Lexmark C920 User Manual

Media guidelines
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Media specifications
Weight
The printer can automatically feed paper weights from 60 to 176 g/m
2 (16 to 47 lb bond) grain long. Paper lighter than
60 g/m2 (16 lb) might not be stiff enough to feed properly, causing jams. For best performance, use 90 g/m2 (24 lb bond) 
grain long paper. To use paper narrower than 182 x 257 mm (7.2 x 10.1 in.), it is recommended that the weight be greater 
than or equal to 90 g/m
2 (24 lb bond).
Curl
Curl is the tendency of media to curve at its edges....

Storing paper
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Media specifications
Unacceptable 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...

Storing paper
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Media specifications
If you store individual packages of paper out of the original carton, make sure they rest on a flat surface so the 
edges do not buckle or curl.
Do not place anything on top of paper packages.
Store paper in its original wrapper until you load it into the printer.
Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead
Use the following guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead paper for the printer:
Use grain long papers for best results for 60 to 90 g/m
2...

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Media specifications
Printing on letterhead
Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is acceptable for laser 
printers.
Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table for help when loading letterhead in the 
media sources.
Transparencies
Feed transparencies from the standard tray or the multipurpose feeder. Try a sample of any transparencies being 
considered for use with the printer before buying...

Storing paper
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Media specifications
Set the Paper Source in the Paper Menu based on the source in use, set the Paper Type to Envelope, and select 
the correct envelope size from the operator panel, the printer driver, or from MarkVision Professional.
For best performance, use envelopes made from 90 g/m
2 (24 lb bond) paper. Use up to 105 g/m2 (28 lb bond) 
weight for the 250-sheet standard tray or 105 g/m2 (28 lb bond) weight for envelopes as long as the cotton content 
is 25% or less. Envelopes with...

Storing paper
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Labels
The printer can print on many labels designed for use with laser printers. These labels are supplied in letter size, A4 size, 
and legal size sheets. Label adhesives, face sheet (printable stock), and topcoats must be able to withstand temperatures 
of 230°C (446°F) and pressure of 25 pounds per square inch (psi).
Try a sample of any labels considered for use with the printer before purchasing a large quantity.
For detailed information on label printing,...

Storing media
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Media specifications
Card stock
Card stock is single ply, and has a large array of properties, such as the moisture content, thickness, and texture, that can 
significantly affect print quality. See Identifying media sources and specifications for information on the preferred weight 
for the grain direction of media.
Try a sample of any card stock considered for use with the printer before purchasing a large quantity.
See Media types and weights for information on the preferred weight of...

Identifying media sources and specifications
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Identifying media sources and specifications
The following tables provide information on standard and optional sources, including the media sizes available from the 
Paper Size menu, and supported weights.
Note:If a media size not listed needs to be used, select the next larger size.
For information on card stock and labels, see the Card Stock & Label Guide.
Media sizes and support
Legend

 — supported
✘— unsupported
Media size...

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Universal*69.85 x 127 mm to 
297 x 1219.2 mm
(2.75 x 3.5 in. to
11.69 x 48 in.)***✘
 ✘ ✘✘
Banner297 x 914 mm 
(11.69 x 36 in.)✘
 ✘ ✘✘
Banner297 x 1219.2 mm 
(11.69 x 48 in.)✘
 ✘ ✘✘
7 3/4 Envelope
(Monarch)98.4 x 190.5 mm
(3.875 x 7.5 in.)✘
 ✘ ✘✘
9 Envelope98.4 x 225.4 mm
(3.875 x 8.9 in.)✘
 ✘ ✘✘
Com 10 
Envelope104.8 x 241.3 mm
(4.12 x 9.5 in.)✘
 ✘ ✘✘
DL Envelope110 x 220 mm
(4.33 x 8.66 in.)✘
 ✘ ✘✘
C5 Envelope162 x 229 mm
(6.38 x 9.01...

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Media support by type for optional features
Legend

 — supported
✘— unsupported
Media
550-sheet 
traysMultipurpose 
feederOptional 
duplex
Optional high 
capacity 
feeder
Optional 
finisher
Paper





Card stock

✘✘

Transparencies

✘✘

Banner✘
✘✘

1
Paper labels

✘✘

Envelopes✘
✘✘

Glossy paper

 ✘ 
 

1Output Banner size paper to Finisher Bin 1 only.
Media types and weights
Legend

 — supported
✘— unsupported
Media
Ty p e
Media...