Advanced Guide > Changing the Printer Settings > Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer > Reducing theMachine NoiseReducing the Machine NoiseThis function allows you to reduce the operating noise of the machine. Select if you wish to reduce theoperating noise of the printer at night, etc.Using this function may lower the print speed.The procedure for changing the quiet mode settings is as follows:Quiet Mode1. Open the printer driver setup window2. Click Quiet Mode on the Maintenance tabThe Quiet Mode dialog box opens.3. Set the silent functionIf necessary, specify one of the following items:Do not use quiet modeThe operating noise of the machine is at normal volume.Always use quiet modeSelect this option when you wish to reduce the operating noise of the machine.Use quiet mode within specified timeThe operating noise of the machine can be reduced during a specified period of time.Set the Start time and End time when you wish the quiet mode to be activated.ImportantThe time specified in Start time and in End time must be different.4. Transmit the settingsMake sure that the machine is on and click Send.Click OK when the confirmation message appears.The selected settings are enabled hereafter.NoteDepending on print quality settings, effects of the quiet mode may be less.Page topPage 519 of 623 pagesReducing the Machine Noise