Epson 5500 Chapter 2: Printing on Various Papers, Selecting a Paper Path

Chapter 2: Printing on Various Papers

Your EPSON Stylus Pro 5500 prints on a variety of substrates, from plain paper to high-quality matte and glossy media. With four paths to choose from (if you have the optional lower cassette), you can use paper sizes from 4 × 6 inches to 13 × 19 inches. The straight-through rear manual feed slot lets you print on stock up to 200 lb and sheets up to 44 inches long.

This chapter includes instructions for the following:

•Selecting a paper path

•Using the paper trays

•Using the front manual feed slot

•Using the rear manual feed slot

•Printing on EPSON media

•Clearing paper jams

Selecting a Paper Path

You can use the 250-sheet auto feed paper trays for the letter-size or larger papers you print on most often. The front manual slot gives you a convenient way to feed individual Executive-size or larger sheets. The rear manual slot provides a straight-through paper path for papers of all sizes and weights, up to 44 inches long.

The following illustrations show the paper paths available:

Standard paper tray:

Optional lower paper tray:

Front manual feed slot:

Rear manual feed slot: