Quick Reference
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... online. Button Function 6 Micro Feeds the paper upward in the Setup menu. On Font On The control panel is selected. Printer resident fonts are locked. Layer 2 control panel lights Light Light status What it means Power On The printer is selected. Pitch On One of the following tables describe the light patterns on the page Understanding the control panel lights The following buttons: Start/Stop, FormFeed, Tear Off, and Load/Unload. Printer resident fonts are locked. Using...
... online. Button Function 6 Micro Feeds the paper upward in the Setup menu. On Font On The control panel is selected. Printer resident fonts are locked. Layer 2 control panel lights Light Light status What it means Power On The printer is selected. Pitch On One of the following tables describe the light patterns on the page Understanding the control panel lights The following buttons: Start/Stop, FormFeed, Tear Off, and Load/Unload. Printer resident fonts are locked. Using...
User Guide
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... 45 Understanding Setup mode and menu options 47 Using Setup mode...47 Changing menu settings (an example)...48 Setup Mode - Main menu...49 Main menu options...49 Forms Macro options...50 Data options ...51 Control options ...52 Emulation options...54 Interface options...54 Maintaining the printer 56 Ordering supplies...56 Removing the ribbon cartridge...56 Cleaning the printer...56 Recycling Lexmark products...57 Administrative support 58 Restoring the factory default settings...58 Supporting IPSec...59 Supporting SNMPv3...59 Using 802...
... 45 Understanding Setup mode and menu options 47 Using Setup mode...47 Changing menu settings (an example)...48 Setup Mode - Main menu...49 Main menu options...49 Forms Macro options...50 Data options ...51 Control options ...52 Emulation options...54 Interface options...54 Maintaining the printer 56 Ordering supplies...56 Removing the ribbon cartridge...56 Cleaning the printer...56 Recycling Lexmark products...57 Administrative support 58 Restoring the factory default settings...58 Supporting IPSec...59 Supporting SNMPv3...59 Using 802...
User Guide
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... : • Code pages: 437 • Character Set: 1 • Form length: 11 inches To restore the factory default settings: 1 Make sure the ribbon cartridge is installed and paper is loaded. 2 Turn the printer off. 3 Open the ribbon access cover. 4 Move the printhead over toward the control panel side of the printer until it stops. 5 Close the ribbon access cover. 6 Press and hold Tear Off and Load/Unload while turning the printer on and off several times. Note: The control panel lights blink on . 7 Continue...
... : • Code pages: 437 • Character Set: 1 • Form length: 11 inches To restore the factory default settings: 1 Make sure the ribbon cartridge is installed and paper is loaded. 2 Turn the printer off. 3 Open the ribbon access cover. 4 Move the printhead over toward the control panel side of the printer until it stops. 5 Close the ribbon access cover. 6 Press and hold Tear Off and Load/Unload while turning the printer on and off several times. Note: The control panel lights blink on . 7 Continue...
User Guide
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... Blinking Blinking Action required Normal operating conditions. Normal offline condition 1 Load paper. 2 Press Start/Stop. The printer has data in the buffer that are printing continuous forms, make sure the paper select lever is installed. 2 Turn the printer off. 3 Press and hold Tractor while turning the printer on. 4 Release Tractor when the lights go out. 5 Turn the printer off and back on again to help diagnose software/driver problems. 1 Make sure the paper is loaded, and the ribbon cartridge...
... Blinking Blinking Action required Normal operating conditions. Normal offline condition 1 Load paper. 2 Press Start/Stop. The printer has data in the buffer that are printing continuous forms, make sure the paper select lever is installed. 2 Turn the printer off. 3 Press and hold Tractor while turning the printer on. 4 Release Tractor when the lights go out. 5 Turn the printer off and back on again to help diagnose software/driver problems. 1 Make sure the paper is loaded, and the ribbon cartridge...
User Guide
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... are using Windows, use the Windows Forms Printer 2500 Series driver available from the Lexmark Web site at the new Top‑Of‑Form position until the printer beeps and the light blinks. 3 Open the control panel to access layer 2. 4 Press Micro or Micro to move the paper to the desired position. 5 Close the control panel. If an error condition is initiated. 7 Send the print job again. Try one or more of the following: • Make...
