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Print Media Guidelines189 12 Print Media Guidelines Print media can be paper, labels, envelopes, and coated paper among others. Your printer provides high-quality printing on a variety of print media. Selecting the appropriate print media for your printer helps avoid printing troubles. This section describes selecting print media, caring for print media, and loading the print media in Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) or Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI). Paper For the best print quality in color, use 75 g/m2 (20 lb) xerographic, grain long paper. For the best print quality in black and white, use 90 g/m2 (24 lb) xerographic, grain long paper. Before buying large quantities of any print media, it is recommended that you try a sample first. When loading paper, identify the recommended print side on the paper package, and load the paper accordingly. See Loading Print Media in the Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) on page59 and Loading Print Media in the Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI) on page66 for detailed loading instructions. Paper Characteristics The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. It is recommended that you follow these guidelines when evaluating new paper stock. Weight Both MPF and PSI automatically feed paper whose weights range from 60 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 44 lb bond) grain long. Paper lighter than 60 g/m2 (16 lb) may not feed properly, and could cause paper jams. For best performance, use 75 g/m 2 (20 lb bond) grain long paper. Curl Curl is the tendency of print media to curve at its edges. Excessive curl can cause paper feeding problems. Curl usually occurs after the paper passes through the printer, where it is exposed to high temperatures. Storing paper
190Print Media Guidelines unwrapped, even in the feeder, can contribute to paper curling prior to printing and cause feeding problems regardless of humidity. When printing on curled paper, straighten the paper and then insert it into the MPF or PSI. Smoothness The degree of paper smoothness directly affects print quality. If the paper is too rough, the toner does not fuse to the paper properly, resulting in poor print quality. If the paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding problems. Smoothness between 150 and 250 Sheffield points produces the best print quality. Moisture Content The amount of moisture in the paper affects both print quality and the ability of the printer to feed the paper properly. Leave the paper in its original packaging until you are ready to use it. This limits the exposure of the paper to moisture changes that can degrade its performance. Grain Direction Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either grain long, running the length of the paper, or grain short, running the width of the paper. For 60 to 135 g/m 2 (16 to 36 lb bond) paper, grain long fibers are recommended. For paper heavier than 135 g/m2 (36 lb bond), grain short is preferred. Fiber Content Most high-quality xerographic paper is made from 100% chemically pulped wood. Paper containing fibers such as cotton possess characteristics that can result in degraded paper handling. Recommended Paper To ensure the best print quality and feed reliability, use dry 75 g/m2 (20 lb) xerographic paper. Business paper designed for general business use also provide acceptable print quality. Only use paper able to withstand high temperatures without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. The laser printing process heats paper to high temperatures. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the paper you have chosen is acceptable for laser printers.
Print Media Guidelines191 NOTE: Always print several samples before buying large quantities of any type of print media. When choosing any print media, you should consider the weight, fiber content, and color. Unacceptable Paper The following paper types are not recommended for use with the printer: • Chemically treated paper used to make copies without carbon paper, also known as carbonless paper, carbonless copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper • Preprinted paper with chemicals that may contaminate the printer • Preprinted paper that can be affected by the temperature in the fuser • Preprinted paper that require a registration (the precise print location on the page) greater than ±0.09 inches, such as optical character recognition (OCR) forms In some cases, you can adjust registration with your software program to successfully print on these forms. • Coated paper (erasable bond), synthetic paper, thermal paper • Rough-edged, rough or heavily textured surface paper, or curled paper • Recycled paper containing more than 25% post-consumer waste that do not meet DIN 19 309 • Multiple-part forms or documents • Print quality may deteriorate (blank spaces or blotches may appear in the text) when printing on talc or acid paper. • Moist paper that may cause wrinkle Selecting Paper Proper paper selection helps prevent jams and ensures trouble-free printing. To help avoid jams or poor print quality: • Always use new, dry, and undamaged paper. • Before loading the paper, identify the recommended print side of the paper. This information is usually indicated on the paper package. • Do not use paper that you have cut or trimmed yourself.
192Print Media Guidelines • Do not mix print media sizes, weights, or types in the same source. This may result in a paper jam. • Do not remove the PSI while a job is printing. • Ensure that the paper is properly loaded in the MPF or PSI. • Flex paper back and forth, and then fan them. Straighten the edges of the stack on a level surface. Selecting Preprinted Media and Letterhead When selecting preprinted media and letterhead paper for the printer: • Use grain long paper for best results. • Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process. • Select paper that absorb ink, but do not bleed. • Avoid paper with rough or heavily textured surfaces. • Use paper printed with heat-resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers. The ink must withstand temperatures of 225°C (437°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. • Use inks that are not affected by the resin in toner or the silicone in the fuser. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based should meet these requirements; latex inks might not. If you are in doubt, contact your paper supplier. Printing on Letterhead Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the pre-printed letterhead you have selected is acceptable for laser printers.
Print Media Guidelines193 Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table for help when loading letterhead in the print media sources. Loading Letterhead Load the letterhead in the printer with the print side facing up. Ensure that the title on the letter head enters the printer first. Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI) Selecting Pre-Punched Paper Pre-punched paper brands can differ in the number and placement of holes and in manufacturing techniques. However, it may not be possible to print on the paper to depending on the placement of holes on the paper. To select and use pre-punched paper: • Test paper from several manufacturers before ordering and using large quantities of pre-punched paper. • Paper should be punched at the paper manufacturer and not drilled into paper already packaged in a ream. Drilled paper can cause jams when multiple sheets feed through the printer. This may result in a paper jam. • Pre-punched paper can include more paper dust than standard paper. Your printer may require more frequent cleaning and feed reliability may not be as good as standard paper. • Weight guidelines for pre-punched paper are the same as non-punched paper.
194Print Media Guidelines Envelopes Depending on the choice of envelopes, it is possible to expect variable levels of light wrinkling. Before buying large quantities of any print media, it is recommended that you try a sample first. See Loading Print Media in the Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) on page59 or Loading Print Media in the Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI) on page66 for instructions on loading an envelope. When printing on envelopes: • Use only high-quality envelopes that are designed for use in laser printers. • Set the print media source to MPF or PSI. Set the paper type to Envelope, and select the correct size of envelope from the printer driver. • For best performance, use envelopes made from 75 g/m 2 (20 lb bond) paper. You can use up to 105 g/m2 (28 lb bond) weight for the envelope feeder as long as the cotton content is 25% or less. Envelopes with 100% cotton content must not exceed 90 g/m 2 (24 lb bond) weight. • Use only freshly unpackaged, undamaged envelopes. • Use envelopes that can withstand temperatures of 205°C (401°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or releasing hazardous emissions. If you have any doubts about the envelopes you are considering, check with the envelope supplier. • Adjust the guide to fit the width of the envelopes. • To load envelope in MPF or PSI, the print side must be facing up. •See Loading Print Media in the Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) on page 59 or Loading Print Media in the Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI) on page 66 for instructions on loading an envelope. • Use one envelope size during a print job. • Ensure that the humidity is low because high humidity (more than 60%) and the high printing temperatures may seal the envelopes. • For best performance, do not use envelopes that: – Have excessive curl or twist – Are stuck together or damaged in any way – Contain windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, embossing
Print Media Guidelines195 – Use metal clasps, string ties, or metal folding bars – Have an interlocking design – Have postage stamps attached – Have nicked edges or bent corners – Have rough, cockle, or laid finishes Labels Your printer can print on many labels designed only for use with laser printers. When selecting labels: • 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). • Use labels that can be without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or releasing hazardous emissions. • Do not use label sheets with a slick backing material. NOTICE: Before buying large quantities of any print media, it is recommended that you try a sample first. When printing on labels: • Use labels that can withstand temperatures of 205°C (401°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or releasing hazardous emissions. • Set the paper type to Label from the printer driver. • Do not load labels together with paper in the same tray. • Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 inches) of the die-cut. • Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 inches) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the label. • Do not print a label through the printer more than once. • Portrait orientation is preferred, especially when printing bar codes. • Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive. • Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam.
196Print Media Guidelines • Do not use label sheets that have adhesive to the edge of the sheet. It is recommended that zone coating of the adhesive is done at least 1 mm (0.04 inches) away from edges. Adhesive material contaminates your printer and could void your warranty. CAUTION: Otherwise the printer occur in a jam and contaminate your printer and your cartridges with adhesive. As a result, could void your printer and cartridge warranties. Storing Print Media For proper print media storage, the following guidelines help avoid media feeding problems and uneven print quality. • For best results, store print media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40%. • Store cartons of print media on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the floor. • If you store individual packages of print media out of the original carton, ensure that they rest on a flat surface so that the edges do not buckle or curl. • Do not place anything on top of the print media packages. Identifying Print Media and Specifications This section provides information on supported paper sizes, types, and specification. Supported Paper Sizes Multipurpose Feeder (MPF)Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI) A4 (210x297 mm) YY B5 (182x257 mm)YY A5 (148x210 mm)YY C5 (162x229 mm)YY
Print Media Guidelines197 Monarch (3.875x7.5 in)YY Monarch LEF (7.5x3.875 in)*1YY*4 Envelope #10 (4.125x9.5 in)YY DL (110x220 mm)YY DL LEF (220x110 mm)*1YY*4 Letter (8.5x11 in)YY Legal (8.5x14 in)YY Folio (8.5x13 in)YY Executive (7.25 x 10.5 in)YY Custom*2*3YY *1You can place the originals in a long-edge feed direction or in a short-edge feed direction. The following illustration shows SEF and LEF. The arrow mark in the illustration shows the orientation of the paper loading. NOTE: Not available when the XPS Printer Driver is used.*2Custom width: 76.2 mm (3.00 inches) to 215.9 mm (8.50 inches) The maximum width for envelope (DL LEF): 220.0 mm (8.66 inches) Custom length: 127.0 mm (5.00 inches) to 355.6 mm (14.00 inches) (For the PSI, 191.0 mm (7.50 inches) to 355.6 mm (14.00 inches)) The maximum length for envelope (Monarch LEF): 98.4 mm (3.87 inches) *3Only the administrator user can set the custom size from the printer driver.*4Be sure to fully insert the envelope until it stops. Otherwise, print media that is loaded on the MPF will be fed. Multipurpose Feeder (MPF)Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI) LEFSEF
198Print Media Guidelines Supported Paper Types Media Multipurpose Feeder (MPF)Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI) Plain Y*Y* Plain Side 2YY Plain ThickYY Plain Thick Side 2YY RecycledYY Recycled Side 2YY LabelYY CoversYY Covers Side 2YY EnvelopeYY CoatedYY Coated Side 2YY * Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings.