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Lenovo 2200 Series Inkjet Printer
User's Guide for Windows
• Setup troubleshooting
A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems.
• Printer overview
Learn about the printer parts and the printer software.
• Printing ideas
How to print several projects on various types of paper.
• Maintenance
Caring for your cartridges and ordering supplies.
• General troubleshooting
Error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and much more.
April 2004
www.lenovo.com

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  • Page 1 Lenovo 2200 Series Inkjet Printer User’s Guide for Windows • Setup troubleshooting A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems. • Printer overview Learn about the printer parts and the printer software. • Printing ideas How to print several projects on various types of paper.
  • Page 2 Edition: April 2004 This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes will be incorporated in later editions. Improvements or changes in the products or the programs described may be made at any time.
  • Page 3 Contents Chapter 1: Printer overview ............5 Understanding the printer parts..............5 Understanding the printer software ..............6 Chapter 2: Printing ideas............. 10 Printing on plain paper ................. 10 Printing photos ..................... 11 Printing on premium or coated paper ............13 Printing on both sides of a sheet of paper............
  • Page 4 Chapter 4: Setup troubleshooting ..........49 Troubleshooting checklist................49 Solving printer software installation problems ..........50 Chapter 5: General troubleshooting........... 53 Understanding error messages and flashing lights ........53 Resolving unsuccessful or slow printing............54 Clearing paper misfeeds or jams..............56 Solving print quality problems ..............
  • Page 5 Printer overview Understanding the printer parts Lenovo 2200 Series Inkjet Printer Paper support Power supply connector USB cable connector Sheet feeder Power/Resume button Front cover Paper guide and release Paper exit tray Printer overview...
  • Page 6 Understanding the printer software Your printer software works with your operating system to print documents with superior results. This software has two parts: the Printer driver and the Lenovo Solution Center. Printer driver You can change your printer settings in the printer driver. To print a typical document on plain paper, you do not need to change your printer settings.
  • Page 7 • Quality/Speed: Normal • Type: Plain Paper • Paper Size: A4 or Letter • Orientation: Portrait • Layout: Normal For more information about the printer settings for different types of print jobs, see “Printing ideas” on page 10. Customizing the settings for your document With your document open, click File Print.
  • Page 8 If you select Top Flip, the pages turn like the pages of a legal pad. Lenovo Solution Center The Lenovo 2200 Series Solution Center (LSC) is a guide you can refer to for printer help. There are two ways to open the LSC: •...
  • Page 9 • Solve other problems. Note: Do not access this tab while a job is in progress. Contact Information • View information about ordering supplies. • Receive contact information for Lenovo Customer Support. Advanced • Change printing status appearance options. Understanding the printer software...
  • Page 10 Printing ideas Printing on plain paper You can load up to 100 sheets of plain paper at a time, depending on the thickness of the paper. Step 1: Load the paper • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. •...
  • Page 11 Step 2: Customize the print settings If you are using plain A4 or letter size paper, and you want to print with normal print quality, you do not need to adjust the settings. If you are using specialty media, follow the steps for your paper type. Step 3: Print your document Click OK.
  • Page 12 • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the photo paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print.
  • Page 13 Step 3: Print your photos Click OK. Note: To prevent smudging, remove each photo as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. Printing on premium or coated paper You can load up to 100 pages of premium paper at a time, depending on the thickness of the paper. Step 1: Load the premium or coated paper •...
  • Page 14 Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. Select a print quality: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Quality/Copies tab. From the Quality/Speed area, select Best.
  • Page 15 Step 1: Load the paper • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
  • Page 16 Print on both sides of the page: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Print Layout tab. From the Duplexing area, select Two-Sided. Select Side Flip or Top Flip. If you select Side Flip, the pages of your document turn like the pages of a magazine. If you select Top Flip, the pages turn like the pages of a legal pad.
  • Page 17 Printing cards You can load up to 25 greeting cards, index cards, photo cards, or postcards at a time, depending on the thickness of the cards. Step 1: Load the cards • If your cards include instructions, read them carefully. •...
  • Page 18 From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. Select a print quality: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Quality/Copies tab. From the Quality/Speed area, select Best if you are printing on photo cards or greeting cards. Select Normal for other types of cards. Select a paper type: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab.
  • Page 19 • Load the envelopes vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Make sure the stamp location is in the upper left corner. • Do not force the envelopes into the printer. •...
  • Page 20 Select an envelope size: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab. From the Envelope Size menu, select the correct size. For more information about printing on custom size paper, see “Printing on custom size paper” on page 40. Select the orientation: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab.
  • Page 21 • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print.
  • Page 22 Printing a booklet You can print and bundle your document to make a booklet. You can load up to 100 sheets of paper at a time, depending on the thickness of the paper. Step 1: Load the paper • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. •...
  • Page 23 Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. Select a paper size: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab. From the Paper Size menu, select A4 or Letter.
