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SAMSUNG LASER PRINTER
User's Guide
ML-2550 Series

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  • Page 1 SAMSUNG LASER PRINTER User’s Guide ML-2550 Series...
  • Page 2 This manual is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any changes, direct or indirect, arising from or related to use of this manual. © 2003 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 ONTENTS NTRODUCTION Chapter 1: Special Features ..........1.2 Printer Components ..........1.5 Front View ............. 1.5 Rear View ............1.6 ETTING RINTER Chapter 2: Unpacking ............2.2 Selecting a Location ........2.3 Installing the Toner Cartridge ........ 2.4 Loading Paper ............. 2.6 Changing the Paper Size in the Tray ....
  • Page 4 Paper Menu ........... 3.7 Layout Menu ..........3.10 Graphics Menu ..........3.12 Printer Menu ..........3.13 Setup Menu ..........3.13 PCL Menu ............. 3.16 PostScript Menu ..........3.17 EPSON Menu ..........3.18 Network Menu ..........3.19 SING RINT ATERIALS Chapter 4: Choosing Paper and Other Materials .......
  • Page 5 Using Watermarks ..........5.18 Using an Existing Watermark ......5.18 Creating a Watermark ........5.19 Editing a Watermark ........5.20 Deleting a Watermark ........5.20 Using Overlays ........... 5.21 What is an Overlay? ........5.21 Creating a New Page Overlay ......5.21 Using a Page Overlay ........
  • Page 6 SING RINTER WITH A Appendix A: ACINTOSH Installing Software for Macintosh ......A.2 Creating a Desktop Printer ........A.4 Creating a Desktop Printer for the SPL Driver ..A.4 Creating a Desktop Printer for the PS Driver ..A.4 Printing a Document ..........A.6 Using Advanced Printing Features ......
  • Page 7 SING RINTER ON A ETWORK Appendix E: About Sharing the Printer on a Network ....E.2 Setting Up a Locally Shared Printer ......E.3 In Windows 9x/Me .......... E.3 In Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP ......E.4 Setting Up a Network-Connected Printer ....E.5 Configuring Network Parameters on the Control Panel ..........
  • Page 8 Environmental and Safety Consideration Laser Safety Statement The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) laser products, and elsewhere, is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825. Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous.
  • Page 9 However, it is advisable that the machine be operated in a well ventilated area. If you need additional information about ozone, please contact your nearest Samsung dealer. Power Saver This printer contains advanced energy conservation technology that reduces power consumption when it is not in active use.
  • Page 10 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus 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. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques”, ICES-003 édictée par l’Industrie et Sciences Canada.
  • Page 11 Directive 1999/5/EC. The product has been designed to work with the national PSTNs and compatible PBXs of the European countries: In the event of problems, you should contact the Euro QA Lab of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. in the first instance.
  • Page 12 Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in the European Union or associated areas if a CE mark with a Notified Body Registration Number and the Alert Symbol is on the system label. The power output of the wireless device or devices that may be embedded in you printer is well below the RF exposure limits as set by the European Commission through the R&TTE directive.
  • Page 13 extremities) is typical. This device should be used more than 20 cm (8 inches) from the body when wireless devices are on and transmitting. This transmitter must not be collocated or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Some circumstances require restrictions n wireless devices.
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  • Page 15 WARNING • Do not disassemble the printer. Doing so may give you an electric shock. • If you continuously print many pages, the surface of the output tray may become hot. Be careful not to touch the surface, especially for children.
  • Page 16 NTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your printer! This chapter includes: • Special Features • Printer Components...
  • Page 17 Special Features Your new printer is equipped with special features that improve the print quality, giving you a competitive edge. You can: Print with excellent quality and high speed • You can print at 1200 dots per inch (dpi). See page 5.25. •...
  • Page 18 • Network interface enables network printing. You can add the optional network interface card to ML-2550. ML-2551N and ML-2552W comes with a built-in network interface, 10/100 Base TX. ML-2552W also has a wireless network interface. * PostScript 3 Emulation IPS-PRINT_Printer language Emulation©...
  • Page 19 • Your printer is compatible with Linux and Macintosh . • Your printer comes with both the Parallel and USB interfaces. You can also use a network interface. ML-2551N and ML-2552W comes with a built-in network interface, 10/100 Base TX. ML-2552W also has a wireless network interface. But, you need to add the optional network interface card to ML-2550.
  • Page 20 Printer Components Front View Top output tray (Face down) Control Panel Output Support (see page 3.2) Top Cover Toner cartridge Multi-Purpose Tray Tray1 (500-sheet paper feeder) Control board cover (needed to access the control board to install printer options) Optional Tray2 Paper level indicator (500-sheet paper feeder) NTRODUCTION...
  • Page 21 Rear View Power switch Wireless network antenna port (ML-2550, ML-2551N:Option ML-2552W:Standard) Network port (ML-2550:Option ML-2551N, ML-2552W: Standard) USB port Rear output tray (Face up) Parallel port Power receptacle Optional Tray2 cable connector * The figure above shows a ML-2552W. NTRODUCTION...
  • Page 22 ETTING RINTER This chapter provides step by step information on setting up your printer. This chapter includes: • Unpacking • Installing the Toner Cartridge • Loading Paper • Connecting a Printer Cable • Turning the Printer On • Printing a Demo Page •...
  • Page 23 Unpacking Remove the Printer and all accessories from the packing carton. Make sure that the printer has been packed with the following items: Toner Cartridge Power Cord CD-ROM Setup Guide OTES • If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately.
  • Page 24 Pull the paper tray out of the printer. Remove the packing tapes from the tray. Selecting a Location Select a level, stable place with adequate space for air circulation. Allow extra space for opening covers and trays. The area should be well-ventilated and away from direct sunlight or sources of heat, cold, and humidity.
  • Page 25 Installing the Toner Cartridge Open the top cover. Pull up on the handle to open the cover. Remove the toner cartridge from its bag. Don’t use a knife or other sharp objects as they might scratch the drum of the cartridge. Locate the sealing tape at the end of the toner cartridge.
  • Page 26 Gently shake the cartridge from side to side to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. AUTIONS • To prevent damage, do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more than a few minutes. Cover it with a piece of paper, if left exposed for more than a few minutes.
  • Page 27 Close the top cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. : When printing text at 5% coverage, you can expect a toner cartridge life of approximately 10,000 pages (5,000 pages for the toner cartridge that is shipped with the printer). Loading Paper You can load approximately 500 sheets of paper in the tray.
  • Page 28 Prepare a stack of paper for loading by flexing or fanning them back and forth. Straighten the edges on a level surface. Load paper with the print side facing down. You can load previously printed paper. The printed side should be facing up with an uncurled edge at the top side. If you experience problems with paper feed, turn the paper around.
  • Page 29 Pay attention to the paper limit mark on the left inside wall of the tray. Paper overloading may cause paper jams. : If you want to change the paper size in the tray, refer to “Changing the Paper Size in the Tray” below. Slide the tray back into the printer.
  • Page 30 Squeeze the tab on the paper length guide and adjust it, so that it fits to the desired paper size marked at the bottom of the tray. Squeeze the paper width guide and adjust it to the desired paper size marked at the bottom of the tray. OTES •...
  • Page 31 Connecting a Printer Cable For Local Printing To print from your computer in a local environment, you need to connect your printer to the computer with either a parallel interface cable or a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable. If you are a Macintosh user, you can use only the USB cable. Using a Parallel Cable : To connect the printer to the parallel port of the computer requires a certified parallel cable.
  • Page 32 Using a USB Cable : Connecting the printer to the USB port of the computer requires a certified USB cable. You will need to buy a USB 2.0 compliant cable that is within 3 m in length. Make sure that both the printer and the computer are turned off.
  • Page 33 For Network Printing You can attach your ML-2551N or ML-2552W printer to a network using an Ethernet cable (UTP cable with RJ.45 connector). ML-2552W also has a network antenna which allows you to use a wireless LAN interface. If you are a ML-2550 user, you need to install the optional network interface card.
  • Page 34 Set the antenna upright. : After connecting the printer, you need to configure the network parameters on the control panel. See page E.6. You can use the software supplied with the card. Refer to the software User’s Guide. Turning the Printer On Plug the power cord into the power receptacle on the back of the printer.
  • Page 35 Printing a Demo Page Print a demo page to make sure that the printer is operating correctly. Press the Menu button ( ) on the control panel until you see “Information” on the bottom line of the display. Press the Enter button ( ) to access the menu.
  • Page 36 • SPL printer driver for Windows. Use this driver to take full advantage of your printer’s features. Go to page 2.17 for information about installing the Samsung SPL printer driver. • PostScript Printer Description (PPD) file for Windows to allow installation of the PostScript driver. Go to Appendix B, “Using Windows PostScript Driver"...
  • Page 37 Printer Driver Features The Samsung ML-2550 series printer drivers will support the following standard features: • Paper source selection • Paper size, orientation and media type • Number of copies Table below lists a general overview of features supported by the your printer drivers.
