Methods and apparatus for performing addressable fusing and/or heating of
a substrate undergoing xerographic processing are disclosed. The
apparatus includes a fuser having an array of addressable heating
elements in radiative communication with a substrate through a fuser roll
or fuser belt. The array of addressable heating elements is operated to
selectively heat portions of the substrate to achieve a desired effect on
the substrate, such as changing its surface finish, or fusing unfused
toner to the substrate. In the case of toner fusing, the array is
operated such that substantially only an area covered by the unfused
toner is heated. This eliminates the need for blanket fusing, and
generally provides for greater flexibility in xerographically processing
substrates. Apparatus and methods for performing two-sided selective
fusing and/or heating are also disclosed.