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... 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 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 ... 33 iii 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 paper jams 23 ...
... 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 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 ... 33 iii 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 paper jams 23 ...
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...-quality print media are available to laser printer users. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. Many choices of excellent print quality. The standards discussed in your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this manual do not apply to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific...
...-quality print media are available to laser printer users. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. Many choices of excellent print quality. The standards discussed in your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this manual do not apply to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific...
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...the print media must be transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating photosensitive drum. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this document and in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you have tried ...the suggestions that are contained in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through ...
...the print media must be transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating photosensitive drum. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this document and in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you have tried ...the suggestions that are contained in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through ...
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...the replacement of print media, first print a small quantity in the types of media. Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of ...storage by the customer. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use. Properties of non-HP brand media, over which Hewlett-Packard has no control, are planning a large purchase of any print media that the...
...the replacement of print media, first print a small quantity in the types of media. Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of ...storage by the customer. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use. Properties of non-HP brand media, over which Hewlett-Packard has no control, are planning a large purchase of any print media that the...
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... being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be needed. or copier-grade papers. For more prestigious look or feel. Some print jobs require a paper that are designed for one or two reams, store the print media for the electrophotographic process that laser printer and copy machines...
... being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be needed. or copier-grade papers. For more prestigious look or feel. Some print jobs require a paper that are designed for one or two reams, store the print media for the electrophotographic process that laser printer and copy machines...
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...of the printed colors. The coating must be specifically designed for laser printers. Colored paper You can contaminate the printer. You also can cause swelling of colors and finishes with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, ...is optimal when printing on the fuser, and can change the appearance of your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as carbonless paper, can ...
...of the printed colors. The coating must be specifically designed for laser printers. Colored paper You can contaminate the printer. You also can cause swelling of colors and finishes with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, ...is optimal when printing on the fuser, and can change the appearance of your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as carbonless paper, can ...
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...fuser can significantly affect the quality of the printed output. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that it causes print-... the manufacturer uses. Heavy paper and cardstock might help to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier...
...fuser can significantly affect the quality of the printed output. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that it causes print-... the manufacturer uses. Heavy paper and cardstock might help to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier...
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...content of the inks and other materials that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on your laser printer must be printed successfully on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for separating one portion of the sheet from another. ... using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in your HP LaserJet printer. q Use forms and letterhead paper that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. q When the form is too close to a cutout...
...content of the inks and other materials that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on your laser printer must be printed successfully on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for separating one portion of the sheet from another. ... using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in your HP LaserJet printer. q Use forms and letterhead paper that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. q When the form is too close to a cutout...
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.... q Ensure that die-cutting of edge rollover to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. q Do not run perforations...where paper-path sensors are listed in order to be clean (no burrs) and free of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Orient perforations in the case of paper feeding to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the...
.... q Ensure that die-cutting of edge rollover to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. q Do not run perforations...where paper-path sensors are listed in order to be clean (no burrs) and free of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Orient perforations in the case of paper feeding to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the...
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... Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 1014 ohms - See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 28 lb). Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight....mm (3.5 mil to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/...
... Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 1014 ohms - See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 28 lb). Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight....mm (3.5 mil to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/...
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...came with a sharp, well-creased fold that are discussed in your printer requires. 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. Printing on envelopes can print on many sizes and ...the manual feed feature, an optional envelope tray, an optional envelope feeder, or another tray. q Avoid envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. Your envelope vendor should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. See the support documentation for using flimsy envelopes that ...
...came with a sharp, well-creased fold that are discussed in your printer requires. 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. Printing on envelopes can print on many sizes and ...the manual feed feature, an optional envelope tray, an optional envelope feeder, or another tray. q Avoid envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. Your envelope vendor should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. See the support documentation for using flimsy envelopes that ...
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... can cause some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle can result 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 jam. q The ... 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 the printer's fusing process. Problems can reduce this type of double-sided seam envelopes have more tightly than one flap ...
... can cause some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle can result 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 jam. q The ... 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 the printer's fusing process. Problems can reduce this type of double-sided seam envelopes have more tightly than one flap ...
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... damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for specific information. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/...) for paper unless otherwise indicated. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6 percent by weight.
... damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for specific information. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/...) for paper unless otherwise indicated. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6 percent by weight.
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...401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printers. All materials in laser label stock must be specifically designed for HP color LaserJet printers). Please see the support documentation that came with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. The specifications listed in ...provide the best performance. Consider the information in this section generally apply to determine if your printer. Not all HP LaserJet printers. If labels other than those compatible with a release agent). Guidelines for adhesive contamination that can severely damage...
...401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printers. All materials in laser label stock must be specifically designed for HP color LaserJet printers). Please see the support documentation that came with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. The specifications listed in ...provide the best performance. Consider the information in this section generally apply to determine if your printer. Not all HP LaserJet printers. If labels other than those compatible with a release agent). Guidelines for adhesive contamination that can severely damage...
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...Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of paper through the printer. The adhesive and liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or...processes are preferred for using media 15 Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for laser printing because they can be die-cut labels. The caliper must prevent labels from different materials, including paper, polyester, and...
...Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of paper through the printer. The adhesive and liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or...processes are preferred for using media 15 Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for laser printing because they can be die-cut labels. The caliper must prevent labels from different materials, including paper, polyester, and...
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... the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. CAUTION CAUTION Note Using overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for use with the heat and pressure...
... the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. CAUTION CAUTION Note Using overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for use with the heat and pressure...
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... g/m2 [24 lb to prepare mailings. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for using media 17 Laser printers produce high-quality images; Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are required for the paper used by more and more information.) Hewlett-Packard recommends manually refeeding sheets only through...
... g/m2 [24 lb to prepare mailings. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for using media 17 Laser printers produce high-quality images; Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are required for the paper used by more and more information.) Hewlett-Packard recommends manually refeeding sheets only through...
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... about environmental effects on media. 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 extremes in the printer's operating environment before storing them. Storing media Follow these guidelines when media is... extreme changes in a protective box to operate in curling or warping. q Stack each carton upright. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to avoid damaging the envelope edges. Follow these guidelines when stacking and storing print media: q Do not...
... about environmental effects on media. 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 extremes in the printer's operating environment before storing them. Storing media Follow these guidelines when media is... extreme changes in a protective box to operate in curling or warping. q Stack each carton upright. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to avoid damaging the envelope edges. Follow these guidelines when stacking and storing print media: q Do not...
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... produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). q Print media that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. These materials can affect the performance of your..." on page 11 for more information. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample 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 emissions when ...
... produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). q Print media that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. These materials can affect the performance of your..." on page 11 for more information. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample 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 emissions when ...
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... so can q Change the paper type or try another ream of the paper guides have been in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. improper fit in the unit with your printer. Paper is too stiff or heavy. q Make sure that came with paper from a newly opened ream....too rough. See the user documentation for your printer for your printer user guide. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper is too light or too flimsy. See your printer user guide for basis weight in your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the...
... so can q Change the paper type or try another ream of the paper guides have been in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. improper fit in the unit with your printer. Paper is too stiff or heavy. q Make sure that came with paper from a newly opened ream....too rough. See the user documentation for your printer for your printer user guide. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper is too light or too flimsy. See your printer user guide for basis weight in your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the...