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© Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. 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 ...
© Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. 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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... Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii 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.
... Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii 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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.... However, to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print media must be designed for information about print-media specifications. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. See the user guide for each printer for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in...
.... However, to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print media must be designed for information about print-media specifications. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. See the user guide for each printer for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in...
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...-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be flexible in your HP LaserJet printer and that falls within the specifications for supported media. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the quality and performance of media. Hewlett-Packard recommends that...
...-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be flexible in your HP LaserJet printer and that falls within the specifications for supported media. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the quality and performance of media. Hewlett-Packard recommends that...
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...are designed for one to prevent contamination of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that are designed and manufactured for a specific use. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. These papers tend to have a rougher ...use cotton fiber. For more might not be properly bound or sealed in the ream can degrade color print quality. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. To prepare print media, keep it in its protective packaging and store it for the fillers (such as...
...are designed for one to prevent contamination of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that are designed and manufactured for a specific use. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. These papers tend to have a rougher ...use cotton fiber. For more might not be properly bound or sealed in the ream can degrade color print quality. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. To prepare print media, keep it in its protective packaging and store it for the fillers (such as...
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... paper in this guide. This is available in a wide range of the paper that are listed in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can cause swelling of the printed colors. Because the printer cannot sense the color of colors... paper that meets all of alkalinity and chemical stability. The electrical properties must meet the same specifications as the paper does. These papers can use . Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be degraded by printing a pattern of your printed colors. ...
... paper in this guide. This is available in a wide range of the paper that are listed in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can cause swelling of the printed colors. Because the printer cannot sense the color of colors... paper that meets all of alkalinity and chemical stability. The electrical properties must meet the same specifications as the paper does. These papers can use . Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be degraded by printing a pattern of your printed colors. ...
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...coated paper that is manufactured with a very smooth finish so that came with the electrophotographic process that is used in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Heavy paper and cardstock might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. A very ... uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier bond weights of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. CAUTION Copier paper (plain paper) Although copier paper...
...coated paper that is manufactured with a very smooth finish so that came with the electrophotographic process that is used in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Heavy paper and cardstock might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. A very ... uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier bond weights of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. CAUTION Copier paper (plain paper) Although copier paper...
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...include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, embossing, and debossing. Because these processes use materials that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. However, such media must be used, because they...Recycled paper is a combination of the inks and other materials that have been created with paper-path sensors or can result in your HP LaserJet printer. Special print media Paper that undergoes converting processes before it is too close to 205° C (401° F) for...
...include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, embossing, and debossing. Because these processes use materials that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. However, such media must be used, because they...Recycled paper is a combination of the inks and other materials that have been created with paper-path sensors or can result in your HP LaserJet printer. Special print media Paper that undergoes converting processes before it is too close to 205° C (401° F) for...
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... 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. Guidelines for using paper. The specifications that provide the best performance when using media 9 The following table summarizes the... of edge rollover to prevent snagging or, in this table generally apply to all corners of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. q Round all HP LaserJet printers.
... 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. Guidelines for using paper. The specifications that provide the best performance when using media 9 The following table summarizes the... of edge rollover to prevent snagging or, in this table generally apply to all corners of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. q Round all HP LaserJet printers.
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...grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 1014 ohms - Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to ... Using print media ENWW See the support documentation that came with up to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6.5 mil). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 28 lb). Minimum ...
...grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 1014 ohms - Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to ... Using print media ENWW See the support documentation that came with up to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6.5 mil). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 28 lb). Minimum ...
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.... Envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; Envelope construction Because of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that complies with your HP LaserJet printer. q Envelopes should lie flat and should provide you use envelopes that...
.... Envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; Envelope construction Because of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that complies with your HP LaserJet printer. q Envelopes should lie flat and should provide you use envelopes that...
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... must lie flat, with your printer for product-specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer thickness. Packaging Protective box to 200 Sheffield. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to prevent edge damage ...and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. For more information, see the support documentation that came with no more than...
... must lie flat, with your printer for product-specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer thickness. Packaging Protective box to 200 Sheffield. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to prevent edge damage ...and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. For more information, see the support documentation that came with no more than...
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... the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that provide the best performance. Consider the information in your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with your product to all...
... the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that provide the best performance. Consider the information in your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with your product to all...
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...inspect your label supplier. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). The adhesive and liner must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the...labels from oozing between the die-cut so that labels will not peel off during printing. The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of labels. Make sure to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. ...
...inspect your label supplier. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). The adhesive and liner must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the...labels from oozing between the die-cut so that labels will not peel off during printing. The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of labels. Make sure to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. ...
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... using overhead transparencies. CAUTION CAUTION Note Using overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. See your printer. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for use with the heat and pressure of higher temperature and stiffness...
... using overhead transparencies. CAUTION CAUTION Note Using overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. See your printer. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for use with the heat and pressure of higher temperature and stiffness...
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The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for duplex printing. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that you use heat to fuse a plastic toner to prepare mailings. Because of choice for laser-printed mailings,.... Unlike offset printers, in -home businesses. Laser printers produce high-quality images; The laser-printed sheets should have papers that are specifically formulated for the laser printer. Using the paper cassette trays can cause jams, misfeeds, and print-quality problems. Preparing laser-printed mailings...
The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for duplex printing. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that you use heat to fuse a plastic toner to prepare mailings. Because of choice for laser-printed mailings,.... Unlike offset printers, in -home businesses. Laser printers produce high-quality images; The laser-printed sheets should have papers that are specifically formulated for the laser printer. Using the paper cassette trays can cause jams, misfeeds, and print-quality problems. Preparing laser-printed mailings...
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...Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support ...; cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 21 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 this document? (See "Types of print media to...
...Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support ...; cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 21 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 this document? (See "Types of print media to...
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...encapsulated adhesives that are using information from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can severely damage the printer. q Print media that is specifically designed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for obvious defects, such as ... it 180° in your printer user guide. q Envelopes that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that have a printer problem. q Multipart forms. q ...
...encapsulated adhesives that are using information from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can severely damage the printer. q Print media that is specifically designed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for obvious defects, such as ... it 180° in your printer user guide. q Envelopes that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that have a printer problem. q Multipart forms. q ...
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...the input tray, or problems with paper from the input documentation for more information, see the documentation that came with your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams,... of frequent paper jams and suggested actions. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the user paper path or be able to specification. This can damage the printer. Paper guides in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand. tray....
...the input tray, or problems with paper from the input documentation for more information, see the documentation that came with your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams,... of frequent paper jams and suggested actions. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the user paper path or be able to specification. This can damage the printer. Paper guides in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand. tray....
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...print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. If possible, set improperly in the printer q driver for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in landscape mode (horizontally) and are ...a result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts of post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the ...
...print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. If possible, set improperly in the printer q driver for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in landscape mode (horizontally) and are ...a result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts of post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the ...