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Lexmark E 250d - User Manual

Lexmark E 250d
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User’s Guide
June 2006
Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc.,
registered in the United States and/or other countries.
© 2006 Lexmark International, Inc. All rights reserved.
740 West New Circle Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40550
E250d and E250dn

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Lexmark E 250d Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLexmark
ModelE 250d
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Using the Control Panel

Overview of the Control Panel

Introduces the printer's control panel layout, including lights and buttons.

Understanding the Control Panel Lights

Explains the meaning of various light sequences on the control panel.

Primary Codes

Details the primary error and status codes indicated by control panel lights.

Secondary Errors

Lists and explains secondary error codes and their corresponding light sequences.

Understanding Printer Configuration Menus

Printing the Printer Settings Configuration Sheet

Instructions for printing a sheet with printer settings and configuration options.

Configuration Menus Overview

General overview of printer configuration menus and navigation.

Network Menu

Settings related to printer network configuration and job handling.

Parallel Menu

Settings for printer configuration when using a parallel port connection.

Setup Menu

Options for configuring printer behavior related to line endings.

USB Menu

Settings for printer configuration over a USB connection.

Utilities Menu

Tools for troubleshooting printer problems and accessing diagnostic functions.

Print Media Tasks and Tips

What Types of Print Media Can Be Loaded?

Details the types of paper and media compatible with the printer.

Where Can Print Media Be Loaded?

Identifies the locations where print media can be loaded into the printer.

Selecting Print Media

Provides guidelines for choosing the correct print media for optimal performance.

Paper

Specific recommendations for using different types of paper.

Paper Characteristics

Details on paper weight, curl, smoothness, moisture, and grain direction.

Preprinted Forms and Letterhead

Guidelines for using preprinted forms and letterhead effectively.

Transparencies

Recommendations for using transparencies with the printer.

Envelopes

Guidelines for printing with envelopes.

Labels

Recommendations for using labels with the printer.

Card Stock

Specific instructions for printing with card stock.

Storing Paper

Best practices for storing paper to maintain quality.

Storing Supplies

Guidance on storing printer consumables.

Tips on Preventing Jams

Helpful tips to avoid paper jams during printing.

Loading the 250-Sheet Tray

Step-by-step instructions for loading paper into the 250-sheet tray.

Extending the Tray for Legal- or Folio-Size Paper

How to adjust the paper tray for larger paper sizes.

Loading the Manual Feeder

Instructions for loading single sheets of media via the manual feeder.

Using the Rear Exit

How to use the rear exit path for specialty media.

Clearing Jams

Detailed steps for clearing paper jams from the printer.

Printing Tasks

Manually Feeding a Print Job

How to print a single page using the manual feeder.

Printing on Both Sides of the Paper (Duplex Printing)

Instructions for printing on both sides of a document to save paper.

Printing Multiple Page Images on One Page (N-up Printing)

How to print multiple document pages onto a single sheet of paper.

Printing a Booklet

Steps to print documents in a booklet format.

Printing on Letterhead

Guidance on printing documents on letterhead paper.

Printing Using an Overlay or Watermark

How to add overlays or watermarks to print jobs.

Using a Watermark

Specific instructions for applying watermarks to documents.

Canceling a Print Job

Methods for canceling a print job from the printer or computer.

Canceling a Job from a Macintosh Computer

Instructions for canceling a print job from a Macintosh computer.

Installing Options

Accessing the System Board

Steps to access the printer's internal system board for hardware installation.

Adding a Memory Card

Instructions for installing additional memory into the printer.

Installing an Optional 550-Sheet Drawer

Guide for installing an additional 550-sheet paper drawer.

Recognizing Installed Options

How the printer driver detects newly installed hardware options.

Software Tasks

Printing Menu Settings and Network Setup Pages

How to print diagnostic pages for printer and network configuration.

Printing a Test Page from the Computer

Steps to print a test page from the computer to verify printer functionality.

Using the Local Printer Settings Utility

Guide to using the utility for advanced printer setting adjustments.

Supplies Information

What Supplies Do I Need and How Do I Order Them?

Information on required supplies and how to purchase them.

Storing Supplies

Best practices for storing printer supplies to maintain their condition.

Conserving Supplies

Tips for reducing the consumption of toner and paper.

Knowing When You Need New Supplies

How to determine when printer supplies need replacement.

Checking the Toner and Photoconductor Levels

Methods to check the status of toner and photoconductor.

Ordering a Maintenance Kit

Information on when and how to order maintenance kits.

Recognizing Control Panel Light Sequences

Explains control panel lights related to toner and photoconductor status.

Changing the Toner Cartridge

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the toner cartridge.

Changing the Photoconductor Kit

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the photoconductor kit.

Recycling Lexmark Products

Information on how to recycle Lexmark products.

Troubleshooting

General Problems

Addresses common issues and provides solutions for general printer problems.

Selecting Printer Operating Mode

How to choose the optimal operating mode for printer performance.

Turning on Reduced Curl Mode

Steps to enable a mode that reduces paper curling.

Print Quality Problems

Diagnoses and solutions for various print quality issues.

Cleaning the Printhead Lens

Instructions for cleaning the printhead lens to improve print quality.

Notices

Conventions

Explains symbols and terms used in the manual.

Electronic Emission and Compliance Notices

Covers FCC, Industry Canada, EC, VCCI, and MIC compliance statements.

Noise and Energy Consumption

Information on noise levels and product power usage.

Environmental and Safety Notices

Covers WEEE, laser safety, and advisory labels.

Limited Warranty Information

Details the printer's limited warranty terms, service, and limitations.

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