Xerox 3124 User Guide

5.1   

<Loading print media>

This chapter will help you understand the types of paper you can use 
with your printer and how to properly load paper in the different paper 
trays for the best print quality. 

This chapter includes:
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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 printer. 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 printer

Properties, such as weight, composition, grain, and moisture content, 
are important factors that affect the printer’s performance and the output 
quality. When you choose print media, consider the following:
• Desired outcome: The print media you choose should be appropriate 

for your project.

• Size: You can use any size print media that fits easily within the paper 

adjusters of the paper tray.

• Weight: Your printer supports print media weights as follows:

- 16 to 43 lb (60 to 163 g/m

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) for the standard tray and manual tray

- 20 to 24 lb (75 to 90 g/m

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) for the manual duplex printing

• 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.

• 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 Xerox has no 
control.

• Before purchasing large quantities of print media, ensure that 

it meets the requirements specified in this user’s guide. 

• Using print media that does not meet these specifications may 

cause problems, requiring repairs. Such repairs are not 
covered by Xerox’s warranty or service agreements.