Samsung CLP-310 User Manual

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PRINTING ON SPECIAL PRINT MATERIALS
The machine can hold special sizes and types of print material, such as
postcards, note cards, and envelopes. Especially, it is useful for single page
printing on letterhead or colored paper.
Feeding the print material manually
• Load only one size of print media at a time in the tray.
• To prevent paper jams, do not add paper when there is still paper in
the tray. This also applies to other types of print media.
• Print media should be loaded face up with the side you want to print,
and the top edge going into the tray first. Place print materials in the
center of the tray.
• Always load only the specified print media to avoid paper jams and
print quality problems. (See "Selecting print media" on page 26.)
• Flatten any curl on postcards, envelopes, and labels before loading
them into the tray.
1. Load the paper. (See "Changing the size of the paper in the paper
tray" on page 29.)
2. When you print in application, start the print menu.
3. Before you print, open printer properties.
4. Press the Paper tab in printer properties, and select an appropriate
paper type.
5. Select Manual Feeder in paper source then, press OK.
6. Start printing in application.
7. Press the Stop button on the machine to start feeding then the
machine starts printing.
SETTING THE PAPER SIZE AND TYPE
After loading paper in the paper tray, you need to set the paper size and
type using the printer driver. Follow these steps to make your changes
permanent.
1. Click the Start button on the computer screen.
2. Select Printers and Faxes.
3. Right-click on the printer driver icon and select Printing Preferences.
4. Click the Paper tab, and change the settings on Paper Options.
5. Click OK.
Depending on the media type you are using, keep the following
loading guidelines:
• Envelopes: Flap side down and with the stamp area on the
top left side.
• Labels: Print side up and top short edge entering the machine
first.
• Preprinted paper: Design side up with the top edge toward the
machine.
• Card stock: Print side up and the short edge entering the
machine first.
• Previously printed paper: Previously printed side down with
an uncurled edge toward the machine.
If you want to use an label, set the paper type to Label.
• If you are printing multiple pages, load the next sheet after first
page prints out, and press the Stop button. Repeat this
step for every page to be printed.
• The settings you change remain in effect only while you are
using the current application.
The following procedure is for Windows XP. For other Windows OS,
refer to the corresponding Windows User's Guide or online help.

Samsung CLP-310 Specifications

General

Color	Yes
Duplex printing	No
Print technology	Laser
Maximum resolution	2400 x 600 DPI
Time to first page (black, normal)	14 s
Time to first page (color, normal)	26 s
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	16 ppm
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	4 ppm
Internal memory	32 MB
Processor frequency	360 MHz
Maximum internal memory	- MB
Sound pressure level (printing)	45 dB
Total input capacity	150 sheets
Total output capacity	100 sheets
Standard media sizes	76 x 160 mm 216 x 356 mm
Compatible operating systems	Windows 2000/ XP/ 2003/ Vista Linux Mac 10.3 - 10.5
Maximum duty cycle	20000 pages per month
Maximum print size	216 x 356 mm
Paper tray media types	Envelopes, Glossy paper, Labels, Recycled paper, Transparencies
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)	A4, A5
Maximum ISO A-series paper size	A4
Power consumption (printing)	- W
Display	-

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	11000 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)	388 x 313 x 243 mm

Summary

Features of Your New Laser Product

Print Quality and Speed Features

Details on print quality, color capabilities, and printing speeds.

Printable Material Handling

Information on handling various types of printable media.

Professional Document Creation

Guidance on creating professional documents using the printer.

Time and Money Saving Features

Features designed to save time and reduce operational costs.

Printing in Various Environments

Information on printing compatibility with different operating systems.

Features by Model and Guide Information

About This User's Guide

Overview of the user's guide contents and conventions.

Finding More Information and Support

Quick Install Guide

Information on initial setup and machine preparation.

Online User's Guide

Step-by-step instructions, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Printer Driver Help

Assistance with printer driver properties and setup.

Samsung Website Support

Accessing help, support, drivers, and manuals online.

Safety Information and Precautions

Important Safety Symbols and Precautions

Explanation of safety icons and essential precautions for safe machine operation.

Laser Safety Statement

Health and Environmental Information

Ozone and Mercury Safety

Information on ozone production and mercury content safety.

Power Saver and Recycling

Details on energy saving features and responsible recycling.

Product Disposal and Radio Frequency Emissions

Guidelines for correct product disposal and RF emission compliance.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

Compliance information for Canadian radio interference standards.

US FCC Regulations and Fax Branding

FCC compliance, wireless guidance, and fax transmission requirements.

Telephone Network Information

Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)

Understanding the Ringer Equivalence Number for telephone line load.

Important Telephone Network Considerations

Key points for using the machine with a telephone network.

Declarations and Regional Compliance

Replacing Fitted Plug (UK Only)

Instructions for replacing the power plug in the UK.

Declaration of Conformity (European Countries)

Details on compliance with EU directives for European countries.

