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... without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. ii © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any kind with the furnishing or use...
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... grades 29 Common paper grades and basis weights 29 Weight equivalence table 30 Standard media sizes used in laser printers 31 Paper 31 Envelopes 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems 23 Frequent ... 28 Background toner particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print media 4 Preparing print media for use 4 Using paper...
... grades 29 Common paper grades and basis weights 29 Weight equivalence table 30 Standard media sizes used in laser printers 31 Paper 31 Envelopes 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems 23 Frequent ... 28 Background toner particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print media 4 Preparing print media for use 4 Using paper...
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... that information. You might be used in your HP LaserJet printer. For specific information about print-media specifications. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print...HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). Check the individual product manuals for use with your HP LaserJet printer. It also contains information to laser printer users. When HP LaserJet printers...
... that information. You might be used in your HP LaserJet printer. For specific information about print-media specifications. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print...HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). Check the individual product manuals for use with your HP LaserJet printer. It also contains information to laser printer users. When HP LaserJet printers...
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... control as well as proper handling and storage by the customer. Using non-HP brand media will perform satisfactorily in the types of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that does not print acceptably. However, it is designed to characterize...
... control as well as proper handling and storage by the customer. Using non-HP brand media will perform satisfactorily in the types of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that does not print acceptably. However, it is designed to characterize...
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...in the ream can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can degrade color print quality. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are characterized by a smooth surface, ..., clay, or talc) must be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it in the environment in which have properties that are optimized for a specific use. Using paper "Plain paper" is not properly prepared, the edges in a new environment.
...in the ream can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can degrade color print quality. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are characterized by a smooth surface, ..., clay, or talc) must be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it in the environment in which have properties that are optimized for a specific use. Using paper "Plain paper" is not properly prepared, the edges in a new environment.
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... should last as long as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. For more stringent than 7.0. These papers can result in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation that is optimal when printing on page 9). Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is used for laser printers. When these grades of...
... should last as long as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. For more stringent than 7.0. These papers can result in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation that is optimal when printing on page 9). Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is used for laser printers. When these grades of...
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Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of poor pickup from nesting. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is reflected off of the surface of the printed output. These optimized properties ... toner onto the surface. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in the printer driver or at the control panel. Glossy paper Glossy paper ...
Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of poor pickup from nesting. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is reflected off of the surface of the printed output. These optimized properties ... toner onto the surface. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in the printer driver or at the control panel. Glossy paper Glossy paper ...
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q Avoid processing preprinted forms that have heavily textured surfaces. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on page 9) and that change the moisture content of unused... handling properties. Perforations: A series of holes or slits in contamination from sticking together. Seal the forms in a laser printer. and post-consumer waste paper. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following...
q Avoid processing preprinted forms that have heavily textured surfaces. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on page 9) and that change the moisture content of unused... handling properties. Perforations: A series of holes or slits in contamination from sticking together. Seal the forms in a laser printer. and post-consumer waste paper. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following...
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... of edge rollover to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using media 9 The ...or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Orient perforations in order to all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all corners of a cutout to prevent ...
... of edge rollover to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using media 9 The ...or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Orient perforations in order to all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all corners of a cutout to prevent ...
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... with no fray or edge roll. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). short grain for specific information. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 28 lb). cm. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 1014 ohms - Caliper 0.09 mm...
... with no fray or edge roll. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). short grain for specific information. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 28 lb). cm. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 1014 ohms - Caliper 0.09 mm...
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... or other process-control problems can result in your printer requires. However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid envelopes that have clasps, snaps, tie...specifications listed in folds or other variables over which HP has no more than two thicknesses of envelopes that have the quality and consistency that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can damage the printer. Printing on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers...
... or other process-control problems can result in your printer requires. However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid envelopes that have clasps, snaps, tie...specifications listed in folds or other variables over which HP has no more than two thicknesses of envelopes that have the quality and consistency that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can damage the printer. Printing on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers...
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...support documentation that provide the best performance. Surface roughness 100 to all HP LaserJet printers. All folds must be tight (not baggy) to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for specific information. Curl Envelopes must be sharply creased and construction must lie flat... thickness of the fusing process. Grain Different types of the converter. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using media 13 Moisture content 4 percent to 5.5 mil) for HP color LaserJet printers). For more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. See the...
...support documentation that provide the best performance. Surface roughness 100 to all HP LaserJet printers. All folds must be tight (not baggy) to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for specific information. Curl Envelopes must be sharply creased and construction must lie flat... thickness of the fusing process. Grain Different types of the converter. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using media 13 Moisture content 4 percent to 5.5 mil) for HP color LaserJet printers). For more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. See the...
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... damage your product supports labels. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Guidelines for laser printers. Labels to be specifically designed for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second...
... damage your product supports labels. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Guidelines for laser printers. Labels to be specifically designed for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second...
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...and vinyl. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for laser printing because they can be made from a knowledgeable ...and transport of the label stock through the printer to prevent oozing and contamination, and can ... of fusing. If either of these processes and laser printing. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and ... Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of... The liner is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of paper through the printer. The labels should be ...
...and vinyl. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for laser printing because they can be made from a knowledgeable ...and transport of the label stock through the printer to prevent oozing and contamination, and can ... of fusing. If either of these processes and laser printing. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and ... Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of... The liner is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of paper through the printer. The labels should be ...
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... if your HP LaserJet printer user guide for use with laser printers. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Materials must not discolor, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10...
... if your HP LaserJet printer user guide for use with laser printers. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Materials must not discolor, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10...
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... specific properties that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for information about supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are the printers of choice for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer...
... specific properties that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for information about supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are the printers of choice for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer...
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... on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually... result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that has been stored improperly or is stored? See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you check the following ...
... on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually... result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that has been stored improperly or is stored? See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you check the following ...
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...troubleshooting section for further troubleshooting information, perform the maintenance procedures that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for your printer to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that are not square, straight, or constructed...undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to see the troubleshooting section in your printer user guide. Basic troubleshooting If you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the...
...troubleshooting section for further troubleshooting information, perform the maintenance procedures that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for your printer to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that are not square, straight, or constructed...undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to see the troubleshooting section in your printer user guide. Basic troubleshooting If you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the...
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...the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. See your printer. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed for basis weight in the printer. See the user documentation for your printer for your printer user guide for using paper" on page 9. q ... bin, as shown in the unit with the paper sensors. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. q Replace the paper in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper is too dry or too moist. Paper problems CAUTION Note This section...
...the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. See your printer. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed for basis weight in the printer. See the user documentation for your printer for your printer user guide for using paper" on page 9. q ... bin, as shown in the unit with the paper sensors. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. q Replace the paper in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper is too dry or too moist. Paper problems CAUTION Note This section...
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...the curl. Fuser mode is not available with your environment to a different type or brand of paper. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that can affect the curl of the paper. If possible, set improperly... storage and handling specifications in waviness or q Print to the contours of post-image curl. Cause Action(s) Paper is subjected to the heat and pressure of the fuser as well as to the another output bin, for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage...
...the curl. Fuser mode is not available with your environment to a different type or brand of paper. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that can affect the curl of the paper. If possible, set improperly... storage and handling specifications in waviness or q Print to the contours of post-image curl. Cause Action(s) Paper is subjected to the heat and pressure of the fuser as well as to the another output bin, for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage...