X73 Scan/Print/Copy

Getting Started

March 2001

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Edition: March 2001 The following paragraph does not apply to any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC., PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow disclaimer of express or implied warranties in certain transactions; therefore, this statement may not apply to you. This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes will be incorporated in later editions. Improvements or changes in the products or the programs described may be made at any time. Comments about this publication may be addressed to Lexmark International, Inc., Department F95/032-2, 740 West New Circle Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40550, U.S.A. In the United Kingdom and Eire, send to Lexmark International Ltd., Marketing and Services Department, Westhorpe House, Westhorpe, Marlow Bucks SL7 3RQ. Lexmark may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you. You can purchase additional copies of publications related to this product by calling 1-800-553-9727. In the United Kingdom and Eire, call 0628481500. In other countries, contact your point of purchase. References in this publication to products, programs, or services do not imply that the manufacturer intends to make these available in all countries in which it operates. Any reference to a product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any existing intellectual property right may be used instead. Evaluation and verification of operation in conjunction with other products, programs, or services, except those expressly designated by the manufacturer, are the users responsibility. Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Copyright 2001 Lexmark International, Inc. All rights reserved. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS This software and documentation are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 and in applicable FAR provisions: Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington, KY 40550.
Statement of Limited Warranty
Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington, KY This warranty applies to the United States and Canada. For customers outside the U.S. and Canada, refer to the country-specific warranty information that came with your printer. LexmarkX73 Scan/Print/Copy This Statement of Limited Warranty applies to this product if it was originally purchased for your use, and not for resale, from Lexmark or a Lexmark remarketer, referred to in this statement as Remarketer. Warranty Lexmark warrants that this product: Is manufactured from new parts, or new and serviceable used parts, which perform like new parts Is free from defects in material and workmanship Conforms to Lexmarks official published specifications Is in good working order If this product does not function as warranted during the warranty period, contact a Remarketer or Lexmark for repair or replacement (at Lexmarks option) without charge. If this product is a feature or option, this statement applies only when that feature or option is used with the product for which it was designed. To obtain warranty service, you may be required to present the feature or option with the product. If you transfer this product to another user, warranty service under the terms of this statement is available to that user for the remainder of the warranty period. You should transfer proof of original purchase and this statement to that user. Warranty service The warranty period is 12 months and starts on the date of original purchase as shown on the purchase receipt. To obtain warranty service you may be required to present proof of original purchase. Warranty service will be provided at a Remarketer or a Lexmark designated location. You may be required to deliver your product to
the Remarketer or Lexmark, or ship it prepaid and suitably packaged to a Lexmark designated location. You are responsible for loss of, or damage to, a product in transit to the Remarketer or the designated location. When warranty service involves the exchange of a product or part, the item replaced becomes the property of the Remarketer or Lexmark. The replacement may be a new or repaired item. The replacement item assumes the remaining warranty period of the original product. Replacement is not available to you if the product you present for exchange is defaced, altered, in need of a repair not included in warranty service, or damaged beyond repair. Also, such product must be free of any legal obligations and restrictions. Before you present this product for warranty service, remove all programs, data, and removable storage media. For further explanation of your warranty alternatives and the nearest Lexmark authorized servicer in your area, please contact Lexmark at 1-800-5396275, or on the World Wide Web at www.lexmark.com. Free remote technical support is provided for this product throughout its warranty period. For products no longer covered by a Lexmark warranty, technical support may only be available for a fee. Extent of warranty We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product. Warranty service does not include repair of failures caused by: Modification or attachments Accidents or misuse Unsuitable physical or operating environment Maintenance by anyone other than Lexmark or a Lexmark authorized servicer Operation of a product beyond the limit of its duty cycle Failure to have installed a maintenance kit as specified (if applicable) Use of printing media outside of Lexmark specifications Use of other than Lexmark supplies (such as toner cartridges, inkjet cartridges, and ribbons)

