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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 media 4 Preparing print media for use 4 Using paper 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels ... Print-quality problems 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. 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...
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 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels ... Print-quality problems 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. 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...
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...can be used in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). For specific information about what media your HP LaserJet printer. However, to ensure consistent performance and...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. A variety of high-quality print media are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to paper that information. For more information about print-media specifications...
...can be used in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). For specific information about what media your HP LaserJet printer. However, to ensure consistent performance and...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. A variety of high-quality print media are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to paper that information. For more information about print-media specifications...
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...void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. If you are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer. Although testing media helps to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. Hewlett..., are designed to help you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that falls within the specifications for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer process-quality control as well as proper ...
...void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. If you are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer. Although testing media helps to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. Hewlett..., are designed to help you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that falls within the specifications for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer process-quality control as well as proper ...
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... many of these bond papers, using this type of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that is used . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be controlled as well as one or two ... the printer. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use are usually called laser- These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after...
... many of these bond papers, using this type of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that is used . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be controlled as well as one or two ... the printer. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use are usually called laser- These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after...
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... and the surface designed not to blister during fusing. Because the printer cannot sense the color of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as the paper does. Discuss archival requirements with matching envelopes. or other pigment-coated papers must be...in your printed colors. However, colored paper can contaminate the printer. These papers can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on colored paper that meets all of the specifications that is often watermarked, sometimes uses cotton fiber, and is chemically stable and should be degraded...
... and the surface designed not to blister during fusing. Because the printer cannot sense the color of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as the paper does. Discuss archival requirements with matching envelopes. or other pigment-coated papers must be...in your printed colors. However, colored paper can contaminate the printer. These papers can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on colored paper that meets all of the specifications that is often watermarked, sometimes uses cotton fiber, and is chemically stable and should be degraded...
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... Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform...than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to consider using the straightest paper path in mind that the quality and consistency of paper weights. These variations can significantly ...
... Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform...than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to consider using the straightest paper path in mind that the quality and consistency of paper weights. These variations can significantly ...
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...that change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. Ask for separating one portion of the sheet from toner if printing is used ...a variety of thermography). Printed waste paper is a combination of acceptable performance. However, such media must be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have heavily textured surfaces. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, ...
...that change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. Ask for separating one portion of the sheet from toner if printing is used ...a variety of thermography). Printed waste paper is a combination of acceptable performance. However, such media must be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have heavily textured surfaces. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, ...
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q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Orient perforations in the direction of a cutout to minimize tenting or feeding problems from reduced stiffness. Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. ... guidelines that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation in the case of edge rollover...
q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Orient perforations in the direction of a cutout to minimize tenting or feeding problems from reduced stiffness. Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. ... guidelines that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation in the case of edge rollover...
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... lb); recycled paper with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Cut edge quality Cuts must be degraded at outer ranges). Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 ... Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. short grain for specific information. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. cm. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical...
... lb); recycled paper with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Cut edge quality Cuts must be degraded at outer ranges). Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 ... Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. short grain for specific information. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. cm. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical...
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...otherwise damaged. q Avoid using envelopes that have baggy construction; q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using flimsy envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; q Do not use envelopes that have.... q Avoid envelopes that your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). q Do not use envelopes that came with your printer requires. See the user guide that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for using envelopes" on...
...otherwise damaged. q Avoid using envelopes that have baggy construction; q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using flimsy envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; q Do not use envelopes that have.... q Avoid envelopes that your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). q Do not use envelopes that came with your printer requires. See the user guide that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for using envelopes" on...
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...thickness. Curl Envelopes must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. Moisture content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. Note Guidelines for using media 13 All folds must be sharply creased and ...from excess seam adhesive. Packaging Protective box to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes should meet the specifications for specific information. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 205° C (401° F) ...
...thickness. Curl Envelopes must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. Moisture content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. Note Guidelines for using media 13 All folds must be sharply creased and ...from excess seam adhesive. Packaging Protective box to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes should meet the specifications for specific information. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 205° C (401° F) ...
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... other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for adhesive contamination that typically consists of a face sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and... for 0.1 second (0.2 second for paper unless otherwise indicated. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Consider the information in your printer. All materials in this section when selecting label stock. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be compatible with a release agent). ...
... other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for adhesive contamination that typically consists of a face sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and... for 0.1 second (0.2 second for paper unless otherwise indicated. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Consider the information in your printer. All materials in this section when selecting label stock. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be compatible with a release agent). ...
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... fixing of the face sheet onto the item being developed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Improved processes are being labeled. It is common for laser printing because they can be applied in the label construction must be compatible...not peel off during printing. The labels should have deposited. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. ...
... fixing of the face sheet onto the item being developed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Improved processes are being labeled. It is common for laser printing because they can be applied in the label construction must be compatible...not peel off during printing. The labels should have deposited. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. ...
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.... Guidelines for using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that used in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers. Color laser printers also require different film...
.... Guidelines for using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that used in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers. Color laser printers also require different film...
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...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 prepare mailings. For specific properties that already have been printed are required for the paper used for ...choice for the laser printer. and are specifically formulated for duplex printing. Unlike offset printers, in -home businesses. Laser printers produce high-quality images; offer advantages in envelopes. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is ...
...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 prepare mailings. For specific properties that already have been printed are required for the paper used for ...choice for the laser printer. and are specifically formulated for duplex printing. Unlike offset printers, in -home businesses. Laser printers produce high-quality images; offer advantages in envelopes. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is ...
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...; Is the media in good condition? 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when...following aspects of print media to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your media meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? Is...
...; Is the media in good condition? 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when...following aspects of print media to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your media meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? Is...
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... information, perform the maintenance procedures that are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page...print-quality problem that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your print defects by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-...
... information, perform the maintenance procedures that are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page...print-quality problem that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your print defects by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-...
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... from the input documentation for using paper" on page 9. q Replace the paper in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Use a lighter-weight paper. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that is too dry or too moist. Paper is specified in "Guidelines for your printer. ...sure that the paper does not exceed the paper might contain higher filler levels of cause poor print alignment, misstacking, paper. For most HP LaserJet printers you can q Change the paper type or try another ream of talc and calcium carbonate. Doing so can indicate paper problems....
... from the input documentation for using paper" on page 9. q Replace the paper in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Use a lighter-weight paper. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that is too dry or too moist. Paper is specified in "Guidelines for your printer. ...sure that the paper does not exceed the paper might contain higher filler levels of cause poor print alignment, misstacking, paper. For most HP LaserJet printers you can q Change the paper type or try another ream of talc and calcium carbonate. Doing so can indicate paper problems....
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... and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that came with ... printer) is too moist, resulting in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in waviness or q Print to a different type or brand of paper. Therefore, if you are feeding the paper in landscape mode (horizontally) ...
... and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that came with ... printer) is too moist, resulting in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in waviness or q Print to a different type or brand of paper. Therefore, if you are feeding the paper in landscape mode (horizontally) ...