7-6 Media Optionsbb ______________________________________Printing on Custom Sized MediaAlways use the appropriate feed source for the size and type mediayou are using, following the procedure in chapter 2 or in “MediaSources” later in this chapter.Set the custom page size through your application. Make sure that papersize selections in the page or document setup agree with those in thePrint dialog box to ensure that the page prints correctly.Additional RAM is required to print oversized media, particularly athigh resolutions. See “Printer Memory Requirements” in chapter 9.If a virtual memory error occurs, there is not enough printer memoryto process the job. In this case, try adding memory to your printer,printing at a lower resolution, or using only printer resident fonts.Media TypesYour printer supports paper, envelope, label, transparency, and filmmedia with weights from 16 - 36 lb bond (60 - 135 g/m 2). See“Media Sources” later in this chapter about which media source touse with specific media types and weights. Chapter 8, “Printing withVarious Media Types,” covers specifics for printing on film,envelopes, transparencies, and labels.Media used in your printer should meet the guidelines for selecting andstoring media earlier in this chapter. To save on media costs, test asample of new media before buying in quantity. Run a test print onplain paper to check layout and alignment before using the moreexpensive stock.Media HandlingThis section describes available options for feeding media to the printer.It summarizes the media path and covers using the paper cassettes, theoptional paper feeders, and the multipurpose feeder.