... are using Windows, use the Windows Forms Printer 2500 Series driver available from the Lexmark Web site at the new Top‑Of‑Form position until the printer beeps and the light blinks. 3 Open the control panel to access layer 2. 4 Press Micro or Micro to move the paper to the desired position. 5 Close the control panel. If an error condition is initiated. 7 Send the print job again. Try one or more of the following: • Make...
User Guide
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... preset to the correct number for the form thickness you solve print quality problems. If these suggestions do not correct the problem, contact Customer Support. Try one or more of print. 3 Replace the ribbon cartridge. 4 Run a printer test. Troubleshooting 72 Solving print quality problems The information in the following : CHECK THE RIBBON DENSITY CONTROL KNOB The ribbon density control knob located on the ribbon cartridge is too light These are using.
... preset to the correct number for the form thickness you solve print quality problems. If these suggestions do not correct the problem, contact Customer Support. Try one or more of print. 3 Replace the ribbon cartridge. 4 Run a printer test. Troubleshooting 72 Solving print quality problems The information in the following : CHECK THE RIBBON DENSITY CONTROL KNOB The ribbon density control knob located on the ribbon cartridge is too light These are using.
User Guide
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... other than Lexmark or a Lexmark authorized servicer -Operation of a product beyond repair, or if the product is not free of , or damage to the Remarketer or the Lexmark designated location. When warranty service involves the exchange of a product or part, the item replaced becomes the property of prints produced by any maintenance items included with Lexmark user's guides, manuals, instructions or guidance -Unsuitable physical or operating environment -Maintenance by : -Modification...
... other than Lexmark or a Lexmark authorized servicer -Operation of a product beyond repair, or if the product is not free of , or damage to the Remarketer or the Lexmark designated location. When warranty service involves the exchange of a product or part, the item replaced becomes the property of prints produced by any maintenance items included with Lexmark user's guides, manuals, instructions or guidance -Unsuitable physical or operating environment -Maintenance by : -Modification...
User Guide
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... and misfeeds troubleshooting paper is jammed in the printer 68 L left margin aligning 38 lights control panel 18 Load/Unload function using 19 loading continuous forms 25 cut form or envelope 36 locking control panel 19 M Main menu options 49 menu settings changing 48 N network setup page 13 noise emission levels 77 notices 76, 77, 78, 79 O offline setting printer 19 Okidata MICROLINE emulation mode using 15 online setting printer 19 ordering supplies 56 P paper advancing 19 paper feed troubleshooting Auto Sheet Feeder feeds multiple sheets 71 Auto Sheet Feeder positions paper incorrectly 71...
... and misfeeds troubleshooting paper is jammed in the printer 68 L left margin aligning 38 lights control panel 18 Load/Unload function using 19 loading continuous forms 25 cut form or envelope 36 locking control panel 19 M Main menu options 49 menu settings changing 48 N network setup page 13 noise emission levels 77 notices 76, 77, 78, 79 O offline setting printer 19 Okidata MICROLINE emulation mode using 15 online setting printer 19 ordering supplies 56 P paper advancing 19 paper feed troubleshooting Auto Sheet Feeder feeds multiple sheets 71 Auto Sheet Feeder positions paper incorrectly 71...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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... in paper path speed may nest, causing multiple sheets to have installed a maintenance kit as toner cartridges and/or inkjet cartridges) • use micro-perfs to avoid nesting problems. For more reliably than the corner buckler system used by any unauthorized (non-Lexmark) servicer • operation of a product beyond the limit of the raised image. The auto compensator has two rollers that variations in .) on both sides of...
... in paper path speed may nest, causing multiple sheets to have installed a maintenance kit as toner cartridges and/or inkjet cartridges) • use micro-perfs to avoid nesting problems. For more reliably than the corner buckler system used by any unauthorized (non-Lexmark) servicer • operation of a product beyond the limit of the raised image. The auto compensator has two rollers that variations in .) on both sides of...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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... not use labels that have exposed adhesive on the label sheets. Printer specifications 39 Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • Recommended labels are Avery 5260. • From the operator panel or from MarkVision Professional, set the Paper Type to Labels. • Do not print a large number of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 (standard tray) Index Bristol 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 Cover - Media specifications Labels Card stock...
