CLP-320 Series Color Laser Printer User’s Guide imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product.
copyright © 2010 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. This user’s guide is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages, arising from or related to use of this user’s guide. • • • • Samsung and the Samsung logo are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
safety information These warnings and precautions are included to prevent injury to you and others, and to prevent any potential damage to your machine. Be sure to read and understand all of these instructions before using the machine. Use common sense for operating any electrical appliance and whenever using your machine. Also, follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine and in the accompanying literature. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
If the machine gets overheated, it releases smoke, makes strange noises, or generates an odd odor, immediately turn off the power switch and unplug the machine. Ź This could result in electric shock or fire. Caution During an electrical storm or for a period of non-operation, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet. Ź This could result in electric shock or fire. If the plug does not easily enter the electrical outlet, do not attempt to force it in.
INSTALLATION / MOVING Warning Do not place the machine in an area with dust, humidity or water leaks. Ź This could result in electric shock or fire. Caution Before moving the machine, turn the power off and disconnect all cords. Then lift the machine: • If the machine weighs under 20 kg (44.09lb), lift with 1 person. • If the machine weighs 20 kg (44.09lb) - 40kg (88.18lb), lift with 2 people. • If the machine weighs more than 40 kg (88.18lb), lift with 4 or more people.
When you are working inside the machine replacing supplies or cleaning the inside, do not operate the machine. Ź You could get injured. Keep the power cable and the contact surface of the plug clean from dust or water. Ź Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire. Do not disassemble, repair or rebuild the machine by yourself. Ź It can damage the machine. Call a certified technician when the machine needs repair.
regulatory information This machine is designed for a normal work environment and certified with several regulatory statements. 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 60825-1:1993 + A1:1997 + A2:2001. Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous.
RECYCLING Recycle or dispose of the packaging material for this product in an environmentally responsible manner. CHINA ONLY CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT (WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g.
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.
REPLACING THE FITTED PLUG (FOR UK ONLY) Important The mains lead for this machine is fitted with a standard (BS 1363) 13 amp plug and has a 13 amp fuse. When you change or examine the fuse, you must re-fit the correct 13 amp fuse. You then need to replace the fuse cover. If you have lost the fuse cover, do not use the plug until you have another fuse cover. Contact the people from you purchased the machine. The 13 amp plug is the most widely used type in the UK and should be suitable.
EC Certification Certification to 1999/5/EC Radio Equipment & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (FAX) This Samsung product has been self-certified by Samsung for pan-European single terminal connection to the analogue public switched telephone network (PSTN) in accordance with Directive 1999/5/EC. The product has been designed to work with the national PSTNs and compatible PBXs of the European countries: In the event of problems, you should contact the Euro QA Lab of Samsung Electronics Co.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS Wireless Guidance Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your printer system. The following section is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific countries are listed in the specific country sections (or country group sections).
OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/)". THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE OpenSSL PROJECT "AS IS'' AND ANY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
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about this user’s guide This user’s guide provides information about basic understanding of the machine as well as detailed explanation on each step during actual usage. It is a valuable resource for both novice and professional users for the proper installation and use of the machine. • • • • • Read the safety information before using the machine. If you have a problem using the machine, refer to the troubleshooting chapter (See "Troubleshooting" on page 72).
FINDING MORE INFORMATION You can find information about setting up and using your machine in the following resources, either as a print-out or on screen. MATERIAL NAME DESCRIPTION Quick Installation Guide This guide provides information on setting up your machine. This guide is provided in the box with the printer.
features of your new product Your new machine is equipped with a number of special features that improve the quality of the documents you print. SPECIAL FEATURES Print with excellent quality and speed Print in various environments • • • • You can print in a full range of colors using cyan, magenta, yellow and black. You can print with a resolution of up to 2400 x 600 dpi effective output.
FEATURES BY MODELS The machines are designed to support all of your document needs from printing to more advanced networking solutions for your business. Features by models include: FEATURES Hi-Speed USB 2.0 CLP-320(K) CLP-321 CLP-325(K) CLP-326 CLP-320N(K) CLP-321N CLP-325W(K) Ɣ Ɣ Ɣ Ɣ Network Interface Ethernet 10/100 BaseTX wired LAN Network Interface 802.11 b/g/n wireless LAN Duplex (2-sided) printing (Manual) Ɣ Ɣ a Ɣ Ɣ Ɣ a.
introduction 1. This chapter gives you an overview of your machine. This chapter includes: • • Machine overview Control panel overview • Understanding the control panel MACHINE OVERVIEW Front view 1 2 3 1 8 7 4 6 9 10 5 This illustration may differ from your machine depending on its model.
Rear view 1 5 2 4 3 This illustration may differ from your machine depending on its model. 1 Rear cover release button 4 USB port 2 Rear cover 5 Network porta 3 Power receptacle a. CLP-320N(K)/CLP-321N only.
CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW This illustration may differ from your machine depending on its model. 5 1 1 2 2 3 6 3 4 5 4 [1] CLP-320(K)/CLP-321/CLP-325(K)/ CLP-326/CLP-320N(K)/CLP-321N 1 Toner colors Shows the status of each toner cartridge (See "Status/ Toner colors LEDs" on page 22). 2 Power You can turn the power on and off with this button (See "Power button" on page 23). 3 Cancel Stops an operation at any time and there are more functions (See "Cancel button" on page 23).
UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL PANEL LED TONER COLORS LED STATUS Status/ Toner colors LEDs The color of the LEDs indicates the machine's current status. LED STATUS TONER COLORS LED All LEDs off Online/E Off rror Solid green All LEDs off ) ( Blinks red DESCRIPTION Correspondi • ng LED is solid red The machine is off-line. • The machine is on-line and can receive data from a computer.
Power button FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Printing the active window Press this button and the green LED will start blinking. When the green LED stops blinking, release the button. Printing the whole monitor screen Press this button and the green LED will start blinking. Release the button while it’s blinking. • • • • The page will be printed on the default page like A4 or Letter. You can only use this function with a USB-connected machine.
getting started 2. This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the USB connected machine and software. This chapter includes: • • • • • • Setting up the hardware Printing a demo page Supplied software SETTING UP THE HARDWARE System requirements Installing USB connected machine’s driver Sharing your machine locally affected. This section shows the steps to set up the hardware as is explained in the Quick Installation Guide.
OS Windows • • • • Macintosh • • • • Linux REQUIREMENT (RECOMMENDED) CONTENTS • • • • Printer driver: Use this driver to take full advantage of your machine’s features. Smart Panel: This program allows you to monitor the machine’s status and alerts you when an error occurs during printing. Printer Settings Utility: This program allows you to set up printer’s other options from your computer. SetIP: Use this program to set your machine’s TCP/IP addresses.
Linux 3. Select Install now. ITEM REQUIREMENT (RECOMMENDED) Operating system RedHat® Enterprise Linux WS 4, 5 (32/64 bit) Fedora Core 2~10 (32/64 bit) SuSE Linux 9.1 (32 bit) OpenSuSE® 9.2, 9.3, 10.0, 10.1, 10.2S 10.3, 11.0SG 11.1 (32/64 bit) Mandrake 10.0, 10.1 (32/64 bit) Mandriva 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 (32/64 bit) Ubuntu 6.06, 6.10, 7.04, 7.10, 8.04S 8.10 (32/64 bit) SuSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 9, 10 (32/64 bit) Debian 3.1, 4.0, 5.0 (32/64 bit) CPU Pentium® IV 2.
window will appear. If your machine is not connected yet to the computer, click How to connect?. How to connect? gives detailed information about how to connect the machine. Follow the instructions in the window. 9. Click Finish. If the printer driver does not work properly, follow the steps below to repair or reinstall the driver. a) Make sure that the machine is connected to your machine and powered on.
Installing the SmartPanel 17. Click Add. If the printer driver does not work properly, uninstall the driver and reinstall it. Follow steps below to uninstall the driver for Macintosh. a) Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. b) Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive. c) Double-click CD-ROM icon that appears on your Macintosh desktop. d) Double-click the MAC_Installer folder. e) Double-click the Installer OS X icon. f) Enter the password and click OK.
If the Host computer is directly connected to the machine with a USB cable and is also connected to the local network environment, the client computer connected to the local network can use the shared machine through the host computer to print. 1 1 2 2 Host computer A computer which is directly connected to the machine by USB cable. Client computers Computers which use the machine shared through the host computer. 7. Open the file you want to print and start printing.
network setup (clp-320n(k)/clp-321n/clp-325w(k) only) 3. This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the network connected machine and software. This chapter includes: • • Network environment Introducing useful network programs • • Using a wired network Installing network connected machine’s driver NETWORK ENVIRONMENT • You need to set up the network protocols on the machine to use it as your network machine.
Setting IP address Firstly, you have to set up an IP address for network printing and managements. In most cases a new IP address will be automatically assigned by a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server located on the network. In a few situations the IP address must be set manually. This is called a static IP and is often required in corporate Intranets for security reasons.
For example, 00:15:99:29:51:A8 becomes 0015992951A8. IP Address: Enter a new IP address for your printer. For example, if your computer’s IP address is 192.168.1.150, enter 192.168.1.X. (X is number between 1 and 254 other than the computer’s address.) • Subnet Mask: Enter a Subnet Mask. • Default Gateway: Enter a Default Gateway. 6. Select Apply, then OK, and OK again. The printer will automatically print the configuration report. Confirm that all the settings are correct. Quit Safari.
A log-in page appears. 4. Type in the ID and Password then click Login. If it’s your first time logging into SyncThru™ Web Service, type in the below default ID and password. • ID: admin • Password: sec00000 5. When the SyncThru™ Web Service window opens, click Settings > Network Settings > Restore Default. 6. Click Clear for network. 7. Turn off and restart machine to apply settings.
Turn off the firewall and Search again. For Window operating system, click Start > Control Panel > Windows Firewall, and inactivate this option. For other operating system, refer to its on-line guide. - Turn off the firewall from the third party's program beside the operating system. Refer to the manual provided by individual programs. • Direct Input The Direct Input allows you to search a specific machine on the network. - Search by IP address: Enter the IP address or the host name. Then click Next.
f) g) h) i) j) Enter the password and click OK. The Samsung Installer window opens. Click Continue. Select Uninstall and click Uninstall. When the message which warns that all applications will close on your computer appears, Click Continue. When the uninstall is done, click Quit. Linux Install Linux Driver 1. Make sure that the machine is connected to your network and powered on. Also, your machine’s IP address should have been set. 2.
wireless network setup (clp-325w(k) only) 4. This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the wireless network connected machine and software. This chapter includes: • • • Using a wireless network with WPS button on the control panel Using a wireless network from the computer Setting a wireless network with USB cable For more information about the network environmentS network programs, and installing network connected machine’s driver, refer to the following chapters.
1. Press and hold the WPS ڃ ٻڄbutton on the control panel for more than two seconds. • The report including PIN number is automatically printed out. Disconnecting a wireless network connection To disconnect the wireless network connection, press the WPS ( ) button on the control panel again. • When the Wi-Fi Network is in idle mode: The machine is immediately disconnected from the wireless network, and the wireless LED is off.
Creating the infrastructure network in Windows Infrastructure mode This is an environment generally used for homes and SOHOs. This mode uses an access point to communicate with the wireless machine. • See "Installing the machine on a wireless network with an access point (Windows)" on page 38. • See "Installing the machine on a wireless network with an access point (Macintosh)" on page 41. Ad-Hoc mode This mode does not use an access point. The wireless computer and wireless machine communicates directly.
