Lexmark C77x manual Transparencies, Unacceptable paper, Grain direction, Fiber content

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Understanding paper and specialty media guidelines

transportation environment is very different from the printer environment. Thick paper may also require a longer conditioning period because of the mass of material.

Grain direction

Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either grain long, running the length of the paper, or grain short, running the width of the paper.

For 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb bond) paper, grain long fibers are recommended.

Fiber content

Most high-quality xerographic paper is made from 100% chemically pulped wood. This content provides the paper with a high degree of stability resulting in fewer paper feeding problems and better print quality. Paper containing fibers such as cotton possesses characteristics that can result in degraded paper handling.

Unacceptable paper

Note: Papers such as carbonless, very light papers and magazine paper should be copied using the flatbed. Do not use the ADF for this type of paper.

The following papers are not recommended for use with the printer:

•Chemically treated papers used to make copies without carbon paper, also known as carbonless papers, carbonless copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper

•Preprinted papers with chemicals that may contaminate the printer

•Preprinted papers that can be affected by the temperature in the printer fuser

•Preprinted papers that require a registration (the precise print location on the page) greater than ±0.09 in., such as optical character recognition (OCR) forms

In some cases, registration can be adjusted with the software application to successfully print on these forms.

•Coated papers (erasable bond), synthetic papers, or thermal papers

•Rough-edged, rough or heavily textured surface papers or curled papers

•Recycled papers containing more than 25% post-consumer waste that do not meet DIN 19 309

•Paper having a weight less than 60 g/m2 (16 lb)

•Multiple-part forms or documents

Transparencies

The MFP can print directly on transparencies designed for use in laser printers. Print quality and durability depend on the transparency used. Always print samples on the transparencies you are considering before buying large quantities.

The Paper Type setting should be set to Transparency to help prevent jams. In Macintosh, be sure to set the Paper Type to Transparency in the Print dialog on the Imaging choice in the Copies & Pages pop-up menu.

Use transparencies designed specifically for laser printers. Transparencies must be able to withstand temperatures of 230°C (446°F) without melting, discoloring, offsetting or releasing hazardous emissions. For detailed information, see the Card Stock & Label Guide, which is available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

Transparencies can be fed automatically from the standard tray or the multipurpose feeder. Before loading transparencies, fan the stack to prevent sheets from sticking together.

Be careful when you handle transparencies. Fingerprints on the surface of the transparency cause poor print quality.

