[Paper Type]
Overview
Select the desired paper type from the list.
Paper is classified by surface processing or texture. Set the appropriate paper type for your requirements.
NOTICE
- Special paper such as label paper or paper with an adhesive surface may cause a failure because the adhesive surface may adhere to various parts inside the machine during paper feeding. When using this function, be sure to contact your service representative in advance.
Tips
- If paper loaded in the selected paper tray is inserted into the optional Intelligent Media Sensor IM-101, paper is measured, and [Paper Type] and [Weight] are set automatically. This function is useful when you do not know the paper type or weight. For details, refer to What Is the Media Sensor?.
- A paper profile that does not match the specifications of the paper tray cannot be set.
- The available paper types vary depending on the optional devices mounted on this system. For details, refer to Optional Part Names and Specifications for Paper Feed.
Specifications
Category | Print Workflow, Copy / Scan | ||
Location | Machine | Touch Panel | |
Printer driver | - | ||
Application | - | ||
Required options | - | ||
Required items | - | ||
Setting items | -[Plain] | Copy or print paper referred to as "PPC paper" that is used for copiers and printers. Select this item for black and white copying and printing. | |
[Fine] | Non-coated paper generally used for offset printing. This paper type has a high degree of whiteness and is used for a range of purposes. | ||
[Book/News] | This is mainly used for the body text paper of books. This paper has high opacity to minimize show-through, and is cream-colored so that the characters are easy to read. | ||
[Plain-rough] | Paper with a scabrous and rough surface and poor toner fixability. Among fine paper, cotton paper is included in the category of rough paper. | ||
[Blank Insert] | Paper that is only passed through this system without being printed on. Select this item when you want to insert printed paper that will not be printed by this system, or insert blank paper using the Insert Sheet function. | ||
Remarks | -: Default | ||
Reference | - | ||
Screen access | Touch panel - [MACHINE] - [Reg./Del.PaperSet.] - [Add/Edit] - [Paper Type] | ||
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