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Contents Before Beginning .......................................11 A Notes, Notices, and Cautions . . . . . . . . . 1 Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide 2 Finding Information 3 4 13 . 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 About the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 . . . . . . . . . .
5 Connecting Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting Printer to Computer . 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Turning On the Printer 6 Loading Paper 7 Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Windows 41 Inserting the Drivers and Utility CD Installing Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . 41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 For installing host-based printer driver . . . . . .
Recommended Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Unacceptable Paper Selecting Paper Selecting Preprinted Media and Letterhead . . . . 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Printing on Letterhead Loading Letterhead . Selecting Pre-Punched Paper . . . . . . . . . . . 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Common Light Sequences Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Operator Call Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secondary light sequences Fatal Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Firmware Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Understanding the Tool Box Menus . . . . 87 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Printer Settings Report Printer Information Menu Settings Reports Printer Maintenance 90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 System Settings Paper Density Adjust BTR . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick Launch Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . User Setup Disk Creating Tool Macintosh® . . . . . . . . . . . 105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Status Monitor Widget 15 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating System Compatibility 106 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning Inside the Printer . . . . 125 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Cleaning the Color Toner Density (CTD) Sensor Adjusting Color Registration Performing Auto Correct Printing the Color Registration Chart . . . . . . . 127 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Determining Values Entering Values . 17 Clearing Jams Avoiding Jams . 122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 131 . .
Random spots/Blurred images The entire output is blank . . . . . . . . . . . 145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Streaks appear on the output Pitched color dots 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Vertical blanks Mottle . Ghosting Fog . . . . . . . . . . . Bead-Carry-Out (BCO) Auger mark . . .
Contacting Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your printer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
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1 Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide Click the links to the left for information on the features, options, and operation of your printer. For information on other documentation included with your printer, see "Finding Information" on page 17. To order replacement toner cartridges or supplies from Dell: 1 Double-click the icon on your desktop. If you cannot find the icon on your desktop, follow the procedure below.
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2 Finding Information NOTE: The USB cable is not shipped with your printer. What are you looking for? Find it here • Drivers for my printer Drivers and Utilities CD • My User's Guide The Drivers and Utilities CD contains setup video, documentation, and drivers for your printer. You can use the CD to install/re-install drivers or access your setup video and documentation.
What are you looking for? Find it here • Safety information Product Information Guide • Warranty information CAUTION: Read and follow all safety instructions in your Product Information Guide prior to setting up and operating your printer.
What are you looking for? Express Service Code and Service Tag Find it here Service Tag xxxxxxx Express Service Code 000 000 000 00 The Express Service Code and Service Tag are located inside the side door of your printer. • Latest drivers for my printer Go to support.dell.com • Answers to technical service support.dell.
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3 Product Features This chapter describes the product features and indicates their links. 2-Sided (Manual Duplex Print) Multiple Up in the Layout tab (N-up Print) Manual Duplex Print is to print two or more pages on the front and back side of a single sheet of paper manually. This feature allows you to reduce the paper consumption. For more information, see "Manual Duplex Printing (Windows Printer Driver Only)" on page 81. N-up Print enables you to print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper.
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4 About the Printer This chapter provides an overview of your Dell™ 1250c Color Printer.
Rear View 1 2 10 9 8 7 6 3 4 5 1 Wall Jack Connector 2 Rear Cover Release Handle 3 USB Port 4 Security Slot 5 Rear Cover 6 Transfer Roller 7 Paper Chute 8 Paper Feed Roller 9 Transfer Belt 10 Fuser Release Lever 24 About the Printer
Space Requirements Place the printer at a location such that there is adequate space for using the printer feeder and covers. 69 mm/2.7 inches 225 mm/ 8.9 inches 100 mm/ 3.9 inches 394 mm/ 15.5 inches 307 mm/12.1 inches 295.5 mm/ 11.6 inches 300 mm/11.8 inches 329.5 mm/13 inches To avoid irregular screen image or malfunctioning of your printer, avoid placing the printer in direct sunlight with the front cover opened.
Operator Panel For more information on the operator panel, see "Operator Panel" on page 69. Securing the Printer To protect your printer from theft, you can use the optional Kensington lock. Attach the Kensington lock to the security slot on your printer. Security slot For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the Kensington lock.
Ordering Supplies You can order consumables from Dell on the Internet when using a networked printer. Enter the IP address of your printer in your web browser, launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, and click the Order Supplies at: to order toner for your printer. You can also order toner cartridges by the following method: 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Dell Supplies Management System. The Dell Supplies Management System window appears.
If you order by phone, call the number that appears in the Order by Phone section.
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5 Connecting Your Printer Your Dell™ 1250c Color Printer interconnection cable must meet the following requirements: Connection type Connection specifications USB USB 2.0 compatible 1 1 USB Port Connecting Printer to Computer A local printer is a printer attached to your computer using the USB cable.
• Windows Server® 2003 • Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition • Windows Server 2008 • Windows Server 2008 64-bit Edition • Windows Server 2008 R2 • Windows Vista® • Windows Vista 64-bit Edition • Windows 7 • Windows 7 64-bit Edition • Mac OS® X 10.3.9/10.4.11/10.5/10.6 To attach the printer to a computer: 1 Ensure that the printer, computer, and any other attached devices are turned off and unplugged from the power source/outlet.
CAUTION: The printer should not be connected to a UPS system. 1 Connect the power cable to the wall jack connector on the back of your printer (see "Rear View" on page 24). 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the power source. 3 Turn on the printer.
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6 Loading Paper NOTE: Use only laser print media. Do not use ink jet paper in your printer. NOTE: For printing envelopes, see "Loading Print Media" on page 59. 1 Open the front cover by pulling out the instruction sheet. 2 Pull the paper cover out. 3 Remove the instruction sheet attached to the paper cover with adhesive tape.
4 Pull the length guide forward until it stops. 5 Pull the MPF extension forward until it stops. 6 Adjust the paper width guides to their maximum width.
7 Before loading the print media, flex the sheets back and forth, and then fan them. Straighten the edges of the stack on a level surface. 8 Load print media on the MPF with the top edge first and with the recommended print side facing up. 9 Adjust the width guides until they rest lightly against the edges of the stack of print media.
10 Slide the length guide towards the printer until it touches the print media. NOTE: Depending on the size of print media, first slide the length guide backward until it stops, and then slide the MPF extension until it touches print media.
11 Insert the paper cover into the printer and then align the paper cover to the marking on the paper tray. 12 Select the paper type from the printer driver if the loaded print media is not standard plain paper. If a user-specified print media is loaded in the MPF, you must specify the paper size setting by using the printer driver.
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Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Windows 7 Inserting the Drivers and Utility CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into your computer to start Easy Setup Navigator. NOTE: If the CD does not automatically launch, click Start All Programs (for Windows Vista and Windows 7) Accessories (for Windows Vista and Windows 7) Run, and then type D:\setup_assist.exe (where D is the drive letter of your CD), and then click OK.
5 Select the port connected to this product, and then click Next. 6 Click Have Disk to display the Install From Disk dialog box. 7 Click Browse, and then select the extracted folder in step 1. 8 Click OK. 9 Select your printer name and click Next. 10 To change the printer name, enter the printer name in the Printer name box. To use this printer as the default printer, select the check box displayed under the Printer name. Click Next. Installation starts.
Installation starts. 11 If you do not share your printer, select Do not share this printer. If you share your printer, select Share this printer so that others on your network can find and use it. Click Next. 12 As the driver installation is completed, click Print a test page to print a test page. 13 Click Finish. Windows 7, Windows 7 64-bit Edition, or Windows Server 2008 R2 1 Extract the zip file you downloaded to your desired location. 2 Click Start Devices and Printers. 3 Click Add a printer.
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Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Macintosh 8 Download and install the printer drivers and software for Macintosh operating system at support.dell.com/support Installing the Drivers and Software 1 After downloading the drivers and software, double-click the Dell 1250c Installer icon, and then click Continue. 2 Click Continue on the Introduction screen. 3 Select a language for the Software License Agreement. 4 After reading the Software License Agreement, click Continue.
4 Click the Plus (+) sign, and click Default. 5 Select the printer connected via USB from the Printer Name list. 6 Name and Print Using are automatically entered. 7 Click Add. Adding a Printer on Mac OS X 10.4.11 1 Turn on the printer. 2 Connect the USB cable between the printer and Macintosh computer. 3 Start Printer Setup Utility. NOTE: You can find Printer Setup Utility in the Utilities folder in Applications. 4 Click Add. 5 Click Default Browser in the Printer Browser dialog box.
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Print Media Guidelines 9 Print media can be paper, labels, envelopes, and coated paper among others. Your printer provides high-quality printing on a variety of print media. Selecting the appropriate print media for your printer helps avoid printing troubles. This section describes selecting print media, caring for print media, and loading the print media in Multipurpose Feeder (MPF). Paper For the best print quality in color, use 75 g/m2 (20 lb) xerographic, grain long paper.
unwrapped, even in the paper feeder, can contribute to paper curling prior to printing and cause feeding problems regardless of humidity. When printing on curled paper, straighten the paper and then insert it into the MPF. Smoothness The degree of paper smoothness directly affects print quality. If the paper is too rough, the toner does not fuse to the paper properly, resulting in poor print quality. If the paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding problems.
NOTE: Always print several samples before buying large quantities of any type of print media. When choosing any print media, you should consider the weight, fiber content, and color.
• Do not mix print media sizes, weights, or types in the same source. This may result in a paper jam. • Ensure that the paper is properly loaded in the MPF. • Flex paper back and forth, and then fan them. Straighten the edges of the stack on a level surface. Selecting Preprinted Media and Letterhead When selecting preprinted media and letterhead paper for the printer: • Use grain long paper for best results.
Loading Letterhead Load the letterhead in the printer with the print side facing up. Ensure that the title on the letter head enters the printer first. Selecting Pre-Punched Paper Pre-punched paper brands can differ in the number and placement of holes and in manufacturing techniques. However, it may not be possible to print on the paper to depending on the placement of holes on the paper.
Envelopes Depending on the choice of envelopes, it is possible to expect variable levels of light wrinkling. Before buying large quantities of any print media, it is recommended that you try a sample first. See "Loading Print Media" on page 59 for instructions on loading an envelope. When printing on envelopes: 54 • Use only high-quality envelopes that are designed for use in laser printers. • Set the print media source to MPF.
– Have nicked edges or bent corners – Have rough, cockle, or laid finishes Labels Your printer can print on many labels designed only for use with laser printers. When selecting labels: • Label adhesives, face sheet (printable stock), and topcoats must be able to withstand temperatures of 205 °C (401 °F) and pressure of 25 pounds per square inch (psi). • Use labels that can be without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or releasing hazardous emissions.
CAUTION: Otherwise the printer occur in a jam and contaminate your printer and your cartridges with adhesive. As a result, could void your printer and cartridge warranties. Storing Print Media For proper print media storage, the following guidelines help avoid media feeding problems and uneven print quality. • For best results, store print media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40%.
Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) DL LEF (220x110 mm)*1 Y Letter (8.5x11 in) Y Legal (8.5x14 in) Y Folio (8.5x13 in) Y Executive (7.25 x 10.5 in) Y Custom*2*3 Y 1 * You can place the originals in a long-edge feed direction or in a short-edge feed direction. The following illustration shows SEF and LEF. The arrow mark in the illustration shows the orientation of the paper loading. NOTE: Not available when the XPS Printer Driver is used. *2 Custom width: 76.2 mm (3.00 inches) to 215.9 mm (8.
