Choosing the right print media
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Print media
Labels
Your printer can print on many labels designed for use with laser printers. However, vinyl labels are
not supported. These labels are supplied in letter size and A4 size sheets. Label adhesives, face
sheet (printable stock), and topcoats must be able to withstand temperatures of 205°C (401°F) and
pressure of 25 pounds per square inch (psi) (172 kilopascals).
For detailed information on label printing, characteristics and design, refer to the Card Stock & Label
Guide available on Lexmark’s Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications.
When printing on labels:
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Set the Paper Type to Labels from the printer driver or from MarkVision.
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For more information about printing labels from Tray 1 (standard tray), refer to the Card Stock
& Label Guide.
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You can send labels to the standard output bin; however, they may print more successfully
when sent to the rear output bin.
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Do not load labels together with paper or transparencies in the same paper source.
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Do not use label sheets with a slick backing material.
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Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the die cut.
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Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a
jam. Partial sheets also contaminate your printer and your cartridge with adhesive, and could
void your printer and cartridge warranties.
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Use labels that can withstand temperatures of 205°C (401°F) without sealing, excessive
curling, wrinkling, or releasing hazardous emissions.
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Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-
cuts of the label.
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Do not use label sheets that have adhesive to the edge of the sheet. We recommend zone
coating of the adhesive at least 1 mm (0.04 in.) away from edges. Adhesive material
contaminates your printer and could void your warranty.
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If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip should be removed on
the leading and driver edge, and a non-oozing adhesive should be used.
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Remove a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip from the leading edge to prevent labels from peeling inside
the printer.
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Portrait orientation is preferred, especially when printing bar codes.
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Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on the sheets.
