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Dell 1815dn Multifunction Mono Laser Printer User Manual

Dell 1815dn Multifunction Mono Laser Printer
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Unpacking Your Multi-Function Printer
1. Select a location for your printer.

l Leave enough room to open the printer tray, covers, doors, and options. It is also important to allow enough space around the printer for proper
ventilation.
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l Provide a proper environment:
l A firm, level surface
l Away from the direct airflow of air conditioners, heaters, or ventilators
l Away from sunlight, extreme humidity, or high fluctuations in temperature
l A clean, dry, and dust free location
2. In addition to the Dellâ„¢ Laser Multi-Function Printer 1815dn, ensure that you have the following items in the box. If there is a missing item, contact
Dell:
a. The appearance of the power cord and the telephone line cord may differ according to your country's specifications.
b. The Drivers and Utilities CD contains Dell printer drivers, Scan drivers, Printer Settings Utility, Set IP, Macintosh driver, Linux driver, Dell Toner
ManagementSystem™,DellScanCenter™,PaperPort
®
and an HTML User's Guide.
c. This item is only provided in some countries.
3. Save the carton and packing material in case the printer needs to be repacked.
4. Remove the packing tape from the front, back and sides of the printer.
CAUTION: The printer requires at least two people to lift it safely.
NOTE: Leave the printer in the box until you are ready to install it.
toner cartridge
power cord
a
owner's manual
telephone line cord
Drivers and Utilities CD
b
terminator
c
setup diagram
quick reference guide (optional)
NOTE: Use the telephone line cord supplied with your printer. If you choose to use a different cord, use an AWG #26 or lower gauge cord that is a
maximum 250 cm in length.
NOTE: The power cord must be plugged into a grounded power socket.

Table of Contents

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Dell 1815dn Multifunction Mono Laser Printer Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyLaser
FunctionsPrint, Copy, Scan, Fax
Print ResolutionUp to 1200 x 1200 dpi
ConnectivityUSB 2.0, Ethernet
Paper Handling250-sheet input tray, 50-sheet multipurpose tray
Automatic Document Feeder50-sheet
Duplex PrintingYes
Scanner TypeFlatbed, ADF
Fax Transmission Speed33.6 Kbps
Scan Resolution600 x 600 dpi
Media SizeLetter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, Envelopes
Media TypePlain paper, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies
Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Mac, Linux
Print SpeedUp to 27 ppm (Letter, Black)

Summary

Unpacking Your Multi-Function Printer

Selecting Location and Environment

Proper placement and environmental conditions for printer setup.

Checking Box Contents

Verifying all necessary items are included in the printer box.

Initial Unpacking Procedures

Steps for safely removing the printer from its packaging.

About Your Multi-Function Printer

Front View Overview

Description of the printer's front components and layout.

Rear View Overview

Operator Panel Functions

Common Keys

Explanation of basic operator panel buttons and their functions.

Key Pad Operation

Details on using the numeric keypad for input and commands.

Printer Fonts

Installing the Toner Cartridge

Toner Cartridge Preparation

Procedures for redistributing toner and opening the cover.

Loading Paper

Loading Paper into the Tray

Instructions for loading paper into the printer's main tray.

Making Connections

Connecting the Telephone Line

Guide for connecting the printer to a telephone line for faxing.

Connecting the Printer Cable

Connecting Locally via USB

Steps for connecting the printer directly to a computer using a USB cable.

Connecting via Network Cable

Steps for connecting the printer to a network using an Ethernet cable.

Powering On the Printer

Printer Settings Utility Overview

Changing Display Language

Selecting Country

Toner Save Mode

Power Save Modes

Power Save Mode

Configuration for reducing power consumption when idle.

CCD Power Save Mode

Power saving for the scanner lamp when not in use.

Setting the Time Out Option

Protecting Your Printer with a Passcode

Assigning a Passcode

Steps to set a four-digit passcode for printer security.

Activating the Protect Feature

Enabling the passcode protection feature for unauthorized access.

Copying Operations

Loading Paper for Copying

Instructions for loading paper specifically for copy jobs.

Selecting Paper Trays

How to choose the paper source for copy output.

Preparing Documents for Copying

Guidelines for placing originals on the scanner or ADF.

Loading an Original Document

Loading Documents in the ADF

Procedure for using the Automatic Document Feeder.

Loading Documents on the Glass

Procedure for placing documents on the document glass.

Making Copies

Loading Documents for Copying

Instructions on how to load originals for the copy process.

Customizing Copy Settings

Adjusting settings like copies, size, contrast, and quality.

Using Special Copy Features

Overview of advanced copying functions like ID Copy, Auto Fit.

Setting Copy Options

Number of Copies

Selecting the quantity of copies to be produced.

Reduced/Enlarged Copy Settings

Adjusting the scale of copied images from 25% to 400%.

Contrast Adjustment

Modifying copy lightness or darkness.

Quality Settings

Adjusting image quality based on document type.

Using Special Copy Features

ID Copying Procedure

Copying two-sided documents onto one sheet.

Auto Fit Copying

Automatically resizing originals to fit the paper.

Poster Copying

Clone Copying

Printing Copies on Both Sides of Paper

Changing Default Copy Settings

Faxing Operations

Setting the Printer ID

Configuring the printer's identification for sending faxes.

Using the Number Keypad for Input

Setting the Time and Date

Changing the Clock Mode

Setting Sounds and Volume

Toll Save Mode Operation

Setting up the Fax System

Changing Fax Setup Options

Modifying default fax settings like contrast, resolution, and rings to answer.

Sending a Fax

Adjusting Document Contrast

Fine-tuning contrast for lighter or darker fax output.

Adjusting Document Resolution

Optimizing resolution for scan quality and fax output.

Sending Faxes Automatically

Sending Faxes Manually

Confirming Fax Transmissions

Automatic Redialing

Receiving Faxes

About Receiving Modes

Understanding different modes for receiving faxes (Fax, Tel, Ans/Fax).

Loading Paper for Receiving Faxes

Paper requirements for printing received faxes.

Receiving Automatically in Fax Mode

Printer's default mode for automatic fax reception.

Receiving Manually in Tel Mode

Procedure for manual fax reception using a telephone.

Receiving Faxes Using the DRPD Mode

Receiving Faxes in the Memory

Automatic Dialing Features

Speed Dialing Overview

Storing frequently dialed numbers for quick access.

Storing a Number for Speed Dialing

Step-by-step guide to saving speed dial entries.

Editing Speed Dial Numbers

Sending a Fax using a Speed Number

Group Dialing

Setting Group Dial

Creating groups of fax numbers for multi-destination sending.

Editing Group Dial Numbers

Sending a Fax Using Group Dialing

Searching for a Number in the Memory

Searching Sequentially through Memory

Browsing the phonebook alphabetically from A to Z.

Searching with a Particular First Letter

Quickly finding entries by specifying the first letter.

Printing a Phonebook List

Other Faxing Methods

Redialing Last Called Number

Redialing the most recently dialed fax number.

Sending Broadcasting Faxes

Sending a document to multiple locations simultaneously.

Sending a Delayed Fax

Sending a Priority Fax

Adding Documents to a Scheduled Fax

Canceling a Scheduled Fax

Additional Features: Secure Receiving Mode

Turning Secure Receiving Mode On

Activating secure mode to prevent unauthorized fax printing.

Printing Reports

Printing Various Reports

Instructions for printing phonebook, sent/received fax, system data, and email reports.

Using Advanced Fax Settings

Changing Setting Options

Modifying advanced fax settings like Send/Receive Forward.

Using an Answering Machine

Using a Computer Modem

Sending a Fax from a PC

Installing PC-Fax Software

Steps to install the PC-Fax software for sending faxes.

Customizing PC-Fax Settings

Configuring name, number, and printer selection for PC-Fax.

Sending a Fax from Your PC

Procedure for sending documents as faxes from a computer.

Finding Information

Using Drivers and Utilities CD

Information on installing drivers and accessing the user's guide.

Dell Support Website

Accessing online support, drivers, and documentation.

Linux Operating System Support

Linux Getting Started and Requirements

Overview, system, hardware requirements, and software for Linux.

Installing the MFP Driver on Linux

Initial steps for installing the printer driver in a Linux environment.

Installing the MFP Driver on Linux (Continued)

Uninstalling the MFP Driver

Using the MFP Configurator

Opening the MFP Configurator

Launching the configuration tool from the desktop or start menu.

Printer Configuration Tabs

Navigating through Printers and Classes tabs.

Printer Configuration Details

Printers Tab Options

Managing printers, adding, removing, and setting defaults.

Classes Tab Options

Managing printer classes for grouping devices.

MFP Ports Configuration

Configuring Printer Properties

Printing a Document from Applications

Printing Files via Command Line

Scanning a Document with MFP Configurator

Scanner Properties and Scanning Process

Scanner Properties Configuration

Adjusting scan options like image quality and scan area.

Scanning Procedure

Steps for loading documents and initiating a scan.

Adding Job Type Settings

Using the Image Editor

Macintosh Operating System Support

Installing Macintosh Software and Drivers

Steps to install printer software on Macintosh computers.

