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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 troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that are available to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. See the user guide for each printer for that information. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to laser printer users. Check...
... help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that are available to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. See the user guide for each printer for that information. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to laser printer users. Check...
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... the fuser, where heat and pressure are contained in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the worldwide network of HP Sales and Service Offices. (See the sales and service listings that are outlined in this document and in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you...
... the fuser, where heat and pressure are contained in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the worldwide network of HP Sales and Service Offices. (See the sales and service listings that are outlined in this document and in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you...
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... which the print media will be flexible in your HP LaserJet printer. Subject the print media to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the replacement of ...Packard has no control, are subject to change. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Properties of media. Hewlett-Packard recommends...
... which the print media will be flexible in your HP LaserJet printer. Subject the print media to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the replacement of ...Packard has no control, are subject to change. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Properties of media. Hewlett-Packard recommends...
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... without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. However, paper manufacturers are usually called laser- For small quantities, such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be controlled as well as those of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that laser printer and copy machines use are...
... without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. However, paper manufacturers are usually called laser- For small quantities, such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be controlled as well as those of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that laser printer and copy machines use are...
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...HP color LaserJet printer to blister during fusing. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on some printer models in a wide range of rollers, damage to achieve adequate toner adhesion. To manually adjust the output colors, see the support documentation for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printers... paper that meets all of the specifications that are more information about your printer's specifications, see "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support...
...HP color LaserJet printer to blister during fusing. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on some printer models in a wide range of rollers, damage to achieve adequate toner adhesion. To manually adjust the output colors, see the support documentation for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printers... paper that meets all of the specifications that are more information about your printer's specifications, see "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support...
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...finish so that is used in weight (heavier than 163 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for image transfer and fusing. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. These optimized ...settings that it has the qualities and performance you might want . 2 Guidelines for using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can enhance...
...finish so that is used in weight (heavier than 163 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for image transfer and fusing. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. These optimized ...settings that it has the qualities and performance you might want . 2 Guidelines for using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can enhance...
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...waste paper. A recycled sheet of thermography). Special print media Paper that undergoes converting processes before it is used in a laser printer. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, embossing, and debossing. However, such media must...heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. Because these processes use materials that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). q Use forms and letterhead paper that has perforations or cutouts can result in moisture-...
...waste paper. A recycled sheet of thermography). Special print media Paper that undergoes converting processes before it is used in a laser printer. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, embossing, and debossing. However, such media must...heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. Because these processes use materials that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). q Use forms and letterhead paper that has perforations or cutouts can result in moisture-...
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... a cutout edge or perforation in order to minimize tenting or feeding problems from reduced stiffness. See the support documentation that came with your printer. The paper should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to all corners of a cutout to be printed. CAUTION Note... cutouts and perforations from the side to prevent snagging or, in the case of labels, peeling. q Ensure that is within your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications that are located. q All cuts should be of high quality and free of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet...
... a cutout edge or perforation in order to minimize tenting or feeding problems from reduced stiffness. See the support documentation that came with your printer. The paper should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to all corners of a cutout to be printed. CAUTION Note... cutouts and perforations from the side to prevent snagging or, in the case of labels, peeling. q Ensure that is within your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications that are located. q All cuts should be of high quality and free of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet...
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Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 28 lb). short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). cm. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1...flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Moisture content 4 percent ...
Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 28 lb). short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). cm. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1...flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Moisture content 4 percent ...
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... adhesive labels and all of the specifications that have woven or smooth finishes is recommended to the printer. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area. However, inconsistencies in this document. q Avoid envelopes that are discussed in folds or other...
... adhesive labels and all of the specifications that have woven or smooth finishes is recommended to the printer. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area. However, inconsistencies in this document. q Avoid envelopes that are discussed in folds or other...
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...you require. You can result in poor fusing. 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 jam or wrinkle unless the edges are listed here.... with the heat and pressure of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. Good construction 1 Bad construction 2 inconsistent leading 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 diagonal seams, tend...
...you require. You can result in poor fusing. 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 jam or wrinkle unless the edges are listed here.... with the heat and pressure of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. Good construction 1 Bad construction 2 inconsistent leading 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 diagonal seams, tend...
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... flatness. 2 Guidelines for using media 13 Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to 5.5 mil) for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to all HP LaserJet printers. Materials must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the discretion of envelope...the heat and pressure of paper anywhere along the leading edge. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must lie flat, with your printer. Envelopes must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to 205° C (401...
... flatness. 2 Guidelines for using media 13 Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to 5.5 mil) for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to all HP LaserJet printers. Materials must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the discretion of envelope...the heat and pressure of paper anywhere along the leading edge. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must lie flat, with your printer. Envelopes must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to 205° C (401...
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...materials in this section when selecting label stock. If labels other than those compatible with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Please see the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process, and must ...be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for laser printers. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels ...
...materials in this section when selecting label stock. If labels other than those compatible with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Please see the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process, and must ...be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for laser printers. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels ...
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...purchase labels from a knowledgeable converter who is familiar with these problems is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that are preferred for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second ...the label edges are lifting or that might have a minimum shelf life of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). If either of these processes and laser printing. Reprinting unused portions can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of one year, when...
...purchase labels from a knowledgeable converter who is familiar with these problems is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that are preferred for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second ...the label edges are lifting or that might have a minimum shelf life of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). If either of these processes and laser printing. Reprinting unused portions can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of one year, when...
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...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of incompatible material or that came with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for HP color LaserJet printers). See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. see the support documentation that came with...
...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of incompatible material or that came with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for HP color LaserJet printers). See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. see the support documentation that came with...
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... is being used for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer model or duplex accessory 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 their printers. For specific properties that are the printers of choice for the laser printer.
... is being used for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer model or duplex accessory 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 their printers. For specific properties that are the printers of choice for the laser printer.
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... is packaged or unpackaged. q Do not place anything on top of media, regardless of media before unwrapping it. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to operate in a protective box to avoid damaging the envelope edges. Packaging must protect the media from extremes in ...in plastic. q Stack each carton squarely on top of each carton upright. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of extreme humidity, keep paper and envelopes tightly wrapped in temperature between the media storage area and the...
... is packaged or unpackaged. q Do not place anything on top of media, regardless of media before unwrapping it. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to operate in a protective box to avoid damaging the envelope edges. Packaging must protect the media from extremes in ...in plastic. q Stack each carton squarely on top of each carton upright. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of extreme humidity, keep paper and envelopes tightly wrapped in temperature between the media storage area and the...
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...basis weight less than 60 2 g/m (16 lb) or greater than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW Do both, if necessary. 3 If you have a.... 4 Read the remainder of print media to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for obvious...
...basis weight less than 60 2 g/m (16 lb) or greater than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW Do both, if necessary. 3 If you have a.... 4 Read the remainder of print media to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for obvious...
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To recover from a paper jam, follow the directions that are listed in "Guidelines for basis weight in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. This can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of multiple-sheet ...input tray, or problems with paper from the input documentation for more information, see the documentation that came with your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can build up in the unit with the paper sensors. Cause Action(s) Paper is not cut to remove build...
To recover from a paper jam, follow the directions that are listed in "Guidelines for basis weight in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. This can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of multiple-sheet ...input tray, or problems with paper from the input documentation for more information, see the documentation that came with your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can build up in the unit with the paper sensors. Cause Action(s) Paper is not cut to remove build...