and print media into your machi

19 _Selecting and loading print mediaSpecifications on print mediaTYPE SIZE DIMENSIONSWEIGHTACAPACITYBPlain paper Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches

2_Features of your new laser productfeatures of your new laser productYour new machine is equipped with a number of special features that improve the

20 _Selecting and loading print mediaGuidelines for special print mediaMEDIA TYPE GUIDELINESEnvelopes • Successful printing on envelopes depends upon

Selecting and loading print media_21zLOADING PAPERLoading paper in the trayLoad the print media you use for the majority of your print jobs in the tra

22 _Selecting and loading print media4. Pinch the rear guide to adjust for the paper length and pinch the side guide and slide it to the left flush ag

Selecting and loading print media_233. Load the paper in the manual tray. (For ML-1640 Series, load paper in the paper input tray. 4. When you pr

Basic printing_24basic printingThis chapter explains common printing tasks.This chapter includes:• Printing a document • Canceling a print jobPRINTING

25 _MaintenancemaintenanceThis chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge.This chapter includes:• Cleaning your

26 _Maintenance5. With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartidge area and the toner cartridge cavity. 6. L

Maintenance_27MAINTAINING THE CARTRIDGEToner cartridge storageToner cartridges contain components that are sensitive to light, temperature, and humidi

28 _Maintenance3. Gently shake the toner cartridge from side to side five or six times to redistribute the toner. 4. Reinsert the toner cartridge into

Maintenance_294. Holding both handles on the toner cartridge, thoroughly rock it from side to side to evenly distribute the toner.5. Locate the cartri

Features of your new laser product_3FEATURES BY MODELSThe machine is designed to support all of your document needs.Basic features of this machine inc

Troubleshooting_30troubleshootingThis chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error.This chapter includes:• Tips for avoi

31 _Troubleshooting2. Open the top cover and the inner cover.3. Loosen the paper if it is caught in the heat rollers. Then pull the paper gently out.

Troubleshooting_32Around the toner cartridge1. Open the front cover.2. Pull the toner cartridge out and remove it from the machine.3. Gently pull the

33 _TroubleshootingPrinting problemsThe paper keeps jamming.• There is too much paper in the tray. Remove excess paper from the tray. If you are print

Troubleshooting_34The machine selects print materials from the wrong paper source.The paper source selection in the printer properties may be incorrec

35 _TroubleshootingPrinting quality problemsIf the inside of the machine is dirty or paper has been loaded improperly, you may notice a reduction in p

Troubleshooting_36Background scatterBackground scatter results from bits of toner randomly distributed on the printed page. • The paper may be too dam

37 _TroubleshootingCommon Windows problemsCommon Linux problemsCurlIf the printed paper is curled or paper does not feed into the machine:• Turn over

Troubleshooting_38Common Macintosh problemsCONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONSThe machine does not print PDF file correctly. Some parts of graphics, text, o

39 _Ordering supplies and accessoriesordering supplies and accessoriesThis chapter provides information on purchasing cartridges and accessories avail

4_Features of your new laser productFINDING MORE INFORMATIONYou can find information for setting up and using your machine from the following resource

Specifications_40specificationsThis chapter guides you about this machine’s specifications such as various features.This chapter include:• ML-1640 Ser

Specifications_41ML-2240 SERIES SPECIFICATIONSITEM DESCRIPTIONPrinting methodLaser beam printingPrinting speeda Up to 22 ppm (A4), 23 ppm (Letter)Firs

Glossary_42glossaryADFAn Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) is a mechanism that will automatically feed an original sheet of paper so that the machine ca

43 _GlossaryAn emulator duplicates the functions of one system with a different system, so that the second system behaves like the first system. Emula

Glossary_44LEDA Light-Emitting Diode (LED) is a semiconductor device that indicates the status of a machine. MAC addressMedia Access Control (MAC) ad

45 _GlossarySubnet Mask The subnet mask is used in conjunction with the network address to determine which part of the address is the network address

46_IndexindexCCancel button 12cleaninginside 25outside 25control panel 12Ddemo page, print 15driverinstallation 17Jjamtips for avoiding paper jams 30L

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Contact SAMSUNG worldwide_48contact samsung worldwideIf you have any comments or questions regarding Samsung products, contact the Samsung customer ca

Contact SAMSUNG worldwide_49RUSSIA 8-800-555-55-55 www.samsung.ruSINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)www.samsung.com/sgSLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)ww

Safety information_5safety informationIMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONSWhat the icons and signs in this user’s guide mean:These warning signs a

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1SOFTWARE SECTION CONTENTSChapter 1: INSTALLING PRINTER SOFTWARE IN WINDOWSInstalling Printer Software ...

