Lexmark C543dn User Manual

Paper sizeDimensions250-sheet trayOptional
550-sheet trayMultipurpose
feederManual
feeder
Universal*148 x 210 mm
(5.8 x 8.3 in.) up to
216 x 356 mm
(8.5 x 14 in.)
76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.)
up to 216 x 356 mm
(8.5 x 14 in.)XX
7 3/4 Envelope
(Monarch)98 x 191 mm
(3.9 x 7.5 in.)XX
9 Envelope98 x 225 mm
(3.9 x 8.9 in.)XX
10 Envelope105 x 241 mm
(4.1 x 9.5 in.)XX
DL Envelope110 x 220 mm
(4.3 x 8.7 in.)XX
B5 Envelope176 x 250 mm
(6.9 x 9.8 in.)XX
C5 Envelope162 x 229 mm
(6.4 x 9 in.)XX
Monarch105 x 241 mm
(4.1 x...

Paper typeStandard 250-sheet
trayOptional 550-sheet
trayMultipurpose feederManual feeder
Paper
Card stock
Transparencies*X
EnvelopesXX
Paper labels
* Lexmark transparency part numbers 12A8240 and 12A8241 are supported from the standard tray, the manual feeder,
and the multipurpose feeder.
Paper types and weights supported by the printer
Notes:
Your printer model may have a 650-sheet duo drawer, which consists of a 550-sheet tray and an integrated
100-sheet multipurpose feeder. The 550-sheet tray part of...

Paper type250-sheet trayOptional 550-sheet
trayMultipurpose feederManual feeder
Glossy papersBook—88 to 176 g/m2
grain long (60 to 120 lb
book)
Cover—162 to
176 g/m
2 grain long (60
to 65 lb cover)
Book—88 to 176 g/m2
grain long (60 to 120 lb
book)
Cover—162 to
176 g/m
2 grain long (60
to 65 lb cover)
Book—88 to 176 g/m2
grain long (60 to 120 lb
book)
Cover—162 to
176 g/m
2 grain long (60
to 65 lb cover)
Book—88 to 176 g/m2
grain long (60 to 120 lb
book)
Cover—162 to
176 g/m
2 grain long (60
to 65 lb...

Paper capacities
Input capacities
Notes:
Your printer model may have a 650-sheet duo drawer, which consists of a 550-sheet tray and an integrated
100-sheet multipurpose feeder. The 550-sheet tray part of the 650-sheet duo drawer supports the same paper as
the optional 550-sheet tray. The integrated multipurpose feeder supports different paper sizes, types, and weights.
The optional 550-sheet tray is not available for all printer models.
Paper type250-sheet trayOptional 550-sheet trayMultipurpose tray...

Printing
Printing a document
Printing a document
1Load paper into a tray or feeder.
2From the printer control panel Paper menu, set the Paper Size/Type to match the loaded paper.
3Send the print job:
For Windows users
aWith a document open, click File  Print.
bClick Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup, and then adjust the settings as needed.
Note: To print on a specific size or type of paper, adjust the paper size or type settings to match the loaded
paper, or select the appropriate tray or...

Printing specialty documents
Additional information for printing on speciality medias may be found in the Cardstock and Label Guide available on
http://support.lexmark.com.
Tips on using letterhead
Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table to determine which direction to
load the letterhead:
Source or processPrint side and paper orientation
Standard 250-sheet tray
Optional 550-sheet tray
Simplex (one-sided) printing
from trays
Printed letterhead design is placed...

Source or processPrint side and paper orientation
Manual feeder (simplex printing)
Multipurpose feederPreprinted letterhead design is placed facedown. The top edge of the sheet with the
logo should enter the manual feeder first.
Manual feeder (duplex printing)
Multipurpose feederPreprinted letterhead design is placed faceup. The top edge of the sheet with the logo
should enter the manual feeder last.
Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is...

Tips on using envelopes
Print samples on the envelopes being considered for use before buying large quantities.
When printing on envelopes:
Feed envelopes from the manual feeder or optional multipurpose feeder.
Set the Paper Type to Envelope, and select the envelope size.
Use envelopes designed specifically for laser printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure the
envelopes can withstand temperatures up to 200°C (392°F) without sealing, wrinkling, curling excessively, or
releasing hazardous...

Do not use labels with exposed adhesive.
Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the label.
Be sure adhesive backing does not reach to the sheet edge. Zone coating of the adhesive at least 1 mm (0.04 in.)
away from edges is recommended. Adhesive material contaminates the printer and could void the warranty.
If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, remove a 2-mm (0.06-in.) strip on the leading and driver edge, and
use a non-oozing...

Printing from a flash drive
A USB port is located on the printer control panel of some models. Insert a flash drive to print supported file types.
Supported file types include: .pdf, .gif, .jpeg, .jpg, .bmp, .png, .tiff, .tif, .pcx, and .dcx.
Many flash drives are tested and approved for use with the printer. For more information, visit the Lexmark Web site
at www.lexmark.com.
Notes:
Hi-Speed USB devices must support the Full-speed standard. Devices only supporting USB Low-speed capabilities
are not...