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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... 29 Common paper grades and basis weights 29 Weight equivalence table 30 Standard media sizes used in laser printers 31 Paper 31 Envelopes 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems 23 ...Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist ...
Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... 29 Common paper grades and basis weights 29 Weight equivalence table 30 Standard media sizes used in laser printers 31 Paper 31 Envelopes 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems 23 ...Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist ...
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... paper that information. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. However, to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. You might be used in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. Check the individual...
... paper that information. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. However, to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. You might be used in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. Check the individual...
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..., electrical resistivity, caliper, finish, moisture content, and stiffness can provide you purchased your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . If you have tried the suggestions that are contained in your user guide and...HP LaserJet printers work ENWW Alternative sources of HP Sales and Service Offices. (See the sales and service listings that are applied and the toner fuses (melts) onto the print media. After transfer, the print media passes through the fuser, where heat and pressure are outlined in a laser printer...
..., electrical resistivity, caliper, finish, moisture content, and stiffness can provide you purchased your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . If you have tried the suggestions that are contained in your user guide and...HP LaserJet printers work ENWW Alternative sources of HP Sales and Service Offices. (See the sales and service listings that are applied and the toner fuses (melts) onto the print media. After transfer, the print media passes through the fuser, where heat and pressure are outlined in a laser printer...
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...temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your printing environment. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that does not print acceptably. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Subject the print media to... print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for the replacement of media. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in the types...
...temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your printing environment. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that does not print acceptably. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Subject the print media to... print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for the replacement of media. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in the types...
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... print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use are designed for the electrophotographic process that has a more prestigious look or feel. For small quantities, such as one or two reams, store the print media for use. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets...
... print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use are designed for the electrophotographic process that has a more prestigious look or feel. For small quantities, such as one or two reams, store the print media for use. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets...
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... ream label usually lists the weight, size, quantity of the paper wrapping. Discard any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into the printer so that can cause jams or multiple-sheet feeds. 2 Guidelines for using media 5 manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is included). (See "...up . 2 Read the ream label that is located on the outside of sheets, grain direction, and other information. Paper should be loaded into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending...
... ream label usually lists the weight, size, quantity of the paper wrapping. Discard any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into the printer so that can cause jams or multiple-sheet feeds. 2 Guidelines for using media 5 manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is included). (See "...up . 2 Read the ream label that is located on the outside of sheets, grain direction, and other information. Paper should be loaded into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending...
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... with matching envelopes. The electrical properties must be specifically designed for laser printers. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on page 9). however, the pH should last as long as standard paper; Some chemically coated papers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Paper types This section describes the following paper types...
... with matching envelopes. The electrical properties must be specifically designed for laser printers. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on page 9). however, the pH should last as long as standard paper; Some chemically coated papers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Paper types This section describes the following paper types...
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...surface of the paper, rather than 28-lb bond) and cardstock generally refers to paper that is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in the short-grain direction. Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally ...cardstock might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that the manufacturer uses. However, keep in photocopiers and laser printers. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure...
...surface of the paper, rather than 28-lb bond) and cardstock generally refers to paper that is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in the short-grain direction. Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally ...cardstock might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that the manufacturer uses. However, keep in photocopiers and laser printers. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure...
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...Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. and post-consumer waste paper. A recycled sheet 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 ..., gluing, embossing, and debossing. Media that has perforations or cutouts can be used in a laser printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be printed successfully on your HP LaserJet printer. q Use forms and letterhead paper that have heavily textured surfaces. Seal the forms in moisture...
...Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. and post-consumer waste paper. A recycled sheet 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 ..., gluing, embossing, and debossing. Media that has perforations or cutouts can be used in a laser printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be printed successfully on your HP LaserJet printer. q Use forms and letterhead paper that have heavily textured surfaces. Seal the forms in moisture...
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... to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Use paper that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that is within your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of...
... to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Use paper that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that is within your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of...
