Lexmark Z845 User Manual

Learning about the printer
Understanding the parts of the printer
Use theTo
1Load or eject paper.
2Turn the printer on and off.
Cancel a print job. Press  in the middle of a print job.
Troubleshoot. For more information, see “Blinking power light troubleshooting” on
page 37.
3Paper exit trayStack paper as it exits.
4Access coverInstall or change the print cartridges.
Clear paper jams.
5Paper guideKeep paper straight when feeding.
6Paper supportLoad paper.
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1USB portConnect the printer to a computer using a USB cable.
2Power supplyConnect the printer to a power source using the power cord.
1Plug the cord all the way into the power supply on the printer.
2Plug the cord into an electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using.
3If the  light is not on, press .
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Learning about the software
Using the printer software
Use thisTo
The Solution CenterFind troubleshooting, maintenance, and cartridge ordering information.
Print PropertiesSelect the best print settings for the document you are printing.
Fast PicsEdit and print photos stored on the computer.
Using the Solution Center
The Solution Center provides help, as well as information about the printer status and ink level.
To open the Solution Center:
1Click Start ΠPrograms or All Programs ΠLexmark 840 Series....

From this tabYou can
TroubleshootingLearn tips about the current status.
Solve printer problems.
MaintenanceInstall the print cartridges.
View shopping options for new cartridges.
Print a test page.
Clean to fix horizontal streaks.
Align to fix blurry edges.
Remove Japanese postcard residue. Cleaning the printer rollers
is only necessary after printing on Hagaki or other types of paper
that leave powder residues.
Troubleshoot other ink problems.
Contact InformationLearn how to contact us by telephone,...

Using the Print Properties tabs
All of the print settings are on the three main tabs of the Print Properties software: Quality/Copies, Paper Setup, and
Print Layout.
TabOptions
Quality/CopiesSelect a Quality/Speed setting.
Select a Paper Type.
Customize how the printer prints several copies of a single print job:
collated, normal, or last page first.
Choose Automatic Image Sharpening.
Choose to print color images in black and white.
Paper SetupSpecify the size of paper loaded.
Select the orientation of...

Loading paper and various paper types
Loading paper
1Make sure:
You use paper designed for inkjet printers.
The paper is not used or damaged.
If you are using specialty paper, you follow the instructions that came with it.
You do not force paper into the printer.
2Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support.
3Adjust the paper guide until it rests against the left edge of the paper.
Note: To avoid paper jams, make sure the paper does not buckle when you adjust the paper guide....

Load up toMake sure
25 greeting cards
25 index cards
25 photo cards
25 postcardsThe total thickness of the card stack does not exceed 0.4 inches or
10 mm.
The print side of the cards faces you.
The cards are loaded against the right side of the paper support.
The paper guide rests against the left edge of the cards.
10 envelopesThe stamp location is in the upper left corner.
The print side of the envelopes faces you.
The envelopes are designed for use with inkjet printers.
The envelopes are loaded...

Load up toMake sure
20 sheets of banner paperYou remove all the paper from the paper support before loading the
banner paper.
You tear off only the number of pages needed to print the banner.
The banner paper is placed on a level surface behind the printer and
fed up over the paper support.
You have selected the correct paper size for the banner in Print
Properties. For more information, see “Using Print Properties” on
page 14.
The paper is loaded against the right side of the paper support.
The paper...

Printing
Printing a document
1Load paper.
2With a document open, click File ΠPrint.
3Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.
4Adjust the settings.
5Click OK.
6Click OK or Print.
Printing cards
1Load greeting cards, index cards, or postcards.
2From the software application, click File ΠPrint.
3Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.
4Select a Quality/Speed setting.
Select Photo for photos and greeting cards and Normal for other types of cards.
5Select the Paper Setup tab.
6Select...

6Select Portrait or Landscape orientation.
Notes:
Most envelopes use landscape orientation.
Make sure the same orientation is also selected in the software application.
7Click OK.
8Click OK.
9Click OK or Print.
Printing transparencies
1Load transparencies.
2With a document open, click File ΠPrint.
3Click OK or Print.
Note: To prevent smudging, remove each transparency as it exits, and let it dry before stacking. Transparencies
may require up to 15 minutes to dry.
Printing collated copies
If you print...