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Choosing Paper
With this printer you can print on many sizes and types of paper.
You can also use other types of media, such as envelopes, labels,
and overhead projector transparencies. The printer feeds most
types of media automatically from the paper cassette, but does
require that some media be manually fed for greater control. This
chapter describes the paper feed and delivery choices and how to
select and load paper.
The type of paper you use in your printer can affect the quality of
your printed output. The printer forms an image by transferring
many tiny dots of toner to the paper. If the paper is rough, the
edges of letters become ragged because some of the dots fall into
indentations on the paper. The smoother the paper you use, the
smoother your printing looks.
You should use especially smooth paper for printing originals from
which you plan to make reproductions. Because reproduction
introduces its own raggedness to the edges of letters, you want to
start with the best original possible.
For best results, store your paper supply in its original wrapper.
The printer is sensitive to moisture absorbed by the paper. Do not
store paper in a humid or damp environment.
Below are some recommendations for selecting paper and other
print media for the printer.
4-2 Paper Handling