Page 1: The Printer
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Page 2 Model V505 June 2008 SRV F806C Rev. A00...
Page 3: Finding Information
NOTE: Your User's Guide is located on the Drivers and Utilities How to set up and configure the internal wireless CD or on the Web at support.dell.com. adapter How to care for and maintain my printer How to troubleshoot and solve problems Drivers and Utilities CD Software and Drivers—Certified drivers for my...
Page 4 NOTE: If you purchased your Dell computer and printer at the same time, documentation and drivers for your printer are already installed on your computer. Service Tag and Express Code Stickers How to identify your printer when you use support.dell.com or contact support These labels are located on your printer.
Page 5: Understanding The Software
Album Starter Edition– Allows you to view, manage, and edit photos stored on your computer. Dell Toolbar– Allows you to print black or text-only Windows documents to save ink, and scan photos and edit scanned text. Using the Dell Imaging Toolbox The Dell Imaging Toolbox allows you to: Scan, copy, fax, and use a variety of tools for your printing needs.
Page 6 Click Dell V505. ® In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. The Dell Imaging Toolbox Home screen has the following sections:...
Page 7: Using Printing Preferences
Send a fax, view and edit phonebook and cover pages, print fax activity reports, and customize fax settings. For more information, click the Help icon in the Dell Imaging Toolbox. Using Printing Preferences You can change your printer settings in Printing Preferences depending on the type of project you want to create.
Page 8 Automatic Image Sharpening — Automatically select the best image-sharpening level based on image content. Dell Customer Experience Improvement Program — Allows you to access information about, and change your status in, the Dell Customer Experience Improvement Program. More Options — Allows you to specify Appearance Mode and Complete-A-Print settings. You can also...
Page 9 To access the Dell Fax Solutions Software: 1. In Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Click Dell Fax Solutions.
Page 10: From The Start Menu
The Dell Fax Solutions Software dialog box opens. Using the Dell Service Center The Dell Service Center is a diagnostic tool that provides step-by-step troubleshooting help with problems encountered while using the printer. It also contains links to printer maintenance tasks and customer support.
Page 11 selecting Complete-A-Print before clicking the Continue Printing button. If you select Complete-A-Print and click Continue Printing, Process Black is used for all black printing until the black cartridge is replaced, or the option is cleared from More Options, located on the Advanced tab of the Printing Preferences. The Reserve Tank dialog does not display again until after the low ink cartridge has been replaced.
Page 12: Installing The Optional Xps Driver
Installing the Optional XPS Driver The XML Paper Specification (XPS) driver is an optional printer driver designed to make use of the advanced XPS color and graphics features that are only available for Windows Vista users. In order to use XPS features, you must install the XPS driver as an additional driver after you install your printer.
Page 13 c. Double-click the folder that has your printer model number, and then double-click Drivers. d. Double-click xps, and then click Open. e. From the Install From Disk dialog box, click OK. 6. Click Next on the following two dialog boxes. For more information on the XPS driver, see the XPS readme file on the Drivers and Utilities CD.
Page 14: About Your Printer
About Your Printer Understanding the Printer Parts Understanding the Operator Panel You can use your printer to do a variety of things. A few important things to note: If the printer is connected to a computer, you can use either the printer operator panel or the printer software to produce quality documents.
Page 15 NOTE: The Express Service Code is not available in all countries. Supplies Reorder To order ink cartridges or paper, visit www.dell.com/supplies. Label Scanner glass Surface on which you place your document or photo face down to copy, scan, or fax...
Page 16: Understanding The Operator Panel
Internal Network Adapter 1150 Back Cover that you have to remove to install the Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150. cover Understanding the Operator Panel Number Use the: Display View scanning, copying, faxing, and printing options as well as status and error messages.
Page 17 Blue indicates that the printer is connected to a wireless network. Error LED Check if there is an error. Keypad Enter numerical data or text. Pause Insert a three-second pause in the number to be dialed to wait for an outside line or get button through an automated answering system.
Page 18: Wireless Networking
USB Cable (recommended for most users) NOTE: The Dell™ Internal Network Adapter 1150 may not be available in all regions. Check with your local Dell Sales Representative to determine availability. You can configure the adapter on a wireless network by:...
Page 19: Wireless Encryption
If you are using Hexadecimal characters, valid keys are 64 characters long. If you are using ASCII, valid keys are at least 8 characters long. Installing the Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150 Installing the Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150 1. Turn off your printer, and then unplug the power cable from the wall outlet.
Page 20 NOTICE: Wireless cards are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch a metal object before you touch the adapter. 3. Remove the Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150 from the packaging. Callout Item Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150 USB cable MAC address label Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150 Installation Guide 4.
Page 21 NOTICE: Failure to unplug the printer can cause damage to your printer and adapter. 2. Firmly grasp the Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150 by the side tabs, and then pull to remove. NOTICE: Your network adapter is easily damaged by static electricity. Touch a grounded metal object before you touch the adapter.
Page 22: Configuration Overview
In Windows Vista: 1. Click ® Programs. 2. Click Dell Printers. 3. Click Dell V505. 4. Click Wireless Setup Utility. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Click Wireless Setup Utility.
Page 23 The computer you are using is connected to the same wireless network where you want to set up the printer. 1. If you are using your printer with a new Dell computer: Connect the USB cable between the port on the back of the printer and the port on the back of the computer.
Page 24 The Configure Wireless screen appears. 6. From the Configure Wireless screen, click Next. 7. From the Check the Wi-Fi Indicator screen, select the color on the operator panel, and then click Next. 8. Connect the installation cable, and then click Next. 9.
Page 25 Using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN Method 1. If you are using your printer with a new Dell computer: Connect the USB cable between the port on the back of the printer and the port on the back of the computer. Go to step If you are using your printer with an existing computer: Go to the next step.
Page 26 9. On your printer operator panel, use the left or right arrow button to scroll to Setup, and then press the Select button 10. Use the left or right arrow button to scroll to Network Setup, and then press the Select button 11.
Page 27 Using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Push Button on the Router's Web Page 1. If you are using your printer with a new Dell computer: Connect the USB cable between the port on the back of the printer and the port on the back of the computer. Go to step If you are using your printer with an existing computer: Go to the next step.
Page 28 9. On your printer operator panel, use the left or right arrow button to scroll to Setup, and then press the Select button 10. Use the left or right arrow button to scroll to Network Setup, and then press the Select button 11.
Page 29 Using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Physical Push Button on the Router 1. If you are using your printer with a new Dell computer: Connect the USB cable between the port on the back of the printer and the port on the back of the computer. Go to step If you are using your printer with an existing computer: Go to the next step.
Page 30: Using Windows Vista
12. Press the Select button to continue. 13. Go to your router, and then press the push button on your router within two minutes. Wait for the configuration to complete. NOTE: Some routers may require less time or more time to configure. Refer to your router's manual to see the time required to push the router button before setup connection expires.
Page 31: Changing Dhcp Settings
5. Follow the instructions on your screen to change wireless settings. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Click Dell Wireless Setup Utility. 3. Follow the instructions on your screen to change wireless settings.
Page 32 The Wireless Setup Utility steps you through the configuration process. The wizard can automatically detect wireless network settings or allow you to manually enter the network configuration settings.
Page 33: Understanding The Operator Panel Menus
Understanding the Operator Panel Menus Copy Mode PictBridge Mode Scan Mode Bluetooth Mode Fax Mode Setup Mode Photo Mode Maintenance Mode Office File Mode Copy Mode Main Menu Mode Main Menu Copy Copy Color Copies Quality Dark Paper Setup 2-Sided Copies Zoom Repeat Image Collate...
Page 34 Copy Select color or black and white for your copy. Color *Color Black Copies Specify the number of copies you want to make from 1–99. Quality Select the quality of the copy. *Automatic Draft Normal Photo Dark Use the left and right Arrow buttons to adjust the brightness setting.
Page 35: Scan Mode
Collate Select whether copies are collated or not. *Off N-Up Select the number of pages to be copied on a sheet of paper. *1 Up 2 Up 4 Up Original Select the size of the original document you are copying. Size *Automatic 8.5x11”...
Page 36 Scan To Network Scan To Memory Device Quality Original Size To view or change the Scan Mode menu settings: 1. From the main menu, use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to SCAN. 2. Press the Select button 3.
Page 37: Fax Mode
2.25x3.25” 3x5” 3.5x5” 4x6” 4x8” 5x7” 8x10” Hagaki 60x80 mm 9x13 cm 10x15 cm 10x20 cm 13x18 cm 20x25 cm *Factory default setting/Current setting selected by user Fax Mode Main Menu Mode Main Menu Mode Submenu Mode Submenu Fax Color *Black and White Color Phone Book...
Page 38 Fax Forward Caller ID Pattern Manual Pickup Keycode Fax Printing Paper Setup Fit Fax to Page Fax Footer 2-Sided Fax Print Dialing and Sending Your Fax Number Your Fax Name Dial Method Redial Time Redial Attempts Dial Prefix Dial Volume Scan Max Send Speed Auto Fax Convert...
Page 39: Fax Setup Menu
unless you purchase a digital line filter. Contact your Internet Service Provider for more details. If you are sending a fax from within an application, the printer must be connected to a computer with a USB cable. From this You can: menu item: Fax Color Specify your fax to be color or black and white.
Page 40: Additional Fax Options
Reports Specify the type of report you would like to set print settings for. Activity Report Confirmation Print Reports For more information on any of the options listed under the Reports heading, see Additional Fax Options. Ringing and Set various ringing and answering features for your printer's fax settings. Answering Auto Answer Ringer Volume...
Page 41 From this You can: menu item: Activity Specify when you want a fax activity report to be printed. Report *On Request After 40 Faxes Confirmation Specify how often you want to print a fax confirmation. *On Error Print For All Print Specify which report or log you want to print.
Page 42 Paper Setup Select the size and type of the paper in the paper input tray. NOTE: Default setting for Paper Size varies based on country selected. Paper Size *8.5x11” 8.5x14” Hagaki 3x5” 4x6” 4x8” 5x7” 10x15 cm 10x20 cm 13x18 cm Paper Type *Auto Detect Plain...
Page 43 Dial Prefix Specify a number up to eight digits that will be added to the beginning of each number dialed. NOTE: A pause is automatically inserted after the prefix when dialing occurs. If no prefix is set: *None Create If a prefix is set: *Current None Dial Volume...
Page 44: Photo Mode
Block No-ID Turn fax blocking for faxes without caller ID on or off. *Off *Factory default settings/Current setting selected by user Photo Mode Photo Mode is available only when a memory card is inserted into the printer, or if a USB key or a PictBridge-enabled digital camera is connected to the PictBridge port.
Page 45 Network NOTE: If your printer is connected directly to the computer using a USB cable, pressing the Start button will launch the Dell Imaging Toolbox on your computer. Print Images Press the Start button to print all images stored on a memory card, USB key, or a PictBridge-enabled digital camera.
Page 46 Hagaki 3x5” 4x6” 4x8” 5x7” 10x15 cm 10x20 cm 13x18 cm Paper Type *Auto Detect Plain Heavy Weight Matte Photo Transparency Quality Set the quality of your photos. *Automatic Draft Normal Photo * Factory default setting/Current setting selected by user Office File Mode Office File mode is available only when a memory card or USB key containing documents is inserted into the printer or when the printer is connected to a configured internal network adapter.
Page 47: Pictbridge Mode
1. Ensure that the printer is connected to your computer, and is turned on. 2. Insert a memory card into the card slots or a USB key into the PictBridge port. NOTICE: Do not remove the memory card or USB key, or touch the printer near the area of the memory card or USB key while actively reading, writing, or printing from these devices.
Page 48 Hagaki 3x5” 4x6” 4x8” 5x7” 10 x 15 cm 10 x 20 cm 13 x 18 cm Paper Type *Auto Detect Plain Heavy Weight Matte Photo Transparency Photo Size Select the size of photos you want to print. Wallet 3.5X5” *4x6”...
Page 49: Bluetooth Mode
Transparency * Factory default setting/Current setting selected by user Bluetooth Mode Your printer automatically switches to Bluetooth mode when you insert a Bluetooth™ adapter (sold separately) into the PictBridge port. Main Menu Mode Main Menu Bluetooth Enable Discovery Printer Name Security Level Pass Key Clear Device List...
Page 50: Setup Mode
NOTE: Your printer stores a maximum of eight external Bluetooth-enabled devices. When the printer detects more than eight devices , the least used device is removed from the list. *Factory default settings/Current settings selected by user Setup Mode Main Menu Mode Main Menu Mode Submenu Mode Submenu...
Page 51: Setup Mode Menu
3. Use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to the available menu items, and then press the Select button to save your settings. Setup Mode Menu From this menu: You can: Paper Setup Select the size and type of the paper in the paper input tray. Paper Size *8.5x11”...
Page 52: Device Setup Menu
Device Setup Menu From this menu: You can: Language Specify your language options. Country Specify your country options. Date/Time Enter your current date and time. Host Fax Settings Specify if you want to allow the printer fax settings to be reconfigured from the Printer Setup Utility software.
Page 53: Tcp/Ip Menu
Push Button Automatic NOTE: The Wi-Fi Protected Setup menu is accessible only when the active connection is Wireless. Wireless Information View your wireless setup options. Network Name Wireless Signal Quality TCP/IP Menu Configure TCP/IP setup options. Enable DHCP If DHCP is disabled, these items appear on the display: Set IP Address Set IP Netmask Set IP Gateway...
Page 54: Maintenance Mode
NOTE: The IP netmask cannot be changed if DHCP is enabled. View IP Netmask appears on the display instead. Set IP Gateway Use the keypad to enter an IP Gateway. Press the Select button to save the settings. NOTE: The IP gateway cannot be changed if DHCP is enabled. View IP Gateway appears on the display instead.
Page 55: Peer-To-Peer Networking
Adding the Shared Printer on Other Network Computers Even without the Dell™ Internal Wireless Adapter 1150, your printer can still be shared with other users on the network. Connect the printer directly to a computer (the host computer) using the USB cable, and enable it to be shared across the network through peer-to-peer sharing.
Page 56 1. Click ® Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Printers. 4. Click Add a printer. 5. Click Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer. 6. To manually connect to the shared printer, click The printer I want isn’t listed. 7.
Page 57: Loading Paper
Loading Paper and Originals Loading Paper Understanding the Automatic Paper Type Sensor Loading Original Documents Loading Paper 1. Fan the paper. 2. Center the paper on the paper support. 3. Adjust the paper guides so they rest against the edges of the paper. NOTE: Do not pull on both paper guides simultaneously.
Page 58 100 sheets of heavyweight The print side of the paper faces up. matte paper The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. You select Automatic, Normal, or Photo print quality. NOTE: Draft mode is available, but is not recommended for use with expensive paper such as heavyweight matte, labels, photo cards and glossy paper.
Page 59: Understanding The Automatic Paper Type Sensor
25 greeting cards, index cards, The print side of the cards faces up. postcards, or photo cards The paper guides rest against the edges of the cards. You select Automatic, Normal, or Photo print quality. NOTE: Draft mode is available, but is not recommended for use with expensive paper such as heavyweight matte, labels, photo cards and glossy paper.
Page 60: Loading Original Documents
The Print dialog box opens. 2. Click Preferences, Properties, Options, or Setup (depending on the program or operating system). The Printing Preferences dialog box opens. 3. On the Print Setup tab, select the paper size. 4. Click OK. The automatic paper type sensor is always on, unless you turn it off. To turn off the automatic paper type sensor for a specific print job: 1.
Page 61: Loading Original Documents On The Scanner Glass
NOTE: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF. Place these items on the scanner glass. 2. Adjust the paper guide on the ADF against the edges of the paper. ADF Paper Capacity Load up to Make sure: 25 sheets of letter size paper...
Page 62 2. Place the document face down on the scanner glass. NOTE: Ensure that the upper left corner of the front of the item aligns with the arrow on the printer. 3. Close the top cover.
Page 63: Selecting A Language
Changing the Setup Settings Using the Printer Selecting a Language Selecting a Country Entering Time and Date Restoring Language to Factory Default Restoring Factory Default Settings Changing the Default Operator Panel Settings You can change the language, country and date settings of your printer using the operator panel. Selecting a Language NOTE: The printer is shipped with a disabled Hebrew language.
Page 64: Restoring Factory Default Settings
NOTE: The default country is United States. 4. Use the left and right Arrow button to scroll through the country list. 5. When the country you want appears on the display, press the Select button to save the setting. Entering Time and Date 1.
Page 65 2. From the operator panel, use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to SETUP, and then press the Select button 3. Use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to Defaults, and then press the Select button 4.
Page 66: Printing Documents
Printing Photos From a Computer NOTE: Dell recommends you use a color cartridge and a photo cartridge for printing photos. 1. Turn on your computer and printer, and make sure they are connected. 2. Load paper with the print side facing up.
Page 67 The Print dialog box opens. 4. Click Preferences, Properties, Options, or Setup (depending on the program or operating system). The Printing Preferences dialog box opens. 5. On the Print Setup tab, select Photo, and then select the dpi settings for the photo from the drop-down menu. NOTE: To print borderless photos, click the Borderless check box on the Print Setup tab, and then select the borderless paper size from the drop-down menu on the Advanced tab.
Page 68: Printing Envelopes
NOTE: If your digital camera has computer and printer (PTP) USB mode selections, use the printer (PTP) USB mode selection for PictBridge printing. For more information, see the documentation included with your camera. Printing Envelopes 1. Turn on your computer and printer, and ensure that they are connected. 2.
Page 69 For more information about the required software, see the documentation for your PDA. Before you call Dell customer support, see the section for information on setting up a connection with a Bluetooth- enabled device. You can also visit the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. This website contains the latest documentation.
Page 70: Setting The Bluetooth Security Level
previously set up a connection with the printer. When the printer detects more than eight devices, the least recently used device is removed from the list. You need to repeat the setup of the deleted device to be able to send a print job to the printer.
Page 71: Printing From A Bluetooth-Enabled Device
NOTE: A Bluetooth adapter is not included with the printer. 3. Use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to BLUETOOTH, and then press the Select button 4. Use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to Security Level, and then press the Select button 5.
Page 72 4. Make sure the printer is set up to receive Bluetooth connections. For more information, see Setting up a Connection Between Your Printer and a Bluetooth-Enabled Device. 5. Set up the Bluetooth device to print to the printer. Refer to the instructions included with the device for Bluetooth printing setup information.
Page 73: Printing A Banner
9. Click OK or Print. NOTE: To reprint a poster page individually, click Select Pages to Print from the Advanced tab. Click tiles to select or deselect pages to print, and then click OK. Printing a Banner 1. Turn on your computer and printer, and make sure they are connected. 2.
Page 74: Printing A Booklet
Printing a Booklet Before you change any Print Properties settings, you must select the correct paper size from the program. You can print booklets using these paper sizes: Letter 1. Load the paper. For more information, see Loading Paper. 2. With your document open, click File® Print. 3.
Page 75: Duplexing A Print Job (Two-Sided Printing)
® Control Panel. b. Click Hardware and Sound. c. Click Printers. ® In Windows XP, click Start ® Settings® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start ® Settings® Printers. 2. Right-click the Dell V505 icon.
Page 76: From The Printer
In Windows XP, click Start ® Settings® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start ® Settings® Printers. 2. Right-click the Dell V505 icon. 3. Click Open. 4. Select the job you want to cancel from the list that appears.
Page 77 In Windows XP, click Start® Settings® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start® Settings® Printers. 2. Right-click the Dell V505 icon. 3. Select Printing Preferences. 4. Change the settings that you want to set as default when printing from most programs.
Page 78: Maintenance
NOTICE: It is recommended that Dell ink cartridges be used for your printer. Dell does not provide warranty coverage for problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Dell. Replacing Ink Cartridges 1. Turn on your printer.
Page 79 5. Store the cartridges in an air-tight container, such as the storage unit you received with your photo cartridge, or dispose of them properly. 6. If you are installing new ink cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of each ink cartridge.
Page 80: Aligning Ink Cartridges
In Windows XP, click Start® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start® Settings® Printers. 3. Right-click the Dell V505 icon. 4. Click Printing Preferences. The Printing Preferences dialog box opens. 5. Click the Maintenance tab.
Page 81: Cleaning The Ink Cartridge Nozzles
Click Printers. In Windows XP, click Start® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start® Settings® Printers. 3. Right-click the Dell V505 icon. 4. Click Printing Preferences. The Printing Preferences dialog box opens.
Page 82: Cleaning The Exterior Of The Printer
Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer 1. Make sure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from the wall outlet. CAUTION: To avoid the risk of electric shock, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables to the printer before proceeding. 2.
Page 83: Printing Photos
Printing From a Memory Card or USB Key Printing Photos Printing Office Files Most digital cameras use a memory card to store photos. The printer supports the following memory cards: Compact Flash Type I and II Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick Duo (with adapter) Memory Stick Duo Pro Mini SD (with adapter)
Page 84: Saving Photos To Your Computer
3. Press the Start button The Dell Imaging Toolbox is launched on your computer. 4. Follow the instructions on the Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box on how to transfer the photos to your computer. Printing Photos From a CD or Flash Memory Device 1.
Page 85: Printing All Photos
NOTE: If you want to edit a photo before printing, click Edit Photo above the Print Preview pane. Select One-Click Auto Fix, Automatic Red-Eye Reduction, or Automatic Brightness Fix to let the software edit your photo automatically. Click More Retouch Tools to go to the photo-editing window. After completing your edits, click Return with edits in the bottom right corner to return to the print window.
Page 86 NOTE: Only images in JPEG and TIFF formats can be printed directly from the memory card or USB key. If you want to print photos stored on the memory card or USB key in a different file format, the photos must be transferred to your computer before printing.
Page 87 Printing Office Files 1. Turn on your computer and printer, and make sure they are connected. 2. Insert a memory card into a card slot or a USB key into the PictBridge port. If the memory card or USB key contains documents only, the printer automatically switches to OFFICE FILE mode. If the memory card or USB key contains documents and photos, the display asks which files to print.
Page 88: Troubleshooting
If the printer does not work, ensure that the printer is properly connected to the electrical outlet and computer, if using a computer. For more help and to check the latest information on troubleshooting your printer, open the Dell Service Center from the printer driver or visit http://support.dell.com/support.
Page 89 2. Click Dell Printers. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. If the printer does not appear in the list of printers, the printer software is not installed. Install the printer software. For...
Page 90: Printer Problems
3. Print a job to each of these print objects to see which printer is active. 4. Set that print object as the default printer: a. Right-click the Dell V505 icon. b. Click Set as Default Printer. 5. Delete the other copies of the print object by right-clicking the printer name and selecting Delete.
Page 91: Error Messages
Error Messages For more help and to check the latest information on troubleshooting your printer, please visit http://support.dell.com/support. Error Message: What it indicates: Solution: Computer Not Connected Attempting to scan or print Office files from a Ensure that your printer is memory card or USB key, or selecting the Save connected to your computer.
Page 92 Press retry. The ink cartridge is running low on ink. Replace the ink cartridge. For more Black Ink Low. Order Ink @ information, see Replacing Ink WWW.DELL.COM/SUPPLIES. Cartridges. Press to continue. Color Ink Low. Order Ink @ WWW.DELL.COM/SUPPLIES. Press to continue.
Page 93: Clearing Paper Jams
Contact Customer Support. For digit number, an advanced error has occurred. more information, go to http://support.dell.com/support. Clearing Paper Jams Paper jam in the paper path 1. Pull the paper firmly to remove it. If you cannot reach the paper because it is too far into the printer, lift the scanner base unit to open the printer.
Page 94: Paper Jam In The Duplex Unit
4. Close the scanner base unit. 5. Turn on the printer, and print the document again. Paper jam in the duplex unit 1. Remove the duplex unit cover. 2. Firmly grasp the paper, and gently pull it from the printer. 3.
Page 95: Paper Problems
4. Press the Select button 5. Resend your print job to print any missing pages. Avoiding Jams and Misfeeds You can avoid most jams and misfeeds by following these guidelines: Use media that follows the printer's media guidelines. For more information, see Loading Paper.
Page 96 Click Printers. In Windows XP, click Start® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start® Settings® Printers. 2. Right-click the Dell V505 icon. 3. Select Printing Preferences. The Printing Preferences dialog box opens.
Page 97: Copying Problems
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 3. From the Home screen, click My Photo Album.
Page 98: Scanning Problems
Loading Original Documents on the Scanner Glass. Check paper sizes. Make sure the paper size being used matches the size you selected on the operator panel or the Dell Imaging Toolbox. Scanning Problems Check for blinking lights and error messages on the printer.
Page 99 2. Click Dell Printers. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. If the printer does not appear in the list of printers, the printer software is not installed. Install the printer software. For...
Page 100 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 3. From the Home screen, click Scan.
Page 101: Faxing Problems
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 3. From the Home screen, click My Photo Album.
Page 102 computer. When the printer memory is full, print a fax activity report and resend pages that were not transmitted. When sending color pages, set the printer to scan the original documents after dialing. 1. From the main menu, use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to FAX, and then press the Select button 2.
Page 103: Networking Problems
2. Grasp the adapter by the side tabs—not the antenna—and pull to remove it. For more information, see Removing and Reinstalling the Adapter. 3. Reinstall the adapter following the installation instructions. For more information, see Installing the Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150. Check the network adapter documentation for setup and usage information. Memory Card Problems...
Page 104: Improving Print Quality
If you are not satisfied with the print quality of your documents, there are several different ways to improve the print quality. Use the appropriate paper. For example, use Dell™ Premium Photo Paper if you are printing photos with a photo ink cartridge.
Page 105 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and WIndows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Click Uninstall Dell V505. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. 4. Restart your computer.
Page 106: Copying Documents
Copying Copying Documents Copying Photos Copying a Two-Sided Document Making a Duplex Copy Repeating an Image on One Page Copying Multiple Pages on One Sheet (N-Up) Adjusting Copy Quality Making a Copy Lighter or Darker Copying Documents Using the Operator Panel 1.
Page 107: Copying Photos
Click Dell V505. ® In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 5. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 6. From the Home screen, click Copy.
Page 108: Copying A Two-Sided Document
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 5. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 6. From the Home screen, click Copy.
Page 109: Making A Duplex Copy
Making a Duplex Copy Your printer comes with a built-in duplex unit that performs duplex copies on your document without the need to manually re-orient the sheets. It picks the paper after printing on one side and feeds it back to the printer to print on the side that is still blank.
Page 110: Adjusting Copy Quality
1. Load the paper. For more information, see Loading Paper. 2. Load an original document facing up into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) or facing down on the scanner glass. NOTE: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF.
Page 111 NOTE: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF. Place these items on the scanner glass. NOTE: Adjust the paper guide on the ADF tray to the width of the original document. NOTE: When using the scanner glass, close the top cover to avoid dark edges on the scanned image.
Page 112: Environmental Specifications
Specifications Overview Operating System Support Environmental Specifications Memory Specifications and Requirements Power Consumption and Requirements Media Types and Sizes Fax Mode Capabilities Cables Print and Scan Mode Capabilities Overview Memory 32 MB SDRAM 8 MB or 64 Mbit FLASH <1 MB Fax Connectivity USB and USB 2.0 high-speed certified Duty cycle (average)
Page 113: Operating System Support
ISDN (integrated service digital network) and cable modems are not fax modems and are not supported for faxing. Print and Scan Mode Capabilities Your printer can scan from 72 to 19,200 dpi. Although your printer has this capability, Dell™ recommends using the preset resolutions. Print and scan resolution...
Page 114: Media Types And Sizes
Microsoft Windows Vista 1 GHz 32/64-bit or higher 800 MB Microsoft Windows XP 800 MHz Pentium/Celeron 500 MB Microsoft Windows 2000 800 MHz Pentium/Celeron 500 MB Media Types and Sizes Media type: Sizes supported: Load up to: Plain or heavyweight matte paper 100 sheets Letter: 8.5 x 11 inches (216 x 279 mm) A4: 8.27 x 11.69 inches (210 x 297 mm)
Page 115 Cables Your printer uses a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable (sold separately).
Page 116: Using The Operator Panel
When the application you want to use appears on the display, press the Select button If your printer is connected to a network: NOTE: This printer can only be attached to a network using a Dell™ Internal Network Adapter 1150 (sold separately). a. Use the left and right Arrow buttons...
Page 117 Click Dell V505. ® In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 5. From the Home screen, click Scan.
Page 118 When the application you want to use appears on the display, press the Select button If your printer is connected to a network: NOTE: This printer can only be attached to a network using a Dell Internal Network Adapter 1150 (sold separately). a. Use the left and right Arrow buttons...
Page 119 4. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox opens. NOTE: You can also open the Dell Imaging Toolbox from the operator panel on your printer. When your printer is in Scan mode, press the Start button . The Dell Imaging Toolbox opens.
Page 120 NOTE: Dell printers can only be attached to a network using a Dell Network Adapter (sold separately). 2. Load your original document. For more information, see Loading Original Documents. NOTE: Do not load postcards, photo cards, photo paper, or small images in the ADF. Place these items on the scanner glass.
Page 121: Scanning Documents For Editing
4. From the Dell Networking Options dialog, click Change your PC name and PIN for network scanning. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. 6. When you have specified a computer name or a PIN, click OK. Scanning Documents for Editing The Optical Character Recognition (OCR) feature turns a scanned document into text that you can edit with a word- processing application.
Page 122 Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox opens. 5. From the Home screen, click Activities. 6. Click Edit Picture. 7. Select the Photo or Several Photos option. 8. Click Start.
Page 123 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 3. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox opens. 4. From the Home screen, click Activities.
Page 124: Adding A File To An E-Mail Message
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox opens. 5. From the Home screen, click Scan.
Page 125: Creating A Pdf
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 3. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 4. From the Home screen, click My Photo Album.
Page 126: Customizing Scan Settings
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 3. From the Home screen, click My Photo Album.
Page 127 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Select Dell Imaging Toolbox. The Dell Imaging Toolbox dialog box opens. 3. From the Home screen, click Scan.
Page 128: Dell Technical Support Policy
Operating System, application software and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the printer and all Dell- installed hardware. In addition to this technician assisted technical support, online technical support is available at Dell Support.
Page 129: Warranty And Return Policy
Warranty and Return Policy Dell Inc. (“Dell”) manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-standard practices. For information about the Dell warranty for your printer, refer to the Product Information Guide.
Page 130: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
Dell Inc. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment is the responsibility of the user. Dell Inc and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from the user failing to comply with these guidelines.
Page 131 You can use your printer to send and receive faxes without having to connect to a computer. In addition, the Dell™ Fax Solutions Software is bundled in the Drivers and Utilities CD and should have been installed when you install your printer software. You can also use this faxing software to send and receive faxes. For more...
Page 132: Connecting Directly To A Telephone Wall Jack
Connecting Directly to a Telephone Wall Jack 1. Connect one end of the phone cord to the FAX connector ( —lower connector). 2. Connect the other end of the phone cord to an active telephone wall jack. Connecting to a Telephone 1.
Page 133: Connecting To An Answering Machine
—middle connector), and insert the supplied yellow terminator for your fax to work correctly. You will not be able to use this port for additional devices in these countries. 5. From the operator panel or the Dell Fax Setup Utility, set the printer to answer fax calls after five rings. From the operator panel: a.
Page 134 3. Click Dell V505. ® In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. b. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. c. Click No. The Dell Fax Setup Utility dialog box opens.
Page 135: Sending A Fax
Click Dell V505. ® In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 5. Select Dell Fax Solutions. The Dell Fax Solutions Software dialog box opens. 6. Click Send a new fax.
Page 136 Using the Operator Panel 1. From the main menu, use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to FAX, and then press the Select button 2. Using the keypad, enter a fax number. NOTE: If you've entered a number by mistake, press the left Arrow button to delete the number.
Page 137 Click Dell V505. ® In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 5. Select Dell Fax Solutions. The Dell Fax Solutions Software dialog box opens. 6. Click Send a new fax.
Page 138 For more information, see Mode. Using Your Computer Use the Dell Fax Solutions Software to take advantage of advanced fax features. In addition to basic faxing, the Dell Fax Solutions Software also allows you to: Send a delayed fax Send electronic files and paper documents in a single fax operation...
Page 139: Sending A Broadcast Fax At A Scheduled Time
the department you wish to call. After answering the questions by pressing the appropriate buttons, you eventually get connected to the proper department. To send a fax to a company that employs automated answering systems to answer their calls, set up your printer for On Hook dialing. 1.
Page 140: Forwarding A Fax
the Select button NOTE: Group fax entries are from 90 to 99. 11. If needed, add more fax numbers, and press the Select button until the maximum 30-recipient number is reached. 12. Press the Start button 13. To scan another document to fax, use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to Yes.
Page 141: Receiving A Fax Automatically
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 142: Receiving A Fax Manually
Off, and then press the Select button 3. When there is an incoming fax, press the Start button , or enter DELL# (3355#) on the keypad to accept the incoming fax. Setting a Fax Manual Answer Code Using the Operator Panel 1.
Page 143 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 144: Setting The Number Of Rings Before Receiving A Fax Automatically
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 145: Using Caller Id
7. From the Pick up on the field, choose an option. 8. Click OK. A confirmation dialog box opens. 9. Click OK to overwrite the fax settings on your printer. A dialog box opens. 10. Click Yes. 11. Click Close. Using Caller ID Caller ID is a service provided by some telephone companies that identifies the telephone number or the name of the person who is calling.
Page 146 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 147 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 148: Using The Computer
Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 149 3. If you want to use the Fax Setup Utility Wizard to set up your printer for faxing, click Yes. The Fax Setup Utility Wizard Welcome dialog box opens. If you want to manually adjust your fax settings, click No. The Dell Fax Setup Utility dialog box opens. On this tab:...
Page 150: Using Speed Dial
Using Speed Dial To make sending faxes easier, you can assign a speed dial number to 89 individual contacts and 10 groups that can hold up to 30 phone numbers each. Creating a Speed or Group Dial List Using Your Operator Panel Adding an Entry to the Speed Dial List 1.
Page 151 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 152 1. From the main menu, use the left and right Arrow buttons to scroll to FAX, and then press the Select button 2. From the Enter Fax Number display, use the keypad to enter the two-digit speed dial or group dial number. 3.
Page 153 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 154 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 155 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP or Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 4. Select Dell Fax Setup Utility. The Dell Fax Setup Wizard Query dialog box opens. 5. Click No.
Page 156 Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell V505. In Windows XP and Windows 2000: Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell V505. 2. Click Dell Fax Solutions. The Dell Fax Solutions Software dialog box opens. 3. Click Print Activity Report.
Page 157: Licensing Notice
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