Media Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) Recycled Y Recycled Side 2 Y Label Y Covers Y Covers Side 2 Y Envelope Y Coated Y Coated Side 2 Y * Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. Paper Type Specifications Paper type Plain Paper Weight (gsm) 60–90 Remarks - Plain Thick Paper 91–105 - Covers 106–163 - Coated 106–163 Inkjet printer paper cannot be used. Label - Inkjet printer paper cannot be used.
Loading Print Media 10 Loading print media properly helps prevent jams and ensures trouble-free printing. Before loading print media, identify the recommended print side of the print media. This information is usually on the print media package. Capacity Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) can hold: • 150 sheets of standard paper • 16.2 mm (0.64 inches) of thick paper • One sheet of coated paper • 16.2 mm (0.64 inches) of post cards • Five envelopes • 16.2 mm (0.
2 Pull the paper cover out. 3 Pull the length guide forward until it stops. 4 Pull the MPF extension forward until it stops.
5 Adjust the paper width guides to their maximum width. 6 Before loading the print media, flex the sheets back and forth, and then fan them. Straighten the edges of the stack on a level surface. 7 Load print media on the MPF with the top edge first and with the recommended print side facing up.
8 Adjust the width guides until they rest lightly against the edges of the stack of print media. 9 Slide the length guide towards the printer until it touches the print media. NOTE: Depending on the size of print media, first slide the length guide backward until it stops, and then slide the MPF extension until it touches print media.
10 Insert the paper cover into the printer and then align the paper cover to the marking on the paper tray.
Loading Envelopes NOTE: When you print on envelopes, be sure to specify the envelope setting on the printer driver. If not specified, the print image will be rotated 180 degrees. When Loading Envelope#10, DL, or Monarch Load envelopes with the side to be printed on facing up, the flap side facing down, and the flap turned to the right. To prevent DL and Monarch from being wrinkled, they are recommended to be loaded with the print-side facing up, flap opened, and facing you.
NOTICE: Never use envelopes with windows, or coated linings. These lead to paper jams and can cause damage to the printer. NOTE: If you do not load envelopes in the MPF right after they have been removed from the packaging, they may bulge. To avoid jams, flatten them as shown below when loading them in the MPF. NOTE: If envelopes are still not fed correctly, add some bending to the flap of the envelopes as shown in the following illustration. The amount of the bending shall be 5mm (0.20 inches) or less.
NOTE: To confirm the correct orientation of each print media such as envelopes, see the instruction on the Envelope/Paper Setup Navigator on the printer driver. Loading Letterhead The letterhead must be toward the top edge of MPF with the print side facing up. However, the letterhead must be inserted top edge first with the print side facing down when loading paper into the MPF.
Using the Output Tray Extension The output tray extension is designed to prevent print media from falling from the printer after the print job is complete. Before printing a document, ensure that the output tray extension is fully extended.
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11 Operator Panel Using the Operator Panel Buttons The operator panel has two buttons and several indicators that show the status of the printer. 1 2 3 5 4 1 (Jam) indicator • 2 Indicates that a paper jam occurred or the rear cover is open. (Toner) indicator • 3 Indicates that the toner is low or empty, or toner error occurred. (Error) indicator • 4 Indicates that an error occurred. (Ready/Data) indicator • 5 Indicates the printer status, such as receiving and printing data.
6 (Cancel) button • 7 Press this button to cancel a job or clear an error. (Manual Duplex) indicator • 8 Indicates that the printer is ready to print the second side (odd) pages for duplex printing. (Load Paper) indicator • Indicates that no paper is loaded or a paper jam occurred in the multipurpose feeder. The indicators provide information on the status of the printer and help you locate each problem. Indicator Jam Toner Status Condition Orange on A paper jam occurred.
Indicator Status Condition Manual Duplex Green blinks The printer is waiting for manual duplex printing. Load Paper Orange on No paper is loaded or a paper jam occurred in the multipurpose feeder. Orange blinks The wrong size of paper is loaded. Understanding the Operator Panel Lights The operator panel lights mean different things, depending on their sequence.
1 2 Jam Toner - - - - - - Ready - - - - - - Processing - - - - - - Printing - - - - - - Canceling - - - - - - Calibrating - - - - - - Warming up - - - - - - Waiting for incoming data - - - - - - Initializing NVM - - - - - - On Diagnosis when starting - - - - - - In power saver mode - - - - Waiting for manual duplex printing.
1 2 Jam Toner Y - 3 K - - *1 - - - The yellow toner is low.*2 - - - *1 - - - The magenta toner is low.*2 - - *1 - - - The cyan toner is low.*2 - *1 - - - The black toner is low.*2 - *1 - - - The printer is in the non-Dell toner mode. - - - - - - - Printer Status - - - 8 C - - 7 - - 5 M - - 4 Error Ready/ Start Manual Load Data Duplex Paper - - - - *1 - - - The yellow toner is empty.*3 - - - *1 - - - The magenta toner is empty.
1 2 Jam Toner - 3 Y M C K - - - - 4 5 7 8 Cause/Remedy Error Ready/ Start Manual Load Data Duplex Paper - - No paper is loaded. Load paper and press the (Start) button. See "Loading Paper" on page 35. - - - - - - - - Paper jam occurred. See "Clearing Jams" on page 131. - - - - - - - - - - - - - The rear cover is open. Close the rear cover. - - The wrong size of paper is loaded. See "Loading Paper" on page 35. - - - - - - - - - An error occurred.
Secondary light sequences When the Error indicator blinks, a secondary error has occurred. Press and hold the (Start) button to display the secondary error light sequences. 1 2 Jam Toner - 3 Y M C - - - K 4 5 7 8 Cause/Remedy Error Ready/ Start Manual Load Data Duplex Paper - - Memory overflow Press the (Cancel) button to clear the message and cancel the current print job. See "Canceling a Print Job" on page 80.
