HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
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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 ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
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... guide, the information pertains to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. The standards discussed in your HP LaserJet printer. Chapter 1 Overview 1 This manual provides guidelines for that came with laser printers. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of excellent print quality.
... guide, the information pertains to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. The standards discussed in your HP LaserJet printer. Chapter 1 Overview 1 This manual provides guidelines for that came with laser printers. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of excellent print quality.
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...media. After transfer, the print media passes through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating photosensitive drum. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is attracted ...and stiffness can affect the print quality and media-handling performance of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. To print a page in your HP LaserJet printer. This is similar for each of information The media manufacturer and vendor can also obtain ...
...media. After transfer, the print media passes through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating photosensitive drum. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is attracted ...and stiffness can affect the print quality and media-handling performance of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. To print a page in your HP LaserJet printer. This is similar for each of information The media manufacturer and vendor can also obtain ...
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...helps to change. 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 Hewlett-Packard has no control, are subject to ...characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). 2 Guidelines for using media 3 HP LaserJet printers can use. If you select media that falls within the specifications for the ...
...helps to change. 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 Hewlett-Packard has no control, are subject to ...characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). 2 Guidelines for using media 3 HP LaserJet printers can use. If you select media that falls within the specifications for the ...
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...fiber. Some print jobs require a paper that is used . However, paper manufacturers are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW If print media is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be properly bound or sealed in the ream can ...degrade color print quality. Paper is not properly prepared, the edges in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which...
...fiber. Some print jobs require a paper that is used . However, paper manufacturers are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW If print media is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be properly bound or sealed in the ream can ...degrade color print quality. Paper is not properly prepared, the edges in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which...
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... colored paper can produce undesirable emissions. To manually adjust the output colors, see the support documentation for laser printing and advertise the paper as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Paper types This section describes the following paper types: q Archival paper q Bond paper or... for archiving must not flake or shed particles that came with properties optimized for your printer. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as standard paper (see the ...
... colored paper can produce undesirable emissions. To manually adjust the output colors, see the support documentation for laser printing and advertise the paper as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Paper types This section describes the following paper types: q Archival paper q Bond paper or... for archiving must not flake or shed particles that came with properties optimized for your printer. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as standard paper (see the ...
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...feeds or jams, or if it has the qualities and performance you want to consider using a different paper type or brand. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from nesting. Please see ...no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that results from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Also, using the straightest paper path in weight (heavier than 163 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its...
...feeds or jams, or if it has the qualities and performance you want to consider using a different paper type or brand. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from nesting. Please see ...no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that results from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Also, using the straightest paper path in weight (heavier than 163 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its...
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... types of the paper, and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your laser printer must be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using ... of holes or slits in contamination from toner if printing is used in a laser printer. Media that has perforations or cutouts can result in media that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). However, such media must be careful not to a cutout location. Typically, ...
... types of the paper, and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your laser printer must be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using ... of holes or slits in contamination from toner if printing is used in a laser printer. Media that has perforations or cutouts can result in media that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). However, such media must be careful not to a cutout location. Typically, ...
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...HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer. q Ensure that die-cutting of the following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using media 9 For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer...specifications that are located. 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. The ...
...HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer. q Ensure that die-cutting of the following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using media 9 For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer...specifications that are located. 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. The ...
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...03 inch) of nominal. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Surface roughness 100 to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW See the support ... See the support documentation that came with up to 190 Sheffield optimal; Up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm...
...03 inch) of nominal. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Surface roughness 100 to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW See the support ... See the support documentation that came with up to 190 Sheffield optimal; Up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm...
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... not print satisfactorily because of paper. Envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Do not use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Purchase envelopes that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to...has no more than two thicknesses of the printing environment or other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. Most HP LaserJet printers can result in "Guidelines for using the manual feed feature, an optional envelope tray, an...
... not print satisfactorily because of paper. Envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Do not use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Purchase envelopes that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to...has no more than two thicknesses of the printing environment or other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. Most HP LaserJet printers can result in "Guidelines for using the manual feed feature, an optional envelope tray, an...
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... sizes (C5, B5) cannot have performed acceptably during manufacturing can result in HP testing; Many varieties of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle ...as shown in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. Problems can reduce this type of the printer's fusing process. q Envelopes that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. q Envelopes ...
... sizes (C5, B5) cannot have performed acceptably during manufacturing can result in HP testing; Many varieties of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle ...as shown in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. Problems can reduce this type of the printer's fusing process. q Envelopes that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. q Envelopes ...
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...ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). For more information, see the support documentation that provide the best performance. Curl Envelopes must lie flat, with no more than two thickness... section generally apply to avoid wrinkling. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 200 Sheffield. Envelopes must be stuck together from ...
...ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). For more information, see the support documentation that provide the best performance. Curl Envelopes must lie flat, with no more than two thickness... section generally apply to avoid wrinkling. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 200 Sheffield. Envelopes must be stuck together from ...
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... printing on labels. Consider the information in this section when selecting label stock. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for...
... printing on labels. Consider the information in this section when selecting label stock. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for...
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... toner adhesion properties. It is common for a face sheet to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to prevent oozing and contamination, and can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of labels. Reprinting unused portions...processes are lifting or that might have a minimum shelf life of fusing. The liner is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that are preferred for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone ...
... toner adhesion properties. It is common for a face sheet to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to prevent oozing and contamination, and can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of labels. Reprinting unused portions...processes are lifting or that might have a minimum shelf life of fusing. The liner is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that are preferred for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone ...
