Samsung Laser MFP SCX-4100 User Manual

9Ozone SafetyDuring normal operation, this machine produces ozone. The ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator. However, it is advisa

6USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUXThis chapter gives you information about how to use your machine in the Linux system.This chapter includes:• Getting Start

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.2Getting StartedThe supplied CD-ROM provides you with Samsung’s MFP driver package for using your machine with a Linux co

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.36Installing the MFP DriverSystem RequirementsSupported OSVarious Linux OS (via USB interface only)• Redhat 7.1 and above

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.4Installing the MFP Driver1Make sure that you connect your machine to your computer. Turn both the computer and the machi

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.566When the installation is completed, click Finish.The installation program has added the MFP Configurator desktop icon

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.6Uninstalling the MFP Driver1When the Administrator Login window appears, type in root in the Login field and enter the s

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.76Using the MFP ConfiguratorMFP Configurator is a tool primarily intended for configuring MFP devices. Since an MFP devic

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.8Printers ConfigurationPrinters Configuration has the two tabs; Printers and Classes. Printers TabYou can see the current

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.96Classes TabThe Classes tab shows the list of the available printer classes.Scanners ConfigurationIn this window, you ca

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.10MFP Ports ConfigurationIn this window, you can view the list of available MFP ports, check the status of each port and

10Radio Frequency EmissionsFCC Information to the UserThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.116Configuring Printer PropertiesUsing the properties window provided by the Printers configuration, you can change the v

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.12Printing a DocumentPrinting from ApplicationsThere are a lot of Linux applications that you are allowed to print from u

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.136The following four tabs display at the top of the window.•General - allows you to change the paper size, the paper typ

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.14Scanning a DocumentYou can scan a document using the MFP Configurator window.1Double-click the MFP Configurator on your

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.1565Load the document to be scanned face down on the document glass.6Click Preview in the Scanner Properties window.The d

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.167Change the scan options in the Image Quality and Scan Area sections.•Image Quality: allows you to select the color com

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.176Using Preset Job Type SettingsYou can save your scan option settings to retrieve for a later scanning.To save a new Jo

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.18Using the Image EditorThe Image Editor window provides you with menu commands and tools to edit your scanned image.You

USING YOUR PRINTER IN LINUX6.196For further details about the Image Editor program, refer to the on-line help.Allows you to scale the image size; you

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

7MAINTENANCEThis chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge. This chapter includes:• Printing the System Data L

MAINTENANCE7.2Printing the System Data ListYour machine can print the system data report shows the status of the user-selectable options. You may prin

MAINTENANCE7.37Cleaning Your MachineTo maintain print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if pr

MAINTENANCE7.43With a dry lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartridge area and the toner cartridge cavity.CAUTION:

MAINTENANCE7.57Cleaning the Document GlassKeeping the document glass clean helps ensure the best possible copies. We suggest that you clean the docume

MAINTENANCE7.6Maintaining the Toner CartridgeToner Cartridge StorageTo get the most from the toner cartridge, keep the following guidelines in mind:•

MAINTENANCE7.77Redistributing TonerWhen the toner cartridge is near the end of its life, white streaks or light print occurs. You can temporarily re-e

MAINTENANCE7.8Replacing the Toner CartridgeWhen the toner eventually runs out, only blank pages print when a print job is sent. At this stage, the ton

MAINTENANCE7.97Cleaning the DrumIf there are streaks or spots on your print, the OPC drum of the cartridge may require cleaning.1Before setting the cl

MAINTENANCE7.10Using the Remote Control PanelUsing the Remote Control Panel, you can update the firmware program of your machine on the desktop of you

12Replacing 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 fus

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

TROUBLESHOOTING8.2Clearing Paper JamsWhen a paper jam occurs, "Paper Jam" appears on the display. Refer to the table below to locate and cle

TROUBLESHOOTING8.384Insert the paper tray into the machine until it snaps into place.5Open and close the front cover to resume printing.In the Paper E

TROUBLESHOOTING8.45Close the jam cover by pushing a tab to the left and hold it down and lowering the cover carefully until the cover is holding down

TROUBLESHOOTING8.58In the Fuser Area or Around the Toner CartridgeNOTE: The fuser area is hot. Take care when removing paper from the machine.1Open th

TROUBLESHOOTING8.6In the Manual Feeder“Paper Jam 1 Open/Close Door” appears on the display when you try to print using the manual feeder and the machi

TROUBLESHOOTING8.78• Ensure that the print side of print materials is facing down in the paper tray and facing up in the manual feeder.• If paper jams

TROUBLESHOOTING8.8Clearing LCD Error MessagesMessages appears on the display to indicate the control panel to indicate the machine’s status or errors.

TROUBLESHOOTING8.98Solving ProblemsThe following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the suggested soluti

TROUBLESHOOTING8.10Printing ProblemsCondition Possible cause Suggested solutionsThe machine does not print.The machine is not receiving power.Check th

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TROUBLESHOOTING8.118The machine selects print materials from the wrong paper source.The paper source selection in the printer properties may be incorr

TROUBLESHOOTING8.12Pages print, but are blank.The toner cartridge is defective or out of toner.Redistribute the toner. if necessary. See “Redistributi

TROUBLESHOOTING8.138Printing Quality ProblemsIf the inside of the printer is dirty, or paper is improperly loaded, print quality maybe reduced. See th

TROUBLESHOOTING8.14Vertical linesIf black vertical streaks appear on the page:• The drum inside the toner cartridge has probably been scratched. Remov

TROUBLESHOOTING8.158Background scatterBackground scatter results from bits of toner distributed on the printed page. • The paper may be too damp. Try

TROUBLESHOOTING8.16Wrinkles or creases• Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.• Check the paper type and quality. See “Paper Specifications” on pag

TROUBLESHOOTING8.178Character VoidsCharacter voids are white areas within the parts of characters that should be solid black:• If you are using transp

TROUBLESHOOTING8.18Copying ProblemsCondition Suggested solutionsCopies are too light or too dark.Use the "Darkness" feature to darken or lig

TROUBLESHOOTING8.198Scanning ProblemsCondition Suggested solutionsThe scanner does not work.• Make sure that you place the document to be scanned face

TROUBLESHOOTING8.20Common Linux ProblemsProblem Possible Cause and SolutionThe machine doesn't print• Check if the printer driver is installed in

14Differences Between British and American EnglishBritish English American EnglishCancelling CancelingFavourite FavoriteColour ColorColours ColorsColo

TROUBLESHOOTING8.218The machine does not appear on the scanners list (continued)• Check if the MFP port is not busy. Since functional components of MF

TROUBLESHOOTING8.22I can't print when I installed both Linux Print Package (LPP) and MFP driver on the same machine simultaneously.• Since both L

ASPECIFICATIONSThis chapter includes:• General Specifications• Scanner and Copier Specifications• Printer Specifications• Paper Specifications

A.2General SpecificationsItem DescriptionPaper input capacityPaper tray: 250 sheets (weight: 75 g/m2, 20 lb)Manual feeder: 1 sheet (weight: 75 g/m2, 2

A.3AScanner and Copier SpecificationsInterface USB 1.1 (Compatible with USB 2.0), IEEE 1284 Parallel(ECP Only)OS Compatibility ***•Windows 95/98/Me/NT

A.4Printer SpecificationsItem DescriptionPrint method Laser Beam PrintingPrint speed ** Print speed will be affected by Operating system used, computi

A.5APaper SpecificationsOverviewYour machine accepts a variety of print materials, such as cut-sheet paper, including up to 100% recycled fiber conten

A.6Supported Sizes of PaperNOTE: You may experience jams when using print materials with a length of less than 127 mm (5 in.). For optimum performance

A.7AGuidelines for Using PaperFor the best result, use conventional 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper. Ensure that the paper is of good quality, and free of cuts,

A.8Paper SpecificationsPaper Output CapacityCategory SpecificationsAcid Content 5.5 pH or lowerCaliper 0.094 ~ 0.18 mm (3.0 ~ 7.0 mils)Curl in Ream Fl

1GETTING STARTEDThank you for purchasing this multifunctional product. Your machine provides you with printing, copying, and scanning functions!This c

A.9APaper Storage EnvironmentPaper storage environment conditions directly affect the feed operation.Ideally, the machine and paper storage environmen

A.10EnvelopesEnvelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also within a box from

A.11AEnvelopes with Adhesive Strips or FlapsEnvelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one flap that folds over to seal must use adhes

A.12LabelsCAUTIONS: • To avoid damaging the machine, use only labels recommended for laser printers.• To prevent serious jams, always use the manual f

INDEXNumerics2-side, special copy 4.102-up, special copy 4.11Aauto fit, special copy 4.9Ccancelingcopy 4.4print 3.5scan 5.5cleaningdocument glass 7.5d

Mmemory, clear 7.2MFP driver, installLinux 6.4Nnetwork printer, set 3.22n-up (multiple pages per sheet)copy 4.11Oorientation, print 3.3, 6.13output lo

UuninstallingMFP driverLinux 6.6Windows 1.23Remote Control Panel 1.23SmarThru 1.24USBmode, change 8.12Wwatermarks, use 3.15

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GETTING STARTED1.2UnpackingRemove the machine and all accessories from the packing carton. Make sure that the machine has been packed with the followi

GETTING STARTED1.31Selecting a LocationSelect a level, stable place with adequate space for air circulation. Allow extra space for opening covers and

GETTING STARTED1.4Understanding the Component LocationThese are the main components of your machine:Front ViewRear ViewFront Output Tray(Face down)Con

About the User’s GuidesProvides information you need for setting up your machine and installing the supplied software. It also provides all of the det

GETTING STARTED1.51Control Panel Functions1COPYAdjusts the brightness of the documents for the current copy job. Selects the number of copies.2Display

GETTING STARTED1.6 Installing the Toner Cartridge1Open the front cover.2Remove the starter toner cartridge from its bag. Don’t use a knife or other sh

GETTING STARTED1.714Slide the toner cartridge into the machine until it locks into place completely.5Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover i

GETTING STARTED1.8Loading PaperYou can load approximately 250 sheets.To load a stack of Letter-sized paper:1Pull open the paper tray and remove it fro

GETTING STARTED1.914Pay attention to the paper limit mark on the left inside wall of the tray. Paper overloading may cause paper jams.5Insert and slid

GETTING STARTED1.102After inserting paper into the tray, slide in the guide until it lightly touches the end of the paper stack. For paper smaller tha

GETTING STARTED1.111Making ConnectionsTo print from your computer, you need to connect your printer to your computer with either a parallel interface

GETTING STARTED1.122Plug the USB printer cable into the connector on the back of the printer.3Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on yo

GETTING STARTED1.131Turning the Machine On 1Plug one end of the supplied three-pronged electrical type cord into the AC socket on the machine and the

GETTING STARTED1.14Installing SoftwareAbout Samsung SoftwareYou must install software using the supplied CD-ROM after you have set up your machine and

2CONTENTSChapter 1: GETTING STARTEDUnpacking ... 1.2Selecting a Location ...

GETTING STARTED1.151Printer Driver FeaturesYour printer drivers support the following standard features:• Paper source selection• Paper size, orientat

GETTING STARTED1.16Installing Samsung Software in WindowsSystem RequirementsBefore you begin, ensure that your system meets the minimum requirements.V

GETTING STARTED1.171Installing Samsung SoftwareNOTES: •Cancel the “New Hardware Found” window when your computer boots up.• Make sure that your machin

GETTING STARTED1.183Choose the installation type. •Typical: Installs the common software for your printer, such as printer driver, Twain driver, Remot

GETTING STARTED1.1915When the test page prints out correctly, click Yes.If not, click No to reprint it.6To register yourself as a user of Samsung Prin

GETTING STARTED1.20Installing Samsung SmarThruNOTE: SmarThru 4 does not support Windows 95.1Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.2Click I

GETTING STARTED1.211The software installation supports two types of setup:•Typical: Program will be installed with the most common options and is reco

GETTING STARTED1.228When the installation is finished, click Finish.Repairing SoftwareRepairing is required if your installation fails or the software

GETTING STARTED1.231Removing SoftwareUninstall is required if you are upgrading the software or if your installation fails. You can uninstall the item

GETTING STARTED1.24Uninstalling Samsung SmarThruNOTE: Before beginning uninstallation, ensure that all applications are closed on your computer. A sys

3Chapter 3: PRINTINGPrinting a Document in Windows ... 3.2Canceling a Print Job ...

