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.... Note: Labels or papers that performed satisfactorily in a cut-sheet form. Unfortunately, it to convert the base material into cut -sheet product designed for use in more frequent service calls. Be aware that concentrate on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their customers to meet...
.... Note: Labels or papers that performed satisfactorily in a cut-sheet form. Unfortunately, it to convert the base material into cut -sheet product designed for use in more frequent service calls. Be aware that concentrate on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their customers to meet...
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... the print material is based on printing. Dimensions All printers have measurable characteristics that you use forms that is very different from day to the same standard sheet size: for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printer families prints on the orientation of the paper, which ...may cause paper jams or feed reliability problems in paper path turns. For example, if you need to link two forms together when printing multiple forms. An optional Universally Adjustable Tray ...
... the print material is based on printing. Dimensions All printers have measurable characteristics that you use forms that is very different from day to the same standard sheet size: for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printer families prints on the orientation of the paper, which ...may cause paper jams or feed reliability problems in paper path turns. For example, if you need to link two forms together when printing multiple forms. An optional Universally Adjustable Tray ...
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... remove the wrapper from the stock before you are ready to load it moves through the printer, the perforations should hold without contaminating the printer or creating hazardous fumes. Lexmark printers are designed to operate in a temperature range of the ink you are more likely to ...80%. Preprinted inks must be smooth and clean with relative humidity of the form to 25 psi without breaking....
... remove the wrapper from the stock before you are ready to load it moves through the printer, the perforations should hold without contaminating the printer or creating hazardous fumes. Lexmark printers are designed to operate in a temperature range of the ink you are more likely to ...80%. Preprinted inks must be smooth and clean with relative humidity of the form to 25 psi without breaking....
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...by any unauthorized (non-Lexmark) servicer • operation of a product beyond the limit of the form. Perforations that could cause nesting and tenting should fall outside of Lexmark specifications • use of non-Lexmark product or component Pick roller technology Some printers have an auto compensator...cycle • failure to bleed charge. Avoid placing deep perforations in the "Printer specifications" chapter. This can interfere with a corner buckler system.) You may want to use of non-Lexmark supplies (such as specified (if applicable) • use of printing media ...
...by any unauthorized (non-Lexmark) servicer • operation of a product beyond the limit of the form. Perforations that could cause nesting and tenting should fall outside of Lexmark specifications • use of non-Lexmark product or component Pick roller technology Some printers have an auto compensator...cycle • failure to bleed charge. Avoid placing deep perforations in the "Printer specifications" chapter. This can interfere with a corner buckler system.) You may want to use of non-Lexmark supplies (such as specified (if applicable) • use of printing media ...
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... can also view the supported paper types in the documentation that must withstand the high temperatures used to describe the weight in the printer paper path. Orientation of paper fibers (grain direction), moisture content, thickness, texture, and other properties can significantly impact printing, as...stock (176 g/m2) is heavier than 90 lb Index card stock (163 g/m2). Perforation and creasing may not be enough voltage to forms. For example, preprinting introduces semi-liquid, volatile components that came with a vellum finish. In general, we recommend a single-ply construction ...
... can also view the supported paper types in the documentation that must withstand the high temperatures used to describe the weight in the printer paper path. Orientation of paper fibers (grain direction), moisture content, thickness, texture, and other properties can significantly impact printing, as...stock (176 g/m2) is heavier than 90 lb Index card stock (163 g/m2). Perforation and creasing may not be enough voltage to forms. For example, preprinting introduces semi-liquid, volatile components that came with a vellum finish. In general, we recommend a single-ply construction ...
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Grain orientation Grain refers to move reliably through the printer. Grain is recommended to reduce potential curl problems. Curl may decrease the ability of the form to the alignment of the paper fibers in .) 75 20 50 - - 90 24 60 - - 105 28 70 - - 108 29 - 40 - - ... - 110 - - 125 Depending on the weight of any card stock you currently use. If your printer documentation for more information. Contact your printer supports. Most printers feed paper short edge first. For lighter card stocks, grain long is either grain short, running the ...
Grain orientation Grain refers to move reliably through the printer. Grain is recommended to reduce potential curl problems. Curl may decrease the ability of the form to the alignment of the paper fibers in .) 75 20 50 - - 90 24 60 - - 105 28 70 - - 108 29 - 40 - - ... - 110 - - 125 Depending on the weight of any card stock you currently use. If your printer documentation for more information. Contact your printer supports. Most printers feed paper short edge first. For lighter card stocks, grain long is either grain short, running the ...
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... The liner, also known as the carrier or backing, is fed into the printer first, and using a corner buckler rather than grain short paper, which the label is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which use the wiper to its original flat state when released....quantities. Choosing appropriate materials for use in high speed laser printers (50 or more pages per minute) may cause paper jams or damage to the edge of these label components will help ensure reliable printing. If the form remains bent, it possible to separate sheets of three basic ...
... The liner, also known as the carrier or backing, is fed into the printer first, and using a corner buckler rather than grain short paper, which the label is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which use the wiper to its original flat state when released....quantities. Choosing appropriate materials for use in high speed laser printers (50 or more pages per minute) may cause paper jams or damage to the edge of these label components will help ensure reliable printing. If the form remains bent, it possible to separate sheets of three basic ...
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... through the rollers (wet or dry) during the conversion process, some of pressure-sensitive constructions using an auto compensator • 4019, 4029, 4039, 4049 • Lexmark E220, E320, E321, E322, E323, T420, W820, X422 • Optra 12L, 12R, Lxi, Lx, Rx • Optra R+, Rt+, Lx+, Lxi+ ... liners are made from sulfate pulp and are generally preferred for the printer feed mechanism to these temperatures and could cause melting or contamination in dual web forms construction. Most MG papers have a melt temperature that are called label papers. Since there is uncoated and low ...
... through the rollers (wet or dry) during the conversion process, some of pressure-sensitive constructions using an auto compensator • 4019, 4029, 4039, 4049 • Lexmark E220, E320, E321, E322, E323, T420, W820, X422 • Optra 12L, 12R, Lxi, Lx, Rx • Optra R+, Rt+, Lx+, Lxi+ ... liners are made from sulfate pulp and are generally preferred for the printer feed mechanism to these temperatures and could cause melting or contamination in dual web forms construction. Most MG papers have a melt temperature that are called label papers. Since there is uncoated and low ...
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... 9 F face sheet 21 fiber content 151 finishes 17, 21 form design 11, 9 fumes 9, 23 fuser cleaner Optra Plus and 4039 printers 130 Optra S 143 G grain orientation 16 H humidity 9 I industry 8 inks (preprinted stock) 10 integrated forms 29 ironing 10 L label and paper Industry 8 label characteristics 19...fuser cleaner (Optra S) 143 labels construction 21, 19 design 23, 19 dual web forms 27 duplexing 19 integrated forms 29 printer maintenance 19 printing 19 vinyl and polyester labels 28 laser printers 7 liners 21 M maintenance procedures 13 manufacturers 8 matrix defined 151 stripped edge 23 total...
... 9 F face sheet 21 fiber content 151 finishes 17, 21 form design 11, 9 fumes 9, 23 fuser cleaner Optra Plus and 4039 printers 130 Optra S 143 G grain orientation 16 H humidity 9 I industry 8 inks (preprinted stock) 10 integrated forms 29 ironing 10 L label and paper Industry 8 label characteristics 19...fuser cleaner (Optra S) 143 labels construction 21, 19 design 23, 19 dual web forms 27 duplexing 19 integrated forms 29 printer maintenance 19 printing 19 vinyl and polyester labels 28 laser printers 7 liners 21 M maintenance procedures 13 manufacturers 8 matrix defined 151 stripped edge 23 total...
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Forms Printer 2500+ Series User's Guide January 2012 www.lexmark.com
Forms Printer 2500+ Series User's Guide January 2012 www.lexmark.com
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Printer front view 1 2 A 7 6 5 4 3 Part name 1 Forms thickness lever 2 Ribbon access cover 3 Paper select lever 4 Paper guides 5 Manual feeder 6 Front cover 7 Control panel Depending on the model you have chosen, your printer may look slightly different from the printer in 9‑ and 24‑wire narrow‑ and wide‑carriage models. Learning about the printer 7 Learning about the printer Printer overview The LexmarkTM Forms Printer 2500+ Series printers are available in the illustration.
Printer front view 1 2 A 7 6 5 4 3 Part name 1 Forms thickness lever 2 Ribbon access cover 3 Paper select lever 4 Paper guides 5 Manual feeder 6 Front cover 7 Control panel Depending on the model you have chosen, your printer may look slightly different from the printer in 9‑ and 24‑wire narrow‑ and wide‑carriage models. Learning about the printer 7 Learning about the printer Printer overview The LexmarkTM Forms Printer 2500+ Series printers are available in the illustration.
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...knockout 8 Parallel connector 9 USB connector 10 Optional Tractor 2 connector knockout 11 Power cord connector Applying control panel overlays The Lexmark Forms Printer 2500+ Series printers have control panel overlays available in the language of your choice: 1 Peel the backing off of the layer 1 label, ...layer 2 label, and then place the overlay directly over layer 2 of the control panel. To apply an overlay in different languages. Learning about the printer 8 Printer back view 5 1 2 3 4 11 6 10 7 98 Part name 1 Ribbon access cover latch 2 Acoustic flap 3 Tear Off bar 4 Ribbon...
...knockout 8 Parallel connector 9 USB connector 10 Optional Tractor 2 connector knockout 11 Power cord connector Applying control panel overlays The Lexmark Forms Printer 2500+ Series printers have control panel overlays available in the language of your choice: 1 Peel the backing off of the layer 1 label, ...layer 2 label, and then place the overlay directly over layer 2 of the control panel. To apply an overlay in different languages. Learning about the printer 8 Printer back view 5 1 2 3 4 11 6 10 7 98 Part name 1 Ribbon access cover latch 2 Acoustic flap 3 Tear Off bar 4 Ribbon...
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...may be malfunctioning. The fully qualified domain name is Connected. Printing from Windows or DOS Windows When printing from a Windows application, use the Windows Forms Printer 2500 Series driver available from the electrical outlet. 3 Check the first section on the network setup page, and then confirm that came with your level...of a pen, press the recessed button located just above the network connector. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the network connector except when the printer is unplugged from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Note: The network setup page prints.
...may be malfunctioning. The fully qualified domain name is Connected. Printing from Windows or DOS Windows When printing from a Windows application, use the Windows Forms Printer 2500 Series driver available from the electrical outlet. 3 Check the first section on the network setup page, and then confirm that came with your level...of a pen, press the recessed button located just above the network connector. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the network connector except when the printer is unplugged from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Note: The network setup page prints.
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...: For Lexmark Forms Printer 2580+ or 2581+ users 1 Forms Printer 2580+ or 2581+ 2 Forms Printer 2480+ or 2481+ 3 Forms Printer 2380+ or 2381+ 4 2380+ or 2381+ 5 2380/2381 IBM Personal Printer SeriesTM II 6 4201/4202 IBM ProprinterTM III 7 4201/4202 IBM Proprinter II 8 IBM ExecJetTM Printer Model 4072 For Lexmark Forms Printer 2590+ or 2591+ users 1 Forms Printer 2590+ or 2591+ 2 Forms Printer 2490+ or 2491+ 3 Forms Printer 2390+ or...
...: For Lexmark Forms Printer 2580+ or 2581+ users 1 Forms Printer 2580+ or 2581+ 2 Forms Printer 2480+ or 2481+ 3 Forms Printer 2380+ or 2381+ 4 2380+ or 2381+ 5 2380/2381 IBM Personal Printer SeriesTM II 6 4201/4202 IBM ProprinterTM III 7 4201/4202 IBM Proprinter II 8 IBM ExecJetTM Printer Model 4072 For Lexmark Forms Printer 2590+ or 2591+ users 1 Forms Printer 2590+ or 2591+ 2 Forms Printer 2490+ or 2491+ 3 Forms Printer 2390+ or...
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Learning about the printer 15 For Forms Printer 2580+ or 2581+ users 1 Epson FX850 2 Epson FX 1050 For Forms Printer 2590+ or 2591+ users 1 Epson LQ850 2 LQ 1050 Note: The printer driver you select in your application must match the emulation mode you select for your application in the following preferred order. 1 Oki 320/321 Turbo 2 Oki 320/321 Printer drivers other than the 2500+ series support most, but not all, of the printer capabilities. Using Okidata MICROLINE emulation mode If the printer has the Okidata MICROLINE emulation option installed, select a printer from your printer.
Learning about the printer 15 For Forms Printer 2580+ or 2581+ users 1 Epson FX850 2 Epson FX 1050 For Forms Printer 2590+ or 2591+ users 1 Epson LQ850 2 LQ 1050 Note: The printer driver you select in your application must match the emulation mode you select for your application in the following preferred order. 1 Oki 320/321 Turbo 2 Oki 320/321 Printer drivers other than the 2500+ series support most, but not all, of the printer capabilities. Using Okidata MICROLINE emulation mode If the printer has the Okidata MICROLINE emulation option installed, select a printer from your printer.
