HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
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...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 Frequent multiple-sheet feeds 24 Reducing post-image curl 25 Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray ...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 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing...
...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 Frequent multiple-sheet feeds 24 Reducing post-image curl 25 Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray ...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 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing...
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Do not reuse jammed paper. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. q Change the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper guides in the tray are set correctly. Paper is too smooth or too rough. If the talc or calcium carbonate are listed in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Frequent paper jams The following table lists possible causes of cause...
Do not reuse jammed paper. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. q Change the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper guides in the tray are set correctly. Paper is too smooth or too rough. If the talc or calcium carbonate are listed in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Frequent paper jams The following table lists possible causes of cause...
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... storing 15 labels, ream 5 laid finishes 6 landscape orientation 25 laser-grade paper 7 LaserJet 2000 1 LaserJet 2686A 1 LaserJet 500 1 LaserJet Monochrome printers 1 LaserJet monochrome transparencies, hp 37 LaserJet paper, hp 36 LaserJet Plus 1 LaserJet printers media designed for 1 operations 2 lasers, operations of 2 letterhead HP papers 36 specifications 8 types of 4, 6 letters, troubleshooting 28 light paper, troubleshooting 23 Lightenberg Ratio, defined 39 linen papers 6 liner, labels 15 loading duplexing 17 envelopes 26...
... storing 15 labels, ream 5 laid finishes 6 landscape orientation 25 laser-grade paper 7 LaserJet 2000 1 LaserJet 2686A 1 LaserJet 500 1 LaserJet Monochrome printers 1 LaserJet monochrome transparencies, hp 37 LaserJet paper, hp 36 LaserJet Plus 1 LaserJet printers media designed for 1 operations 2 lasers, operations of 2 letterhead HP papers 36 specifications 8 types of 4, 6 letters, troubleshooting 28 light paper, troubleshooting 23 Lightenberg Ratio, defined 39 linen papers 6 liner, labels 15 loading duplexing 17 envelopes 26...
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... toner chemical stability of 6 density 27, 28 operations of 2 recommended types 17 top side of paper 40 torn paper 9 tough paper, hp 36 transfer, electrostatic 2 transparencies HP 37 specifications 16 troubleshooting checklist 21, 22 envelopes 22, 26 multi-feeds 24 paper jams 23 post-image curl 25 print quality 27 text quality 28 wrinkled envelopes 27 types...
... toner chemical stability of 6 density 27, 28 operations of 2 recommended types 17 top side of paper 40 torn paper 9 tough paper, hp 36 transfer, electrostatic 2 transparencies HP 37 specifications 16 troubleshooting checklist 21, 22 envelopes 22, 26 multi-feeds 24 paper jams 23 post-image curl 25 print quality 27 text quality 28 wrinkled envelopes 27 types...
Service Manual
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... Serial Data Communication 5-4 Solenoids 5-5 Photosensors 5-6 Microswitches 5-8 PC (Tray 2) and LC (Tray 3) Tray Size Sensing System 5-9 Motors 5-10 Paper Jam Detection 5-11 Formatter System 5-12 I/O Control 5-12 Memory Management 5-14 Data Processing 5-14 PJL Overview 5-15 Image Formation System 5-16 Photosensitive Drum...(Tray 1 5-29 Printing from the PC Tray (Tray 2 5-30 Power System 5-31 Basic Sequence of Operation 5-33 Standard Printer Operation 5-33 Timing Diagrams 5-34 Warmup Period 5-37 Standby Period 5-37 PowerSave 5-37 Initial Rotation Period 5-38 Print Period 5-...
... Serial Data Communication 5-4 Solenoids 5-5 Photosensors 5-6 Microswitches 5-8 PC (Tray 2) and LC (Tray 3) Tray Size Sensing System 5-9 Motors 5-10 Paper Jam Detection 5-11 Formatter System 5-12 I/O Control 5-12 Memory Management 5-14 Data Processing 5-14 PJL Overview 5-15 Image Formation System 5-16 Photosensitive Drum...(Tray 1 5-29 Printing from the PC Tray (Tray 2 5-30 Power System 5-31 Basic Sequence of Operation 5-33 Standard Printer Operation 5-33 Timing Diagrams 5-34 Warmup Period 5-37 Standby Period 5-37 PowerSave 5-37 Initial Rotation Period 5-38 Print Period 5-...