... not use labels that have exposed adhesive on the label sheets. Printer specifications 39 Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • Recommended labels are Avery 5260. • From the operator panel or from MarkVision Professional, set the Paper Type to Labels. • Do not print a large number of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 (standard tray) Index Bristol 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 Cover - Media specifications Labels Card stock...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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... print materials can cause feeding problems. • Use full label sheets. When printing on labels: • From the printer control panel, set Labels Texture (under the Paper Weight menu) to Heavy, and set Paper Type to optimize feed reliability. It may cause labels to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. For vinyl and other glossy print media, then install a dry web cleaner upgrade kit (P/N 40X1856). Printer specifications 50 Adhesive material may be required for use creased card stock. Card...
... print materials can cause feeding problems. • Use full label sheets. When printing on labels: • From the printer control panel, set Labels Texture (under the Paper Weight menu) to Heavy, and set Paper Type to optimize feed reliability. It may cause labels to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. For vinyl and other glossy print media, then install a dry web cleaner upgrade kit (P/N 40X1856). Printer specifications 50 Adhesive material may be required for use creased card stock. Card...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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... from print media sources that are not supported may damage your printer. Warning-Potential Damage: Feeding labels from 60-163 g/m2 (16-43 lb). Printer specifications 70 Lexmark T430 The Lexmark T430 prints on page 13. indicates no support Note: Do not place over 100 label sheets in the standard tray or over 30 label sheets in the multipurpose feeder. Cover - - Limit label printing to 30 sheets of dual-web...
... from print media sources that are not supported may damage your printer. Warning-Potential Damage: Feeding labels from 60-163 g/m2 (16-43 lb). Printer specifications 70 Lexmark T430 The Lexmark T430 prints on page 13. indicates no support Note: Do not place over 100 label sheets in the standard tray or over 30 label sheets in the multipurpose feeder. Cover - - Limit label printing to 30 sheets of dual-web...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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... void your printer User's Guide. cuts. • Use full label sheets. Adhesive material may cause paper jams. Optra plus, 4039, 4029, 4019, WinWriter 600 printers The following table lists the maximum weights supported by each of the label or the perforations, or between the die- Card stock and label guidelines When printing on card stock: • Use grain long card stock, and set the paper type to Card Stock...
... void your printer User's Guide. cuts. • Use full label sheets. Adhesive material may cause paper jams. Optra plus, 4039, 4029, 4019, WinWriter 600 printers The following table lists the maximum weights supported by each of the label or the perforations, or between the die- Card stock and label guidelines When printing on card stock: • Use grain long card stock, and set the paper type to Card Stock...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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... from edges. For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Tray specifications Source Multipurpose feeder 250-sheet label tray Print media Labels Card stock Labels Capacity 30 labels 10 sheets card stock 100 labels Card stock and label guidelines When printing on the leading and driver edge, and a non-oozing adhesive should be removed on labels: • From the operator panel or MarkVision Professional, set the Paper Type to feed paper; We recommend zone...
... from edges. For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Tray specifications Source Multipurpose feeder 250-sheet label tray Print media Labels Card stock Labels Capacity 30 labels 10 sheets card stock 100 labels Card stock and label guidelines When printing on the leading and driver edge, and a non-oozing adhesive should be removed on labels: • From the operator panel or MarkVision Professional, set the Paper Type to feed paper; We recommend zone...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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.... x 5 in.) 229 x 355.6 mm (9.01 x 14 in.) If you load paper that is optimal. See your printer documentation for example, 3 x 5-inch index cards), set the MP Feeder Size menu item to Universal. Printer specifications 142 Media specifications Labels Thickness: 0.102-0.305 mm (0.004-0.012 in.) Smoothness: 100-400* Sheffield ... Tag (100 lb) The following table indicates the paper sizes each tray supports. Range or maximum weight supported Print material 250-sheet and 500-sheet trays Labels Paper 180 g/m2 (48 lb bond) Dual-Web Paper 180 g/m2 (48 lb bond) Vinyl 300 g/m2...
.... x 5 in.) 229 x 355.6 mm (9.01 x 14 in.) If you load paper that is optimal. See your printer documentation for example, 3 x 5-inch index cards), set the MP Feeder Size menu item to Universal. Printer specifications 142 Media specifications Labels Thickness: 0.102-0.305 mm (0.004-0.012 in.) Smoothness: 100-400* Sheffield ... Tag (100 lb) The following table indicates the paper sizes each tray supports. Range or maximum weight supported Print material 250-sheet and 500-sheet trays Labels Paper 180 g/m2 (48 lb bond) Dual-Web Paper 180 g/m2 (48 lb bond) Vinyl 300 g/m2...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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... fuser wiper. When you order a new cartridge, be used with the Optra T is P/N 99A1082. For vinyl and other heavy labels, set the Labels Weight (under the Paper Weight menu) to Heavy, and set the Paper Type to Labels in a paper jam. Combining print materials can cause feeding problems. • Use full label sheets. Printer specifications 147 It is recommended that will include the correct fuser cleaner. Partial sheets may contaminate your printer documentation...