• • • • • Authentication: Select an authentication type. Open System: Authentication is not used, and encryption may or may not be used, depending on the need for data security. Shared Key: Authentication is used. A device that has a proper WEP key can access the network. WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal: Select this option to authenticate the print server based on WPA Pre-Shared Key.
4. Select the Wireless Setting and Installation option. select the appropriate WEP Key Index. The wireless network security window appears when the ad-hoc network has security setting. The wireless network security window appears. Select Open System or Shared Key for the authentication and click Next. • WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a security protocol preventing unauthorized access to your wireless network.
11. Click Next when the Confirm Printer Connection window appears. 12. Select the components to be installed. Click Next. After selecting the components, you can also change the machine name, set the machine to be shared on the network, set the machine as the default machine, and change the port name of each machine. Click Next. 13. After the installation is finished, a window asking you to print a test page appears. If you want to print a test page, click Print a test page.
- IP address: 169.254.133. 43 (Use computer’s IP address, with changed last three digits.) - Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0 (Use the computer’s subnet mask.) - Gateway: 169.254.133.1 (Change the last three digits from IP address of your machine to 1.) 17. The wireless network is connecting according to the network configuration. 18. When the wireless network setting is completed, disconnect the USB cable between the computer and machine. 19. After the installation is finished, click Quit.
- IP address: 169.254.133. 43 (Use computer’s IP address, with changed last three digits.) - Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0 (Use the computer’s subnet mask.) - Gateway: 169.254.133.1 (Change the last three digits from IP address of your machine to 1.) 16. The wireless network is connecting according to the network configuration. 17. When the wireless network setting is completed, disconnect the USB cable between the computer and machine. 18. After the installation is finished, click Quit.
6. Click Wireless > Wizard. 3. Click the Firewall menu. 4. Turn firewall off. Wizard will help you setup the wireless network configuration. However, if you want to set the wireless network directly, select Custom. The following instructions may vary for your model. 1. Connect your machine to the network with a network cable. 2. Insert the Installation CD-ROM, and open the disk window, select MAC_Installer > MAC_Printer > SetIP > SetIPApplet.html. 3.
• access point and try connecting again. Your access point is not turned on. Turn on your access point. Connecting Failure - Invalid Security • • You configured security incorrectly. Check the configured security on your access point and machine. Connecting Failure - General Connection Error • Your computer is not receiving a signal form your machine. Check the USB cable and your machine power. Connecting Failure - Connected Wired Network • Your machine is connected with wired network cable.
basic setup 5. After installation is complete, you may want to set the machine’s default settings. Refer to the next section if you would like to set or change values. This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine. This chapter includes: • • Altitude adjustment Setting the default tray and paper • • ALTITUDE ADJUSTMENT From your computer The print quality is affected by atmospheric pressure, which is determined by the height of the machine above sea level.
1. Double-click the Smart Panel icon on the Windows task bar (or Notification Area in Linux). You can also click Smart Panel on the status bar in Mac OS X (See "Using the Smart Panel program" on page 66). Or, if you are a Windows user, you can launch it from the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Samsung Printers > your printer driver name > Smart Panel. 2. Click Printer Setting. 3. Click Setting > Power Save. Select the appropriate value from the drop-down list, and then click Apply.
media and tray 6. This chapter introduces you how to load originals and print media into your machine. This chapter includes: • • • • • • Selecting print media Changing the tray size Loading paper in the tray SELECTING PRINT MEDIA Printing on special media Setting the paper size and type Adjusting the output support Media sizes supported in each mode You can print on a variety of print media, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, and transparencies.
