Samsung CLP-36 Series User manual

Key benefits
Wide range of functionality and application support
• Supports various paper sizes (see "Print media specifications" on page 67).
• Print watermark: You can customize your documents with words, such as
“CONFIDENTIAL” (see "Using advanced print features" on page 136).
• Print posters: The text and pictures of each page of your document are
magnified and printed across the multiple sheets of paper and can then be
taped together to form a poster (see "Using advanced print features" on
page 136).
• You can print in various operating systems (see "System requirements" on
page 70).
• Your machine is equipped with a USB interface and/or a network interface.
Supports various wireless network setting method
• Using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) button
- You can easily connect to a wireless network using the WPS button on
the machine and the access point (a wireless router).
• Using the USB cable or a network cable
- You can connect and set various wireless network settings using a USB
cable or a network cable.
• Using the Wi-Fi Direct
- You can conveniently print from your mobile device using the Wi-Fi or
Wi-Fi Direct feature.
See "Introducing wireless set up methods" on page 107.

Features by models
Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country.
Operating System
Operating System CLP-36x Series CLP-36xW Series
Windows ● ●
Macintosh ● ●
Linux ● ●

Features by models
Software
You can install the printer driver and software when you insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
For windows, select the printer driver and software in the Select Software to Install window.
Software CLP-36x Series CLP-36xW Series
SPL printer driver ● ●
XPS printer drivera
a. For XPS driver, You can install the XPS printer driver in the Custom Installation window (Refer to Software CD that was
provided with your machine).
● ●
Samsung Easy Printer Manager ● ●
Samsung Easy Color Managerb
b. Download the software from the Samsung website and install it: (http://www.samsung.com > find your product > Support or
Downloads). Before installing, check whether your computer’s OS support the software.
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Samsung Anyweb Printb● ●
Samsung Printer Status ● ●
SyncThru™ Web Service ●

Features by models
Variety feature
(●: Included, Blank: Not available)
Features CLP-36x Series CLP-36xW Series
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ● ●
Network Interface Ethernet 10/100 Base TX wired LAN ●
Network Interface 802.11b/g/n wireless LANa
a. Depending on your country, wireless LAN card may not be available. For some counties, only 802.11 b/g can be applied.
Contact your local Samsung dealer or the retailer where you bought your machine.
●
IPv6 ●
Google Cloud Print ●
Eco printing(Easy Eco Driver)b
b. Setting the ECO settings is available from the windows driver.
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) ●
Manual duplex (2-sided) printingc
c. Available for Windows OS users only.
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Useful to know
Where can I download the machine’s driver?
• Visit www.samsung.com/printer to download the latest
machine’s driver, and install it on your system.
Where can I purchase accessories or supplies?
• Inquire at a Samsung distributor or your retailer.
• Visit www.samsung.com/supplies. Select your country/region
to view product service information.
The status LED flashes or remains constantly on.
• Turn the product off and on again.
• Check the meanings of LED indications in this manual and
troubleshoot accordingly (see "Understanding the status LED"
on page 61).
A paper jam has occurred.
• Open and close the top cover (see "Front view" on page 17).
• Check the instructions on removing jammed paper in this
manual and troubleshoot accordingly (see "Clearing paper
jams" on page 58).
Printouts are blurry.
• The toner level might be low or uneven. Shake the toner
cartridge.
• Try a different print quality setting.
• Replace the toner cartridge.
The machine does not print.
• Open the print queue list and remove the document from the
list (see "Canceling a print job" on page 34).
• Remove the driver and install it again (see "Installing the driver
locally" on page 22).
• Select your machine as your default machine in your Windows.

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1. Introduction
About this user’s guide
This user's guide provides information for your basic understanding of the
machine as well as detailed steps to explain machine usage.
• Read the safety information before using the machine.
• If you have a problem using the machine, refer to the troubleshooting
chapter.
• Terms used in this user’s guide are explained in the glossary chapter.
• All illustrations in this user’s guide may differ from your machine depending
on its options or model you purchased.
• The screenshots in this user's guide may differ from your machine
depending on the machine’s firmware/driver version.
• The procedures in this user’s guide are mainly based on Windows 7.
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Conventions
Some terms in this guide are used interchangeably, as below:
• Document is synonymous with original.
• Paper is synonymous with media, or print media.
• Machine refers to printer or MFP.
2
General icons
Icon Text Description
Caution Gives users information to protect the machine from
possible mechanical damage or malfunction.
Note Provides additional information or detailed
specification of the machine function and feature.

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1. Introduction
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. After reading
this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
3
Important safety symbols
Explanation of all icons and signs used in this chapter
4
Operating environment
Warning
Warning Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe
personal injury or death.
Caution Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor
personal injury or property damage.
Do not attempt.
Do not use if the power cord is damaged or if the electrical outlet is
not grounded.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Do not place anything on top of the machine (water, small metal or
heavy objects, candles, lit cigarettes, etc.).
This could result in electric shock or fire.
• 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.
• The user should be able to access the power outlet in case of
emergencies that might require the user to pull the plug out.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Do not bend, or place heavy objects on the power cord.
Stepping on or allowing the power cord to be crushed by a heavy
object could result in electric shock or fire.
Do not remove the plug by pulling on the cord; do not handle the
plug with wet hands.
This could result in electric shock or fire.

Safety information
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Caution
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Operating method
Caution
During an electrical storm or for a period of non-operation,
remove the power plug from the electrical outlet.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Be careful, the paper output area is hot.
Burns could occur.
If the machine has been dropped, or if the cabinet appears
damaged, unplug the machine from all interface connections and
request assistance from qualified service personnel.
Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.
If the machine does not operate properly after these instructions
have been followed, unplug the machine from all interface
connections and request assistance from qualified service
personnel.
Otherwise, 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.
Call an electrician to change the electrical outlet, or this could
result in electric shock.
Do not allow pets to chew on the AC power, telephone or PC
interface cords.
This could result in electric shock or fire and/or injury to your pet.
Do not forcefully pull the paper out during printing.
It can cause damage to the machine.
Be careful not to put your hand between the machine and paper
tray.
You may get injured.
This machine's power reception device is the power cord.
To switch off the power supply, remove the power cord from the
electrical outlet.
Be care when replacing paper or removing jammed paper.
New paper has sharp edges and can cause painful cuts.
When printing large quantities, the bottom part of the paper
output area may get hot. Do not allow children to touch.
Burns can occur.
When removing jammed paper, do not use tweezers or sharp metal
objects.
It can damage the machine.

Safety information
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Installation / Moving
Warning
Caution
Do not allow too many papers to stack up in the paper output tray.
It can damage the machine.
Do not block or push objects into the ventilation opening.
This could result in elevated component temperatures which can
cause damage or fire.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
Do not place the machine in an area with dust, humidity, or water
leaks.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Before moving the machine, turn the power off and disconnect all
cords. The information below are only suggestions based on the
units weight.
If you have a medical condition that prevents you from lifting, do
not lift the machine. Ask for help, and always use the appropriate
amount of people to left the device safety.
Then lift the machine:
• If the machine weighs under 20 kg (44.09 lbs), lift with 1 person.
• If the machine weighs 20 kg (44.09 lbs) - 40kg (88.18 lbs), lift
with 2 people.
• If the machine weighs more than 40 kg (88.18 lbs), lift with 4 or
more people.
The machine could fall, causing injury or machine damage.
Do not place the machine on an unstable surface.
The machine could fall, causing injury or machine damage.
Use only No.26 AWGaor larger, telephone line cord, if necessary.
Otherwise, it can cause damage to the machine.