TROY Group MICR Basics Handbook - Manual (Page 17)

Section 4 Selecting Check Paper and MICR Toner
MICR Basics Handbook -- Document #50-70300-001 Rev. C
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Selecting Check Paper
During a typical processing cycle, a check may pass through high-speed readers/sorters as many as 30
times. If the proper check paper is not used, the check could easily become damaged. If damage occurs
at the beginning of the processing cycle, the check may not feed into subsequent machines. Damaged
documents must be repaired before being re-entered into subsequent reader/sorter machines.
Inexpensive paper may save you money in the short term; however, the finished documents may not
survive the processing cycle and may cause a marked increase in rejected documents at your banking
operation centers and clearing houses. Most of these establishments keep accurate records on problem
checks. Continued use of inferior check stock could ultimately result in fines from these clearing houses
and/or outright rejection of all of your subsequent checks.
After learning about the paper requirements in the following sections, you will find that TROY’s
premium quality security check paper will give you the best results. TROY’s premium quality security
check paper is made specifically for printing checks. If you wish to order your paper stock from your
own source, show the paper requirements outlined in this section to the sales representative.
If you are uncertain about the characteristics of your paper stock, TROY’s state-of-the-art paper and print
quality laboratory will test your paper forms and print quality for a nominal fee. For more information on
this service or to obtain TROY premium quality check paper, call: (800) 332-6427 (MICR).
NOTE: This section provides details for MICR specifications and
guidelines that apply to the United States. For information
on International MICR specifications and guidelines, refer
to the ISO-1004 standards document.