Loading originals and print media. Samsung CLX-8385ND, Samsung CLX-8385 Color Laser Multifunction Printer series

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Loading originals and print media

This chapter introduces you how to load originals and print media into your machine.

This chapter includes:

•

Loading originals

•

Selecting print media

•

Changing the size of the paper in the paper tray

•

Loading paper

•

Setting the paper size and type

Loading originals

You can use the scanner glass or DADF to load an original for copying, scanning, and sending a fax.

On the scanner glass

Make sure that no originals are in the DADF. If an original is detected in the DADF, the machine gives it priority over the original on the scanner glass. To get the best scan quality, especially for colored or gray-scaled images, use the scanner glass.

1

Lift and open the scanner lid.

2

Place the original

face down

on the scanner glass and align it with the registration guide at the top left corner of the glass.

3

Close the scanner lid.

Note

• Leaving the scanner lid open while copying may affect copy quality and toner consumption.

• Dust on the scanner glass may cause black spots on the

printout. Always keep it clean. (Page 13.2)

• If you are copying a page from a book or magazine, lift the scanner lid until its hinges are caught by the stopper and then close the lid. If the book or magazine is thicker than 30 mm, start copying with the lid open.

In the DADF

Using the DADF, you can load up to 100 sheets of 75 g/m

2 paper for one job.

(20 lb bond)

When you use the DADF:

• Do not load paper smaller than 69(W) x 145(L) mm (2.7 x 5.7 inches) or larger than 216(W) x 356(L) mm (8.5 x 14 inches).

• Do not attempt to load the following types of paper:

- carbon-paper or carbon-backed paper

- coated paper

- onion skin or thin paper

- wrinkled or creased paper

- curled or rolled paper

- torn paper

• Remove all staples and paper clips before loading.

• Make sure any glue, ink, or correction fluid on the paper is completely dry before loading.

• Do not load originals that include different sizes or weights of paper.

• Do not load booklets, pamphlets, transparencies, or documents having other unusual characteristics.

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To load an original into the DADF:

1

Flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading originals.

2

Load the originals

face up

into the DADF. Make sure that the bottom of the original stack matches the paper size marked on the document input tray.

3

Adjust the document width guides to the paper size.

Selecting print media

You can print on a variety of print media, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, and transparencies. Always use print media that meet the guidelines for use with your machine. Print media that does not meet the guidelines outlined in this user’s guide may cause the following problems:

• Poor print quality

• Increased paper jams

• Premature wear on the machine.

Properties, such as weight, composition, grain, and moisture content, are important factors that affect the machine’s performance and the output quality. When you choose print materials, consider the following:

• The type, size and weight of the print media for your machine are described later in this section.

• Desired outcome: The print media you choose should be appropriate for your project.

• Brightness: Some print media are whiter than others and produce sharper, more vibrant images.

• Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the print media affects how crisp the printing looks on the paper.

Note

• Some print media may meet all of the guidelines in this section and still not produce satisfactory results. This may be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which Samsung has no control.

• Before purchasing large quantities of print media, ensure that it meets the requirements specified in this user’s guide.

Caution

Using print media that does not meet these specifications may cause problems, requiring repairs. Such repairs are not covered by Samsung’s warranty or service agreements.

Caution

Dust on the DADF glass may cause black streaks on the printout. Always keep it clean.

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Specification on print media

Type

Plain paper

Envelope

Size

Letter

Legal

US Folio

A4

Oficio

JIS B5

ISO B5

Executive

A5

Statement

A6

Envelope Monarch

Envelope No. 10

Envelope No. 9

Envelope DL

Envelope C5

Envelope C6

Letter, A4, Oficio

Dimensions

216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches)

216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches)

216 x 330 mm (8.5 x 13 inches)

210 x 297 mm (8.26 x 11.69 inches)

216 x 343 mm (8.5 x 13.5 inches)

182 x 257 mm (7.16 x 10.11 inches)

176 x 250 mm (6.93 x 9.84 inches)

184 x 267 mm (7.25 x 10.5 inches)

148 x 210 mm (5.82 x 8.26 inches)

140 x 216 mm (5.5 x 8.5 inches)

105 x 148 mm (4.13 x 5.82 inches)

98 x 191 mm (3.87 x 7.5 inches)

105 x 241 mm (4.12 x 9.5 inches)

98 x 225 mm (3.87 x 8.87 inches)

110 x 220 mm (4.33 x 8.66 inches)

162 x 229 mm (6.37 x 9.01 inches)

114 x 162 mm (4.48 x 6.38 inches)

Refer to the Plain paper section

75 to 90 g/m

Weight

• 60 to 90 g/m for the tray1.

