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Samsung CLX-2160 User Manual

Samsung CLX-2160
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Samsung CLX-2160 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Duplex printingYes
Print technologyLaser
Maximum resolution600 x 2400 DPI
Time to first page (black, normal)14 s
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)4 ppm
Maximum scan resolution4800 x 4800 DPI
Maximum copy resolution600 x 300 DPI
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)16 cpm
Copy speed (color, normal quality, A4)4 cpm
Total input capacity150 sheets
Total output capacity100 sheets
Internal memory128 MB
Sound pressure level (printing)48 dB
Network readyNo
Dimensions (WxDxH)413 x 353 x 333 mm
All-in-one functionsCopy, Scan
Color all-in-one functionscopy, print
Standard interfacesUSB 2.0
Package weight20700 g
Paper tray media typesCard stock, Envelopes, Glossy paper, Labels, Transparencies
Market positioningHome & office

Summary

1. Introduction

Special Features

Highlights unique capabilities like print quality, speed, paper handling, and document creation features.

Machine Overview

Identifies and illustrates the main components of the printer's front and rear views for user reference.

Finding More Information

Lists resources for setup and usage, including guides, help sections, and the official website.

Selecting a Location

Provides guidelines on choosing a suitable, well-ventilated place for the machine to ensure proper operation.

Demo Page and Altitude Adjustment

Instructions for printing a demo page and adjusting altitude settings for optimal print quality.

Control Panel Overview

Explains the functions of each button and display element on the printer's control panel for user interaction.

Status LED and Toner Messages

Details the meaning of the Status LED and LCD display for machine status and toner cartridge information.

2. System Setup

Menu Overview

Provides an overview of the menus for machine setup and functions, varying by mode and country.

System Configuration

Instructions for changing display language, power save mode, and auto continue settings.

3. Software Overview

Supplied Software and Driver Features

Details provided software, printer driver capabilities, and their features across different OS.

System Requirements

Lists the minimum and recommended system requirements for installing software on Windows, Linux, and Macintosh.

4. Network Setup (CLX-2160N only)

Network Setup Introduction and OS Support

Explains network sharing and lists supported operating systems for network connectivity.

Configuring TCP/IP and Ethernet Speed

Steps for assigning TCP/IP addresses and setting Ethernet communication speed.

Network Configuration Management

Procedures for restoring default network settings and printing configuration details.

5. Selecting and Loading Print Media

Loading Originals and Selecting Media

Instructions for placing documents and choosing appropriate print media for optimal quality.

Loading Paper

Step-by-step instructions for loading paper correctly into the printer's tray and manual feeder.

Paper Size and Type Settings

How to set paper size and type via the control panel for copy jobs and PC printing.

Media Guidelines and Specifications

Lists supported media sizes and provides guidelines for selecting, storing, and using special print media.

6. Copying

Copying Basics and Tray Selection

Steps for selecting the paper tray and performing basic copying operations.

Copy Settings and Features

Customizing copy settings, reducing/enlarging, adjusting darkness, and using special copy features.

Special Copy Features

Detailed instructions for ID card copying, 2-up/4-up copying, poster printing, and clone copying.

Erasing Background Images

Removes background color when copying, useful for newspapers or catalogs (mono copying only).

7. Basic Printing

Printing Documents and Canceling Jobs

General steps for printing documents and how to cancel print jobs from various applications.

8. Scanning

Scanning Basics and Local Connection

Overview of scanning methods and steps for scanning to an application via local connection.

Network and USB Scanning

Procedures for network scanning, USB scanning, and customizing scan settings.

Scan Settings Management

How to set scan timeouts, change job settings, and configure default scan settings for efficiency.

9. Using USB Flash Memory

USB Memory Device Operations

About USB memory, plugging it in, and managing its contents on the machine.

Scanning and Printing with USB

How to scan to USB, customize scan settings, and print directly from USB devices.

USB Memory Management

Procedures for deleting files, formatting USB devices, and viewing memory status.

Direct Printing and Camera Connectivity

Printing directly from digital cameras and viewing USB memory status.

10. Maintenance

Printing Reports and Clearing Memory

How to print machine reports and selectively clear memory or reset settings.

Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning the exterior, interior, and scan unit of the machine.

Toner Cartridge Maintenance

Guidelines for toner storage, expected life, redistributing toner, and replacing cartridges.

Replacing Imaging Unit and Waste Toner

Instructions for replacing the imaging unit and the waste toner container.

Maintenance Parts and Replaceables

Lists maintenance parts, their yields, and how to check replaceable elements.

Machine Management and Serial Number

Managing the machine via website and checking its serial number for service.

11. Troubleshooting

Avoiding and Clearing Paper Jams

Tips for preventing paper jams and step-by-step instructions for clearing them.