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...Feed Guide Assembly 6-68 Interconnect PCA Removal 6-69 7 Troubleshooting LaserJet 5 Error Map 7-A Pre-Troubleshooting Procedures 7-1 Preliminary Operating Checks 7-1 Printer Message Troubleshooting 7-2 Printer Message Summary Table 7-2 Clearable Warnings 7-10 Printer Message Troubleshooting Procedures 7-12 Blank Display 7-12 MP/PC/LC ... Sensor (PS2) Functional Check 7-17 PS4 Check (MP Tray Empty Sensor 7-17 12 Printer Open Message 7-18 SW601 Functional Check 7-19 13 PAPER JAM Message 7-20 PS1 (Input/Registration Sensor) Check 7-22 PS3 (Exit Sensor) Check 7-23...
...Feed Guide Assembly 6-68 Interconnect PCA Removal 6-69 7 Troubleshooting LaserJet 5 Error Map 7-A Pre-Troubleshooting Procedures 7-1 Preliminary Operating Checks 7-1 Printer Message Troubleshooting 7-2 Printer Message Summary Table 7-2 Clearable Warnings 7-10 Printer Message Troubleshooting Procedures 7-12 Blank Display 7-12 MP/PC/LC ... Sensor (PS2) Functional Check 7-17 PS4 Check (MP Tray Empty Sensor 7-17 12 Printer Open Message 7-18 SW601 Functional Check 7-19 13 PAPER JAM Message 7-20 PS1 (Input/Registration Sensor) Check 7-22 PS3 (Exit Sensor) Check 7-23...
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Note It is installed and loaded with envelopes. The printer automatically recognizes the presence of the Envelope Feeder and prints from the feeder as the software requires. 3-50 Configuration Paper jams can be selected through the printer's Control Panel. LaserJet 4 and 4 Plus The envelope size (EE TRAY=) appears on the display when the envelope feeder is not...
Note It is installed and loaded with envelopes. The printer automatically recognizes the presence of the Envelope Feeder and prints from the feeder as the software requires. 3-50 Configuration Paper jams can be selected through the printer's Control Panel. LaserJet 4 and 4 Plus The envelope size (EE TRAY=) appears on the display when the envelope feeder is not...
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...printer failures or wear, not strictly on rollers. 7. LIFE (pages) REMARKS 1 68001 When print becomes faint, shake cartridge to distribute remaining toner. 2. Fuser Assembly (115 V, 50/60 Hz) Fuser Assembly (220 V, 50 Hz) 1 200,000 1 200,000 May affect print quality and/or paper jams... coverage, and with Pickup Rollers. 5. Toner Cartridge QTY EST. Transfer Charging Roller 1 200,000 May affect print quality and/or paper jams. 6. MP (Tray 1) Pickup Roller Assembly 1 200,000 Replace roller and separation pad together. 3. Table 4-1 Selected Service Consumables ...
...printer failures or wear, not strictly on rollers. 7. LIFE (pages) REMARKS 1 68001 When print becomes faint, shake cartridge to distribute remaining toner. 2. Fuser Assembly (115 V, 50/60 Hz) Fuser Assembly (220 V, 50 Hz) 1 200,000 1 200,000 May affect print quality and/or paper jams... coverage, and with Pickup Rollers. 5. Toner Cartridge QTY EST. Transfer Charging Roller 1 200,000 May affect print quality and/or paper jams. 6. MP (Tray 1) Pickup Roller Assembly 1 200,000 Replace roller and separation pad together. 3. Table 4-1 Selected Service Consumables ...
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... M4 M5 FM1 Description Main Motor (Gear Train Drive Motor) Paper Input Assembly Drive Motor 500-sheet Lower Cassette Pickup Motor Envelope Feeder Drive Motor Scanner Motor Exhaust Fan Motor Paper Jam Detection The Input/Registration Sensor (PS1) and the Paper Exit Sensor (PS3) detect paper moving through the printer. A paper jam can also cause a paper jam when paper is displayed.
