SCX-6545N SeriesMulti Functional PrinterUser’s Guideimagine the possibilitiesThank you for purchasing a Samsung product.
9•Brown: LiveIf the wires in the mains lead do not match the colors marked in your plug, do the following:You must connect the green and yellow wire t
Troubleshooting_99Finisher error: [zzz]. Please turn off then onThere is a problem in the finisher unit.Turn the machine off and reinstall the finishe
100 _TroubleshootingPaper Jam in tray 1 Paper misfed from trayOr paper has jammed in the tray feed area. Or the tray cover is opened.Clear the jam. (S
Troubleshooting_ 101SOLVING OTHER PROBLEMSThe following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the suggested
102 _TroubleshootingPrinting problemsCONDITIONPOSSIBLE CAUSESUGGESTED SOLUTIONSThe machine does not print.The machine is not receiving power.Check the
Troubleshooting_ 103Printing quality problemsIf the inside of the machine is dirty or paper has been loaded improperly, you may notice a reduction in
104 _TroubleshootingWhite Spots White spots appears on the page:• The paper is too rough and a lot of dirt from a paper falls to the inner devices wi
Troubleshooting_ 105Copying problemsCurl or wave• Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.• Check the paper type and quality. Both high temperature a
106 _TroubleshootingScanning problemsSamsung Scan Manager ProblemFax problemsCopy image is skewed.• Ensure that the original is face down on the scann
Troubleshooting_ 107Common PostScript problemsThe following situations are PS language specific and may occur when several printer languages are being
108 _TroubleshootingCommon Windows problems Common Linux problemsCONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS“File in Use” message appears during installation.Exit a
10This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young([email protected]). This product includes software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@cry
Troubleshooting_ 109Common Macintosh problemsI cannot scan via Gimp Front-end.• Check if Gimp Front-end has “Xsane: Device dialog.” on the “Acquire” m
110 _TroubleshootingThe document has printed, but the print job has not disappeared from the spooler in Mac OS 10.3.2.Update your Mac OS to OS 10.3.3.
Ordering supplies and accessories_ 111ordering supplies and accessoriesThis chapter provides information on purchasing cartridges and accessories avai
112 _Ordering supplies and accessoriesHOW TO PURCHASETo order Samsung-authorized supplies or accessories, contact your local Samsung dealer or the ret
Installing accessories_ 113installing accessoriesYour machine is a full-featured model that has been optimized to meet most of your printing needs. Re
114 _Installing accessories6. Replace the control board cover. 7. Reconnect the power cord and printer cable, and turn the machine on.Activating the a
Installing accessories_ 115ENABLING FAX FEATURE AFTER INSTALLING THE FAX OPTION KITAfter installing the Fax kit, you have to set up the machine in ord
116 _SpecificationsspecificationsThis chapter guides you about this machine’s specifications such as various features.This chapter includes;• General
Specifications_ 117COPIER SPECIFICATIONSSCANNER SPECIFICATIONSFACSIMILE SPECIFICATIONS (OPTIONAL)a.Print speed will be affected by operating system us
118 _GlossaryglossaryADFAn Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) is a mechanism that will automatically feed an original sheet of paper so that the machine
Glossary_ 119An emulator duplicates the functions of one system with a different system, so that the second system behaves like the first system. Emul
120 _GlossaryLEDLEDA Light-Emitting Diode (LED) is a semiconductor device that indicates the status of a machine. MAC addressMedia Access Control (MAC
Glossary_ 121Subnet Mask The subnet mask is used in conjunction with the network address to determine which part of the address is the network address
122indexAADF, load 33adjustmentaltitude 29admin setting 76altitude adjustment 78answering machine/fax 63authenticationnetwork accounting 81printing a
123Gray scan 57, 73GroupGroup fax number 65IID copy 44ID stamp in copying 78imaging unit 18imaging unit reorder notification 84Individualemail address
124problem, solveLinux 108printing quality 103problemscopying 105display message 98faxing 106paper feeder 101PostScript 107printing 102scanning 106tou
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121 Features of your new laser MFP4 Safety InformationINTRODUCTION18 18 Printer overview18 Front view18 Rear view 19 Control panel overview 20 Introdu
Samsung PrinterSoftware section
1Software section Contents1. Installing Printer Software in WindowsInstalling Printer Software ...
