Labels; Card Stock - Lexmark C520 User Manual

Labels

The printer can print on paper labels designed for use with laser printers. Only letter size, A4 size, and legal size label
sheets should be used. Label adhesives, face sheet (printable stock), and topcoats must be able to withstand temperatures
of 180°C (356°F) and pressure of 30 pounds per square inch (psi). Do not use vinyl labels.
Try a sample of any labels considered for use with the printer before purchasing a large quantity.
For detailed information on label printing, characteristics and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the
Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications.
When printing on labels:
• Set the Paper Type menu item to Labels in the Paper Menu. Set the Paper Type from the printer operator
panel, the printer driver, or from MarkVision Professional.
• Do not load labels together with paper or transparencies in the same source; mixing media can cause feeding
problems.
• Do not use label sheets with a slick backing material.
• Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam. Partial sheets
also contaminate the printer and the cartridge with adhesive, and could void the printer and cartridge warranties.
• Use labels that can withstand temperatures of 180°C (356°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or
releasing hazardous emissions.
• 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.
• Do not use label sheets that have adhesive to the edge of the sheet. Zone coating of the adhesive at least 1 mm
(0.04 in.) away from edges is recommended. Adhesive material contaminates the printer and could void the
warranty.
• If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, remove a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip on the leading and driver edge, and
use a non-oozing adhesive.
• Portrait orientation is preferred, especially when printing bar codes.
• Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive.
For detailed information on label printing, characteristics, and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide, available on the
Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications.

Card stock

Card stock is single ply, and has a large array of properties, such as the moisture content, thickness, and texture, that can
significantly affect print quality. See Identifying media sources and specifications for information on the preferred weight
for the grain direction of media.
Try a sample of any card stock considered for use with the printer before purchasing a large quantity.
See Media types and weights for information on the preferred weight of media.
When printing on card stock:
• Set the Paper Type menu item in the Paper Menu to Card Stock from the operator panel, from the printer driver,
or from MarkVision Professional. Set the Paper Weight to Card Stock Weight, and select the Card Stock
Weight as Normal or Heavy for the value. Set this from the operator panel, the printer driver, or from MarkVision
Professional. Use Heavy for card stock heavier than 163 g/m
• Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing can significantly affect the print quality and cause media
handling or jamming problems.
• Avoid using card stock that may release hazardous emissions when heated.
Media specifications
2
(90 lb Index Bristol).
Media guidelines
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