Understanding Display Messages

Explains error messages displayed on the control panel and their suggested solutions for correction.

Solving Other Problems

Lists common issues and recommended solutions, starting with paper feeding problems.

Paper Feeding and Printing Problems

Troubleshooting for paper feeding issues and common problems encountered during printing.

Print Quality Problems

Solutions for common print quality issues such as faded print, toner specks, dropouts, and streaks.

Copying and Scanning Problems

Troubleshooting for common issues encountered during copying and scanning operations.

OS-Specific Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for Network Scan, Windows, Macintosh, and common OS-specific problems.

Linux Printing Troubleshooting

Solutions for printing issues encountered on Linux systems, including driver compatibility and color rendering.

12. Ordering Supplies

Supplies and Purchasing Information

Lists available supplies like toner cartridges and provides information on how to purchase them.

13. Specifications

General and Printer Specifications

Details general machine specifications and printer performance metrics like speed and resolution.

Scanner and Copier Specifications

Technical details pertaining to the scanner and copier functions of the machine.

Chapter 1: Installing Printer Software in Windows

Printer Software Installation

Guide for installing printer software for local or network printing on Windows systems.

Typical and Custom Installation

Explains typical and custom installation methods, including driver selection and IP configuration.

Local Printer Installation

Detailed steps for performing a typical installation of a locally connected printer.

Custom Installation Details

Custom installation for printers, allowing component selection and IP address configuration.

Network Printer Installation

Recommended installation method for network printers, installing all necessary components.

Network Custom Installation

Custom installation for network printers, allowing component selection and IP address configuration.

Reinstalling Printer Software

Steps to reinstall printer software if the initial installation fails or causes issues.

Removing Printer Software

Instructions for uninstalling printer software and its components from the computer.

Chapter 2: Basic Printing

Printing Documents and Files

General steps for printing documents and saving print data to a file (PRN).

Printer Settings and Tabs

Accessing and changing printer options via properties windows, including Layout and Paper tabs.

Graphics and Extras Tabs

Adjusting print quality with graphics options and selecting output options like watermarks via Extras tab.

About and Printer Tabs

Displays copyright info, driver version, and printer configuration options accessible through the Printer tab.

Favorite Settings and Help

Saving and using custom print settings, and accessing the printer driver's built-in help screen.

Chapter 3: Advanced Printing

N-Up Printing and Posters

Printing multiple pages on one sheet and creating posters by combining multiple printed pages.

Booklets and Duplex Printing

Printing documents as booklets and printing on both sides of paper with edge binding options.

Reduced/Enlarged and Fit to Page Printing

Changing print size to larger/smaller or scaling documents to fit selected paper sizes.

Watermarks and Overlays

Adding text watermarks and using stored page overlays for forms or letterheads.

Using Overlays

Creating new page overlays and printing existing ones with documents.

Chapter 4: Sharing the Printer Locally

Setting Up Host and Client Computers

Configuring the printer as host and setting up client computers for shared network printing.

Chapter 5: Using Smart Panel

Smart Panel Overview and Troubleshooting

Understanding Smart Panel functions, monitoring status, and accessing the troubleshooting guide.

Printer Settings and Program Options

Configuring printer settings and changing Smart Panel program options for notifications and alerts.

Chapter 6: Scanning

Scanning with SmarThru

Introduction to Samsung SmarThru software and steps for uninstalling it.

SmarThru Scanning Process

Step-by-step guide to start scanning using SmarThru and its various scanning services.

TWAIN and WIA Driver Scanning

Scanning documents using TWAIN-compliant software and the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) driver.

7 Using Your Printer in Linux

Linux Driver Installation and Uninstallation

Steps for installing and uninstalling the Samsung Unified Linux Driver package.

Unified Driver Configurator

Tool for configuring printer and scanner settings, grouping options logically.

Printers Configuration

Managing printer configurations, including adding, removing, and testing printers.

Scanner and Port Configuration

Managing scanner settings and ports, including sharing between devices.

Printer Properties and Document Printing

Configuring printer properties and printing documents from Linux applications.

Printing Files and Scanning Documents

Printing various file types and scanning documents using the driver configurator.

Scan Settings Management

Saving/deleting job types and using the Image Manager for editing scanned images.

8 Using Your Printer with a Macintosh

Macintosh Software Installation

Installing and uninstalling printer and scanner drivers for Macintosh systems.

Setting Up the Printer

Steps for setting up the printer for network or USB connections on a Macintosh.

Printing Documents and Settings

Printing documents and changing printer settings via Macintosh applications.

Layout and Printer Features

Adjusting document layout and printer features like paper type and quality.

Advanced Printing Options

Printing multiple pages on one sheet and configuring advanced print features.

Macintosh Scanning

Scanning documents using third-party TWAIN-compliant software on Macintosh.

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