Lexmark Z2420 User Manual

							dFrom the custom sizes list on the left of the dialog, double-click Untitled, and then type a name for the custom
paper size you set.
eClick OK.
4Open the Paper size pop-up menu again, and then choose the name of the custom paper size you added in Step
3d.
5Click Print.
Printing other specialty documents
When you installed the printer driver, some printer software was installed that may help you print specialty
documents such as booklets, posters, iron-on transfers, transparencies, and banners. For information about printing
these documents, see the Help installed with the programs or applications you choose to use.
Using Windows
1Do one of the following:
In Windows Vista, click  ΠAll Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
In Windows XP, click Start ΠPrograms or All Programs, and then select the printer program folder from
the list.
2Click the program that you want to use.
Using Macintosh
1From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder.
If the printer folder is not found on the desktop:
aGo to the Mac OS X drive where the printer software was installed.
bChoose Library ΠPrinters ΠYYYY ΠLexmark, and then select your printer model.
YYYY is the year that the printer was released.
2Double-click the application that you want to use.
Saving and deleting print settings
Using Windows
1With a document open, click File ΠPrint.
2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.
3Make adjustments to the settings.
4Click Profiles, and then click Save your current settings.
5Select an empty location for your setting, and then assign a name.
Note: The first location contains Factory Default Settings, which cannot be changed or deleted.
6Click Save.
7Close all open software dialogs.
 
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							Notes:
To retrieve your print settings, click Profiles ΠRestore a Profile, and then select the name of the profile that
you want to use.
To delete a setting, click Profiles ΠDelete Profiles. Select the setting that you want to delete, and then click
Delete.
Using Macintosh
The Presets pop-up menu lets you save the print settings you use often. When print settings are saved into a Preset,
there is no need to adjust the print settings for every print job.
1With a document open, click File ΠPrint.
2From the print options pop-up menu, choose and adjust the settings.
3From the Presets pop-up menu, choose Save As.
The Save Preset dialog appears.
4Type a name for the Preset.
5Click OK.
 
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							Working with photos
Using recommended paper
For best results when printing photos or other high-quality images, use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark
PerfectFinish
TM Photo Paper.
Printing photos
Printing photos from a CD or removable storage device connected
to the computer
Using Windows
1Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side,
see the instructions that came with the paper.)
2Insert a CD or any removable storage device (such as a flash drive, memory card, or digital camera) into the
computer.
If you install Lexmark FastPics or Lexmark Productivity Studio, then the software will launch when you insert the
flash drive, memory card, or digital camera.
3Follow the instructions on the computer screen to print photos.
4Remove the CD or storage device.
Using Macintosh
1Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side,
see the instructions that came with the paper.)
2Insert a CD or any removable storage device (such as a flash drive, memory card, or digital camera) into the
computer.
3Customize the settings as needed in the Page Setup dialog.
aWith a photo open, choose File ΠPage Setup.
bFrom the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose your printer series.
cFrom the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose the paper size loaded.
dChoose an orientation.
eClick OK.
4Customize the settings as needed in the Print dialog.
aWith a photo open, choose File ΠPrint.
bFrom the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose your printer series.
cFor Mac OS X version 10.4 or later, click Advanced. Otherwise, proceed to the next step.
dFrom the Copies & Pages pop-up menu, type the number of copies to be printed.
 
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							eFrom the same pop-up menu, choose Quality & Media.
From the Paper Type pop-up menu, choose the type of paper you are using.
From the Print Quality area, choose Automatic or Photo.
fClick Print.
5Remove the CD or storage device.
 