European Radio Approval Information

Wireless Guidance and Compliance

EU Declaration of Conformity Details

Introduction to Your Printer

Printer Overview

Identification of the printer's main physical components.

Control Panel Overview

Layout and function of the printer's control panel elements.

Understanding Control Panel Functions

Detailed explanation of LED indicators and button functions.

Software and Driver Features

Supplied Software Package

List of software included on the CD for installation.

Printer Driver Capabilities

Overview of standard and special printing features supported by drivers.

Getting Started: Setup Procedures

Setting Up the Hardware

Instructions for physical setup of the printer hardware.

Printing a Demo Page

Procedure to print a demo page to verify printer operation.

Setting Up the Network

Steps to configure the printer for network connectivity.

Network Configuration with SetIP

Installing the SetIP Program

Guide to installing the SetIP utility for network setup.

Starting and Using the SetIP Program

Instructions for configuring network IP settings using SetIP.

System Requirements and Software Installation

System Requirements by OS

Minimum system requirements for Windows, Linux, and Macintosh.

Installing the Printer Software

Step-by-step guide for installing printer drivers and software.

Machine's Basic Settings

Altitude Adjustment for Print Quality

Optimizing print quality based on atmospheric pressure and altitude.

Power Save and Auto Continue Modes

Configuring power saving and auto continue features.

Selecting and Loading Print Media

Guidelines for Selecting Print Media

Advice on choosing appropriate media for optimal printing results.

Print Media Specifications

Guidelines for Special Print Media

Adjusting the Paper Tray Size

Loading Paper into the Tray

Printing Special Materials and Setting Paper Type

Manual Feeding of Special Materials

How to manually feed special print materials like envelopes.

Setting Paper Size and Type via Driver

Configuring paper settings through the printer driver.

Basic Printing Operations

Printing a Document

General steps for printing documents from applications.

Canceling a Print Job

How to cancel a print job from the queue or control panel.

Maintenance Procedures

Printing Reports

How to print configuration and status reports.

Cleaning Your Machine

Instructions for cleaning the printer's exterior and interior parts.

Maintaining the Toner Cartridge

Toner Cartridge Storage and Life

Guidelines for storing toner cartridges and expected lifespan.

Redistributing Toner

Procedure to redistribute toner for improved print quality.

Replacing the Toner Cartridge

Replacing the Imaging Unit

Replacing the Waste Toner Container

Maintenance Parts and Web Management

Maintenance Parts Replacement Schedule

Information on parts requiring periodic replacement and their yield.

Managing the Machine via Web Service

Using SyncThru Web Service for remote management and status checks.

Troubleshooting: Paper Jams

Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams

Strategies to prevent paper jams by proper media selection.

Clearing Paper Jams

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing jammed paper.

Troubleshooting: Other Problems

Solving Paper Feeding Issues

Solutions for common paper feeding problems.

Troubleshooting: Printing Problems

Machine Not Printing or Slow

Resolving issues where the machine does not print or prints slowly.

Incorrect Output: Garbled Text, Blank Pages, PDF Issues

Addressing problems with text, blank pages, and PDF file printing.

Wrong Paper Source Selection

Correcting issues with incorrect paper source selection.

Troubleshooting: Print Quality Problems

Light, Faded Print, Toner Specks, and Dropouts

Solutions for print quality issues like fading, specks, and missing areas.

Troubleshooting: Advanced Print Quality Issues

White Spots, Vertical Lines, and Background Shading

Resolving issues with white spots, vertical lines, and background shading.

Toner Smear, Repetitive Defects, and Misformed Characters

Addressing toner smears, repetitive defects, and misformed characters.

Troubleshooting: Paper Handling and OS Issues

Paper Skew, Curl, Wrinkles and Dirty Printouts

Solutions for paper handling issues and dirty printouts.

Loose Toner, Character Voids, Horizontal Stripes

Resolving issues related to loose toner, character voids, and stripes.

Common Windows Problems

Troubleshooting common errors encountered on Windows systems.

Troubleshooting: Linux and Macintosh Problems

Common Linux Problems

Troubleshooting common issues specific to Linux operating systems.

Common Macintosh Problems

Troubleshooting common issues specific to Macintosh operating systems.

Ordering Supplies and Accessories

Available Printer Supplies

Information on toner cartridges and imaging units available for purchase.

How to Purchase Supplies

Guidance on purchasing authorized Samsung printer supplies.

Machine Specifications

General Specifications

Overview of the printer's general physical and operational specifications.

Printer Specifications

Glossary of Terms

Glossary Terms A-D

Definitions for terms starting with A, B, C, and D.

Glossary Terms D-E

Definitions for terms starting with D and E.

Glossary Continued

Glossary Terms E-I

Definitions for terms starting with E, F, G, H, and I.

Glossary Continued

Glossary Terms L-O

Definitions for terms starting with L, M, N, O.

Glossary Continued

Glossary Terms P-W

Definitions for terms starting with P, R, S, T, U, W.

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