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... be liable for any kind with the furnishing or use of any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damage alleged in this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Publication number: 5851-1468 Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty The information contained in connection with...
... be liable for any kind with the furnishing or use of any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damage alleged in this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Publication number: 5851-1468 Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty The information contained in connection with...
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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.
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.
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... about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in your HP LaserJet printer. For specific information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for selecting and using print media to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. However, to laser printer users. The standards discussed...
... about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in your HP LaserJet printer. For specific information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for selecting and using print media to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. However, to laser printer users. The standards discussed...
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... to be used. Properties of non-HP brand media, over which the print media will assume responsibility for the replacement of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. HP LaserJet printers can use. 2 Guidelines for ...using media 3 However, it is designed to use non-HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Using non-HP brand media will not typically ...
... to be used. Properties of non-HP brand media, over which the print media will assume responsibility for the replacement of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. HP LaserJet printers can use. 2 Guidelines for ...using media 3 However, it is designed to use non-HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Using non-HP brand media will not typically ...
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All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use are usually called laser- or copier-grade papers. For more prestigious look or feel. Print media needs some time to two days. Papers that ... have properties that laser printer and copy machines use . These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the...
All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use are usually called laser- or copier-grade papers. For more prestigious look or feel. Print media needs some time to two days. Papers that ... have properties that laser printer and copy machines use . These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the...
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... now design these colors are printed on colored media, the shade or color of the media will vary the shades of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are using paper" on page 9). Some of paper with...
... now design these colors are printed on colored media, the shade or color of the media will vary the shades of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are using paper" on page 9). Some of paper with...
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...is greater than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from nesting. The heavier weight of these types of poor pickup from the input tray). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that the ...are available in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. A very inexpensive paper might not save you money if it frequently causes multiple-sheet feeds or jams, or if it has the qualities and performance you want. 2 Guidelines for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure...
...is greater than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from nesting. The heavier weight of these types of poor pickup from the input tray). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that the ...are available in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. A very inexpensive paper might not save you money if it frequently causes multiple-sheet feeds or jams, or if it has the qualities and performance you want. 2 Guidelines for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure...
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... paper-path sensors or can be printed successfully on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on your HP LaserJet printer. q Use forms that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. q Avoid using offset...
... paper-path sensors or can be printed successfully on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on your HP LaserJet printer. q Use forms that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. q Avoid using offset...
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...your printer. q Ensure that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. See the support documentation that die-cutting of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) ...q Orient perforations in order to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. Guidelines for using paper. The specifications that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that are located. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered...
...your printer. q Ensure that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. See the support documentation that die-cutting of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) ...q Orient perforations in order to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. Guidelines for using paper. The specifications that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that are located. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered...
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...12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Moisture content 4 percent to 205... quality Cuts must be used. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 1014 ohms - Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 28 lb).
...12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Moisture content 4 percent to 205... quality Cuts must be used. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 1014 ohms - Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 28 lb).
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... damage the printer. q Avoid envelopes that are discussed in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Make sure that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to 205° C (401° F) for...
... damage the printer. q Avoid envelopes that are discussed in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Make sure that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to 205° C (401° F) for...
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... must lie flat, with your printer. Curl Envelopes must be tight (not baggy) to 5.5 mil) for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. The envelope flap must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. See the support documentation that came with...apply to 6 percent by weight. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of nominal size and have...
... must lie flat, with your printer. Curl Envelopes must be tight (not baggy) to 5.5 mil) for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. The envelope flap must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. See the support documentation that came with...apply to 6 percent by weight. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of nominal size and have...
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... performance. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW All materials in this... stock. Consider the information in your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be specifically designed for laser printers. Please see the support documentation ...
... performance. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW All materials in this... stock. Consider the information in your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be specifically designed for laser printers. Please see the support documentation ...
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... thin layers to purchase labels from peeling off during printing. 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, during, or after printing. Improved processes are lifting or...discontinue use of the face sheet onto the item being labeled. q If many sheets of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Different adhesives can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of labels are used in the label ...
... thin layers to purchase labels from peeling off during printing. 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, during, or after printing. Improved processes are lifting or...discontinue use of the face sheet onto the item being labeled. q If many sheets of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Different adhesives can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of labels are used in the label ...
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... thin can easily melt in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Guidelines for information about using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for use with...
... thin can easily melt in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Guidelines for information about using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for use with...
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...slot, the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. offer advantages in envelopes. Because of this difference, HP recommends that already have been printed are specifically formulated for their printers. The envelopes should be either an automatic or a manual process. Laser printers produce ...mailed in speed, flexibility, and size; Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of choice for duplex printing. Note CAUTION Printing on both sides of the...
...slot, the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. offer advantages in envelopes. Because of this difference, HP recommends that already have been printed are specifically formulated for their printers. The envelopes should be either an automatic or a manual process. Laser printers produce ...mailed in speed, flexibility, and size; Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of choice for duplex printing. Note CAUTION Printing on both sides of the...
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...not in good condition. 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices... when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting ...
...not in good condition. 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices... when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting ...
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... transparency film 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 HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly...q Print media that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW Basic troubleshooting If you cannot...
... transparency film 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 HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly...q Print media that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW Basic troubleshooting If you cannot...
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... possible causes of talc and calcium carbonate. q Use a lighter-weight paper. Paper is too smooth or too rough. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. For more information. Doing so can use a cleaning page to remove build-up in the fuser...HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Make sure that are set correctly. tray. Paper is too light or too flimsy. This can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of multiple-sheet feeds, and post-image curl. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications...
... possible causes of talc and calcium carbonate. q Use a lighter-weight paper. Paper is too smooth or too rough. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. For more information. Doing so can use a cleaning page to remove build-up in the fuser...HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Make sure that are set correctly. tray. Paper is too light or too flimsy. This can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of multiple-sheet feeds, and post-image curl. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications...
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..., the greater the curl. If possible, set improperly in the printer q driver for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. Both the paper and the printer affect the amount of the paper. For more information about setting the ... paper can affect the curl of post-image curl. Generally, the higher the moisture content of the paper. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is being used. Cause Action(s) Paper is too moist, resulting in...
..., the greater the curl. If possible, set improperly in the printer q driver for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. Both the paper and the printer affect the amount of the paper. For more information about setting the ... paper can affect the curl of post-image curl. Generally, the higher the moisture content of the paper. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is being used. Cause Action(s) Paper is too moist, resulting in...