CHANGING THE TRAY SIZE To load different sizes of paper, such as Legal-sized paper, you need to adjust the paper guides to extend the paper tray. To change the tray size to other size, you must adjust the paper length/width guides properly. 4. Slide the paper length guide until it lightly touches the end of the paper stack. Squeeze the paper width guide and slide it to the edge of the paper stack without causing it to bend.
Do not use a paper with more than 6 mm (0.24 inch.) curl. 3. Squeeze the paper width guide and slide it to the edge of the lever. A 4 • R LT 5. Close the paper cover. 6. Slide the tray back into the machine until it clicks. 7. Set the paper type and size for the tray ("Setting the paper size and type" on page 54). If you experience problems with paper feeding, check whether the paper meets the media specifications.
6. Insert the tray back into the machine. 7. To print in application, open an application and start the print menu. 8. Open Printing Preferences (See "Opening printing preferences" on page 57). 9. Press the Paper tab in Printing Preferences and select an appropriate paper type, size and source. 10. Press OK. 11. Start printing in application. If you experience problems with paper feeding, check whether the paper meets the media specification.
9. Select Manual Feeder in paper source, then press OK. 10. Start printing in application. guide. If you are printing multiple pages, load the next sheet after the first page prints out, and press the (cancel button). Repeat this step for every page to be printed. PRINTING ON SPECIAL MEDIA If the paper that you need to print is shorter than length 222 mm (8.74 inches), press and unlatch the guide lock in the tray, push the tray in manually. Adjust the paper length guide and paper width guide.
• • Glossy Photo: 111 to 220 g/m2 (30 to 58 lbs bond) glossy photo paper. Matte Photo: 111 to 220 g/m2 (30 to 58 lbs bond) matte photo paper. Envelopes Transparencies To avoid damaging the machine, use only transparencies designed for laser printers. Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. To print an envelope, place it flap side down with the stamp area on the top left side.
• • cause paper jams. Exposed adhesive can also cause damage to machine components. Do not run a sheet of labels through the machine more than once. The adhesive backing is designed for only a single pass through the machine. Do not use labels that are separating from the backing sheet or are wrinkled, bubbled, or otherwise damaged. Card stock/Custom-sized paper During the fusing process, wet ink can come off recycled paper, reducing print quality.
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printing 7. This chapter explains common printing tasks. This chapter includes: • • • • • • • • • • • Introducing useful software program Printer driver features Basic printing Opening printing preferences Using help Using special print features Changing the default print settings Setting your machine as a default machine Printing to a file (PRN) Macintosh printing Linux printing Printer driver The procedures in this chapter are mainly based on Windows XP.
OPENING PRINTING PREFERENCES 1. Open the document you want to print. 2. Select Print from the File menu. The Print window appears. 3. Select your machine from the Select Printer list. You can preview the settings you selected on the upper right of the Printing Preferences. 1. Open the document you want to print. 2. Select Print from the File menu. The Print window appears. 3. Select your machine from the Select Printer. 4. Click Properties or Preferences.
3. Click Add. When you save Presets, all current driver settings are saved. If you click Add, the Add button changes to the Update button. Select more options and click Update, settings will be added to the Presets you made. To use a saved setting, select it from the Presets drop-down list. The machine is now set to print according to the setting you selected. To delete saved settings, select it from the Presets drop-down list and click Delete.
5. After printing, fold and staple the pages. Fitting your document to a selected paper size Printing on both sides of the paper (Manual) This feature allows you to scale your print job to any selected paper size regardless of the document size. This can be useful when you want to check fine details on a small document. You can print on both sides of a paper (duplex). Before printing, decide how you want your document oriented.
6. When you have finished, click OK or Print until you exit the Print window. To stop printing the watermark, select None from the Watermark drop-down list. 8. The file is not printed. Instead, it is stored on your computer hard disk drive. Editing a watermark Using a page overlay 1. To change the print settings from your software application, access Printing Preferences (See "Opening printing preferences" on page 57). 2. Click the Advanced tab, select Edit... from the Watermark drop-down list.
