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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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... . You might be caused by poor-quality print media. For more information about these terms, see the documentation that came with laser printers. When HP LaserJet printers are available to laser printer users. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, including paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can be designed for use with...
... . You might be caused by poor-quality print media. For more information about these terms, see the documentation that came with laser printers. When HP LaserJet printers are available to laser printer users. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, including paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can be designed for use with...
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...can affect the print quality and media-handling performance of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. To print a page in your user guide and you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. The developed image then advances to the transfer station, where the drum ...the suitability of your printer. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. While passing through the fuser, where heat and pressure are outlined in this document and in a laser printer, the print media...
...can affect the print quality and media-handling performance of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. To print a page in your user guide and you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. The developed image then advances to the transfer station, where the drum ...the suitability of your printer. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. While passing through the fuser, where heat and pressure are outlined in this document and in a laser printer, the print media...
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...proper handling and storage by the customer. Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in your HP LaserJet printer and that is designed to help you are designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Although testing media helps...print a small quantity in your printing environment. The customer assumes all responsibility for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. If you select media that falls within the specifications for the quality and performance of non...
...proper handling and storage by the customer. Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in your HP LaserJet printer and that is designed to help you are designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Although testing media helps...print a small quantity in your printing environment. The customer assumes all responsibility for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. If you select media that falls within the specifications for the quality and performance of non...
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... that laser printer and copy machines use . Paper is being produced with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that has a more information, see "Coated paper" on many of these bond papers, using this type of paper with an HP color LaserJet printer can ...used for the fillers (such as those of photocopier papers. Print media needs some time to prevent contamination of the printer. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. However, paper manufacturers are characterized by a smooth surface, controlled electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness...
... that laser printer and copy machines use . Paper is being produced with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that has a more information, see "Coated paper" on many of these bond papers, using this type of paper with an HP color LaserJet printer can ...used for the fillers (such as those of photocopier papers. Print media needs some time to prevent contamination of the printer. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. However, paper manufacturers are characterized by a smooth surface, controlled electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness...
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... their spacing to produce various colors. Coated paper Clay- For more stringent than 7.0. 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, or linen, might require the special..., the shade or color of the media will vary the shades of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does. Discuss archival requirements with...
... their spacing to produce various colors. Coated paper Clay- For more stringent than 7.0. 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, or linen, might require the special..., the shade or color of the media will vary the shades of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does. Discuss archival requirements with...
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...improve feeding reliability and print quality. Please see the support documentation that is greater than 163 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can vary depending on the materials, processes, and ...controls that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available 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 ...
...improve feeding reliability and print quality. Please see the support documentation that is greater than 163 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can vary depending on the materials, processes, and ...controls that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available 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 ...
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... waste paper. Special print media Paper that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. Ask for your laser printer must be used in a laser printer. Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the ... using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. q When the form is used with heat-resistant inks that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). Seal the forms in media that will be properly designed and manufactured to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second...
... waste paper. Special print media Paper that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. Ask for your laser printer must be used in a laser printer. Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the ... using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. q When the form is used with heat-resistant inks that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). Seal the forms in media that will be properly designed and manufactured to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second...
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... range, as shown in this table generally apply to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The specifications that are located. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch... punch cutouts and perforations from the side to avoid toner contamination. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. q Orient perforations in the direction of the following table summarizes the guidelines that ...
... range, as shown in this table generally apply to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The specifications that are located. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch... punch cutouts and perforations from the side to avoid toner contamination. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. q Orient perforations in the direction of the following table summarizes the guidelines that ...
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... ENWW See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with up to 6 percent by weight. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013...
... ENWW See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with up to 6 percent by weight. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013...
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...any adhesive surfaces exposed to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for sealing. See the support documentation for using envelopes in your HP LaserJet printer. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in this document. they will not scorch, melt, offset,..., or another tray. Envelopes can cause severe damage to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can meet all other materials used on many sizes and styles of envelopes by using flimsy ...
...any adhesive surfaces exposed to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for sealing. See the support documentation for using envelopes in your HP LaserJet printer. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in this document. they will not scorch, melt, offset,..., or another tray. Envelopes can cause severe damage to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can meet all other materials used on many sizes and styles of envelopes by using flimsy ...
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...type of the test results are listed here. Inconsistencies 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, ...which ones print acceptably in folding during testing. 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 thin and ...
...type of the test results are listed here. Inconsistencies 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, ...which ones print acceptably in folding during testing. 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 thin and ...
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... is left to avoid wrinkling. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). The specifications listed in the envelope construction must not be tight (not baggy) to the discretion of the fusing process. Packaging Protective box to...
... is left to avoid wrinkling. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). The specifications listed in the envelope construction must not be tight (not baggy) to the discretion of the fusing process. Packaging Protective box to...
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... generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Labels to determine if your printer for laser printers. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Not all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. All materials in this section...
... generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Labels to determine if your printer for laser printers. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Not all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. All materials in this section...
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... adhesives can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that box or lot-number of these processes and laser printing. The labels should be delivered in very thin layers to purchase labels from peeling off during...
... adhesives can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that box or lot-number of these processes and laser printing. The labels should be delivered in very thin layers to purchase labels from peeling off during...
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... of higher temperature and stiffness requirements. Guidelines for HP monocrome 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 mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils to 5.2 mils). A transparency that came with laser printers. See your HP LaserJet printer user guide for use with your printer for product-specific information. Photocopy transparency film might...
... of higher temperature and stiffness requirements. Guidelines for HP monocrome 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 mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils to 5.2 mils). A transparency that came with laser printers. See your HP LaserJet printer user guide for use with your printer for product-specific information. Photocopy transparency film might...
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Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use heat to fuse a plastic toner to the surface of this difference, HP recommends that you use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. ...laser printer. Laser printers produce high-quality images; The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for duplex printing. See the support documentation for your printer model or duplex accessory for information about supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer...
Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use heat to fuse a plastic toner to the surface of this difference, HP recommends that you use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. ...laser printer. Laser printers produce high-quality images; The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for duplex printing. See the support documentation for your printer model or duplex accessory for information about supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer...
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... from extremes in a manner that is packaged or unpackaged. q Do not store individual reams in temperature and humidity. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to wrap all cartons on the shipping pallet. Follow these guidelines when stacking and storing print media: q Do not...humidity ranges: q Do not expose the media to 55 percent. Allow one underneath. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of media before unwrapping it. Place cartons on a pallet or on top of water, also wrap individual ...
... from extremes in a manner that is packaged or unpackaged. q Do not store individual reams in temperature and humidity. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to wrap all cartons on the shipping pallet. Follow these guidelines when stacking and storing print media: q Do not...humidity ranges: q Do not expose the media to 55 percent. Allow one underneath. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of media before unwrapping it. Place cartons on a pallet or on top of water, also wrap individual ...
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... produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed 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 melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or release undesirable..., straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page 11 for more information. • If the print quality of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are using information from a different manufacturer. 2 Turn the paper stack over in the input ...
... produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed 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 melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or release undesirable..., straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page 11 for more information. • If the print quality of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are using information from a different manufacturer. 2 Turn the paper stack over in the input ...
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... a heat or air vent. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in your printer. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are listed in your printer user guide for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 set incorrectly q Make sure that all of multiple-sheet... meets the specifications that are set correctly. q Make sure that the paper is too light or too flimsy. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of the paper guides have been...
... a heat or air vent. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in your printer. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are listed in your printer user guide for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 set incorrectly q Make sure that all of multiple-sheet... meets the specifications that are set correctly. q Make sure that the paper is too light or too flimsy. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of the paper guides have been...