Samsung ML-1630 Series User's Guide

User’s GuideMonochrome Laser Printer

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1.1 <Introduction>1 IntroductionThank you for purchasing this Samsung multifunctional product. Your machine provides printing functions.This c

1.2 <Introduction>Machine overviewThese are the main components of your machine.Front view Note • All illustrations on this user’s guide

1.3 <Introduction>Rear view 1rear cover3power receptacle2power switch4USB port

1.4 <Introduction>Control panel overview display1Shows the current status and prompts during an operation. The message shows with specific LE

2.1 <Software overview>2 Software overviewThis chapter gives you an overview of the software that comes with your machine. Further details on

2.2 <Software overview>Printer driver featuresYour printer drivers support the following standard features:• Paper size, orientation and media

2.3 <Software overview>LinuxMacintoshItem RequirementsOperating system • Red Hat 8 ~ 9• Fedora Core 1 ~ 4• Mandrake 9.2 ~ 10.1• SuSE 8.2 ~ 9.2

3.1 <Getting Started>3 Getting StartedThis chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine.This chapter includes:• Sett

3.2 <Getting Started>Altitude adjustmentThe print quality is affected by atmospheric pressure, which is determined by the height of the machin

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4.1 <Selecting and loading print media>4 Selecting and loading print mediaThis chapter introduces you how to load originals and print media in

4.2 <Selecting and loading print media>Guidelines for selecting and storing print mediaWhen selecting or loading paper, or other print materia

4.3 <Loading originals and print media>Specifications on print mediaNote • Due to the nature of the product, the envelope type of media cannot

4.4 <Selecting and loading print media>Guidelines for special print mediaMedia type GuidelinesTransparencies • To avoid damaging the machine,

4.5 <Loading originals and print media>Loading paper in the trayLoad the print media you use for the majority of your print jobs in the tray.

4.6 <Loading originals and print media>2 After inserting paper into the tray, while pinching the paper width guide as shown, move it toward th

5.1 <Basic printing>5 Basic printingThis chapter explains common printing tasks. Your machine allows you to print from various Windows, Macint

6.1 <Maintenance>6 MaintenanceThis chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge.This chapter includes:• P

6.2 <Maintenance>3 With a dry lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartridges area and their cavities. NoteIf

6.3 <Maintenance>Maintaining the cartridgeToner cartridge storageTo get the most from the toner cartridge, keep the following guidelines in mi

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6.4 <Maintenance>3 Holding side edges of the toner cartridge, thoroughly rock it from side to side to redistribute the toner.Caution• Do not t

6.5 <Maintenance>Replacing the toner cartridgeWhen the toner cartridge is completely empty.• The toner LED( ) blinks rapidly and the toner-rel

6.6 <Maintenance>Caution• Do not touch the green surface, the OPC drum or the front of each toner cartridge, with your hands or any other mate

7.1 <Troubleshooting>7 TroubleshootingThis chapter gives helpful information on what to do if you encounter a problem.This chapter includes:•

7.2 <Troubleshooting>4 Align the tray with the slot, and slide it into the machine. 5 Press the top cover lever, completely open the top co

7.3 <Troubleshooting>10 Hold both edges of the rear cover, and align it as shown in the following figure. Press the rear cover firmly until it

7.4 <Troubleshooting>4 Press the top cover lever, completely open the top cover. 5 Hold the top cover and close it slowly and carefully, unt

7.5 <Troubleshooting>10 After removing the jammed paper, check for paper which may be jammed in other parts of the machine.11 Slide the toner

7.6 <Troubleshooting>3 Hold the top cover and close it slowly and carefully, until the cover is securely latched. NoteIf the top cover is no

7.7 <Troubleshooting>Understanding display messagesMessages appear on the Smart Panel program window or on the control panel display to indica

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7.8 <Troubleshooting>Solving other problemsThe following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the

7.9 <Troubleshooting>The machine selects print materials from the wrong paper source.The paper option that was selected in the machine propert

7.10 <Troubleshooting>Printing quality problemsIf the inside of the machine is dirty or paper has been loaded improperly, you may notice a red

