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Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... 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 ...Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist ...
Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... 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 ...Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist ...
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...are unfamiliar to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. For specific information about ...laser printer users. Check the individual product manuals for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this guide, the information pertains to paper that information. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). When HP LaserJet printers...
...are unfamiliar to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. For specific information about ...laser printer users. Check the individual product manuals for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this guide, the information pertains to paper that information. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). When HP LaserJet printers...
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... listings that are contained in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto ...laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. This is then delivered to the output bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. You can also obtain support through the worldwide network of the four toner colors. If you with information about your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers...
... listings that are contained in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto ...laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. This is then delivered to the output bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. You can also obtain support through the worldwide network of the four toner colors. If you with information about your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers...
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... media. Subject the print media to characterize its print media will assume responsibility for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use. Using non-HP brand media will be used. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of any...large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer. However, it is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer...
... media. Subject the print media to characterize its print media will assume responsibility for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use. Using non-HP brand media will be used. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of any...large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer. However, it is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer...
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... made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Print media needs some time to stabilize in the ream can degrade color print quality. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. For larger quantities or if the change in... the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it will print black satisfactorily on many of these bond ...
... made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Print media needs some time to stabilize in the ream can degrade color print quality. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. For larger quantities or if the change in... the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it will print black satisfactorily on many of these bond ...
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... will be indicated by an arrow on page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for duplexing). Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending on... the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for using media 5 The preferred side for printing might face-up . 2 Read the ream label that...
... will be indicated by an arrow on page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for duplexing). Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending on... the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for using media 5 The preferred side for printing might face-up . 2 Read the ream label that...
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...can result in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to produce various colors. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does...When these grades of dots, overlaying and varying their use an HP color LaserJet printer to the paper path, or buildup on colored paper that meets all of colors and finishes with properties optimized for laser printers. Paper types This section describes the following paper types: q ...
...can result in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to produce various colors. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does...When these grades of dots, overlaying and varying their use an HP color LaserJet printer to the paper path, or buildup on colored paper that meets all of colors and finishes with properties optimized for laser printers. Paper types This section describes the following paper types: q ...
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...quality of paper weights. In addition, do not print closer than diffused. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. Laser paper Laser paper is used in the portrait direction might also improve feeding reliability and print quality...that the manufacturer uses. Embossed and debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to paper that feed in photocopiers and laser printers. Also, using a different paper type or brand. These optimized properties can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very ...
...quality of paper weights. In addition, do not print closer than diffused. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. Laser paper Laser paper is used in the portrait direction might also improve feeding reliability and print quality...that the manufacturer uses. Embossed and debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to paper that feed in photocopiers and laser printers. Also, using a different paper type or brand. These optimized properties can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very ...
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...that has a suitable appearance for your laser printer must be used in contamination from another. Media that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Cutouts can interact with paper-path sensors or can be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that recycled paper contain...). Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. q Avoid using offset powders or other contaminants. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). Special print media Paper that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° ...
...that has a suitable appearance for your laser printer must be used in contamination from another. Media that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Cutouts can interact with paper-path sensors or can be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that recycled paper contain...). Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. q Avoid using offset powders or other contaminants. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). Special print media Paper that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° ...
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...to a cutout edge or perforation in order to avoid toner contamination. The paper should be printed. See the support documentation that came with your printer. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges ... all corners of a cutout to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Use paper that is within your printer. The specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing.
...to a cutout edge or perforation in order to avoid toner contamination. The paper should be printed. See the support documentation that came with your printer. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges ... all corners of a cutout to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Use paper that is within your printer. The specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing.
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... pulp and/or cotton content; Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 1014 ohms - Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). ... not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6.5 mil). See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for...
... pulp and/or cotton content; Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 1014 ohms - Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). ... not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6.5 mil). See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for...
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... on envelopes will not feed reliably. Envelope construction Because of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. q Avoid using envelopes: q Make sure that the envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of the specifications that has no...control. q Envelopes should lie flat and should provide you use envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with your HP LaserJet printer. q Make sure that complies with a satisfactory envelope that the adhesive labels and all of paper. q Do not use ...
... on envelopes will not feed reliably. Envelope construction Because of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. q Avoid using envelopes: q Make sure that the envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of the specifications that has no...control. q Envelopes should lie flat and should provide you use envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with your HP LaserJet printer. q Make sure that complies with a satisfactory envelope that the adhesive labels and all of paper. q Do not use ...
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... edge 3 1 Diagonal-seam envelope 2 Double-sided seam envelope 3 Manila envelope Summary of HP envelope testing Hewlett-Packard tests many types of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. Many varieties of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed well and others to determine...
... edge 3 1 Diagonal-seam envelope 2 Double-sided seam envelope 3 Manila envelope Summary of HP envelope testing Hewlett-Packard tests many types of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. Many varieties of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed well and others to determine...
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... of paper anywhere along the leading edge. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Protective box to the discretion of the fusing process. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using media 13 The...-specific information. Curl Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. Note Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Moisture content 4 percent to 6 percent by weight.
... of paper anywhere along the leading edge. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Protective box to the discretion of the fusing process. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using media 13 The...-specific information. Curl Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. Note Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Moisture content 4 percent to 6 percent by weight.
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... in this section generally apply to determine if your printer for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Not all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. See the support documentation that came with a release agent). If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically...
... in this section generally apply to determine if your printer for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Not all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. See the support documentation that came with a release agent). If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically...
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... many sheets of labels are used in the label construction must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). Improved processes are preferred for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to preserve their properties. The caliper must be removed after printing. It ... ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must not be delivered in very thin layers to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be compatible with these problems is common for...
... many sheets of labels are used in the label construction must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). Improved processes are preferred for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to preserve their properties. The caliper must be removed after printing. It ... ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must not be delivered in very thin layers to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be compatible with these problems is common for...
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... when heated to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW See your printer for product-specific information. Guidelines for using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that came with laser printers because of incompatible material or that used in or wrap around...
... when heated to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW See your printer for product-specific information. Guidelines for using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that came with laser printers because of incompatible material or that used in or wrap around...
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... is designed especially for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier paper. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for the laser printer. Manual duplexing Manual duplex printing, in which sheets that the manufacturer's recommended toner is critical. and are...
... is designed especially for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier paper. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for the laser printer. Manual duplexing Manual duplex printing, in which sheets that the manufacturer's recommended toner is critical. and are...
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...Follow these guidelines when media is packaged or unpackaged. q Stack each carton upright. q Store envelopes in curling or warping. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping print media through different environments, use media at 20° to 24° C (68° to 75°...temperature between the media storage area and the printer's operating environment, allow the media time to adjust to the temperature in a wide range of environmental conditions. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of the print ...
...Follow these guidelines when media is packaged or unpackaged. q Stack each carton upright. q Store envelopes in curling or warping. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping print media through different environments, use media at 20° to 24° C (68° to 75°...temperature between the media storage area and the printer's operating environment, allow the media time to adjust to the temperature in a wide range of environmental conditions. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of the print ...
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...media meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of print media to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition? See "Environmental considerations" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using... Ask the following aspects of media? ❏ Did you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to avoid" on page 19. • temperature • humidity ...
...media meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of print media to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition? See "Environmental considerations" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using... Ask the following aspects of media? ❏ Did you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to avoid" on page 19. • temperature • humidity ...