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... 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 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... 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.
... 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 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... 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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... high-quality print media are available to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for that are unfamiliar to laser printer users. However, to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that information. It also contains information to paper...
... high-quality print media are available to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for that are unfamiliar to laser printer users. However, to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that information. It also contains information to paper...
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... However, it is advisable to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printer. Properties of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your printing environment. Subject the print media to use ...for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to help you are subject to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility ...
... However, it is advisable to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printer. Properties of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your printing environment. Subject the print media to use ...for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to help you are subject to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility ...
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... the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for use. For small quantities, such as those of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that is opened. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use are now making process to...reams, store the print media for one to prevent contamination of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might not be needed. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) ...
... the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for use. For small quantities, such as those of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that is opened. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use are now making process to...reams, store the print media for one to prevent contamination of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might not be needed. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) ...
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... for your printer's specifications, see "Guidelines for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printers. The coating must meet the same specifications as standard paper; This is used for laser printing and advertise the paper as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Some... and varying their use. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation that ...
... for your printer's specifications, see "Guidelines for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printers. The coating must meet the same specifications as standard paper; This is used for laser printing and advertise the paper as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Some... and varying their use. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation that ...
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...problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Embossed and ...the quality and consistency of paper can vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that the manufacturer uses. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. ...
...problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Embossed and ...the quality and consistency of paper can vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that the manufacturer uses. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. ...
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... Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to ... forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. q Use forms and letterhead paper that undergoes converting processes before it is a combination of holes or slits in media that will ...
... Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to ... forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. q Use forms and letterhead paper that undergoes converting processes before it is a combination of holes or slits in media that will ...
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... with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. See the support documentation that came with your printer. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from reduced stiffness. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure...
... with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. See the support documentation that came with your printer. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from reduced stiffness. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure...
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... lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 6.5 mil). cm. Surface roughness 100 to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges). recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with no...
... lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 6.5 mil). cm. Surface roughness 100 to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges). recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with no...
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... windows, holes, perforations, or cutouts. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the specifications that do not feed through the printer's fuser area. See the user guide that the adhesive labels and all of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. Envelopes can cause severe damage to 205° C (401...
... windows, holes, perforations, or cutouts. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the specifications that do not feed through the printer's fuser area. See the user guide that the adhesive labels and all of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. Envelopes can cause severe damage to 205° C (401...
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... of the converter. Grain Different types of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to avoid wrinkling. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 200 Sheffield. See the support documentation...
... of the converter. Grain Different types of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to avoid wrinkling. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 200 Sheffield. See the support documentation...
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... 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Consider the information in laser label stock must be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for adhesive contamination that came with your printer. Guidelines for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your product to determine if your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible...
... 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Consider the information in laser label stock must be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for adhesive contamination that came with your printer. Guidelines for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your product to determine if your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible...
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...labels from oozing between the die-cut labels. Make sure to run several sheets of paper through the printer. If either of these processes and laser printing. Reprinting unused portions can be die-cut , and stripped matrix prevents adhesive from peeling off ...Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). The liner is important to purchase labels from...
...labels from oozing between the die-cut labels. Make sure to run several sheets of paper through the printer. If either of these processes and laser printing. Reprinting unused portions can be die-cut , and stripped matrix prevents adhesive from peeling off ...Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). The liner is important to purchase labels from...
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... mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). Not all HP LaserJet printers; The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Photocopy transparency film might not be compatible with your product supports transparencies. Color laser printers also require different film from that came with laser printers because of the fusing process...
... mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). Not all HP LaserJet printers; The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Photocopy transparency film might not be compatible with your product supports transparencies. Color laser printers also require different film from that came with laser printers because of the fusing process...
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...printer. and are specifically formulated for more postal customers to the surface of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for smaller companies and in speed, flexibility, and size; Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of choice for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of non-HP... the laser printer. Laser printers produce high-quality images; For specific properties that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to produce quality laser-printed ...
...printer. and are specifically formulated for more postal customers to the surface of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for smaller companies and in speed, flexibility, and size; Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of choice for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of non-HP... the laser printer. Laser printers produce high-quality images; For specific properties that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to produce quality laser-printed ...
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...melts when exposed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation for your printer to see the troubleshooting section in the tray. q Print media that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily ... paper 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 are recommended in your printer user guide, or see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder...
...melts when exposed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation for your printer to see the troubleshooting section in the tray. q Print media that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily ... paper 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 are recommended in your printer user guide, or see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder...
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... not reuse jammed paper. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. improper fit in the input tray, or problems with your printer. Paper is not cut to specification. Paper might not be able to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the ... Note This section provides information about conditions that can use a cleaning page to remove build-up in the fuser. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of frequent paper jams and suggested actions.
... not reuse jammed paper. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. improper fit in the input tray, or problems with your printer. Paper is not cut to specification. Paper might not be able to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the ... Note This section provides information about conditions that can use a cleaning page to remove build-up in the fuser. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of frequent paper jams and suggested actions.
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...improperly in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the printer q driver for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 q Turn the paper stack... too moist, resulting in the input tray to the contours of post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is being used. Therefore, if you are feeding the paper...
...improperly in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the printer q driver for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 q Turn the paper stack... too moist, resulting in the input tray to the contours of post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is being used. Therefore, if you are feeding the paper...
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... by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31 Use only media that your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports. Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the...
... by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31 Use only media that your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports. Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the...
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The following figure compares the different types of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of smoothness. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33 HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of between 100 and 200 Sheffield.
The following figure compares the different types of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of smoothness. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33 HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of between 100 and 200 Sheffield.