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Chapter 5

Paper Selection

This chapter explains the following topics:

• General Guidelines

• Special Paper

• Paper Type

The printer is designed to print on high-quality copier bond paper

(the kind used in ordinary dry copier machines), but it can also

accept a variety of other types of paper within the limits specified

below.

The manufacturer assumes no liability for problems that occur

when paper not satisfying these requirements is used.

Selection of the right paper is important. Using the wrong paper

can result in paper jams, misfeeding, curling, poor print quality,

and paper waste, and in extreme cases can damage the printer.

The guidelines given below will increase the productivity of your

office by ensuring efficient, trouble-free printing and reducing

wear and tear on the printer.

Most types of paper are compatible with a variety of machines.

Paper intended for xerographic copiers can also be used with

the printer.

There are three general grades of paper: economy, standard,

and premium. The most significant difference between grades is

the ease with which they pass through the printer. This is affect-

ed by the smoothness, size, and moisture content of the paper,

and the way in which the paper is cut. The higher the grade of

paper you use, the less risk there will be of paper jams and other

problems, and the higher the level of quality your printed output

will reflect.

Differences between paper from different suppliers can also af-

fect the printer’s performance. A high-quality printer cannot pro-

duce high-quality results when the wrong paper is used. Low-

priced paper is not economical in the long run if it causes printing

problems.

Paper in each grade is available in a range of basis weights (de-

fined later). The traditional standard weights are 16, 20, and 28

pounds (60 to 105 g/m

2

).

The following table summarizes the basic paper specifications.

Details are given on the following pages.

Laser printing is a process involving laser light, electrostatic dis-

charge, toner, and heat. In addition, as the paper passes through

the printer it undergoes considerable sliding, bending, and twist-

ing motions. A high-quality printing paper matching the printer’s

requirements withstands all these stresses, enabling the printer

to turn out clean, crisp printed copies consistently.

Remember that all paper is not the same. Some of the factors to

consider when selecting paper for the printer are as follows:

Condition of the Paper

Avoid using paper that is bent at the edges, curled, dirty, torn,

embossed, or contaminated with lint, clay, or paper shreds.

Use of paper in these conditions can lead to illegible printing,

misfeeding, and paper jams, and can shorten the life of the print-

er. In particular, avoid using paper with a surface coating or other

surface treatment. The paper should have as smooth and even

a surface as possible.

1. General Guidelines

NOTE

1.1 Paper Availability

1.2 Paper Specifications

Item

Specification

Weight

Cassette: 60 to 105 g/m

2

(16 to 28 lb/ream)

MP tray: 60 to 200 g/m

2

(16 to 53 lb/ream)

Thickness

0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils)

Dimensional accuracy

±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches)

Squareness of corners

90° ±0.2°

Moisture content

4 to 6 %

Direction of grain

Long grain

Pulp content

80 % or more

1.3 Selecting the Right Paper

Section	Page
Operation Guide ver 1.3	1
Contents	5
Introduction	7
For More Information...	7
Guide to the Operation Guide	7
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ FIRST	8
Chapter 1 Names of Parts	12
Chapter 2 How to Load Paper	14
1. How to Load Paper	14
1.1 Loading Paper into the Paper Cassette	14
1.2 Loading Paper into the MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray	15
1.3 Setting Envelopes	16
Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel	17
1. Understanding the Operator Panel	17
1.1 Operation Indicators	18
1.2 Message Display	18
1.3 Interface Indicator	18
1.4 Paper Size Indicator	19
1.5 Paper Type Indicator	19
1.6 Keys	19
2. Using the Operator Panel	20
2.1 Menu Selection System	20
2.2 Using the Menu Selection System	26
2.2.1 Printing the Menu Map	26
2.2.2 Printing Status Page	26
2.2.3 e-MPS	27
2.2.4 Changing the Interface Parameters	34
2.2.5 Changing the Emulation	38
2.2.6 Setting the Default Font	40
2.2.7 Using Page Set Menus	42
2.2.8 Setting the Print Quality	46
2.2.9 Operating an Option Hard Disk	47
2.2.10 Operating a RAM Disk	50
2.2.11 Operating a Memory Card	52
2.2.12 Paper Handling	56
2.2.13 Other Modes	63
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting	69
1. General Guide	69
2. Print Quality Problems	70
3. Indicators and Messages	72
3.1 Indicators	72
3.2 Maintenance Messages	72
3.3 Error Messages	74
4. Correcting a Paper Jam	76
4.1 Jam in Paper Cassette	77
4.2 Jam at the MP Tray	77
4.3 Jam in Left Cover 1	78
4.4 Jam in Left Cover 2	79
4.5 Paper Jam at the Option Document Finisher	79
Chapter 5 Paper Selection	80
1. General Guidelines	80
1.1 Paper Availability	80
1.2 Paper Specifications	80
1.3 Selecting the Right Paper	80
2. Special Paper	82
2.1 Transparency (Overhead Projection Film)	82
2.2 Adhesive-Backed Labels	83
3. Paper Type	84
Chapter 6 Maintenance	85
1. Toner Container Replacement	85
1.1 Toner Container Replacement Interval	85
1.2 Replenishing Toner	85
Appendix A Fonts	89
Appendix B Expansion Memory	93
1. Removing the Main Circuit Board	93
1.1 Notes on Handling the Main Circuit Board and DIMM	93
1.2 Removing the Main Circuit Board from the Printer	93
2. Installing DIMMs	94
2.1 Removing DIMM	94
2.2 Testing the Expansion Memory	94
Appendix C Host Computer Interface	95
1. Parallel Interface	95
1.1 Parallel Interface Communication Modes	95
1.2 Interface Signals	95
2. Serial Interface	96
2.1 Interface Signals	96
3. RS-232C Protocol	97
4. RS-232C Cable Connection	98
4.1 Preparing an RS-232C Cable	98
4.2 Connecting the RS-232C Cable	98
4.3 Setting the RS-232C Parameters	98
Appendix D Option Units	100
1. Available Options	100
2. Installing Option Units	102
2.1 PF-70/75 Paper Feeders	102
2.2 DF-70/71/75 Document Finishers	102
2.3 Network Interface	102
2.4 Hard Disk	103
2.5 Memory Card	103
Appendix E Specifications	104
Glossary	106
Index	108
A	108
B	108
C	108
D	108
E	108
F	108
G	108
H	108
I	108
J	108
K	108
L	108
M	108
N	109
O	109
P	109
R	109
S	109
T	109
V	109
W	109
Driver Guide ver 1.1	111
Contents	113
Chapter 1 Installing the Printer Driver	114
Chapter 2 Setting the Defaults	116
2.1 Adding Option Devices (Setup)	116
2.1.1 Installing the Paper Feeder (PF-70)	116
2.1.2 Installing the Paper Feeder (PF-75)	117
2.1.3 Installing the Document Finisher (DF-70/DF-71)	118
2.1.4 Installing the Document Finisher (DF-75)	119
2.1.5 Installing the Hard Disk	120
2.1.6 Using the RAM Disk	120
2.1.7 Selecting the User Name	121
2.1.8 Selecting the Printer Description Language	122
Chapter 3 Printing Through Application Software	124
3.1 Setting the Paper Size	124
3.1.1 Custom Size Settings	126
3.1.2 Advanced Media Settings	127
3.2 Setting the Duplex Printing	128
3.3 Using the Booklet Mode	129
3.4 Using the Document Finisher (DF-70/DF-71)	130
3.5 Using the Document Finisher (DF-75)	131
3.6 e-MPS	132
3.6.1 Using Job Retention	133
3.6.2 Using Virtual Mailbox Printing	138

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