Lexmark C544dw User Manual

6Press the arrow buttons until the correct unit of measure appears, and then press .
Submitting changes appears, followed by the Universal Setup menu.
7Press , and then press  to return to the Ready state.
Specify the paper height and width
Defining a specific height and width measurement for the Universal paper size (in the portrait orientation) allows the
printer to support the size, including support for standard features such as duplex printing and printing multiple pages
on one sheet.
1From the...

2Squeeze the length guide tab inward as shown, and slide the guide to the correct position for the paper size being
loaded.
Note: Use the size indicators on the bottom of the tray to help position the guide.
3If the paper is longer than A4 or letter size, push the green tab at the back of the tray to extend it.
4Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the
edges on a level surface.
5Load the paper stack with the recommended print side...

6Make sure the paper guides are secure against the edges of the paper.
Note: Make sure that side guides are placed tightly against the edges of the paper so that the image is registered
properly on the page.
7Insert the tray.
8If a different type or size of paper was loaded than the type or size previously loaded in the tray, change the Paper
Type or Paper Size setting for the tray from the printer control panel.
Note: Mixing paper sizes or types in a tray may lead to jams.
Loading the 650-sheet duo...

Using the multipurpose feeder
1Push the feeder release latch to the left to open the multipurpose feeder.
2Grasp the extension, and pull it straight out until it is fully extended.
3Prepare the paper for loading.
Flex sheets of paper back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten
the edges on a level surface.
Hold transparencies by the edges and fan them. Straighten the edges on a level surface.
Note: Avoid touching the print side of transparencies. Be...

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1Tab
2Stack height limiter
3Width guides
4Size indicators
5Load the paper, and then adjust the width guide to lightly touch the edge of the paper stack.
Load paper, card stock, and transparencies with the recommended print side facedown and the top edge
entering first.
Load envelopes with the flap side up.
Warning—Potential Damage: Never use envelopes with stamps, clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, or
self-stick adhesives. These envelopes may severely damage the printer.
Notes:
Do not load or...

Using the manual feeder
The standard 250-sheet tray has an integrated manual feeder that can be used to print on different types of paper one
sheet at a time.
1Load one sheet of paper facedown into the center of the manual feeder.
Notes:
Load letterhead faceup, with the top of the sheet entering first.
Load envelopes with the flap side down and with the stamp area as shown.
2Feed paper into the manual feeder only to the point where its leading edge can contact the paper guides.
Note: To achieve the best...

Loading paper and specialty media
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Paper and specialty media guidelines
Additional information for printing on speciality medias may be found in the Cardstock and Label Guide available at
http://support.lexmark.com.
Paper guidelines
Paper characteristics
The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. Consider these characteristics when evaluating
new paper stock.
Weight
The printer can automatically feed paper weights from 60 to 176 g/m2 (16 to 47 lb bond) grain long. Paper lighter than
75 g/m
2 (20 lb) might...

Fiber content
Most high-quality xerographic paper is made from 100% chemically treated pulped wood. This content provides the
paper with a high degree of stability resulting in fewer paper feeding problems and better print quality. Paper containing
fibers such as cotton possesses characteristics that can negatively affect paper handling.
Selecting paper
Using appropriate paper prevents jams and helps ensure trouble-free printing.
To help avoid jams and poor print quality:
Always use new, undamaged...

Supported paper sizes, types, and weights
The following tables provide information on standard and optional input sources and the sizes, types, and weights of
print media they support.
Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size.
Paper sizes supported by the printer
Notes:
Your printer model may have a 650-sheet duo drawer, which consists of a 550-sheet tray and an integrated
100-sheet multipurpose feeder. The 550-sheet tray part of the 650-sheet duo drawer supports the same...