imageRUNNER ADVANCE 8500 and 8500 II Series Customer Expectations Document
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15. Media Usage/Compatibility
The imageRUNNER ADVANCE 8500 and 8500 II Series maintain reliable,
predictable, and high-quality output. Consistency of the output is dependent on
knowing and compensating for variables of a print job. The imageRUNNER
ADVANCE 8500 and 8500 II Series incorporate many control systems, which
compensate for environmental and print process conditions. Another variable is the
print media. Knowing the characteristics of the media guarantees optimal print
output.
15.1 Media Characteristics by Media Library Parameters
The system administrator must be in the Management mode to edit the media
characteristics.
Select the dimensions of the paper.
Paper Type
Select the type of paper (e.g., Plain, Tab Paper, or
Pre-Punched).
Select the weight of the paper in g/m
2
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Category
Select whether the paper is a Standard paper type or
Custom paper type.
Select the finish of the paper (e.g., Uncoated or Coated).
Creep (Displacement) Correction
Specify the correction adjustment.
Specify how to adjust the position of the image on the paper.
15.2 Paper Handling and Storage
• The permissible humidity range for paper storage is 30% to 70% (with a room
temperature of 68°F to 80.6°F (20°C to 27°C)). Storing paper in a location that
does not meet these specifications may affect paper feeding and image quality.
• Only use paper that has fully acclimatized to the environment in which the
machine is installed. Using paper that has been stored in a different
environment (with a different temperature and humidity), may cause paper jams
or result in poor print quality.
• We recommend using paper immediately after opening the package. Rewrap
any remaining paper in its original package, and store it on a flat surface.
• Before loading paper, make sure to fan the sheets thoroughly so that air runs
through the sheets, as shown in the diagrams below.