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Installing Printer Software in Windows51 Installing Printer Software in WindowsThis chapter includes:• Installing Printer Software• Reinstalling Print
Installing Printer Software in Windows6NOTE: If your printer is not already connected to the computer, the following window will appear.• After connec
Installing Printer Software in Windows74Select Custom installation. Click Next.5Select your printer and click Next.NOTE: If your printer is not alread
Installing Printer Software in Windows8Installing Software for Network PrintingWhen you connect your printer to a network, you must first configure th
Installing Printer Software in Windows96After the installation is finished, a window appears asking you to print a test page and to register yourself
13contents39 In the multi-purpose tray 40 Setting the paper size and typeCOPYING41 41 Understanding the Copy screen41 Basic tab41 Advanced tab42 Image
Installing Printer Software in Windows10To verify your printer’s IP address or the MAC address, print a Network Configuration page.•To find a shared n
Installing Printer Software in Windows11Reinstalling Printer SoftwareYou can reinstall the software if installation fails.1Start Windows.2From the Sta
Installing Printer Software in Windows12Removing Printer Software1Start Windows.2From the Start menu select Programs or All Programs → your printer dr
Basic Printing132 Basic Printing This chapter explains the printing options and common printing tasks in Windows. This chapter includes:• Printing a D
Basic Printing14Printing 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 Printing15Basic TabUse Basic tab to adjust how the document appear on the printed page. Click the Basic tab to display the options shown below.
Basic Printing16- Plain: Normal plain paper. Select this type if your machine is monochrome and printing on the 60 g./m2 (16 lb) cotton paper.- Thick:
Basic Printing17NOTE: If you click Reset, settings in the Advanced option returns to the default setting.Toner SaveThis option allows you to extend th
Basic Printing182Enter a name for the item in the Presets input box. 3Click Save. When you save Presets, all current driver settings are saved.To use
Advanced Printing193 Advanced PrintingThis chapter explains printing options and advanced printing tasks. NOTE: • Your printer driver Properties windo
1457 Darkness57 Erase Background57 Scan to Edge57 Quality57 File Format57 Scan PresetBASIC PRINTING59 59 Printing a document 59 Canceling a print jobF
Advanced Printing20Printing PostersThis feature allows you to print a single-page document onto 4, 9, or 16 sheets of paper, for the purpose of pastin
Advanced Printing21Printing on Both Sides of PaperYou can print on both sides of a paper; duplex. Before printing, decide how you want your document o
Advanced Printing22Using WatermarksThe Watermark option allows you to print text over an existing document. For example, you may want to have large gr
Advanced Printing23Using OverlaysWhat is an Overlay?An overlay is text and/or images stored in the computer hard disk drive (HDD) as a special file fo
Using Windows PostScript Driver244 Using Windows PostScript DriverIf you want to use the PostScript driver provided with your system CD-ROM to print a
Using Windows PostScript Driver25Pages Per SheetYou can select the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. To print more than one page pe
Using Direct Printing Utility265 Using Direct Printing UtilityThis chapter explains how to use Direct Printing Utility to print PDF files without havi
Sharing the Printer Locally276 Sharing the Printer LocallyYou can connect the printer directly to a selected computer, which is called “host computer,
Scanning287 ScanningScanning with your machine lets you turn pictures and text into digital files on your computer. Then you can fax or e-mail the fil
Scanning29to activate the SmarThru Office launcher. 2Scan Setting window opens. •Select Scanner: Allows you to select between the Local or Network sca
15contents68 Forwarding a sent fax to other destination by a fax69 Forwarding a received fax to other destination by a fax69 Forwarding a sent fax to
Scanning30Scanning Process with TWAIN-enabled Software If you want to scan documents using other software, you will need to use TWAIN-compliant softwa
Using Smart Panel318 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 Panel32Opening the Troubleshooting GuideUsing the troubleshooting guide, you can view solutions for error status problems.Right-click (in
Using Your Printer in Linux339 Using Your Printer in Linux You can use your machine in a Linux environment. This chapter includes:• Getting Started• I
Using Your Printer in Linux345When the installation is complete, click Finish.The installation program has added the Unified Driver Configurator deskt
