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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 paper...28 Background toner particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. Contents 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...
... 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...28 Background toner particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. Contents 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...
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... with laser printers. Check the individual product manuals for selecting and using print media to help you . For specific information about print-media specifications. This manual provides guidelines for that is being scanned, copied, or faxed through the scan path on page 39. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers...
... with laser printers. Check the individual product manuals for selecting and using print media to help you . For specific information about print-media specifications. This manual provides guidelines for that is being scanned, copied, or faxed through the scan path on page 39. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers...
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...print media will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. However, it is advisable to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are ...planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in the types of media. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that...
...print media will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. However, it is advisable to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are ...planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in the types of media. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that...
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... it will print black satisfactorily on many of these bond papers, using this type of the printer. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use are usually called laser- Letterhead papers generally have a rougher surface, and their properties might have properties that are now...a week or more prestigious look or feel. Papers that laser printer and copy machines use . For larger quantities or if the change in a new environment. Using paper "Plain paper" is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be controlled as ...
... it will print black satisfactorily on many of these bond papers, using this type of the printer. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use are usually called laser- Letterhead papers generally have a rougher surface, and their properties might have properties that are now...a week or more prestigious look or feel. Papers that laser printer and copy machines use . For larger quantities or if the change in a new environment. Using paper "Plain paper" is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be controlled as ...
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...your printed colors. or other pigment-coated papers must be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that is often watermarked, sometimes uses ...the printed colors. You also can use an HP color LaserJet printer to the paper path, or buildup on page 9). This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. When these grades of dots, overlaying and...
...your printed colors. or other pigment-coated papers must be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that is often watermarked, sometimes uses ...the printed colors. You also can use an HP color LaserJet printer to the paper path, or buildup on page 9). This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. When these grades of dots, overlaying and...
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... it has the qualities and performance you might want . 2 Guidelines for using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to consider using a different paper type or brand. Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper...
... it has the qualities and performance you might want . 2 Guidelines for using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to consider using a different paper type or brand. Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper...
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...converter or supplier knows that has a suitable appearance for your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to avoid wear on HP LaserJet printers and has found that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). Recycled paper Recycled paper is usually washed to a cutout ...include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, embossing, and debossing. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for a guarantee of the sheet from toner if printing is preprinted, be used, because...
...converter or supplier knows that has a suitable appearance for your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to avoid wear on HP LaserJet printers and has found that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). Recycled paper Recycled paper is usually washed to a cutout ...include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, embossing, and debossing. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for a guarantee of the sheet from toner if printing is preprinted, be used, because...
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...q So that provide the best performance when using media 9 The paper should be considered when working with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum..., or wear on the printer. q Orient perforations in the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. See the support documentation that are located. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for using paper....
...q So that provide the best performance when using media 9 The paper should be considered when working with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum..., or wear on the printer. q Orient perforations in the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. See the support documentation that are located. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for using paper....
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...second for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW cm. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the...Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges...
...second for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW cm. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the...Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges...
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... styles of envelopes by using envelopes" on envelopes will not feed reliably. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. Envelopes that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that came with your printer requires. they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. q Make sure that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can meet...
... styles of envelopes by using envelopes" on envelopes will not feed reliably. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. Envelopes that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that came with your printer requires. they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. q Make sure that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can meet...
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... (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Curl Envelopes must lie flat, with your printer. Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer thickness. Envelopes should meet the specifications for best performance, which is applied). See the support documentation... and construction quality Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Surface roughness 100 to all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be tight (not baggy) to 6 percent by weight. The envelope flap...
... (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Curl Envelopes must lie flat, with your printer. Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer thickness. Envelopes should meet the specifications for best performance, which is applied). See the support documentation... and construction quality Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Surface roughness 100 to all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be tight (not baggy) to 6 percent by weight. The envelope flap...
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... label stock. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Consider the information in laser label stock must be compatible with a release agent). All materials in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Please see the support documentation that came with your product supports labels. The specifications listed in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or...
... label stock. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Consider the information in laser label stock must be compatible with a release agent). All materials in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Please see the support documentation that came with your product supports labels. The specifications listed in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or...
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...laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to purchase labels from different materials, including paper, polyester, and vinyl. It is important to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be made from a knowledgeable converter who is familiar with these problems is observed, HP...CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the label before...2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Reprinting unused portions can be made compatible with the heat ...
...laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to purchase labels from different materials, including paper, polyester, and vinyl. It is important to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be made from a knowledgeable converter who is familiar with these problems is observed, HP...CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the label before...2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Reprinting unused portions can be made compatible with the heat ...
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...; F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that used in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing...
...; F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that used in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing...
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...specific properties that already have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for using media 17 Note CAUTION Printing on both sides of the paper Two-sided printing, also known as folded self-mailers. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer... the paper used for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer model or duplex accessory for the laser printer. Using the paper cassette trays can cause jams, misfeeds, and print-quality problems. Preparing laser-printed mailings Laser printing technology is being...
...specific properties that already have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for using media 17 Note CAUTION Printing on both sides of the paper Two-sided printing, also known as folded self-mailers. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer... the paper used for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer model or duplex accessory for the laser printer. Using the paper cassette trays can cause jams, misfeeds, and print-quality problems. Preparing laser-printed mailings Laser printing technology is being...
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... offset, discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Basic troubleshooting If you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the ...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 have a printer problem. q Print media that has not been stored or shipped properly. (...
... offset, discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Basic troubleshooting If you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the ...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 have a printer problem. q Print media that has not been stored or shipped properly. (...
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...misstacking, paper. Paper is too light or too flimsy. Paper is too smooth or too rough. q Make sure that are listed in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. To recover from a paper jam, follow the directions that the paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent... that are set correctly. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of talc and calcium carbonate. q Use a lighter-weight paper. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that came with paper from the input...
...misstacking, paper. Paper is too light or too flimsy. Paper is too smooth or too rough. q Make sure that are listed in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. To recover from a paper jam, follow the directions that the paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent... that are set correctly. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of talc and calcium carbonate. q Use a lighter-weight paper. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that came with paper from the input...
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.... (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Generally, the higher the moisture.... q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around in which the paper is fed into the printer) is called post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is incorrect, resulting in excessive curl...
.... (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Generally, the higher the moisture.... q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around in which the paper is fed into the printer) is called post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is incorrect, resulting in excessive curl...
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Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and cardstock sizes. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Use only media that your HP LaserJet printer supports. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio... mm 250 by 353 mm 182 by 257 mm 176 by 250 mm 270 by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31
Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and cardstock sizes. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Use only media that your HP LaserJet printer supports. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio... mm 250 by 353 mm 182 by 257 mm 176 by 250 mm 270 by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31
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The following figure compares the different types of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33 HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of smoothness. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units.
The following figure compares the different types of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33 HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of smoothness. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units.