Samsung Printer ML 6040 User Guide

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Contents  
Introduction  
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Special Features ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 1.1  
Printer Components –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 1.3  
Setting Up Your Printer  
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: Unpack Your Printer –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.1  
: Install the Toner Cartridge ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.2  
: Load Paper ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.4  
: Connect to the Computer with a Parallel Cable ––––––––––––– 2.7  
: Turn on the Printer –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.7  
: Print a Demo Page! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.8  
: Install the Printer Software ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.9  
STEP 1  
STEP 2  
STEP 3  
STEP 4  
STEP 5  
STEP 6  
STEP 7  
Installing Software from Diskette –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2.15  
Using the Control Panel  
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Control Panel Buttons ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 3.1  
Control Panel Lights ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 3.3  
Print Media  
Choosing Paper and Other Media ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.1  
Selecting the Output Tray –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.4  
Loading Paper –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.6  
Printing on Envelopes –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.9  
Printing on Heavy Paper –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.11  
Printing on Labels –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.12  
Printing on Transparencies –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.13  
Printing on Preprinted Paper ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 4.14  
Printing on Card Stock or Custom-sized Media –––––––––––––––––– 4.15  
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Printing Tasks  
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Printing a Document ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.1  
Using Toner Save Mode –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.6  
Printing on Both Sides of the Paper (Manual Duplexing) ––––––––– 5.7  
Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper (N-Up Printing) –– 5.10  
Scaling Your Document ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.11  
Fitting Your Document To a Selected Paper Size ––––––––––––––– 5.12  
Printing Booklets ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.13  
Printing Posters –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.16  
Setting Graphic Properties –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.18  
Printing Watermarks –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.21  
Using Page Overlay ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.24  
Printing on a Network Environment –––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.28  
Reprinting the Last Page –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 5.30  
Maintaining Your Printer  
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Maintaining Toner Cartridge –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 6.1  
Cleaning the Printer ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 6.4  
Problem Solving  
Troubleshooting Checklist –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.1  
Solving General Printing Problems –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.2  
Clearing Paper Jams ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.6  
Solving Print Quality Problems ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.14  
Troubleshooting Error Messages –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.19  
Common Windows Problems ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7.21  
Appendix  
Printer Specifications ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A.1  
Paper Specifications –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A.2  
Using Your Printer with a USB Cable ––––––––––––––––––––––––– A.10  
Using Your Printer with Macintosh –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A.16  
Linux Driver Installation ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A.23  
INDEX  
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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. The laser system and printer are  
designed so there is never any human access to laser radiation above a Class I level during  
normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service condition.  
WARNING  
Never operate or service the printer with the protective cover removed from Laser/Scanner  
assembly. The reflected beam, although invisible, can damage your eyes.  
CAUTION  
- INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN THIS COVER OPEN. DO  
NOT OPEN THIS COVER.  
VORSICHT  
- UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG  
GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.  
ATTENTION  
- RAYONNEMENT LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.EXPOSITION DAN  
GEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.  
ATTENZIONE  
-RADIAZIONE LASER INVISIBILE IN CASO DI APERTURA.  
EVITARE L’ESPOSIZIONE AL FASCIO.  
PRECAUCION -RADIACION LASER IVISIBLE CUANDO SE ABRE. EVITAR EXPONERSE AL  
RAYO.  
ADVARSEL.  
ADVARSEL.  
VARNING  
VARO!  
- USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING VED ÅBNING NÅR SIKKERHEDSBRYDERE ER  
UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING.  
- USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES. STIRR IKKE INN I  
STRÅLEN. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.  
- OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPAND OCH SPÄRREN ÄR  
URKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.  
- AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA  
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.  
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Environmental and Safety Consideration  
Ozone Safety  
Power Saver  
During normal operation, the ML-6040 printer produces ozone. The  
ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator.  
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.  
This printer contains advanced energy conservation technology  
that reduces power consumption when it is not in active use.  
When the printer does not receive data for an extended period of  
time, power consumption is automatically lowered.  
The energy star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of  
any product or service.  
Radio Frequency Emissions  
FCC Declaration of Conformity  
1. Product Name  
2. Model Number  
3. FCC Rules  
: Laser Printer  
: Samsung ML-6040  
: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15 CLASS B  
4. Operating Environment : FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE  
5. FCC Compliance Statement  
This device complies with Part 15 FCC rules. Operating 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 can any cause undesired operation.  
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Environmental and Safety Consideration  
6. Information to User  
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital  
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and  
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
(1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
(2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
(3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
(4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible  
for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.  
Party Responsible for Product Compliance  
Samsung Electronics America  
American QA Lab  
85 West Tasman Dr.  
San Jose, CA 95134  
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.  
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Environmental and Safety Consideration  
EC Declaration of Conformity  
We,  
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.  
#259, Gong Dan-Dong, Gumi-City, Kyung Buk, Korea  
declares sole responsibility that the  
Samsung ML-6040 Laser printer  
meets the intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low Voltage  
Directive 73/23/EEC.  
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the official journal of  
the European Communities:  
EN 50081-Emissions:  
EN 55022 Radiated, Class B  
EN 55022 Conducted, Class B  
EN 61000-3-2 Power Harmonics  
EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker  
EN 55024-EMS:  
EN 6100-4-2 Electrostatic Discharge  
EN 6100-4-3 RF Electromagnetic Field  
EN 6100-4-4 Fast transients  
EN 6100-4-5 Surges  
EN 6100-4-6 RF Common mode  
EN 6100-4-11 Voltage Dips and Interruptions  
EN 60950-Safety  
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Congratulations on the purchase of your ML-6040 printer!  
This chapter provides information on the following topics:  
Special Features  
Printer Components  
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Special Features  
Your new Samsung ML-6040 printer is equipped with special  
features that improve print quality, giving you a competitive  
edge. You can:  
P rin t w ith e xc e lle n t q u a lit y a n d h ig h s p e e d  
• You can Print at 600 dots per inch (dpi). See page 5.18.  
• Your printer can print 12 pages-per-minute.  
Fle xib le p a p e r h a n d lin g  
• Standard 270-sheet input tray (Auto Tray) supports all  
standard sizes of paper.  
• A 1-sheet Manual Tray supports envelopes, labels,  
transparencies, custom-sized media, postcards, and heavy  
paper.  
• Your printer has two output trays: Select either the top face-  
down output or the rear face-up output tray for the most  
convenient access.  
• You can use a straight-through paper path from the Manual  
Tray to the rear output tray.  
Cr e a te p r o fe s s io n a l d o c u m e n ts  
• Customize your documents by using Watermarks such as  
“Confidential.See page 5.21.  
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• You can print Booklets. This feature enables you to easily  
print the pages required to create books. Once printed, all  
you have to do is fold and staple the pages. See page 5.13.  
• You can print Posters. The text and pictures of each page of  
your document are magnified and printed across the selected  
sheet of paper. After the document has printed, trim off the  
white edges of each sheet. Tape the sheets together to form  
a poster. See page 5.16.  
INTRODUCTION 1.1  
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Special Features  
S a ve tim e a n d m o n e y  
• You can use the Toner Save mode to save toner supply.  
See page 5.6.  
• Your printer allows you to print on both sides of the paper to  
save paper (Manual Duplexing). See page 5.7.  
• Your printer allows you to print multiple pages on a single  
sheet of paper to save paper (N-Up printing).  
See page 5.10.  
• Preprinted forms and letterheads can be printed on plain  
paper (Page Overlay). See page 5.24.  
• One-touch last page printing is available when the printer  
is in ready mode. See page 5.30.  
• The Samsung ML-6040 printer meets Energy Star guidelines  
for energy efficiency.  
P rin t in va rio u s e n vir o n m e n ts  
• You can print in Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT 4.0.  
• Your printer supports Linux and Macintosh.  
• ML-6040 printer comes with Parallel and USB interface.  
1.2 INTRODUCTION  
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Printer Components  
Front View  
Control panel  
Top output tray  
(Face down output )  
Top cover  
Manual Tray  
(Inside)  
Toner cartridge  
Auto Tray  
(270-sheet paper feeder)  
Paper level  
indicator  
Rear View  
USB port  
Rear output tray door  
(Face up output)  
Power switch  
Parallel port  
Power receptacle  
INTRODUCTION 1.3  
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This chapter provides step by step information on setting up  
your printer. Topics included in this chapter are:  
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: Unpack Your Printer  
STEP 1  
STEP 2  
STEP 3  
STEP 4  
STEP 5  
STEP 6  
STEP 7  
: Install the Toner Cartridge  
: Load Paper  
: Connect to the Computer with a Parallel Cable  
: Turn on the Printer  
: Print a Demo Page!  
: Install the Printer Software  
N Installing Software from Diskette  
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Unpack Your Printer  
1
Remove the printer and all accessories  
from the packing carton. Make sure that  
your printer has been packed with the  
following items:  
Setup Guide  
Power cord  
Toner cartridge  
No te s :  
• If any items are missing or damaged,  
notify your dealer immediately.  
Components may differ from one  
CD-ROM*  
country to another  
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* contains printer  
software, Users  
Guide, Adobe  
Acrobat Reader and  
Make Installation  
Diskette setup  
software.  
IEEE 1284-compliant  
printer cable  
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Carefully remove all packing tapes from  
the printer.  
SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.1  
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Install the Toner Cartridge  
1
Open the top cover lid. Pull up on the  
handle to open the lid.  
Handle  
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3
Carefully tear one end of the plastic 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. Carefully pull the tape  
completely out of the cartridge. Discard  
the tape.  
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Gently shake the cartridge from side to  
side to distribute the toner evenly inside  
the cartridge.  
CAUTION:  
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.  
If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off  
with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold  
water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.  
2.2 SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER  
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Install the Toner Cartridge  
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Locate the cartridge slots inside the  
printer, one on each side.  
Grasp the handle and insert the  
cartridge in the printer until it snaps in  
place.  
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Close the top cover. Make sure that the  
cover is securely closed.  
No te : When printing text at 5% coverage, you can expect a toner cartridge life of  
approximately 6,000 pages (3,000 pages for the toner cartridge that is shipped with the  
printer).  
SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.3  
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Load Paper  
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2
Pull the paper tray out of the printer.  
Push down on the metal paper lift plate to  
lock it in place.  
3
Load paper with the print side facing  
down.  
Make sure that all four corners are flat  
in the tray.  
2.4 SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER  
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Load Paper  
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Make sure that the stack goes under the  
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metal retaining clip  
and the plastic  
tabs on the end guides. Pay attention to  
the paper limit mark on the left inside  
wall of the tray. Paper overloading may  
cause paper jams.  
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No te : If you want to change the paper  
size in tray, refer to “To Change Paper  
Size in Tray” below.  
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Slide the tray back into the printer.  
To Change Paper Size in Tray  
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Adjust the tray for different paper sizes  
by sliding the appropriate paper length  
guide to the desired position.  
SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.5  
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Load Paper  
• For legal, folio, or paper, use the the  
back guide.  
• For letter, executive, A4, JIs B5, A5, or  
A6 size paper, use the the front and  
back guide.  
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After loading paper, squeeze the width  
guide as shown and slide it to the left  
until it lightly touches the paper stack.  
No te s :  
Do not push the width guide far  
enough to cause the media to warp.  
• If you do not adjust the width guide,  
it may cause a paper jam.  
2.6 SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER  
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Connect to the Computer  
with a Parallel Cable  
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2
Make sure that both the printer and  
the computer are turned off.  
Plug the parallel printer cable into the  
connector on the back of the printer.  
Push the metal clips down to fit inside  
the notches on the cable plug.  
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Connect the other end of the cable to  
the parallel interface port on your  
computer, and tighten the screws.  
See your computer documentation if  
you need help.  
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port on PC  
If yo u a r e u s in g a US B in te r fa c e  
Go to “Using Your Printer with a USB Cable” on  
page A.10.  
Turn on the Printer  
1
Plug the power cord into the power  
receptacle on the back of the printer.  
2
Plug the other end into a properly  
grounded AC outlet.  
3
Turn on the power.  
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SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.7  
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Print a Demo Page!  
As the printer powers up, all the printer  
control panel lights turn on briefly. When  
only the Data light remains on, press and  
hold the Demo button.  
Hold the Demo button down until all the  
lights blink (for about 2 seconds) and  
then release. The demo page will print.  
The demo page provides a sample of the  
print quality to help you verify that the  
printer is printing correctly.  
You can print the configuration sheet which lists many  
of the current settings and properties of the printer by  
pressing and holding Demo for about 6 seconds while  
the printer is in the ready mode.  
2.8 SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER  
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Install the Printer Software  
Included with your printer is a CD-ROM containing the printer  
drivers for some of the most popular Windows software  
applications. To operate your printer, you must install a printer  
driver, which translates data from your application into data  
that the printer understands.  
The CD-ROM shipped with your printer contains the following:  
GDI printer driver for Windows. Use this driver to take full  
advantage of your printer’s features.  
USB driver for the USB interface to allow you to print with a  
USB cable.  
Printer driver for Macintosh to allow you to use your printer  
with a Macintosh.  
Linux driver for Linux to allow you to use your printer in  
Linux.  
If yo u a r e p rin tin g fr o m a c o m p u te r w ith a p a ra lle l c a b le  
Go to page 2.10 for information on installing the printing  
software on a computer that is attached directly to the printer  
with a parallel cable.  
If yo u a r e p rin tin g w ith a US B c a b le  
Go to “Using Your Printer with a USB Cable” on page A.10, for  
information on installing the print software on a USB-enabled  
computer.  
If yo u a r e p rin tin g fr o m a Ma c in to s h  
Go to “Using Your Printer with Macintosh” on page A.16, for  
information on installing the printer driver for Macintosh.  
If yo u a r e p rin tin g fr o m th e Lin u x s ys te m  
Go to “Linux Driver Installation” on page A.23, for information  
on installing the Linux driver for printing in the Linux system.  
SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.9  
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Install the Printer Software  
Before Installing the Printer Software  
Verify the following:  
• At least 16 MB or more of RAM is installed on your PC.  
• There is at least 30 MB of free disk space on your PC.  
• All applications are closed on your PC before beginning  
installation.  
• Windows 9x, Windows Me, Windows 2000 or Windows NT 4.0.  
Installing the Printer Software from the CD-ROM  
Place the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Installation will  
start automatically.  
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If the CD-ROM drive does not automatically run:  
Select Run from the Start menu, and type x:\cdsetup.exe  
in the Open box (where x is the drive letter for the CD-ROM  
drive), then click OK.  
Note: If the New Hardware  
Found box appears during  
the installation procedure,  
click the x in the upper  
right corner of the box,  
or click Cancel.  
When the opening screen appears, select the appropriate  
language.  
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2.10 SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER  
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Install the Printer Software  
Click Install the Samsung Software on your PC.  
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The Welcome window opens. Click Next.  
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SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.11  
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Install the Printer Software  
The files are copied into the appropriate directory.  
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Click Finish.  
Software Installation Tips  
If you have access to another computer with a CD-ROM drive,  
I d o n o t h a ve a  
CD-ROM d rive  
you can use the make diskette utility in Windows to create the  
disks you need for the installation. Go to “Installing Software  
from Diskette” on page 2.15.  
In Windows, after installation, the Uninstall icon in the ML-6040  
series program group allows you to select and remove any or  
all of the Windows ML-6040 printing system components.  
Ho w d o I r e m o ve th e  
p rin tin g s o f tw a r e ?  
To uninstall the printer software:  
From the Start menu, select Programs.  
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Install the Printer Software  
Select Samsung ML-6040 Series, and then Samsung  
ML-6040 Series Driver Uninstall.  
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When your computer confirms your selection, click Yes.  
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The Samsung ML-6040 Series printer driver and all of its  
components are removed from your computer.  
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Click OK.  
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SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.13  
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Install the Printer Software  
Some printer features, such as paper size and page  
orientation, may be available through your application settings.  
Use application settings, if available, because they override  
printer driver settings.  
Ho w d o I a c c e s s  
p rin te r fe a tu r e s ?  
Access advanced printer features through your printer driver.  
See Chapter 5, “Printing Tasks” for instructions on using your  
printer driver features.  
• Exit your software programs. Then turn off the computer and  
the printer. Turn on the printer and the computer.  
If yo u h a ve  
p r o b le m s in s ta llin g  
• Close any virus protection programs that are running on your  
computer.  
• Uninstall the printer software following the instructions on  
page 2.12, then repeat the installation procedure.  
2.14 SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER  
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Installing Software from Diskettes  
If you do not have a CD-ROM drive but you have access to  
another computer with a CD-ROM drive, you can copy software  
installation files from your printer software CD-ROM onto  
floppy diskettes, abd then use the diskettes instead of the CD-  
ROM to install the software.  
Making Installation Diskettes  
You can make installation diskettes for the ML-6040 printer  
driver. Make sure that you have several formatted diskettes  
ready, and then follow these steps:  
Insert the CD-ROM shipped with your printer into the  
CD-ROM drive. Installation will start automatically.  
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If the CD-ROM drive does not automatically run:  
Select Run from the Start menu, and type x:\cdsetup.exe  
in the Open box (where x is the drive letter for the CD-ROM  
drive), then click OK.  
When the opening screen appears, select the appropriate  
language.  
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Click Make your own Diskette set of software.  
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SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.15  
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Installing Software from Diskettes  
The Copy to Floppy dialog box appears.  
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Select the floppy disk drive you will use to insert the  
diskette.  
Select the floppy  
drive you will use.  
Shows the  
number of disks  
required to copy  
the selected  
component.  
Shows the path  
of the selected  
component.  
Click Copy all disk images.  
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If you want to copy a portion of the selected component,  
select the disk you want to copy in the Disk Images window,  
then click Copy selected disk image.  
When prompted, insert a blank, formatted diskette into the  
floppy drive, and click Yes to copy the first diskette. For  
multiple diskettes, when the first diskette is finished, you  
are prompted to insert disk 2.  
Make sure you label each diskette in order of creation:  
ML-6040 printer driver, disk 1 of 2, etc.  
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Installing Software from Diskettes  
If you have more than one disk, insert the next disk and  
click Yes. Repeat this step for a third disk if necessary.  
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When copying to diskettes has been completed, click Close  
in the Copy to Floppy dialog box. Then click Exit in the  
SAMSUNG PRINTER SETUP dialog box.  
Installing Software  
To install the print software from the diskette, take the  
following steps:  
Insert the first diskette (if you have more than one selected  
software diskette).  
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From the Start menu, select Run.  
2
Type A:\setup.exe in the Open box and click OK. (if your  
floppy drive is not A, substitute the correct letter.)  
3
Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the installation.  
4
SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 2.17  
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This chapter describes how to use the printer’s control  
panel. It provides information on the following topics:  
Control Panel Buttons  
Control Panel Lights  
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Control Panel Buttons  
The printer has three buttons: Cancel/Reprint, Demo and Toner Save.  
Cancel job  
Cancel/Reprint  
Press Cancel/Reprint and hold until the control panel  
lights blink to cancel a job the printer is currently  
printing. The Error light will blink while the print job  
is cleared from both the printer and the computer, and  
the printer will then return to the ready mode. This  
may take some time, depending on the size of the  
print job.  
No te : If the Cancel/Reprint button is accidentally  
pushed, the job must be reprinted. There is no undo  
function.  
Reprint last page of the job  
If you press Cancel/Reprint in the ready mode, the  
printer prints the last page of the last print job. For  
further information, see page 5.30.  
USING THE CONTROL PANEL 3.1  
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Control Panel Buttons  
Print demo page and configuration sheet  
Demo  
Press and hold Demo for about 2 seconds until the  
control panel lights blink slowly to print a demo page.  
The printer must be in the ready mode.  
Press and hold Demo for about 6 seconds until the  
control panel lights blink rapidly to print a configuration  
sheet. The printer must be in the ready mode. For  
further information, see page 2.8.  
Start manual feeding  
When you select Manual for Paper Source from your  
software application, you should press Demo each  
time you feed a sheet of paper manually. For further  
information, see page 4.7.  
Cleaning the inside of the printer  
Press and hold Demo for about 10 seconds until the  
control panel lights remain illuminated to automatically  
clean the inside of the printer. After cleaning the printer,  
one cleaning sheet prints. For further information,  
see page 6.5.  
Toner Save  
Toner Save  
Press Toner Save to turn the toner save mode on or  
off. The printer must be in the ready mode.  
(on)  
Toner Save  
• If the button backlight is on, toner save mode  
activates and the printer uses less toner to print a  
document.  
(off)  
• If the button backlight is off, toner save mode is  
disabled and you will print in normal quality.  
For further information on the Toner Save mode, see  
page 5.6.  
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Control Panel Lights  
The control panel lights indicate the status of your printer. If the Error light is  
on, the printer is experiencing an error. See “Troubleshooting Error Messages”  
on page 7.19.  
Light status legend  
symbol for “light off”  
symbol for “light on”  
symbol for “light blinking”  
Control Panel Light Message  
Ready Mode  
Error  
The Data light is on and the printer is ready to print.  
Manual  
No action is needed. If you press and hold the Demo  
button for about 2 seconds, a demo page will print. If  
Paper  
you press and hold the button for about 6 seconds, a  
configuration sheet will print.  
Data  
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Control Panel Lights  
Processing  
Error  
The printer is receiving or processing data. Wait for the  
job to print.  
Manual  
Paper  
Pressing the Cancel/Reprint button cancels the  
current job. One or two pages may print as the printer  
clears the print job. The printer will return to the ready  
mode after the job has been canceled.  
Data  
Data  
The Data light blinks rapidly. Data is in the printer  
memory waiting to be printed.  
Pressing the Cancel/Reprint button cancels the  
current job and the printer returns to the ready mode.  
Error  
Manual  
Paper  
Data  
Paper out  
The printer is out of paper. The Paper light blinks until  
paper is added.  
Load paper into the printer. There is no need to press  
any button to reset.  
Error  
Manual  
Paper  
Data  
Manual feed mode  
The printer is set to Manual mode for the paper  
source. You have to feed paper manually through the  
Manual Tray. If you do not want to be in the Manual  
Feed mode, change the setting from your printer  
properties. For details on the Manual mode, see page  
4.7.  
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Control Panel Lights  
Error  
Paper out in the manual feed mode  
Manual  
Paper  
In the manual feed mode, the printer picks up paper  
from the Manual Tray, one sheet at a time.  
Feed the correct paper in the Manual Tray, and press  
the Demo button to start printing.  
Data  
Error  
Manual  
Paper  
Printing in the manual feed mode  
The printer is processing data in the manual feed mode.  
Wait for the job to print.  
Data  
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This chapter will help you understand what kind of paper  
you can use with the ML-6040 printer and how to properly  
load paper in the different paper trays for the best print  
quality.  
Topics included in this chapter are:  
Choosing Paper and Other Media  
Selecting Output Tray  
Loading Paper  
Printing on Envelopes  
Printing on Heavy Paper  
Printing on Labels  
Printing on Transparencies  
Printing on Preprinted Paper  
Printing on Card Stock or Custom-sized Media  
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Choosing Paper and Other Media  
You can print on a variety of print media, such as plain paper,  
envelopes, labels, transparencies, card stocks and so on. See  
“Paper Specifications” on page A.2. To get the best possible  
print quality, use only high-quality copier-grade paper.  
When you choose print media, consider the following:  
Desired outcome: The paper you choose should be  
appropriate for the project.  
Size: You can use any size paper that fits easily within the  
paper adjusters of the paper tray.  
Weight : Your printer supports paper weight as follows:  
• 16~28 lbs bond for Auto Tray  
• 16~53 lbs bond for Manual Tray  
Brightness: Some papers are whiter than others and  
produce sharper, more vibrant images.  
Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the paper affects  
how crisp the printing looks on the paper.  
Opacity: Opacity refers to the degree to which printing on  
one side of the paper shows through the other side. Use  
paper high in opacity (or thicker paper) for two-sided  
(duplex) printing.  
Always test a sample of paper before purchasing large  
quantities.  
CAUTION: Using media that does not conform to the  
specification listed in the paper specification can cause  
problems that may require service. This service is not covered  
by the warranty or service agreements.  
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Choosing Paper and Other Media  
Media Sizes and Capacities  
Input Source/Capacity*  
Media Size  
Manual tray  
Auto Tray  
Plain Paper  
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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)  
JIS B5 (182 x 257 mm)  
A5 (148 x 210 mm)  
A6 (105 x 148 mm)  
270  
270  
270  
270  
270  
270  
250  
250  
Envelopes  
1
1
1
1
1
No. 10 (4.12 x 9.5 in.)  
Monarch (3.87 x 7.5 in.)  
C5 (162 x 229 mm)  
DL (110 x 220 mm)  
B5 (176 x 250 mm)  
Labels  
1
1
Letter (8.5 x 11 in.)  
A4 (210 x 297 mm)  
Transparency films  
Letter (8.5 x 11 in.)  
A4 (210 x 297 mm)  
1
1
1
Card stocks/Bond  
*
Depending on paper thickness, maximum capacity may be reduced.  
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Choosing Paper and Other Media  
Paper Guidelines  
When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special  
media, keep these guidelines in mind:  
• Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper  
can cause paper jams and poor print quality.  
Use cut-sheet paper only. You cannot use multi-part paper.  
Use only high-quality, copier grade paper.  
Do not use paper that has been already printed on or that  
has been fed through a photocopier.  
Do not use paper with irregularities, such as tabs or  
staples.  
Do not attempt to load any tray during printing and never  
overfill the tray. This could cause a paper jam.  
Avoid paper with embossed lettering, perforations, or  
texture that is too smooth or too rough.  
• Colored paper should be of the same high quality as white  
photocopy paper. The pigments must withstand the printer’s  
fusing temperature of 400°F (205°C) for 0.1 second without  
deterioration. Do not use paper with a colored coating that  
was added after the paper was produced.  
• Preprinted forms must be printed with nonflammable, heat-  
resistant ink that will not melt, vaporize, or release  
hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer’s  
approximately 400°F (205°C) fusing temperature for 0.1  
second.  
• Store paper in its ream wrapper until it is ready to use.  
Place cartons on pallets or shelves, not on the floor.  
Do not place heavy objects on top of the paper, whether it  
is packaged or unpackaged.  
Keep paper away from moisture, direct sunlight or other  
conditions that can cause it to wrinkle or curl.  
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Selecting the Output Tray  
The printer has two output locations: the rear output tray and the top output tray.  
To use the top output tray, be sure the rear output tray is closed. To use the rear output tray,  
open it.  
• If paper coming out of the top output tray has problems, such as excessive curl, try  
printing to the rear output tray.  
To avoid paper jams, do not open or close the rear output tray while the printer is  
printing.  
Printing to the Top Output Tray (Face down)  
The top output tray collects paper face-down, in  
correct order. The top output tray should be used  
for most print jobs and is recommended for printing  
the following:  
• over 250 sheets of paper, continuously  
• transparencies  
" Top output tray  
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 Manual Tray to the rear output tray  
provides the straight paper path. Opening the rear  
output tray might improve output quality with the  
following:  
• over 100 sheets of paper, continuously  
• envelopes  
• labels  
" Rear output tray  
• small custom-size paper  
• postcards  
• paper lighter than 16 lb (60 g/m2) or  
heavier than 28 lb (105 g/m2)  
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Selecting the Output Tray  
To open the rear output tray:  
1
Open the rear door by pulling it down  
The cover functions as the output tray.  
.
2
Pull the extender to extend the output  
tray to its full-length position. This will  
allow the tray to hold longer paper.  
3
If you do not want to stack the printed  
pages on the rear output tray, slide the  
extender back into place and close the  
tray. The pages will then stack on the  
top output tray.  
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Loading Paper  
Proper paper loading helps to prevent paper jams and ensure  
trouble-free printing. Do not remove paper tray while a job is  
printing. Doing so may cause a paper jam.  
The paper level indicator on the front of the paper tray shows  
the amount of paper currently left in the tray. When the tray is  
empty, the indicator turns red.  
"!!Paper empty  
Paper full  
"
Using Auto Tray  
Auto Tray holds 270 sheets of paper. See “Media Sizes and  
Capacities” on page 4.2 for acceptable paper size and  
capacities of the tray.  
Load a stack of paper into the Auto Tray and print. For details  
on loading paper in the Auto Tray, see “Load Paper” on page  
2.4.  
Auto tray  
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Loading Paper  
Using the Manual Tray  
When you change the print settings, if you select Manual in the Paper Source option, you  
can manually load paper in the Manual Tray. Manually loading paper can be helpful when you  
want to check the print quality after each page is printed.  
You must load paper sheet-by-sheet in the Manual Tray, send print data to print the first  
page, and press the Demo button to print each following page.  
1
Pull the Manual Tray down towards you.  
2
Load the paper in the Manual Tray with  
the print side up.  
Adjust the guide to the width of paper.  
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Loading Paper  
3
When you print a document, you must  
select Manual for Paper Source from  
the software application, and then  
select the correct paper size and type.  
For details, see page 5.3.  
4
5
Print the document.  
The Manual light on the control panel  
blinks. Press the Demo button on the  
control panel.  
The sheet of paper is loaded and  
printed.  
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After one page is printed, the Manual  
light on the control panel blinks again.  
Feed the next sheet into the Manual  
Tray and press the Demo button.  
Repeat this step for every page to be  
printed.  
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Printing on Envelopes  
Guidelines  
• Only use envelopes recommended for laser printers. Before you load envelopes in the  
Manual Tray, make sure that they are undamaged.  
• Do not feed stamped envelopes.  
• Never use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated lining, or self-stick adhesives.  
These envelopes may severely damage the printer.  
1
Open the Manual Tray by pulling it down  
toward you.  
2
Open the rear output tray and pull the  
extender.  
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Printing on Envelopes  
3
Load the envelope with the flap side  
down.  
The stamp area is on the left side and the  
end of the envelope with the stamp area  
enters the Manual Tray first.  
4
Adjust the guide to the width of envelope.  
6
7
When you print on envelopes, configure  
the paper source, type and size properly  
in the software application. For details,  
see page 5.3.  
After printing, close the Manual Tray and  
the rear output tray.  
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Printing on Heavy Paper  
Guidelines  
• Heavy paper is any paper heavier than 24 lb (90 g/m2). The maximum paper weight  
available for your printer is 43 lb (163g/m2).  
• Do not use extremely heavy paper stock (greater than 43 lb, or 163 g/m2 bond).  
Misfeeds, mis-stacking, media jams, poor toner fusing, poor print quality, and excessive  
mechanical wear can result.  
1
Open the Manual Tray and the rear  
output tray.  
2
3
Load paper with print side up, and  
against the left edge of the tray.  
Adjust the guide to the width of paper.  
When you print on heavy paper, select  
Bond in the Paper Type section.then  
configure the paper source, and size in  
the software application. For details, see  
page 5.3.  
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Printing on Labels  
Guidelines  
• Only use labels recommended for laser printers.  
• Verify that the labels’ adhesive material can tolerate fusing temperature of 200°C  
(392°F) for 0.1 second.  
• Make sure that there is no exposed adhesive material between the labels. Exposed areas  
can cause labels to peel off during printing, which can cause paper jams. Exposed  
adhesive can also cause damage to printer components.  
• Do not feed a sheet of labels through the printer more than once. The adhesive backing  
is designed for one pass through the printer.  
• Do not use labels that are wrinkled, bubbled, separated from the backing sheet, or  
damaged in any way.  
1
Open the Manual Tray and the rear  
output tray.  
2
3
Load labels with print side up, and  
against the left edge of the tray.  
Adjust the guide to the width of paper.  
When you print on labels, configure the  
paper source, type and size in the  
software application. For details, see  
page 5.3.  
No te : To prevent them from sticking  
together, remove label sheet from the  
output tray as they are printed out.  
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Printing on Transparencies  
Guidelines  
• Only use transparencies recommended for use in laser printers.  
• Make sure that the transparencies are not wrinkled or curled, and that they do not have  
any torn edge.  
• Hold the transparencies by the edges and avoid touching the print side. Oils from your  
fingers that are deposited on the transparency can cause print quality problems.  
• Be careful not to scratch or leave fingerprints on the print side.  
To prevent transparencies from curling, use the standard output tray. (This is for  
transparencies only; for other media, use the rear output tray to reduce curling.)  
1
Open the Manual Tray by pulling it down  
toward you.  
2
Load transparencies with print side  
up, and the top with the adhesive  
strip entering the printer first.  
Adjust the guide to the width of paper.  
3
When you print on transparencies,  
configure the paper source, type and  
size in the software application. For  
details, see page 5.3.  
No te s :  
To prevent transparencies from  
sticking together, remove them from  
the output tray as they are printed.  
• Place transparencies on a flat  
surface after removing them from the  
printer.  
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Printing on Preprinted Paper  
Preprinted paper is paper that has some type of printing placed on it before it is sent through  
the printer. (paper that has a preprinted logo at the top of the page, for example)  
Guidelines  
• Letterheads must be printed with heat-resistant ink that will not melt, vaporize, or  
release hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer’s fusing temperature of 400°F  
(205°C) for 0.1 second.  
• Ink on letterheads must be non-flammable and should not adversely affect any printer  
rollers.  
• Forms and letterheads should be sealed in a moisture-proof wrapping to prevent changes  
during storage.  
• Before you load preprinted paper as forms and letterheads, verify that the ink on the  
paper is dry. During the fusing process, wet ink can come off preprinted paper.  
1
Load letterheads into the tray you want  
to use as shown in the figures.  
Adjust the guide to the width of paper.  
Load with the  
design face down,  
bottom edge  
toward the printer.  
2
When you print a document on the  
paper, configure the paper source, type  
and size in the software application. For  
details, see page 5.3.  
Load with the design face up,  
top edge toward the printer.  
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Printing on Card Stock or Custom-sized Media  
Postcards, 3 by 5 in.(index) cards and other custom-sized media can be printed with the ML-  
6040 printer. The minimum size is 98 by 148 mm (3.9 by 5.83 in.) and the maximum size is  
216 by 356 mm (8.5 by 14 in.).  
Guidelines  
• Always insert the short-edge into the Manual tray first. If you want to print in landscape  
mode, make this selection through your software. Inserting paper long-edge first may  
cause a paper jam.  
• Do not print on media smaller than 98 mm (3.9 in.) wide or 148 mm(5.83 in.) long.  
• Set margins at least 6.4 mm (0.25 in.) away from the edges of the media in the software  
application.  
1
Open the Manual Tray. Open the rear  
output tray and pull the extender out to  
its full-length position.  
2
Load print media with print side up,  
short edge first and against the left  
edge of the tray.  
Adjust the guide to the width of paper.  
3
Configure the paper source, type and  
size in the printer driver’s properties  
(see page 5.3) and print.  
No te : If the size of your print media is  
not listed in the Paper Size box in the  
Paper tab of the printer driver  
properties, select Custom Paper Size  
and set the paper size manually.  
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This chapter explains your printing options and covers common  
printing tasks.  
Topics included in this chapter are:  
Printing a Document  
Using Toner Save Mode  
Printing on Both Sides of the Paper (Manual Duplexing)  
Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper (N-Up Printing)  
Scaling Your Document  
Fitting Your Document To a Selected Paper Size  
Printing Booklets  
Printing Posters  
Setting Graphic Properties  
Printing Watermarks  
Using Page Overlay  
Printing on a Network Environment  
Reprinting the Last Page  
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Printing a Document  
The following procedure describes the general steps required  
for printing from various Windows applications. The exact  
steps for printing a document may vary depending on the  
application program you are using. Refer to your software  
application’s documentation for the exact printing procedure.  
Open the document you want to print.  
1
Select Print from the File menu. The Print dialog box for  
your application will be displayed (the Print dialog box for  
your application may look slightly different).  
2
The basic print settings you will need are usually selected  
within this Print dialog box. These settings include the  
number of copies, paper size, and page orientation.  
If you see a Properties button,  
click it.If you see Setup,  
Printer, or Options, click that  
button instead; then click  
Properties in the next screen.  
Make sure your  
printer is selected.  
PRINTING TASKS 5.1  
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Printing a Document  
To take full advantage of the printer features provided by  
your ML-6040 printer, click Properties in the application’s  
Print dialog box and go to step 4.  
3
4
If you see Setup, Printer, or Options, click that button  
instead. Then click Properties in the next screen.  
Now you see the Samsung ML-6040 Series printer’s  
Properties dialog box. The Properties dialog box allows you  
to access all the information you will need when using your  
printer.  
If necessary, click the Paper tab to display the settings  
shown below. The Paper tab contains the options for  
setting the basic paper handling.  
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Printing a Document  
The default paper source is Auto Select. If the paper  
source is set to Auto Select, the printer automatically  
selects the print media according to the following order:  
Manual Tray, Auto Tray.  
4
Manual source is used when printing to special media. You  
have to feed one sheet at a time into the printer. See page  
4.7.  
The default paper type is Use Printer Default. If you load  
a different type of print media, select the corresponding  
paper type. For further information on print media, refer to  
chapter 4 ‘Print Media.  
4
Also, select the paper size you have loaded in your printer.  
The Paper Orientation option allows you to select the  
direction in which information is printed on a page.  
Portrait prints across the width of the page, letter style.  
Landscape prints across the length of the page,  
spreadsheet style.  
4
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"
Landscape  
Portrait  
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Click other tabs on the top of the Properties dialog box to  
access other features, if needed.  
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6
7
When you complete the print settings, click OK until the  
Print dialog box is displayed.  
Click OK to start printing.  
No te s :  
• Most Windows applications will override settings you specify  
in the printer driver. Change all print settings available in the  
software application first, and change any remaining settings  
suing the printer driver.  
The settings you change remain in effect only while you are  
using the current program. To make your changes permanent,  
make them in the Printers folder. Follow this procedure:  
1. Click the Windows Start button.  
2. Select Settings, then Printers to open the Printers window.  
3. Select the Samsung ML-6040 Series printer icon.  
4. Click the right mouse button and select Properties to open  
the properties window.  
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Printing a Document  
Canceling a Print Job  
There are two ways to stop a print job.  
To stop a print job from the ML-6040 printer  
Press the Cancel/Reprint button on the control panel.  
The printer will finish printing the page that is moving through  
the printer and delete the rest of the print job. Pressing  
Cancel/Reprint cancels only the current job in the printer. If  
more than one print job is in printer memory, Cancel/Reprint  
must be pressed once for each job.  
To stop a print job from the Printers folder  
1. From the Start menu, select Settings.  
2. Select Printers to open the Printers window, then double-  
click the Samsung ML-6040 Series.  
3. From the Document menu, select Cancel Printing  
(Windows 9x) or Cancel (Windows NT 4.0).  
Printing Help  
The Samsung ML-6040 printer has a help screen that can be  
activated by the Help button in the printer Properties dialog  
box. These help screens give detailed information about the  
printer features provided by the ML-6040 printer driver.  
If you want to restore the default printer properties settings  
when you change the print settings, click Defaults in the  
Samsung ML-6040 Series Properties dialog box.  
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Using Toner Save Mode  
Toner Save mode allows the printer to use less toner on each  
page. Selecting this option will extend the life of your toner  
cartridge and reduce your cost per page, but will reduce print  
quality.  
There are two ways to enable the Toner Save mode.  
To enable this feature from the ML-6040 series printer  
Press the Toner Save button on the control panel. The printer  
must be in the ready mode (Data light is on).  
• If the button backlight is on, toner save mode activates and  
the printer uses less toner to print a page.  
• If the button backlight is off, toner save mode is disabled  
and the printer prints in the normal mode.  
No te : To enable or disable the Toner Save mode from the  
control panel, the Toner Save Mode option in the printer driver  
Print Setting  
must be set to  
. See below.  
To enable this feature from the software application  
1. When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 to  
access the printer properties.  
2. Click the Graphic tab, and select the Toner Save Mode  
option. You can select from:  
Printer Setting: If you select this option, this feature is  
determined by the setting you’ve made on the control  
panel of the printer.  
Standard: If you don’t need to save toner to print a  
document, select this option.  
Save: Select this option to allow the printer to use less  
toner on each page.  
3. Click OK.  
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Printing on Both Sides of the Paper  
(Manual Duplexing)  
To print on both sides of the paper (manual duplexing), you  
must run the paper through the printer twice. You can print  
using the top output tray (face down tray) or the rear output  
tray (face up tray). Samsung recommends using the top  
output tray for light-weight paper. Use the rear output tray for  
any heavy media or media that tends to curl when printed,  
such as envelopes and card stock.  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 to  
access the printer properties.  
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From the Paper tab, select the paper orientation, source,  
size and type.  
Click the Output tab, then choose Flip on Long Edge or  
Flip on Short Edge from the Type drop-down list in the  
2
Duplex section.  
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Choosing Flip on Long Edge lets you place the binding  
orientation along the long edge of the paper, as in a  
magazine.  
Choosing Flip on Short Edge lets you place the binding  
orientation along the short edge of the paper, as in a  
calendar.  
"
"
Flip on Long Edge in the  
Flip on Long Edge in the  
Landscape orientation  
Portrait orientation  
➛!!Flip on Short  
Edge in the  
Portrait  
orientation  
"
Flip on Short Edge in the  
Landscape orientation  
Select Face Down Tray (top output tray) or Face Up Tray  
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(rear output tray) in which the printed media is to be  
stacked. According to this option, the printer will determine  
the print page order when the second sides are printed.  
If you select Face Up Tray, open the face up tray.  
