Samsung CLP-550N User Manual

COLOR LASER PRINTERSetup Guide

SETUP GUIDE108Take the transfer belt out of the package.9Remove the paper covering on the transfer belt by removing the tape.CAUTION: Don’t use sharp

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4This chapter explains the printing options and common printing tasks. This chapter includes:• Printer Driver Features• Printing a Document• Printer S

PRINTING TASKS4.2Printer Driver FeaturesYour printer drivers will support the following standard features:• Paper source selection• Paper size, orient

PRINTING TASKS4.34Printing a DocumentThe following procedure describes the general steps required for printing from various Windows applications. The

PRINTING TASKS4.4Canceling a Print JobA print job can be stopped from a program or from a print queue, by pressing the Cancel button ( ) on the printe

PRINTING TASKS4.54Printer SettingsYou can use the Samsung CLP-550 Series Properties window, which allows you to access all of the information you need

PRINTING TASKS4.6Layout tabThe Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. The Layout Options includes Multipl

PRINTING TASKS4.74Paper tabYou can use the following options for basic paper handling. See page 4.3 for more information about accessing your software

PRINTING TASKS4.8SourceMake sure that Source is set to the corresponding paper tray.Use the Manual source when printing to special material. You have

PRINTING TASKS4.94Graphics tabUse the following graphic options to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs. See page 4.3 for more in

SETUP GUIDE11English12Hold the handle on the transfer belt and align it with the slots in your printer.NOTE: Keep the transfer belt level, do not turn

PRINTING TASKS4.10Color Mode(Continued)If you click Adjust Color, you can change the appearance of the document’s images.Advanced OptionsYou can m

PRINTING TASKS4.114Advanced Options(Continued)Property Description3•Print as Graphics: When this option is selected, the driver will download all

PRINTING TASKS4.12Extras tabSee page 4.3 for more information about accessing your software application. Click the Extras tab to access the following

PRINTING TASKS4.134About tabUse the About tab to display the copyright notice and the version number of the driver. If you have an Internet browser, y

PRINTING TASKS4.143Click Save. When you save Favorites, all current driver settings are saved.To use a saved setting, select the item from the Favorit

5This chapter explains the printing options and advanced printing tasks. This chapter includes:• Printing on Both Sides of the Paper• Scaling Your Doc

ADVANCED PRINTING5.2Printing on Both Sides of the PaperYou can print on both sides of the paper automatically. Before printing, decide how you want yo

ADVANCED PRINTING5.35From the software application1When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer’s Properties.

ADVANCED PRINTING5.4Scaling Your DocumentYou can scale your print job on a page. 1When you change the print settings from your software application, a

ADVANCED PRINTING5.55Fitting Your Document to a Selected Paper SizeThis printer feature allows you to scale your print job to any paper size regardles

SETUP GUIDE1214Firmly push the lock levers on each side towards the top cover, as shown below, to lock the transfer belt into place.CAUTION: If you op

ADVANCED PRINTING5.6Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of the PaperYou can select the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. To print

ADVANCED PRINTING5.75Check Print Page Border to print a border around each page on the sheet. Print Page Border is enabled only if the number of pages

ADVANCED PRINTING5.83Configure the poster option:You can select the page layout from 2x2, 3x3 or 4x4. If you select 2x2, the image is automatically st

ADVANCED PRINTING5.95Printing BookletsThe Booklet printing feature allows you to print your document on both sides of the paper and arrange the pages

ADVANCED PRINTING5.10Using WatermarksThe Watermark option allows you to print text over an existing document. For example, you may want to have large

ADVANCED PRINTING5.115Creating a Watermark1When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer Properties. See page

ADVANCED PRINTING5.12Editing a Watermark1When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer Properties. See page 4.

