Lexmark Z735 User Manual

							Using the printer software
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Lexmark Solution Center
The Lexmark Z700-P700 Series Solution Center (LSC) is a guide you can refer to for printer help.
There are two ways to open the LSC:
Click Start  Programs  Lexmark Z700-P700 Series  Lexmark Z700-P700 Series 
Solution Center.
Double-click the Lexmark Z700-P700 Series Solution Center desktop icon.
The following table describes the LSC tabs: 
From this tab:You can:
How To  Receive printer information.
 Receive basic printing tips.
 Receive printing project information.
Troubleshooting  View tips for your printer status.
 View common troubleshooting topics.
Maintenance  Install a print cartridge.
 View information about how to purchase new cartridges.
 Clean the print cartridge nozzles.
 Align the cartridges.
 Solve other problems.
Note:Do not click this tab while a job is in progress.
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							Using the paper type sensor
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Using the paper type sensor
Your printer has a paper type sensor that detects these paper types:
Plain paper
Transparencies
Coated paper
Glossy/Photo paper
If you want the printer to select your paper type:
1With your document open, click File Print.
The Print dialog box appears.
2From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options.
3From the Print Properties dialog box, select the Quality/Copies tab.
4From the Paper Type area, select Use printer sensor.
Note:Your printer can detect the type of paper you are using; it cannot detect the paper 
size.
If you want to turn the paper type sensor off and select your paper type:
1With your document open, click File Print.
The Print dialog box appears.
2From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options.
3From the Print Properties dialog box, select the Quality/Copies tab.
4From the Paper Type area, select Use my choice.
Contact Information  View information about ordering supplies.
 Receive contact information for Lexmark Customer Suppor t.
 Register your printer.
 Receive a printer software update.
 Find out about special offers.
Advanced  Change printing status appearance options. 
 Download the latest software files from the World Wide Web.
From this tab:You can:
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							Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1: Printer overview .......................................................... 5
Understanding the printer parts ......................................................................  5
Using memory cards (Lexmark P700 Series only) .........................................  7
Using the printer software ..............................................................................  8
Using the paper type sensor ........................................................................  12
Chapter 2: Printing ideas............................................................. 13
Printing on plain paper .................................................................................  13
Printing photos .............................................................................................  14
Printing on premium or coated paper ...........................................................  16
Printing on both sides of a sheet of paper ....................................................  17
Printing cards ...............................................................................................  19
Printing envelopes ........................................................................................  21
Printing color images in black and white ......................................................  23
Printing a booklet..........................................................................................  24
Printing labels ...............................................................................................  27
Printing handouts .........................................................................................  29
Printing a poster ...........................................................................................  31
Printing iron-on transfers ..............................................................................  34
Printing transparencies.................................................................................  35
Printing your document in reverse order ......................................................  37
Printing a banner ..........................................................................................  39
Printing on custom size paper ......................................................................  41
Chapter 3: Maintenance............................................................... 43
Replacing the print cartridges.......................................................................  43
Aligning the print cartridges ..........................................................................  47
Improving print quality ..................................................................................  47
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Paper support
Front cover
Paper exit tray
Power button
Paper Feed button
Paper guide 
and release tabUSB cable connector
Power supply connector
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Left cartridge carrier:
Color cartridges onlyRight cartridge carrier:
Black or Photo cartridges
19 48
20 50
25 55
90 (Photo)
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For information about:See page:
Solving network printing problems 55
Understanding error messages and flashing lights 55
Resolving unsuccessful or slow printing 57
Clearing paper misfeeds or jams 59
Solving print quality problems 60
Solving specialty media problems 63
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							Printing photos
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Step 2: Customize the print settings
If you are using plain A4 or letter size paper, and you want to print with normal print quality, you do 
not need to adjust the settings.
If you are using specialty media, follow the steps for your paper type.
Step 3: Print your document
Click OK.
Printing photos
For the best photo printing results, we recommend you use:
The photo software included with your printer.
A photo cartridge. For more information on cartridges, see page 43.
Photo paper. 
Note:You may want to print on plain paper before loading your photo paper and changing 
your settings. To print on photo cards, see page 19. 
If you want to print a borderless photo using another software program, you may need to manually 
adjust settings such as:
Paper size
Page margins
Image size
Refer to your other software program’s documentation for more information.
Step 1: Load the photo paper
For best results, use photo paper that is made for inkjet printers. You can also use coated or 
glossy paper. You can load up to 25 sheets at a time, depending on the thickness of the 
paper.
If your paper includes instructions, read them carefully.
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							Printing photos
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Load the photo paper vertically against the right side of the paper support.  
Make sure the glossy or coated side is facing you.
Do not force the paper into the printer.
Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the photo paper.
Note:If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
Step 2: Customize the print settings
1With your document open, click File  Print.
The Print dialog box appears.
2From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options.
3Select a paper size:
aFrom the Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab.
bFrom the Paper Size area, select:
–Borderless if you want to print a borderless photo. The size of the paper you are 
using and the size of the photo you want to print must be the same.
–Paper if you do not want the printer to print to the edges of the paper.
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cFrom the Paper Size menu, select the correct size. For more information about printing on 
custom size paper, see page 41.
4Click OK.
Step 3: Print your photos
Click OK.
Note:To prevent smudging, remove each photo as it exits the printer, and then let it dry 
before stacking. 
Printing on premium or coated paper
You can load up to 100 sheets of premium paper at a time, depending on the thickness of the paper.
Step 1: Load the premium paper 
If your paper includes instructions, read them carefully.
Load the premium paper vertically against the right side of the paper support.   
If there is a special mark on the paper, make sure the mark is facing away from you. 
Do not force the paper into the printer.
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							Printing on both sides of a sheet of paper
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Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper.
Note:If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
Step 2: Customize the print settings
1With your document open, click File  Print.
The Print dialog box appears.
2From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options.
3Select a paper size:
aFrom the Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab.
bFrom the Paper Size area, select Paper.
cFrom the Paper Size menu, select the correct size. For more information about printing on 
custom size paper, see page 41.
4Click OK.
Step 3: Print your document
Click OK.
Note:The paper exit tray holds up to 50 sheets of premium paper. If you want to print 
more than 50 pages, remove the first 50 sheets from the paper exit tray before you 
continue printing. 
Printing on both sides of a sheet of paper
You can conserve paper by printing on both sides. Load up to 100 sheets of paper at a time, 
depending on the thickness of the paper.
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							Printing on both sides of a sheet of paper
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Step 1: Load the paper
Note:For the best print quality, use a heavier weight paper.
Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. 
Do not force the paper into the printer.
Make sure the print side is facing you.
Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper.
Note:If you are using letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
Step 2: Customize the print settings
1With your document open, click File  Print.
The Print dialog box appears.
2From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options.
3Print on both sides of the page:
aFrom the Print Properties dialog box, select the Print Layout tab.
bFrom the Duplexing area, select Two-Sided.
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							Printing cards
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cSelect Side Flip or Top Flip.
If you select Side Flip, the pages of your document turn like the pages of a magazine. If 
you select Top Flip, the pages turn like the pages of a legal pad.
4Further customize your document following the steps for your paper type.
5Click OK.
Step 3: Print your document
Click OK.
The odd-numbered pages print first, along with a reloading instruction page. When the 
odd-numbered pages finish printing, the printer software prompts you to reload the paper.
1Load the stack of paper and reloading instruction page with the printed side facing away from 
you and the arrows pointing down into the paper support.
2Click Continue Printing.
The even-numbered pages print.
If you do not want to print the reloading instruction page:
1From the Print Properties dialog box, click Options  Style Options.
2Clear the Print Instruction page to assist in reloading check box. 
3Click OK.
Printing cards
You can load up to 25 greeting cards, index cards, photo cards, or postcards at a time, depending on 
the thickness of the cards.
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							Printing cards
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Step 1: Load the cards
If your cards include instructions, read them carefully.
Load the cards vertically against the right side of the paper support. 
Make sure the print side is facing you.
Do not force the cards into the printer.
Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the cards.
Step 2: Customize the print settings
1With your document open, click File  Print.
The Print dialog box appears.
2From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options.
3Select a paper size:
aFrom the Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab.
bFrom the Paper Size area, select:
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