Using Your Printer in Linux35Using the Unified Driver ConfiguratorUnified Linux Driver Configurator is a tool primarily intended for configuring Print
Using Your Printer in Linux36Classes TabThe Classes tab shows a list of available printer classes.•Refresh : Renews the classes list.•Add Class... : A
Using Your Printer in Linux37Configuring Printer PropertiesUsing the properties window provided by the Printers configuration, you can change the vari
Using Your Printer in Linux38•Text - allows you to specify the page margins and set the text options, such as spacing or columns.•Graphics - allows yo
Using Your Printer in Linux39The document is scanned and the image preview appears in the Preview Pane.7Change the scan options in the Image Quality a
16 85 Checking Document Box 85 Cleaning your machine85 Cleaning the outside85 Cleaning the inside85 Cleaning the transfer unit85 Cleaning the scan uni
Using Your Printer in Linux40For further details about the Image Manager application, refer to the onscreen help.Cancels your last action.Restores the
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh4110Using Your Printer with a MacintoshYour machine supports Macintosh systems with a built-in USB interface or a 1
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh428When the message which warns that all applications will close on your computer appears, click Continue.9When the
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh43For a USB-connected1Follow the instructions on “Installing Software” on page 41 to install the PPD file on your c
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh44Printing NOTES: • The Macintosh printer’s properties window that appears in this User’s Guide may differ dependin
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh45GraphicsThe Graphics tab provides options for selecting Resolution. Select Graphics from the drop-down list under
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh46Printer SettingsThis option allows you to extend the life of your toner cartridge and reduces the cost per page w
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh47Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of PaperYou can print more than one page on a single sheet of paper. This fe
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh48Scanning You can scan documents using Image Capture program. Macintosh OS offers Image Capture program. Scanning
49Software section IndexAadvanced printing, use 19Advanced properties, set 17BBasic properties, setWindows 15booklet printing 20Ccancelingscan 30Ddocu
17contents 115 Enabling Fax feature after installing the fax option kitSPECIFICATIONS116 116 General specifications 116 Printer specifications 117 Cop
50printing 38SscanningLinux 38SmarThru 28TWAIN 30WIA driver 30scanning from Macintosh 48settingfavorites 17toner save 17true-type option 16Smart Panel
18 _IntroductionintroductionThese are the main components of your machine:This chapter includes• Printer overview• Control panel overview• Introducing
1features of your new laser MFPThank you for purchasing this Samsung multifunctional product. Your machine provides printing, copying, scanning, and f
Introduction_19CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW1Machine SetupLeads you to the machine setup and advanced settings. (See "Machine Setup" on page 76.)2J
20 _IntroductionINTRODUCING THE TOUCH SCREEN AND USEFUL BUTTONSTouch screenThe touch screen allows for user-friendly operation of the machine. Once yo
Introduction_21Interrupt buttonWhen you press this button, the machine goes into interrupt mode which means it stops a printing job for urgent copy jo
22 _IntroductionMENU OVERVIEWThe control panel provides access to various menus to set up the machine or use the machine's functions. These menus
Introduction_23Admin SettingUsage Page ReportWhen the display “Are you sure you want to print it?” shows, press “Yes”.Job Status buttonThis menu shows
24 _IntroductionSUPPLIED SOFTWAREYou must install the printer and scanner software using the supplied CD after you have set up your machine and connec
Introduction_25Scheduled Print OOXOSpool Print OOXOProof Print OOXXStapler OOOOa.The machine with Duplex feature prints both side of a paper.FEATUREPC
26 _Getting Startedgetting startedThis chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine.This chapter includes:• Setting up the h
Getting Started_27Configuring network protocol via the machineYou can set up TCP/IP network parameters, follow the steps listed below. 1. Make sure yo
28 _Getting StartedMacintoshLinuxINSTALLING THE SOFTWAREYou have to install the machine software for printing. The software includes drivers, applicat
2FEATURES BY MODELSThe machine is designed to support all of your document needs – from printing and copying, to more advanced networking solutions fo
Getting Started_295. The list of machines available on the network appears. Select the printer you want to install from the list and then click Next.
