Lexmark E450dn User Manual

Understanding the control panel
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Learning about the printer
5 and 6 Navigation 
buttonsThe Up and Down buttons are used to move up or down lists.
When navigating through a list using the Up or Down button, the cursor moves 
one line at a time. Pressing the Down button at the bottom of the screen changes 
the screen to the next whole page.
The Left or Right buttons are used to move within a screen such as moving from 
one menu index item to another. They are also used to scroll through text that will...

Understanding print media guidelines
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2Understanding print media guidelines
Print media is paper, card stock, transparencies, labels, and envelopes. The last four are sometimes referred to as specialty 
media. The printer provides high-quality printing on a variety of media. A number of things must be considered concerning 
media before printing. This chapter provides information on making media selections and caring for media.
 What types of print media can be loaded?
 Tips on choosing the right...

Tips on choosing the right print media
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Understanding print media guidelines
Tips on choosing the right print media
Selecting the right paper or other print media reduces printing problems. For best print quality, try a sample of the paper or 
other print media you are considering before buying large quantities.
Note:Certain paper types will not print at maximum speed.
See the Card Stock & Label Guide available on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications for more 
information about which...

Tips on choosing the right print media
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Understanding print media guidelines
Condition paper while it is still in the original wrapper. To condition it, store it in the same environment as the printer for 24 
to 48 hours before printing to let the paper stabilize in the new conditions. Extend the time several days if the storage or 
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...

Tips on choosing the right print media
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Understanding print media guidelines
Make sure the Paper Type, Paper Texture, and Paper Weight settings are correct. (See “Paper Menu” in the Menus 
and Messages Guide located on the Software and Documentation CD for detailed information about these 
settings.)
Make sure the paper is properly loaded in the source.
Flex paper back and forth, and then fan. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges on a level surface.
Selecting preprinted forms and...

Tips on choosing the right print media
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Understanding print media guidelines
Be sure to set the Paper Type to Transparency from the printer driver or from MarkVision™ Professional to avoid 
damaging the printer.
Use transparencies designed specifically for laser printers. Transparencies must be able to withstand 
temperatures of 175°C (350°F) without melting, discoloring, offsetting or releasing hazardous emissions.
To prevent print quality problems, avoid getting fingerprints on the...

Tips on choosing the right print media
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Labels
The printer can print on many labels designed for use with laser printers, except for vinyl labels. 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 210°C (410°F) and pressure of 25 pounds per square inch (psi).
Try a sample of any label you are considering using with the printer before...

Storing print media
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Understanding print media guidelines
Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Preprinting 
introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer.
The use of grain short card stock is recommended.
Storing print media
Use the following guidelines to avoid paper feeding problems and uneven print quality.
For best results, store media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C (70°F) and the 
relative...

Printing
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3Printing
This chapter covers information about loading print media, sending a job to print, canceling a print job, printing a menu 
settings page, and printing a font list. For tips on paper jam prevention and print media storage, see Avoiding jams on 
page 18 or Storing print media on page 18.
Loading the 250-sheet tray
Your printer has a 250-sheet tray. You may have also purchased an optional 550-sheet drawer. Print media is loaded into 
both components the same way.
To load print media:...

Loading the 250-sheet tray
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Printing
2Squeeze the side guide tab, and slide the guide to the outside of the tray.
3Squeeze the rear guide tab, and slide the guide to the correct position for the size media you are loading.
4Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, then fan them. Do not fold or crease the print media. Straighten the 
edges on a level surface.
5Load print media in the tray.
Note:Load letterhead paper with the design side facing down. The top edge of the sheet with the logo 
should...