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Media guidelines
The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. Consider these characteristics when
evaluating new paper stock.
• Weight—The printer can automatically feed paper weights from 60 to 300 g/m
2
(16 to 80 lb bond) grain
long. Paper lighter than 60 g/m
2
(16 lb) might not be stiff enough to feed properly, causing jams. For best
performance, use 75 g/m
2
(20 lb bond) grain long paper. For paper smaller than 182 x 257 mm (7.2 x 10.1
in.), we recommend 90 g/m
2
(24 lb) or heavier paper.
Notes:
– The duplex unit supports only 60–169 g/m
2
(16–32 lb bond) paper weights.
– The multipurpose feeder supports 60–300 g/m
2
(16–80 lb bond) paper.
• Curl—Curl is the tendency for paper to curl at its edges. Excessive curl can cause paper feeding
problems. Curl can occur after the paper passes through the printer, where it is exposed to high
temperatures. Storing paper unwrapped in hot, humid, cold, or dry conditions, even in the trays, can
contribute to paper curling prior to printing and can cause feeding problems.
• Smoothness—Paper smoothness directly affects print quality. If paper is too rough, toner cannot fuse to it
properly. If paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding or print quality issues. Always use paper
between 100 and 300 Sheffield points; however, smoothness between 150 and 200 Sheffield points
produces the best print quality.
• Moisture content—The amount of moisture in paper affects both print quality and the ability of the printer
to feed the paper correctly. Leave paper in its original wrapper until it is time to use it. This limits the
exposure of paper to moisture changes that can degrade its performance.
Condition paper before printing by storing it in its original wrapper in the same environment as the printer
for 24 to 48 hours before printing. Extend the time several days if the storage or transportation environment
is very different from the printer environment. Thick paper may also require a longer conditioning period.
Executive ✘✘✘
Folio ✔✔✔
JIS B4 ✔✔✔
JIS B5 ✘✘✘
Legal ✔✔✔
Letter (only SEF) ✔✔✔
Statement ✘✘✘
Tabloid ✔✔✔
Universal ✘✘✘
Envelopes (any size) ✘✘✘
SEF—The paper is loaded in the short edge orientation. The short
edge of the paper enters the printer first.
Bi fold—Each page is individually folded and stacked separately.
Booklet fold—A multiple-page job is folded along the center into a
single booklet.
Saddle staple—A booklet-fold print job is stapled along the center
fold.
Bin 2 finishing features
Size
Bi fold
Booklet fold
Saddle staple
✔—Supported
✘—Not supported
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