Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ML-S2850A Samsung
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C ONTENT S 1. Introduction Special features ...... ....................... ................... ....................... ................... .................... ....................... ................. 1.1 Printer overview ...... .....................
8. Maintenance Cleaning the printer .................. ....................... ................... ....................... ...................... . .......... .................... ......... 8.1 Cleaning the outside of the printer .................. ..
i Safety and Regulatory Information Import ant Precautions and Safety Information When using this machine, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to people: 1 Read and understand all instructions.
ii When using this product, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, elec tric shock, and injury to persons: Ozone Safety During normal operation, this machine produces ozone. The ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator .
iii Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This digital app aratus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Industry and Science Canada.
1 .1 < Introduction> 1 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your printer! This chapter includes: • Special features • Printer overview • Control panel overview • Understanding.
1 .2 < Introduction> Machine features The table below lists a general overvi ew of features supported by your printer . (I: Installed, O: Option, NA: Not Available) Features ML-2850D ML-2851ND USB 2.0 (USB 2.0: Hi-S peed USB 2.0) II Network Interface (Etherne t 10/100 Base TX) NA I PCL Emulation II PostScript Emulation II Duplex printing a a.
1 .3 < Introduction> Rear view Control p anel overview 1 network port a a. ML-2851ND only . 4 duplex uni t 2 USB port 5 power receptacle 3 optional tray 2 cab le connector 6 power switch 1 Error : Indicates the status of your printer . See page 9.
1 .4 < Introduction> Finding more information Y ou can find info rmation for setting up and using your printer fro m the following resources, eithe r printed or onscreen. Quick Install Guide Provides information on setting up your printer , therefore, be sure to follow the instructions in the guid e to get the printer ready .
1 .5 < Introduction> Place the machine on a flat and stabl e surface for not letting it tilt more than 2 mm (0.08 inc hes). Otherwise, it may affect the printing quality . 2 Unpack the machine and check all the enclosed items. 3 Remove the tape holding the machine tig htly .
1 .6 < Introduction> Changing the font setting Y our machine has preset th e font for your region or country . If you want to change the fo nt or se t the font for special conditions such as DOS environment, you can change the font setting as follows: 1 Ensure that you ha ve installed the printer d river from the provid ed software CD.
2 .1 < Basic setup> 2 Basic setup This chapter includes: • Printing a demo p age • Using toner save mode Printing a demo p age After setting up your printer , print a demo page to make sure that the printer is operating correctly . Press and hold the Cancel button for about 2 secon ds.
3 .1 < Software overview> 3 Software overview This chapter gives you an overview of the sof tware th at comes with your printer . Further details about installing and using the software are explained in the Software Section.
3 .2 < Software overview> System requirement s Before you begin, ensure that your system meet s the following requirements: Windows Note Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for all Windows operating systems. Users who have an administrator right can insta ll the software.
4 .1 < Loading pri nt media> 4 Loading print media This chapter will help you understand the types of paper you can use with your printer and how to properly load paper in the different paper trays for the best print quality .
4 .2 < Loading pri nt media> Supported sizes of p aper Note For duplex printing, A4, Letter , Oficio , Legal, and Folio sizes are supported. Ty p e Size Dimensions Weig ht a a. If media weight is over 24 lb (90 g/m 2 ), use the manual feed. Capacity b b.
4 .3 < Loading pri nt media> Guidelines for selecting and storing print media When selecting or loadi ng paper , envel opes, or other print media , keep these guidelines in mind: • Always use print media that conform with the spec ifications listed on the next column.
4 .4 < Loading pri nt media> T ransparencies • T o avoid damaging the printer , use on ly transparencies designed for use in laser printers. • T ransparencies used in the printer must be able to withstand the machine’s fusing temperature. Check your machine’s specification to view the fusing temperature, see page 1 1.
4 .5 < Loading pri nt media> Using the tray 1 or the optional tray 2 Use the print material you use for the majority of your print jobs in the tray 1. The tray 1 can hold a ma ximum of 250 sheets of 75 g/m 2 pape r . Y ou can purchase an opti onal tray 2 and attach it below the tray 1 to load an additional 250 sheets of paper .
4 .6 < Loading pri nt media> Note s • Do not push th e paper width guide far enough to cause the material to warp. • If you do not adjust the paper wid th guide, it may cause paper jams.
4 .7 < Loading pri nt media> Printing with a prescribed p aper size Caution • Do not use print media that does not meet the media specifications in the user’s guide, it can damage the machine. When using the media that meets t he specification, set the paper to the right tray in the printer property .
5 .1 < Network setu p(ML-2851ND on ly)> 5 Network setup (ML-2851ND only) This chapter gives you basic informa tion for setting up your printer for network connections.
