Samsung ML-4050ND manual Loading print media, Selecting print media

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5 Loading print media

This chapter will help you understand types of paper you can use with your printer and how to properly load paper in the different paper trays for the best print quality.

This chapter includes:

Selecting print media

Loading paper

Selecting an output location

Selecting print media

You can print on a variety of print media, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, and transparencies. Always use print media that meet the guidelines for use with your printer. Print media that does not meet the guidelines outlined in this user’s guide may cause the following problems:

Poor print quality

Increased paper jams

Premature wear on the printer

Properties, such as weight, composition, grain, and moisture content, are important factors that affect the printer’s performance and the output quality. When you choose print media, consider the following:

The type, size and weight of the print media for your machine are described later in this section.

Desired outcome: The print media you choose should be appropriate for your project.

Brightness: Some print media are whiter than others and produce sharper, more vibrant images.

Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the print media affects how crisp the printing looks on the paper.

Notes

• Some print media may meet all of the guidelines in this section and still not produce satisfactory results. This may be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which Samsung has no control.

Before purchasing large quantities of print media, ensure that it meets the requirements specified in this user’s guide.

Caution

• Using print media that does not meet these specifications may cause problems, requiring repairs. Such repairs are not covered by Samsung’s warranty or service agreements.

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Contents Page Page Country Customer Care Center Web Site Contact Samsung World WideContents Troubleshooting Installing accessoriesSpecifications Laser Safety Statement Safety and Regulatory InformationImportant Precautions and Safety Information Environmental and Safety ConsiderationRadio Frequency Emissions Ozone SafetyPower Saver RecyclingDeclaration of Conformity European Countries United States of AmericaWireless Guidance Regulatory Compliance StatementsReplacing the Fitted Plug for UK Only Special features IntroductionSoftware section Print in various environments Front view Printer overviewControl panel overview Finding more informationClearance space Selecting a locationSystem setup Using control panel menusAccessing control panel menus Menu overview Job manager menuInformation menu Paper menu Layout menuGraphic menu System Setup menuPostScript Emulation menuUsing toner save mode Printing a demoChanging the display language Postscript Printer Description PPD file Use ContentsSoftware overview Supplied softwarePrinter driver features System requirementsWindows Macintosh LinuxNetwork setup Via network administration programsVia the control panel Supported operating systems Configuring TCP/IPConfiguring EtherTalk Dynamic addressing BOOTP/DHCPPrinting a network configuration Configuring IPX frame typesSetting Ethernet speed Restoring the network configurationSelecting print media Loading print mediaPrint media for duplex printing Type Size Dimensions Weighta CapacitybType Size Weight Supported sizes of paperGuidelines for selecting and storing print media Guidelines for special print mediaMedia type Guidelines Loading paper Changing the size of the paper in the tray Using the standard tray or the optional traysLoad the paper with the side to be printed on facing up Using the multi-purpose trayTips on using the multi-purpose tray Using manual feed modeSelecting an output location Printing to the output tray Face downPrinting to the rear cover Face up Printing a document Canceling a print jobPrinting a document Canceling a print job Basic printingOrdering supplies and accessories AccessoriesToner cartridges How to purchase Cleaning the inside of the printer MaintenanceCleaning the printer Cleaning the outside of the printerPTL lens Checking the remaining toner Maintaining the toner cartridgeRedistributing toner cartridge Replacing the toner cartridge Maintenance parts Clearing the Toner Low Replace Toner messageItems Yield Average Clearing paper jams TroubleshootingPaper feed area TrayOptional tray Multi-purpose tray Around the toner cartridgePaper exit area Duplex unit areaDuplex jam Troubleshooting checklist Condition Suggested solutionsTips for avoiding paper jams Understanding display messages Understanding the status LEDOPC is Cleaning Message Meaning Suggested solutions LoadLow Heat Error LSU Motor ErrorToner cartridge-related messages Solving general printing problems Series PCL 6 printer icon Settings and Printers. RightSpool Settings button Click the Samsung ML-4050Solving print quality problems Scatter Condition Suggested solutions VerticalRepetitive DefectsCommon PostScript problems Common Windows problemsInstalled Common Linux problemsCommon Macintosh problems Installable Options section toDisconnect the power cord Installing accessoriesPrecautions when installing accessories Installing a memory DimmSetting the memory in the PostScript printer properties Select the Device Settings tabSelect the Samsung ML-4050 Series PS printer Removing a Dimm Installing a wireless network interface cardConfiguring the wireless network parameters Configuring basic network settingsSelecting the authentication type Restoring default values for wireless networking Using the hard diskInstalling the hard disk Setting EncryptionStoring a job Setting the hard disk in the printer propertiesSetting the time and date Printing with the optional hard diskTo delete a file from the queue Printing a stored jobDeleting a stored job Controlling the active job queuePrinting using the form files To promote a file from the queueTo print a file immediately Specifications Printer specificationsSpecifications and Description Index System requirements Linux 3.3 Macintosh 3.3 Windows Software section Contents Using Windows Postscript Driver Using Your Printer with a Macintosh Installing Printer Software Installing Software for Local PrintingTypical Installation Select Typical installation for a local printer. Click Next Custom InstallationSelect Custom installation. Click Next Installing Software for Network Printing Installing Printer Software in Windows Custom Installation Installing Printer Software in Windows Select the components you want to reinstall and click Next Reinstalling Printer SoftwareNext Removing Printer SoftwareSelect your printer driver from the Name drop-down list Printing a DocumentPrinter Settings Layout TabPaper Orientation Paper Tab SourceScaling Printing Graphics Tab Image ModeResolution Toner Save ModeJob Setting On the Job SettingExtras Tab Printer Tab Using a Favorite SettingUsing Help About TabPrinting Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up Printing Advanced PrintingPrinting Booklets Printing PostersNone Printing on Both Sides of PaperPrinting a Reduced or Enlarged Document Fitting Your Document to a Selected Paper SizeEditing a Watermark Using WatermarksUsing an Existing Watermark Creating a WatermarkCreating a New Page Overlay Using OverlaysWhat is an Overlay? Using a Page OverlayAdvanced Using Windows PostScript DriverOverview Direct Print Utility PrintingFrom the Direct Print Utility window Select Local Port and click New Port Setting Up a Host ComputerSetting Up a Client Computer Check the Share this printer boxToner Level Troubleshooting GuidePrinter Setting Understanding Smart PanelUsing Onscreen Help File Opening the Troubleshooting GuideUsing Printer Settings Utility Changing the Smart Panel Program SettingsInstalling the Unified Linux Driver Installing the Unified Linux DriverGetting Started Click Uninstall Uninstalling the Unified Linux DriverDouble-clickUnified Driver Configurator on the desktop Using the Unified Driver ConfiguratorPrinters Configuration Opening the Unified Driver ConfiguratorConfiguring Printer Properties Ports ConfigurationClasses Tab Printing Files Printing from ApplicationsClick Continue Installing Software for MacintoshInstall the Printer driver Uninstalling the Printer driverMac OS 8.6 ~ Setting Up the PrinterFor a Network-connected Macintosh For a USB-connectedChanging Printer Settings Layout SettingPrinting a Document Reverse Duplex Printer Features SettingResolutionQuality Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of PaperDuplex Printing Index Image mode 15 resolution Macintosh GGGGGGGGGGGGGRev.9.00