GETTING STARTED1.251Setting Up the Machine SystemChanging the Display LanguageTo change the language that displays on the display of the control panel

GETTING STARTED1.26Setting the Paper Size and TypeAfter loading paper in the paper tray, you need to set the paper type and size using the control pan

GETTING STARTED1.271Using the Save ModesToner Save ModeToner Save mode allows your machine to use less toner on each page. Activating this mode extend

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2PAPER HANDLINGThis chapter introduces you to the basics of selecting print materials and loading them into your machine.This chapter includes:• Selec

PAPER HANDLING2.2Selecting Print MaterialsYou can print on a variety of print materials, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, transparencies, and s

PAPER HANDLING2.32Guidelines for Paper and Special MaterialsWhen selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special material, keep these guidelin

PAPER HANDLING2.4- To avoid smudging caused by fingerprints, handle them and coated paper carefully.- To avoid fading, do not expose the printed trans

PAPER HANDLING2.52Printing to the Front Output Tray (Face down)The front output tray collects printed paper face-down in the order in which it was pri

PAPER HANDLING2.63Close the jam cover. In order to close the cover, push the tab to the left and hold it down. Then lower the cover carefully until th

4Chapter 5: SCANNINGScanning Basics ... 5.2Scanning Using Samsung SmarThru ...

PAPER HANDLING2.72To use the rear output slot:1Open the rear cover by pulling it upward. CAUTION: The fusing area inside the rear part of your machine

PAPER HANDLING2.8Loading Paper in the Paper TrayThe paper tray can hold a maximum of 250 sheets of 20 lb(75g/m2) plain paper. For copying, you can use

PAPER HANDLING2.92Using the Manual FeederUse the manual feeder to print transparencies, labels, envelopes or postcards in addition to making quick run

PAPER HANDLING2.10CAUTION: You must open the rear output slot when you print on transparencies. If not, they may tear while exiting the machine.2Adjus

PAPER HANDLING2.112Setting the Paper Type and Size for the Manual FeederAfter loading paper in the manual feeder, you need to set the correct paper ty

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3PRINTINGThis chapter explains how to print your documents in Windows and how to use the print settings. This chapter includes:• Printing a Document i

PRINTING3.2Printing a Document in WindowsThe following procedure describes the general steps required for printing from various Windows applications.

PRINTING3.334Now you see the Samsung SCX-4100 Series Properties window, which allows you to access all of information you need when using your machine

PRINTING3.46If necessary, you can set the sequence for the pages to print from the Extras tab. Select the print order you want to use from the Printer

5Chapter 8: TROUBLESHOOTINGClearing Paper Jams ... 8.2In the Paper Tray ...

PRINTING3.53Canceling a Print JobThere are two ways to cancel a print job:To stop a print job from the control panel:Press the Stop/Clear button. Your

PRINTING3.6Using a Favorite SettingThe Favorites option, which is visible on each tab, allows you to save the current properties settings for future u

PRINTING3.73Setting Paper PropertiesUse the following options for paper handling. See page 3.2 for more information about accessing printer’s Properti

PRINTING3.8Setting Graphic PropertiesUse the following graphic options to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs. See page 3.2 for

PRINTING3.93Property DescriptionResolutionYou can select the printing resolution by choosing from 600 dpi (Normal) or 300 dpi (Draft). The higher the

PRINTING3.10Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of the Paper You can select the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. To print more th

PRINTING3.1133Select the number of pages you want to print per sheet (1, 2, 4, 9 or 16) on the Pages per Side drop-down list.4Select the page order on

PRINTING3.12Printing a Reduced or Enlarged DocumentYou can scale your print job on a page. 1When you change the print settings from your software appl

PRINTING3.133Fitting Your Document to a Selected Paper SizeYou can scale your print job to any paper size regardless of the digital document size. Thi

PRINTING3.14Printing PostersYou can print a single-page document onto 4, 9 or 16 sheets of paper, for the purpose of pasting the sheets together to fo

