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Settings and Printing Printer Power source Refer to the nameplate on the rear of the unit. Temperature Operating: 10 C to 32.5 C (50 F to 90.5 F) Best Print Quality: 15 C to 25 C (59 F to 77 F)
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It is possible to print a single-sided document at 1200 x 1200 dpi with the standard 32 MB of memory. However, you may experience a “Memory Overflow” error when printing complex documents. Should this be the case, you will have to use either a lower resolution or increase the printer's memory (see RAM buffer below). Maximum printing speed The print speeds listed in the following table represent the time the printer produces multiple prints on various media and resolution (Continuous throughput rate).
You may need to adjust the page margins in the application software to match the print area. The following table and illustrations show the page sizes, the largest print areas, and the margins for the media sizes supported on this printer. Media...
Settings and Printing Paper Weight The printer is designed to work well with most types of paper. However, differences in paper may have significant effects on the quality of the print or the reliability of paper handling. It is strongly recommended that you always test paper before purchasing it to make sure it provides desirable performance.
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BBefore printing on the first side, set the unprintable area [at least 15 mm (0.59 ) in length] on the top of paper (see below). Paper feed direction BWhen printing on the first side, avoid printing photograph or graphic in solid color to prevent paper jamming. It may cause a damage to the printer. Ex. Characters Specifications Maintenance Unprintable area [a : at least 15 mm (0.59")]...
Settings and Printing Transparencies and Labels You may also print on transparencies and labels that are made for the printer. Panasonic has tested and found that the following work satisfactorily. OHP transparency Labels BRe-using transparencies that have been fed through the printer once (for example, after jams or if the transparency is ejected without being printed) can reduce the life of the consumables and paper path components.
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Contents Specifications Settings and Printing Maintenance Media Envelopes It is recommended that you print in black text only and purchase high quality #10 or larger laser envelopes with diagonal seams, as shown in the diagram below: High quality envelopes have the following characteristics: BA thin, sharply creased leading edge BPaper weight of 90 g/m (24 lbs.)
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Twist Wave Do not attempt to print on any of the following types of envelopes. These may cause damage to your printer. BEnvelopes with clasps, snaps or tie strings (see Figure 1) BEnvelopes with transparent windows (see Figure 2) BEnvelopes that will melt, discolor, scorch offset or release hazardous emissions when exposed to 200 C (392 F) for 0.1 second...
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Envelope storage is very important. Store them away from moisture and humid air, where they can lay flat and their edges won’t be bent or damaged. The humidity should not exceed 70% RH. Software Printer Driver Version of Windows : Windows 95* ®...
OTES B“Return” denotes the return side wire of a twisted pair cable and is connected to signal ground. BBe sure to use only a shielded cable. The printer will not operate properly if any of the pins is not connected.