2Editing a Watermark ... 16Deleting a Watermark ...

3Setting Up the Printer ... 27Printing ...

Installing Printer Software in Windows41 Installing Printer Software in WindowsThis chapter includes:• Installing Printer Software• Reinstalling Print

Installing Printer Software in Windows54Choose the type of installation. Click Next. • Typical: Installs the most common software for your printer. Th

Installing Printer Software in Windows6Reinstalling Printer SoftwareYou can reinstall the software if installation fails.1Start Windows.2From the Star

Basic Printing72 Basic Printing This chapter explains the printing options and common printing tasks in Windows. This chapter includes:• Printing a Do

6_Safety informationLASER SAFETY STATEMENTThe printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J f

Basic Printing8Printing to a file (PRN) You will sometimes need to save the print data as a file for your purpose. To create a file:1Check the Print

Basic Printing9Layout TabThe Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. The Layout Options includes Multiple

Basic Printing10SourceMake sure that Source is set to the corresponding paper tray.Use Manual Feeder when printing on special materials like envelopes

Basic Printing11Advanced OptionsYou can set advanced settings by clicking the Advanced Options button. •Print All Text To Black: When the Print All Te

Basic Printing12About TabUse the About tab to display the copyright notice and the version number of the driver. If you have an Internet browser, you

Advanced Printing133 Advanced PrintingThis chapter explains printing options and advanced printing tasks. NOTE: • Your printer driver Properties windo

Advanced Printing14Printing PostersThis feature allows you to print a single-page document onto 4, 9, or 16 sheets of paper, for the purpose of pastin

Advanced Printing15Printing on Both Sides of PaperYou can print on both sides of a sheet of paper. Before printing, decide how you want your document

Advanced Printing16Using WatermarksThe Watermark option allows you to print text over an existing document. For example, you may want to have large gr

Advanced Printing17Using OverlaysWhat is an Overlay?An overlay is text and/or images stored in the computer hard disk drive (HDD) as a special file fo

Safety information_7OZONE SAFETYDuring normal operation, this machine produces ozone. The ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator. Ho

Sharing the Printer Locally184 Sharing the Printer LocallyYou can connect the printer directly to a selected computer, which is called “host computer,

Using Smart Panel195 Using Smart PanelSmart Panel is a program that monitors and informs you of the status of the printer, and allows you to customize

Using Smart Panel20Opening the Troubleshooting GuideUsing the troubleshooting guide, you can view solutions for error status problems.Right-click (in

Using Your Printer in Linux216 Using Your Printer in Linux You can use your machine in a Linux environment. This chapter includes:• Getting Started• I

Using Your Printer in Linux226When the installation is complete, click Finish.The installation program has added the Unified Driver Configurator deskt

Using Your Printer in Linux23Using the Unified Driver ConfiguratorUnified Linux Driver Configurator is a tool primarily intended for configuring Print

Using Your Printer in Linux24Classes TabThe Classes tab shows a list of available printer classes.•Refresh : Renews the classes list.•Add Class... : A

Using Your Printer in Linux25Printing a DocumentPrinting from ApplicationsThere are a lot of Linux applications that you are allowed to print from usi

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh267 Using Your Printer with a MacintoshYour printer supports Macintosh systems with a built-in USB interface or 10/

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh27Setting Up the Printer Follow the instructions on “Installing Software” on page 26 to install the PPD and Filter

8_Safety informationREPLACING THE FITTED PLUG (FOR UK ONLY)ImportantThe mains lead for this machine is fitted with a standard (BS 1363) 13 amp plug an

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh28Printing NOTES: • The Macintosh printer’s properties window that appears in this User’s Guide may differ dependin

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh29GraphicsThe Graphics tab provides options for selecting Resolution(Quality) and Color Mode. Select Graphics form

30SOFTWARE SECTION INDEXAadvanced printing, use 13Bbooklet printing 14Ddocument, printMacintosh 28Windows 7double-sided printing 15EExtras properties,

31true-type option 10softwareinstallMacintosh 26Windows 4reinstallWindows 6system requirementsMacintosh 26uninstallMacintosh 26Windows 6status monitor

Contents_9contents2 Features of your new laser product5 Safety informationINTRODUCTION11 11 Printer overview11 Front view11 Rear view 12 Control panel