7.11 <Troubleshooting>Vertical repetitive defectsIf marks repeatedly appear on the printed side of the page at even intervals:• Clean the insi

7.12 <Troubleshooting>Loose toner• Clean the inside of the machine. Contact a service representative to clean the inside of the machine. After

7.13 <Troubleshooting>Common Linux problemsCondition Suggested solutionsThe printer doesn’t print.• Check if the printer driver is installed i

8.1 <Ordering supplies and accessories>8 Ordering supplies and accessoriesThis chapter provides information on purchasing cartridges and acces

9.1 <Specifications>9 SpecificationsThis chapter includes:• General specifications• Printer specificationsNoteThe numbers herein is subject to

10.1 <Glossary>10 GlossaryControl PanelA control panel is a flat area where control or monitoring instruments are displayed. They are typicall

1Ccleaninginside 6.1outside 6.1control panel 1.2, 1.4Ddriverfeature 2.2Eerror message 7.7Jjamclearing paper from the tray 7.1tips for avoiding paper j

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

2Chapter 3: ADVANCED PRINTINGPrinting Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper (N-Up Printing) ... 13Pr

3Using the Unified Driver Configurator ... 22Opening the Unified

Installing Printer Software in Windows41 Installing Printer Software in WindowsThis chapter includes:• Installing Printer Software• Changing the Softw

Installing Printer Software in Windows5• Typical: Installs the most common software for your printer. This is recommended for most users.• Custom: All

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

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. Paper OrientationPaper Orientation

iAbout this user’s guideThis user’s guide provides information about basic understanding of the machine as well as detailed explanation on each step d

Basic Printing10Graphics TabUse the following Graphic options to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs. See “Printing a Document”

Basic Printing11Extras TabYou can select output options for your document. See “Printing a Document” on page 7 for more information about accessing th

Basic Printing12Using a Favorite Setting The Favorites option, which is visible on each properties tab, allows you to save the current properties set

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 Printing15Using WatermarksThe Watermark option allows you to print text over an existing document. For example, you may want to have large gr

Advanced Printing16Using OverlaysWhat is an Overlay?An overlay is text and/or images stored in the computer hard disk drive (HDD) as a special file fo

Sharing the Printer Locally174 Sharing the Printer LocallyYou can connect the printer directly to a selected computer, which is called “host computer,

Using Smart Panel185 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 Panel19Opening the Troubleshooting GuideUsing the troubleshooting guide, you can view solutions for error status problems.Right-click (in

iiSafety and Regulatory InformationImportant Precautions and Safety InformationWhen using this machine, these basic safety precautions should always b

Using Your Printer in Linux206 Using Your Printer in Linux You can use your machine in a Linux environment. This chapter includes:• Getting Started• I

Using Your Printer in Linux215When the installation is complete, click Finish.The installation program has added the Unified Driver Configurator deskt

Using Your Printer in Linux22Using the Unified Driver ConfiguratorUnified Linux Driver Configurator is a tool primarily intended for configuring Print

Using Your Printer in Linux23Classes TabThe Classes tab shows a list of available printer classes.•Refresh : Renews the classes list.•Add Class... : A

Using Your Printer in Linux24Printing a DocumentPrinting from ApplicationsThere are a lot of Linux applications that you are allowed to print from usi

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh257 Using Your Printer with a MacintoshYour printer supports Macintosh systems with a built-in USB interface or 10/

Using Your Printer with a Macintosh26Setting Up the Printer Set up for your printer will be different depending on which cable you use to connect the

27Printing NOTES: • The Macintosh printer’s properties window that appears in this User’s Guide may differ depending on the printer in use. However th

28GraphicsThe higher the setting, the sharper the clarity of printed characters and graphics. The higher setting also may increase the time it takes t

29SOFTWARE SECTION INDEXAadvanced printing, use 13Ddocument, printMacintosh 27Windows 7EExtras properties, set 11Ffavorites settings, use 12GGraphics

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

30system requirementsMacintosh 25uninstallMacintosh 25Windows 6status monitor, use 18Ttoner save, set 10Uuninstall, softwareMacintosh 25Windows 6unins

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