ADVANCED PRINTING5.135Using OverlaysWhat is an Overlay?An overlay is text and/or images stored on the computer’s hard disk drive (HDD) as a special fi

ADVANCED PRINTING5.144In the Overlays window, click Create Overlay. 5In the Create Overlay window, type a name of up to eight characters in the File n

ADVANCED PRINTING5.155Using a Page OverlayAfter an overlay has been created, it is ready to be printed with your document. To print an overlay with a

SETUP GUIDE13English16Take the toner cartridges out of their packages.CAUTION: Do not use sharp objects, such as a knife or scissors, to open the tone

ADVANCED PRINTING5.16After you select the file, click Open. The file appears in the Overlay List box and is available for printing. Select the overlay

6This chapter provides information for maintaining your printer and suggestions for high-quality and economical printing. This chapter includes:• Prin

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.2Printing a Configuration PageYou can print a configuration page from the printer’s control panel. Use the configuration pag

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.36Replacing the SuppliesFrom time to time, you need to replace the following items to maintain top performance and to avoid

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.4Managing the Toner CartridgesToner Cartridge StorageTo get the maximum results from the toner cartridge, keep the following

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.56Redistributing the TonerWhen a toner cartridge is nearly empty, faded or light areas may appear. Equally it is possible th

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.62Pull the handle lightly first, and then remove the used toner cartridge holding it.CAUTION: If you open the left cover for

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.764Slide the toner cartridge back into the printer.5Close the left cover. Make sure that the cover is securely latched.If yo

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.8Replacing the Toner CartridgesThe printer uses four colors and has a different toner cartridge for each one: cyan (C), mage

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.964Take a new toner cartridge out of the package. CAUTION: Don’t use sharp objects, such as a knife or scissors, to open the

SETUP GUIDE1419On the right hand side of the toner cartridge slot is a label that identifies which color cartridge to fit into each slot.20Holding eac

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.107Make sure that the color of the toner cartridge matches the color slot and then slide the new toner cartridge into the pr

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.116Replacing the Waste Toner ContainerThe life of the waste toner container is approximately 12,000 pages for black and 3,00

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.123Remove the container’s caps which are attached, as shown below, and use them to close the waste toner container.4Take a n

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.1367Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely latched.8Using the handle, completely open the left cover un

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.14Replacing the Imaging UnitThe life of the imaging unit is approximately 50,000 pages for black and 12,500 pages for color.

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.1563Press the top cover release button to unlatch the top cover and open it all the way.4Pull the lock levers on each side t

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.165Using the handle, lift the transfer belt out of the printer by lightly pulling it towards the left of the printer. Set it

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.1767Take a new imaging unit out of the package using the handle.8Remove the paper covering on the imaging unit by removing t

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.1810Hold the handle of the new imaging unit with the green roller facing you. Align the imaging unit with the slots in your

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.19612To replace the transfer belt, hold its handle and then align it with the slots inside your printer, on each side. NOTE:

SETUP GUIDE15English21Close the left cover. Make sure that it is securely latched.If you have installed the toner cartridges incorrectly, the left cov

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.2014Firmly push the lock levers on each side towards the top cover, as shown below, to lock the transfer belt into place.15A

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.21616 Close the left cover firmly.17Turn the printer on.18In ready mode press the Menu button ( ) on the control panel until

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.22Replacing the Transfer BeltThe life of the transfer belt is approximately 50,000 black pages and 12,500 color pages. Repla

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.2363Press the top cover release button to unlatch the top cover and open it all the way.4Pull the lock levers on each side t

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.245Using the handle, lift the used transfer belt out of the printer by lightly pulling it towards the left of the printer.NO

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.2568Pinch the transfer belt tention levers on both sides of the transfer belt. Then, pull them out, as shown below. 9Locate

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.2610Hold the handle on the new transfer belt and then align it with the slots inside your printer, on each side.NOTE: Keep t

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.27612Firmly push the lock levers on each side towards the top cover, as shown below, to lock the transfer belt into place.13

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.2814Close the left cover firmly. 15Turn the printer on.16In ready mode press the Menu button ( ) on the control panel until

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.296Cleaning the PrinterDuring the printing process, particles of paper, toner and dust can accumulate inside the printer. Ov

SETUP GUIDE16Step 4. Loading PaperThe tray (Tray 1) can hold a maximum of 250 sheets of plain paper. You can use A4 and letter-sized paper.To load pap

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.30Cleaning the LSU Inside the Printer NOTE: Clean the LSU when you remove the particles of paper, toner and dust inside the

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.316Cleaning the Inside of the PrinterNOTE: While cleaning the inside of the printer, be careful not to touch the transfer ro

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.323Pull the handle lightly first, and then holding the toner cartridges, remove them from the printer. Set them on a clean f

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.3365Pull the lock levers on each side towards you, as shown below, to release the transfer belt.6Using the handle, lift the

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.347Lift the handle of the imaging unit and use it to pull the imaging unit out of the printer. Set it on a clean flat surfac

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.3569Insert the imaging unit back into the printer. Make sure you hear it click, and then fold the handle down. For details,

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.3611Firmly push the lock levers on each side towards the top cover, as shown below, to lock the transfer belt into place.12A

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.37613Look inside the printer on the right and then locate the color of the toner cartridges that matches the color of the sl

MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER6.3815Close the left cover. Make sure that it is securely latched.If you have installed the toner cartridges incorrectly, the

7This chapter provides helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error while using your printer. This chapter includes:• Troubleshooting

SETUP GUIDE17English4Load paper with the print side facing up.Make sure that all four corners are flat in the tray and under the corner brackets, as s

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.2Troubleshooting ChecklistIf the printer is not working properly, consult the following checklist. If the printer does not pass a st

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.37Solving General Printing ProblemsFor problems with the operation of your printer, refer to the table for suggested solutions.Probl

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.4Printer selects print materials from the wrong paper source.The paper source selection in the printer properties may be incorrect.F

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.57The paper keeps jamming.There is too much paper in the paper tray.Remove excess paper from the tray.If printing on special materia

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.6The printing quality of photos is not clear.The resolution is set to 600 dpi (Normal).Change the resolution to 1200 dpi (Best) and

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.77Clearing Paper JamsNOTE: When removing paper that is jammed, if possible, always pull the paper in the direction that it normally

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.8In the Paper Feed AreaIf paper is jammed in the paper feed area, ‘Jam0 In Tray1’ appears on the display.1Using the handle, open the

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.973Pull the tray open. After you pull it all the way out, lift up the front part of the tray slightly to release the tray from the p

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.10In the Multi-purpose Tray‘Jam0 In MP Tray’ appears on the display when you print using the Multi-purpose Tray and the printer dete

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.1172Remove the jammed paper, in the direction shown. To avoid the paper tearing, pull it out gently and slowly.NOTE: If the paper te

SETUP GUIDE186Pinch the paper guide as shown and move it towards the paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. Do not press the guide too

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.122Using the handle, completely open the left cover until it is at right angles to the main frame and the toner cartridges are eject

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.1374Carefully take the jammed paper out of the printer.CAUTION: Do not touch the fuser. It is hot and could cause burns! The fuser’s

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.146Close the left cover firmly.7Open and close the right cover to resume printing.In the Duplex AreaIf paper is jammed in the duplex

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.1572Locate the jammed paper, and then pull it out gently and slowly to avoid the paper tearing. Go to step 8.NOTE: If the paper tear

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.164Press the top cover release button to unlatch the top cover and open it all the way.5Locate the jammed paper, and then carefully

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.1776After making sure that the left cover is open, close the top cover. Make sure that it is securely latched.CAUTION: Do not try to

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.18In the Optional Tray2If paper is jammed in the optional tray2, ‘Jam0 In Tray2’ appears on the display.1Using the handle, open the

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.1973Open the outer jam cover in Tray 2.4Open the inner cover of Tray 2.5Pull the jammed paper out in the direction shown. To avoid t

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.206Close the two jam covers and go to step 10.If there is any resistance, and paper does not move immediately when you pull, stop pu

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.2179Slide the tray back into the printer and close the two jam covers. 10Open and close the right cover. The printer resumes printin

SETUP GUIDE19EnglishStep 5. Connecting a Printer CableFor Local PrintingTo print from your computer in a local environment, you need to connect your p

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.22Solving Print Quality ProblemsDirt inside of the printer or improper paper loading may reduce the print quality. See the table bel

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.237Vertical linesIf black vertical streaks appear on the page:• The imaging unit inside the printer has probably been scratched. Ins

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.24Background scatterBackground scatter results from bits of toner distributed on the printed page. • The paper may be too damp. Try

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.257Back of printouts are dirty• The transfer roller may be dirty. See “Cleaning the Inside of the Printer” on page 6.31.• Check for

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.26Understanding Display MessagesMessages appear on the display on the control panel to indicate the printer’s status or errors. Refe

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.277InvalidImaging UnitAn invalid imaging unit is installed.Only install a Samsung-approved imaging unit, designed for your printer.