30 _Getting StartedSetting the date and timeWhen you set the time and date, they are used in Delay fax and Delay Print, also they are printed on repor
Getting Started_315. Press the function you want to change, and change its settings.For example, if you want to change the default setting of the brig
32 _Getting Startednecessary, restart the computer’s firewall. You have successfully changed the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.IP setting using
Loading originals and print media_33loading originals and print mediaThis chapter introduces you to how to load originals and print media into your ma
34 _Loading originals and print media2. Adjust the document width guides to the paper size.SELECTING PRINT MEDIAYou can print on a variety of print me
Loading originals and print media_35Specification on print mediaTYPE SIZE DIMENSIONSWEIGHTACAPACITYBPlain paper Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches)•
36 _Loading originals and print mediaMedia sizes supported in each mode Guidelines for special print mediaMODE SIZE SOURCECopy mode Letter, A4, Legal,
Loading originals and print media_37CHANGING THE SIZE OF THE PAPER IN THE PAPER TRAYTo load longer sizes of paper, such as Legal-sized paper, you need
38 _Loading originals and print media2. After inserting paper into the tray, while pinching the paper width guide as shown, move it toward the stack o
3FINDING MORE INFORMATIONYou can find information for setting up and using your machine from the following resources, either as a print-out or onscree
Loading originals and print media_39In the multi-purpose trayThe multi-purpose tray can hold special sizes and types of print material, such as postca
40 _Loading originals and print media4. Squeeze the multi-purpose tray paper width guides and adjust them to the width of the paper. Do not force too
Copying_41copyingThis chapter gives you information about using your machine as a copy machine.This chapter includes• Understanding the Copy screen• C
42 _CopyingImage tab• Erase Edge: Allows you to erase punch holes, staple marks, and fold creases along any of the four documents edges. (See "Er
Copying_43pages, 1st page is the letter-sized paper, 2nd page is the legal-sized paper, and 3rd page is the letter-sized paper, then the machine print
44 _Copying• Reverse 2 -> 2 Sided: Scans the both sides of originals and prints them on both sides of a paper. But the machine reverses the print o
Copying_456. Turn the original over and place it on the scanner glass, where arrows indicate as shown. Then, close the scanner lid. 7. Press Start on
46 _CopyingPoster copyingYour original will be divided into 9 portions. You can paste the printed pages together to make one poster-sized document. Th
Copying_471. Place the originals face up in the DADF. Or place a single original face down on the scanner glass. (See "Loading originals" on
48 _CopyingShifting marginsYou can secure a room for binding by shifting the margin of a page.1. Place the originals face up in the DADF. Or place a s
4safety informationIMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONSWhat the icons and signs in this user manual mean:These warning signs are here to prevent i
Scanning_49scanningScanning with your machine lets you turn pictures and text into digital files that can be stored on your computer. Then you can fax
50 _ScanningBasic tabThis section explains the Basic tab of Scan to Email and Scan to Server, and Scan to PC's basic screen.Scan to Email• From:
Scanning_51• Color Mode: Adjusts the color options of the scan output. If the original is color and you want to scan in color, press Color Mode. (See
52 _Scanning4. Click Machine Settings > E-mail Setup > Individual Address Book. Then the screen shows Individual Address Book on the right side
Scanning_53USING SAMSUNG SCAN MANAGERIf you have installed the printer driver, Samsung Scan Manager program has installed too. Start Samsung Scan Mana
54 _Scanning• For network scanning using the authentication feature, you must register the network or local authentication configuration using the Syn
Scanning_558. Enter the server address in dotted decimal notation or a host name.9. Enter the server port number, from 1 to 65535.The default port num
56 _ScanningCHANGING THE SCAN FEATURE SETTINGSThis part explains how to adjust the document settings for each scan job, such as resolution, duplex, or
Scanning_57• Gray: Uses the black gradation to display an image. 8 bits per pixel.•Mono: Displays an image in black and white. 1 bit per pixel.Darknes
58 _Scanningsize of the output.• OCR: Produces scanned output for OCR software. You can expect the highest quality images.• Simple Scan: Used for a si
5LASER 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) laser
Basic printing_59 basic printingThis chapter explains common printing tasks.This chapter includes:• Printing a document • Canceling a print jobPRINTIN
60 _Faxing (Optional)faxing (optional)This chapter gives you information about using your machine as a fax machine. This chapter includes:• Preparing
Faxing (Optional)_61• Duplex: Selects whether the machine send faxes one side of the original, both sides of the original. • Resolution: Adjusts the r
62 _Faxing (Optional)7. Press Start on the control panel. The machine starts to scan and send a fax to destinations.Sending a fax manually (On Hook Di
Faxing (Optional)_63Sending a priority faxThis function is used when a high priority fax need to be sent ahead of reserved operations. The original is