• 60 to 90 g/m

2

2

(16 to 24 lb bond)

2

(16 to 24 lb bond) for the multi-purpose tray

• 60 to 90 g/m

2

(16 to 24 lb bond) for the high capacity feeder

(20 to 24 lb bond)

Capacity a

• 500 sheets of 80 g/m

[20 lb(75 g/m

2

2

) bond 520 sheets] paper in the tray1

• 100 sheets of 80 g/m

2

(20 lb bond) in the multi-purpose tray

• 1,950 sheets of 80 g/m

2

[20 lb(75 g/m

2

) bond 2,100 sheets] in the high capacity feeder b

• 50 sheets of 80 g/m paper in the tray1

• 10 sheets of 80 g/m

2

2

(20 lb)

(20 lb) in the multi-purpose tray

Transparency

Labels

Card stock c

Thick paper

Letter, Legal, US Folio,

A4, JIS B5, ISO B5,

Executive, A5, Statement

Letter, Legal, US Folio,

A4, JIS B5, ISO B5,

Executive, A5, Statement,

Post Card 4x6

Letter, Legal, US Folio,

A4, JIS B5, ISO B5,

Executive, A5, Statement,

Post Card 4x6

Minimum size (custom)

Maximum size (custom)

Refer to the Plain paper section

Refer to the Plain paper section

Refer to the Plain paper section

98 x 148 mm (3.86 x 5.83 inches)

216 x 1200 mm (8.5 x 47.24 inches) a. Maximum capacity may differ depending on media weight, thickness, and environmental conditions.

b. High capacity feeder does not support A6.

c. We recommend using Card stock that is less than 0.23mm thick.

138 to 146 g/m

2

(36 to 39 lb bond)

• 100 sheets of 80 g/m

2

(20 lb) paper in the tray1

120 to 150 g/m bond)

2

(32 to 40 lb

• 20 sheets of 80 g/m2 (20 lb) in the multi-purpose tray

• 100 sheets of 80 g/m

2

(20 lb) paper in the tray1

• 35 sheets of 80 g/m

2

(20 lb) in the multi-purpose tray

• 100 sheets of paper in the tray1

• 120 to 163 g/m

2

(24 to 43 lb bond) for the tray1

• 120 to 220 g/m

2

(24 to 58 lb bond) for the multi-purpose tray

• 90 to 120 g/m

2

(24 to 32 lb bond) for the tray1

• 10 sheets of paper in the multi-purpose tray

• 250 sheets of paper in the tray1

• 90 to 120 g/m

2

(24 to 32 lb bond) for the multi-purpose tray

• 90~105 g/m

2

(24 to 28 lb bond) for high capacity feeder

60 to 220 g/m

2

(16 to 58 lb bond)

• 50 sheets of paper in the multi-purpose tray

• 1250 sheets of paper in the high capacity feeder b

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Media sizes supported in each mode

Mode

Copy mode

Single side printing

Duplex printing

Fax mode b a

Size

Letter, A4, Legal, Folio,

Oficio, Executive, ISO

B5, A5

All sizes supported by the machine

Letter, A4, Legal, Folio,

Oficio, JIS B5, ISO B5,

Executive, A5,

Statement

Letter, A4, Legal

Source

• Tray 1

• Optional tray

•

Multi-purpose tray

• High capacity feeder

• Tray 1

• Optional tray

• Multi-purpose tray

• High capacity feeder

• Tray 1

• Optional tray

• Multi-purpose tray

• High capacity feeder

• Ttray 1

• Optional tray

• High capacity feeder

a. 60 to 120 g/m 2 (16 to 32 lb bond) only b. Only the optional fax kit is installed.

Guidelines for selecting and storing print media

When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other print materials, keep these guidelines in mind:

• Always use print media that conform with the specifications listed on

page 4.3.

• Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause paper jams and poor print quality.

• For the best print quality, use only high quality copier grade paper specifically recommended for use in laser printers.

• Avoid using the following media types:

- Paper with embossed lettering, perforations, or a texture that is too smooth or too rough

- Erasable bond paper

- Multi-paged paper

- Synthetic paper and thermally reactive paper

- Carbonless paper and Tracing paper.

Use of these types of paper could result in paper jams, chemical smells, and damage to your machine.