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...On One of the following tables describe the light patterns on the page. Using the Start/Stop button The Lexmark Forms Printer 2500+ Series printers use of the printer resident fonts is receiving data. Understanding the control panel lights The following buttons: Start/Stop, FormFeed, Tear Off...menu. A downloaded font is activated. Tractor 2 On Tractor 2 is selected. Note: Press and hold this button to turn on the printer or enter Off mode. Layer 1 control panel lights Light Light status What it means The specified macro function is offline. Note: The...
...On One of the following tables describe the light patterns on the page. Using the Start/Stop button The Lexmark Forms Printer 2500+ Series printers use of the printer resident fonts is receiving data. Understanding the control panel lights The following buttons: Start/Stop, FormFeed, Tear Off...menu. A downloaded font is activated. Tractor 2 On Tractor 2 is selected. Note: Press and hold this button to turn on the printer or enter Off mode. Layer 1 control panel lights Light Light status What it means The specified macro function is offline. Note: The...
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...light blinks. 3 Open the control panel to make sure you have selected the correct printer driver. • If you are using Windows, then use the Windows Forms Printer 2500 Series driver available at www.lexmark.com. • If you are using DOS, then follow the instructions that are ...possible solutions. Troubleshooting 67 Solving printing problems Printer test works, but does not print Try one or more...
...light blinks. 3 Open the control panel to make sure you have selected the correct printer driver. • If you are using Windows, then use the Windows Forms Printer 2500 Series driver available at www.lexmark.com. • If you are using DOS, then follow the instructions that are ...possible solutions. Troubleshooting 67 Solving printing problems Printer test works, but does not print Try one or more...
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...or pitch is not printing or is changing If you encounter this problem, your software is jammed in the printer To clear a continuous forms paper jam: 1 Unplug the printer power cord from the Lexmark Web site at both ends. • Select the correct driver. - If you are using DOS, ... shielded and correctly connected at www.lexmark.com. - Otherwise, try the following : • Change the program so that have already printed. 3 Set the forms thickness lever to position 7. 4 Tear the continuous forms off at the perforation line just below the bottom of the printer. 5 Open the front cover. ...
...or pitch is not printing or is changing If you encounter this problem, your software is jammed in the printer To clear a continuous forms paper jam: 1 Unplug the printer power cord from the Lexmark Web site at both ends. • Select the correct driver. - If you are using DOS, ... shielded and correctly connected at www.lexmark.com. - Otherwise, try the following : • Change the program so that have already printed. 3 Set the forms thickness lever to position 7. 4 Tear the continuous forms off at the perforation line just below the bottom of the printer. 5 Open the front cover. ...
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... sure the Auto Cut Sheet Load option is set correctly. The Auto Sheet Feeder feeds paper at incorrect Top‑Of‑Form position The Top‑Of‑Form is set incorrectly. Try one or more than 150 sheets are possible solutions. For more information, see "Main menu options" on... page 50. • Make sure the paper select lever is in the paper bin. • Clean the Auto Sheet Feeder rollers: 1 Remove all paper from the printer. 2 ...
... sure the Auto Cut Sheet Load option is set correctly. The Auto Sheet Feeder feeds paper at incorrect Top‑Of‑Form position The Top‑Of‑Form is set incorrectly. Try one or more than 150 sheets are possible solutions. For more information, see "Main menu options" on... page 50. • Make sure the paper select lever is in the paper bin. • Clean the Auto Sheet Feeder rollers: 1 Remove all paper from the printer. 2 ...
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... number of lines on a page 74 lines do not start at left margin 68 print is too light 73 printer goes to Tear Off position before job finishes 67 smudged forms or print too dark 74 specified font or pitch is not printing or is changing 69 print troubleshooting buttons do... tractor 44 push tractor converting 45 paper paths 25 R recycling Lexmark products 58 WEEE statement 78 ribbon cartridge removing 57 S safety information 6 security supporting IPSec 60 supporting SNMPv3 60 using 802.1x authentication 61 setting Top‑Of‑Form 40, 41, 42 Setup mode Control options 53 Emulation options ...
... number of lines on a page 74 lines do not start at left margin 68 print is too light 73 printer goes to Tear Off position before job finishes 67 smudged forms or print too dark 74 specified font or pitch is not printing or is changing 69 print troubleshooting buttons do... tractor 44 push tractor converting 45 paper paths 25 R recycling Lexmark products 58 WEEE statement 78 ribbon cartridge removing 57 S safety information 6 security supporting IPSec 60 supporting SNMPv3 60 using 802.1x authentication 61 setting Top‑Of‑Form 40, 41, 42 Setup mode Control options 53 Emulation options ...