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Contents MFP Option United States Government Rights Static sensitivity notice Contents Contents Understanding paper and specialty media guidelines Index 111 Learning about the MFP Basic functions of the scannerAutomatic document feeder and flatbed Understanding the MFP control panelStatus Indicates Learning about the MFPCallout Control panel item Function With fax functions Home screen and Home screen buttons CopyFax Mail Callout number Button FunctionFTP Button Button name FunctionArrow buttons, see Information on touch-screen buttons CancelJobs Button Button name Function or description Using the LCD touch-screen buttonsSample screen one Information on touch-screen buttons Scan SubmitScan Submit Flatbed BackSample screen two Down arrowSee Cancel Jobs on Cancel JobOther touch-screen buttons ContinueDone Screen buttons on page 11 for more informationFeatures Feature Feature name DescriptionPaper Menu Reports Network/Ports Settings MenusHelp Manage ShortcutsMultiple page copying CopyingQuick copy Copying Using the flatbedUnderstanding the copy screens and options Understanding the copy screens and options Copying from one size to another Making transparenciesCopying to letterhead Copying photographsMaking copies using media from a selected tray Copying mixed-sized mediaTouch Photograph Touch Scan Next or DoneReducing and enlarging copies Setting the duplex optionAdjusting copy quality Setting collation options Setting paper saving optionsPlacing separator sheets between copies Touch Separator SheetsPlacing the date and time at the top of each Placing an overlay message on eachCreating a custom job job build Touch Date/Time StampCanceling a copy job While copying pages using the flatbedCopy tips While the document is in the ADFUsing a shortcut number MailEntering an e-mail address Touch E-mail ItUsing the address book Mailing to a profileAdding e-mail subject and message information MailClick E-mail Destination Setup Changing the output file typeMailing color documents Creating an e-mail shortcutCanceling an e-mail Creating an e-mail profileUnderstanding e-mail options From the MFPUnderstanding e-mail options Mail server setup Address book setupFaxing Sending a faxFaxing Using fax destination shortcutsSending faxes from a computer Click Fax Shortcut Setup Creating shortcutsUnderstanding fax options Changing the fax resolution Adjusting the Darkness settingTouch Advanced Options Touch Delayed Send Sending a fax at a later timeFax tips Cancel an outgoing faxViewing a fax log FTP Entering the FTP addressClick FTP Shortcut Setup FTP optionsFTP options FTP tips Click Scan Profile Click Create Scan Profile Scanning to a PC or USB flash memory deviceCreate a scan to PC profile Understanding scan to PC options Scanning to a PC or USB flash memory deviceSolving scan quality problems Scanning to a USB flash memory deviceScanning tips Touch Scan to USB drivePrinting Printing from a USB flash memory deviceCanceling a print job PrintingCanceling a job from a Macintosh computer Canceling a job from the MFP control panelCanceling a job from a computer running Windows Printing the menu settings Printing a network setupPrinting a font sample list Printing a directory listPrinting confidential and held jobs Printing a confidential jobPrinting and deleting held jobs Entering a personal identification number PINPrinting Printing on specialty media Loading standard trays and optional trays Loading 500-sheet traysPrinting Loading the 2000-sheet tray Printing Loading the multipurpose feeder Linking trays Supported print media Print media sizes Print media types Print media weightsUnderstanding paper and specialty media 8 guidelines Dimensions Understanding paper and specialty media guidelines Glossy papers Optional Finisher Standard Offset Staple Paper Maximum Grain long2,3Grain short2,3 Transparencies2Paper Paper characteristicsSelecting print media Fiber content TransparenciesUnacceptable paper Grain directionEnvelopes Labels Card stockAutomatic document feeder Storing print mediaAvoiding jams Printer Installing and removing options Accessing the printer system boardInstalling a memory card Installing and removing optionsInstalling a firmware card Installing the interface card Replacing the access cover plate Maintaining the MFP Storing suppliesPage Maintaining the MFP Cleaning the scanner glass and backing materialRecycling Lexmark products Cleaning the automatic document feeder Touch Automatic Scanner Registration Touch Exit Configuration MenuScanner registration Removing the scanner top Preparing the MFP for shipment Moving the MFPMoving the MFP within the office Copy Fax Mail Clearing jamsIdentifying jams Printer access doors and trays Clearing jamsUnderstanding printer jam messages Message Check Areas What to doClearing scanner jams 290, 291, 292, and 294 Scanner JamsAdministrative support Adjusting control panel brightnessRestoring factory default settings Touch Settings Touch General SettingsAdministrative support Adjusting screen timeoutAdjusting Power Saver Restricting Function Access Configuring the MFPSetting Password Protect for the menus Preventing access to the menus from the control panel Locking the MFP using the Device Lockout PINUnlocking the MFP using the Device Lockout PIN Disabling the Driver to Fax menu itemSetting a password before printing received faxes Setting security using the Embedded Web Server EWSSetting the Advanced Password Select Always On for Held Fax ModeUsing the secure EWS Disabling SNMPv1 and SNMPv2Disabling ports and protocols Click TCP/IP Port AccessSupporting IPSec Internet Protocol Security Using 802.1x authentication Confidential Print SetupClick 802.1x Authentication Click Confidential Print SetupTouch Exit Config Menu to exit Encrypting the hard diskUsing the Restricted Server List function Hard disk wipingTroubleshooting Understanding MFP messagesOnline technical support Checking an unresponsive MFP Locating the port name and IP addressSolving copy quality problems Solving scan quality problemsTroubleshooting Symptom SolutionSolving fax problems Solving paper feed problemsSymptom Cause Solution See Ordering an ADF pick roller for more informationConventions Electronic emission notices PartIndustry Canada compliance statement Avis de conformité aux normes de l’industrie du CanadaEuropean Community EC directives conformity 103Radio interference notice MaltiR31306 Bsmi EMC noticePart Other telecommunications notices South Africa telecommunications noticeUsing this product in Germany Using this product in SwitzerlandNoise emission levels Mailing addressPower regulation notice Meter average sound pressure, dBAChina RoHS Part Name Hazardous Substances or ElementsIndex Index 113 114
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