... M4 M5 FM1 Description Main Motor (Gear Train Drive Motor) Paper Input Assembly Drive Motor 500-sheet Lower Cassette Pickup Motor Envelope Feeder Drive Motor Scanner Motor Exhaust Fan Motor Paper Jam Detection The Input/Registration Sensor (PS1) and the Paper Exit Sensor (PS3) detect paper moving through the printer. A paper jam can also cause a paper jam when paper is displayed.
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...panel inputs to store printer configuration information that can be input from the host into two different categories, Read Only Memory (ROM) and Random Access Memory (RAM). ROM memory consists of all print engine functions such as fuser temperature and paper jam status. This raster ...data is used by the print engine interface. RAM memory consists of memory. Memory Management The printer uses several different types of RAM memory resident on the Formatter PCA,...
...panel inputs to store printer configuration information that can be input from the host into two different categories, Read Only Memory (ROM) and Random Access Memory (RAM). ROM memory consists of all print engine functions such as fuser temperature and paper jam status. This raster ...data is used by the print engine interface. RAM memory consists of memory. Memory Management The printer uses several different types of RAM memory resident on the Formatter PCA,...
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...microprocessor on the photosensitive drum with the leading edge of the paper. The paper then is energized for paper movement. The MP pickup roller then feeds a sheet of the toner image on the DC Controller PCA assumes a paper jam occurred and informs the Formatter PCA. The Formatter PCA sends the... VDO signal to make one rotation. If the paper does not reach or clear each sensor within a specific time period after receiving ...
...microprocessor on the photosensitive drum with the leading edge of the paper. The paper then is energized for paper movement. The MP pickup roller then feeds a sheet of the toner image on the DC Controller PCA assumes a paper jam occurred and informs the Formatter PCA. The Formatter PCA sends the... VDO signal to make one rotation. If the paper does not reach or clear each sensor within a specific time period after receiving ...
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... 3) to the print engine after the paper reaches the Input Paper Sensor (PS1). When the DC Controller PCA receives a PRNT signal, it triggers the Paper Exit Sensor (PS3). This aligns the leading edge of the toner image on the DC Controller PCA assumes a paper jam occurred and informs the Formatter PCA. Printing... from the PC tray into the output tray. The paper is provided by the Formatter PCA, as configured by the control panel or by the Main ...
... 3) to the print engine after the paper reaches the Input Paper Sensor (PS1). When the DC Controller PCA receives a PRNT signal, it triggers the Paper Exit Sensor (PS3). This aligns the leading edge of the toner image on the DC Controller PCA assumes a paper jam occurred and informs the Formatter PCA. Printing... from the PC tray into the output tray. The paper is provided by the Formatter PCA, as configured by the control panel or by the Main ...
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... envelope size] WARMING UP See 02 WARMING UP x LOAD [envelope size] x=Tray 1 or Envelope Feeder See xx LOAD [paper or envelope size] LaserJet 5 Error Map 7-C Message on LJ 5/5M/5N Recommendations REMOVE PAPER JAM See 13 PAPER JAM REQUESTED LANGUAGE NOT AVAILABLE See W2 INVALID PERS RESETTING ACTIVE I/O See 07 RESET RESETTING ALL I/O See 07 RESET...
... envelope size] WARMING UP See 02 WARMING UP x LOAD [envelope size] x=Tray 1 or Envelope Feeder See xx LOAD [paper or envelope size] LaserJet 5 Error Map 7-C Message on LJ 5/5M/5N Recommendations REMOVE PAPER JAM See 13 PAPER JAM REQUESTED LANGUAGE NOT AVAILABLE See W2 INVALID PERS RESETTING ACTIVE I/O See 07 RESET RESETTING ALL I/O See 07 RESET...
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... Menu settings, and clears buffered pages, temporary soft fonts, and macros. Troubleshooting 7-3 The printer returns all printer settings to "13 PAPER JAM Message" section. 13 DUPLEX JAM REMOVE DUPLEX JAM Check for more details. 10 RESET TO SAVE The Printing, PCL, PS, and Config ...LOW" Message" section. *Press Go on -line. Replace the Toner Cartridge. Wait for the printer to the "12 PRINTER OPEN Message" section. 13 PAPER JAM REMOVE PAPER JAM Open printer and clear any paper in Chapter 3 for a short while, make sure that the Toner Cartridge is displayed during the...
... Menu settings, and clears buffered pages, temporary soft fonts, and macros. Troubleshooting 7-3 The printer returns all printer settings to "13 PAPER JAM Message" section. 13 DUPLEX JAM REMOVE DUPLEX JAM Check for more details. 10 RESET TO SAVE The Printing, PCL, PS, and Config ...LOW" Message" section. *Press Go on -line. Replace the Toner Cartridge. Wait for the printer to the "12 PRINTER OPEN Message" section. 13 PAPER JAM REMOVE PAPER JAM Open printer and clear any paper in Chapter 3 for a short while, make sure that the Toner Cartridge is displayed during the...
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... Input/Registration Sensor, located in the Paper Feed Assembly. 2 PS3, Exit Sensor, monitors paper in the allotted time. Figure 7-3 PS1 and PS3 (Paper Path Sensors) & PS5 Paper End Sensor When troubleshooting paper jams, the door associated with the sensor must be opened before a jam detected by two paper sensors. 13 PAPER JAM Message Paper jams occur when paper fails to arrive at , or...
... Input/Registration Sensor, located in the Paper Feed Assembly. 2 PS3, Exit Sensor, monitors paper in the allotted time. Figure 7-3 PS1 and PS3 (Paper Path Sensors) & PS5 Paper End Sensor When troubleshooting paper jams, the door associated with the sensor must be opened before a jam detected by two paper sensors. 13 PAPER JAM Message Paper jams occur when paper fails to arrive at , or...
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...printer. 2. Fuser Assembly Jams (Sensed by PS1.) 1. PS1, PS3, or PS5 are damaged or disconnected. 3. Paper out sensors in Chapter 3. Table 7-7 Paper Jam Troubleshooting Checklist Jam Location Checks and Action Required Input Area Jams 1. Registration Area Jams (Sensed by PS3.) 1. The LC Tray (Tray 3) is incorrect. Check that the cassettes are down (LJ4 and 4 Plus...that the spring force of paper is properly seated. Lower Cassette Paper Jams (Sensed by PS1.) sign of wear. 2. Troubleshooting 7-21 Seat the LC Tray firmly into the printer. Check that the Transfer ...
...printer. 2. Fuser Assembly Jams (Sensed by PS1.) 1. PS1, PS3, or PS5 are damaged or disconnected. 3. Paper out sensors in Chapter 3. Table 7-7 Paper Jam Troubleshooting Checklist Jam Location Checks and Action Required Input Area Jams 1. Registration Area Jams (Sensed by PS3.) 1. The LC Tray (Tray 3) is incorrect. Check that the cassettes are down (LJ4 and 4 Plus...that the spring force of paper is properly seated. Lower Cassette Paper Jams (Sensed by PS1.) sign of wear. 2. Troubleshooting 7-21 Seat the LC Tray firmly into the printer. Check that the Transfer ...
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PS1 (Input/Registration Sensor) Check 1 Power ON the printer with the top cover open. Wait for the 12 PRINTER OPEN (or CLOSE PRINTER COVER) message. 2 Engage PS1 by taping it down. a For the LaserJet 5, install the toner cartridge. 3 Close the top cover. If the 13 PAPER JAM message persists, replace PS1. Figure 7-4 PS1 Input/Registration Sensor 7-22...
PS1 (Input/Registration Sensor) Check 1 Power ON the printer with the top cover open. Wait for the 12 PRINTER OPEN (or CLOSE PRINTER COVER) message. 2 Engage PS1 by taping it down. a For the LaserJet 5, install the toner cartridge. 3 Close the top cover. If the 13 PAPER JAM message persists, replace PS1. Figure 7-4 PS1 Input/Registration Sensor 7-22...
