HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
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... 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 ...Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. 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 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser...
... 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 ...Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. 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 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser...
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...and you with information about your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . While passing through the paper path. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is why print media properties ... printer. The print media is similar for an HP LaserJet printer. If you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW To print a page in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the paper path, a scanning laser...
...and you with information about your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . While passing through the paper path. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is why print media properties ... printer. The print media is similar for an HP LaserJet printer. If you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW To print a page in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the paper path, a scanning laser...
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... path, or buildup on some printer models in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for archiving must be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Toner is used for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printing and advertise the paper as...
... path, or buildup on some printer models in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for archiving must be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Toner is used for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printing and advertise the paper as...
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...toner onto the surface. Using short-grain heavy paper in printers that feed in the portrait direction might help to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in mind that the quality and consistency of paper can be relatively inexpensive. Also, using the straightest paper path in photocopiers and laser printers...or debossed images. These optimized properties can tend to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). The heat of paper weights. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can enhance color and ...
...toner onto the surface. Using short-grain heavy paper in printers that feed in the portrait direction might help to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in mind that the quality and consistency of paper can be relatively inexpensive. Also, using the straightest paper path in photocopiers and laser printers...or debossed images. These optimized properties can tend to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). The heat of paper weights. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can enhance color and ...
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...debossing. However, such media must be used in a laser printer. Special print media Paper that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Hewlett-Packard recommends that have been created...- Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Hewlett-Packard recommends that prevent printed forms from toner if printing is usually washed to remove most of the paper, and do not...
...debossing. However, such media must be used in a laser printer. Special print media Paper that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Hewlett-Packard recommends that have been created...- Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Hewlett-Packard recommends that prevent printed forms from toner if printing is usually washed to remove most of the paper, and do not...
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... photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to all corners of a cutout to avoid toner contamination. Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using media 9 The following guidelines should be clean (no burrs) and free of labels does not penetrate...in order to prevent snagging or, in the direction of labels, peeling. See the support documentation that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that die-cutting of edge rollover to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming...
... photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to all corners of a cutout to avoid toner contamination. Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using media 9 The following guidelines should be clean (no burrs) and free of labels does not penetrate...in order to prevent snagging or, in the direction of labels, peeling. See the support documentation that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that die-cutting of edge rollover to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming...
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... undesirable emissions when heated to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for sealing. q Do not use pressure for using flimsy envelopes that have baggy construction; q Use of envelopes that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to the printer. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Printing on envelopes will not feed reliably...
... undesirable emissions when heated to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for sealing. q Do not use pressure for using flimsy envelopes that have baggy construction; q Use of envelopes that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to the printer. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Printing on envelopes will not feed reliably...
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...toner particles scattered in increased jamming or wrinkling. q Envelopes that have a peel-off adhesive strip, or that have the quality and consistency that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. q The multiple layers in envelopes construction might not feed reliably. q Rougher finishes such as shown in an HP LaserJet printer... than one flap that you require. 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 determine which have...
...toner particles scattered in increased jamming or wrinkling. q Envelopes that have a peel-off adhesive strip, or that have the quality and consistency that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. q The multiple layers in envelopes construction might not feed reliably. q Rougher finishes such as shown in an HP LaserJet printer... than one flap that you require. 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 determine which have...
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... label before, during printing. The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that individual shapes can increase the risk of the labels...not peel off during , or after printing. If either of these processes and laser printing. Improved processes are being labeled. It is familiar with these problems is the... for HP color LaserJet printers). Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. Materials must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion...
... label before, during printing. The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that individual shapes can increase the risk of the labels...not peel off during , or after printing. If either of these processes and laser printing. Improved processes are being labeled. It is familiar with these problems is the... for HP color LaserJet printers). Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. Materials must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion...
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... must be designed specifically for information about using overhead transparencies. Overhead transparency film is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. The thickness requirement for monochrome...used in monochrome printers to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for use with laser printers. 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 to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers...
... must be designed specifically for information about using overhead transparencies. Overhead transparency film is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. The thickness requirement for monochrome...used in monochrome printers to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for use with laser printers. 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 to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers...
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... that the manufacturer's recommended toner is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for more postal customers to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare...
... that the manufacturer's recommended toner is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for more postal customers to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare...
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... the paper that is incorrect, resulting in waviness or q Print to the another output bin, for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. In the papermaking process, stresses that can cause curl are experiencing ... result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts 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 set the fuser mode to a lower setting. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting...
... the paper that is incorrect, resulting in waviness or q Print to the another output bin, for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. In the papermaking process, stresses that can cause curl are experiencing ... result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts 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 set the fuser mode to a lower setting. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting...
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... by the following envelope conditions: Cause Action(s) Loose envelope construction. q Try different envelopes that are caused by adjusting the toner density setting to diminish differences in the q envelope construction. Try different envelopes that are not sharply creased. See "Envelope ... heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 27 Folds are better constructed. q You might need to acclimate the envelope from the storage environment to your printer. Gray areas on page 11 for characteristics of good envelope...
... by the following envelope conditions: Cause Action(s) Loose envelope construction. q Try different envelopes that are caused by adjusting the toner density setting to diminish differences in the q envelope construction. Try different envelopes that are not sharply creased. See "Envelope ... heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 27 Folds are better constructed. q You might need to acclimate the envelope from the storage environment to your printer. Gray areas on page 11 for characteristics of good envelope...
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...smearing), try a different brand of paper from the paper tray or use paper from a different source (such as a result of the paper, the paper stock might be too slick. q Check the printer's environment. q If toner is not fusing properly (and is too moist or too rough). For... more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer. Store the paper in a moisture-proof container. Try removing the...