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.28Load ManualPress Cont KeyThe Multi-purpose Tray is empty in the manual feed mode.Load a sheet of print material and press the On L

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.297Replace [Color]TonerThe corresponding toner cartridge in your printer is empty.Replace the corresponding toner cartridge with a n

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.30Common Windows ProblemsNOTE: Refer to the Microsoft Windows 9x/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP User’s Guide that came with your PC for further i

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.317Common Macintosh ProblemsProblems in the ChooserPrinting ErrorsProblem Possible Cause and SolutionThe printer driver icon does no

S ETUP G UIDE 2 C ONTENTS Step 1. Unpacking ... 3 Step 2. Understanding Your Printer ...

SETUP GUIDE20Using a Parallel CableNOTES: • The parallel port may not be available depending on your country.• To connect the printer to the parallel

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.32Troubleshooting PS ErrorsThe following situations are PS language specific and may occur when several printer languages are being

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.337Common Linux ProblemsProblem Possible Cause and SolutionI can’t change settings in the configuration tool.You need to have admini

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.34I am using BSD lpr (Slackware, Debian, older distributions) and some options chosen in LLPR don’t seem to take effect.Legacy BSD l

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.357I have CUPS and some options (such as N-up) seem to be always enabled even though I don’t choose them in LLPR.There may be some l

SOLVING PROBLEMS7.36Common DOS ProblemProblem Possible Cause and SolutionWhen using the printer in EPSON Dot Printer Environment, sometimes I can not

AYour printer supports Macintosh systems with a built-in USB interface or 10/100 Base-TX network interface card (option for CLP-550). When you print a

USING YOUR PRINTER WITH A MACINTOSHA.2Installing Software for MacintoshThe CD-ROM that came with your printer provides you with the PPD file to use th

USING YOUR PRINTER WITH A MACINTOSHA.3A8Click Install.9After the installation is finished, click Quit.Setting Up the Printer The way to set up your pr

USING YOUR PRINTER WITH A MACINTOSHA.4In Mac OS 10.1 or 10.31Follow the instructions on page A.2 to install the PPD file on your computer.2Open Print

USING YOUR PRINTER WITH A MACINTOSHA.5A6Click Change in the USB Printer Selection section. The name of your printer appears in the list.7Click CLP-550

SETUP GUIDE21EnglishFor Networking Printing You can attach your CLP-550 or CLP-550N printer to a network using an Ethernet cable (UTP cable with RJ.45

USING YOUR PRINTER WITH A MACINTOSHA.6Printing a DocumentWhen you print with a Macintosh, you need to check the printer software setting in each appli

USING YOUR PRINTER WITH A MACINTOSHA.7ACanceling a Print JobTo cancel a print job, press the Cancel button ( )on the control panel. The printer finish

USING YOUR PRINTER WITH A MACINTOSHA.8Duplex PrintingYou can print on both sides of the paper. Before printing in the duplex mode, decide on which edg

USING YOUR PRINTER WITH A MACINTOSHA.9APrinting Your Document to a Selected Paper SizeThis feature allows you to scale your print job to any specified

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BIf you want to use the PostScript driver provided with your system CD-ROM to print a document, use the information on this Appendix. This chapter inc

USING WINDOWS POSTSCRIPT DRIVERB.2Installing PS DriversPPDs, in combination with the PostScript driver, access the printer features and allow the comp

USING WINDOWS POSTSCRIPT DRIVERB.3B2Click Custom Install.3Click Printer(PostScript) and then click Next.4When the installation is completed, click Fin

USING WINDOWS POSTSCRIPT DRIVERB.4Reinstalling PS Drivers1From the Start menu, select Programs.2Select Samsung CLP-550 Series, and then Printer Mainte

USING WINDOWS POSTSCRIPT DRIVERB.5BUsing PS Printer Driver FeaturesCertain printer features are not available in this PS driver. For details about the

SETUP GUIDE22Using a network antennaIf you install the wired/wireless network card, you can use your printer in wireless environment.For details about

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CYou can use your printer in a Linux environment.This chapter includes:• Installing the Printer Driver• Using the Configuration Tool• Changing LLPR Pr

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.2Installing the Printer DriverSystem RequirementsSupported OS• Redhat 6.2/7.0/7.1 and above• Linux Mandrake 7.1/8.0 and a

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.3C3Insert the printer software CD-ROM. The CD-ROM automatically runs.NOTE: If the CD-ROM does not automatically run, clic

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.46The printer driver installation begins. When the installation is completed, click Start.7The Linux Printer Configuratio

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.5C9Click the Connection tab and ensure that the printer port is set properly. If not, change the device setting.10You can

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.6Changing the Printer Connection MethodIf you change the printer connection method from USB to parallel or vice versa whi

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.7CUninstalling the Printer Driver1From the Startup Menu icon at the bottom of the desktop, select Other and then Configur

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.86Click OK to begin uninstallation. 7When the uninstallation is completed, click Finished.Using the Configuration ToolThe

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.9C3The Info tab shows general information about the printer. If you are an Internet user, you can click Go to the Web pag

SETUP GUIDE23EnglishStep 7. Printing a Demo PagePrint a demo page to make sure that the printer is operating correctly.In ready mode, press and hold t

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.10Changing LLPR PropertiesYou can fine tune the printer’s properties by opening the LLPR Properties window.To open the LL

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXC.11C3The LLPR Properties window opens. The following six tabs are at the top of the window:• General - allows you to chang

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DWhile your printer is primarily a Windows printer, you can also print from a DOS software Programme using the Remote Control Panel utility provided i

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.2About the Remote Control PanelDOS users have access to many printer features through specific DOS printer drivers; ho

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.3D2Click Custom Install.3Click Remote Control Panel and then click Next.4When the installation is completed, click Fin

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.4Reinstalling Remote Control Panel1From the Start menu, select Programs.2Select Samsung CLP-550 Series, and then Print

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.5DSelecting Print SettingsYou can use this Remote Control Panel to select print settings that may not be available on

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.6Using the Remote Control Panel TabsThe Remote Control Panel allows you to access the following features:Printing TabI

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.7DConfig TabYou can configure various printer features. • Emulation selects the emulation for printing a document. The

SETUP GUIDE24Step 9. Installing the Printer Software The supplied CD-ROM contains Windows printing software, Macintosh printing software, Linux printi

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.8Job TabYou can set options for improving the quality of your print job.• Paper Type provides the printer with informa

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.9DTest TabThis tab allows you to print a resident page to test your printer’s performance.• Self Test prints a configu

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.10Color TabIn this tab, you can set options for improving the color printer quality.• Calibration allows you to calibr

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.11DPCL TabIn this tab, you can configure various settings for PCL emulation.• Typeface allows you to select the desire

PRINTING FROM DOS APPLICATIONSD.12PS 3 TabYou can configure various settings for PostScript 3 emulation.• Font List allows you to print the PS font sa

EIf you work in a networked environment, the printer can be shared by other users on the network. This chapter includes:• About Sharing the Printer on

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.2About Sharing the Printer on a NetworkIf you work in a networked environment, you can connect your printer to the ne

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.3ESetting Up a Locally Shared PrinterIn Windows 95/98/MeSetting Up the Host Computer1Start Windows.2From the Start me

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.4In Windows NT 4.0/2000/XPSetting Up the Host Computer1Start Windows.2For Windows NT 4.0/2000, select Settings, and P

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.5ESetting Up the Client Computer1Right-click the Windows Start button and select Explorer.2Open your network folder i

SETUP GUIDE25EnglishInstalling Printer Software in WindowsVerify the following before you install the printer software:NOTE: For Windows NT 4.0/2000/X

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.6Setting Up a Network-Connected PrinterYou have to set up the network protocols on the printer to use it as your netw

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.7E• IPX/SPX: Internet Packet eXchange/Sequenced Packet eXchange• TCP/IP: Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Proto

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.87Press the Enter button ( ) to save the selection.8Press the On Line/Continue button ( ) to return to ready mode.Con

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.9E10Press the Upper Level button ( ), then use the scroll button ( ).11Press the Enter button ( ) to access the IP Ad

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.104Press the Upper Level button ( ), then use the scroll button ( ).5Press the Enter button ( ) when ‘Config TCP’ dis

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.11ETake the following steps to change the frame type format:1In ready mode press the Menu button ( ) until you see ‘N

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.12Restoring the Network ConfigurationYou can return the network configuration to its default settings.1In ready mode

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.13EYou can configure the following items:• SSID: When you select 'Search List', the wireless network card o

USING YOUR PRINTER ON A NETWORKE.14- Key Type: Select the key type of your network.- Key 1, Key 2, Key 3, Key 4: Enter the key number for “Encryption”

FYour printer is a full-featured laser printer that has been optimized to meet most of your printing needs. Recognizing that each user may have differ

SETUP GUIDE262When the following window opens, connect your printer to the computer and turn the printer on. Then click Next.If the printer is already

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.2Installing Printer MemoryYour printer has the dual in-line memory module (DIMM) slot. Use this DIMM slot to install more

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.3F3Remove the two screws holding the metal plate in place, and then remove the metal cover, as shown below.4Locate the mem

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.46Remove the memory DIMM from the antistatic package. Locate the alignment notches on the bottom edge of the DIMM.NOTE: Av

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.5F9Push it firmly to make sure you fully insert the memory DIMM into the slot. The levers on each side are automatically l

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.611Replace the control board cover. 12Reconnect the power cord and printer cable, and turn the printer on.

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.7FRemoving the Memory1Follow steps 1 through 3 on page F.2 to access the control board.2Push the levers at both ends of th

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.8Installing a Network Interface CardNOTE: When you purchase the wired/wireless network interface card, the antenna connect

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.9F2To remove the control board cover, press down on the tabs at the top and take it off. 3Remove the two screws holding th

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.10If you replace the network interface card with a new one, remove the two screws and the old card.5Align the connector on

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.11F7Replace the metal cover, as shown below, and tighten the two screws you removed in step 3.8Replace the control board c

SETUP GUIDE27English•Custom Install: Allows you to choose the language of the software and the components you want to install. After selecting the lan

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.129Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet network port on the Printer and the other end of the cable into a

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.13FInstalling an Optional TrayYou can increase the paper handling capacity of your printer by installing an optional Tray2

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.144Place the printer over the tray, aligning the feet on the printer with the positioners in the optional tray.CAUTION: Th

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.15F4Click the right mouse button on the printer icon and: In Windows 95/98/Me, select Properties.In Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP

INSTALLING PRINTER OPTIONSF.16MEMOEU Declaration of Conformity (LVD,EMC)For the following product :follows :LVD : EN60950:2000, IEC60950:1999,EN60825-

GThis chapter includes:• Printer Specifications• Paper SpecificationsSPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONSG.2Printer SpecificationsItem Specifications and DescriptionPrint Speed*Black:Up to 20 PPM in A4 (21 PPM in Letter);Color: Up to 5 PPM

SPECIFICATIONSG.3GMemoryCLP-550: 64 MB (Max. 320 MB)CLP-550N: 128 MB (Max. 384 MB)64, 128, 256 MB optional memory availableUse only the Samsung-approv

SPECIFICATIONSG.4Paper SpecificationsOverviewYour printer accepts a variety of print materials, such as cut-sheet paper (including up to 100% recycled

SPECIFICATIONSG.5GSupported Sizes of PaperNOTE: You may experience jams when using print materials with a length of less than 140 mm (5.5 in.). For op

SETUP GUIDE28Otherwise, just click Finish.NOTES:• When you want to use your printer with the parallel cable, remove the USB cable and connect the para

SPECIFICATIONSG.6Guidelines for Using PaperFor the best result, use conventional 75 g/m2 (20lb) paper. Ensure that the paper is of good quality, and f

SPECIFICATIONSG.7GPaper SpecificationsPaper Output CapacityPaper Input CapacityCategory SpecificationsAcid Content 5.5 ~ 8.0 pHCaliper 0.094 ~ 0.18 mm

SPECIFICATIONSG.8Printer and Paper Storage EnvironmentPaper storage environmental conditions directly affect the feed operation.Ideally, the printer a

SPECIFICATIONSG.9GEnvelopesEnvelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also with

SPECIFICATIONSG.10Envelopes with Double Side SeamsDouble side-seams envelopes have vertical seams at both ends rather than diagonal seams. This style

SPECIFICATIONSG.11GEnvelope StorageProper storage of envelopes helps contribute to print quality. Envelopes should be stored flat. If air is trapped i

iBbooklet printing 5.9Ccancel, print jobs 4.4card stock, print 3.21cleaninside the printer 6.31LSU 6.30outside of the printer 6.29color mode 4.9, 4.10

iiNnetwork interface card, install F.8network printingcard, install F.8locally shared printer, set E.3network-connected printer, set E.6parameters, co

iiiSspecificationpaper G.4printer G.2system requirementsfor Linux C.2for Macintosh A.2Ttoner cartridgemaintain 6.4redistribute 6.5, 6.8replace 6.8tran

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SETUP GUIDE29EnglishReinstalling Printer softwareRepair is required if your installation fails.1From the Start menu, select Programs.2Select Samsung C

S ETUP G UIDE 3 English Step 1. Unpacking 1 Remove the printer and all of the accessories from the packing carton. Make sure that the printer has

SETUP GUIDE305If you select Printer, follow steps 4 and 5 on page 27. 6When the reinstallation is done, click Finish.Removing Printer software1From th

SETUP GUIDE31EnglishStep 10. Viewing the User’s GuideThe Samsung CLP-550 Series User’s Guide, which is in the software CD-ROM, is in Adobe Acrobat PDF

SETUP GUIDE32In Linux1When the Administrator Login window appears, type in “root” in the login field and enter the system password.2Insert the printer

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COLOR LASER PRINTERUser’s Guide

1 This manual is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is

2 C ONTENTS Chapter 1 : Introduction Special Features ... 1.2Printer Components ...

3 Loading Paper ... 3.4 Using Tray 1 ...

4 Chapter 6 : Maintaining Your Printer Printing a Configuration Page ... 6.2Replacing the Supplies ...

5 Appendix A : Using Your Printer with a Macintosh Installing Software for Macintosh ... A.2Setting Up the Printer ...

S ETUP G UIDE 4 2 Carefully remove all of the packing tapes from the printer. 3 Pull the paper tray out of the printer and remove the packing tapes

6 Appendix E : Using Your Printer on a Network About Sharing the Printer on a Network ... E.2Setting Up a Locally Shared Printer .

7Environmental and Safety ConsiderationLaser Safety StatementThe printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapt

8Ozone SafetyDuring normal operation, this machine produces ozone. The ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator. However, it is advisa

9Mercury SafetyLAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BERECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERALLAWS. For details se

10Canadian Radio Interference RegulationsThis digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as

11Declaration of Conformity (European Countries)Approvals and CertificationsThe CE marking applied to this product symbolises Samsung Electronics Co.,

12Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in the European Union or associated areas if a CE mark with a Notified Body

13extremities) is typical. This device should be used more than 20 cm (8 inches) from the body when wireless devices are on and transmitting.This tran

14EU Declaration of Conform ity (LVD,EMC)For the following product :Manufactured at :We hereby declare, that all major safety requirements, concerning

1INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on the purchase of your printer! This chapter includes:• Special Features• Printer Components

S ETUP G UIDE 5 English Step 2. Understanding Your Printer These are the main components of your printer:Output SupportControl Panel(refer to Chapt

INTRODUCTION1.2Special FeaturesYour new printer is equipped with special features that improve the print quality. You can:Print in color with excellen

INTRODUCTION1.31Save time and money • You can print on both sides of the paper to save paper (double-sided printing). See page 5.2.• You can print mul

INTRODUCTION1.4Print in various environments• You can print in Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP.• Your printer is compatible with Macintosh and Linux.•

INTRODUCTION1.51Printer ComponentsFront ViewNOTE: If you continuously print many pages, the surface of the output tray may become hot. Ensure that you

INTRODUCTION1.6Right ViewRear ViewOptional Tray 2 Jam Cover(Open to remove jams from Tray 2.)Muti-purpose Tray(Open to load special print materials.)R

2This chapter describes how to use the printer’s control panel.This chapter includes:• Understanding the Control Panel• Using Control Panel MenusUSING

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.2Understanding the Control PanelThe control panel on the top right side of your printer has a display and seven buttons.Displ

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.32ButtonsButton Description(status map)When an error occurs, a lamp turns on at the corresponding location on the Status map.

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.4• Press to enter menu mode.• In menu mode, press to scroll through the menus.In menu mode, press to select the displayed sub

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.52Using Control Panel MenusA number of menus are available to make it easy for you to change the printer settings. The diagra

S ETUP G UIDE 6Optional Tray 2 Jam Cover(Open to remove jams in the optional tray 2.)Muti-purpose Tray(Open to load special print materials.)Right C

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.6Overview of Control Panel MenusThe control panel menus are used to configure the printer. The control panel provides access

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.72Information MenuThis menu contains information pages that you can print to give details about the printer and its configura

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.8Media SizeSelect the paper size currently loaded in the tray.Custom WidthSelect the paper size currently loaded in the tray.

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.92Media TypeThe Media Type setting lets you specify the type of print material you are using to get the best result.• Plain P

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.10Layout MenuUse the Layout menu to define all settings relating to output.(*: the default setting)Item ExplanationOrientatio

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.112Duplex MarginIn this menu, you can set the margins for double-sided printing. You can increase or decrease the value in 0.

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.12Graphics MenuUse the Graphics menu to change settings affecting the quality of the printed characters and images.(*: the de

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.132Color MenuThis menu allows you to adjust the color setting. Setup MenuUse the Setup menu to configure a variety of printer

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.14EmulationThe printer language defines how the computer communicates with the printer. If you select Auto, your printer can

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.152Auto CRThis item allows you to append the required carriage return to each line feed. Refer to the following samples: Job

S ETUP G UIDE 7 English Step 3. Installing the Imaging Unit, Transfer Belt and Toner Cartridges 1 Using the handle, completely open the left cover

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.16PCL MenuThis menu sets the PCL emulation configuration. You can set the font type, symbol type, lines per page, and point s

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.172PostScript MenuThis menu provides you with the Print PS Error menu item.(*: the default setting) Point SizeWhen you select

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.18Network MenuThis menu lets you configure the network interface card installed in your printer according to how the network

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.192IP AddressYou can select this item only when you set IP Get Method to Static. This item lets you enter the IP address manu

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.20AppleTalkThis item lets you select whether or not you use the AppleTalk protocol. Select On to use the protocol NetwareYou

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.212Reset NetworkThis item reboots the network interface card.Default SetThis item performs a simple reset and restores the fa

USING THE CONTROL PANEL2.22MEMO

3This chapter will help you understand the types of paper you can use with your printer and how to properly load paper in the different paper trays fo

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.2Choosing Paper and Other MaterialsYou can print on a variety of print materials, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, trans

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.33Guidelines for Paper and Special MaterialsWhen selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special materials, keep these

S ETUP G UIDE 8 3 Take the imaging unit out of the package using the handle. 4 Remove the paper covering on the imaging unit by removing the tape un

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.4Loading PaperProper paper loading helps prevent paper jams and ensures trouble-free printing. Do not remove the paper tray whi

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.533Flex the paper sheets back and forth to separate the pages, and then fan them while holding one edge. Tap the edge of the st

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.65Do not exceed the maximum stack height. Overfilling the tray may cause a paper jam.6Pinch the paper guide, as shown and move

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.73Changing the Paper Size in the TrayThe tray is preset to Letter or A4 size, depending on your country. To change the size to

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.82Load paper with the print side facing up. For more information, see steps 4 and 5 on page 3.5~3.6.3Pinch the paper guide, as

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.93Using the Multi-purpose TrayThe Multi-purpose Tray is located on the right side of your printer. It can be closed when you ar

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.102If you are using paper, flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading.For transparencies, hol

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.113If you want to print on previously printed paper from the Multi-purpose Tray, the printed side should be facing up with the

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.12Using the Manual Feed If you select Manual in the Source option when changing print settings, you can manually load a sheet o

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.1333When you print a document, you must select Manual for Source in the software application, and then select the correct paper

SETUP GUIDE9English6Hold the handle on the imaging unit with the green roller facing you. Align the imaging unit with the slots in your printer so tha

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.14Printing on Special Print MaterialsPrinting on Envelopes• Load envelopes into the Multi-purpose Tray only.• Only use envelope

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.1534Pinch the paper width guide and slide it to the right to touch lightly against the edge of the stack without bending it.5Wh

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.16Printing on Labels• Only use labels recommended for laser printers.• Verify that the labels’ adhesive material can tolerate a

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.1733When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type to Labels and the size in the software application. F

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.18To print on transparencies:1Open the Multi-purpose Tray and unfold the paper support.2Load transparencies into the Multi-purp

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.1933When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type to Transparency, and the paper size in the software a

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.20Printing on Preprinted Paper• Preprinted paper is paper that has some type of printing placed on it before it is sent through

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.2133When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type to Preprinted, and the paper size in the software app

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.22To print on card stock:1Open the Multi-purpose Tray and unfold the paper support.2Load print material only in the Multi-purpo

USING PRINT MATERIALS3.2333When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type and size in the software application. For details, se