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							Maintaining the printer
Maintaining print cartridges
Installing print cartridges
1Open the access cover, and then press down on the cartridge carrier levers.
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2Remove the used print cartridge or cartridges.
3If you are installing new print cartridges, remove the tape from the back and bottom of the black cartridge, insert
the cartridge in the left carrier, and then close the black cartridge carrier lid.
Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the
bottom of the cartridge.
4Remove the tape from the back and bottom of the color cartridge, insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and
then close the color cartridge carrier lid.
Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the
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							5Close the access cover.
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Note: The printer must be closed to start a new print job.
Removing used print cartridges
1Make sure the printer is on.
2Lift the access cover, and then press down on the cartridge carrier latch to raise the cartridge carrier lid.
The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is busy.
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3Remove the used print cartridge.
Refilling print cartridges
The warranty does not cover repair of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge. Lexmark does not recommend
use of a refilled cartridge. Refilling a cartridge can affect print quality and may cause damage to the printer. For best
results, use Lexmark supplies.
Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges
Lexmark printers, print cartridges, and photo paper are designed to perform together for superior print quality.
If you receive an Out of Original Lexmark Ink message, the original Lexmark ink in the indicated cartridge
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							If you believe you purchased a new, genuine Lexmark print cartridge, but the Out of Original Lexmark
Ink message appears:
1Click Learn More on the message.
2Click Report a non-Lexmark print cartridge.
To prevent the message from appearing again for the indicated cartridge(s):
Replace your cartridge(s) with new Lexmark print cartridge(s).
If you are printing from a computer, click Learn more on the message, select the check box, and then click
Close.
If you are using the printer without a computer, press Cancel.
Lexmark's warranty does not cover damage caused by non-Lexmark ink or print cartridges.
Aligning the print cartridges
Using Windows
1Load plain paper.
2Click Start ΠPrograms or All Programs, and then click the printer folder.
3From the printer folder, click Maintenance ΠAlign cartridges.
4Click Print.
5Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
6If you aligned the cartridges to improve print quality, print your document again. If print quality has not improved,
clean the print cartridge nozzles.
Using Macintosh
1Load plain paper.
2From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder.
3Double-click the printer utility icon.
4From the Maintenance tab, click Print Alignment Page.
5Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
6If you aligned the cartridges to improve print quality, print your document again. If print quality has not improved,
clean the print cartridge nozzles.
Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles
Using Windows
1Load plain paper.
2Click Start ΠPrograms or All Programs, and then click the printer folder.
3From the printer folder, click Maintenance ΠClean cartridges.
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							5Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
6If print quality has not improved, then wipe the print cartridge nozzles and contacts.
Using Macintosh
1Load plain paper.
2From the Finder desktop, double click the printer folder.
3Double-click the printer utility icon.
4From the Maintenance tab, click Clean Print Nozzles.
A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them.
5To test if the print quality has improved, print the document again.
6If print quality has not improved, then try cleaning the nozzles up to two more times.
Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts
1Remove the print cartridge(s).
2Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water, and then place the cloth on a flat surface.
3Gently hold the nozzles against the cloth for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.
4Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and
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							5With another clean section of the cloth, repeat step 3 and step 4, and then let the nozzles and contacts dry
completely.
6Reinsert the print cartridge(s), and then print the document again.
7If the print quality does not improve, clean the print nozzles, and then try printing the document again.
8Repeat step 7 up to two more times.
9If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridge(s).
Preserving the print cartridges
Keep new cartridges in their packaging until you are ready to install them.
Do not remove a cartridge from the printer except to replace, clean, or store it in an airtight container. The
cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period of time.
Cleaning the exterior of the printer
1Make sure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from the wall outlet.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electric shock, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet
and disconnect all cables to the printer before proceeding.
2Remove paper from the paper support and paper exit tray.
3Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.
Warning—Potential Damage: Do not use household cleaners or detergents, as they may damage the finish of
the printer.
4Wipe only the outside of the printer, making sure to remove any ink residue that has accumulated on the paper
exit tray.
Warning—Potential Damage: Using a damp cloth to clean the interior may cause damage to your printer.
5Make sure the paper support and paper exit tray are dry before beginning a new print job.
 
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							Ordering supplies
Ordering print cartridges
Lexmark Z2400 Series (except Lexmark Z2490)
ItemPart numberAverage cartridge standard page yield is up
to1
Black cartridge36A
Page yield values available at
www.lexmark.com/pageyields.
Black cartridge236
High yield black cartridge36XLA
High yield black cartridge236XL
Color cartridge37A
Color cartridge237
High yield color cartridge37XLA
High yield color cartridge237XL
Photo cartridge31Not applicable
1 Values obtained by continuous printing. Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711.
2 Licensed Return Program Cartridge
Lexmark Z2490
ItemPart numberAverage cartridge standard page yield is up to1
Black cartridge4A
Page yield values available at www.lexmark.com/pageyields.Black cartridge24
Color cartridge5A
Color Cartridge25
Photo cartridge31Not applicable
1 Values obtained by continuous printing. Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711.
2 Licensed Return Program Cartridge
Ordering paper and other supplies
To purchase supplies or to locate a dealer near you, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com.
 
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