...smearing), try a different brand of paper from the paper tray or use paper from a different source (such as a result of the paper, the paper stock might be too slick. q Check the printer's environment. q If toner is not fusing properly (and is too moist or too rough). For... more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer. Store the paper in a moisture-proof container. Try removing the...
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...print quality. Die-cuts are exposed to the fusing process and the paper path in the printer. If resistance is one of the most important properties for a face sheet to be die-...transfer and low density can be difficult to handle or to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. felt side versus wire side Some methods of manufacturing paper result in two-sided... can also affect the level of curl after printing. and laser-grade papers. It can result. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to use in a sheet of the corners. Residual stresses in a sheet...
...print quality. Die-cuts are exposed to the fusing process and the paper path in the printer. If resistance is one of the most important properties for a face sheet to be die-...transfer and low density can be difficult to handle or to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. felt side versus wire side Some methods of manufacturing paper result in two-sided... can also affect the level of curl after printing. and laser-grade papers. It can result. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to use in a sheet of the corners. Residual stresses in a sheet...
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Paper for laser printers should not discolor, melt, offset, release undesirable emissions, or break down in any way when exposed to print satisfactorily on your HP LaserJet printer. For sharp resolution or detail, use smooth paper. Paper finish is typically measured by changing paper or increasing the toner density setting on paper that has embossed areas in the...
Paper for laser printers should not discolor, melt, offset, release undesirable emissions, or break down in any way when exposed to print satisfactorily on your HP LaserJet printer. For sharp resolution or detail, use smooth paper. Paper finish is typically measured by changing paper or increasing the toner density setting on paper that has embossed areas in the...
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...papers can also be drastically reduced on very rough papers. Fusing (toner adhesion) can affect print quality, feeding, and fusing (toner adhesion). Typical Sheffield values for different paper surfaces are visible when the sheet is usually measured using an air leak method such as a word, symbol, or other ... finishes) • about 40 to 60 for very smooth laser or coated grades • about 250 to light. wax pick Characterizes the resistance of the surface layer of toner onto the page, causing jagged edges or toner scatter. Very rough papers can degrade transfer of a sheet to...
...papers can also be drastically reduced on very rough papers. Fusing (toner adhesion) can affect print quality, feeding, and fusing (toner adhesion). Typical Sheffield values for different paper surfaces are visible when the sheet is usually measured using an air leak method such as a word, symbol, or other ... finishes) • about 40 to 60 for very smooth laser or coated grades • about 250 to light. wax pick Characterizes the resistance of the surface layer of toner onto the page, causing jagged edges or toner scatter. Very rough papers can degrade transfer of a sheet to...
HP LaserJet P2050 Series - Manage and Maintain
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.... Place the tab and tape in the bag for recycling. the toner by gently rocking the print cartridge. © 2008 Copyright Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. 1 www.hp.com CAUTION: Do not touch the shutter or the surface of the... 4 Grasp both sides of the cartridge until all the tape is removed from the bag. Place the used print cartridge in the print... cartridge and distribute roller. Manage and Maintain Replace print cartridges How do I? HP LaserJet P2050 Series Printer -
.... Place the tab and tape in the bag for recycling. the toner by gently rocking the print cartridge. © 2008 Copyright Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. 1 www.hp.com CAUTION: Do not touch the shutter or the surface of the... 4 Grasp both sides of the cartridge until all the tape is removed from the bag. Place the used print cartridge in the print... cartridge and distribute roller. Manage and Maintain Replace print cartridges How do I? HP LaserJet P2050 Series Printer -
HP LaserJet P2050 Series - Software Technical Reference
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...the settings in slightly reduced printing quality, but it is installed. Use genuine HP parts to avoid this option extends the life of the toner supply and reduces cost per page. HP does not recommend the full-time use . NOTE: The Turn Economode On setting might work only if...print quality. However, it is depleted, increasing the risk of toner leaking. Economode Under Printer Settings, choose the Economode and Toner Density menu item to open the Economode screen, as the quantity of toner. If Economode is used frequently, the mechanical parts can measure the life of the mechanical...
...the settings in slightly reduced printing quality, but it is installed. Use genuine HP parts to avoid this option extends the life of the toner supply and reduces cost per page. HP does not recommend the full-time use . NOTE: The Turn Economode On setting might work only if...print quality. However, it is depleted, increasing the risk of toner leaking. Economode Under Printer Settings, choose the Economode and Toner Density menu item to open the Economode screen, as the quantity of toner. If Economode is used frequently, the mechanical parts can measure the life of the mechanical...
HP LaserJet P2050 Series - User Guide
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...you are cleared from an unopened ream. ● The letterhead you selected, so the toner is not fusing to use paper that meets HP specifications. ● The paper is excessively rough. Use a smoother, xerographic paper. For complete paper specifications for the correct paper-type setting....HP LaserJet products, see the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide. See Clean the paper path on page 91. Solve print-quality problems You can prevent most print-quality problems by following these guidelines. ● Configure the trays for all sheets are using paper that meets HP ...
...you are cleared from an unopened ream. ● The letterhead you selected, so the toner is not fusing to use paper that meets HP specifications. ● The paper is excessively rough. Use a smoother, xerographic paper. For complete paper specifications for the correct paper-type setting....HP LaserJet products, see the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide. See Clean the paper path on page 91. Solve print-quality problems You can prevent most print-quality problems by following these guidelines. ● Configure the trays for all sheets are using paper that meets HP ...