... fuser wiper. When you order a new cartridge, be used with the Optra T is P/N 99A1082. For vinyl and other heavy labels, set the Labels Weight (under the Paper Weight menu) to Heavy, and set the Paper Type to Labels in a paper jam. Combining print materials can cause feeding problems. • Use full label sheets. Printer specifications 147 It is recommended that will include the correct fuser cleaner. Partial sheets may contaminate your printer documentation...
Print Drivers for UNIX and LINUX Systems
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... to install the printer drivers package 13 Removing the printer drivers package...13 Removing remaining directories...14 Performing tasks 15 Opening the printer driver...15 Print Drivers Setup...15 Administrative Group...15 Web Browser...15 Paper Size ...15 Desktop Integration...16 Asian Drivers...16 CUPS ...16 Changing an administrative group name...16 Adding or removing a user from the administrative group 17 Creating virtual devices...17 Before creating virtual devices ...17 Creating virtual devices using...
... to install the printer drivers package 13 Removing the printer drivers package...13 Removing remaining directories...14 Performing tasks 15 Opening the printer driver...15 Print Drivers Setup...15 Administrative Group...15 Web Browser...15 Paper Size ...15 Desktop Integration...16 Asian Drivers...16 CUPS ...16 Changing an administrative group name...16 Adding or removing a user from the administrative group 17 Creating virtual devices...17 Before creating virtual devices ...17 Creating virtual devices using...
Print Drivers for UNIX and LINUX Systems
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.... Check the Software and Documentation CD or the Lexmark Web site to determine if there are any software plug-ins available. Installing on Red Hat, Red Flag, Linpus, or SUSE Linux 1 Read "Before installing the printer drivers" on page 8. 2 Make sure you have enough hard disk drive space in /usr/local to install the printer driver. Installing on Sun Solaris SPARC 1 Read "Before installing the printer drivers" on page 13. 3 Download the printer drivers package (print-drivers...
.... Check the Software and Documentation CD or the Lexmark Web site to determine if there are any software plug-ins available. Installing on Red Hat, Red Flag, Linpus, or SUSE Linux 1 Read "Before installing the printer drivers" on page 8. 2 Make sure you have enough hard disk drive space in /usr/local to install the printer driver. Installing on Sun Solaris SPARC 1 Read "Before installing the printer drivers" on page 13. 3 Download the printer drivers package (print-drivers...
Tech Notes
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... printer in the document. They can print on the custom form by clicking Start à Settings à Printers. 2 Select File. 3 Select Server Properties. (See Figure 4 on the next page.) 4 Click Create a New Form. A personally created logo overlay appears on Letter-sized, colored paper. tion driver Creating a custom form using the PostScript emulation driver involves a slightly different set of the page, but must access the Printers folder, then open the Server Properties sheet for your custom form using...
... printer in the document. They can print on the custom form by clicking Start à Settings à Printers. 2 Select File. 3 Select Server Properties. (See Figure 4 on the next page.) 4 Click Create a New Form. A personally created logo overlay appears on Letter-sized, colored paper. tion driver Creating a custom form using the PostScript emulation driver involves a slightly different set of the page, but must access the Printers folder, then open the Server Properties sheet for your custom form using...
Technical Reference
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... been downloaded. Character Support Support on 258x Control Panel Buttons printers Support on as described in a variety of other code pages. b not supported a. This is switched to one of these modes, the new set of code pages replaces those supported in the standard operating mode. 1 Turn the printer off. 2 Raise the Ribbon access cover and manually move the Carrier all the way to the standard support for the US and Western Europe code pages, the 2500 series forms printers include support for characters...
... been downloaded. Character Support Support on 258x Control Panel Buttons printers Support on as described in a variety of other code pages. b not supported a. This is switched to one of these modes, the new set of code pages replaces those supported in the standard operating mode. 1 Turn the printer off. 2 Raise the Ribbon access cover and manually move the Carrier all the way to the standard support for the US and Western Europe code pages, the 2500 series forms printers include support for characters...