6 .1 < Basic printing> 6 Basic printing This chapter explains common printing tasks. This chapter includes: • Printing a do cu men t • Canceling a print job Printing a document This printe r allows you to print from various Wi ndows, Macintosh, or Linux applications.
7 .1 < Ordering supplies and a ccessories> 7 Ordering supplies and accessories This chapter provides information on the toner cartridge and accessory that are available for your printer .
8 .1 < Maintenanc e> 8 Maintenance This chapter provides information fo r maintaining your printer and the toner cartridge. This chapter includes: • Cleaning the printer • Maintaining the to.
8 .2 < Maintenanc e> T abs on the sides of the cartridge and corresponding grooves within the printer will guide the cartridge into the correct position until it locks into place comple tely . 6 Close the front cover . Make sure that the cover is securely cl osed.
8 .3 < Maintenanc e> 3 Thoroughly shake the cartridge 5 or 6 times to distribute th e toner evenly inside the cartridge. 4 Hold the toner cartridge by th e handle and slowly insert th e cartridge into the o pening in the pri nter .
8 .4 < Maintenanc e> 4 Thoroughly shake the cartridge 5 or 6 times to distribute th e toner evenly inside the cartridge. Thoroughly sha ke the cartridge to assure maximum copies per cartridge. 5 Remove the paper protecting the toner cartridge by pulli ng the packing tape.
9 .1 < Troubleshooti ng> 9 Troubleshooting This chapter provides he lpful informat ion for what to do if you encounter an error while using your printer .
9 .2 < Troubleshooti ng> 4 Pull the paper straight up and out. 5 Insert the trays back into the pr inter . Printing automatically resumes. In the manual tray 1 Remove the jamm ed p aper from the printer . 2 Open and close the front cover . 3 Load a paper into the manual feeder , then the printer resumes.
9 .3 < Troubleshooti ng> In the p aper exit area 1 Open and close the front cover . T he jammed paper is automatically ejected from the printer . 2 Gently pull the paper out of the ou tput tray . If you do not see the jamm ed paper or if there is an y resistance when you pull, stop and go to the next step.
9 .4 < Troubleshooti ng> Duplex jam 1 1 Open the rear cover . 2 Pull the guide rear on each side down an d remove the paper . Return the gu ide rear to its ori ginal position. 3 Close the rear cover. Printing auto matically resumes. Tip s for avoiding pa per jams By selecting the correct media types, most paper jams can be avoide d.
9 .5 < Troubleshooti ng> T roubleshooting checklist If the printer is not working properly , consult the following checklist. If the printer does not pass a step, follow the corresponding suggested solutions. Condition Suggested solutions Make sure that the Online LED on the control panel lights green.
9 .6 < Troubleshooti ng> The printer does not print. (Continued) The printer may be configured incorrec tly . Check the printer properties to ensure that all of the print settings are correct. The printer driver may be incorre ctly installed. Reinstall the printer driver; See the Software Section.
9 .7 < Troubleshooti ng> Pages print, but are blank. The toner cartridge is defective or out of toner . Redistribu te the toner cartridge. See page 8.2. If necessary , replace the toner cartridge. See page 8.3. The file may have blank pages. Check the file to ensure that it does not contain blank pages.
9 .8 < Troubleshooti ng> V ertic al lines If black vertical streaks appear on the page: • The drum inside the toner cartridge has probably been scratched. Install a new toner cartridge. Se e page 8.3. If white vertical streaks appear on the page: • The surface of the LSU part inside the printer may be dirty .
9 .9 < Troubleshooti ng> Wrinkles or creases • Ensure that the paper is loaded properly . • Check the paper type and quality . See page 4.2. • T urn over the stack of paper in the tray . Also try rotating the paper 180° in the tray . Back of printouts are dirty • The transfer roller may be dirty .
9 .10 < Troubleshooti ng> Common PostScript problems The following situations are PostScrip t language specific and ma y occur when several printer languages are bei ng used. “Fail T o Print,” “A printer timeout error occurred,” messages appear .
9 .11 < Troubleshooti ng> Common Macintosh problems Condition Su gg es te d so lu tions The printer does not print PDF file correctly . Some part s of graphics, text, or illustrations are missing. Incompatibility between the PDF file and the Acrobat products: Printing the PDF file as an image may solve this problem.
10 .1 < Installing accessories> 10 Installing accessories Y our machine is a fu ll-featured mode l that h as been optimized to meet most of your printing needs. Recognizing that each user may have different requirements, however , Samsung makes several accessories available to enhance your ma chine’s capabilities.
10 .2 < Installing accessories> 6 Replace the control boa rd cover . 7 Reconnect the power cord and printer cable, and turn the ma chine on. Note T o release the memory module, pull the two tabs on the sides of the slot outwards, then the module springs out.
11 .1 < Specifications> 11 Specifications Printer specifications Item Specifications and description Printing speed a Up to 28 ppm in A4 (30 p pm in Letter) Duplex: 14 ipm in A4 (14.5 ipm in Letter) Resolution Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi effective output W arm-up time Less than 8 seconds First print out time 8.
1 I NDEX A accessories, order information 7.1 C cleaning inside 8.1 outside 8.1 component location 1.2 configuration page, print 8.4 control panel LED 9.5 overview 1.3 D demo page, print 2.1 J jam, clear 9.1 L LED, meaning 1.3 Linux problems 9.10 loading paper tray 1/optional tray 2 5.
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1 S OFTWARE SECTION C ONTENTS Chapter 1: I NSTALLING P RINTER S OFTWARE IN W INDOWS Installing Printer Software ................ ................. ................ ... ................ ................. .............. ..... 4 Installing Software for Local Printing .
2 Using an Existing Watermar k .......... ................. ................... ................. ................ .......... 21 Creating a Watermark ........... ................ ................. ................. ................... ................
3 Ports Configuration ................. ................. .. ................. ................ ................. .. ............... 30 Configuring Pri nter Properties ............. ................. ................. ................ ................
Installing Printer Software in Windows 4 1 Installing Printer Software in Windows This chapter include s: • Install ing Printer Software • Reinstalling Print er Software •R e m o v i n g P r i n.
Installing Printer Software in Windows 5 N OTE : If your printer is not already connected to the computer , the following window will appear . • After connecting the printer , click Next . • If you don’t want to connect the printer at this tim e, click Next , and No on the following screen.
Installing Printer Software in Windows 6 4 Select Custom ins tallation . Click Next . 5 Select your printer a nd click Next . N OTE : If your printer is not already connected to the computer , the following window will appear . • After connecting the printer , click Next .
Installing Printer Software in Windows 7 Installing Software for Network Printing When you connect y our printer to a netw ork, you must first configure the TCP/IP settings fo r the printer . After y o u hav e assigned and verifie d the TCP/ IP se ttings, y ou are ready to install the software on each comp uter on the ne twork.
Installing Printer Software in Windows 8 Samsung. If you so desire, select the corresponding checkbox(es) and click Finish . Otherwise, just click Finish . N OTE : After setup is complete, if your printer driv er d oe s n’t work properly , reinstall the printer driver .
Installing Printer Software in Windows 9 5 The list of printers av ailable on the network appears. Select the printer you w ant to install from the list and then click Next . • If you do not see your printer on the list, click Update to refresh the list, or select Add TCP/IP Port to add your printer to the network.
Installing Printer Software in Windows 10 Reinstalling Printer Software Y ou can reinstall the software if installation fails. 1 Start Window s. 2 From the Start menu select Programs or All Progra ms → your prin ter driver name → Maintenance . 3 Select Repair and click Next .
Installing Printer Software in Windows 11 Removing Printer Software 1 Start Window s. 2 From the Start menu select Programs or All Progra ms → your prin ter driver name → Maintenance . 3 Select Remove and click Next . Y ou will see a component list so that you ca n rem ove any item individually .
Basic Printing 12 2 Basic Printing This chapter explains the printing options and common printing tasks in Windows. This chapter include s: • Printing a Docu ment • Printing to a fi le (PRN) •P .
Basic Printing 13 Printing to a file (PRN) Y ou will sometimes nee d to save the print d ata as a file for your purpose. T o create a file: 1 Check the Print to file box at the Print window. 2 Select the folder and assign a na me of the file and then click OK.
Basic Printing 14 Layout Tab The Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document appears on the printe d pa ge . The Layout Option s includes Multiple Pa ges per Side , Poster Printing and Booklet Printing . See “Print ing a Docume nt” on pa ge 12 for more information on accessing printer pr op erties.
Basic Printing 15 Source Make sure that Source is set to the corresponding paper tray . Use Manual Feeder when printing on special materials like envelopes and tr ansparencies. Y o u have to load one sheet at a time into the Manual T ray or Multi-Purpose T ray .
Basic Printing 16 Advanced Option s Y ou can set advanced settings by clicking the Advanced Options button. • TrueType Options : This option determin es what the driver tells the printer about how to im age the text in your document. Select the appropriate se tting according to the status of your document.
Basic Printing 17 About Tab Use the About tab to display the copyright notice and the version number of the driver . If you have an Internet browser , you can connect to the Internet by clicking on the web site icon. See “Printing a Document” on page 12 for more information about accessing printer properties.
Advanced Printing 18 3 Advanced Printing This chapter explains printing options and adv anced printing tasks. N OTE : • Y our printer driver Propertie s window that appear s in this User’s Guid e may differ depending on the printer in use. However the com position of the printer properties window is similar .
Advanced Printing 19 Printing Posters This feature allows you to print a single-page d ocument onto 4, 9, or 16 sheets of paper , for the purpose of pasting the sheets together to form one poster-size d ocum ent. N OTE : The poster printing option is a v ailable when 60 0 dpi is selected in the resolution option on the Graphic tab.
Advanced Printing 20 Printing on Both Sides of Paper Y ou can print on both sides of a sheet of paper . Before printing, decide how you want yo ur docum ent oriented. The options are: • Printer Setting , if you select this option, this feature is determined by the setting you’ve made on the control panel of the printe r .
Advanced Printing 21 Using Watermarks The W atermark op tion allows you to print text over an existing document. F or example, you may want to hav e large gray letters reading “DRAFT” or “CONFIDENTIAL ” printed diagonally across the first page or all pages of a document.
Advanced Printing 22 Using Overlays What is an Overlay? An overla y is text and/or images stored in the computer hard disk drive (HDD) as a special file fo rmat that can be printed on any document. Ove rla ys are often used to take the place of preprinted forms and letterhead p aper .
Using Windows PostScript Driver 23 4 Using Windows PostScript Driver If you want to use the P ostScri pt driver provided w ith y our system CD-ROM to print a document. PPDs, in comb ination with the Po stScript driver , access printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer .
Sharing the Printer Locally 24 5 Sharing the Printer Locally Y ou can connect the printer dire ctly to a selected computer , which is called “host computer , ” on the network. The following procedure is for Windows XP . F or other W indows OS, refer to the correspon ding Wi ndows User's Guide or online help.
Using Smart Panel 25 6 Using Smart Panel Smart P anel is a progr am that mo nitors and informs y ou of the status of the printer , and allows y ou to custom ize the printer’ s settings. If you are a Windows or Macintosh OS user , Smart P ane l is installe d automatically when you install the printer software.
Using Smart Panel 26 window appear s instead of the P rinter S ettings Utility wind ow . Linux does not support network environments. Driver Setting (Only for Windows) Y ou can use the printer properties window , which allows you to access all of the printer options you need for using yo ur printe r .
Using Your Printer in Linux 27 7 Using Your Printer in Linux Y ou can use your machine in a Linux environment. This chapter include s: • Getting Starte d • Ins tall in g the Un i fie d Linux Drive.
Using Your Printer in Linux 28 6 When the installation is complete , click Finish . The installation prog ram has added the Unified Dr iv er Configurator desktop icon and Samsung Unified Drive r group to the system menu for your conv enience.
Using Your Printer in Linux 29 Using the Unified Driver Configurator Unified Linux Driv er Configurator is a tool primarily intended for configuring Printer . After installing the Unified Linux driver , the Unified Linux Driver Configura tor icon will automatically be created o n your desktop.
Using Your Printer in Linux 30 Classes Tab The Classes tab shows a list of available printer classes. • Refresh : Renews the classes list. • Add Class... : Allows you to add a new printer class. • Remove Class : Remo ves the selected printer class.
Using Your Printer in Linux 31 Printing a Document Printing from Applications There are a lot of Li nux applications that you are all owed to print from using Common UNIX Printing System (CUPS). Y ou can print on your machine from an y such application .
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh 32 8 Using Your Printer with a Macintosh Y our machine supports Macintosh systems with a built-in USB interface or a 10/100 Ba se- TX network interface card. When you print a file from a Macint osh computer , you can use the P o stS c ri pt driver by installing the PPD file.
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh 33 Setting Up the Printer Set up for your prin ter will be diff erent de pending on which cable you use to connect the pr inter to y our computer—the network cable or the USB cable. For a Network-connected N OTE : Some printers do not support a network interface.
34 Printing N OTES : • The Macintosh printer’s proper ti es wind ow that appears in this User’s G uide may differ d epending on the printer in use. However the com position of the printer properties window is similar . • You can check yo ur printer name in t he supplied CD- ROM.
35 Graphics The Graphics tab provides options for selecting Resolution(Quality) . Select Graphics form the Presets ' drop-down list to access the graphic features. • Resolution(Quality) : Y ou can select the printing resolution. The higher the setting, the sharp er the clarity of printed characters and gr aphics.
36 Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper Y ou can print more than one page on a single sheet of paper . This feature provides a cost -effective w ay to print draft pages. 1 From your Macintosh application, select Print from the File menu. 2 Select Layout .
37 S OFTWARE SECTION I NDEX A advanced printing, use 18 B booklet printing 19 D document, print Macintosh 34 Window s 12 double-sid ed printin g 20 driver, install Linux 27 E Extras properties, set 16.
38 favorites 17 image mode 15 resolution Window s 15 toner save 15 true-type option 15 software install Macintosh 32 Window s 4 reinstall Window s 10 system requ irements Macintosh 32 uninstall Window.
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