Use of other than Lexmark product or component ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THIS PERIOD. Limitation of liability Your sole remedy under this Statement of Limited Warranty is set forth in this section. For any claim concerning performance or nonperformance of Lexmark or a Remarketer for this product under this Statement of Limited Warranty, you may recover actual damages up to the limit set forth in the following paragraph. Lexmark's liability for actual damages from any cause whatsoever will be limited to the greater of 1) $5,000 or 2) the amount you paid for the product that caused the damages. This limitation of liability will not apply to claims by you for bodily injury or damage to real property or tangible personal property for which Lexmark is legally liable. In no event will Lexmark be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, incidental damage, or other economic consequential damages. This is true even if you advise Lexmark or a Remarketer of the possibility of such damages. Lexmark is not liable for any claim by you based on a third party claim. This limitation of remedies also applies to any developer of materials supplied to Lexmark. Lexmarks and the developers limitations of remedies are not cumulative. Such developer is an intended beneficiary of this limitation. Additional rights Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations or exclusions contained above may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance information statement This product complies with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Refer to the online Users Guide for additional compliance information. Safety information Use only the Lexmark power supply provided with this product or an authorized Lexmark replacement power supply. Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible. Refer service or repairs, other than those described in this manual, to a professional service person. ENERGY STAR The EPA ENERGY STAR Computers program is a partnership effort with computer manufacturers to promote the introduction of energy-efficient products and to reduce air pollution caused by power generation. Companies participating in this program introduce personal computers, printers, monitors, or fax machines that power down when they are not being used. This feature will cut the energy used by up to 50 percent. Lexmark is proud to be a participant of this program. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Lexmark International, Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Copyright advisory Lexmarks scanners and printers represent the state-of-the-art in affordable imaging technology, but just because they make it technically possible for you to create exact copies of documents, pictures, and the like does not mean you should. Many works are protected from unauthorized copying by U.S. and international copyright law as well as other laws and regulations. It may be illegal to copy certain materials without permission or license, including such things as documents, pictures, and other images, currency, travelers checks, money orders, negotiable instruments, postage stamps, passports, immigration papers, social security cards, food stamps, selective service documents, birth certificates, and/or checks drawn on governmental accounts. If you are unsure about whether you have permission, seek legal advice.

Contents

Setting up your printer.. 3 Using the operator panel.. 7 Scanning... 8 Printing... 10 Copying... 11 Creating projects... 13 Troubleshooting.. 15

For more information

This book provides basic information about copying, scanning, printing, troubleshooting, and creating fun projects. The online Users Guide provides detailed information about these tasks. Insert CD 1 into your CD-ROM drive to access the online Users Guide.
Setting up your printer 1

Unpack the printer.

Your power supply may be different than the one shown.

Unlock the scanner bed.

Connect the power supply.
You are prompted to connect the USB cable during software installation.

Press the Power button.

Apply an overlay (in another language) to the operator panel, if desired.

Raise the paper support.

Load the paper.
Do not push the paper down into the printer.
Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper.
Extend the paper exit tray.

Open the cartridge door.

The cartridge carrier moves to the load position.
Remove the sticker and transparent tape from the cartridges.
Warning: Do not touch the gold contacts.
Place the cartridges into the carrier. Push back on the cartridges until they snap into place.

SNAP SNAP

12 Close the cartridge door.
1 into 13 Insert CD drive. your CD-ROM
14 Click Install Now for Windows installation.
Click Install and Agree for Macintosh installation.
Follow the instructions on your computer screen to install the printer software, scanner driver, and printer driver.
To install additional software, insert your CD and click the button on your computer screen.

Using the operator panel

Your printer operator panel has buttons that let you scan, print, copy, and customize your documents. It also has a Status light that indicates errors and a Power light that indicates the power is on.
Press Setup Scan Color Black E-mail Fax Paper Feed Power

When you want to Adjust your copy and scan settings using the Scan & Copy Control Program. Scan an image and send to a software application. Copy an image in color. Copy an image in black and white. Scan an image and send as an e-mail message. Scan an image and send as a fax. Eject or load a sheet of paper from your printer. Turn your printer on or off.

Scanning

Scan using the printer operator panel
1 Make sure your computer and your printer are turned on. 2 Open the top cover. 3 Place your document face down on the scanner bed in the bottom,

right corner.

4 Close the top cover. 5 Press the button that matches the destination of your scan:
Scan to send a scanned image to a software application. E-mail to send a scanned image as an e-mail attachment. Fax to send a scanned image as a fax.
Scan using the printer software
1 Make sure your printer is turned on. 2 Open the top cover. 3 Place your document face down on the scanner
bed in the bottom, right corner.
4 Close the top cover. 5 Access the Scan & Copy Control Program.
For Windows: Select Start Programs Lexmark X73 Scan & Copy Control Program
For Macintosh: Select the Scan & Copy Control Program icon from your desktop.

6 Scan the document.

For Windows: Click the button that matches the destination of your scan.
For Macintosh: Select Scan Now.

Printing

Windows
1 From your software application File menu, select Print. 2 To change the printer settings, click Properties or Printer Preferences. 3 From the Print dialog box, click OK or Print (depending on the

application).

Macintosh
1 From your software application File menu, choose Print. 2 Change settings, as needed, and then choose Save Settings. 3 Select Print.

Copying

Copy using the printer operator panel
4 Close the top cover. 5 Press Color or Black.
Copy using the printer software
6 Make a copy of your document.

For Windows: Click Copy.

For Macintosh: Select Copy Now.

Creating projects

You can create projects using the scan, print, and copy features of your printer. Use the instructions on this page to create a wedding program. See page 14 for more creative ideas.

Create a wedding program

1 Place a fresh flower or another object on the scanner bed and cover it

with a sheet of paper.

2 Scan the flower or object into an image editing program. 3 Personalize your wedding program with text.
You may want to include the wedding date, the location, the ceremony time, the attendants names, details of the ceremony, and a favorite quote to complete the program.

4 Print your wedding program.
To print your wedding program as a booklet or as a two-sided document, refer to the online Users Guide. To access the online Users Guide, see page 1.

