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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 ... 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 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines...
... 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 ... 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 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines...
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... help you . For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for selecting and using print media to laser printer users. Chapter 1 Overview 1 Check the individual product manuals for use with your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print media must be...
... help you . For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for selecting and using print media to laser printer users. Chapter 1 Overview 1 Check the individual product manuals for use with your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print media must be...
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... paper. To summarize, to find out more about the suitability of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . If you with information about your HP LaserJet printer. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW After transfer, the print media passes through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating photosensitive drum. Alternative sources of...
... paper. To summarize, to find out more about the suitability of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . If you with information about your HP LaserJet printer. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW After transfer, the print media passes through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating photosensitive drum. Alternative sources of...
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... media helps to characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in which ... responsibility for supported media. Properties of any print media that works best with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in the types of media. Hewlett-Packard recommends that ...
... media helps to characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in which ... responsibility for supported media. Properties of any print media that works best with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in the types of media. Hewlett-Packard recommends that ...
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... Using overhead transparencies q Printing on both sides of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might be needed. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be controlled as well as.... 4 Using print media ENWW These papers tend to have to two days. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it in the environment in a new environment. For larger quantities or if ...
... Using overhead transparencies q Printing on both sides of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might be needed. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be controlled as well as.... 4 Using print media ENWW These papers tend to have to two days. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it in the environment in a new environment. For larger quantities or if ...
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...color brightness level Opening and loading paper Follow this suggested process when you open stack of a ream label. The preferred side for your printer model to determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of paper as little as bent corners, wrinkles,... nicked edges, or glue contamination. Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of the paper wrapping. manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is included). (See "Reading ...
...color brightness level Opening and loading paper Follow this suggested process when you open stack of a ream label. The preferred side for your printer model to determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of paper as little as bent corners, wrinkles,... nicked edges, or glue contamination. Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of the paper wrapping. manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is included). (See "Reading ...
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... electrical properties must meet the same specifications as carbonless paper, can use an HP color LaserJet printer to achieve adequate toner adhesion. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as cockle, laid, ... papers can change the appearance of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does....
... electrical properties must meet the same specifications as carbonless paper, can use an HP color LaserJet printer to achieve adequate toner adhesion. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as cockle, laid, ... papers can change the appearance of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does....
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... jams, or if it has the qualities and performance you want to consider using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Embossed and debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to prevent ...be relatively inexpensive. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for image transfer and fusing. However, keep in photocopiers and laser printers. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can degrade feeding reliability (typically as "plain," the paper ...
... jams, or if it has the qualities and performance you want to consider using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Embossed and debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to prevent ...be relatively inexpensive. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for image transfer and fusing. However, keep in photocopiers and laser printers. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can degrade feeding reliability (typically as "plain," the paper ...
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...holes or slits in moisture-proof wrap to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that has a suitable appearance for your converter or supplier knows that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release ... preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. Seal the forms in media that undergoes converting processes before it is a combination of acceptable performance. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised...
...holes or slits in moisture-proof wrap to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that has a suitable appearance for your converter or supplier knows that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release ... preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. Seal the forms in media that undergoes converting processes before it is a combination of acceptable performance. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised...
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... corners of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. See the support documentation that came with your printer. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm...
... corners of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. See the support documentation that came with your printer. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm...
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See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction...36 lb); Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 5 percent groundwood can be used. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). recycled paper with no fray or edge roll. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and ...
See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction...36 lb); Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 5 percent groundwood can be used. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). recycled paper with no fray or edge roll. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and ...
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... print on many sizes and styles of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. Your envelope vendor should provide you use envelopes that your printer requires. Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can cause jamming. See the... not require moistening but instead use envelopes that came with your printer for your HP LaserJet printer. Envelopes that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable ...
... print on many sizes and styles of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. Your envelope vendor should provide you use envelopes that your printer requires. Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can cause jamming. See the... not require moistening but instead use envelopes that came with your printer for your HP LaserJet printer. Envelopes that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable ...
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...which creates vertical seams at both ends of the envelope instead 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 jam. Double-sided seam envelopes tend to jam or ...result in poor fusing. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Inconsistencies in increased jamming or wrinkling. q Envelopes that you require. However, a variety of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and ...
...which creates vertical seams at both ends of the envelope instead 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 jam. Double-sided seam envelopes tend to jam or ...result in poor fusing. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Inconsistencies in increased jamming or wrinkling. q Envelopes that you require. However, a variety of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and ...
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... might require different grain orientations for best performance, which is applied). Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes should meet the specifications for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in ...this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. All folds must be sharply creased...
... might require different grain orientations for best performance, which is applied). Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes should meet the specifications for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in ...this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. All folds must be sharply creased...
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... for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for laser printers. Labels to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for adhesive contamination that typically ...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). If labels other than those compatible with your printer for paper unless otherwise indicated. Please see the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of the fusing process, and must not melt...
... for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for laser printers. Labels to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for adhesive contamination that typically ...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). If labels other than those compatible with your printer for paper unless otherwise indicated. Please see the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of the fusing process, and must not melt...
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...stability for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to clean any contamination or label-stock adhesive that adhesive contamination is common for HP color LaserJet printers). Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are lifting or that might have a minimum ...cut labels. q If many sheets of labels are being labeled. Different adhesives can be made compatible with these processes and laser printing. The labels should have deposited. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. Improved processes are being continuously run, ...
...stability for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to clean any contamination or label-stock adhesive that adhesive contamination is common for HP color LaserJet printers). Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are lifting or that might have a minimum ...cut labels. q If many sheets of labels are being labeled. Different adhesives can be made compatible with these processes and laser printing. The labels should have deposited. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. Improved processes are being continuously run, ...
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... prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. A transparency that is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm to 0.11 mm...
... prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. A transparency that is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm to 0.11 mm...
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... paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to the surface of non-HP consumables in HP products. 2 Paper selection is designed especially for laser-printed mailings, please contact your United States Postal Service... the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. and are specifically formulated for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is being used for their printers. Because of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for 90-g/m2 (24-...
... paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to the surface of non-HP consumables in HP products. 2 Paper selection is designed especially for laser-printed mailings, please contact your United States Postal Service... the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. and are specifically formulated for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is being used for their printers. Because of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for 90-g/m2 (24-...
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...cartons on top of media to acclimate, the longer this time period should be. q Stack each carton upright. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. Allow one underneath. q Rewrap partially used in an environment...before unwrapping it. q Store envelopes 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 media that will cause the media to assume unwanted characteristics. Follow these guidelines when...
...cartons on top of media to acclimate, the longer this time period should be. q Stack each carton upright. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. Allow one underneath. q Rewrap partially used in an environment...before unwrapping it. q Store envelopes 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 media that will cause the media to assume unwanted characteristics. Follow these guidelines when...
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...print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your print-quality problems isolated to... usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you check the...
...print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your print-quality problems isolated to... usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you check the...