Xerox Docutech 128, Operator'S Manual

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DocuTech 128/155/180 HighLight Color Operator Guide
System components
Stock specifications
The success of any print run depends on proper selection, care,
and handling of the paper or other stock that is used. It is very
important to select, store, condition, and load print media properly
in order to keep your printer running at optimum efficiency.
The printer functions best and produces the best print quality
when using stocks that have the correct:
• Size
• Weight
• Type
• Color
For more comprehensive information on paper stocks for Xerox
printers, refer to Helpful facts about paper, 721P82493.
Paper weights
The DT 128/155/180 HLC supports the following range of paper
weights:16–110 pound / 60–200 gsm
Other paper weights should not be used.
The equivalent grams per square meter of 20 pound paper is
actually 75 gsm. However, there is no standard 75 gsm paper. The
available stock that is closest in weight to 20 pound paper is 80
gsm.
Special stocks
The following special stocks can be used with the DocuTech 128/
155/180 HLC:
• Labels: Must be the type designed for high-speed printers and
must meet the specifications described in the section above.
Loading instructions are printed on all paper trays.
• Transparencies: Must be the type designed for high-speed
printers and must meet the specifications described in the
section above. Loading instructions are printed on all paper
trays.
• Colored paper: Available in a variety of colors, colored paper
has many uses, including calling attention to certain printed
material, separating special sections, or dividing chapters of a
report.
• Preprinted paper: May be letterhead, forms, or logos. (Refer to
the “Helpful Facts about Paper” guide to verify that the
preprinting inks used on your stock are the kind formulated for
use in laser printers.)