6Important Precautions and Safety InformationWhen using this machine, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire,

PRINTING3.1534Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, size and type.5Click OK and print the document. You can complete the poster by posting

PRINTING3.16Creating a Watermark1To change the print settings from your software application, access the printer’s Properties. See page 3.2. 2Click th

PRINTING3.173Editing a Watermark1To change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 3.2.2Click the E

PRINTING3.18Using OverlaysWhat is an Overlay?An overlay is text and/or images stored on the computer hard disk drive (HDD) as a special file format th

PRINTING3.1934In the Edit Overlays window, click Create Overlay. 5In the Create Overlay window, type a name of up to eight characters in the File name

PRINTING3.20Using a Page OverlayAfter an overlay has been created, it is ready to be printed with your document. To print an overlay with a document:1

PRINTING3.2136If necessary, click Confirm Page Overlay When Printing. When this box is checked, a message window appears each time you submit a docume

PRINTING3.22Setting Up the Locally Shared PrinterYou can connect the machine directly to a selected computer, which is called “host computer,” on the

PRINTING3.233Setting Up the Client Computer1Right-click Start and select Explorer. 2Open your network folder in the left column. 3Right-click the shar

PRINTING3.24Setting Up the Client Computer1Right-click Start and select Explorer. 2Open your network folder in the left column. 3Click the shared name

714. Unplug the machine from the, PC and AC wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:• When any

4COPYINGThis chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for copying documents.This chapter includes:• Loading Paper for Copying• Preparing a Document

COPYING4.2Loading Paper for CopyingThe instructions for loading print materials are the same whether you are printing, or copying. For copying, you ca

COPYING4.34Making a Copy1Lift and open the document cover.2Place the document face down on the document glass.3Align it with the registration guide on

COPYING4.4NOTES:• Leaving the cover open while copying may affect the copy quality and toner consumption.• If you are copying a page from a book or ma

COPYING4.54Setting Copy OptionsThe buttons on the control panel let you make all the basic copy options; darkness, number of copies, copy size and doc

COPYING4.6Reduced/Enlarged CopyingNOTE: When you set Original Type to Photo while using paper larger than A4 size and setting an enlargement rate of m

COPYING4.74Original TypeThe Original Type setting is used to improve the copy quality by selecting the document for the current copy job. To select th

COPYING4.8Using Special Copy FeaturesNOTE: When you set Original Type to Photo while using paper larger than A4 size, Text/Photo will be automatically

COPYING4.94Auto Fit CopyingNOTE: When the size of the document you want to copy is not same as the size of the paper loaded, this function automatical

COPYING4.102 sided in 1 page CopyingYou can copy a 2-sided document on one page of A4, or Letter -sized paper. When you copy using this feature, the m

8Laser 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

COPYING4.1142-up CopyingNOTE:2-up lets you copy two original documents on one sheet of paper. The documents are reduced 50 % to allow them to fit on

COPYING4.12Poster Copying1Load the documents to be copied on the document glass and close the cover.2Press Menu/Exit until "Special Copy" ap

COPYING4.134Changing the Default SettingsCopy options, including darkness, original type, copy size and number of copies, can be set to the most frequ

COPYING4.14Setting the Time Out OptionYou can set the time the machine waits before it restores the default copy settings, if you do not start copying

5SCANNINGScanning with your machine lets you turn pictures and text into digital files on your computer. Then you can e-mail the files, display them o

SCANNING5.2Scanning BasicsYour machine offers two ways to scan:• From the Samsung SmarThru software: Launch Samsung SmarThru and open the Scan To to b

SCANNING5.353Load the document to be scanned face down on the glass and align it with document guides on the left top corner of the glass.4Close the d

SCANNING5.4•ImageAllows you to edit an image you have saved as a graphic file and send it to a selected application or folder, email it, or publish it

SCANNING5.55•OCRScanning an image and performing text recognition. Allows you to scan an image, preview it, and send it to the OCR program for text re

SCANNING5.6Scanning Process with TWAIN-enabled Software If you want to scan documents using other software, you will need to use TWAIN-compliant softw