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... and latches properly. Troubleshooting 7-23 Reseat J703 on the DC Controller. b If the PAPER JAM message does not appear, replace PS3. a If the 00 READY message does not appear, check that the Paper Control PCA and the Sensor PCA are firmly seated into one another. 4 Replace the Pickup...Exit Sensor) Check 1 Open the rear door (cover) of the printer. 2 The display should change from 02 WARMING UP to access the test points around the Pickup Motor (M2) circuit. The display should read 13 PAPER JAM (or REMOVE PAPER JAM) immediately after the door is opened. 3 Close the rear cover....
... and latches properly. Troubleshooting 7-23 Reseat J703 on the DC Controller. b If the PAPER JAM message does not appear, replace PS3. a If the 00 READY message does not appear, check that the Paper Control PCA and the Sensor PCA are firmly seated into one another. 4 Replace the Pickup...Exit Sensor) Check 1 Open the rear door (cover) of the printer. 2 The display should change from 02 WARMING UP to access the test points around the Pickup Motor (M2) circuit. The display should read 13 PAPER JAM (or REMOVE PAPER JAM) immediately after the door is opened. 3 Close the rear cover....
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...setting allows PostScript error messages to scroll by increments of 10. Explanation Sets the resolution. Only seen after a paper jam is displayed. Time, measured in seconds, that the printer waits before ending a print job. Value + once to change setting by increments of 1 or hold down to... 300 600* AUTO* PCL POSTSCRIPT (optional) AUTO* ON 15* (5 to automatically reprint jammed pages after a 21 PAGE TOO COMPLEX, PRESS GO KEY error. Press - B-18 LaserJet 5/5M/5N Printer PRT PS ERRS stands for PRINT POSTSCRIPT ERRORS. PostScript can be automatically set to 300) ...
...setting allows PostScript error messages to scroll by increments of 10. Explanation Sets the resolution. Only seen after a paper jam is displayed. Time, measured in seconds, that the printer waits before ending a print job. Value + once to change setting by increments of 1 or hold down to... 300 600* AUTO* PCL POSTSCRIPT (optional) AUTO* ON 15* (5 to automatically reprint jammed pages after a 21 PAGE TOO COMPLEX, PRESS GO KEY error. Press - B-18 LaserJet 5/5M/5N Printer PRT PS ERRS stands for PRINT POSTSCRIPT ERRORS. PostScript can be automatically set to 300) ...
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Index ! 12 PRINTER OPEN 7-18 13 PAPER JAM 7-20 14 NO EP CART 7-25 16 TONER LOW 4-10, 7-25 21 PRINT OVERRUN 3-53 41.1 ERROR 7-28 41.2 ERROR 7-28, 7-31 41.3 ERROR 7-28 ... edge registration 1-35 advanced functions 3-33 ASAP (Automated Support Access Program) 1-12 ASCII PJL Escape Sequence 3-19 assemblies removal 6-15 Assist Line (HP CSC) 1-13 assistance, technical 1-12 AUDIO TIPS, HP 1-13 autoexec.bat 3-31, 7-53 B background scatter 7-35, 7-47 basic sequence of operation 5-33 baud rate 3-33 beam detect signal weak...
Index ! 12 PRINTER OPEN 7-18 13 PAPER JAM 7-20 14 NO EP CART 7-25 16 TONER LOW 4-10, 7-25 21 PRINT OVERRUN 3-53 41.1 ERROR 7-28 41.2 ERROR 7-28, 7-31 41.3 ERROR 7-28 ... edge registration 1-35 advanced functions 3-33 ASAP (Automated Support Access Program) 1-12 ASCII PJL Escape Sequence 3-19 assemblies removal 6-15 Assist Line (HP CSC) 1-13 assistance, technical 1-12 AUDIO TIPS, HP 1-13 autoexec.bat 3-31, 7-53 B background scatter 7-35, 7-47 basic sequence of operation 5-33 baud rate 3-33 beam detect signal weak...