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© Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of this information. ii HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other ...
© Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of this information. ii HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other ...
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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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.... 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 Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). For specific information about print-media specifications. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents...
.... 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 Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). For specific information about print-media specifications. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents...
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...damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Subject the print media to be used. Hewlett-Packard recommends that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in...and storage by the customer. HP LaserJet printers can use. Properties of media. The customer assumes all responsibility for the replacement of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is advisable to use non-HP brand media that you are...
...damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Subject the print media to be used. Hewlett-Packard recommends that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in...and storage by the customer. HP LaserJet printers can use. Properties of media. The customer assumes all responsibility for the replacement of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is advisable to use non-HP brand media that you are...
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.... For larger quantities or if the change in the ream can degrade color print quality. Letterhead papers generally have a watermark and often use . 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 a new environment. Using print... excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are optimized for a specific use cotton fiber. For small quantities, such as those of the printer.
.... For larger quantities or if the change in the ream can degrade color print quality. Letterhead papers generally have a watermark and often use . 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 a new environment. Using print... excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are optimized for a specific use cotton fiber. For small quantities, such as those of the printer.
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... q Recycled paper q Special print media Archival paper Paper that is chemically stable and should be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. however, the pH should last as long as carbonless paper, can cause swelling...
... q Recycled paper q Special print media Archival paper Paper that is chemically stable and should be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. however, the pH should last as long as carbonless paper, can cause swelling...
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... is a coated paper that the manufacturer uses. 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 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. These ...path in mind that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can be relatively inexpensive. However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Some models provide optimized settings that the quality and consistency of the paper, rather than ...
... is a coated paper that the manufacturer uses. 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 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. These ...path in mind that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can be relatively inexpensive. However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Some models provide optimized settings that the quality and consistency of the paper, rather than ...
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..., debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media ENWW Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have heavily textured surfaces. Special print media Paper that micro-perfs...from sticking together. q Use forms and letterhead paper that have been created with heat-resistant inks that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). q Use forms that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting,...
..., debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media ENWW Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have heavily textured surfaces. Special print media Paper that micro-perfs...from sticking together. q Use forms and letterhead paper that have been created with heat-resistant inks that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). q Use forms that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting,...
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...bent edges Avoid using paper. q All cuts should be of high quality and free of edge rollover to be printed. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer. q Orient perforations in the direction of paper feeding to prevent snagging or, ... that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in the support documentation that are located. The specifications that came with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the leading...
...bent edges Avoid using paper. q All cuts should be of high quality and free of edge rollover to be printed. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer. q Orient perforations in the direction of paper feeding to prevent snagging or, ... that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in the support documentation that are located. The specifications that came with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the leading...
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... 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); short grain for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. cm. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp...came with your printer for specific information. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation...
... 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); short grain for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. cm. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp...came with your printer for specific information. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation...
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... q Do not use envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with your HP LaserJet printer. q Use of envelopes that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that complies with a satisfactory envelope that are discussed in "Guidelines for using envelopes in your.... CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. Whichever input method you with the specifications listed in this document. Your envelope vendor should provide you...
... q Do not use envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with your HP LaserJet printer. q Use of envelopes that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that complies with a satisfactory envelope that are discussed in "Guidelines for using envelopes in your.... CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. Whichever input method you with the specifications listed in this document. Your envelope vendor should provide you...
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... undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Protective box to avoid wrinkling. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat, with the heat and pressure of the converter. Envelopes must... inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Materials must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0....
... undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Protective box to avoid wrinkling. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat, with the heat and pressure of the converter. Envelopes must... inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Materials must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0....
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... information in your product supports labels. If labels other than those compatible with your product to determine if your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to be specifically designed for laser printers. See the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media...
... information in your product supports labels. If labels other than those compatible with your product to determine if your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to be specifically designed for laser printers. See the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media...
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... or release undesirable emissions when heated to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). If either of these processes and laser printing. q If many sheets of labels are being developed to 205° C (401... to run several sheets of paper through the printer. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any contamination or label-stock adhesive that might have a minimum shelf life of one year, when...
... or release undesirable emissions when heated to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). If either of these processes and laser printing. q If many sheets of labels are being developed to 205° C (401... to run several sheets of paper through the printer. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any contamination or label-stock adhesive that might have a minimum shelf life of one year, when...
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.... A transparency that is too thin can easily melt in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency...
.... A transparency that is too thin can easily melt in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency...
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... in which sheets that are the printers of choice 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. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Note.... offer advantages in -home businesses. For specific properties that already have been printed are specifically formulated for duplex printing. The envelopes should be either an automatic or a manual process. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is used for laser-printed mailings...
... in which sheets that are the printers of choice 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. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Note.... offer advantages in -home businesses. For specific properties that already have been printed are specifically formulated for duplex printing. The envelopes should be either an automatic or a manual process. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is used for laser-printed mailings...
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...the following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of print media to avoid" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 21 3 ...Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications that has been stored improperly or is not in good condition? The following sections further explain the possible causes of and solutions...
...the following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of print media to avoid" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 21 3 ...Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications that has been stored improperly or is not in good condition? The following sections further explain the possible causes of and solutions...
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... section in the tray. q Envelopes that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. See the support documentation for your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW q Print media that is damaged,... 19.) q Overhead transparency film that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to a fusing temperature of the single-sheet sample is specifically designed to work with your print defects by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-...
... section in the tray. q Envelopes that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. See the support documentation for your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW q Print media that is damaged,... 19.) q Overhead transparency film that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to a fusing temperature of the single-sheet sample 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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... Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed for using paper" on page 9. set incorrectly q Make sure that all of the paper guides have been in your printer. Paper might not be picked up from a newly opened ream. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. Chapter...paper into the printer. Paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. See the user documentation for your printer for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. See your printer user guide for your printer. Paper is too dry or too moist. q Make sure that the paper is...
... Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed for using paper" on page 9. set incorrectly q Make sure that all of the paper guides have been in your printer. Paper might not be picked up from a newly opened ream. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. Chapter...paper into the printer. Paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. See the user documentation for your printer for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. See your printer user guide for your printer. Paper is too dry or too moist. q Make sure that the paper is...
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...curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is not available with your environment to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document.... (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. In the printing ...
...curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is not available with your environment to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document.... (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. In the printing ...