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Chapter 5

Paper Selection

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Wavy or tight edges can cause misfeeding and alignment anom-

alies. The moisture content of the paper should be 4 to 6%. To

ensure the proper moisture content, it is important to store the

paper in a controlled environment. Some tips on moisture control

are:

• Store paper in a cool, dry location.

• Keep the paper in its wrapping as long as possible. Rewrap

paper that is not in use.

• Store paper in its original carton. Place a pallet, etc., under the

carton to separate it from the floor.

• After removing paper from storage, let it stand in the same

room as the printer for 48 hours before use.

• Avoid leaving paper where it is exposed to heat, sunlight, or

damp.

Paper Grain

When paper is manufactured, it is cut into sheets with the grain

running parallel to the length (long grain) or parallel to the width

(short grain). Short grain paper can cause feeding problems in

the printer. All paper used in the printer should be long grain.

Other Paper Properties

Porosity:

Refers to the density of the paper structure; that is,

how openly or compactly the fibers are bonded.

Stiffness:

Limp paper can buckle inside the printer, while paper

that is too stiff may bind. Either way the result is a paper jam.

Curl:

Most paper has a natural tendency to curl in one direction.

The paper should be loaded so that the natural curl is downward,

to counteract the upward curl imparted by the printer. Printed

sheets will then come out flat. Most paper also has a top and bot-

tom surface. Loading instructions are usually given on the paper

package.

If the paper is considerably curled in one direction, e.g. when the

paper was used to print on one side, try to roll the paper in the

opposite direction to counteract the curl. Printed sheets will then

come out flat.

Electrostatic properties:

During the printing process, the paper

is electrostatically charged to attract the toner. The paper must

be able to release this charge so that printed sheets do not cling

together in the output tray.

Whiteness:

The contrast of the printed page depends on the

whiteness of the paper. Whiter paper provides a sharper, bright-

er appearance.

Quality control:

Uneven sheet size, corners that are not

square, ragged edges, welded (uncut) sheets, and crushed edg-

es and corners can cause the printer to malfunction in various

ways. A quality paper supplier should take considerable care to

ensure that these problems do not occur.

Packaging:

Paper should be packed in a sturdy carton to pro-

tect it from damage during transport. Quality paper obtained

from a reputable supplier is usually properly packaged.

This section explains printing on special paper.

The page printer

can use the following types of special paper. In this case, set the

media type according to the table below.

When using the above types of paper, be sure to use products

that are specified for use with photocopiers and/or page printers.

Feed paper other than colored paper or preprinted paper from

the MP (multi-purpose) tray. Use paper that is sold specifically

for use with copiers (heat-fusing type). Label paper and enve-

lopes should not be placed in the cassette.

Since the composition and quality of special paper vary consid-

erably, special paper is more likely than white bond paper to give

trouble during printing. No liability will be assumed if moisture,

etc., given off in printing on special paper causes harm to the

machine or operator.

Before purchasing any type of special paper, test a sample on

the printer and check that print quality is satisfactory.

Specifications for each type of special paper are given below.

Transparency must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during

the printing process. It should satisfy the conditions given in the

table below.

If transparency jams frequently, pull the top of the sheet very

gently as it leaves the printer.

NOTE

2. Special Paper

Paper type to be used

Media type to be selected

Colored paper

Color

Preprinted paper

Preprinted

Overhead projector

transparencies

Transparency

Postcards

Cardstock

Envelopes

Envelope

Label

Labels

NOTE

2.1 Transparency (Overhead Projection Film)

Item

Specification

Tolerance of heat

Must tolerate at least 190 °C

(374 °F)

Thickness

0.100 to 0.110 mm (3.9 to 4.3

mils)

Material

Polyester

Dimensional accuracy

±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches.)

Squareness of corners

90° ± 0.2°

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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