Lexmark International Inc 5056 Manuel D’Utilisation

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 

 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 

 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 CardStock 
Weight, and select the CardStock 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 
weighing more than or heavier than 163 g/m

2

 (90 lb).

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.

Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the 
printer. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer.

The use of grain long card stock is recommended.

Use the following guidelines for proper media storage. These help avoid media feeding problems and 
uneven print quality:

For best results, store media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C 
(70°F) and the relative humidity is 40%. Most label manufacturers recommend printing in a 
temperature range of 18 to 24°C (65 to 75°F) with a relative humidity of 40 to 60%.

Store cartons of media on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the floor.

When storing individual packages of media out of the original carton, make sure they rest on 
a flat surface so the edges do not buckle or curl.

Do not place anything on top of the media packages.