User’s Guide – Osprey 75/102/130
Chapter 5: Preparations before printing
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AP-75102, Rev. 2.0, 28/11/2007
5.1 USING MEDIA
5.1.1 Media type
The type and quality of the media effects the printing results. Understand the description below and use the
appropriate media for your purpose.
Notes
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For more information about the recommended media, contact your local MUTOH dealer.
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Problems that occur due to use of non-recommended media are not guaranteed.
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When using the recommended media, the setting values for the printing quality are set for each media
type.
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When printing on media other than those specified, information regarding proper settings for the
media type and settings for the product can be found on the instructions for the media, or contact the
retailer of the media.
5.1.2 Cautions on handling media
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Use the recommended media in an appropriate environment.
Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.
Following are the temperature and humidity ranges appropriate for printing.
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Do not use any of the following media.
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Media with crease, scar, tear, twist or media which tends to curl
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Welded
media
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The size of the recommended media can change at a fixed ratio according to the temperature changes of
the working environment. Before using the media, place the media in the working environment for at least
30 minutes, to have it match the temperature of the working area.
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Printing before media is adjusted to the printing environment may cause media jams due to slippage or
creases. This also adversely affects the quality of printing.
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Media has a printable side and a non-printable side. If you print on a non printable side, blurring or slight
touching may occur.
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Do not touch the printable side of media. Moisture and/or oil from hands affect(s) the printing quality.
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Do not leave the printer for a long time with media loaded. The media may curl resulting in misalignment of
media, media jams, or decreased printing quality. In practice, avoid this in winter, dry seasons, or during
final printing.
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Do not lose the box or rapping bag for storing media.