Fatal Errors Contact Dell if this error occurs repeatedly. See "Contacting Dell" on page 164. 1 2 3 Jam Toner - - 4 5 7 8 Cause/Remedy Error Ready/ Start Manual Load Data Duplex Paper - - - - A fatal error occurred. Turn off the printer, and then on. Firmware Errors Contact Dell if this error occurs repeatedly. See "Contacting Dell" on page 164.
1 2 Jam 3 Toner Y M C K 4 5 7 8 Cause/Remedy Error Ready/ Start Manual Load Data Duplex Paper - - - An error occurred while downloading the firmware. Turn off the printer, and then on. Printing a Device Settings Page Press and hold the (Start) button when the Ready/Data indicator lights (ready status) until the Ready/Data indicator blinks. Resetting Defaults After executing this function and rebooting the printer, all the menu parameters are reset to their default values.
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Printing 12 This chapter covers tips for printing, how to print certain lists of information from your printer, and how to cancel a job. Tips for Successful Printing Tips on Storing Print Media Store your print media properly. For more information, see "Storing Print Media" on page 117. Avoiding Paper Jams NOTE: It is recommended that you try a limited sample of any print media you are considering using with the printer before purchasing large quantities.
2 From the File menu, select Print. 3 Verify that the correct printer is selected in the dialog box. Modify the system settings as needed (such as the pages you want to print or the number of copies). 4 Click Preferences to adjust system settings not available from the first screen, and then click OK. 5 Click OK or Print to send the job to the selected printer. Canceling a Print Job There are several methods for canceling a print job.
Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers (for Windows Vista®). Click Start Control Panel Printers (for Windows Server 2008). A list of available printers appears. 2 Double-click the printer you selected when you sent the job. A list of print jobs appears in the printer window. 3 Select the job you want to cancel. 4 Press Delete on the keyboard. Manual Duplex Printing (Windows Printer Driver Only) NOTE: When printing on curled paper, straighten the paper and then insert it into the feeder.
2 After the printing of even pages is complete, remove the paper stack from the output tray. NOTE: Warped or curled prints can cause paper jams. Straighten them before setting them. 3 Next stack the prints and set them as they are (with the blank side face up) into the MPF. Pages are printed in the order of page 1, page 3, then page 5. 4 Press the (Start) button. NOTE: Printing on both sides of the paper is not possible if the document consists of various sizes of papers.
The Operator Panel 1 Ensure that the green LED on the (Ready/Data) indicator is on and (Start) button for over three not blinking, and then press and hold the seconds. The printer settings page is printed. The Tool Box NOTE: 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Dell 1250c Color Printer Tool Box. NOTE: The Select Printer window appears in this step, when multiple printer drivers are installed on your computer.
NOTE: The Select Printer window appears in this step, when multiple printer drivers are installed on your computer. In this case, click the name of Dell 1250c Color Printer listed in Printer Name, and then click OK. The Tool Box opens. 2 Click the Printer Maintenance tab. 3 Select the desired menu item. Each menu item has a list of values for the menu item.
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13 Understanding the Tool Box Menus The Tool Box allows you to view or specify the printer settings. You can also diagnose the printer settings by using the Tool Box. The Tool Box consists of the Printer Settings Report, Printer Maintenance, and Diagnosis tabs. NOTE: For how to start Tool Box, see "Understanding Your Printer Software" on page 103. Printer Settings Report The Printer Settings Report tab contains the Printer Information, Menu Settings, and Reports pages.
Printing Speed (Color) Displays the speed for color printing. Printing Speed (Monochrome) Displays the speed for monochrome printing. Menu Settings Purpose: To display the current settings of your printer. Values: System Settings Paper Density Adjust BTR 88 Power Saver Timer Sleep Displays the time taken by the printer before it enters Sleep mode after it finishes a job.
Adjust Fuser Plain Thick Displays the voltage setting of the transfer roller for thick plain paper. Recycled Displays the voltage setting of the transfer roller for recycled paper. Covers Displays the voltage setting of the transfer roller for cover paper. Coated Displays the voltage setting of the transfer roller for coated paper. Envelope Displays the voltage setting of the transfer roller for envelopes. Label Displays the voltage setting of the transfer roller for labels.
To print the settings and history information of your printer. The reports are printed in the paper size specified in printer settings. The default is A4 or Letter. Values: Printer Settings Click to print a detailed list of the printer settings. Device Settings Click to print a detailed list of the device settings. Job History Click to print the completed jobs history. Error History Click to print the error history. Color Test Page Click to print a color test page.
Fault Time-Out Job Time-Out 0: Off Disables the fault time-out. 60 seconds* 3–300 seconds Specifies the time taken by the printer before it cancels jobs that stop abnormally. The print job is cancelled if it times out. 0: Off Disables the job time-out. * 30 seconds 5–300 seconds Auto Log Print Off* Does not automatically print a job history report. On Automatically prints a job history report after every 10 jobs.
Paper Density Purpose: To specify the paper density. Values: Plain Normal* Specifies the paper density of plain paper. Light Label Normal* Specifies the paper density of labels. Light Apply New Settings After you complete the settings, press the Apply New Settings button to apply the changes. Restart printer to apply new Press the Restart printer to apply new settings button settings to apply the changes.
Covers 0* -3 – +3 Coated 0* Envelope 0* -3 – +3 -3 – +3 Label 0* -3 – +3 Apply New Settings After you complete the settings, press the Apply New Settings button to apply the changes. Restart printer to apply new settings Press the Restart printer to apply new settings button to apply the changes. Adjust Fuser Purpose: To specify the optimum temperature settings for printing for the fuser. To lower the temperature, set negative values. To increase, set positive values.
