Choosing Paper And Other Media - Epson Stylus Color Stylus Color IIs User Manual

Read this chapter for information about choosing the best
paper and other media for your printing needs and for
instructions on loading them.

Choosing Paper and Other Media

You can use most plain bond paper with your printer and
achieve good results. Coated papers give you better results
because they reduce the amount of ink that is absorbed.
However, if the coated paper does not absorb enough ink, the
ink can smear.
To ensure the best results, EPSON provides special papers and
transparencies that are formulated for the inks used in EPSON
ink jet printers. These papers include the following:
EPSON special coated paper for 360 dpi. Use this paper for
best results when printing at 360 dpi.
EPSON special coated paper for 720 dpi. Use this paper for
best results when printing at 720 dpi. Five sample sheets
are included with the printer.
EPSON high-quality glossy paper. Use this paper with
720 dpi to produce camera-ready composites. When
printing on glossy paper, use only EPSON high-quality
glossy paper.
EPSON transparency film. When printing transparencies,
use only EPSON transparencies. For best results, use
transparencies within six months of opening the package.
Do not select 720 dpi when printing transparencies.
To order EPSON papers and transparencies, contact your
dealer or call EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. only).
In Canada, call (800) BUY-EPSON for sales locations.
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