  • Page 38 Installing Printer Software in Windows System Requirements Verify the following: Item Requirements Operating system Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP 95/98/Me 32 MB NT 4.0/2000 64 MB 128 MB 95/98/Me 200 MB Free disk space NT 4.0/2000 200 MB 200 MB At least Internet Explorer 5.0 All applications should be closed on your PC before beginning installation.
  • Page 39 Click Install the Samsung Software on your PC. Click Next. When the installation is completed, click Finish. 2.18 ETTING RINTER...
  • Page 40 The Samsung ML-2550 Series Driver Maintenance window appears. Check Remove and then click Next. When you are asked to confirm your selection, click OK. The Samsung ML-2550 Series printer driver and all of its components are removed from your computer. When removing is completed, click Finish.
  • Page 41 Changing the Display Language After installing the software, you can change the display language. From the Start menu, select Programs. Select Samsung ML-2550 Series and Language Selection. Select the desired language from the Printer Driver drop-down list, and click OK.
  • Page 42 Check CD-ROM drive and click Browse. Choose x:\USB (where x is the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive) and click Next. Click Next. The USB driver will be installed. When the installation is completed, click Finish. When the language selection window appears, select the appropriate language.
  • Page 43 2.22 ETTING RINTER...
  • Page 44 SING THE ONTROL ANEL This chapter describes how to use the printer’s control panel. This chapter includes: • Understanding the Control Panel • Using Control Panel Menus...
  • Page 45 Understanding the Control Panel The control panel on the top right side of your printer has the display and the nine buttons. Display : displays the printer status and job in progress. Buttons Display Message Description • The printer is on-line and ready to print. Ready •...
  • Page 46 Buttons Button Description • Press to switch between on-line and off-line. • In menu mode, press to return to ready mode. You can check the printer status according to the button backlight. The printer is on-line and can receive data from the computer.
  • Page 47 Button Description In menu mode, press to scroll through submenu items or setting options. Pressing ❿ moves you to the next option and pressing ➛ sends you back to the previous option. • Press to cancel the current print job. •...
  • Page 48 Using Control Panel Menus A number of menus are available to make it easy for you to change printer settings. The diagram on page 3.6 shows the menus and all of the menu items available in each menu. The items in each menu and the values you can select are described in more detail in the tables beginning on page 3.7.
  • Page 49 Overview of Control Panel Menus The control panel menus are used to configure the printer for your environment. The control panel provides access to the following menus. Layout Paper Information (See page 3.10) (See page 3.7) (See page 3.7) Orientation Tray Source Configuration Duplex...
  • Page 50 Information Menu This menu contains printer information pages that give details about the printer and its configuration. Item Explanation The configuration page shows the Configuration printer’s current configuration. See page 6.2. The menu map shows the layout and Menu Map current settings of the control panel menu items The demo page allows you to check if...
  • Page 51 Item Explanation Values: Letter, Legal, A4, Executive, JIS B5, ISO B5, No. 10 Env., Monarch Env., DL Env. , C5 Env., C6 Env. , Folio, A5, A6,Custom Media Size * Letter for USA, A4 for Europe and Asia Select the paper size currently loaded in the tray.
  • Page 52 Item Explanation Values: Off, On* When you select any other value except Auto Select from Tray Source and the selected tray is empty, the printer Tray Chaining automatically prints from other trays. If this menu item is set to Off, the On-Line/Continue button backlight blinks in orange and the printer doesn’t work until you insert paper into the specified tray.
  • Page 53 Layout Menu Use the Layout menu to define all settings relating to output. (*: the default setting) Item Explanation Values: Portrait*, Landscape Choose the default orientation of print image on the page. Orientation Landscape Portrait Values: Off*, Long Edge, Short Edge To print on both sides of paper, choose the binding edge as followings.
  • Page 54 Item Explanation Values: Top/Left:5.0* , Short/Long: 0* In this menu, you can set the margin of print materials for double-sided printing. • Top Margin: Set the top margin, from 0.0 to 9.9 mm.(increasing by 0.1mm) Duplex Margin • Left Margin: Set the left margin, from 0.0 to 9.9 mm.(increasing by 0.1mm) •...
  • Page 55 Graphics Menu Use the Graphics menu to change settings affecting the quality of the printed characters and images. (*: the default setting) Item Explanation Values: 300dpi-Draft, 600dpi-Normal*, 1200dpi-Best Specify the number of dots printed per inch (dpi). The higher the setting, the sharper the clarity of printed characters and graphics.
  • Page 56 Printer Menu This menu allows you to reset the printer settings or cancel the current job. Item Explanation This menu item allows you to restore the Default Set printer’s factory default settings. You can cancel the current print job and Current Job remove it from the printer buffer.
  • Page 57 Item Explanation Values: Off, On* This item determines whether or not the printer continues printing when it detects the paper mismatching to your paper setting. • Off: If the paper mismatch occurs, the Auto Continue message will remain on the display and the printer will remain off-line until you insert the correct paper.
  • Page 58 Item Explanation Values: 0 ~ 300 sec *15 sec You can set the time length the printer waits before printing the last page of a print job Job Time Out that does not end with a command to print the page. When a print time-out occurs, the printer prints the page in the print buffer.
  • Page 59 PCL Menu This menu sets the PCL emulation configuration. You can set the font type, symbol type, lines per page, and point size. (*: the default setting) Item Explanation Values: PCL1* ~ PCL54 You can select the standard font to be used in PCL emulation.
  • Page 60 Item Explanation Values: 4.00 ~ 999.75 (0.25 unit) Point Size When you select one between PCL8 and PCL45 from the Typeface menu, you can determine the font size by setting the height of the characters in the font. Values: Regular*, Dark Courier This item lets you select the version of Courier font to use.
  • Page 61 EPSON Menu This menu sets the EPSON emulation configuration. (*: the default setting) Item Explanation Values: SANSERIF*, ROMAN Font You can select the standard font will use in EPSON emulation. Values: On, Off* Auto Wrap This item determines whether or not the printer automatically performs line feed when the data overflows the printable area of the print material.
  • Page 62 Network Menu This menu lets you set the network interface card’s configuration . (*: the default setting) Item Explanation Values: Yes, No* Set whether or not you want to configure Config Network network values. If you select Yes, you can configure TCP/IP,AppleTalk and Netware menu.
  • Page 63 Item Explanation You can set this item only when you set IP Get Method to Static. This item lets you enter the subnet mask manually. Press the scroll button to set the value of Subnet Mask the 1st byte between 0 and 255, and then press the Enter button.
  • Page 64 Item Explanation Values:Auto*,EN_8022,EN_8023,EN_II, EN_SNAP You can select this item only when you set Config Netware to Yes. This item lets you select IPX Frame Type. • Auto:You can set the frame type IPX Frame Type automatically. • EN_8022: Select this value to use the IEEE 802.2 frame type.
  • Page 65 3.22 SING THE ONTROL ANEL...
  • Page 66 SING RINT ATERIALS This chapter will help you understand 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. This chapter includes: • Choosing Paper and Other Materials •...
  • Page 67 Choosing Paper and Other Materials You can print on a variety of print materials, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, transparencies and so on. See “Paper Specifications” on page G.3. To get the best possible print quality, use only high-quality copier-grade paper. When you choose print materials, consider the following: •...
  • Page 68 Sizes and Capacities Input Source/Capacity Size Tray1 or Multi- Manual optional Tray2 Purpose Tray Feed Plain Paper Letter (8.5 x 11 in.) Legal (8.5 x 14 in.) Executive (7.25 x 10.5 in.) Folio (8.5 x 13 in.) A4 (210 x 297 mm) B5 (182 x 257 mm) A5 (148 x 210 mm) Envelopes...
  • Page 69 Guidelines for Paper and Special Materials When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special materials, keep these guidelines in mind: • Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause paper jams and poor print quality. •...
  • Page 70 Selecting the Output Location The printer has two output locations; the rear output tray and the top output tray. Top output tray Rear output tray To use the top output tray, be sure that the rear output tray is closed. To use the rear output tray, open it. OTES •...
  • Page 71 Printing to the Rear Output Tray (Face up) The printer always prints to the rear output tray if it is open. Paper comes out of the printer face-up, with the last page on top. Printing from the Multi-Purpose Tray to the rear output tray provides the straight paper path.
  • Page 72 Pull the extender to extend the output tray to its full-length position to hold longer paper. If you do not want to stack the printed pages on the rear output tray, slide the extender to its place and close the tray.
  • Page 73 Using the Tray1 or the Optional Tray2 The Tray1 and the optional Tray2 can hold up to 500 sheets of paper. See “Sizes and Capacities” on page 4.3 for acceptable paper size and capacities of each tray. Tray1 Optional Tray2 Load a stack of paper into the tray and print.
  • Page 74 • Load only one size of print material at a time in the Multi-Purpose Tray. • To prevent paper jams, do not add paper when there is still paper in the Multi-Purpose Tray. This also applies to other types of print materials. •...
  • Page 75 Prepare a stack of paper for loading by flexing or fanning them back and forth. Straighten the edges on a level surface. Place paper on the centre of the tray with the print side face up. If you want to print on previously printed paper from the Multi-Purpose Tray, the printed side should be facing down with an uncurled edge to the printer.

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