Coated 0* -3 – +3 Envelope 0* -3 – +3 Label 0* -3 – +3 Apply New Settings After you complete the settings, press the Apply New Settings button to apply the changes. Restart printer to apply new settings Press the Restart printer to apply new settings button to apply the changes. Color Registration Adjustment Purpose: To set Color Registration Adjustment (individual yellow, magenta, cyan correction) settings.
Registration Adjustments*1 Y(Yellow) 0* -5–+5 M(Magenta) 0* Specifies lateral (perpendicular to paper feed direction) color adjustment values individually. -5–+5 C(Cyan) 0* -5–+5 LY(Left Yellow) 0* LM(Left Magenta) 0* LC(Left Cyan) 0* RY(Right Yellow) 0* RM(Right Magenta) 0* RC(Right Cyan) 0* -5–+5 Specifies process (paper feed direction) color adjustment values individually.
The discharge phenomenon for charging the photo conductor varies with barometric pressure. Adjustments are performed by specifying the altitude of the location where the printer is being used. NOTE: An incorrect altitude adjustment setting leads to poor printing quality, incorrect indication of remaining toner. Values: 0 meter* 1000 meters Specifies the altitude of the location where the printer is installed.
NOTE: Using non-Dell-brand toner cartridges may make some printer features unusable, reduce print quality and decrease the reliability of your printer. Dell recommends only new Dell-brand toner cartridges for your printer. Dell does not provide warranty coverage for problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Dell. NOTE: Before you use toner cartridge of another manufacturer, be sure to restart the printer.
NOTE: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. Chart Print Purpose: To print various charts that can be used for diagnosing your printer. Values: Paper Size A4 Selects the paper size to print charts. Letter Ghost Configuration Chart Click to print a chart to check for ghost printing. 4 Colors Configuration Chart Click to print bands of yellow, magenta, cyan, and black with varying density.
Machine Check Main Motor Operation Check* Click Start to operate the main motor inside the printer. Confirm the motor sound. Feed Roll Operation Click Start to operate the feed roll. Confirm the motor sound. Check*1 REGI CLUTCH Operation Check Click Start to operate the REGI CLUTCH. Confirm that you can hear the clutch clicking. Dispense Motor Check (Yellow) Click Start to operate the dispense motor for each toner cartridge. Confirm the motor sound.
Start Click to stir the toner. Refresh Mode Purpose: To use up a toner cartridge when you need to replace it before the end of its life, or to stir the toner in a new toner cartridge. NOTE: Using the Refresh Mode consumes extra toner. Values: Yellow Click to clean the toner in the yellow toner cartridge. Magenta Click to clean the toner in the magenta toner cartridge. Cyan Click to clean the toner in the cyan toner cartridge. Black Click to clean the toner in the black toner cartridge.
The printer restarts automatically to apply the settings.
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Understanding Your Printer Software 14 Use the Drivers and Utilities CD that shipped with your printer to install a combination of software programs, depending on your operating system. Windows® Printer Status Window The Printer Status window alerts you when there is a warning or when an error occurs, for example, when a paper jam occurs or toner is running low. By default, the Printer Status window launches only when an error occurs.
3 If you are ordering from the web: a Select a web address from the Select Reorder URL list. b Click Visit Dell printer supplies ordering web site. Dell 1250c Color Printer - Dell Supplies Management System window appears. c Enter the Service Tag, and then click OK. If you order by phone, call the number that appears in the Order by Phone section. Software Update The firmware and/or driver updates can be downloaded from the Dell Support website located at support.dell.com.
For details, click the Help button of each application. Status Window Click to open the Printing Status window. See "Printer Status Window" on page 103. Tool Box Click to open the Tool Box. See "Understanding the Tool Box Menus" on page 87. Updater Click to update the Dell software and printer firmware. Troubleshooting Click to open the Troubleshooting Guide, which allows you to resolve issues by yourself.
Macintosh® Status Monitor Widget Status Monitor Widget is a printer utility that promotes efficient use of the printer through the exchange of information between the Macintosh and the printer. To open the Status Monitor Widget: Click the Dashboard icon in the dock to launch Dashboard. NOTE: If the Select a printer. message is displayed, select your printer in Preferences. For more information on Preference, see "Preferences" on page 107. Status Monitor window appears.
NOTE: If you receive no response from the printer or the printer is processing a job using a USB connection, the message Cannot get printer information is displayed. 2 Printer Status Image Area Displays the image of printer condition. • Estimated Toner Level image Displays the estimated toner level of each color if the printer is functioning properly. Less than 29% Less than 9% Unknown NOTE: If the utility does not receive a response from the printer, the Unknown toner image is displayed.
Printer Displays a list of available printer names in the drop-down list. The first printer displayed in this list is set as default. Status Update Interval You can update the interval of the printer status. By default, it is set to obtain the printer information every 10 seconds. The range varies between 0 and 600. SNMP Community Name You can change the SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) community name if using default community name (public). Up to 31 characters can be entered.
Order Online Select a web address from the drop-down list and click Visit Dell printer supplies ordering web site. hyperlink to access the web site for ordering Dell printer supplies. Order by Phone Displays a list of available phone numbers that you can call to order Dell printer supplies.
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15 Specifications Operating System Compatibility Your Dell™ 1250c Color Printer is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP, Windows XP 64-bit Edition, Windows Server® 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 64-bit Edition, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Vista®, Windows Vista 64-bit Edition, Windows 7, and Windows 7 64-bit Edition, Mac OS® X Version 10.3.9, 10.4.11, 10.5.8, and 10.6.
Dimensions Height: 225 mm (8.9 inches) Width: 394 mm (15.5 inches) Depth: 300 mm (11.8 inches) Weight (not including cartridge): 11.3 kg (24.
Relative humidity 20-70% RH (no condensation) Storage Temperature range -20-40°C Storage humidity range 5-85% RH (no condensation) Altitude Operating Up to 3,100 m (10,000 feet) Storage 70.9275 Kpa Cables Your interconnection cable must meet the following requirements: 1 Connection type Connection specifications and symbols USB USB 2.
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Maintaining Your Printer 16 Periodically, your printer requires you to complete certain tasks to maintain optimum print quality. If several people are using the printer, you may want to designate a key operator to maintain your printer. Refer printing problems and maintenance tasks to this key operator. Conserving Supplies You can change several settings in your printer driver to conserve toner cartridge and paper.
• To achieve the best possible print quality, store print media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40%. • Store cartons of print media on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the floor. • If you store individual packages of print media out of the original carton, ensure that they rest on a flat surface so the edges do not buckle or curl. • Do not place anything on top of the print media packages.
CAUTION: Do not shake the used toner cartridge to avoid spilling of toner. Removing the Toner Cartridges 1 Turn off the printer. 2 Open the toner access cover. 3 Pinch the cartridge firmly as shown in the illustration. 4 Pull the toner cartridge out.
CAUTION: Always pull the cartridge out slowly so that you do not spill any toner. Installing a Toner Cartridge 1 Unpack a new toner cartridge of the desired color and shake it five to six times to distribute the toner evenly. NOTE: Ensure that the color of the new toner cartridge matches that on the handle before replacing it. NOTE: Handle the toner cartridge carefully to avoid spillage of the toner. 2 Remove the tape from the toner cartridge.
3 Adjust the toner cartridge to the associated cartridge holder, and then insert it firmly by pressing near the center of the label until the cartridge clicks. 4 Close the toner access cover.
Y Cleaning Inside the Printer CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, always turn off the printer and disconnect the power cable from the grounded outlet before performing maintenance. 1 Confirm that the printer is not in operation, and open the toner access cover. 2 Pinch the cartridge firmly as shown in the illustration.
3 Pull the toner cartridge out. 4 Pull the other three cartridges out as well. 5 Pull the cleaning rod out.
6 Insert the cleaning rod fully into the hole beside the arrow on the printer until its tip reaches the interior of the printer as illustrated below, and then pull it out. 7 Repeat the same procedure for the other three holes. 8 Return the cleaning rod to its original location. 9 Replace the black cartridge by adjusting it to the associated cartridge holder, and then insert it firmly by pressing near the center of the label until the cartridge clicks.
10 Replace the other three cartridges as well. 11 Close the toner access cover. Y Cleaning the Color Toner Density (CTD) Sensor CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, always turn off the printer and disconnect the power cable from the grounded outlet before performing maintenance. 1 Ensure that the printer is turned off. 2 Push the rear cover release handle and open the rear cover.
3 Clean the CTD sensor inside the printer with a clean dry cotton swab. 4 Close the rear cover. Adjusting Color Registration This section describes how to adjust the color registration when you first install the printer or after moving it to a new location.
Performing Auto Correct Auto Correct on the Tool Box allows you to correct the color registration automatically. NOTE: 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Dell 1250c Color Printer Tool Box. NOTE: The Select Printer window appears in this step, when multiple printer drivers are installed on your computer. In this case, click the name of Dell 1250c Color Printer listed in Printer Name, and then click OK. The Tool Box opens. 2 Click the Printer Maintenance tab.
The color registration chart is printed. Determining Values On the color registration chart printed, find the straightest lines where the two black lines and the colored line are most closely aligned for each color (Y, M, and C). If you find the straightest line, make a note of the value (-5 - +5) indicated by the straightest line for each color. When the value is 0 for each color, you do not need to adjust the color registration.
Entering Values Using the Tool Box, enter the values that you found in the color registration chart to make adjustments. NOTE: 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Dell 1250c Color Printer Tool Box.
NOTE: The Select Printer window appears in this step, when multiple printer drivers are installed on your computer. In this case, click the name of Dell 1250c Color Printer listed in Printer Name, and then click OK. The Tool Box opens. 2 Click the Printer Maintenance tab. 3 Select Color Registration Adjustment from the list at the left side of the page. The Color Registration Adjustment page is displayed. 4 Select the value with the straight line, and then click the Apply New Settings button.
Clearing Jams 17 Careful selection of appropriate print media and proper loading allow you to avoid paper jams. See "Print Media Guidelines" on page 49 for more information. NOTE: Before buying large quantities of any print media, it is recommended that you try a sample first. Avoiding Jams • Use only recommended print media. See "Print Media Guidelines" on page 49 for more information. • See "Loading Print Media" on page 59 to load print media properly. • Do not overload the print media sources.
Identifying the Location of Paper Jams CAUTION: Do not attempt to clear any jams using tools or instruments. This may permanently damage the printer. The following illustration shows where paper jams may occur along the print media path.
Clearing Paper Jams From the Front of the Printer CAUTION: Before performing any of the following procedures, read and follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTE: To resolve the error displayed on the operator panel, you must clear all print media from the print media path. 1 Pull the paper cover out. 2 Remove any paper jammed from the front of the printer. 3 Replace the paper cover in the printer.
Clearing Paper Jams From the Back of the Printer CAUTION: Before performing any of the following procedures, read and follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, always turn off the printer and disconnect the power cable from the grounded outlet before performing maintenance. CAUTION: To avoid burns, do not clear paper jams immediately after printing. The fuser becomes extremely hot during use.
3 Remove any paper jammed from the back of the printer. 4 Lower the fuser release levers to their original position. 5 Close the rear cover.
Clearing Paper Jams From the Output Tray CAUTION: Before performing any of the following procedures, read and follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, always turn off the printer and disconnect the power cable from the grounded outlet before performing maintenance. CAUTION: To avoid burns, do not clear paper jams immediately after printing. The fuser becomes extremely hot during use.
3 Remove any paper jammed from the back of the printer. If no paper is found in the paper path, then remove any paper jammed out of the output tray. 4 Lower the fuser release levers to their original position. 5 Close the rear cover.
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Troubleshooting 18 Basic Printer Problems Some printer problems can be easy to resolve. If a problem occurs with your printer, check each of the following: • The power cable is connected to the printer, and to a properly grounded electrical outlet. • The printer is turned on. • The electrical outlet is not turned off at any switch or breaker. • Other electrical equipment plugged into the outlet is working.
Printing Problems Problem Action Job did not print or incorrect Ensure that (Ready/Data) indicator is lit. characters printed. Ensure that print media is loaded in the printer. Verify that you are using the correct printer driver. Ensure that you are using the correct USB cable and that it is securely connected to the printer. Verify that the correct print media size is selected. If you are using a print spooler, verify that the spooler has not stalled.
Problem Action Page breaks in unexpected places. Increase the setting for Fault Time-Out in the System Settings menu in the Tool Box. Job prints from the wrong Check the Paper Type in the printer driver. source or on the wrong print media. Print media does not stack neatly in the output bin. Turn the print media stack over in the MPF. Print Quality Problems NOTE: In this section, some procedures use the Tool Box or the Status Monitor.
Action 2 Yes Verify that the print media is not damp and the The task is correct print media is used. See "Supported complete. Paper Sizes" on page 56. If not, use the print media recommended for the printer. No Go to action 3. Is the problem recovered? 3 Verify that the Paper Type setting in the printer The task is complete. driver matches the print media you loaded. 1 On the Paper/Output tab in Printing Preferences of the printer driver, check the Paper Type setting.
Action Yes No 1 The task is complete. Go to action 2. The task is complete. Go to action 3. The task is complete. Contact Dell. The print media surface may be uneven. Try changing the Paper Type setting in the printer driver. For example, change the plain paper to thick. 1 On the Paper/Output tab in Printing Preferences of the printer driver, change the Paper Type setting. Is the problem recovered? 2 Verify that the correct print media is being used. See "Supported Paper Sizes" on page 56.
Action Yes No 1 Ensure that the toner cartridges are installed correctly. See "Installing a Toner Cartridge" on page 120. The task is complete. Go to action 2. 2 If you use non-Dell brand toner cartridges, install Dell brand toner cartridges. The task is complete. Go to action 3. Is the problem recovered? Is the problem recovered? 3 The task is Clean up the fuser unit. 1 Load one sheet of paper on the MPF, and then complete. print a solid image all over paper.
Streaks appear on the output If this trouble comes out, contact Dell. Pitched color dots If this trouble comes out, contact Dell.
Action 1 Yes The task is Clean inside the printer and performing test complete. print. 1 Clean inside the printer by using the cleaning rod. See "Cleaning Inside the Printer" on page 122. 2 Click Print Test Page in Properties of the printer driver. No Contact Dell. Is the problem recovered? Mottle Action 1 Yes Adjust the transfer bias. The task is 1 Launch the Tool Box, click Adjust BTR on the complete. Printer Maintenance tab. 2 Adjust the setting for the type of print media being used.
Action 1 Yes No The task is Adjust the transfer bias. 1 Launch the Tool Box, click Chart Print on the complete. Diagnosis tab. 2 Click the Ghost Configuration Chart button. Go to action 2. The Ghost Configuration Chart is printed. 3 Launch the Tool Box, click BTR Refresh Mode on the Printer Maintenance tab. 4 Check the check box next to On, and then click Apply New Settings. 5 Click Chart Print on the Diagnosis tab. 6 Click the Ghost Configuration Chart button. The Ghost Configuration Chart is printed.
Fog Action Yes No 1 Is the whole page printed light? Contact Dell. Go to action 2. 2 Start Developer Stir Mode. 1 Launch the Tool Box, click Developer Stir Mode on the Diagnosis tab. 2 Click the Start button. The task is complete. Contact Dell.
Action Yes No 1 The task is complete. Contact Dell. Yes No If the printer is installed in a high altitude location, set the altitude of the location. 1 Launch the Tool Box, and click Adjust Altitude on the Printer Maintenance tab. 2 Select the value close to the altitude of the location where the printer is installed. Is them problem recovered? Auger mark Action 1 The toner cartridges may be low or need to be The task is replaced. Confirm the amount of toner in each complete. toner cartridge.
Wrinkled/Stained paper Action 1 Yes Verify that the correct print media is being The task is used. See "Supported Paper Sizes" on page 56 complete. and "Print Media Guidelines" on page 49. If not, use the print media recommended for the printer. Is the problem recovered? 2 Check the crease. Is the crease within 30 mm of This type of the four edges of the envelope? crease is considered normal. Your printer is not at fault. No If printing on an envelope, go to action 2.
Action Yes No 3b Load the envelope long edge feed in the MPF with the flap open and facing up. For details, see "When Loading Envelope#10, DL, or Monarch" on page 64. The task is complete. Go to action 4b. The task is complete. Contact Dell. The task is complete. Contact Dell. Yes No Is the problem recovered? 4a Load the envelope in the MPF with the flap open and facing up. For details, see "When Loading C5" on page 64. Is the problem recovered? 4b Use a different size envelope.
Color registration is out of alignment Action Yes No 1 The task is complete. Go to action 2. The task is complete. Go to action 3. Execute auto color registration adjustment. 1 Launch the Tool Box, and click Color Registration Adjustment on the Printer Maintenance tab. 2 Click the Start button next to Auto Correct. Is the problem recovered? 2 Clean the CTD sensor. 1 Clean the CTD sensor. See "Cleaning the Color Toner Density (CTD) Sensor" on page 125.