  • Page 24 Step 3: Print your document Click OK. After the first half of your booklet and the reloading instruction page prints, your printer software prompts you to reload the paper. Insert the stack of paper and the reloading instruction page with the printed side facing away from you and the arrows pointing down into the paper support.
  • Page 25 To build your booklet: Remove the first bundle from the paper exit tray, fold it in half, and set it aside. Remove the next bundle, fold it in half, and then stack it on top of the first bundle. Continue to stack the bundles on top of each other until your booklet is complete. Bind the bundles to complete your booklet.
  • Page 26 • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the labels into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the labels. Note: If you are using letter size sheets of labels, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
  • Page 27 Step 3: Print your labels Click OK. Note: The paper exit tray holds up to 10 sheets of labels. If you want to print more than 10 sheets, remove the first 10 sheets from the paper exit tray before the others print.
  • Page 28 • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Note: For the best print quality, use a heavier weight paper. Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print.
  • Page 29 Step 3: Print your handouts Click OK. If you formatted your handouts to print on one side of the page, you are finished. If you formatted your handouts to print on both sides of the page, continue printing your handouts. After the first half of your handouts prints, your printer software prompts you to reload the paper.
  • Page 30 Step 1: Load the paper • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Note: If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
  • Page 31 Select a print quality: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Quality/Copies tab. From the Quality/Speed area, select Normal. Note: Higher print quality settings result in better print quality, but may take longer to print. Select a print layout: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Print Layout tab. From the Layout area, select Poster.
  • Page 32 Arrange the pages so that every trimmed edge overlaps an untrimmed edge (the white edge). Tape the backs of the pages together. To complete your poster, trim any remaining white edges. Printing iron-on transfers You can load up to 100 iron-on transfers at a time, depending on the thickness of the transfers. You may want to print on plain paper before loading your iron-on transfers.
  • Page 33 • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the iron-on transfers. Note: If you are using letter size iron-on transfers, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print.
  • Page 34 Printing transparencies You can load up to 50 transparencies at a time, depending on the thickness of the transparencies. Step 1: Load the transparencies • Use transparencies designed for inkjet printers. • If your transparencies include instructions, read them carefully. •...
  • Page 35 Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. Select a print quality: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Quality/Copies tab. From the Quality/Speed area, select Normal.
  • Page 36 Printing your document in reverse order You can load up to 100 sheets of paper at a time, depending on the thickness of the paper. Step 1: Load the paper • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. •...
  • Page 37 To print the last page first: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Quality/Copies tab. Select Print Last Page First. Follow the steps for your paper type to further customize your document. Click OK. Step 3: Print your document Click OK. Note: The paper exit tray holds up to 25 sheets of plain paper.
  • Page 38 Printing a banner You can load up to 20 sheets of banner paper at a time. Step 1: Load the banner paper Remove any paper from the printer. Place a stack of banner paper with only the number of sheets you need to print your banner behind the printer.
  • Page 39 Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the banner paper. Note: If you are using letter size banner paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print.
  • Page 40 Select a print layout: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Print Layout tab. From the Layout area, select Banner. Click OK. Step 3: Print your banner Click OK. Printing on custom size paper You can load up to 100 sheets of custom size paper at a time, depending on the thickness of the paper.
  • Page 41 • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Step 2: Customize the print settings With your document open, click File Print. The Print dialog box appears. From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. Create a custom paper size: From Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab.
  • Page 42 Maintenance Replacing the print cartridges The Lenovo 2200 Series uses the following cartridges: Item: Part number: Lenovo Color cartridge Lenovo Black cartridge For information about ordering supplies, see page 48. Removing the used cartridges Make sure the power light is on.
  • Page 43 Squeeze the tabs on the cartridge lids, then lift the lids. Remove the used cartridges. Store them in an airtight container or dispose of them properly. Installing the cartridges If you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of the cartridges.
  • Page 44 Insert the color cartridge in the left carrier. Insert the black cartridge in the right carrier. Note: To extend the life of your color cartridge and improve printing speed, install a black cartridge along with the color cartridge. Snap the lids closed. Close the front cover.
  • Page 45 Before you specify the print cartridge settings in the printer software, install the cartridges. For help, see “Installing the cartridges” on page 43. Open the LSC. For help, see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 8. From the Maintenance tab, click Install a new print cartridge.
  • Page 46 Clean the print nozzles: Load paper. For help, see “Step 1: Load the paper” on page 10. Open the Lenovo Solution Center. For help, see page 8. Click the Maintenance tab. From the Maintenance tab, click Clean to fix horizontal streaks.
  • Page 47 The print cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period. Lenovo’s printer warranty does not cover repair of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge. We do not recommend use of refilled cartridges. Refilling cartridges can affect print quality and cause damage to the printer.
  • Page 48 Ordering supplies To order supplies or locate a dealer near you, contact the Lenovo Web site at www.lenovo.com. Item: Part number: Lenovo Black cartridge Lenovo Color cartridge USB cable 72G0213 Ordering supplies...
