Chapter 2
•Do not overload the trays. For more information, see Understand specifications for supported media.
•To prevent jams, poor print quality, and other printing problems, avoid the following media:
ƕMultipart forms
ƕMedia that is damaged, curled, or wrinkled
ƕMedia with cutouts or perforations
ƕMedia that is heavily textured, embossed, or does not accept ink well
ƕMedia that is too lightweight or stretches easily
Cards and envelopes
•Avoid envelopes that have a very slick finish,
•Use tightly constructed envelopes, and make sure the folds are sharply creased.
•Load envelopes with the flaps facing up.
Photo media
•Use the Best mode to print photographs. Note that in this mode, printing takes longer and more memory is required from your computer.
•Remove each sheet as it prints and set it aside to dry. Allowing wet media to stack up may cause smearing.
Transparencies
•Insert transparencies with the rough side down and the adhesive strip pointing towards the back of the device.
•Use the Normal mode to print transparencies. This mode provides longer drying time and ensures that the ink dries completely before the next page is delivered to the main tray.
•Remove each sheet as it prints and set it aside to dry. Allowing wet media to stack up may cause smearing.
Custom-sized media
•Use only
•If your application supports
Understand specifications for supported media
Use the Understand supported sizes and Understand supported media types and weights tables to determine the correct media to use with your device, and determine what features will work with your media.
•Understand supported sizes
•Understand supported media types and weights
18 Use the device