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... 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 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 ... 33 iii 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 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems 23 Frequent paper jams 23 ...
... 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 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 ... 33 iii 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 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems 23 Frequent paper jams 23 ...
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... document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are unfamiliar to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. Check the individual product manuals for that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. See the user guide...
... document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are unfamiliar to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. Check the individual product manuals for that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. See the user guide...
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... onto a rotating photosensitive drum. To print a page in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you purchased your user guide and you have tried the suggestions that are outlined in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the printer, charged electrostatically, and heated. The developed image then...
... onto a rotating photosensitive drum. To print a page in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you purchased your user guide and you have tried the suggestions that are outlined in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the printer, charged electrostatically, and heated. The developed image then...
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... they can also use . Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. Although testing media helps to change. If you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that... storage by the customer. This section is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Properties of any print media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Subject the print media to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications ...
... they can also use . Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. Although testing media helps to change. If you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that... storage by the customer. This section is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Properties of any print media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Subject the print media to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications ...
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... media is not properly prepared, the edges in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for the electrophotographic process that are designed for use. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the ream can degrade color print quality. ...However, paper manufacturers are optimized for one or two reams, store the print media for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW For ...
... media is not properly prepared, the edges in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for the electrophotographic process that are designed for use. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the ream can degrade color print quality. ...However, paper manufacturers are optimized for one or two reams, store the print media for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW For ...
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... design these colors are using paper" on page 9). Some chemically coated papers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as those found in your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW The electrical properties must meet the same specifications as standard paper...
... design these colors are using paper" on page 9). Some chemically coated papers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as those found in your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW The electrical properties must meet the same specifications as standard paper...
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... it frequently causes multiple-sheet feeds or jams, or if it has the qualities and performance you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Heavy paper and cardstock might want . 2 Guidelines for image transfer and fusing. Different...the fuser can tend to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can be relatively inexpensive. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is used in weight (heavier than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the input tray). ...
... it frequently causes multiple-sheet feeds or jams, or if it has the qualities and performance you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Heavy paper and cardstock might want . 2 Guidelines for image transfer and fusing. Different...the fuser can tend to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can be relatively inexpensive. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is used in weight (heavier than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the input tray). ...
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... forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using paper" on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for your HP LaserJet printer. Seal the forms in your laser printer must be used in moisture-proof wrap to virgin-fiber grades. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that undergoes converting processes before it is too...
... forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using paper" on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for your HP LaserJet printer. Seal the forms in your laser printer must be used in moisture-proof wrap to virgin-fiber grades. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that undergoes converting processes before it is too...
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... or bent edges Avoid using paper. See the support documentation that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. q...of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that edge trimmings will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to avoid toner ...
... or bent edges Avoid using paper. See the support documentation that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. q...of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that edge trimmings will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to avoid toner ...
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...Moisture-proof ream wrap. Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. cm. Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal...weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6 percent by weight. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; short grain for specific information. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 ...
...Moisture-proof ream wrap. Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. cm. Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal...weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6 percent by weight. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; short grain for specific information. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 ...
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... or cutouts. 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 HP color LaserJet printers). Most HP LaserJet printers can print on envelopes. Envelope construction Because of their construction, some... the quality and consistency that have encapsulated adhesives that the adhesive labels and all of envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. q Make sure that do not support envelopes. However, inconsistencies in this document. Observe the following ...
... or cutouts. 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 HP color LaserJet printers). Most HP LaserJet printers can print on envelopes. Envelope construction Because of their construction, some... the quality and consistency that have encapsulated adhesives that the adhesive labels and all of envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. q Make sure that do not support envelopes. However, inconsistencies in this document. Observe the following ...
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... have more tightly than diagonal-seam envelopes. Many varieties 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 or wrinkle unless the edges are listed here...to determine which have performed acceptably during manufacturing can cause some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle can result in an HP LaserJet printer. q Envelopes that you require. q Commercial or Official envelopes (also called Business or Regular), which ones print acceptably in increased ...
... have more tightly than diagonal-seam envelopes. Many varieties 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 or wrinkle unless the edges are listed here...to determine which have performed acceptably during manufacturing can cause some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle can result in an HP LaserJet printer. q Envelopes that you require. q Commercial or Official envelopes (also called Business or Regular), which ones print acceptably in increased ...
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... specific information. Packaging Protective box to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer. For more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. Surface roughness 100 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must not be compatible with no...
... specific information. Packaging Protective box to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer. For more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. Surface roughness 100 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must not be compatible with no...
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... the information in this section generally apply to determine if your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Please see the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process,... and must be specifically designed for HP color LaserJet printers). If labels other than those compatible with your printer. The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. All materials in laser label stock must be compatible with the heat and pressure...
... the information in this section generally apply to determine if your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Please see the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process,... and must be specifically designed for HP color LaserJet printers). If labels other than those compatible with your printer. The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. All materials in laser label stock must be compatible with the heat and pressure...
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... appropriate die-cutting must prevent labels from oozing between the die-cut labels. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for laser printing because they can be removed after printing. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to preserve their properties. Recommendations q...who is familiar with these problems is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that adhesive contamination is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to run several sheets of paper through the printer. Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border...
... appropriate die-cutting must prevent labels from oozing between the die-cut labels. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for laser printing because they can be removed after printing. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to preserve their properties. Recommendations q...who is familiar with these problems is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that adhesive contamination is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to run several sheets of paper through the printer. Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border...
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...HP color LaserJet printers. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers... overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Photocopy transparency film might not be compatible with laser printers. Overhead transparency film is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8...
...HP color LaserJet printers. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers... overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Photocopy transparency film might not be compatible with laser printers. Overhead transparency film is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8...
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.... 2 Paper selection is designed especially for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are specifically formulated for more postal customers to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are the printers of the paper Two-sided printing, also known as folded self-mailers. and are required for...
.... 2 Paper selection is designed especially for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are specifically formulated for more postal customers to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are the printers of the paper Two-sided printing, also known as folded self-mailers. and are required for...
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... Keep stored media away from physical damage. If media is packaged or unpackaged. This section contains recommendations for using media 19 Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping print media through different environments, use media at 20° to 24° C (68° to 75° F),...q Store envelopes in curling or warping. q Stack each carton upright. 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 55 percent. q Do not place anything on shelves.
... Keep stored media away from physical damage. If media is packaged or unpackaged. This section contains recommendations for using media 19 Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping print media through different environments, use media at 20° to 24° C (68° to 75° F),...q Store envelopes in curling or warping. q Stack each carton upright. 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 55 percent. q Do not place anything on shelves.
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..., discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that have baggy construction or folds that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to 205° C (401 ° F) for ...rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. See the support documentation for your printer 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...
..., discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that have baggy construction or folds that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to 205° C (401 ° F) for ...rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. See the support documentation for your printer 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...
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... moist. Paper might not be picked up in the input tray, or problems with your printer. To recover from a paper jam, follow the directions that are listed for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Cause Action(s) Paper is too light or too flimsy. q Change the paper... type or manually feed the paper into the printer. This can build up from a newly opened ream. See the user documentation for your printer user guide. improper...
... moist. Paper might not be picked up in the input tray, or problems with your printer. To recover from a paper jam, follow the directions that are listed for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Cause Action(s) Paper is too light or too flimsy. q Change the paper... type or manually feed the paper into the printer. This can build up from a newly opened ream. See the user documentation for your printer user guide. improper...