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... and must be compatible with laser printers. Materials must not discolor, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. Photocopy transparency film might not be designed specifically for HP color LaserJet printers). See your printer for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Please see the support...
... and must be compatible with laser printers. Materials must not discolor, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. Photocopy transparency film might not be designed specifically for HP color LaserJet printers). See your printer for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Please see the support...
HP PCL/PJL reference - PCL 5 Comparison Guide
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...ISO 16 Portuguese2 ISO 84 Portuguese2 ISO 85 Spanish2 ISO 10 Swedish/Finnish2 HP German2 HP Spanish2 PC-858 Multilingual w/ Euro III, IIID, IIIP ✓ nr nr Printer LaserJet 4 / 5 / 6 Families, IIISi 1100, 2100, 4000, 5000, 8000, 8100 series, Color LaserJet, 5, 5M, Color LaserJet 4500 DeskJet 1200C & 1600C ✓ ✓ nr nr ✓... nr ✓ nr ✓ nr ✓ nr ✓ nr ✓ nr nr nr 4PJ 4LJ Pro 4LC ✓ nr nr Color Laser Jet 8500 nr nr nr nr nr nr nr nr nr nr nr ✓ ✓ symbol set is resident. symbol set is not resident. ...
...ISO 16 Portuguese2 ISO 84 Portuguese2 ISO 85 Spanish2 ISO 10 Swedish/Finnish2 HP German2 HP Spanish2 PC-858 Multilingual w/ Euro III, IIID, IIIP ✓ nr nr Printer LaserJet 4 / 5 / 6 Families, IIISi 1100, 2100, 4000, 5000, 8000, 8100 series, Color LaserJet, 5, 5M, Color LaserJet 4500 DeskJet 1200C & 1600C ✓ ✓ nr nr ✓... nr ✓ nr ✓ nr ✓ nr ✓ nr ✓ nr nr nr 4PJ 4LJ Pro 4LC ✓ nr nr Color Laser Jet 8500 nr nr nr nr nr nr nr nr nr nr nr ✓ ✓ symbol set is resident. symbol set is not resident. ...
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.... 3 The Japanese Windows 3.1J symbol set is only resident in the LaserJet 4PJ, 4LJ Pro printers, and if ESC/P SIMM is supported. Table 3-5. Indicates a symbol set is installed, in the LaserJet 4V, 4MV, 5Si, 5SiMx, 5Si Mopier printers. 4 For the HP LaserJet 4, 4M, 4Si, and 4SiMx printers, these symbol sets are only available in CG Times, Univers...
.... 3 The Japanese Windows 3.1J symbol set is only resident in the LaserJet 4PJ, 4LJ Pro printers, and if ESC/P SIMM is supported. Table 3-5. Indicates a symbol set is installed, in the LaserJet 4V, 4MV, 5Si, 5SiMx, 5Si Mopier printers. 4 For the HP LaserJet 4, 4M, 4Si, and 4SiMx printers, these symbol sets are only available in CG Times, Univers...
HP PCL/PJL reference - Printer Job Language Technical Reference Manual
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... For best results, do not support PJL. The following HP printers: • LaserJet IIISi, 4Si, 4SiMx, 5Si, 5SiMx, 5Si Mopier • LaserJet 1100 Series, 2100 Series • LaserJet 4000 Series, 5000 Series • LaserJet 8000 Series, 8100 Series • LaserJet 4V, 4MV • LaserJet 4, 4 Plus, 4M, 4M Plus, 5, 5M • LaserJet 4L, 4ML, 4LJ Pro, 4LC, 5L, 6L •...
... For best results, do not support PJL. The following HP printers: • LaserJet IIISi, 4Si, 4SiMx, 5Si, 5SiMx, 5Si Mopier • LaserJet 1100 Series, 2100 Series • LaserJet 4000 Series, 5000 Series • LaserJet 8000 Series, 8100 Series • LaserJet 4V, 4MV • LaserJet 4, 4 Plus, 4M, 4M Plus, 5, 5M • LaserJet 4L, 4ML, 4LJ Pro, 4LC, 5L, 6L •...
Printer Job Language - Technical Reference Manual
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... happens when PJL commands are sent to a non-PJL printer. The following HP printers: LaserJet IIISi, 4Si, 4SiMx, 5Si, 5SiMx, 5Si Mopier LaserJet 4000 series LaserJet 4V, 4MV LaserJet 4, 4 Plus, 4M, 4M Plus, 5, 5M LaserJet 4L, 4ML, 4LJ Pro, 4LC, 5L, 6L LaserJet 4P, 4MP, 4PJ, 5P, 6P, 6MP Color LaserJet, Color LaserJet 5, 5M DeskJet 1200C, 1600C DesignJet Family PaintJet XL300...
... happens when PJL commands are sent to a non-PJL printer. The following HP printers: LaserJet IIISi, 4Si, 4SiMx, 5Si, 5SiMx, 5Si Mopier LaserJet 4000 series LaserJet 4V, 4MV LaserJet 4, 4 Plus, 4M, 4M Plus, 5, 5M LaserJet 4L, 4ML, 4LJ Pro, 4LC, 5L, 6L LaserJet 4P, 4MP, 4PJ, 5P, 6P, 6MP Color LaserJet, Color LaserJet 5, 5M DeskJet 1200C, 1600C DesignJet Family PaintJet XL300...