• Store print media in its ream wrapper until you are ready to use it.

Place cartons on pallets or shelves, not on the floor. Do not place heavy objects on top of the paper, whether it is packaged or unpackaged. Keep it away from moisture or other conditions that can cause it to wrinkle or curl.

• Store unused print media at temperatures between 15 °C and 30 °C.

The relative humidity should be between 10% and 70%.

• Store unused print media in a moisture-proof wrap, such as a plastic container or bag, to prevent dust and moisture from contaminating your paper.

• Load special media types one sheet at a time through the multipurpose tray to avoid paper jams.

• To prevent print media, such as transparencies and label sheets, from sticking together, remove them as they print out.

Guidelines for special print media

Media type Guidelines

Envelopes • Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the following factors:

- Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 90 g/m

2

(20 to 24 lb bond) or jamming may occur.

- Construction: Prior to printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm curl, and should not contain air.

- Condition: Envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.

- Temperature: You should use envelopes that are compatible with the heat and pressure of the machine during operation.

• Use only well-constructed envelopes with sharp and well creased folds.

• Do not use stamped envelopes.

• Do not use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated lining, self-adhesive seals, or other synthetic materials.

• Do not use damaged or poorly made envelopes.

• Be sure the seam at both ends of the envelope extends all the way to the corner of the envelope.

Unacceptable

• Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one flap that folds over to seal must use adhesives compatible with the printer’s fusing temperature for 0.1 second. Check your machine’s specification to view the fusing

temperature, see page 17.1. The extra flaps and

strips might cause wrinkling, creasing, or jams, and may even damage the fuser.

• For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 15 mm from the edges of the envelope.

• Avoid printing over the area where the envelope’s seams meet.

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Acceptable

Media type Guidelines

Transparencies • To avoid damaging the machine, use only transparencies designed for use in laser printers.

• Transparencies used in the printer must be able to withstand the machine’s fusing temperature.

Check your machine’s specification to view the

fusing temperature, see page 17.1.

• Place them on a flat surface after removing them from the machine.

• Do not leave them in the paper tray for long periods of time. Dust and dirt may accumulate on them, resulting in spotty printing.

• To avoid smudging caused by fingerprints, handle them carefully.

• To avoid fading, do not expose printed transparencies to prolonged sunlight.

• Ensure that transparencies are not wrinkled, curled, or have any torn edges.

• When you use the color printed transparency on a beam projector, due to toner’s characteristics, it won’t be reflected in colors.

Caution

• Recommended media: Transparency for a Color Laser Printers produced by HP,

Xerox and 3M.

• It is not recommended to use paperbacked transparencies such as

Xerox 3R91334, which can cause a jam or be scratched.

Media type

Labels

Card stock or custom-sized materials

Preprinted paper

Guidelines

• To avoid damaging the machine, use only labels designed for use in laser printers.

• When selecting labels, consider the following factors:

- Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at your machine’s fusing temperature.

Check your machine’s specification to view the

fusing temperature, see page 17.1.

- Arrangement: Only use labels with no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off sheets that have spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.

- Curl: Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm ( 5 inches) of curl in any direction.

- Condition: Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation.

• Make sure that there is no exposed adhesive material between labels. Exposed areas can cause labels to peel off during printing, which can cause paper jams. Exposed adhesive can also cause damage to machine components.

• Do not run a sheet of labels through the machine more than once. The adhesive backing is designed for only a single pass through the machine.

• Do not use labels that are separating from the backing sheet or are wrinkled, bubbled, or otherwise damaged.

Do not print on media smaller than 98 mm (3.86 inches) wide or 148 mm (5.83 inches) long.

• In the software application, set margins at least

6.4 mm (0.25 inches) away from the edges of the material.

• Letterhead must be printed with heat-resistant ink that will not melt, vaporize, or release hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer’s fusing temperature for 0.1 second.

Check your machine’s specification to view the

fusing temperature, see page 17.1.

• Letterhead ink must be non-flammable and should not adversely affect printer rollers.

• Forms and letterhead should be sealed in a moisture-proof wrapping to prevent changes during storage.

• Before you load preprinted paper, such as forms and letterhead, verify that the ink on the paper is dry. During the fusing process, wet ink can come off preprinted paper, reducing print quality.

Note

Using photographic paper or coated paper may cause problems, requiring repairs. Such repairs are not covered by

Samsung’s warranty or service agreements.

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Changing the size of the paper in the paper tray

To load longer sizes of paper, such as Legal-sized paper, you need to adjust the paper guides to extend the paper tray.

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After inserting paper into the tray, while pinching the paper width guide as shown, move it toward the stack of paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. Do not press the guide too tightly to the edge of the paper; the guide may bend the paper.

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1

2 paper length guide paper width guide

2

Note

If you have installed an optional high capacity feeder, refer to

Quick Install Sheet to adjust paper size.

1

Adjust the paper length guide to the desired paper length. It is preset to Letter or A4 size depending on the country. To load another size, hold the lever and move the length guide to the corresponding position.

Note

• Do not push the paper width guides far enough to cause the materials to warp.

• If you do not adjust the paper width guides, it may cause paper jams.

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Loading paper

Loading paper in tray 1, optional tray or optional high capacity feeder

Load the print media you use for the majority of your print jobs in the tray 1. The tray 1 can hold a maximum of 520 sheets of 80 g/m

2

(20 lb bond) plain paper.

You can purchase an optional tray and attach it below the standard tray

to load an additional 520 sheets of paper. (Page 15.1)

1

To load paper, pull and open the paper tray and place paper with the side you want to print facing up.

Envelope

Preprinted paper

Transparency

Punched paper Card stock Letterhead paper

Label

2

After inserting paper into the tray, while pinching the paper width guide as shown, move it toward the stack of paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. Do not press the guide too tightly to the edge of the paper; the guide may bend the paper.

Note

• When using a transparency, avoid using transparency without stripe band or with stripe band on the longer side of the paper.

It might cause a paper feeding jam.

• Place the side to be printed facing up.

Note

• Do not push the paper width guides far enough to cause the materials to warp.

• If you do not adjust the paper width guides, it may cause paper jams.

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After loading paper, set the paper type and size for the tray. See

page 4.9 for copying and faxing or

Software section

for PCprinting.

Note

If you experience problems with paper feed, place one sheet at a time in the multi-purpose tray.

In the multi-purpose tray

The multi-purpose tray can hold special sizes and types of print material, such as transparencies, postcards, note cards, and envelopes. It is useful for single page printing on letterhead or colored paper.

Tips on using the multi-purpose tray

• Load only one size of print media at a time in the multi-purpose tray.

• To prevent paper jams, do not add paper when there is still paper in the multi-purpose tray. This also applies to other types of print media.

• Print media should be loaded face down with the top edge going into the multi-purpose tray first and be placed in the center of the tray.

• Always load only the specified print media to avoid paper jams and

print quality problems. (Page 4.2)

• Flatten any curl on postcards, envelopes, and labels before loading them into the multi-purpose tray.

To load paper in the multi-purpose tray:

1

Open the multi-purpose tray and unfold the multi-purpose tray extension, as shown.

3

Load the paper with the side to be printed on facing down.

Note

• When using a transparency, avoid using transparency without stripe band or with stripe band on the longer side of the paper.

It might cause a paper feeding jam.

• Place the side to be printed facing down.

Envelope

Preprinted paper

Transparency

Punched paper Card stock Letterhead paper

Label

Banner paper

2

If you are using paper, flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading.

For transparencies, hold them by the edges and avoid touching the print side. Oils from your fingers can cause print quality problems.

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Make sure you load one sheet at a time, and hold the paper with two hands for the paper not to fall since the paper length is longer than the multi-tray length.

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Squeeze the multi-purpose tray paper width guides and adjust them to the width of the paper. Do not force too much, or the paper will be bent, which will result in a paper jam or skew.

5

After loading paper, set the paper type and size for the multi-

purpose tray. See page 4.9 for copying and faxing or the

Software section

for PC-printing.

Note

The settings made from the printer driver override the settings on the control panel.

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After printing, fold the multi-purpose tray extension and close the multi-purpose tray.

Setting the paper size and type

After loading paper in the paper tray, you need to set the paper size and type. These settings will apply to

Copy

and

Fax

modes.

For PC-printing, you need to select the paper size and type in the application program you use on your PC. (See

Software section

.)

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Press

Machine Setup

on the control panel.

2

Press

Admin Setting

.

3

When the login message appears, enter password with number keypad and press

OK

. (Page 3.5)

4

Press the

General

tab.

5

Press the down arrow to switch the screen, press

Tray

Management

.

6

Select tray and its options such as paper size and type.

7

Press

OK

.

Note

If you want to use special sized paper such as a billing paper, select

Custom

in the

Paper

tab in the printer propeties. See

Software section

.

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