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CHAPTER 5
USING PRINT MEDIA
O
VERVIEW
This chapter explains the kinds of paper and other media that
can be used with the Xpress T9412i and T9412n printers. It
explains how to properly load paper in the different trays so
that the best possible print results are achieved. Topics
include:
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Choosing the right paper and other media
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Selecting an output tray
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Loading the paper trays
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Printing on envelopes
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Printing on labels
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Printing on transparencies
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Printing on letterhead and forms
C
HOOSING
P
APER
Besides just paper you can print on a variety of medias
including envelopes, labels, transparencies, and card stocks.
See page 93 for a list of paper specifications. To get the best
results use only high-quality paper. For most office
communication, copier paper is fine. Consider the following
guidelines:
Desired result:
Choose paper that will be appropriate
for the project you have in mind. For example, a matte,
ecru colored recycled paper works for natural subjects
because it has a casual look and feel.
Size:
Use a paper size that fits easily within the paper
tray.
Weight:
Your printer supports the following paper
weights,
• 16–28 lbs. bond for Tray 2 and 3
• 16–47 lbs. bond (maximum 97 lb. index and 65 lb.
cover) for Tray 1 (Multipurpose Tray)
Brightness:
The whiter the paper, the brighter and more
vibrant the image.
Smoothness:
A smooth surface will produce a crisp
more formal looking page.
Opacity:
Use a slightly thicker, more opaque paper
when you want to print on both sides of a page (as in
duplex printing).
See Appendix A on page 93 for more paper guidelines.
Caution!
Using media that does not conform to
the specifications listed in Appendix A can cause
problems with the printer. If service is required to fix
these problems it will not be covered under the
printer’s warranty or service agreement.