  • Page 49 Is the paper loaded correctly? Make sure you do not push the paper too far into the printer. For help, see page 10. Did you install the printer software correctly? From your desktop, click Start Programs or All Programs. If Lenovo 2200 Series does not appear in your list of programs, install the printer software. Setup troubleshooting...
  • Page 50 Click Start Settings Printers Right-click the Lenovo 2200 Series and make sure that Set as Default is selected. Is your printer connected directly to your computer? If it is connected through an external device, such as a USB hub, switch box, scanner, or fax machine, follow these steps: Disconnect your printer from any external devices.
  • Page 51 Click Cancel on all screens similar to the following that appear. Windows 98/Me Windows 2000/XP Eject and reinsert the printer software CD. From your desktop, double-click My Computer. Double-click your CD-ROM drive icon. If necessary, double-click setup.exe. Follow the instructions on your screen to complete printer software installation. Solving printer software installation problems...
  • Page 52 Follow instructions on your screen to complete printer software installation. A printer icon is automatically created on your desktop. Using the World Wide Web From the Lenovo Web site, www.lenovo.com, select the appropriate driver for your operating system. Follow the instructions on your screen to install the printer software.
  • Page 53 Click OK. • Click the ? to get more information about ordering supplies. • Order a new cartridge or locate a dealer near you by contacting the Lenovo Web site at www.lenovo.com. For help: • Installing a new cartridge, see “Installing the cartridges” on page 43.
  • Page 54 Printers. 1 Click Start Control Panel. 2 From the Printers folder, double-click 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. the Lenovo 2200 Series Series printer 3 Click View installed printers or fax icon. printers. 3 From the Printer menu, make sure: 4 From the Printers folder, make sure •...
  • Page 55 Printers and Other Hardware Printers and Faxes. In the Printers folder, make sure there is only one Lenovo 2200 Series printer icon. • If you have installed multiple copies of the printer software, remove each copy, and then restart the computer and reinstall the printer software.
  • Page 56 • You completely removed the transparent tape and sticker from the back and bottom of the print cartridges. For help, see “Replacing the print cartridges” on page 42. • You installed the cartridges correctly. For help, see “Installing the cartridges” on page 43. •...
  • Page 57 • You do not force the paper into the printer. For example, letter and A4 paper should extend slightly beyond the top of the paper support. • The paper guide is against the left edge of the paper. • The paper guide does not cause the paper to bow. •...
  • Page 58 Solving print quality problems If print quality is unsatisfactory, you may need to adjust your margin settings, select a higher print quality, align the print cartridges, or clean the nozzles. The following topics can help you improve an unsatisfactory document. Print is too dark or smudged •...
  • Page 59 46. Colors on the printout differ from the colors on the screen • A cartridge may be low on ink. Check the ink levels in the Lenovo Solution Center. For help, see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 8. •...
  • Page 60 Click Select color settings manually. Select Natural Color. Colors on the printout are faded Try the suggestions listed in the section “Colors on the printout differ from the colors on the screen” on page 59. If the colors still seem faded, clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For help, see “Improving print quality”...
  • Page 61 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement The Lenovo 2200 Series Inkjet Printer, type 4126-LV2 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 62 Glossary alignment page. A page with printed alignment patterns that ejects from your printer during cartridge alignment. alignment values. Numbers corresponding to patterns on the alignment page. automatic alignment. A feature that automatically aligns the print cartridges. Automatic Sheet Feeder (ASF). A mechanism that automatically feeds paper into your printer. banner paper.
  • Page 63 handouts. Multiple-page images printed on a single sheet of paper. See N-up. label. Self-adhesive paper. landscape orientation. Page orientation in which text runs parallel with the long edge of the paper. line art. A printer software option used for printing simple line art and graphics. long-edge binding.
  • Page 64 print queue. The location on the server where print jobs are stored for printing in the order in which they are sent. printer driver. See printer software. printer port. See USB port. printer software. (1) The program that lets you select settings to customize your print job. (2) The program that lets your computer communicate with your printer.
  • Page 65 32 cartridges, troubleshooting 49 two-sided printing 14 characters, misformed 59 labels 25 coated paper 11 Lenovo Solution Center 8 conserving color ink 20 dark or smudged print 58 loading custom size paper 40 default settings 6 banner paper 38...
  • Page 66 Ink Low 53 driver 6 paper jams 57 Paper Jam 53 installing 52 print quality 58 multiple images on one Lenovo Solution Center 6 software 50 sheet 28 removing 52 specialty paper 60 uninstalling (Windows) 55 unsuccessful or slow printer software CD,...
  • Page 67 index cards 17 printer software iron-on transfers 32 installation 50 labels 25 slow printing 56 last page first 36 software 50 photo cards 17 solving print quality photo paper 11 problems 58 plain paper 10 specialty paper 60 postcards 17 test page 50 poster 29 uninstalling software...
  • Page 68 聯想 and Lenovo are trademarks of Lenovo (Beijing), Ltd., www.lenovo.com...