Samsung ML-1610 Series

SAMSUNG Laser Printer User's Guide
ML-1610 Series

Samsung ML-1610 Series Specifications

General

Print Technology	Laser
Monthly Duty Cycle	Up to 5, 000 pages
Connectivity	USB 1.1
Processor	150 MHz
Memory	8 MB
Print Speed	16 ppm
Print Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Input Capacity	150-sheet input tray
Output Capacity	100 sheets
Supported Paper Sizes	A4, A5, Letter, Legal, Executive
Supported Media Types	Plain, Transparencies, Labels, Envelopes
Operating System Compatibility	Mac OS

Summary

Introduction to Samsung Laser Printer

Special Features of the Printer

Details printer features for quality, speed, paper handling, document creation, cost savings, and environment.

Printer Driver Features Overview

Overview of printer driver features like toner save, print quality, poster printing, and watermarks.

Printer Components Identification

Identifies printer parts with front and rear views, control panel, and toner cartridge.

Understanding the Control Panel

Explains LED indicators and control buttons for printer operation.

Setting Up Your Samsung Printer

Unpacking the Printer and Accessories

Steps to remove printer and accessories from the packing carton.

Selecting an Optimal Printer Location

Guidelines for choosing a suitable and ventilated place for the printer.

Installing the Toner Cartridge

Step-by-step instructions for installing the toner cartridge into the printer.

Loading Paper Correctly

Instructions on how to load paper correctly into the printer tray.

Connecting the Printer Cable

Steps to connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable.

Turning the Printer On

Procedure to connect the power cord and turn on the printer.

Printing a Demo Page

How to print a demo page to verify printer operation.

Installing Printer Software

Guide on installing the printer software from the CD-ROM.

Using Print Materials with Your Printer

Choosing Paper and Other Materials

Considerations for selecting appropriate paper and print materials for best quality.

Paper Type and Capacities

Details on supported paper types and their capacities in the paper tray.

Guidelines for Paper and Special Materials

Best practices for using various paper types, envelopes, labels, etc.

Verifying the Output Location

Description of the paper output tray and its handling.

Loading Paper

Instructions for proper paper loading to prevent jams.

Using Manual Feed Mode

How to use manual feed for special paper types or checking quality.

Printing on Special Materials

Specific guidance for printing on envelopes, labels, transparencies, etc.

Canceling a Print Job

Methods to cancel a print job from the control panel or computer.

Maintaining Your Samsung Printer

Maintaining the Toner Cartridge

Guidelines for toner cartridge storage, life expectancy, and saving toner.

Redistributing Toner

Procedure to redistribute toner for improved print quality when toner is low.

Replacing the Toner Cartridge

Instructions on when and how to replace the toner cartridge.

Using the Toner Save Mode

How to enable Toner Save mode for reduced toner consumption.

Cleaning the Printer

Procedures for cleaning the printer's outside and inside surfaces.

Consumables and Replacement Parts

List of replaceable parts and their estimated yield.

Troubleshooting Printer Problems

Troubleshooting Checklist

A systematic checklist to identify and resolve printer issues.

Solving General Printing Problems

Table of common printing problems and their potential causes and solutions.

Clearing Paper Jams

Detailed steps to remove jammed paper from various printer areas.

Solving Print Quality Problems

Checklist and solutions for issues like faded print, toner specs, and dropouts.

Troubleshooting Error Messages

Guide to understanding LED patterns and resolving error messages.

Common Windows Problems

Common error messages and solutions specific to Windows OS.

Common Linux Problems

Common issues and solutions when using the printer with Linux OS.

Printer and Paper Specifications

Printer Specifications

Technical details of the printer including speed, resolution, power, and dimensions.

Paper Specifications

Information on paper types, sizes, weights, capacities, and environmental conditions.

Installing Printer Software in Windows

Installing Printer Software

Step-by-step guide to install the printer software on a Windows PC.

Changing the Software Language

How to change the display language of the installed printer software.

Reinstalling Printer Software

Instructions on how to reinstall the printer software if initial installation fails.

Removing Printer Software

Procedure to uninstall the printer software from the computer.

Basic Printing Operations

Printing a Document

General steps for printing documents from Windows applications.

Printer Settings

Overview of printer properties windows and accessing settings.

Advanced Printing Features

Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet (N-Up)

Select number of pages per sheet, size reduction, and arrangement.

Printing Posters

Print a document onto multiple sheets to create a poster.

Printing Reduced or Enlarged Documents

Change the size of a page's content to appear larger or smaller.

Fitting Document to Selected Paper Size

Scale print jobs to fit selected paper sizes, useful for checking fine details.

Using Watermarks

Add text like "DRAFT" or "CONFIDENTIAL" diagonally across pages.

Using Overlays

Use stored text/images as overlays for forms or letterheads.

Sharing the Printer Locally

Windows 9 xMe Printer Sharing

Setting up a host and client computer for printer sharing in Windows 9x/Me.

Windows NT 4.0+ Printer Sharing

Setting up host and client computers for printer sharing in Windows NT 4.0+.

Using Status Monitor

Opening the Troubleshooting Guide

Accessing the troubleshooting guide via the Status Monitor icon.

Using Your Printer in Linux

System Requirements for Linux

Lists supported OS, recommended capacities, and software for Linux.

Installing the Printer Driver in Linux

Step-by-step guide to install the printer driver in a Linux environment.

Changing Printer Connection Method in Linux

Reconfiguring Linux printer connection from USB to parallel or vice versa.

Uninstalling the Printer Driver in Linux

Procedure to remove the printer driver from a Linux system.

Using the Configuration Tool in Linux

Accessing the Linux tool for printer management tasks.

Changing LLPR Properties in Linux

Fine-tuning printer properties using the LLPR Properties window in Linux.