2. Paper and Media

2.1. Paper type and sizes

Automatic Feeder Tray

Media Type

Plain, Preprinted

Media Size

A4, A5, JIS B5, IS0 B5, A6, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio, Oficio, Statement, Japanese Postcard, Monarch Env, DL Env, C5 Env, C6 Env, No.10 Env, ZL, Big 16K, Big 32K, 16K, 32K, B6, custom, etc.

Media Weight

60~105g/m²

Maximum capacity of the tray

150 pages, 80g/m²

Manual Feeder Tray

Media Type

Plain,Cardstock,Transparency,Envelope,Label,Thick

Media Size

Width: 75~218mm (2.95~8.58in)
Length: 148~360mm (5.82~14.17in)

Media Weight

60~163g/m²

Maximum tray capacity

1 page

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Note:

• Extensive use of special paper may affect the service life of the printer.

• Print media that does not meet the standard set out in this User Guide may result in poor print quality, increased paper jams and excessive wear of the printer.

• Properties such as weight, properties, texture and humidity are important factors affecting the printer performance and output quality.

• Please note the following when selecting the print media:

1. Desired print effect: The print media selected should be in line with the requirement of the print tasks.

2. Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the print media may affect the sharpness of the print outcome.

3. Some print media may meet all the standards for use contained herein, but they do not print properly. This may be due to incorrect operation, inappropriate temperature and humidity, or other factors beyond the control of Pantum. Before purchasing large quantities of print media, make sure that the print media meet the specifications specified in this User Guide.

4. Using print media that does not meet these specifications may cause damage to the printer.

2.2. Special Paper

This printer supports using special paper for printing. Special paper includes:labels,envelopes, transparencys, thick papers,etc.

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Note:

• When using special paper or print media, be sure to select the appropriate media type and size in the print settings so as to get the best results.

|Please observe the following standards:

Type of media

Correct practices

Incorrect practices

Label

Labels must be put flat when being used.

Use a full sheet of labels only.

There is no guarantee that all the labels in the market can work in the printer.

Use wrinkled, blistered or damaged labels.

Envelope

Envelopes should be loaded evenly.

Use wrinkled, nicked, stuck or damaged envelopes.

Use envelopes with clips, snaps, windows, or coated linings.

Use self-adhesive stickers or other synthetic materials.

Transparency

Only use transparencies approved for use in laser printers.

Transparencies removed from the printer should be placed on a flat surface.

Use transparent print media that is not suitable for laser printers.

Thick

Only use heavy paper that is approved for use in laser printers and meets the weight specifications of this printer.

Use paper that weighs greater than the specification of the media recommended for this printer, unless the paper is approved for use in this printer.

2.3. Loading Paper

2.3.1. Loading into the Automatic Feeder Tray

a) Open the feeder tray.

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b) Slide the automatic feed guides to match both sides of the paper.

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c) Raise the output tray to avoid paper slipping and falling.

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d) Load the paper into the automatic feeder tray print-side up.

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e) Adjust the paper stop to match the paper size.

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Note:

• If the paper loaded into the automatic feeder tray at one time exceeds 150 pages, the paper will jam or will not be fed in.

• When using printed paper, please place the side to be printed (the blank side) facing up.

• When printing on A5 paper, it is recommended that the paper is fed in landscape orientation, which helps extend the toner cartridge life.

2.3.2. Loading into the Manual Feeder Tray

a) Open the feeder tray.

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b) Slide the manual feed guides to match both sides of the paper.

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c) Raise the output tray to avoid the paper from slipping and falling.

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d) Put a piece of paper, envelope or transparency into the manual feeder tray with two hands until the front end of the paper, envelope or transparency contacts the feed roller.

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Note:

• When loading paper into the manual feeder tray, the printer will automatically enable the manual feed mode.

• Load the paper into the manual feeder tray print-side up. When loading, the top of the paper first enters into the manual feeder tray.

• Ensure that the paper, envelope or transparency is loaded in straight and in the correct position of the manual feeder tray. Otherwise, it will result in a skewed printout or a paper jam.

e) After the printed page is output from the printer, load another piece of paper according to the above steps to continue printing.

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2.4. Select Media

|Paper requirements:

Type

Size

Quantity

Plain, thick, special paper (such as envelope, cardstock, label)

A4, B5, A5, A6, Letter, Executive

One piece at a time

2.5. Loading Media

1). Raise the cover.

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2). Load the document face down.

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3). Align the manuscript to match the appropriate paper size.

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4). Gently close the cover.

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Note:

Cautions:

• Do not put documents with glue, ink or correction fluid on the glass unless it is completely dry.

• Only use paper designed for laser printers.

• Paper should be clean and free of dust and other contaminants.

• Store unused paper on a flat surface in a dry place.

2.6. Nonprinting Area

The shaded edge indicates the nonprinting area

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Usage

Paper Size

Top and bottom margins (A)

Left and right margins (B)

Copy

A4

5mm (0.197in)

5mm (0.197in)

LETTER

5mm (0.197in)

5mm (0.197in)

Printing

A4

5mm (0.197in)

5mm (0.197in)

LETTER

5mm (0.197in)

5mm (0.197in)