How does the automatic feeder work? Is it only for the copier and scanner or can you also use it for printing on non-standard paper or envelopes or whatever?
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The auto feed on the top only works for the scanner and copier. Envelopes and non standard paper have to go in the paper feeder. Hopefully that helps.
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Chuk, the feeder on top is only for the copier, the software for scanning only handles on page at a time, you adjust then add the next page <edit> which can be in the feeder <end edit>. You can print non-standard paper, I used thicker than 50lbs paper(cardstock) when printing on parchment for for a project my son put together. Envelopes twist very easy so you can only load ~10 into the tray and have them print correctly. Very solid performance and a word of advice if you choose to pick up this model. after the toner is reports it is out, you still have many pages of toner left in that cartridge, Keep using it until a color fades, then change. I've done >200 on Black and around 100 on the colors. Chuk, the feeder on top is only for the copier, the software for scanning only handles on page at a time, you adjust then add the next page <edit> which can be in the feeder <end edit>. You can print non-standard paper, I used thicker than 50lbs paper(cardstock) when printing on parchment for for a project my son put together. Envelopes twist very easy so you can only load ~10 into the tray and have them print correctly. Very solid performance and a word of advice if you choose to pick up this model. after the toner is reports it is out, you still have many pages of... » Read More Chuk, the feeder on top is only for the copier, the software for scanning only handles on page at a time, you adjust then add the next page <edit> which can be in the feeder <end edit>. You can print non-standard paper, I used thicker than 50lbs paper(cardstock) when printing on parchment for for a project my son put together. Envelopes twist very easy so you can only load ~10 into the tray and have them print correctly. Very solid performance and a word of advice if you choose to pick up this model. after the toner is reports it is out, you still have many pages of toner left in that cartridge, Keep using it until a color fades, then change. I've done >200 on Black and around 100 on the colors. « Show Less
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The document feeder on top of the printer services both scanning & copying functions. You can insert various size paper & envelopes in the paper tray at the bottom of the unit.
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YES, supposed to feed multiple types and styles of paper, like a check with a receipt or bill, and it will, but sometimes it doesn't feed (once in 50 or 100 pages) depending on the condition of the check and the paper accompanying. So watch the input and output to make sure it equals, so you know you got all the papers. And, not only will it feed the check, by the way, it will also adjust the scan to only include the check, so you don't have to cut and trim. HOpe this helps.
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Not if I am careful to use good (I use hp paper) paper. This great printer will feed envelopes very well. I use that feature to play around with fonts for Christmas cards and gifts. While looking for a good printer for another location I I had bad results with several of the highest rated (by consumer's union) hp printers. This happened in a very dry climate using old paper. I bought new paper and still had feed problems with other hp models. When trying this (8600) - the feed problems just went away. I believe the dry climate drys and stiffens the paper, taxing any printer's feed system. If you are in a dry (or very humid) climate, read all hp instructions about paper storage, loading and feeding. One other problem I brought on myself at the dry climate location - I bought the 8600 at a retailer (big box store). Never again. I bought my latest 8600 directly from hp to get hp support. Best printer decision I ever made. HP warranty and support is world class or better and the first year support is free. I've extended my hardware and hp system support. Next best money I ever spent. Hope this helps you.
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I do believe that paper holder is for items to be faxed. Actually, in preparation for responding to you, I went to the Canon website, registered my MX432 printer and then sent an email to their support group in reference to identifying that top paper holder and its function. I hope this is of some help. I just got mine last October and I'm still trying to learn its uses, other than just printing and scanning.
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I'm a bit confused by your question. The scanner and copier functions operate independently of one another. I use Paperport software(supplied free with the MFC8950DW!) to manage all documents scanned to my computer from the AIO. All scanned documents go directly to the Paperport folder I select before beginning the scanning process. Paperport is a fantastic piece of software. You can scan any number of documents, with as many pages as you have, to any folder you select in Paperport. If you place something in the wrong folder it's a simple matter to drag and drop it from one folder to another. If you accidentally scan two documents together Paperport allows you to split the documents into two separate stacks in the software. I hope this answers your question.
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No.It has an envelope feeder, but it bends the paper on its path through the printer.
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Yes it does have a manual feed tray. You would print envelopes by choosing non-duplex printing. I prefer to retrieve them from the back door rather than letting them go to the output tray. Mind you, both Brother laser printers that I have do not print envelopes cleanly or evenly - but that could also be because I use cheap envelopes - your "mileage" may vary.
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Unfortunately it does not have auto capability. Legal and letter have to be printed manually. Alternating tray and drawer. It would also depend of course on your source of printing. Must be compatable to even print manually. Sorry :0(
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Yes, you can tell it what kind of paper is in the manual feed tray in the settings and it will print automatically to either the legal paper in the autofeed tray or the legal paper in the manual feed tray, depending on what you have selected in acrobat or MS Office documents. You can always select which tray to use manually as well through the printer option in the software.
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Fairly well. You can put up to three at a time into the manual feed slot (not shown in the Amazon product photo, it's right above the normal paper tray), then just print as normal and the printer will automatically pull the envelopes from the manual feed slot. I wish it were able to hold more than three envelopes at a time, but you could always take your 8.5x11" paper out and put envelopes in for larger jobs.
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The back tray is a paper source for paper you will be printing or copying on. It doesn't have an automatic document feeder.
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It is too thin for automatic feed. Even when you feed the printer a single sheet at a time, it doesn't go straight. However, once you succeed feeding, laser print looks really very good on this. I am not sure about inkjet because it is really very thin. Other than printers, for using with pen, it is a great pleasure writing on.
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I believe the printer is auto feed capable for pictures (not 100% sure on this), but I find that many of my scan/save file jobs require me to manually load EACH piece of paper to be scanned, on the glass platen. It adds a lot of time to the whole process. I still like this printer a lot, though. It works well for printing, copying, scanning and faxing.
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My husband and I recently purchased this printer. I used a very heavy bond card stock. At first I tried running it through the manual feed and it worked but not great since it is a 1 page manual feed. My husband suggested I try it in the regular paper tray and it worked great.
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It does have a document feeder, not sure how many pages it will handle at one time. Not related to scanning, I do have problems with the paper feed feeding multiple (sometimes up to five pages at a time) when printing though, this is very problematic if you have a limited amount of paper (ie, specialty paper).
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no, It auto feeds the paper like any other printer, but the document to be printed is up to you.
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The scanner is very portable, and this prevents it from havinga sheet feeder. So yes, you do. Even at that, I found it much fasterthan using a printer/scanner and turning the sheets over, which makesa rather hard to use file.