User guide
Printing Basics
User Guide 3-6
Options available in the Media type list are as follows.
Once printing begins, the printing system automatically selects the paper to match
the paper size and specified media type.
If the paper loaded does not match the size, type, or both, a message appears asking
you to load paper in the MP tray.
Printing on Paper of Non-Standard Sizes
To use custom sizes of paper in your printing system, you must first define the
custom paper sizes in the Properties dialog box.
Note: For custom paper, supply the paper using the universal (adjustable) paper
cassette or the MP tray.
Custom Paper Sizes
1
Load the custom paper into the printing system. For further details, refer to the
printing system's Operation Guide. 1
2
Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then select Printers and Faxes. The
Printers and Faxes window appears. 2
Note: Windows 98/Me/2000: Open the printer driver properties by selecting Start in
the Windows taskbar and then selecting the Printers window.
3
Right-click the printer icon and select Properties to open the Properties dialog
box. 3
Media Type Usable Paper Cassettes
Plain 64 to 90 g/m
2
All
Preprinted All
Bond (securities) All
Recycled All
Vellum Less than 64 g/m
2
All
Letterhead All
Color 64 to 90 g/m
2
All
Prepunched All
Card Stock All
High quality All
Envelopes MP Tray
Thick MP Tray
Rough 90 to 200 g/m
2
MP Tray
Labels MP Tray
Transparency MP Tray
Custom (1-8) Refer to Operation Guide