Brother Hl 4200cn User Manual
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LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 3 Paper Trays, Types, and Sizes The paper types, sizes, and the maximum number of sheets that you can load in the different trays are shown in the table below. Load all paper into the printer in the portrait orientation (lengthwise). The names used for the paper trays in the printer driver and this User’s Guide are as follows: ■Using low-quality paper can cause creasing and deteriorate print quality. ■When printing on paper longer than 355.6 mm (14 in.), put one sheet at a time in the MP tray, and support the paper with your hands while it feeds through the printer. ■The number of sheets that you can load varies according to the paper thickness. ■For A5 portrait from Tray 1/2/3, you can use up to 350 sheets. Standard Paper tray Tray 1 Multi-purpose tray MP Tray Optional tray module Tray 2 / 3 Tray 1 MP tray Tray 2 / 3 Paper sizeA4, Letter, Legal, B5 (JIS), Executive, A5A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (JIS), Executive, A5, Envelopes: Com-10, Monarch, DL, C5 User-defined size: width: 90.0 to 215.9 mm (3.5 to 8.5 in.), length: 139.7 to 900.0 mm (5.5 to 35.4 in.)A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (JIS), Executive, A5 Number of sheets500 sheets 100 sheets 500 sheets Media type Tray 1 MP tray Tray 2 / 3 Duplex printingSelect the Media type from the printer driver Plain paper 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 to 28 lb) LLLLPlain paper Thick paper 106 g/m2 to 162 g/m2 (29 to 43 lb) LLThick paper1 Thicker paper 163 g/m2 to 216 g/m2 (44 to 57 lb)LThick paper2 Transparency LTransparency Coated paper LGlossy paper Labels LLabels Envelopes LEnvelope
3 - 4 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES The illustration below shows the width and length mentioned in the table on 3-3. 1. Length 2. Portrait orientation 3. Feed direction 4. Width Duplex Printing Paper Types and Sizes The HL-4200CN can print on both sides of a sheet of paper. Automatic Duplex Printing For automatic duplex printing, select Duplex in the printer properties after executing the print command. You can use the following paper types and sizes for duplex printing: Manual Duplex Printing with the Multi-purpose Tray To print on both surfaces of the following types of specialty paper, print the front surface of all pages first, then put the sheets into the multi-purpose tray to print on the back surface of the pages. Do not print on the back surface of sheets whose front surface was printed using a printer other than the HL-4200CN. Paper Type Paper Sizes Plain Paper (Basis weight: 64 to 105 g/m 2 (17 to 28 lb)) Thick Paper (Basis weight: 106 to 162 g/m 2 (29 to 43 lb))A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (JIS), Executive, A5 Paper Type Paper Sizes Plain Paper (Basis weight: 64 to 105 g/m 2 (17 to 28 lb)) Thick Paper (Basis weight: 106 to 162 g/m 2 (29 to 43 lb)) Thicker Paper (Basis weight: 163 to 216 g/m 2 (44 to 57 lb))A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (JIS), Executive, A5 User-defined size: width: 149 to 210.0 mm (5.9 to 8.3 in.) length: 215.9 to 355.6 mm (8.5 to 14 in.)
LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 5 Unsuitable Paper Types Avoid using the following paper types as they can cause paper jams or damage the printer. ■Transparencies other than those recommended. ■Inkjet paper ■Paper that is too thick or too thin ■Paper with a face preprinted with another printer or copier, or paper preprinted with ink ■Folded, creased, or torn paper ■Damp or wet paper ■Curled or warped paper ■Sheets affected by static electricity ■Layered or adhesive paper ■Specially coated paper ■Colored paper with a treated surface ■Paper printed with ink that cannot withstand temperatures of 155 °C (311 °F). ■Heat-sensitive paper ■Carbon paper ■Paper with a rough surface such as textured or fiber form paper ■Acidic paper that can cause the characters to fade over time. Use neutral paper. ■Envelopes with a rough surface or clips attached ■Paper with staples, paper clips, tape, or ribbons attached ■Envelopes with sticky adhesive ■Label sheets where the backing is visible or is precut. ■T-shirt transfer paper (using heat press) ■Transfer paper (using cold water) ■Digital coated glossy paper ■Label film (transparent, colorless) ■Perforated paper Full color transparencies Inkjet paper Curled paper Paper with tape attached Shiny backing paper visible Precut label sheets
3 - 6 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES Storing Paper Failure to properly store paper can cause paper jams, deteriorate print quality, or damage the printer. Store paper under the following conditions: ■Between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 to 86 °F) ■Between 30% and 65% relative humidity ■In a dry place ■After opening the package, wrap unused sheets in their original package and store in a cabinet or other dry place. ■Store paper on a flat surface. Do not lean paper against other objects or place it in an upright position. ■Avoid storing paper in a way that may cause creasing, folding, or curling. ■Store paper away from direct sunlight.
LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 7 Loading Paper See the appropriate section below to load or change paper. For more information about suitable paper types, see Suitable and Unsuitable Paper Types on page 3-1. Load Paper in the Paper Tray Follow the steps below to load paper into the paper tray. Load paper into the optional Tray Module the same way. To load A5 paper or to change to a paper size other than A5, you need to install or remove the A5 spacer. To install or remove the A5 spacer, see Load A5 Paper in the Paper Tray/Changing the Paper Size from A5 on page 3-10. 1Gently pull out the paper tray until it stops. 2Hold the paper tray with both hands, and then lift the front slightly and pull it completely out of the printer. Place the tray on a flat surface.
3 - 8 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3Move the side paper guides to their outermost positions. 4Gently lift the end paper guide to move it, and insert the pins at the bottom of the guide in the holes (indicated by the mark) corresponding to the paper size that you want to load. Make sure that the end guide is properly inserted into the appropriate holes for the paper size. If the end paper guide is not inserted properly into the hole it could move slightly and prevent automatic paper size detection. If this occurs, move the end paper guide all the way to its outermost position again, and then realign it with the appropriate paper size mark. 5Align the four corners of the paper stack and insert the paper (print side up) under the tab. ■Do not use paper that is folded, creased, or warped. ■Make sure that all the paper is under the tab. ■Do not overload the paper tray. 1. Tab 2. MAX loading limit 6Align the side guides with the edges of the paper. Pushing the paper guides too hard against the edges of the paper stack can cause a paper jam. However, if the paper guides are too loose, the paper may twist as it feeds through the printer.
LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 9 7Hold the paper tray with both hands as you align it with the opening in the printer and gently place it in the printer. 8Push the paper tray completely back into the printer. Do not use excessive force on the paper tray. Doing so could damage the paper tray or the inside of the printer. There is an indicator next to the paper tray that tells you how much paper remains in the tray. Use this meter as a guide for refilling the paper tray. 9When printing A4 or Letter size paper, lift the stopper on the top cover.
3 - 10 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES Load A5 Paper in the Paper Tray/Changing the Paper Size from A5 Loading A5 Paper Follow the steps below to load A5 paper into the paper tray. Load paper into the optional Tray Module the same way. 1Gently pull out the paper tray until it stops. 2Hold the paper tray with both hands as you lift the front slightly and pull it completely out of the printer. Place the paper tray on a flat surface. 3Move the side paper guides to their outermost positions.
LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 11 4Gently lift the end paper guide to move it, and insert the pins at the bottom of the guide in the holes (indicated by the mark) corresponding to the paper size that you want to load. Make sure that the end guide is properly inserted into the appropriate holes for the paper size. If the end paper guide is not inserted properly into the hole it could prevent automatic paper size detection. If this occurs, move the end paper guide all the way to its outermost position again, and then realign it with the appropriate paper size mark. 5Grip the A5 spacer as you gently lift it up while pulling it forward and removing it from the tray. 6Align the A5 spacer with the paper guide slot and push it down until it clicks. 7Align the four corners of the paper stack and insert the paper (print side up) under the tab. ■Do not use paper that is folded, creased, or warped. ■Make sure that all the paper is under the tab. ■Do not overload the paper tray. A5 B5
3 - 12 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 8Align the side guides with the edges of the paper. Pushing the paper guides too hard against the edges of the paper stack can cause a paper jam. However, if the paper guides are too loose, the paper may twist as it feeds through the printer. 9Hold the paper tray with both hands as you align it with the opening in the printer and gently place it in the printer. 10Push the paper tray completely back into the printer. Do NOT use excessive force on the paper tray. Doing so could damage the paper tray or the inside of the printer. An indicator next to the paper tray tells you how much paper remains in the tray. Use this meter as a guide for refilling the paper tray.