Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer - Manual (Page 39)

Paper Handling
Print Media Guidelines
Storing Print Media
Identifying Print Media Sources and Specifications
Selecting an Output Location
Loading Print Media in the Paper Tray
Using the Manual Feeder
Setting the Paper Type
Setting the Paper Size
Print Media Guidelines
Print media is paper, card stock, transparencies, labels, and envelopes. Your printer provides high quality
printing on a variety of print media. Selecting the appropriate print media for your multi-function printer
helps you avoid printing problems. This chapter provides information on how to help you make print media
selections, how to care for the print media, and how to load it in the standard Tray1, optional Tray2 or
manual feeder.
Paper
For the best print quality, use 75 g/m 2 (20 lb) xerographic, long grain paper. Try a sample of any paper you
are considering using with the multi-function printer before buying large quantities.
When loading paper, note the recommended print side on the paper package, and load paper accordingly.
See
"Loading Print Media in the Paper Tray" on page 63 and "Using the Manual Feeder" on page 64 for
detailed loading instructions.
Paper Characteristics
The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. We recommend that you follow these
guidelines when evaluating new paper stock.
Weight
The multi-function printer can automatically feed paper weights from 60 to 105 g/m 2 (16 to 28 lb bond)
grain long in the ADF and from 60 to 90 g/m 2 (16 to 24 lb bond) grain long in the paper tray. Paper lighter
than 60 g/m 2 (16 lb) may not be stiff enough to feed properly, causing jams. For best performance, use 75