Dell V515W User Manual

For Windows users
a Click or Start.
b Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
c Navigate to:
Printer Home > Fax tab > Set up the printer to fax
The Fax Setup Wizard opens.
d Run the Fax Setup Wizard. Make sure you select the correct telephone service and connection. The wizard
configures optimal fax settings based on your connection.
For Macintosh users
a From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder.
b Double-click the Fax Setup Utility for your printer.
c Configure the fax settings.
What is a splitter and what type of splitter should I use?
If there are limited wall jacks in your home or limited ports on your adapter, then you can use a phone splitter. A
splitter splits the telephone signal and allows you to connect multiple devices to the wall jack. It has two or more
ports where you can plug the devices. Do not use a line splitter.
To make sure that you are using the correct splitter, plug an analog telephone into the splitter and then listen for a
dial tone.
What is my fax number?
In most cases, your telephone number is also your fax number. If you subscribe to the Distinctive Ring Pattern
Detection (DRPD) service offered by telephone companies, then your fax number is the number that you assigned
to the printer. Make sure that you enter the correct distinctive ring pattern for that number in the fax software or in
the Fax Setup menu of the printer control panel.
If you have more than one telephone line, then make sure that you enter the number for the line on which the printer
is connected.
What is my dialing prefix?
The dialing prefix is the number or series of numbers that you press before you can dial the actual fax number or
telephone number. If the printer is an office setting or in a private branch exchange, this can be a specific number
that you need to press so you can make a call outside the office. This can also be a country code or an area code that
you need to enter if you are sending faxes outside of town. This can be very useful if you frequently send faxes to the
same country or area. When you set the dialing prefix in the utility, you do not need to press the number or series of
numbers every time you dial the fax number or telephone number. The printer automatically inputs the prefix every
time you dial.
You can enter up to 8 characters as your dialing prefix. The valid characters are the numbers 0-9 and the characters
# and *. If you are using the fax software to enter the dial prefix, then you may also include the characters period,
comma, star, pound, plus, minus, and parenthesis.
Faxing
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Dell V515W Specifications

General

Duplex printing	Yes
Print technology	Inkjet
Maximum resolution	4800 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	33 ppm
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	30 ppm
Digital sender	No
Number of print cartridges	2
Scanner type	Flatbed scanner
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)	25 cpm
Copy speed (color, normal quality, A4)	21 cpm
Maximum input capacity	100 sheets
Display	LCD
Market positioning	Home & office
Display number of lines	2 lines
Compatible memory cards	Microdrive, MiniSD, MMC, MS Duo, MS Pro, SD, SDHC
Dimensions (WxDxH)	487 x 341 x 204 mm
Wireless technology	802.11b/g
All-in-one functions	Copy, Fax, Scan
Maximum internal memory	64 GB
Color all-in-one functions	copy, print, scan
Envelopes sizes	6 3/4, 7 3/4, 9, 10, B5, C5, C6, DL
Paper tray media types	Bond paper, Card stock, Envelopes, Glossy paper, Iron-On Transfers, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper, Transparencies
Non-ISO print media sizes	2l, Executive (184 x 267mm), hagaki card, index card, l, Letter (media size), Statement (140 x 216mm)
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)	A4, A5, A6
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)	B5
Maximum ISO A-series paper size	A4
Standard interfaces	USB 2.0
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Faxing	Mono faxing

Summary

Safety information

About your printer

Minimizing your printer's environmental impact

Details on reducing environmental impact through printer settings and tasks.

Finding information about the printer

Explains where to find setup instructions and user guides for the printer.

Understanding the parts of the printer

Ordering and replacing supplies

Ordering ink cartridges

Information on available ink cartridges and where to find yields.

Replacing ink cartridges

Step-by-step guide on how to replace ink cartridges.

Recycling Dell products

Instructions on how to return Dell products for recycling.

Using the printer control panel buttons and menus

Using the printer control panel

Explanation of the printer control panel layout and button functions.

Changing temporary settings into new default settings

How to set current printer settings as new defaults.

Changing the Power Saver timeout

How to adjust the time before the printer enters Power Saver mode.

Resetting to factory settings

Procedure to restore all printer settings to their original factory defaults.

Using the printer software

Minimum system requirements

Outlines the system requirements for installing and running printer software.

Using the Windows printer software

Guide to installing and using printer software on Windows operating systems.

Using the Macintosh printer software

Guide to installing and using printer software on Macintosh operating systems.

Finding and installing optional software

Instructions on how to locate and install additional software for the printer.

Reinstalling the printer software

Steps for uninstalling and then reinstalling printer software.

Loading paper and original documents

Loading paper

Instructions on how to properly load paper into the printer.

Saving paper default settings

How to set default paper size, type, and photo print size.

Loading original documents on the scanner glass

Guide to placing documents or photos on the scanner glass for scanning.

Loading original documents into the ADF

Instructions for loading multiple documents into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).

Printing

Tips for printing

General advice for achieving better print results.

Printing basic documents

Step-by-step process for printing standard documents on Windows and Mac.

Printing documents from a memory card or flash drive (Windows only)

How to print documents directly from a memory card or USB flash drive.

Working with photos

Methods for printing photos from various sources like memory cards or cameras.

Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera

Guide to printing photos directly from a PictBridge-compatible digital camera.

Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing)

Instructions for manual duplex printing on Windows and Mac.

Managing print jobs

How to set the default printer, change printing mode, and manage print queues.

Copying

Tips for copying

Recommendations for optimal copying results using ADF or scanner glass.

Making copies

Basic steps for making copies using the printer control panel.

Enlarging or reducing images

How to resize documents or photos during the copying process.

Collating copies using the printer control panel

Instructions for collating multiple copies of a document.

Copying multiple pages on one sheet

How to copy multiple pages onto a single sheet of paper.

Canceling copy jobs

Procedure to cancel an ongoing copy job.

Scanning

Tips for scanning

Advice for improving scan quality and selecting PDF for multi-page scans.

Scanning to a local or network computer

How to scan documents and send them to a computer.

Scanning to a flash drive or memory card

Steps to scan documents directly to a removable storage device.

Scanning photos into an editing application

Guide for scanning photos into applications for editing.

Scanning documents into an editing application

How to scan documents for text editing using OCR applications.

Scanning directly to e-mail using the printer software

Procedure for scanning documents and attaching them to an email.

Scanning to a PDF

Instructions on how to scan documents and save them as PDF files.

Scanning FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions about scanning functions.

Faxing

Setting up the printer to fax

Guides for connecting the printer to various telephone line setups for faxing.

Configuring fax settings

How to configure fax settings via the printer control panel or software.

Creating a contact list

Instructions for creating and managing fax contact lists.

Sending faxes

Methods for sending faxes using the printer control panel or computer.

Receiving faxes

Steps for setting up automatic and manual fax reception.

Faxing FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions about fax setup and operation.

Networking

Installing the printer on a wireless network

Instructions for setting up the printer on a wireless network.

Printing a network setup page

How to print network configuration details for troubleshooting.

Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network

Key details required for wireless network setup, like SSID and security keys.

Installing the printer on other computers

Steps to install the printer driver on additional computers for network access.

Switching between USB and wireless connections

Guidance on changing the printer's connection type between USB and wireless.

Sharing a printer in a Windows environment

How to set up printer sharing on a Windows network.

Sharing a printer in a Macintosh environment

How to set up printer sharing on a Macintosh network.

Networking FAQ

Answers to common questions related to network setup and connectivity.

Maintaining the printer

Maintaining ink cartridges

Information on ink cartridge maintenance, including checking levels.

Aligning the printhead

Steps to align the printhead for better print quality.

Cleaning the printhead nozzles

Procedure for cleaning clogged printhead nozzles to improve print quality.

Cleaning the exterior of the printer

Instructions for cleaning the printer's outer surfaces.

Cleaning the scanner glass

Guide for cleaning the scanner glass for optimal scans.

Troubleshooting

Before you troubleshoot

A checklist of initial steps to resolve common printer problems.

Setup troubleshooting

Specific troubleshooting steps for installation and setup issues.

Incorrect language appears on the display

How to change the printer's display language if it appears incorrectly.

Printhead errors

Solutions for troubleshooting printhead-related errors.

Software did not install

Steps to resolve issues where printer software fails to install.

Print job does not print or is missing pages

Troubleshooting steps for print jobs that fail or are incomplete.

Printer is busy or does not respond

Solutions for when the printer is unresponsive or in Power Saver mode.

Cannot print through USB

Steps to troubleshoot USB connection issues preventing printing.

Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting

Guide for resolving paper jams and media misfeeds in various printer parts.

Print troubleshooting

Solutions for common print quality and speed issues.

Copy and scan troubleshooting

Solutions for problems related to copying and scanning functions.

Fax troubleshooting

Comprehensive guide for resolving fax sending, receiving, and setup issues.

Memory card troubleshooting

Steps to resolve issues when using memory cards with the printer.

Wireless troubleshooting

Solutions for common problems encountered with wireless network connectivity.

Notices

Product information

Details about the product name, machine type, and models.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement

FCC compliance details for Class B digital devices, including interference guidelines.

Power consumption

Information on the printer's power usage across different operating modes.

European Community (EC) directives conformity

Statement of compliance with EC directives for electromagnetic compatibility and safety.

Notice to users of the US telephone network: FCC requirements

FCC Part 68 rules and requirements for connecting equipment to the telephone network.