If you want to print the instruction page which tells you  
how to load the paper, click Print Instruction sheet. If  
the box is checked, the printer prints the instruction sheet  
before the duplexing job is printed. If the box is empty, this  
feature is disabled.  
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Printing on Both Sides of the Paper (Manual Duplexing)  
Start printing. The printer automatically prints only the  
odd-numbered pages.  
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Gather up the printed pages, and reload them into the  
Manual Tray one sheet at a time in the order that they are  
printed.  
No te : If you have selected the Face Up Tray option in Step  
3, the last page is placed on the top of the stack. Do not  
rearrange the pages before reloading them to print the  
second side.  
The following illustrations show you how to put the printed  
pages back into the printer.  
Remove the printed  
pages, and reload them  
into the Manual Tray one  
sheet at a time with the  
printed side face down.  
(left edge toward  
(right edge toward  
the printer)  
the printer)  
Flip on Short Edge in the  
Landscape orientation  
Flip on Long Edge in the  
Landscape orientation  
(bottom edge  
toward the printer)  
No te : Duplexing can  
cause the printer to  
(top edge toward  
the printer)  
become dirty more quickly  
and can therefore reduce  
print quality. See “Cleaning  
the Printer” on page 6.4 if  
the printer becomes dirty.  
Flip on Long Edge in the  
Flip on Short Edge in the  
Portrait orientation  
Portrait orientation  
You are prompted to reinsert the paper into the Manual  
Tray. Click OK on the screen to start printing the second  
side. The printer automatically prints only the even-  
numbered pages.  
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Demo  
No te : You must press the  
button to start printing each  
time you load the printed page into the Manual Tray.  
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Printing Multiple Pages on  
One Sheet of Paper  
(N-Up Printing)  
You can select the number of pages that you want to print on  
a single sheet of paper. If you choose to print more than one  
page per sheet, the pages will appear decreased in size and  
arranged on the sheet. You can specify up to 16 pages.  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 to  
access the printer properties.  
1
"!4 pages per sheet  
From the Paper tab, select the paper orientation, source,  
size and type.  
Click the Output tab, and choose Multiple Pages per  
2
Side in the Type drop-down list. Then select the number of  
pages you want to print per sheet (1, 2, 4, 9 or 16) in the  
Pages per Sheet drop-down list.  
Click Print Page Borders if you want to print a border  
around each page on the sheet. Print Page Borders is  
3
enabled only if Pages per Sheet is 2, 4, 9, or 16.  
Click OK, then start printing.  
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Scaling Your Document  
This printer feature allows you to scale your print job on a  
page.  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 to  
access the printer properties.  
1
Click the Output tab, and select Scale Printing in the  
Type drop-down list.  
2
3
Enter the desired scaling rate in the Scales input field.  
You can also click the " or buttons.  
Click OK, then start printing.  
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Fitting Your Document To a Selected Paper Size  
This printer feature allows you to scale your print job to any  
selected paper size regardless of the digital document size.  
This can be useful when you want to check fine details on a  
small document.  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 to  
access the printer properties.  
1
Click the Output tab, and select Fit to Page in the Type  
drop-down list.  
2
You’ll see the Application paper size and then you will be  
prompted to select the Fit to paper Size. Select the  
3
correct size from the drop-down list.  
Click OK, then start printing.  
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Printing Booklets  
The Booklet printing feature allows you to print your document  
as a 2-sided (duplex) job and to arrange the pages so that the  
paper can be folded in half after printing to produce a booklet.  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 to  
access the printer properties.  
"
1
Portrait orientation  
From the Paper tab, select the paper orientation, source,  
size and type.  
"
No te : For booklet printing, only four paper sizes are  
Landscape orientation  
supported: Letter, A4, Legal, and Executive.  
Click the Output tab, then choose Booklet Printing from  
the Type drop-down list.  
2
Then select the paper size you are using from the Booklet  
drop-down list.  
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Printing Booklets  
Select Face Down Tray (top output tray) or Face Up Tray  
(rear output tray) in which the printed media is stacked.  
According to this option, the printer will determine the print  
page order when the second sides are printed.  
3
4
If you select Face Up Tray, open the face up tray.  
If you want the instruction page which tells you how to load  
the paper, click Print Instruction sheet. If the box is  
checked, the printer prints the instruction page before the  
duplexing job is printed. If the box is empty, this feature is  
disabled.  
Print the document.  
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6
The printer prints side one as shown below for an 8-page  
document.  
"!8 page document  
Gather up the printed pages, and reload them into the  
Manual Tray one sheet at a time. Go to the next page for  
details on reloading the printed pages.  
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Printing Booklets  
The following illustrations show how to put the paper back  
into the printer.  
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In Portrait orientation,  
insert the pages with  
left edge  
Remove the printed  
toward the printer.  
pages, and reload them  
into the Manual Tray one  
sheet at a time with  
printed side face down.  
"!Face Down Tray output  
"
Face Up Tray output  
In Landscape orientation,  
insert the pages with  
bottom edge  
No te : If you have  
toward the printer.  
selected the Face Up Tray  
option at Step 3, the last  
page is placed on the top  
of the stack. Do not  
rearrange the pages  
before reloading the  
pages.  
"
Face Up Tray output  
"
Face Down Tray output  
You are prompted to reinsert the paper into the Manual Tray.  
Click OK on the screen. The printer will finish printing.  
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9
Demo  
No te : You must press the  
button to start printing each  
time you load the printed page into the Manual Tray.  
Fold and staple the pages.  
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Printing Posters  
This feature allows you to print a single-page document onto  
4, 9, 16, 25, or 36 sheets of paper, for the purpose of pasting  
the sheets together to form one poster-size document.  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 for  
more information on accessing printer properties.  
1
From the Paper tab, select the paper orientation, source,  
size and type.  
"
Poster printing  
with 2x2 style  
Click the Output tab, and select Poster Printing in the  
Type drop-down list.  
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Printing Posters  
To determine the scaling factor, select the Style; 2x2, 3x3,  
4x4, 5x5 or 6x6.  
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For example, if you select 2x2, the output will be  
automatically stretched to cover 4 physical pages.  
➛!!2 x 2  
➛!!3 x 3  
You may specify an overlap in millimeter or inch to make it  
easier to reconstruct the resulting poster.  
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0.3 inches  
0.3 inches  
"!!Overlap=0  
"!!Overlap=0.3  
Click OK, then start printing.  
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Setting Graphic Properties  
Use the following options to adjust the print quality for your  
specific printing needs when you access the printer properties.  
See page 5.2 for more information on accessing printer  
properties.  
If necessary, click the Graphic tab to display the settings shown  
below.  
Click here to save  
the changes when  
setting is done.  
You can select the printing resolution by choosing either  
300 dpi or 600 dpi. The higher the setting, the sharper the  
clarity of printed characters and graphics. Higher settings may  
increase the time it takes to print a document.  
Resolution  
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Setting Graphic Properties  
Some printed characters or images appear to have jagged or  
uneven edges. Set this Samsung Resolution enhancement  
Technology (SRT) option to improve the print quality of your  
text and image and make the characters and images appear  
smoother.  
SRT Mode  
Printer Default – Choose this setting to use SRT that your  
printer provides.  
Normal – SRT mode is disabled. Choose this setting if  
graphics, particularly scanned images, are not  
printing clearly.  
Text Enhance - This setting refines the print quality of  
characters by smoothing out jagged edges  
that can occur on the angles and curves of  
each character.  
Image Enhance - This setting refines the print quality of  
photo images using SRT.  
No te : Text Enhance and Image Enhance are disabled when the  
300 dpi setting is selected.  
Configure the printer to process graphics as raster or vector  
images. Setting this option tells Windows how to send graphic  
images to the printer. All graphics can be printed as raster  
images, however some geometric shapes or patterns print  
faster if they are printed as vector graphics.  
Graphic Mode  
Vector – If you select the Vector setting, Windows will send  
graphics to the printer as a mixture of vector and  
bit map images.  
Raster – When you select the Raster setting, Windows will  
send all graphics to the printer as bit map images.  
Vector  
No te : Not all graphic images can print using the  
setting.  
setting, and your graphic images do  
not print as they appear on your computer screen, select the  
Raster  
Vector  
If you are using the  
setting and reprint your graphic. (Window 9x only)  
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Setting Graphic Properties  
Use this option to lighten or darken the image appearance in  
your print jobs.  
Darkness  
Normal – This setting is for normal documents.  
Light – This setting is for bolder line widths or darker gray-  
scale images.  
Dark – This setting is for finer line width, higher definition in  
graphics, and lighter gray-scale images.  
You can set the printer not to print the last page of the last job  
when the Cancel/Reprint button is pressed. For details, see  
‘Reprinting the Last Page’ on page 5.30.  
Reprint  
With this option On, the printer keeps the image for a printed  
page until the printer signals that the page has successfully  
exited the printer. If a paper jam occurs, the printer will  
automatically reprint all jammed pages after the jam is  
cleared.  
Reprint When Jam  
To conserve power when a printer is idle, you can set the  
printer to enter a reduced power state after completing a print  
job, according to a time specified by you in the Power save  
Mode box.  
Power Save Mode  
Select the desired length of time from the drop-down list.  
If your printer is constantly used, select OFF to keep the  
printer ready to print with the minimum warm-up time. This  
uses more energy to keep the printer warm and ready to print.  
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Printing Watermarks  
The Watermark option allows you to print text over an existing  
document. For example, you may want to have large gray  
letters reading “Draft” or “Confidential” printed diagonally  
across the first page or all pages of a document.  
There are several predefined watermarks that come with the  
ML-6040 series printer, and they can be modified or you can  
add new ones to the list.  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2  
for more information on accessing printer properties.  
1
To use an existing  
watermark  
Click the Watermark tab, and select the desired  
watermark in the Message drop-down list. You will see  
2
the selected watermark in the preview window.  
preview window  
Click OK, then start printing.  
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Printing Watermarks  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 for  
more information on accessing the printer properties.  
To create or edit a  
watermark  
1
2
Click the Watermark tab, and enter the desired text  
message in the Text field. This will be displayed in the  
preview window. The preview window is provided so that you  
can see how the watermark will appear on the printed page.  
Select the desired watermark options. You can select the  
font type and size, color and angle. There are three  
checkboxes at the bottom of the dialog box:  
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Transparent Text – Allows the document to show  
through the watermark.  
As Outline Only – Prints the text outline of the  
watermark. This setting globally effects  
all watermarks in the list.  
On First Page Only – Prints the watermark only on the  
first page.  
Use these scroll  
bars to adjust the  
position.  
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Printing Watermarks  
If you have created a new or edited an existing watermark,  
the Add and Update button is enabled.  
4
To add a new watermark to the list, click Add.  
If you want to edit, select the desired watermark from the  
list, edit, then click Update.  
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6
When you complete the edit, click OK, then start printing.  
To stop printing the watermark, select None in the Message  
drop-down list.  
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 for  
more information on accessing the printer properties.  
To delete a watermark  
1
From the Watermark tab, select the watermark you want  
to delete in the Messages drop-down list.  
2
Click Delete.  
3
Click OK.  
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Using Page Overlay  
An overlay is text and/or images stored in the computer HDD  
What is an Overlay?  
as a special file format that can be printed on any document  
you choose. Overlays are often used to take the place of  
preprinted forms and letterhead paper. Rather than using  
preprinted letterhead, for example, you can create an overlay  
containing the exact same information that is currently on  
your letterhead. Then when you want to print a letter with  
your company’s letterhead, you do not need to load preprinted  
letterhead paper in the printer. You need only to tell the  
printer to print the letterhead overlay on your document.  
To use a page overlay, you must create a new page overlay  
containing your logo or image.  
Creating a New Page  
Overlay  
Create or open a document containing a text or image you  
1
want to use for page overlay. Position the items exactly as  
you wish them to appear when printed as an overlay. If  
needed, save the file for later use.  
Select Print from the File menu. Then click Properties in  
the application’s Print dialog box to access the printer  
properties. For details, see page 5.2.  
2
Click the Overlays tab, and click Create Overlay.  
3
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Using Page Overlay  
In the Create Overlay dialog box, type a name of up to  
eight characters in the File name box. Select the  
destination path if necessary. (The default is  
C:\FORMOVER).  
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Click OK. You will see the name in the Overlay List box.  
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6
Click OK or Yes until you complete the creation.  
The file is not printed out. Instead it will be stored on your  
computer HDD disk.  
No te : The overlay document size must be the same as  
documents you will print with the overlay. Do not creat overlay  
with the watermark.  
After an overlay has been created, it is ready to be printed  
with your document. To print an overlay with a document:  
Using Page Overlay  
Create or open the document you want to print.  
1
When you change the print settings from your software  
application, access the printer properties. See page 5.2 to  
access the printer properties.  
2
Click the Overlays tab, and select the desired overlay from  
the Overlay List box.  
3
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Using Page Overlay  
If the desired overlay file does not appear in the Overlay  
List box, click Load Overlay, and select the overlay file.  
4
If you have stored the overlay file you want to use into an  
external source, you can also load the file when you access  
this Load Overlay window.  
After you select the file, click OK. The file is now shown in  
the Overlay List box and is available for printing. Select  
the overlay from the Overlay List box.  
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Using Page Overlay  
If necessary, click Query Page Overlay. If this box is  
checked, a message box will appear each time you submit a  
document for printing, asking you to confirm your wish to  
print an overlay on your document.  
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Answering Yes to the message box means that the selected  
overlay will be printed with your document.  
Answering No to the message box cancels overlay printing.  
If this box is empty, and an overlay has been selected, the  
overlay will be automatically printed with your document.  
Click OK or Yes until the printing starts.  
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The selected overlay will be downloaded with your print job  
and printed on your document.  
No te : The overlay document resolution must be save as  
document you will print with the overlay.  
You can delete page overlays that are no longer used.  
Deleting a Page Overlay  
In the printer properties dialog box, click the Overlays tab.  
1
Select the overlay you want to delete from the Overlay  
List box.  
2
Click Delete Overlay.  
3
Click OK until you exit the Print dialog box.  
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Printing on a Network Environment  
If you work in a network environment, you can connect your  
printer directly to a selected computer (called the “host  
computer”) on the network. The printer can then be shared  
by other users on the network through a Windows 9x, or NT  
4.0 network printer connection.  
No te : You need to install the Samsung ML-6040 Printer driver  
on each computer that will print documents to the printer.  
Setting Up Host Computer  
Start Windows.  
1
2
From the Start menu, select Control Panel, and  
double-click on the Network icon.  
Check the File and Print Sharing box, then click OK.  
Close the window.  
3
4
Click Start and select Printers from Settings, then  
double-click your printer name.  
Select Properties in the Printers menu.  
5
6
Click the Sharing tab, then check the Shared As box.  
Fill in the Shared Name field, then click OK.  
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Printing on a Network Environment  
Setting Up Client PC  
Right-click Start, and select Explorer.  
1
2
3
Open your network folder in the left column.  
Right-click the shared name, and select Capture Printer  
Port.  
Select the port you want, check the Reconnect at log  
on box, then click OK.  
4
From the Start menu, select Settings, then Printers.  
Double-click your printer icon.  
5
6
7
8
From the Printers menu, select Properties.  
Press the Details tab, select the printer port, then click  
OK.  
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Reprinting the Last Page  
The Samsung ML-6040 printer’s memory always keep the last  
page of the last job. If you canceled a print job due to a paper  
jam or other problems and you want to know which page was  
printed last, reprint the last page.  
Press Cancel/Reprint briefly in the ready mode.  
No te : If you want to prevent somebody from reprinting your document, you can turn  
the Reprinting feature off in the printers properties dialog box. When you turn the  
Cancel/Reprint  
feature off in the printers properties, the  
button on the control panel  
does not perform the reprinting operation.  
To disable this feature:  
Start  
Settings  
1. From the  
Printers  
menu, select  
and then  
.
Samsung ML-  
2. Click the right mouse button on the  
6040 Series  
Properties  
printer icon and select  
open the properties window.  
to  
Graphic  
Off  
from the  
Reprint  
3. From the  
tab, Select  
drop-down list.  
With this option Off, you cannot reprint the last page  
from the control panel.  
When you want to reprint the last page on the  
On  
control panel, you must select  
from the list.  
OK  
4. Click  
.
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This chapter provides suggestions for high-quality and  
economical printing and information for maintaining the toner  
cartridge and the printer.  
Topics included in this chapter are:  
Maintaining Toner Cartridge  
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Maintaining Toner Cartridge  
To get the most from the toner cartridge, keep the following  
guidelines in your mind.  
Toner cartridge storage  
• Do not remove the toner cartridge from its package until you  
are ready to use it. The shelf life of a cartridge in an unopened  
package is approximately 2 years. The shelf life of a cartridge  
in an opened package is approximately 6 months.  
• Do not refill toner cartridges. The printer warranty does not  
cover damage caused by using a refilled cartridge.  
• Store toner cartridges in the same environment as the printer.  
• Do not remove a toner cartridge from the printer except to  
replace it, clean it or clear a paper jam. Replace the cartridge  
immediately.  
To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to  
light for more than a few minutes.  
The life of the toner cartridge depends on the amount of toner  
that print jobs require. When printing text at 5 % coverage, a  
new toner cartridge lasts an average of 6,000 pages. (But, the  
toner cartridge supplied with the printer lasts an average of  
3,000 pages.)  
Toner cartridge life  
expectancy  
After you install a new toner cartridge (see page 2.2), follow the  
instructions included in the toner cartridge box to recycle the old  
cartridge.  
Recycling toner  
cartridge  
To save toner, press the Toner Save button on the printer  
control panel. The button will be lit. You can also enable the  
Toner Save Mode in your printer properties. Refer to “Using  
Toner Save Mode” on page 5.6. Selecting this option will expand  
the life of the toner cartridge and reduce your cost per page, but  
will reduce print quality.  
Saving toner  
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Toner Cartridge  
Redistributing Toner  
When toner is low, faded or light areas may appear on a printed page. You may be able to  
temporarily improve print quality by redistributing the toner. The following procedures may  
allow you to finish the current print job before replacing the toner cartridge.  
1
Open the top cover.  
2
Remove the toner cartridge from the  
printer.  
CAUTIONS :  
Avoid reaching too far into the  
printer. The fusing area may be hot.  
To prevent damage to the toner  
cartridge, do not expose it to light  
for more than a few minutes.  
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Toner Cartridge  
3
Gently shake the toner cartridge from  
side to side 5 or 6 times to redistribute  
the toner.  
No te : If the toner gets on your  
clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth  
and wash clothing in cold water. Hot  
water sets toner into fabric.  
4
Reinsert the toner cartridge into the  
printer. Be sure that the toner cartridge  
is firmly in its place.  
5
Firmly close the cover.  
If the print remains light  
Remove the old cartridge and install a  
new toner cartridge. See “Install the  
Toner Cartridge” on page 2.2.  
MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER 6.3  
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Cleaning the Printer  
To maintain print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below every time the toner cartridge  
is replaced or whenever print quality problems occur. As much as possible, keep the printer  
free from dust and debris.  
No te s :  
Do not use ammonia-based cleaners or volatile solvents such as thinner, on or around the  
printer. These can damage the printer.  
• While cleaning the inside of the printer, be careful not to touch the transfer roller (located  
underneath the toner cartridge ). The oil from your hands on the roller can cause print quality  
problems.  
Cleaning the Outside  
Wipe the outside surface of the printer with a soft, clean, lint-  
free cloth. You can dampen the cloth slightly with water, but be  
careful not to be let any water drip onto the printer or inside of  
it.  
Cleaning the Inside  
During the printing process, paper, toner, and dust particles  
can accumulate inside the printer. Over time, this buildup can  
cause print quality problems such as toner specks or smearing.  
Cleaning inside the printer will eliminate or reduce these  
problems.  
Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord, then wait for  
the printer to cool.  
1
Cleaning inside the printer  
Open the top cover and remove the toner cartridge.  
2
3
No te : To prevent damage  
to the toner cartridge, do  
not expose it to light for  
more than a few minutes.  
Cover it with a piece of  
paper, if necessary. Also,  
do not touch the black  
transfer roller inside the  
printer. By doing so, you  
can damage the printer.  
With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner  
from the toner cartridge area and the toner cartridge cavity.  
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Cleaning the Printer  
Locate the long strip of glass (LSU) inside the top of the  
cartridge compartment, and gently swab the glass to see if dirt  
turns the white cotton black.  
4
Reinsert the toner cartridge and close the top cover. Then,  
turn the printer on.  
5
Printing a cleaning sheet cleans the drum inside the toner  
cartridge. Use this process if you are experiencing blurred,  
faded or smeared printouts. This process will produce a page  
with toner debris, which should be discarded.  
Printing a cleaning sheet  
Make sure the printer is turned on and in the ready state and  
that there is paper loaded in the paper tray.  
1
Press and hold Demo on the control panel for about 10  
seconds until all control panel lights remain steadily lit, then  
release.  
2
No te : The cartridge  
cleaning process takes  
some time. To stop the  
printing, turn the power  
off.  
Your printer automatically picks up a sheet of paper from the  
paper tray and prints out a cleaning sheet with the dust or  
toner particles on it.  
3
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This chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you  
encounter a printer error. It provides information on the  
following topics:  
Troubleshooting Checklist  
Solving General Printing Problems  
Clearing Paper Jams  
Solving Print Quality Problems  
Troubleshooting Error Messages  
Common Windows Problems  
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Troubleshooting Checklist  
If the printer is not working properly, complete the following checklist in order. If the printer  
does not pass a step, follow the corresponding troubleshooting suggestions.  
Check  
Solution  
Make sure that the Data light on  
the control panel is on.  
• If no lights are on, check the power cord  
connection. Check the power switch. Check the  
power source by plugging into another outlet.  
• If other lights are on, go to “Troubleshooting Error  
Messages” on page 7.19.  
Press the Demo button to print  
a demo page to verify that the  
printer is feeding paper correctly.  
See page 2.8.  
• If a demo page does not print, check the paper  
supply in the paper tray.  
• If the paper jams in the printer, go to “ Clearing  
Paper Jams” on page 7.6.  
• If the Error indicator light is illuminated on the  
control panel, go to “Troubleshooting Error  
Messages” on page 7.19.  
Check the demo page to see if it  
is printed correctly.  
If there is a print quality problem, go to “Solving  
Print Quality Problems” on page 7.13.  
Print a short document from a  
software application to verify  
that the computer and printer  
are connected and are  
• If the page does not print, check the cable  
connection between the printer and computer.  
• Check the print queue or print spooler (print  
monitor in Mac) to see if the printer has been  
paused.  
communicating correctly.  
• Check the software application to make sure you  
are using the proper printer driver and  
communication port. If the page is interrupted  
during printing, go to “Solving General Printing  
Problems” on page 7.2.  
If completing the checklist did  
not diagnose the problem with  
the printer, check the following  
troubleshooting sections.  
• “Solving General Printing Problems” on page 7.2.  
• “Troubleshooting Error Messages” on page 7.19.  
• “Common Windows Problems” on page 7.21.  
PROBLEM SOLVING 7.1  
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Solving General Printing Problems  
If you have any problems with the operation of your ML-6040 printer, refer to the table for  
suggested solutions.  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
Problem  
The printer is not  
receiving power.  
If no lights are on, check the power  
cord connections. Check the power  
switch and the power source.  
The printer does not  
print.  
Your printer is not  
selected as the default  
printer.  
Select Samsung ML-6040 Series  
as your default printer.  
Check the printer for  
the following:  
• The printer cover is not closed.  
• Paper is jammed.  
• No paper is loaded.  
Toner cartridge is not installed.  
• Printer system error occurs.  
Contact a service representative.  
The printer may be in  
manual feed mode and  
out of paper. (The  
Add paper to the Manual tray, and  
press the Demo button on the  
printer’s control panel.  
Manual and the Data  
lights are blinking.)  
The connection cable  
between the computer  
and the printer is not  
connected properly.  
Disconnect the printer cable and  
reconnect it.  
The connection cable  
between the computer  
and the printer is  
defective.  
If possible, attach the cable to  
another computer that is working  
properly and print a job. You may  
also try using a different printer  
cable.  
The port setting is  
incorrect.  
Check the Windows printer setting to  
make sure that the print job is sent  
to the correct port (for example,  
LPT1). If the computer has more  
than one port, make sure the printer  
is attached to the correct one.  
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Possible Cause  
Problem  
Solution  
The printer may be  
configured incorrectly.  
The printer does not  
print. (continued)  
Check the printer properties to make  
sure that all print settings are correct.  
The printer driver may  
be incorrectly installed.  
Uninstall the printer driver, then  
reinstall the printer driver. Try printing  
a demo page.  
The printer is  
malfunctioning.  
Check the lights on the control panel to  
determine if the printer is indicating a  
system error.  
The paper source  
selection in the printer  
properties may be  
incorrect.  
For many software applications the  
paper source selection is found under  
the Paper tab within the printer  
properties. Select the correct paper  
source.  
Printer selects media  
from the wrong  
paper source.  
Paper has not been  
loaded correctly.  
Remove paper from the paper tray and  
reload it correctly.  
Paper does not feed  
into the printer.  
There is too much paper  
in the paper tray.  
Remove excess paper from the tray.  
The paper is too thick.  
Use only paper that meets the  
specifications required by the printer.  
The job may be very  
complex.  
Reduce the complexity of the page or  
try adjusting the print quality settings.  
If this problem occurs frequently, add  
memory to the printer.  
Print job is extremely  
slow.  
The maximum speed of  
12 pages per minute  
cannot be exceeded even  
when more memory is  
added.  
If using Windows 95, the  
Spooling Setting may be  
set incorrectly.  
From the Start menu, choose Settings  
and Printers. Right-click the Samsung  
ML-6040 Series printer icon, choose  
Properties, click the Details tab, and  
then choose the Spool Settings  
button. Select the desired spool setting  
from the available choices.  
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Solving General Printing Problems  
Solution  
Possible Cause  
Problem  
Simplify the page layout and remove  
any unnecessary graphics from the  
document, if possible.  
The page layout is too  
complex.  
Half of the page is  
blank.  
Change the page orientation in your  
application.  
The page orientation  
setting may be  
incorrect.  
Make sure that the paper size in the  
print settings matches the paper in  
the paper tray.  
The paper size and the  
paper size settings do  
not match.  
Remove excess paper from the tray.  
If printing special media, use the  
Manual Tray.  
There is too much  
paper in the paper tray.  
The paper keeps  
jamming.  
Use only paper that meets the  
specifications required by the printer.  
An incorrect type of  
paper is being used.  
Media such as thick paper should not  
be printed using the standard face-  
down stacker. Use the rear face-up  
output tray instead.  
An incorrect output  
method is being used.  
Open the top cover and remove the  
debris.  
There may be debris  
inside the machine.  
Disconnect the printer cable and  
The printer cable is  
loose or defective.  
The printer prints,  
but the text is  
wrong, garbled, or  
incomplete.  
reconnect it. Try a print job that you  
know works. If possible, attach the  
cable and printer to another computer  
and try a print job that you know  
works. Finally, try a new printer cable.  
Check the application’s printer  
selection menu to make sure that your  
printer is selected.  
The wrong printer driver  
was selected.  
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Solving General Printing Problems  
Solution  
Possible Cause  
Problem  
Try printing a job from another  
application.  
The software application  
is malfunctioning.  
The printer prints, but  
the text is wrong,  
garbled, or incomplete.  
(continued)  
If printing from Windows (any  
version), exit to a Dos prompt and  
verify functionality with the following  
command: At a C:\ prompt, type Dir  
LPT1, then press Enter. (This  
assumes you are connected to LPT1.)  
Exit Windows and reboot the  
The operating system is  
malfunctioning.  
computer. Turn the printer off and then  
back on again.  
Replace the toner cartridge.  
The toner cartridge is  
defective or out of toner.  
Pages print, but are  
totally blank.  
Remove the toner cartridge and pull  
out the sealing tape. Reinstall the  
toner cartridge, and check by printing  
a demo page.  
The sealing tape may  
still be in the toner  
cartridge.  
Check the file to make sure that it  
does not contain blank pages.  
The file may have blank  
pages.  
Contact a service representative.  
Some parts, such as the  
controller or the board,  
may be defective.  
PROBLEM SOLVING 7.5  
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Clearing Paper Jams  
Occasionally, paper can become jammed during a print job. Some of the causes include:  
• The paper tray is loaded improperly or overfilled.  
• The paper tray has been pulled out during a print job.  
• The top cover has been opened during a print job.  
• Paper that does not meet paper specifications has been used. See “Paper Specifications” on  
page A.2.  
• Paper that is outside of the supported size range has been used. See “Paper Specifications”  
on page A.2.  
If a paper jam occurs, the Paper and the Error lights remain lit on the control panel. Find  
and remove the jammed paper. If the location of the paper jam is not obvious, look inside the  
printer.  
Output Area  
No te : Paper jams in this area may result in loose toner on the page. If you get any toner on your  
clothes, wash them in cold water because hot water will set the toner into the fabric.  
1
If the paper is almost completely visible  
from the top output tray, pull the  
remaining paper carefully out of the  
printer.  
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Clearing Paper Jams  
2
3
4
5
If the jammed paper is not visible or  
there is resistance when you pull the  
paper, open the rear output tray.  
Remove the stopper as shown, then  
push the tray down so that it is open at  
90 degrees angle.  
If there is resistance when you pull the  
paper, squeeze the handle on the right  
Exit roller  
end of the exit roller  
1
, then pull the  
roller in the direction of arrow  
.
2
1
2
Remove the jammed paper.  
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Clearing Paper Jams  
6
7
8
Replace the exit roller.  
Make sure that you click the right  
end of the roller back in place. If you  
fail to do so, the printer system will  
recognize that the printer cover is open  
or that a system fuser error has  
occurred, and the Error light on the  
control panel will turn on.  
Replace the stopper as shown, and close  
the rear output tray.  
To resume printing, open the top cover,  
and then close it close it again.  
No te : If the Paper and the Error lights  
do not turn off, there is still jammed  
paper inside the printer. Check the input  
area and the inside of the printer.  
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Clearing Paper Jams  
Input Area  
No te : If paper has entered the toner cartridge area, follow the instructions on page 7.10. It is  
easier to remove such jams from the inside of the printer than the paper input area.  
1
Slide out Auto tray to expose the  
jammed paper.  
2
Remove any misfed paper by pulling it  
out by the visible edge from the tray.  
Make sure that all of the paper is  
properly aligned in the tray.  
No te : If the paper is jammed in the  
paper feed area and cannot be  
accessed from inside the printer,  
remove Tray 1 from the printer and  
carefully pull the jammed paper free  
from the printer.  
3
Slide the tray back into the printer.  
PROBLEM SOLVING 7.9  
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Clearing Paper Jams  
4
To resume printing, open the top cover,  
and then close it again.  
No te : If the Paper and the Error lights  
do not turn off, there is still jammed  
paper inside the printer. Check the  
inside of the printer.  
Inside the Printer  
No te : Paper jams in this area may result in loose toner on the page. If you get any toner on  
your clothes, wash them in cold water because hot water will set the toner into the fabric.  
1
Open the top cover and remove the  
toner cartridge.  
CAUTION: To prevent damage to  
the toner cartridge, do not expose it  
to light for more than a few minutes.  
Place a piece of paper over the top of  
the toner cartridge to shield it while it  
is out of the printer.  
2
Carefully lift up the guide feed.  
Guide feed  
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Clearing Paper Jams  
3
4
5
Gently pull the paper toward you to  
remove it from the printer.  
Flip down the guide feed, and reinstall  
the toner cartridge.  
No te : If the toner cartridge is  
difficult to reinstall, make sure the  
guide feed has been flipped back  
down into position.  
Close the top cover. Printing can be  
resumed.  
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Clearing Paper Jams  
Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams  
By selecting correct paper types and loading them properly,  
you should be able to avoid most paper jams. If paper jams  
occur, follow the steps outlined in “Clearing Paper Jams” on  
page 7.6. If jams occur frequently, make sure you are  
following these tips to avoid jams.  
• Follow the procedures in “Load Paper” on page 2.4 to load  
the paper properly. Make sure the adjustable guides are  
positioned correctly.  
• Do not overload the paper tray. Make sure the paper is under  
the paper capacity mark on the inside of the paper tray.  
• Do not pull out the paper tray while print jobs are in process.  
• Flex, fan and straighten the paper before loading it.  
• Do not load stacks of labels or transparencies in the Auto  
Tray. Labels or transparencies must be fed using the Manual  
Tray.  
• Do not load wrinkled, creased, damp or highly curled paper.  
• Do not mix paper types in the paper tray.  
• Use only recommended print media. See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
• Make sure that the recommended print side is facing down  
when loading the paper into the Auto Tray and facing up  
when loading into the Manual Tray.  
• Keep print media stored in an acceptable environment.  
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Solving Print Quality Problems  
Print Quality Checklist  
General print quality problems can be solved by following the checklist below.  
• Check the printer properties to make sure that you are using the best available print quality  
option (see page 5.18).  
• Redistribute the toner in the toner cartridge (see page 6.2).  
• Clean the inside of the printer (see page 6.4).  
• Adjust the print resolution from the printer properties (see page 5.18).  
• Check to make sure that Toner Save Mode is off (see page 5.6).  
Troubleshoot general printing problems (see page 7.2).  
• Install a new toner cartridge, then check print quality again (see page 2.2).  
Solving Print Quality Problems  
Solution  
Problem  
If a vertical white streak or faded area appears on the page:  
Light or faded print  
• The toner supply is low. You may be able to temporarily  
extend the toner cartridge life. See “Redistributing the  
Toner” on page 6.2. If this does not improve the print  
quality, install a new toner cartridge.  
• The paper may not meet paper specifications (for example,  
the paper is too moist or too rough). See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
• If the whole page is light, the print resolution setting is too  
light or Toner Save Mode may be on. Adjust the print  
resolution and darkness setting within the printer properties.  
See page 5.18 and 5.20 respectively.  
• A combination of faded and smeared defects may indicate  
that the toner cartridge needs cleaning. See “Cleaning the  
Printer” on page 6.4.  
• The surface of the LSU part inside the printer may be dirty.  
Clean the LSU (see page 6.5).  
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Solving Print Quality Problems  
Solution  
Problem  
• The paper may not meet paper specifications (for example,  
the paper is too moist or too rough). See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
Toner specks  
• The transfer roller may be dirty. See “Cleaning the Inside”  
on page 6.4.  
• The paper path may need cleaning. See “Cleaning the  
Inside.  
If faded areas, generally rounded, occur randomly on the  
page:  
Dropouts  
• A single sheet of paper may be defective. Try reprinting  
the job.  
• The moisture content of the paper is uneven or the paper  
has moist spots on its surface. Try a different kind or brand  
of paper. See “Paper Specifications” on page A.2.  
• The paper lot is bad. The manufacturing processes can  
cause some areas to reject toner. Try a different kind or  
brand of paper.  
• The toner cartridge may be defective. See “Repetitive  
vertical defects” on page 7.15.  
• If these steps do not correct the problems, contact a  
service representative.  
If black vertical streaks appear on the page:  
Vertical lines  
• The photosensitive drum inside the toner cartridge has  
probably been scratched. Install a new toner cartridge.  
If white vertical streaks appear on the page:  
• The surface of the LSU part inside the printer may be dirty.  
Clean the LSU (see page 6.5).  
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Solving Print Quality Problems  
Solution  
Problem  
If the amount of background toner shading becomes  
unacceptable, the procedures below may help to clear the  
condition:  
Gray background  
• Change the paper to a lighter basis weight. See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
• Check the printer’s environment; very dry (low humidity)  
or high humidity (higher than 80 % RH) conditions can  
increase the amount of background shading.  
• Install a new toner cartridge.  
• Clean the inside of the printer. See “Cleaning the Inside”  
on page 6.4.  
Toner smear  
• Check the paper type and quality. See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
Try installing a new toner cartridge.  
If marks repeatedly appear on the printed side of the page  
at even intervals:  
Repetitive vertical defects  
• The toner cartridge may be damaged. If a repetitive mark  
occurs every 95 mm or 38 mm on the page, print the  
cleaning sheet several times to clean the cartridge (see  
page 6.5). If you still have the same problems, install a  
new toner cartridge.  
• Parts in the printer may have toner on them. If the defects  
occur on the back of the page, the problem will likely  
correct itself after a few more pages.  
• The fusing assembly may be damaged. Contact a service  
representative.  
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Solving Print Quality Problems  
Solution  
Problem  
Background scatter results from bits of toner distributed on  
the printed page.  
Background scatter  
• The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different  
batch of paper. Do not open packages of paper until  
necessary so that the paper does not absorb too much  
moisture from the air.  
• If background scatter occurs on an envelope, change your  
printing layout to avoid printing over areas that have  
overlapping seams on the reverse side. Printing on seams  
can cause this problem.  
• If background scatter covers the entire surface of a printed  
page, adjust the print resolution through your software  
application or the printer properties.  
• If characters are improperly formed, producing hollow  
images, the paper stock may be too slick. Try a different  
paper. See “Paper Specifications” on page A.2.  
Misformed characters  
• If characters are improperly formed, producing a wavy  
effect, the scanner unit may need service. Check to see if  
it also occurs on a demo page by pressing the Demo  
button on the control panel when the printer is ready. If  
you need service, contact a service representative.  
• Check the paper type and quality. See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
Page skew  
• Make sure that the paper or other media is loaded  
correctly and the guides are not too tight or too loose  
against the paper stack.  
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Solving Print Quality Problems  
Solution  
Problem  
• Check the paper type and quality. Both high temperature  
and humidity will cause paper curl. See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
Curl or wave  
Turn over the stack of paper in the paper tray. Also try  
rotating the paper 180° in the paper tray.  
• Open the rear output tray and try printing to the face up  
output tray.  
• Make sure that paper is loaded properly.  
Wrinkles or creases  
• Check the paper type and quality. See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
• Open the rear output tray and try printing to the face up  
output tray.  
Turn over the stack of paper in the paper tray. Also try  
rotating the paper 180° in the tray.  
• The transfer roller may be dirty. See “Cleaning the Inside”  
on page 6.4.  
Back of printouts dirty  
• Check if the toner is leaking. Clean inside the printer.  
• The toner cartridge may not be installed properly. Remove  
the cartridge and reinsert it.  
Black pages  
• The toner cartridge may be defective and need replacing.  
Install a new toner cartridge.  
• The printer may require repairs. Contact a service  
representative.  
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Solution  
• Clean the inside of the printer.  
Problem  
Loose toner  
• Check the paper type and quality. See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
Try installing a new toner cartridge.  
• If the problem persists, the printer may require repairs.  
Contact a service representative.  
Character voids are white areas within the parts of  
characters that should be solid black:  
Character Voids  
• If you are using transparencies when you experience this  
problem, try another type of transparency. (Because of the  
composition of transparency media, some character voids  
are normal.)  
• You may be printing on the wrong surface of the paper.  
Remove the paper and turn it around.  
• The paper may not meet paper specifications. See “Paper  
Specifications” on page A.2.  
If horizontally aligned black streaks or smears appear:  
Horizontal stripes  
• The toner cartridge may be installed improperly. Remove  
the cartridge and reinsert it.  
• The toner cartridge may be defective. Install a new toner  
cartridge.  
• If the problem persists, the printer may require repairs.  
Contact a service representative.  
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Troubleshooting Error Messages  
When the printer detects an error, the control panel indicator lights will indicate error  
messages. Find the light pattern below that matches the printer light pattern and follow the  
solutions to clear the error.  
Printer Light Patterns  
Light status legend  
symbol for “light off”  
symbol for “light on”  
symbol for “light blinking”  
Error  
Power off  
Manual  
Paper  
• Check the power cord and the power switch if your printer does not  
generate a response.  
• Make sure that the printer is powered with the specified AC voltage.  
Data  
Error  
Paper out  
Manual  
The printer is out of paper in the paper tray. The Paper light blinks until  
paper is added.  
Paper  
• Loading paper into the tray will cancel this message and allow you to  
Data  
continue with the print job.  
Error  
Paper out in the manual feed mode  
Manual  
While printing in the manual feed mode, the printer is out of paper in  
the Manual Tray.  
Paper  
• Load the correct paper into the Manual Tray and press the Demo button  
Data  
on the control panel to print each page.  
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Troubleshooting Error Messages  
Error  
Paper jam  
Manual  
Paper is jammed inside the printer.  
Paper  
Data  
• Clear the paper jam. See “Clearing Paper Jams” on page 7.6.  
Door open, or no toner cartridge  
Error  
Manual  
Paper  
Data  
The printer top cover may be opened or the toner cartridge is not  
installed.  
• Check that the printer top cover door and rear door (face-up output tray)  
are closed properly.  
• Make sure that the toner cartridge is correctly installed in the printer.  
Memory out  
Error  
Manual  
Paper  
Data  
The printer memory ran out of memory in the middle of a print job. The  
page being printed may have been too complex for the memory capacity  
of the printer. Press the Cancel/Reprint button to cancel the current job.  
Try to free some printer memory by removing any unnecessary fonts,  
macros, or any data currently in printer memory.  
• For a temporary solution, simplify the image or print at a lower resolution.  
Error  
Manual  
Paper  
System error  
• Reset the printer by briefly turning the printer off and back on again.  
• If the error persists, contact the service representative.  
Data  
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Common Windows Problems  
Problem  
Possible Cause and Solution  
“File in Use” message  
appears during installation.  
Quit all software applications. Remove all software from the  
StartUp Group, then restart Windows. Reinstall the printer  
driver.  
“Error Writing to LPTx”  
message appears.  
• Make sure that the cables are connected correctly, the printer is  
on, and the Data light on the control panel is on.  
• If bi-directional communication is not turned on in the  
driver, it will also cause this message.  
• From the Start menu, select Settings, then Printers.  
Right-click on the Samsung ML-6040 Series printer  
icon and select Properties. From the Details tab, click  
on Port Settings. Remove check from Check Port State  
before Printing box and click OK. From Spool  
Settings, select Print Directly to Printer and click OK.  
Try printing again.  
“General Protection Fault,  
“Exception OE, Spool32,  
or “Illegal Operation”  
• Close all other applications, reboot Windows, and try  
printing again.  
• Delete all temp files from the Temp sub-directory. You  
can determine the name of the directory by editing the  
AUTOEXEC.BAT file and locking for the statement, “Set  
Temp =. The name after this statement is the temp  
directory. It is usually C:\temp by default, but can be  
redefined.  
messages appears.  
No te : Refer to Microsoft Windows 9x or NT 4.0 documentation that came with your PC for  
further information on Windows error messages.  
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This appendix provides information on the following topics:  
Printer Specifications  
Paper Specifications  
Using Your Printer with a USB Cable  
Using Your Printer with a Macintosh  
Linux Driver Installation  
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Printer Specifications  
Specification and Description  
Item  
Print Speed  
12 PPM (A4), 12.6 PPM (Letter)  
True 600 x 600 dpi  
Resolution  
First Printing Time  
WarmUp Time  
Power Rating  
Less than 15 seconds  
Less than 30 seconds  
AC 100 ~ 120 V (USA, Canada) / 220 ~ 240 V (Others), 50 / 60 Hz  
350 W average during operation / Less than 12 W in power-save mode  
Stand by: Less than 35 dB; Operating: Less than 48 dB  
Single cartridge  
Power Consumption  
Acoustic Noise  
Toner Supply  
Toner Cartridge Life  
Duty Cycle  
6,000 pages (for starter, 3,000 pages), 5% area coverage  
Monthly: 12,000 pages maximum  
Weight  
11.2 Kg / 24.7 lb.  
Paper: 1.7 Kg  
Plastic: 0.33 Kg  
Package Weight  
External Dimensions  
361 (W) x 409 (D) x 247 (H) mm (without options)  
Operating Environment  
Temperature:10 ~ 32 °C / 50 ~ 90 °F; Humidity: 20 ~ 80 % RH  
Emulation  
Fonts  
GDI  
1 bitmap, 45 scalable  
Interface Switching  
Interface  
Automatic (Parallel, USB)  
12PPM (A4) Bidirectional Parallel Standard  
- Modes supported: Compatible, Nibble, Byte, ECP  
USB Interface Standard  
- USB 1.0 compliant  
- 12Mbps 1 port  
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Paper Specifications  
Overview  
This printer accepts a variety of media, such as cut-sheet  
paper (including up to 100 % recycled fiber content paper),  
envelopes, labels, transparencies and custom-size paper.  
Properties such as weight, composition, grain and moisture  
content are important factors affecting printer performance and  
output quality. Paper that does not meet the guidelines  
outlined in this manual can cause the following problems:  
• Poor print quality  
Increased paper jams  
Premature wear on the printer, requiring repairs.  
No te s :  
• Some paper may meet all of the guidelines in this manual  
and still not produce satisfactory results. This might be the  
result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and  
humidity levels, or other variables over which Samsung has  
no control.  
• Before purchasing large quantities of paper, make sure that  
the paper meets the requirements specified in this user  
guide. Always test paper before buying large quantities.  
CAUTION: Using paper that does not meet that stated  
specifications may cause problems for the printer, requiring  
repairs. Repairs made necessary by the use of paper not  
specified in this manual are not covered by the Samsung  
warranty or service agreements.  
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Paper Specifications  
Supported Sizes of Paper  
Auto Tray  
Dimensionsa  
11 in. (216 279 mm)  
Weight  
Capacityb  
8.5  
Letter  
A4  
210  
297 mm (8.3 X 11.7 in.)  
Executive  
Legal  
7.3 X 10.5 in. (191 X 267 mm)  
270 sheets of  
20 lb Bond  
16 to 28 lb Bond  
(60 to 105 g/m2)  
8.5  
14 in. (216  
356 mm)  
(75 g/m2) paper  
182  
257 mm (7.2  
10 in.)  
13 in.)  
B5 (JIS)  
216  
146  
105  
330 mm (8.5  
210 mm  
Folio  
A5  
148 mm  
A6  
Manual Tray  
Dimensionsa  
98 X 148 mm (3.9 X 5.83 in.)  
216 356 mm (8.5 X 14 in.)  
Weight  
Capacityb  
Minimum Size (custom)  
Maximum Size (custom)  
Transparency  
60 to 163 g/m2 Bond  
(16 to 43 lb )  
Thickness:  
.10 X .14 mm  
(0.0039 X 0.0055 in.)  
1 sheets of  
paper  
Same minimum and  
maximum paper sizes as  
listed above.  
Labelsc  
Thickness:  
.10 X .14 mm  
(0.0039 X 0.0055 in.)  
up to 90 g/m2  
(16-24 lb)  
Envelopes  
a. The printer supports a wide range of media sizes. See “Printing on Card Stock or Custom-Sized Media” on  
page 4.15.  
b. Capacity may vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.  
c. Smoothness - 100 to 250 (Sheffield)  
No te : You may experience some paper jams when using any media with a length of less than  
148 mm (5.83 in.). For optimum performance, make sure you are storing and handling the paper  
correctly. Please refer to “Printer and Paper Storage Environment” on page A.6.  
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Paper Specifications  
Guidelines for Using Paper  
For best results, use conventional 90 g/m2 (24 lb) paper. Make sure the paper is of good  
quality, and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled  
or bent edges.  
If you are unsure of what type of paper you are loading (such as bond or recycled), check the  
label on the package of the paper.  
The following problems with paper can cause print quality deviations, jamming, or even  
damage to the printer.  
Problem with Paper  
Solution  
Symptom  
Too moist, too rough, too  
smooth, or embossed;  
faulty paper lot  
Try another kind of paper,  
between 100 ~ 250 Sheffield,  
4 ~ 5 % moisture content.  
Poor print quality or  
toner adhesion  
Problems with feeding  
Stored improperly  
Store paper flat in its moisture-  
proof wrapping.  
Dropout, jamming,  
curl  
Too heavy  
Use lighter paper, open the rear  
output tray.  
Increased gray  
background shading  
/printer wear  
Too moist, wrong grain  
direction or short-grain  
construction  
• Open the rear output tray.  
• Use long-grain paper.  
Excessive curl  
problems with feeding  
Cutouts or perforations  
Do not use paper with cutouts or  
perforations.  
Jamming, damage to  
printer  
Ragged edges  
Use good quality paper  
Problems with feeding  
No te s :  
Do not use letterhead paper that is printed with low-temperature inks, such as those used in  
some types of thermography.  
Do not use raised or embossed letterhead.  
The printer uses heat and pressure to fuse toner to the paper. Make sure that any colored  
paper or preprinted forms use inks that are compatible with this fusing temperature (200 °C or  
392 °F for 0.1 second).  
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Paper Specifications  
Paper Specifications  
Category  
Acid Content  
Specifications  
5.5 ~ 8.0 pH  
Caliper  
.094 ~ .18 mm (3.0 ~ 7.0 mils)  
Flat within 5 mm (.02 in.)  
Curl in Ream  
Cut Edge Conditions  
Fusing Compatibility  
Cut with sharp blades with no visible fray.  
Must not scorch, melt, offset, or release hazardous  
emissions when heated to 200 °C (392 °F) for .1  
second.  
Grain  
Long Grain  
Moisture Content  
Smoothness  
4 % ~ 6 % by weight  
100 ~ 250 Sheffield  
Paper Output Capacity  
Output Tray  
Capacity  
250 sheets of 20 lb bond (75 g/m2) paper  
Top output (Face-down) tray  
Rear output (Face-up) tray  
100 sheets of 20 lb bond (75 g/m2) paper  
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Paper Specifications  
Printer and Paper Storage Environment  
Ideally, the printer and paper storage environment should be  
at or near room temperature, and not too dry or humid.  
Remember that paper absorbs and loses moisture rapidly.  
Heat works with humidity to damage paper. Heat causes the  
moisture in paper to evaporate, while cold causes it to  
condense on the sheets. Heating systems and air conditioners  
remove most of the humidity from a room. As paper is opened  
and used, it loses moisture, causing streaks and smudging.  
Humid weather or water coolers can cause the humidity to  
increase in a room. As paper is opened and used it absorbs  
any excess moisture, causing light print and dropouts. Also, as  
paper loses and gains moisture it can distort. This can cause  
paper jams.  
As a result, paper storage and handling are as important as  
the paper-making process itself. Paper storage environmental  
conditions directly affect the feed operation.  
Care should be taken not to purchase more paper than can be  
easily used in a short time (about 3 months). Paper stored for  
long periods may experience heat and moisture extremes,  
which can cause damage. Planning is important to prevent  
damage to a large supply of paper.  
Unopened paper in sealed reams can remain stable for several  
months before use. Opened packages of paper have more  
potential for environment damage, especially if they are not  
wrapped with a moisture-proof barrier.  
The paper storage environment should be properly maintained  
to ensure optimum printer performance. The required condition  
is 20 ° to 24 °C (68° to 75 °F), with a relative humidity of  
45 % to 55 %. The following guidelines should be helpful when  
evaluating the paper’s storage environment:  
• Paper should be stored at or near room temperature.  
• The air should not be too dry or too humid (due to the  
hygroscopic properties of paper).  
• The best way to store an opened ream of paper is to rewrap it  
tightly in its moisture-proof wrapping. If the printer  
environment is subject to extremes, unwrap only the amount  
of paper to be used during the day’s operation to prevent  
unwanted moisture changes.  
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Paper Specifications  
Envelopes  
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary  
considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also within  
a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on  
envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When  
selecting envelopes, consider the following components:  
Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed  
90 g/m2 (24 lb) or jamming may occur.  
Construction: Prior to printing, envelopes should lie flat with  
less than 6 mm (0.25 in.) curl, and should not contain air.  
Condition: Envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or  
otherwise damaged.  
Temperature: You should use envelopes that are compatible  
with the heat and pressure of the printer.  
Size: You should only use envelopes larger than 100 X 148  
mm (3.97 X 5.83 in.).  
No te s :  
Use only the Manual Tray to print envelopes.  
You may experience some paper jams when using any  
media with a length less than 148 mm (5.83 in.). This may be  
caused by paper that has been affected by environmental  
conditions. For optimum performance, make sure you are  
storing and handling the paper correctly. Please refer to  
“Printer and Paper Storage Environment” on page A.6.  
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Paper Specifications  
Double side-seams construction has vertical seams at both ends  
of the envelope rather than diagonal seams. This style may be  
more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the way to  
the corner of the envelope as illustrated below.  
Envelopes with Double  
Side Seams  
Correct  
Incorrect  
Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one  
flap that folds over to seal must use adhesives compatible with  
the heat and pressure in the printer. The extra flaps and strips  
might cause wrinkling, creasing, or even jams and may even  
damage the fuser.  
Envelopes with  
Adhesive Strips or Flaps  
The following gives typical address margins for a commercial  
#10 or DL envelope.  
Envelope Margins  
Type of Address  
Return address  
Delivery address  
Maximum  
15 mm (0.6 in.)  
89 mm (3.5 in.)  
Minimum  
15 mm (0.6 in.)  
51 mm (2 in.)  
No te s :  
For best print quality, position margins no closer than 15 mm  
(0.6 in.) from the edges of the envelope.  
Avoid printing over the area where the envelopes seams  
meet.  
Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to print quality.  
Envelopes should be stored flat. If air is trapped in an envelope,  
creating an air bubble, then the envelope may wrinkle during  
printing. See “Printing on Envelopes” on page 4.9.  
Envelope Storage  
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Paper Specifications  
Labels  
CAUTIONS :  
To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels  
recommended for laser printers.  
To prevent serious jams, always use the Manual Tray to  
print labels and always use the rear output tray.  
• Never print on the same sheet of labels more than once and  
never print on a partial sheet of labels.  
When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component:  
Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at  
200 °C (392 °F), the printer’s fusing temperature.  
Arrangement: Only use labels with no exposed backing  
between them. Labels can peel off sheets with spaces  
between the labels, causing serious jams.  
Curl: Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no more than  
16 mm (.61 in.) of curl in any direction.  
Condition: Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other  
indications of separation.  
See “Printing on Labels” on page 4.12.  
Transparencies  
Transparencies used in the printer must be able to withstand  
200 °C (392 °F), the printer’s fusing temperature.  
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the printer, use only  
transparencies recommended for use in laser printers.  
See “Printing on Transparencies” on page 4.13.  
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Using Your Printer with a USB Cable  
If you have a USB (Universal Serial Bus) port enabled on your computer, and if your  
computer is running Windows 98, you can connect your ML-6040 series printer to the  
USB chain of devices.  
No te : connecting the printer to the USB port of the computer requires a  
certified USB cable. You will need to buy the USB 1.0 compliant cable.  
Installing the Printer Software  
Make sure that both the printer and computer are turned ON.  
1
2
1. Connect printer with  
USB cable and  
install USB driver  
Insert the CD-ROM which came with your printer into the  
CD-ROM drive.  
Plug one end of the USB cable into the USB port on the printer.  
3
To PC  
Plug the other end into the USB port on the computer.  
4
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The Add New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears. Click  
Next.  
5
Check Search for the best driver for your device and click  
Next.  
6
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Using Your Printer with a USB Cable  
Check CD-ROM drive and click Browse, then choose x:\USB  
(where x is the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive).  
7
Click Next. The USB driver will be installed.  
8
Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the  
installation.  
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Using Your Printer with a USB Cable  
From the Start menu, select Settings, then select Printers.  
2. Set your PC printer  
port  
1
Select the Samsung ML-6040 Series printer icon in the  
Printers folder.  
2
Select Properties from the File menu.  
3
4
Click the Details tab. Select SSUSB: (ML-6040) in the  
Print to the following port box. Click OK. The setup is  
now completed.  
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Using Your Printer with a USB Cable  
Frequently Asked Questions About USB  
Q
What is USB?  
Universal Serial Bus (USB) makes it easy to connect devices to  
your computer without having to open your PC. USB uses a  
standard port and plug combination for connecting devices like  
printers, modems, scanners, and digital cameras. It also offers  
the benefit of being able to easily add, remove, and move  
devices.  
A
Because USB is a relatively new technology, we recommended  
using a parallel printing connection. However, USB is an option  
to customers who want to print from Windows 98, Macintosh  
using a USB cable. If your computer’s USB port is enabled and  
properly setup, you can connect your printer to it or to a chain  
of USB devices via a USB cable.  
How can I determine if my computer’s USB port is enabled?  
Q
In Windows 98, select Start Settings Control Panel.  
Double-click the System icon.  
1
1
A
2
3
4
Click the Device Manager tab.  
Click the plus (+) icon before the Universal Serial Bus  
Controller item.  
If you see a USB host controller and a USB root hub listed, USB  
is properly enabled. If you have multiple hubs on the USB chain,  
try connecting your printer to a different hub or to another USB  
device. Also, make sure the cable connections are firm. (USB  
hubs are hardware devices into which you can plug multiple USB  
cables.)  
If you do not see these devices listed, refer to your computer’s  
documentation or contact the manufacturer for more  
information on enabling and setting up USB. Remember, you can  
always use a parallel cable to connect your printer’s parallel port  
to your computer. (If you decide to switch to a parallel cable  
connection, you may need to remove and reinstall the printer  
software. )  
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Using Your Printer with a USB Cable  
Can other users on my USB chain print to my ML-6040 printer?  
Q
Yes. Windows 98 allows you to “share” your printer using  
software settings on your computer. After others on the USB  
chain have installed the printer software for your specific printer,  
they can print to your shared printer.  
A
Q
After I install my printer, why isn’t my ML-6040 printer assigned to  
an LPT printer port in the Print dialog box of my software  
application?  
USB uses a different naming convention for USB devices. After  
the printer has been installed, you see SSUSB:(your printer  
name) instead of LPT.  
A
A
How can I increase printing speed and quality?  
Q
When operated on a USB chain, your printer may become  
A
A
slower if other USB devices are being used while you’re printing.  
For optimal print performance, avoid using other devices in the  
USB chain while printing.  
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Using Your Printer with Macintosh  
Your printer supports Macintosh systems with a built-in USB  
interface. When you print a file from Macintosh, you can use the  
PCL driver to support your printer’s major printing features.  
System Requirements  
To use your ML-6040 printer and its software with a Macintosh,  
your system should have:  
Macintosh Hardware Requirement:  
• One of the following Macintosh models:  
-Power Macintosh series (for network connection only)  
-Power Macintosh G3, G4  
-iMac series  
-iBook series, PowerBook series  
• USB interface  
Macintosh System Requirement:  
System 8.6 or later  
Installing Software for Macintosh  
You can connect the printer to your Macintosh using the USB  
interface.  
Connecting to  
Macintosh  
USB cable is not provided in your printer. Purchase a certified  
USB 1.0 compliant cable.  
Turn off the printer and computer.  
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Using Your Printer with Macintosh  
Hold the USB cable so the  
your printer’s USB connector.  
icon faces up and connect it to  
2
Connect the other end of the cable to an available USB port  
on your Macintosh computer. If you have any connecting  
problems, please refer to your computer documentation.  
3
No te : If you are using a USB hub, connect the printers cable to  
the first tier of the hub or the printer may malfunction. If  
the printer doesnt work with the hub, connect it directly  
to the USB port.  
Turn on your computer and printer.  
1
2
Installing Software  
Insert the CD-ROM which came with your printer into the CD-  
ROM drive.  
Double-click Samsung ML-6040 on your Macintosh desktop.  
Select the correct language, then click Continue.  
Click Install.  
3
4
5
6
After installation is complete, click Quit.  
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Using Your Printer with Macintosh  
From the Apple menu, select Chooser.  
1
2
Choosing PCL Driver  
From the left pane of the Chooser window, click SAMSUNG  
PCL. Then the Samsung PCL driver name will appear in the  
right pane of the Chooser window.  
Click the Samsung PCL driver, and close the Chooser window.  
3
4
You see the message box indicating that you have changed  
your current printer. Click OK.  
A Samsung PCL printer icon will be created on your desktop.  
5
Printing from a Macintosh  
When you print with a Macintosh, you need to check the printer  
software setting in each application you use. Follow these steps  
to print from a Macintosh:  
Open a Macintosh application and select a file you want to  
print.  
1
Open the File menu, and click Page Setup (Document  
Setup in some applications). You will see the Page Setup  
2
dialog box.  
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Choose your paper size, orientation, paper type and other  
options and click OK.  
3
Choose Watermark if you want to add a watermark to each  
page in your document to emphasize its purpose or indicate  
how it should be handled. For details on the watermark  
option, see page 5.21.  
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Using Your Printer with Macintosh  
Now open the File menu and click Print. You see the main  
printer settings dialog box.  
4
5
Choose the number of copies and indicate which pages you  
want to print. For advanced printing features, select the  
desired option. For details, see page A.21.  
Select the desired option for  
advanced printing features.  
Click Print when you are finished checking your settings.  
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Advanced Printing  
The Page Setup dialog box contains five categories of page  
setup properties. Listed below is the name of each property.  
-Darkness/Quality  
-Layout  
-Color  
-Background Printing  
-Paper Source  
Figures below display each property in the Page Setup dialog  
box.  
Darkness/ Quality  
Select print  
darkness.  
Select print  
resolution.  
Layout  
Select the number of pages  
you want to print on one  
sheet of paper. The pages  
will appear decreased in size  
and arranged on the sheet.  
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Color  
Select grayscale  
mode.  
"
Grayscale  
"
Black&White  
Background Printing  
Select a priority for your print job in  
the queue of jobs waiting to print,  
by clicking one of the following:  
Normal to print in the order the  
job is received.  
Urgent to print before any  
Normal priority job.  
Turns background  
printing on or off.  
Print at: to print at the specific  
time you enter in the day and  
time in the fields to the right.  
Put document on hold to hold  
the print job in the print queue  
until you are ready to release it.  
Paper Source  
Select the corresponding paper  
source. If Auto Select is set, the  
printer automatically selects the  
print media according to the  
following order: Manual Tray, Auto  
Tray.  
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Linux Driver Installation  
This Linux driver is designed for the Samsung ML-6040  
Series printer and supports Linux Red Hat 6.0 or higher and  
Intel Linux. If your Linux version is not included, this driver  
might not work properly.  
Install Setup Script file configuration  
a. /cdrom/linux/install/install.sh  
b. /cdrom/linux/install/ssprt.db  
c. /cdrom/linux/install/readme.txt  
Installation  
To install the driver, open the x terminal screen and take the  
following steps:  
No te : To mount the CD-ROM drive, you must be a super user  
or must be authorized to mount the CD-ROM by the super  
user. If you fail to mount the CD-ROM drive, ask the system  
administrator.  
1. Mount the CD-ROM  
drive.  
To mount the CD-ROM drive:  
Insert the Samsung ML-6040 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM  
drive.  
1
Mount the CD-ROM drive under a directory like /mnt in  
order to access the files on the CD-ROM:  
2
>mount -t iso9660 /dev/cdrom /mnt/cdrom  
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Linux Driver Installation  
For details on installing the setup script, refer to the  
/cdrom/linux/readme.txt file.  
2. Install setup script.  
Add the driver to the printer list by typing in:  
/cdrom/linux>install.sh (or)  
/cdrom/linux>install.sh (if the path of the current  
working directory is not determined.)  
To set up:  
3. Set up the printer filter.  
Run printtool at x terminal.  
1
To add the printer driver, click the Add button.  
2
In the Add a Printer Entry window, decide the printer  
type you will use. Select Local Printer if you have a PC-  
3
connected printer.  
Click the OK button.  
4
If the Info button appears, ignore it, then click the OK  
button.  
5
The Edit xxxx Entry window opens (where xxxx is the  
printer type you have selected at step 3).  
6
If you are not an advanced user, do not change the  
Names/Spool Directory/File Limit in Kb/Printer  
Device option.  
Click the Select button in the Input Filter to access  
filter setup.  
7
Select Samsung Printer PCL 5e Compatible for the  
Printer Type item. Then select the default resolution and  
paper size.  
8
To save the setting, press the OK button.  
9
In the Edit xxxx Entry window, press the OK button to  
complete the printer driver installation.  
10  
You can find that the printer driver is added to the  
driver window. Select Quit from the PrintTool menu.  
11  
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INDEX  
diskette, make, install software  
driver  
2.15  
Numeric  
access  
in Macintosh  
install 2.9  
Linux driver  
5.1  
2-sided printing  
5.7  
A.16  
A.23  
remove  
USB driver  
2.12  
A.10  
A
auto tray, loading  
2.4  
E
B
envelopes, print  
error messages  
4.9  
7.19  
booklet printing  
5.13  
5.5  
F
C
face-down tray  
face-up tray  
4.4  
cancel, print job  
Cancel/Reprint button  
cardstock, print  
clean, printer  
cleaning sheet  
components  
4.4  
3.1  
features  
1.1  
4.15  
6.4  
6.5  
1.3  
fitting to a selected paper size  
5.12  
configuration page, print  
control panel  
2.8  
G
buttons  
lights  
custom-sized media, print  
3.1  
3.3  
graphic mode  
graphic properties  
5.19  
5.18  
4.11  
4.15  
H
D
heavy paper, print  
darkness, setting  
5.20  
2.8  
Data light  
3.3  
Demo button  
3.2  
demo page, print  
I
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I
N
install  
network printing  
n-up printing  
5.28  
5.10  
Linux driver  
A.23  
printer software, parallel cable  
printer software, USB cable  
2.9  
A.10  
software from diskette  
toner cartridge 2.2  
2.15  
O
orientation  
5.3  
output tray, select  
4.4  
rear  
top  
overlay, print  
4.4  
4.4  
J
5.24  
jam  
see paper jam  
P
L
paper  
labels, print  
4.12  
acceptable size and capacities  
4.2, A.3  
last page, printing  
letterhead, print  
5.30  
4.14  
choose  
guidelines  
4.1  
4.3, A.4  
Linux driver  
load, paper  
A.23  
load  
specifications  
storage environment  
2.4, 4.6  
A.2  
in the auto tray  
2.4  
A.6  
using the manual tray  
4.7  
paper jam, clear  
input area  
7.6  
7.9  
inside the printer  
output area 7.6  
tips for avoiding paper jams  
paper level indicator 4.6  
Paper light 3.4  
paper orientation, setting  
7.10  
7.12  
M
Macintosh  
5.3  
installing software  
A.16  
paper out, indicator  
paper source, setting  
paper tray  
7.19  
5.3  
printing  
system requirements  
manual duplexing 5.7  
Manual light  
manual tray  
loading paper  
A.18  
A.16  
change paper size in tray  
load paper 2.4  
2.5  
3.4  
paper type, setting  
parallel, connection  
5.3  
2.7  
4.7  
paper source setting  
multiple pages on one sheet, print  
5.3  
poster, print  
5.16  
5.10  
power, connection  
2.7  
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quality problems, solving  
7.13  
P
(continued)  
reprinting last page  
scaling document  
using page overlay  
5.30  
5.11  
5.24  
power save mode  
print media  
print quality problem, solving  
5.20  
see paper  
watermarks  
5.21  
problem, solving  
common windows problems  
error messages 7.19  
7.21  
back of printouts dirty  
background scatter  
black pages  
character voids  
checklist  
7.17  
7.16  
7.17  
7.18  
general  
7.2  
7.6  
7.13  
Troubleshooting checklist  
paper jam  
print quality  
7.13  
7.17  
7.14  
7.1  
curl or wave  
dropouts  
gray background  
horizontal stripes  
light or faded print  
7.15  
7.18  
7.13  
loose toner  
misformed characters  
page skew 7.16  
Repetitive vertical defects  
7.18  
Q
7.16  
7.15  
quality, problems  
7.13  
toner smear  
toner specks  
vertical lines  
7.15  
7.14  
7.14  
R
wrinkles or creases  
printer light patterns  
printer driver  
printer software, install  
printing  
7.17  
7.19  
read mode  
3.3  
see driver  
rear output tray  
reprint, last page  
reprint when jam  
4.4  
5.30  
5.20  
2.9  
booklets  
cancel  
5.15  
5.5  
resolution  
5.18  
cleaning sheet  
configuration page  
demo page 2.8  
fitting to a selected paper size  
from Macintosh A.18  
6.5  
2.8  
5.12  
S
from Windows application  
general problems, solving  
5.1  
7.2  
scaling document  
5.11  
setup printer  
specifications  
chapter 2  
help  
multiple pages on one sheet  
on a network 5.28  
on both sides of the paper  
poster 5.16  
5.5  
5.10  
5.7  
paper  
printer  
SRT mode  
system error  
A.2  
A.1  
5.19  
7.20  
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T
toner cartridge  
cleaning sheet  
6.5  
6.1  
install  
life expectancy  
recycle 6.1  
redistribute toner  
2.2  
6.2  
save toner  
storage  
5.6  
6.1  
Toner Save button  
top output tray  
transparency, print  
troubleshooting  
3.2. 5.6  
4.13  
4.4  
see problem, solving  
U
uninstall, driver  
2.12  
unpacking  
USB cable  
2.1  
A.10  
W
watermark, print  
5.21  
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