Dell 1320c User Guide - Page 40

Selecting Preprinted Forms and Letterhead When selecting preprinted forms and letterhead paper for the printer: l Use grain long papers for best results. l Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process. l Select papers that absorb ink, but do not bleed. l Avoid papers with rough or heavily textured surfaces. l Use papers 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. l 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. Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table for help when loading letterhead in the print media sources. Print media source Print side Tray 1 Face up Page orientation Letterhead enters the printer last Single sheet feeder Face down Letterhead enters the printer first 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: l Test paper from several manufacturers before ordering and using large quantities of pre-punched paper.