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...Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. short grain for specific information. cm. recycled paper with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge... - Cut edge quality Cuts must be degraded at outer ranges). Up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch).
...Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. short grain for specific information. cm. recycled paper with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge... - Cut edge quality Cuts must be degraded at outer ranges). Up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch).
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... that do not require moistening but instead use , envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. Envelope construction Because of their construction, some envelopes feeding well and others jamming. q Do not use envelopes that...has no control. q Avoid using media 11 CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area. Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can meet all other materials used on...
... that do not require moistening but instead use , envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. Envelope construction Because of their construction, some envelopes feeding well and others jamming. q Do not use envelopes that...has no control. q Avoid using media 11 CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area. Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can meet all other materials used on...
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Purchase envelopes that have the quality and consistency that have double-sided seam construction, which ones print acceptably in an HP LaserJet printer. q Commercial or Official envelopes (also called Business or Regular), which creates a thick leading edge near a corner. Double-sided seam envelopes... process. q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and pressure of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed well and others to jam. You can result in the non-imaged areas). Larger ...
Purchase envelopes that have the quality and consistency that have double-sided seam construction, which ones print acceptably in an HP LaserJet printer. q Commercial or Official envelopes (also called Business or Regular), which creates a thick leading edge near a corner. Double-sided seam envelopes... process. q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and pressure of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed well and others to jam. You can result in the non-imaged areas). Larger ...
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...folds must be tight (not baggy) to avoid wrinkling. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to ...prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using media 13 Envelopes must lie flat, with your printer. The envelope flap must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Packaging Protective box to 200 Sheffield.... table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers).
...folds must be tight (not baggy) to avoid wrinkling. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to ...prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using media 13 Envelopes must lie flat, with your printer. The envelope flap must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Packaging Protective box to 200 Sheffield.... table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers).
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... all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Labels should meet the specifications for paper unless otherwise indicated. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Please see the support documentation that came with your product supports labels. Consider the information in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to determine if your printer for laser printers.
... all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Labels should meet the specifications for paper unless otherwise indicated. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Please see the support documentation that came with your product supports labels. Consider the information in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to determine if your printer for laser printers.
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...the item being continuously run, periodically run full sheets of adhesive labels and can be compatible with the heat and pressure of these processes and laser printing. The adhesive and liner must provide adequate release strength so that labels will not peel off during printing. The face sheet is occurring ... Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for a face sheet to run several sheets of paper through the printer. The liner is common for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to be die-cut labels.
...the item being continuously run, periodically run full sheets of adhesive labels and can be compatible with the heat and pressure of these processes and laser printing. The adhesive and liner must provide adequate release strength so that labels will not peel off during printing. The face sheet is occurring ... Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for a face sheet to run several sheets of paper through the printer. The liner is common for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to be die-cut labels.
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... accommodate fusing needs. see the support documentation that is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. Photocopy transparency film might not be designed specifically for product-specific information. Materials...
... accommodate fusing needs. see the support documentation that is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. Photocopy transparency film might not be designed specifically for product-specific information. Materials...
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... 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 the surface of the paper. Several manufacturers have papers that are specifically formulated for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized 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 the surface of the paper. Several manufacturers have papers that are specifically formulated for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for...
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...shipping and storing media, and provides information about environmental effects on media. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of the print media that will cause the media to assume unwanted characteristics. Shipping media When...humidity. Storing media Follow these guidelines when media is packaged or unpackaged. q Keep stored media away from physical damage. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping print media through different environments, use media at 20° to 24° C (68° to 75°...
...shipping and storing media, and provides information about environmental effects on media. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of the print media that will cause the media to assume unwanted characteristics. Shipping media When...humidity. Storing media Follow these guidelines when media is packaged or unpackaged. q Keep stored media away from physical damage. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping print media through different environments, use media at 20° to 24° C (68° to 75°...
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... from print media that does not meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you check the following aspects of print media to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines ...problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 21 Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏...
... from print media that does not meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you check the following aspects of print media to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines ...problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 21 Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏...