[F-08] Paper Requirements
This section describes the paper types, printable areas, and how to store printer paper.
IMPORTANT
Precaution when printing on paper
The print speed may drop depending on the settings for the paper size, paper type, and number of copies.
When continuously printing paper that is less than 210.0 mm wide, the print speed may drop gradually.
If the printer is used continuously for an extended period of time, the internal temperature of the printer may increase, activating a safety mechanism and pausing printing temporarily.
Usable Paper
Usable Paper Size
These paper sizes can be used in the paper cassette and manual feed slot.
Paper Type |
Paper Size |
Standard paper |
A4 (210.0 mm × 297.0 mm) |
B5 (182.0 mm × 257.0 mm) |
A5 (148.0 mm × 210.0 mm) |
Legal* (215.9 mm × 355.6 mm) |
Letter* (215.9 mm × 279.4 mm) |
Executive* (184.1 mm × 266.7 mm) |
Statement (139.7 mm × 215.9 mm) |
Foolscap (215.9 mm × 330.2 mm) |
16K (195.0 mm × 270.0 mm) |
Custom paper size |
76.2 to 215.9 mm wide and 127.0 to 355.6 mm long |
Envelope |
Envelope DL (110.0 mm × 220.0 mm) |
Envelope COM10 (104.9 mm × 241.3 mm) |
Envelope C5 (162.0 mm × 229.0 mm) |
Envelope Monarch (98.5 mm × 190.5 mm) |
Envelope B5 (176.0 mm × 250.0 mm) |
Index card |
76.2 mm × 127.0 mm |
* The following paper sizes are abbreviated as follows on the paper cassette.
- Legal: LGL
- Letter: LTR
- Executive: EXEC
Usable Paper Type
These paper types can be used in the paper cassette and manual feed slot.
Paper Type |
Printing Preference Setting |
Plain paper*1 |
75 - 90 g/m2 |
[Plain Paper] |
60 - 74 g/m2 |
[Plain Paper L]*2 |
Heavy paper |
91 - 120 g/m2 |
[Heavy Paper 1] |
121 - 163 g/m2 |
[Heavy Paper 2] |
Transparency |
[Transparency]*3 |
Coated paper |
100 - 110 g/m2 |
[Coated Paper 1] |
120 - 130 g/m2 |
[Coated Paper 2] |
155 - 165 g/m2 |
[Coated Paper 3] |
220 - 230 g/m2 |
[Coated Paper 4] |
Glossy film |
[Glossy Film] |
Label |
[Label] |
Envelope |
[Envelope]*4 |
[Envelope H]*5 |
Index card |
[Heavy Paper 2] |
*1 Recycled paper (60 to 80 g/m
2) can be used as plain paper.
*2 Select this when using thin paper.
*3 This only supports printing in black and white.
*4 When printing envelopes, the printer automatically applies the appropriate print mode by specifying the output size.
*5 Use this setting if envelopes are not printed properly when [Envelope] is selected for [Paper Type].
NOTE
Specifying the paper sizeOpen the printing preferences dialog box and use the following procedure.
- Click the [Page Setup] tab.
- Select the size of the paper to be output from [Output Size].
Paper Capacity
Paper Type |
Paper Source |
Paper cassette |
Manual feed slot |
Plain paper (80 g/m2) |
Approx. 150 sheets |
1 sheet |
Heavy paper (128 g/m2) |
Approx. 100 sheets |
1 sheet |
Transparency (black-and-white printing only) |
Approx. 50 sheets |
1 sheet |
Label |
Approx. 50 sheets |
1 sheet |
Coated paper |
Approx. 100 sheets |
1 sheet |
Index card |
Approx. 15 sheets |
1 sheet |
Envelope |
Approx. 10 sheets |
1 sheet |
Output Tray Capacity
Paper Type |
Output Tray Capacity* (Face-down) |
Plain paper (80 g/m2) |
Approx. 125 sheets |
Heavy paper (128 g/m2) |
Approx. 50 sheets |
Transparency (black-and-white printing only) |
Approx. 10 sheets |
Label |
Approx. 10 sheets |
Coated paper |
Approx. 50 sheets |
Index card |
Approx. 10 sheets |
Envelope |
Approx. 10 sheets |
* The actual capacity may vary depending on the installation conditions and paper type used.
Envelopes
Usable envelopes
- Envelope DL (110.0 mm × 220.0 mm)
- Envelope COM10 (104.9 mm × 241.3 mm)
- Envelope Monarch (98.5 mm × 190.5 mm)
- Envelope C5 (162.0 mm × 229.0 mm)
- Envelope B5 (176.0 mm × 250.0 mm)
IMPORTANT
Do not use the following types of envelopesThis may result in paper jams or poor print quality.
- Envelopes with fasteners or snaps
- Envelopes with address windows
- Envelopes with adhesive on the surface
- Wrinkled or creased envelopes
- Poorly manufactured envelopes in which the glued parts are uneven
- Irregularly-shaped envelopes
- Envelopes with the flap on the narrow side
NOTE
Precautions when printing envelopes
- Do not print on the reverse side (glued side) of envelopes.
- Before loading envelopes, flatten the stack of envelopes to release any remaining air, and press the fold lines along the edges tight.
- The print speed drops when printing on envelopes.
- Envelopes may become creased during printing.
Special Paper
Take the following precautions when printing on heavy paper, transparencies, or other special paper.
Heavy Paper
- The print speed drops when printing on heavy paper.
Transparency
- Transparencies can only be printed in black and white.
- This printer can print A4 and Letter size transparencies.
- Thoroughly fan the transparencies before loading them to prevent them from sticking to each other.
- The print speed drops when printing on transparencies.
Label
- Do not use the following types of labels.
- Peeled labels or partly used labels
- Coated labels that are easily peeled off from the backing sheet
- Labels with uneven adhesive
- The print speed drops when printing labels.
Coated Paper
- There is a restriction on the weight of usable paper. In addition, only gloss coated paper can be used. Check "Usable Paper Type" for the types of paper that can be used. Also, check the printing preferences and specify the settings to match the loaded paper type.
- Do not use matte coated paper.
Direction for Loading Paper
Load the paper with the side to be printed facing up and in vertical (portrait) direction. Paper cannot be loaded in a horizontal (landscape) direction.
- Loading paper with a front and back
When using paper with a letterhead or logo, load the paper as follows.
- Load the paper with the side to be printed facing up.
- Load the paper with the letterhead or logo facing the rear or left side of the paper cassette.
- Envelopes
When loading envelopes at sizes of DL, COM10, Monarch, C5 or B5, load them so that the side for writing the address (side without glue) is facing up and the flap is toward the left of the printer when viewed from the front.
- Index Cards
Load index cards in portrait orientation.
Unusable Paper
Do not use the following types of paper, as these may cause paper jams, printer malfunction, or damage to the printer.
Paper That Was Stored Poorly
- Creased or folded paper
- Torn or damaged paper
- Wrinkled paper
- Curled paper
- Wet or moist paper
- Paper with rough edges
- Irregularly-shaped paper
Paper with Holes or Perforations
- Paper with binding holes
- Paper with perforations
Paper with Adhesive or a Special Coating
- Heat-sensitive paper
- Paper with adhesive
- Carbon paper
- Labels that are easily peeled off
- Treated color paper
- Paper that changes its quality at high temperatures
- Specially coated paper (coated paper for ink jet printers, etc.)
Paper with Items Attached
- Paper with staples, clips, ribbons or tape
- Paper that has already been printed by a copy machine or another laser printer (The reverse side of the paper is also unusable.)
Paper That Is Difficult for Toner to Adhere to
- Paper with rough surfaces
- Paper containing thick fibers
- Paper with an extremely rough or smooth surface
- Paper that is thicker or thinner than the specified usable paper
"Usable Paper Type"
Printable Area
Plain Paper, Heavy Paper, Transparencies, Labels, and Coated Paper
You can print in the area up to 5 mm of the edges of the paper.
Envelope
You can print in the area up to 10 mm of the edges of the paper.
(Sample: Envelope COM10)
NOTE
Precautions when printing envelopes
- Printing data in the entire printable area of an envelope may result in a deterioration in print quality.
- Arrange the data to a size slightly smaller than the printable area.
Storing Paper and Printouts
Storing Paper
The quality of paper may deteriorate if stored improperly even when the paper meets the normal specifications.
Inferior paper may cause misfeeds, paper jams, or deterioration in print quality.
Observe the following guidelines when storing and handling paper.
Storage
- Store paper on a flat surface.
- To help paper avoid moisture or dryness, keep paper in its wrapper until it is ready to be used.
- Do not place paper where it may curl or become creased.
- Do not store paper vertically or store too many stacks of paper in one pile.
Do not store paper in the following locations.
- A location exposed to direct sunlight
- A location subject to high humidity
- A dry location
- A location with a temperature or humidity that differs significantly from the location where it will be used
Storing Printed Paper
When handling or storing printouts printed by this printer, note the following points.
Storage
- Store printouts on a flat surface.
- Avoid storing printouts in folders made of PVC material, as this may cause the toner to melt and stick to the PVC material.
- Toner may peel when printouts are folded or creased.
- Put printouts in a binder when storing for a long period of time (two years or longer).
- Printouts may discolor when stored for a long period of time.
- Avoid storing printouts in a location subject to high temperatures.
Precautions when storing printouts with adhesive
- Be sure to use insoluble adhesive.
- Test the adhesive on an unneeded printout before using.
- Before stacking printouts that have adhesive, check that the adhesive has completely dried.