Action Yes No 3 The task is complete. Contact Dell. Yes No Print the Color Registration Chart and manually correct the color registration. 1 Click Color Registration Adjustment on the Printer Maintenance tab. 2 Click the Start button next to Color Regi Chart. The color registration chart is printed. 3 Adjust till all straight lines are at the value of 0. See "Adjusting Color Registration" on page 126 for details. 4 Click the Apply New Settings button.
Noise NOTE: In this section, some procedures use the Tool Box or the Status Monitor. For more information about Tool Box, see "Understanding the Tool Box Menus" on page 87. For more information about Status Monitor, see "Printer Status Window" on page 103. Action Yes No 1 Contact Dell. Go to action 2. Locate the cause of the problem by removing the toner cartridges. 1 Remove the toner cartridges. See "Replacing Toner Cartridges" on page 118.
Action 2 Yes No 1 Click Machine Check on the Diagnosis tab. Contact Dell. Go to action 3. 2 Select Dispense Motor Check (Yellow), Dispense Motor Check (Magenta), Dispense Motor Check (Cyan), or Dispense Motor Check (Black) from the drop-down list box, and click the Start button. 3 Click the Play of Sound button to check the motor sound. 4 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to perform Dispense Motor Check for the rest of the toner cartridges.
Misfeed jam Action 1 Yes Ensure that papers are properly inserted on the The task is MPF. complete. Is the problem recovered? No Proceed to the action corresponding to the type of the print media being used: • Thick - 2a • Thin - 2b • Envelope 2c If performing manual duplex printing, go to action 2d. If using paper other than the above or if not performing duplex printing, go to action 2e. 2a Use thick paper that is 216 gsm or less. Is the problem recovered? 2b Use thin paper that is 60 gsm or more.
Action Yes No 2e Is the print media damp? Go to action 3c. Go to action 3a. 3a Fan the print media. The task is complete. Go to action 3b. The task is complete. Go to action 3a. The task is complete. Go to action 4. The task is complete. Contact Dell. Action Yes No 1 The task is complete. Go to action 2. Go to action 3a. Go to action 3b. The task is complete. Go to action 3b. The task is complete. Contact Dell.
Other Problems Problem Action Condensation has occurred inside the printer. This usually occurs within several hours after you heat the room in winter. This also occurs when the printer is operating in a location where relative humidity reaches 85% or more. Adjust the humidity or relocate the printer to an appropriate environment. Contacting Service When you call for printer service, be prepared to describe the problem you are experiencing or the error message on the display.
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B Appendix Dell Technical Support Policy Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software program and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the printer and all Dell-installed hardware.
support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) • Dell Support e-mail addresses mobile_support@us.dell.com support@us.dell.com la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) • Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only) • Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com Log in as user: anonymous, and use your e-mail address as your password.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1 Visit support.dell.com. 2 Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at the bottom of the page. 3 Click Contact Us on the left side of the page. 4 Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
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Index A A4, 56 A5, 56 About printer, 23 Adjust Altitude, 95 Adjust BTR, 92 Adjust Fuser, 93 Canceling ajob from the computer running windows, 80 Carbonless copy paper, 51 CCP, 51 Chart Print, 98 Cleaning Inside the Printer, 122 Adjusting color registration, 126 Cleaning the Color Toner Density (CTD) Sensor, 125 Altitude, 113 Clearing jam, 131 Appendix, 163 Clearing Paper Jams From the Back of the Printer, 134 Avoiding jam, 79, 131 Clearing Paper Jams From the Front of the Printer, 133 B B5, 56 Bas
Contacting service, 160 F Covers, 93 Finding Information, 17 Folio, 57 Front Cover, 23, 132 D Dell Supplies Management System, 103 Dell technical support policy, 163 Determining Values, 128 Developer Stir Mode, 99 Fuser Release Lever, 24, 132 H How to set up, 18 How to use, 17 Device Settings Page, 77 Dimensions, 112 I Display problem, 141 Identifying print media, 56 DL, 56 DL LEF, 57 Installing Printer drivers, 41, 45 Driver, 17 Installing a Toner Cartridge, 120 Drivers and Utilities CD, 17
L N Label, 55, 93-94 NCR, 51 Legal, 57 No carbon required, 51 Length Guide, 23 Noise, 156 Letter, 57 Non-Dell Toner, 96 Load Paper indicator, 70 Loading Envelopes, 64 Loading paper, 35 Loading Print Media, 59 Local printing, 41, 45 O OCR, 51 Online Services, 163 Operating System compatibility, 111 M Operation, 112 Machine Check, 98 Operator panel, 23, 69 Button, 69 Maintenance, 117 Manual Duplex indicator, 70 Operator Panel Lights, 71 Manual duplex printing, 81 Optical character recogniti
Moisture content, 50 Smoothness, 50 Weight, 49 Paper Chute, 24 Paper Cover, 23 Paper Density, 92 Paper Feed Roller, 24 Paper jam location, 132 Printer specification, 111 Printer Status Window, 103 Printing, 79 Printing on letterhead, 52 Printing problem, 142 Product Features, 21 Product Information Guide, 18 Paper Type, 57 Paper Type Specifications, 58 Q Paper Width Guides, 23 Quick Launch Utility, 104 Parts name, 23 Quick Reference Guide, 17 PDL, 112 Plain, 92-93 Plain Thick, 92-93 Power supply, 11
Return policy, 164 T Temperature, 112 S Safety information, 18 Security Slot, 24 Selecting letterhead, 52 Selecting paper, 51 Selecting preprinted media, 52 Toner Access Cover, 23 Toner indicator, 69 Tool Box Menus, 87 Transfer Belt, 24, 132 Transfer Roller, 24 Turning On Printer, 32 Selecting pre-punched paper, 53 Sending print job, 79 U Service Code, 19 Unacceptable paper, 51 Service Tag, 19 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS, 14 Setup diagram, 18 Software Update, 104 Start button/indica
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