2. Paper and Print Media

2.1. Paper Specification

M6200/M6500/M6550/M6600 Series

Media Type

Plain paper, thick paper, transparent film, carton paper, label paper, envelope, thin paper

Media size

A4, A5, A6, JIS B5, ISO B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement, Monarch envelope, DL envelope, C5 envelope, C6 envelope, NO.10 envelope, Japanese Postcard, Folio, Oficio, Big 16k, 32k, 16k, Big 32k, ZL, Yougata4, Postcard, Younaga3, Nagagata3, Yougata2, Custom

Media weight

60~163g/m²

Feeder tray volume

150 pages

Output tray volume

100 pages

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Note:

• It is recommended to use the standard paper and recycled paper for the printer.

• It is not recommended to use special paper extensively, which may affect the service life of the printer.

• The print media that does not meet the guidelines listed in this User Guide may result in poor print quality, increased paper jam and excessive wear of the printer.

• Properties such as weight, composition, texture and humidity are important factors affecting the printer performance and output quality.

• Please note the following matters when selecting the print media:

1. Desired print effect: The print media selected should meet the requirement of the print tasks.

2. Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the print media may affect the sharpness of the print outcome.

3. Some print media may meet all the use guidelines contained herein, but they still can not bring satisfactory effect. This may be due to incorrect operation, inappropriate temperature and humidity, or other factors beyond the control of Pantum. Before purchasing large quantities of print media, make sure that the print media meets the specifications specified in this User Guide.

4. Using print media that does not meet these specifications may cause damage to the printer.

2.2. Special Paper

This printer supports using the special paper for printing. Special paper includes: label paper, envelope, transparent film, thick paper, thin paper, etc.

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Note:

• When using special paper or print media, be sure to select matched print type and size in the print settings so as to get the best print effect.

• When using special media to print, it is recommended to load one piece of paper at one time.

| Please observe the following standards:

Types of Print Media

Correct Practices

Incorrect Practices

Label Paper

Use labels with no exposed lining paper only.

Labels shall be put flat when using.

Use labels of full sheet only.

There is no guarantee that all the labels in the market can meet corresponding requirements.

Use wrinkled, blistered or damaged label papers.

Envelope

Envelopes should be loaded evenly.

Use wrinkled, nicked, stuck or damaged envelopes.

Use envelopes with clips, snaps, windows, or coated linings.

Use envelopes with self-adhesive stickers or other synthetic materials.

Transparent Film

Only use transparent films approved for use in laser printers.

Use transparent print media that is not suitable for laser printers.

Thick Paper

Only use heavy paper that is approved for use in laser printers and meets the weight specifications of this printer.

Use the paper whose weight is more than the specification of the media recommended for this printer, unless the paper is approved for use in this printer.

2.3. Non-printing Area and Non-scanning Area

The shaded part indicates the non-printing area and non-scanning area.

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Usage

Paper Size

Top and Bottom Margins (A)

Left and Right Margins (B)

Print

A4

5 mm (0.197 inch)

5 mm (0.197 inch)

Letter

5 mm (0.197 inch)

5 mm (0.197 inch)

Copy

A4

5 mm (0.197 inch)

5 mm (0.197 inch)

Letter

5 mm (0.197 inch)

5 mm (0.197 inch)

Scan

A4

5 mm (0.197 inch)

5 mm (0.197 inch)

Letter

5 mm (0.197 inch)

5 mm (0.197 inch)

2.4. Load the Paper

Steps are as follows:

a) Open the feeder tray.

M6200/M6500/M6550 Series

M6600 Series

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b) Slide the automatic feed guides to match both sides of the paper.

M6200/M6500/M6550 Series

M6600 Series

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c) Raise the output tray to avoid the paper from slipping and falling.

M6200/M6500/M6550 Series

M6600 Series

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d) Load the paper into the automatic feeder tray with the print-side up.

M6200/M6500/M6550 Series

M6600 Series

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e) Adjust the paper stop to match the paper size.

M6200/M6500/M6550 Series

M6600 Series

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Note:

• If the paper loaded into the automatic feeder tray at one time exceeds 150 pages, paper will jam or cannot be fed in.

• When using the printed paper, please make the side to be printed (the blank side) up.

• When printing on A5 paper, it is recommended that the paper is fed in landscape orientation, which can extend the service life of the laser toner cartridge.

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2.5. Paper and Manuscript Use Process

Manuscript requirements:

Type

Size

Plain paper, thick paper, transparent film, carton paper, label paper, envelope, thin paper

A4, A5, B5, Letter, Custom

2.5.1. Scanning With Tablet

Steps of Use:

1). Raise the cover.

M6200/M6500 Series

M6550/M6600 Series

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2). Load the manuscript face down.

M6200/M6500 Series

M6550/M6600 Series

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3). Align the manuscript to match the appropriate paper size.

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Note:

•If the manuscript does not match with any size marker, please align the upper-left corner of the manuscript with the arrow.

4). Gently put down the cover.

M6200/M6500 Series

M6550/M6600 Series

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Note:

• Please put the paper or document on the scanner glass after the glue, ink or correction fluid are completely dried.

• Paper or manuscript with rough texture, concave and convex, oil stain and good smoothness has poor printing performance.

• Please make sure that there is no dust, fluff, etc. on the paper.

• Paper shall be put on a flat surface and stored under a cool and dry environment.

2.5.2. Scanning With Tablet

(For M6550/M6600 series only)

1) Open the manuscript support flap of the automatic document feeder.

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2) Load the manuscript into the automatic document feeder with the front-side up and the top of the manuscript entering into the feeder first.

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Note:

• The automatic document feeder can be loaded up to 35 sheets of paper and supports only feeding paper individually.