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Printing Custom Size Paper
This section explains how to print on custom size paper using the print driver.
The way to load custom size paper is the same as the one to load standard size paper.
• "Loading Print Media in the Multipurpose Feeder (MPF)" on page 150
• "Loading Print Media in the Priority Sheet Inserter (PSI)" on page 158
• "Setting Paper Sizes and Types" on page 168
Defining Custom Paper Sizes
Before printing, set the custom size on the print driver.
NOTE:
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When setting the paper size on the print driver and the operator panel, be sure to specify the same size as the
actual print media used. Setting the wrong size for printing can cause printer failure. This is especially true if
you configure a bigger size when using a narrow width paper.
• Using the Windows Print Driver
On the Windows print driver, set the custom size in the Custom Paper Size dialog box. This section
explains the procedure using Windows XP as an example.
For Windows XP or later, an administrator's password only allows users with administrator rights to
change the settings. Users without the rights of administrator can only view the contents.
1
Click start → Printers and Faxes.
2
Right-click the icon for your printer, and then select Properties.
3
Select the Configuration tab.
4
Click Custom Paper Size.
5
Select the custom setup you want to define from Details.
6
Specify the length of the short edge and long edge under Change Setting For. You can specify
the values either by entering them directly or using the up arrow and down arrow buttons. The
length of the short edge cannot be longer than the long edge, even if it is within the specified
range. The length of the long edge cannot be shorter than the short edge, even if it is within the
specified range.
7
To assign a paper name, select the Name the Paper Size check box, and then enter the name in
Paper Name. Up to 14 characters can be used for the paper name.
8
If necessary, repeat steps 5 to 7 to define another custom size.
9
Click OK twice.
Printing on Custom Size Paper
Use the following procedures to print using either the Windows or Mac OS X print drivers.
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