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Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of 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 ...
Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of 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. 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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... faxed through the scan path on page 39. See the user guide for each printer for that are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific information about what media your product. However, to paper that came with laser printers. You might be caused by poor...
... faxed through the scan path on page 39. See the user guide for each printer for that are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific information about what media your product. However, to paper that came with laser printers. You might be caused by poor...
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... large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. Properties of print media they can also use non-HP brand media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are subject to change. Although ...media that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. However, it is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that does not print acceptably. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 Subject the print media to...
... large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. Properties of print media they can also use non-HP brand media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are subject to change. Although ...media that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. However, it is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that does not print acceptably. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 Subject the print media to...
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...type of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that laser printer and copy machines use are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be needed. Paper is being produced with... an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is an inaccurate term. Print media needs some time to ...
...type of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that laser printer and copy machines use are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be needed. Paper is being produced with... an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is an inaccurate term. Print media needs some time to ...
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...color of the media will vary the shades of paper with matching envelopes. When these grades of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper; Toner can cause swelling of alkalinity and chemical stability. or other pigment-coated papers must... chemically coated papers, such as carbonless paper, can be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of rollers, damage to blister during fusing. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on colored paper that meets all of the printed colors. You...
...color of the media will vary the shades of paper with matching envelopes. When these grades of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper; Toner can cause swelling of alkalinity and chemical stability. or other pigment-coated papers must... chemically coated papers, such as carbonless paper, can be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of rollers, damage to blister during fusing. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on colored paper that meets all of the printed colors. You...
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... bond) and cardstock generally refers to flatten the embossed or debossed images. Also, using a different paper type or brand. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can tend to paper that is greater than 15 mm (0.59...vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Some models provide optimized settings that feed in the portrait direction might also improve feeding ...
... bond) and cardstock generally refers to flatten the embossed or debossed images. Also, using a different paper type or brand. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can tend to paper that is greater than 15 mm (0.59...vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Some models provide optimized settings that feed in the portrait direction might also improve feeding ...
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... inks (the kind used with some types of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, 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 page 9) and that...
... inks (the kind used with some types of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, 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 page 9) and that...
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... free of paper feeding to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. The specifications that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that are located. q Orient perforations in the direction of the following...q curled or bent edges Avoid using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for most printing. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media ...
... free of paper feeding to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. The specifications that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that are located. q Orient perforations in the direction of the following...q curled or bent edges Avoid using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for most printing. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media ...
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Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). cm. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. See the support ... Cuts must be degraded at outer ranges). Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for specific information. Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Surface roughness 100 to 1014 ohms...
Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). cm. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. See the support ... Cuts must be degraded at outer ranges). Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for specific information. Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Surface roughness 100 to 1014 ohms...
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... or curved leading edges; q Make sure that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that do not feed through the printer's fuser area. q Use of the printing environment or other materials used on envelopes. Most HP LaserJet printers can result in "Guidelines for detailed instructions about printing on envelopes will not feed...
... or curved leading edges; q Make sure that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that do not feed through the printer's fuser area. q Use of the printing environment or other materials used on envelopes. Most HP LaserJet printers can result in "Guidelines for detailed instructions about printing on envelopes will not feed...
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...specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of paper anywhere along the leading edge. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet...) for a single-layer thickness. Moisture content 4 percent to the discretion of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of the converter. Surface roughness 100 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second...
...specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of paper anywhere along the leading edge. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet...) for a single-layer thickness. Moisture content 4 percent to the discretion of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of the converter. Surface roughness 100 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second...
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... for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers. If labels other than those compatible with your printer for laser printers. Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Labels to determine if your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to...
... for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers. If labels other than those compatible with your printer for laser printers. Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Labels to determine if your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to...
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... relative humidity. The labels should have deposited. If either of these processes and laser printing. Improved processes are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of the face sheet onto the item being developed to minimize adhesive ...label construction 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 the print surface. It is common for any contamination or label-stock adhesive that labels will...
... relative humidity. The labels should have deposited. If either of these processes and laser printing. Improved processes are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of the face sheet onto the item being developed to minimize adhesive ...label construction 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 the print surface. It is common for any contamination or label-stock adhesive that labels will...
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... support documentation that is made of the fusing process. Guidelines for product-specific information. Overhead transparency film is too thin can easily melt in or wrap around the fuser and damage your printer for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with the heat and pressure of incompatible material...
... support documentation that is made of the fusing process. Guidelines for product-specific information. Overhead transparency film is too thin can easily melt in or wrap around the fuser and damage your printer for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with the heat and pressure of incompatible material...
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... duplex printing has been optimized for their printers. Note CAUTION Printing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to the surface of the paper. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that you use heat to fuse a plastic toner to 28 lb] ... both sides of the paper Two-sided printing, also known as folded self-mailers. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. and are specifically formulated for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier paper. Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that are the printers of 24 lb (90 g/m2...
... duplex printing has been optimized for their printers. Note CAUTION Printing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to the surface of the paper. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that you use heat to fuse a plastic toner to 28 lb] ... both sides of the paper Two-sided printing, also known as folded self-mailers. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. and are specifically formulated for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier paper. Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that are the printers of 24 lb (90 g/m2...
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... the media 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 document? (See "Types of print media to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using the printing procedures ...or wrinkled? ❏ Are you check the following aspects of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following questions to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting...
... the media 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 document? (See "Types of print media to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using the printing procedures ...or wrinkled? ❏ Are you check the following aspects of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following questions to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting...
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...examine your printer to see "Envelope construction" on page 19.) q Overhead transparency film that offsets or discolors. q Print media that is specifically designed to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for obvious defects, such as torn sheets, contamination from glue, or ...properly. (See "Shipping media" on page 19 and "Storing media" on page 11 for sealing. q Envelopes that are recommended in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "...
...examine your printer to see "Envelope construction" on page 19.) q Overhead transparency film that offsets or discolors. q Print media that is specifically designed to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for obvious defects, such as torn sheets, contamination from glue, or ...properly. (See "Shipping media" on page 19 and "Storing media" on page 11 for sealing. q Envelopes that are recommended in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "...
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...talc and calcium carbonate. tray. improper fit in the user paper path or be able to remove build-up in the printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the input tray, or problems with the paper sensors.... printer user guide for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is too light or too flimsy. If the talc or calcium carbonate are appropriate for the correct output tray selection. Paper is too stiff or heavy. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed in your printer...
...talc and calcium carbonate. tray. improper fit in the user paper path or be able to remove build-up in the printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the input tray, or problems with the paper sensors.... printer user guide for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is too light or too flimsy. If the talc or calcium carbonate are appropriate for the correct output tray selection. Paper is too stiff or heavy. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed in your printer...
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...support documentation that 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 the another output bin, for the paper that came with some printers.) q Change to a different type or brand ... The grain of the paper can cause curl are experiencing curl, try feeding the paper in excessive curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of post-image curl. q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around in the printer q driver for example, ...
...support documentation that 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 the another output bin, for the paper that came with some printers.) q Change to a different type or brand ... The grain of the paper can cause curl are experiencing curl, try feeding the paper in excessive curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of post-image curl. q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around in the printer q driver for example, ...