64 _Faxing (Optional)Receiving faxes in memorySince your machine is a multi-tasking device, it can receive faxes while you are making copies or printi
Faxing (Optional)_65Storing individual fax numbers (Speed Dial No.)1. Press Fax > the Basic tab > Individual.•Edit: Changes the ID, Speed Dial N
66 _Faxing (Optional)4. Receiver presses Start to receive the stored fax. Storing the originals for polling1. Press Fax from the Main screen.2. Place
Faxing (Optional)_674. Press the down arrow to scroll down, if necessary.5. Press Mailbox Setup. 6. Press Mailbox Configuration. Then the screen displ
68 _Faxing (Optional)5. Enter Remote Fax No, Mailbox No., and Passcode. All these field are filled with information from the receiver. 6. Press OK.PRI
6OZONE SAFETYDuring normal operation, this machine produces ozone. The ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator. However, it is advisa
Faxing (Optional)_694. Press down arrow on the right side.5. Press Fax Forward Settings > Forward to Fax Setting > Send Forward.6. Press On and
70 _Faxing (Optional)SENDING A FAX FROM A COMPUTERYou can send a fax from your computer without going to the machine. To send a fax from your computer
Using USB memory device_71using USB memory deviceThis chapter explains how to use a USB memory device with your machine.This chapter includes:• About
72 _Using USB memory deviceSCANNING TO AN USB MEMORY DEVICEYou can scan a document and save the scanned image onto a USB memory device. When you scan
Using USB memory device_73Output tab• Quality: Adjusts the display quality of the scan output. (See "Quality" on page 74.)• Scan Preset: Aut
74 _Using USB memory device•Mono: Displays an image in black and white. 1 bit per pixel.DarknessYou can select the degree of darkness of the scanned o
Using USB memory device_75• Overwrite:You can set the machine to delete previous job information on USB as you store new job information.PRINTING FROM
76 _Machine status and advanced setupmachine status and advanced setupThis chapter explains how to browse the current status of your machine, and the
Machine status and advanced setup_772. Press Machine Status > the Machine Info tab.GENERAL SETTINGSBefore you get ready to using the machine, it is
78 _Machine status and advanced setupCOPY SETUPFor copy output, you can set up several options in advance.1. Press Machine Setup on the control panel.
7CORRECT DISPOSAL OF BATTERIES IN THIS PRODUCT(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems.)Thi
Machine status and advanced setup_79FAX SETUPThis machine offers you with various options to you for setting up the fax system. You can change the def
80 _Machine status and advanced setupNETWORK SETUPYou may set up the network with the machine's touch screen. Before doing that, you must have th
Machine status and advanced setup_81AUTHENTICATIONThis feature lets you control and lock all outgoing data, or change the password. 1. Press Machine S
82 _Machine status and advanced setupDOCUMENT BOX MANAGEMENTYou can set a person performing deletion of the public boxes in User Box.1. Press Machine
Machine status and advanced setup_83Report(Continue)Fax Report • Fax Sent/Received Report: The machine stores the logs on each transmission and prints
84 _MaintenancemaintenanceThis chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge.This chapter includes• Printing a mac
Maintenance_85CHECKING DOCUMENT BOXThe machine shows the document box list of the print or fax job.Press Document Box on the Main screen. If the scree
86 _Maintenance3. Wipe the surface of the scanner glass and DADF glass until it is clean and dry.4. Wipe the underside of the scanner lid and white sh
Maintenance_874. Lift the locking lever and pull the toner cartridge out. 5. Remove the new toner cartridge from its bag. 6. Thoroughly roll the cartr
88 _Maintenance2. Open the front cover.3. Turn the cartridge locking lever toward the right until you hear a 'click', to release the toner
8RINGER EQUIVALENCE NUMBERThe Ringer Equivalence Number and FCC Registration Number for this machine may be found on the label located on the bottom o
Maintenance_8911.Turn the cartridge locking lever toward the left until you hear a 'click'.12.Close the front cover, then the side cover. MA
90 _TroubleshootingtroubleshootingThis chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error.This chapter includes:• Tips for avo
Troubleshooting_91Misfeed of exiting paper1. Remove the remaining documents from the DADF.2. Open the DADF cover.3. Open the document input tray upwar
92 _Troubleshooting5. Close the white document background and the scanner lid. Then load the removed pages back into the DADF.CLEARING PAPER JAMSWhen
Troubleshooting_934. Carefully remove the misfeed paper in the direction shown.5. Close the side cover and insert the paper tray. Lower the rear part
94 _Troubleshooting4. Pull out the optional tray 2.5. Lift the front part of the tray slightly up to release the tray from the machine.If the paper do
Troubleshooting_953. Pull the jammed paper out, in the direction shown, pulling gently and slowly in order to avoid tearing the paper. If the paper do
96 _TroubleshootingIn the multi-purpose tray1. If the paper is not feeding properly, pull the paper out of the machine.2. Open and close the side cove
Troubleshooting_97In the duplex unit areaIf the duplex unit is not inserted correctly, paper jam may occur. Make sure that the duplex unit is inserted
98 _Troubleshooting3. Remove the jammed paper.4. Pull up on the stacker lever and then close the stacker front cover.Paper jam at exit of finisher1. G
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