More fun projects

Create a scrapbook page. Print canning labels. Restore old photographs. Scan a photograph and e-mail it to a friend. Make color copies of a childs artwork to send to friends and relatives. Create personalized recipe cards. Print business cards, letterhead, and envelopes. Enlarge or reduce needlepoint or woodworking patterns. Print refrigerator magnets.
Refer to the online Users Guide instructions to create these projects and much, much more. To access the online Users Guide, see page 1.

Troubleshooting

When your printer has a problem, first make sure:
The power supply is plugged into your printer and an electrical outlet. The USB cable is securely attached to your computer and your printer. Your computer is turned on. Your printer is turned on. The sticker and transparent tape covering the bottom of the cartridge
are removed. If the status light on your printer is blinking, there may be a paper jam, the printer may be out of paper, or the cartridge carrier may have stalled. For help, see the following topics:
The printer may have a paper jam
Remove the paper from the printer. If the paper is lodged too far into the printer and cannot be removed:
1 Press the Power button to turn the printer off. 2 Pull firmly on the paper to remove it.
If you cannot reach the paper because it is too far into the printer:
a Open the cartridge door and pull the paper out. b Close the cartridge door.
3 Press the Power button to turn the printer on, and then send your

document to print.

The printer may be out of paper
If the Power light is on and the Status light is blinking, your printer may be out of paper.
1 Load paper. 2 Press the Paper Feed button.
Note: If the printer has a paper jam, see page 15 for help.
The cartridge carrier may have stalled
If the Power light blinks twice, the cartridge carrier may have stalled. Check your computer screen for error messages.
1 Turn the printer off. 2 Wait a few seconds, and then turn the printer back on.
If your printer is still experiencing a problem, see the online Users Guide for detailed troubleshooting information. To access the online Users Guide, see page 1.

Lexmark X73 Scan Print Copy 4402-001
Extracted From Service Manual

4402-001

Edition: September 2002 The following paragraph does not apply to any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC. PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow disclaimer of express or implied warranties in certain transactions; therefore, this statement may not apply to you. This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes will be incorporated in later editions. Improvements or changes in the products or the programs described may be made at any time. Comments may be addressed to Lexmark International, Inc., Department D22A/032-2, 740 West New Circle Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40550, U.S.A or e-mail at ServiceInfoAndTraining@Lexmark.com. Lexmark may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you. You can purchase additional copies of publications related to this product by calling 1-800-553-9727. In other countries, contact your point of purchase. Lexmark is a trademark of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Copyright Lexmark International, Inc. 2001, 2002. All rights reserved. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS This software and documentation are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 and in applicable FAR provisions: Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington, KY 40550.

U.S.A. P/N: 12G3798

7. Parts Catalog
How to Use This Parts Catalog
SIMILAR ASSEMBLIES: If two assemblies contain a majority of
identical parts, they are shown on the same list. Common parts are shown by one index number. Parts peculiar to one or the other of the assemblies are listed separately and identified by description. NS: (Not Shown) in the Asm-Index column indicates that the part is procurable but is not pictured in the illustration. PP: in the parts description column indicates the part is available in the listed parts packet. NA: Not available as a FRU.

Parts Catalog 7-1

Assembly 1: Covers

7-2 Service Manual

AsmIndex 7 NS NS Part Number 12G6141 12G6140 12G6138 12G6135 12G6133 12G6175 12G6134 12GUnits 1 Description Cover Assembly, Rear Felt Pad Assembly Base Assembly Cover, Right Cover, Access with Latch Paper Exit Tray Cover, Left Screws (PP) Plain package B/M includes: Carton, Cushion Set, Sealing Tape

Parts Catalog 7-3

Assembly 1 (cont.): Covers

7-4 Service Manual

AsmIndex 5 Part Number 12G6171 12G6174 12G6126 12G6122 12G6150 Units 1 Description Scanner Lid Assembly Paper Support ASF Top Housing Assembly Middle Frame Assembly Belt, Scanner

Parts Catalog 7-5

Assembly 2: Paper Feed, Frame and Carrier Transport

7-6 Service Manual

AsmIndex NS Part Number 12G6121 12G6120 12G6151 12G6123 12G6149 12G6154 12G6153 Units 1 Description ASF Module Printing Engine Encoder Strip with Clip Idler Pulley Assembly Belt, Carrier Maintenance Station Assembly EOF Flag with Spring

Parts Catalog 7-7

Assembly 3: Electronics

7-8 Service Manual

31 NS NS 6 NS NS
12G6177 12G6176 12G6125 12G6172 12G6173 12G6170 12G6137 12G6128 12G6157 12G6158
CCD Module Assembly with Cable CCD Cable Gear Train Assembly Operator Panel Assembly Operator Panel Overlays Board, System Sensor, Access Cover Power Supply (LV) 100127 Power Supply (HV) 220240 Power Supply Japan 100V

Parts Catalog 7-9