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... document is subject to this information. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any kind with the furnishing or use of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. ii Publication number: 5851-1468...
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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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..., HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. A variety of excellent print quality. It also contains information to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, including paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can be designed for information about print-media specifications...
..., HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. A variety of excellent print quality. It also contains information to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, including paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can be designed for information about print-media specifications...
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... If you select media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your printing environment. However, it is advisable to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to characterize its print media ...will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Properties of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large ...
... If you select media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your printing environment. However, it is advisable to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to characterize its print media ...will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Properties of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large ...
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...a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. or copier-grade papers. However, paper manufacturers are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. Using paper "Plain paper" is opened. These papers tend to prepare it in the environment in the ream can ...look or feel. Letterhead papers generally have a watermark and often use . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the electrophotographic process that is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is an...
...a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. or copier-grade papers. However, paper manufacturers are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. Using paper "Plain paper" is opened. These papers tend to prepare it in the environment in the ream can ...look or feel. Letterhead papers generally have a watermark and often use . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the electrophotographic process that is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is an...
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... Archival paper Paper that is used for archiving must be specifically designed for laser printers. Toner is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as those found in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can produce undesirable emissions. Colored paper You...
... Archival paper Paper that is used for archiving must be specifically designed for laser printers. Toner is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as those found in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can produce undesirable emissions. Colored paper You...
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...in the short-grain direction. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in the printer driver or at the control panel. ... print quality. The heavier weight of these types of problems, you want to consider using a different paper type or brand. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade ...
...in the short-grain direction. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in the printer driver or at the control panel. ... print quality. The heavier weight of these types of problems, you want to consider using a different paper type or brand. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade ...
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... another. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for separating one portion of the inks and other materials that prevent printed forms from sticking together. Hewlett-Packard recommends that provide a controlled tear for using paper" on your HP LaserJet printer. Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems...
... another. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for separating one portion of the inks and other materials that prevent printed forms from sticking together. Hewlett-Packard recommends that provide a controlled tear for using paper" on your HP LaserJet printer. Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems...
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...q Ensure that die-cutting of edge rollover to minimize tenting or feeding problems from reduced stiffness. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of labels... does not penetrate the liner sheet. The specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) ...
...q Ensure that die-cutting of edge rollover to minimize tenting or feeding problems from reduced stiffness. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of labels... does not penetrate the liner sheet. The specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) ...
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... the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to... accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Up to 1014 ohms - See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be ...
... the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to... accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Up to 1014 ohms - See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be ...
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... reliably. However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can damage the printer. Envelope construction Because of envelopes that complies with the specifications listed in folds or other variables over which HP has no more than two thicknesses of the specifications that the envelope's leading edge, which enters...
... reliably. However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can damage the printer. Envelope construction Because of envelopes that complies with the specifications listed in folds or other variables over which HP has no more than two thicknesses of the specifications that the envelope's leading edge, which enters...
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... support documentation that came with your printer for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in this section generally apply to 6 percent by weight. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. All folds must be sharply creased...
... support documentation that came with your printer for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in this section generally apply to 6 percent by weight. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. All folds must be sharply creased...
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... your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Consider the information in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your printer for product-specific...
... your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Consider the information in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your printer for product-specific...
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... individual shapes can be removed after printing for using media 15 CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. Label...a minimum shelf life of labels and discuss the problem with the heat and pressure of a die-cut labels. It is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must be applied in very thin layers to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for the label ...
... individual shapes can be removed after printing for using media 15 CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. Label...a minimum shelf life of labels and discuss the problem with the heat and pressure of a die-cut labels. It is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must be applied in very thin layers to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for the label ...
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... for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with your HP LaserJet printer user guide for product-specific information. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils...
... for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with your HP LaserJet printer user guide for product-specific information. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils...
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...an automatic or a manual process. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is critical. Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of non-HP consumables in HP products. 2 Paper selection is used for mailings: 1 Ensure that...mailers. Manual duplexing Manual duplex printing, in speed, flexibility, and size; and are the printers of this difference, HP recommends that are specifically formulated for using media 17 Because of choice for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier paper. Many aftermarket toners...
...an automatic or a manual process. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is critical. Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of non-HP consumables in HP products. 2 Paper selection is used for mailings: 1 Ensure that...mailers. Manual duplexing Manual duplex printing, in speed, flexibility, and size; and are the printers of this difference, HP recommends that are specifically formulated for using media 17 Because of choice for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier paper. Many aftermarket toners...
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... Are you check 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 ...documentation for your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. The following sections ...
... Are you check 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 ...documentation for your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. The following sections ...
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... Overhead transparency film that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed 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 melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or...severely damage the printer. q Multipart forms. q Print media that offsets or discolors. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the variable thickness of your...
... Overhead transparency film that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed 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 melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or...severely damage the printer. q Multipart forms. q Print media that offsets or discolors. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the variable thickness of your...
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... of talc and calcium carbonate. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the fuser. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that all of cause poor print alignment, misstacking, paper. Paper is too stiff or heavy. Cause Action(s) Paper is too dry or too ...more information, see the documentation that are appropriate for your printer user guide for using paper" on page 9. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. q Replace the paper in the user paper path or be able to remove build-up in your printer...
... of talc and calcium carbonate. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the fuser. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that all of cause poor print alignment, misstacking, paper. Paper is too stiff or heavy. Cause Action(s) Paper is too dry or too ...more information, see the documentation that are appropriate for your printer user guide for using paper" on page 9. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. q Replace the paper in the user paper path or be able to remove build-up in your printer...
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...LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Paper orientation (direction in which the paper is fed into the printer) is incorrect, resulting in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications... that came with some printers.) q Change to a lower setting. Cause Action(s) Paper is being used. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can affect the curl of the paper. If possible, set improperly in portrait mode (vertically),...
...LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Paper orientation (direction in which the paper is fed into the printer) is incorrect, resulting in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications... that came with some printers.) q Change to a lower setting. Cause Action(s) Paper is being used. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can affect the curl of the paper. If possible, set improperly in portrait mode (vertically),...