User manual

Handling rolls
Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically
If the leading edge of a roll is crooked or warped, it may cause an error message or printing problems. In this
case, set T rim Edge First to Automatic or On in the Paper Menu on the Control Panel to have the printer cut the
leading edge to make the edge straight after you load a roll.
T rim Edge First of fers the following options.
• Automatic
If the left and right side of the leading edge of the roll ((a) and (b)) are uneven by 3 mm (0.12 in) or
more when you load the roll, the edge is cut an amount relative to the slant to ensure a straight edge,
and scraps are removed. The edge is not cut if the unevenness is less than 3 mm. However , paper
may sometimes be cut, depending on the state of the leading edge.
• Off
The edge is not cut and scraps are not removed. This setting is Off for most types of paper , by default.
For more information, see the Paper Reference Guide . ( → P .95)
• On
The leading edge is cut of f when you load a roll, and scraps are removed. The amount of paper cut
from the leading edge varies depending on the type of paper . For more information, see the Paper
Reference Guide . ( → P .95)
Follow these steps to change the T rim Edge First setting.
1. On the T ab Selection screen of the Control Panel , press ◄ or ► to select the Paper tab ( ).
Note
• If the T ab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
2. Press the OK button.
The Paper Menu is displayed.
3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details , and then press the OK button.
4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper , and then press the OK button.
5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select T rim Edge First , and then press the OK button.
6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting option, and then press the OK button.
This setting takes ef fect the next time you load a roll.
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