Lexmark Optra C710 User's Guide - Page 112

Media guidelines Use recommended media (paper, transparencies, envelopes, and labels) for your printer to avoid printing problems. For detailed information about media characteristics, refer to the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the CD provided with your printer. Brief guidelines for choosing paper and other media follow. Paper Note: The use of low quality paper may result in unsatisfactory performance and may degrade print quality. Note: If you use 16 lb paper, it must be placed only in tray 1 or the multipurpose feeder. Do not place 16 lb paper in tray 2 or 3. Do not use 16 lb paper with the duplex unit. When printing photographic quality images, use a high quality laser printer paper. We highly recommend the following papers for optimum results: • Hammermill Laser Print 90 g/m2 (24 lb) • Xerox Image Series LX Paper For printing text and typical business graphics, you may find 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper designed for use with laser printers or photocopiers produces acceptable print quality. Always try a sample of any paper before buying large quantities. Before loading paper, note the recommended print side identified on the paper package. Load paper with the recommended print side face up in the paper trays and face down in the multipurpose feeder. Refer to the Setup Guide for complete paper loading instructions. The following papers are not recommended for use with your printer: • Paper with a large cotton content • Paper with a rough or heavily textured surface • Coated papers, such as erasable bond • Preprinted papers manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer • Paper designed for inkjets • Multiple-part forms • Synthetic papers • Thermal papers • Recycled paper having a weight less than 20 lb (75 g/m2) 98 Chapter 6: Media guidelines