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2. Paper and Print Media

2.1. Paper Specification

Automatic Feeder Tray	Media Type	Plain paper(70～105g/m²),thin paper(60～70g/m²),thick Paper(105～120g/m²),Transparent film,Recycled Paper
	Media size	A4, Letter, Legal, Folio, Oficio, Statement, Executive, JIS B5, ISO B5, A5, A5 L, A6, B6, 16K, Big 16K, 32K, Big 32K, Custom
	Media weight	60～120 g/m²
	Maximum capacity of the tray	250 pages (80 g/m²)
Multipurpose feed tray	Media Type	Plain paper(70～105g/m²),thin paper(60～70g/m²),thick paper(105～120g/m²),Carton paper,Label paper, Envelope,Thicker
	Media size	A4, Letter, Legal, Folio, Oficio, Statement, Executive, JIS B5, ISO B5, A5, A5 L, A6, B6, Monarch Env, DL Env, C5 Env, NO.10 Env, C6 Env, Japanese Postcard, Postcard, ZL, 16K, Big 16K, 32K, Big 32K, Yougata4, Younaga3, Nagagata3, Yougata2, Custom
	Media weight	60～200 g/m²
	Maximum capacity of the tray	60 pages(80 g/m²)
Optional Tray 1/2	Media Type	Plain paper(70～105g/m²),thin paper(60～70g/m²),thick Paper(105～120g/m²),Recycled Paper
	Media size	A4, Letter, Legal, Folio, Oficio, Statement, Executive, JIS B5, ISO B5, A5, A5 L, A6, 16K, Big 16K, Custom
	Media weight	60～120 g/m²
	Maximum capacity of the tray	550 pages(80 g/m²)

Note：

• 80 g/m² standard paper is recommended for this printer.

• It is not recommended to use special paper extensively, which may affect the service life of the printer.

• The print media that does not meet the guidelines listed in this User Guide may result in poor print quality, increased paper jam and excessive wear of the printer.

• Properties such as weight, composition, texture and humidity are important factors affecting the printer performance and output quality.

Please note the following matters when selecting the print media:

1. Desired print effect: The print media selected should meet the requirement of the print tasks.

2. Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the print media may affect the sharpness of the print outcome.

3. Some print media may meet all the use guidelines contained herein, but they still can not bring satisfactory effect. This may be due to incorrect operation, inappropriate temperature and humidity, or other factors beyond the control of Pantum. Before purchasing large quantities of print media, make sure that the print media meets the specifications specified in this User Guide.

2.2. Special Paper

This printer supports using the special paper for printing. Special paper includes: Label paper,Envelope, Transparent film, Thick paper,Carton paper, Thin paper,Thicker,Recycled Paper.

Note：

• When using special paper or print media, be sure to select matched print type and size in the print settings so as to get the best print effect.

Please observe the following standards:

Types of Print Media	Correct Practices	Incorrect Practices
Label Paper	Use labels with no exposed lining paper only. Labels shall be put flat when using. Use labels of full sheet only. There is no guarantee that all the labels in the market can meet corresponding requirements.	Use wrinkled, blistered or damaged label papers.
Envelope	Envelopes should be loaded evenly.	Use wrinkled, nicked, stuck or damaged envelopes. Use envelopes with clips, snaps, windows, or coated linings. Use envelopes with self-adhesive stickers or other synthetic materials.
Transparent Film	Only use transparent films approved for use in laser printers.	Use transparent print media that is not suitable for laser printers.
Carton paper,Thick Paper,Thicker	Only use heavy paper that is approved for use in laser printers and meets the weight specifications of this printer.	Use the paper whose weight is more than the specification of the media recommended for this printer, unless the paper is approved for use in this printer.

2.3. Loading Paper

2.3.1. Load paper in multi-purpose tray

1. Open the multipurpose feed tray.

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2. Slide the paper guide of the multipurpose feed tray to match both sides of the paper. Do not apply excessive force; otherwise, paper jamming or tilting may occur.

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3. Unfold the stack of paper for feeding to avoid jamming or feeding error, place the side of paper to be printed upwards into the automatic feed tray. The multipurpose feed tray can hold up to 60 pieces of 80g/m² paper.

4. Place the printing media flatly into multipurpose feed tray with both hands.

5.Raise the output tray to avoid the printed paper from slipping and falling, or immediately remove the printed document after the printing is complete.

Note：

• Place the side of paper to be printed upwards into the multipurpose feed tray and ensure top of the paper enters the tray first.

• After printing, please take out printed papers output from printer immediately. Stacked papers or envelops will lead to paper jam or wrapped paper.

2.3.2. Load paper in automatic tray

1.Slide out the automatic feeder tray from the printer.

2. Slide the clip of extended tray of auto feed tray, paper length deflector and paper width deflector to the slot suitable for paper size, in order to match paper length and width.

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Note：

• Do not overly squeeze the "paper length guide" and "paper width guide", otherwise it could easily lead to deformation of paper.

3. Before loading paper, please unfold the stacked paper to avoid a paper jam or feed error, and then load the paper into the tray print-side down.The automatic feeder tray can be loaded up to 250 pages, 80g/m² paper.

4. Raise the output tray to avoid the printed paper from slipping and falling, or immediately remove the printed document after the printing is complete.

Note：

• It is recommended that you raise the output tray to prevent the paper from slipping and falling after printing. If you choose not to raise the output tray, we recommend that you immediately remove the printed paper from the printer.

• If more than 250 pages (80 g/m²) are put inside the auto feed tray at one time, paper jam or paper feed failure will be led to.

• If carrying out single-sided printing, please make sure that the side to be printed (the blank side) is face down.

2.3.3. Load paper in optional tray

Note：

• For the installation of optional trays, please refer to “Installing optional tray” or the Installation Guide supplied with the optional trays.

• Before you use it, please remove the A5/A6 stopper before loading paper.

1. Pull out the optional tray completely from the printer.

2. Slide the paper length guide and paper width guide to the slot suitable for paper size, to match paper length and width.

Note：

• Do not overly squeeze the “paper length guide” and “paper width guide”, otherwise it could easily lead to deformation of paper.

• To load Legal size paper, press inwards the Release button at the rear end of the tray and pull out the rear end of the tray to lengthen the tray.

3. Before loading paper, please unfold the stacked paper to avoid a paper jam or feed error, and then load the paper into the tray print-side down. An optional tray can hold up to 550 pieces of 80g/m² paper.

4. Raise the output tray to avoid the printed paper from slipping and falling, or immediately remove the printed document after the printing is complete.

Note：

• If more than 550 pieces of paper (80g/m²) are put inside the optional tray at one time, it will lead to paper jam or paper feed failure.

• For single-sided printing, please make sure that the side to be printed (the blank side) faces down.

2.4. Non-printable Area

The shaded area indicates the non-printable area.

Usage	Paper Size	Top and bottom margins (A)	Left and right margins (B)
Printing	A4	5mm(0.197inch)	5mm(0.197inch)
Printing	Letter	5mm(0.197inch)	5mm(0.197inch)

2.5. Paper application rules

• Rough textured, uneven, oil stained and extremely smooth paper will make printing effect poor.

• Please make sure that there is no dust, fluff, etc. on the paper.

• Paper shall be put on a flat surface and stored under a cool and dry environment.