Setting Up the Printer on Macintosh

Configuring network or USB connections for Macintosh.

Printing a Document from Macintosh

Changing Printer Settings on Macintosh

Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet

Duplex Printing Setup

Printer Features Settings

Image Mode and Toner Save Settings

Enhancing text appearance and enabling toner saving.

Advanced Options and Darkness

Fine-tuning print appearance with advanced settings.

Managing Favorite Settings

Using Printer Help Features

Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet

Printing Reduced or Enlarged Documents

Fitting Document to Selected Paper Size

Printing Posters

Printing on Both Sides of Paper

Using Watermarks

Using Existing Watermarks

Applying predefined watermarks to documents.

Creating and Managing Watermarks

Adding, editing, and deleting custom watermark text.

Using Overlays

Creating and Using Page Overlays

Creating custom overlays with logos or images and printing them.

Deleting Page Overlays

Removing page overlays that are no longer needed.

Scanning Operations

Scanning Overview and Basics

Introduction to scanning features and the general steps involved.

Scanning to an Application

Sending scanned images to specific software applications.

Network Scan Functionality

About Network Scan

Overview of scanning documents over a network.

Managing Network Scan Users

Adding and removing users for network scanning access.

Scanning Using Network Scan

Procedure for scanning documents to a network computer.

Adding a Network Scanner

Setting Network Scan Properties

Scanner Properties Pages

Configuring General, Server, Advanced, and Preferences pages.

Scanning using Network Scan (Continued)

Scanning to USB Memory Key

USB Memory Key Information

Overview of USB memory key capabilities and connection.

Scanning with Default Settings

Scanning documents using preset configurations to USB.

Scanning Using My Settings

Changing Default Scan Settings

Managing a USB Memory Key

USB Key File Operations

Deleting, formatting, printing from, and viewing status of USB key files.

Email Setup and Operations

Setting Up the Email Account

Configuring printer settings for sending emails.

Scanning and Sending an Email

Scanning documents and sending them via email.

Address Book Management

Address Book Setup

Adding and sending email addresses using the address book.

Editing or Deleting Email Addresses

Modifying or removing email entries from the address book.

Group Number Management

Managing Group Email Addresses

Assigning, deleting, and editing group email addresses.

Sending Email using Group Numbers

Sending emails to multiple recipients using group dial numbers.

Printing Address Book

Changing Default Scan Settings

Fax Forward to E-mail addresses

Software and Web Tools

Software Overview

List of software included with the printer and their functions.

Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool

Monitoring printer status and changing settings via web browser.

Installing Software in Windows

Windows Installation Overview

General steps for installing software, including OS requirements.

Installing Dell Software for Local Printing

Installing Dell Software for Network Printing

Uninstalling Software

Using the Dell Toner Management System

Local Printer Status Monitor

Displaying printer status and toner levels on the computer.

Network Status Monitor Center

Monitoring status of multiple printers on a network.

Printer Settings Utility Features

Directory, Fax, and Scan Sections

Managing phonebook, fax settings, and scan destinations.

Printer Specifications

General and Scanner/Copier Specs

Technical specifications for general printer functions and scanning.

MFP and Fax Specs

Technical specifications for multi-function and facsimile capabilities.

Paper Specifications and Usage

Paper Handling Overview and Sizes

Information on paper types, sizes, and support.

Paper Usage Guidelines

Best practices for using paper to avoid jams and ensure quality.

Troubleshooting Printer Issues

Clearing Paper Jams

Procedures for clearing jams in ADF, paper paths, fuser, and duplex.

Error Messages and General Problem Solving

Interpreting LCD error messages and general troubleshooting steps.

Paper Jam Avoidance Tips

Problem Diagnosis and Solutions

Printing Problems

Paper Feed and Printing Issues

Troubleshooting paper feed errors, slow printing, and blank pages.

Printing Quality Problems

Common Printing Defects

Addressing issues like faded print, toner specks, and vertical lines.

Specific Print Quality Issues

Resolving toner smear, character, skew, curl, and dirty printout problems.

Fax Problems

Common Fax Issues

Troubleshooting black pages, loose toner, voids, stripes, and curl fax problems.

Common Problems and Solutions

Printing and Faxing Problems

Resolving issues with printing, fax reception, and sending.

Scanning and Network Scan Problems

Troubleshooting scanner errors and network scan issues.

Macintosh and PostScript Troubleshooting

Macintosh Chooser Problems

Resolving issues when printing or scanning from Macintosh.

PostScript (PS) Error Resolution

Troubleshooting PostScript file printing and related errors.

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