Tektronix Phaser 350 manual Transparency quality tips

Printing Basics 3

Transparency quality tips

■Select the Standard print-quality mode in the printer driver for the most vibrant, saturated colors on transparencies. Use the Enhanced (600 x 300) print-quality mode (Extended Features option) for transparencies containing small text and fine lines.

■Use large type on overheads; 18-point type or larger works well.

■Use yellow or other light colors for text on solid-color backgrounds.

■Place slip sheets between printed transparencies or use a protective cover to prevent contact between transparencies.

Note Do not load transparencies in the Lower Paper Tray Assembly. To avoid a jam condition, do not re-use transparencies that have been fed through the printer once (for example, after a jam or if the transparency was ejected without being printed).

1.If you are using the optional transparency tray for printing transparencies, load up to 175 transparencies (approximately three boxes) and install the transparency tray in the printer.

When you print, use a supported printer driver and specify Transparency to obtain the correct print mode for transparency media. The printer senses the presence of the transparency tray and prints correctly without further interaction.

2.If you are using the standard paper tray for printing transparencies, replace the paper in the tray with up to 50 transparency sheets and install the paper tray in the printer.

When you print, use a supported printer driver and specify Transparency to obtain the correct print mode for transparency media. The printer senses the mismatch of the transparency media loaded in the paper tray and asks you to confirm the print through the printer’s front panel.

Caution Never attempt two-sided or two-pass printing on any type of media. Ink already present on the media will offset onto the internal paper path, requiring you to perform cleaning procedures.

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