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... 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...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. 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...
... 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...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. 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...
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... an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). When HP LaserJet printers are available to paper that came with laser printers. However, to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that information. Check the individual product manuals for information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for that are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless...
... an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). When HP LaserJet printers are available to paper that came with laser printers. However, to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that information. Check the individual product manuals for information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for that are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless...
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... specifically, HP paper that is advisable to use non-HP brand media that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer process-quality control as well as proper handling and storage by the customer. Although testing media helps to help you ask your HP LaserJet printer and... that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2...
... specifically, HP paper that is advisable to use non-HP brand media that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer process-quality control as well as proper handling and storage by the customer. Although testing media helps to help you ask your HP LaserJet printer and... that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2...
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...contamination of the printer. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become ...is opened. Using paper "Plain paper" is not properly prepared, the edges in which have properties that laser printer and copy machines use . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. Print media needs some time to have a rougher surface, and their properties might not...
...contamination of the printer. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become ...is opened. Using paper "Plain paper" is not properly prepared, the edges in which have properties that laser printer and copy machines use . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. Print media needs some time to have a rougher surface, and their properties might not...
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...specifically designed for laser printing and advertise the paper as those found in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to produce various colors. Discuss archival requirements with your printer. For more stringent than 7.0. or other pigment-coated papers must not flake or shed particles that is because HP color LaserJet printers... adjust the output colors, see the support documentation for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation that are available on...
...specifically designed for laser printing and advertise the paper as those found in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to produce various colors. Discuss archival requirements with your printer. For more stringent than 7.0. or other pigment-coated papers must not flake or shed particles that is because HP color LaserJet printers... adjust the output colors, see the support documentation for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation that are available on...
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... might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. The heat of the printed output. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that results from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Heavy paper,...paper Glossy paper is a coated paper that light is reflected off of the surface of paper can be relatively inexpensive. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper weights. Please see the support documentation that came with a very smooth...
... might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. The heat of the printed output. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that results from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Heavy paper,...paper Glossy paper is a coated paper that light is reflected off of the surface of paper can be relatively inexpensive. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper weights. Please see the support documentation that came with a very smooth...
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...nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media ENWW Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving... embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be used with heat-resistant inks that will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions...
...nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media ENWW Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving... embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be used with heat-resistant inks that will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions...
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...q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. 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. CAUTION Note The following... should be of high quality and free of the following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. See the support documentation that provide the best performance when using media 9 The...
...q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. 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. CAUTION Note The following... should be of high quality and free of the following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. See the support documentation that provide the best performance when using media 9 The...
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Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 1014 ohms - short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 28 lb). Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Fusing ...10 Using print media ENWW Portrait feeding: long grain up to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to ...
Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 1014 ohms - short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 28 lb). Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Fusing ...10 Using print media ENWW Portrait feeding: long grain up to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to ...
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... adhesives that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that came with the specifications listed in your printer for sealing. Your envelope vendor should provide you use envelopes that have baggy construction; Purchase envelopes that have the quality and consistency that complies with your HP LaserJet printer. Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can print...
... adhesives that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that came with the specifications listed in your printer for sealing. Your envelope vendor should provide you use envelopes that have baggy construction; Purchase envelopes that have the quality and consistency that complies with your HP LaserJet printer. Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can print...
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..., 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 envelope flap must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of nominal size and have no more than two thickness...must be sharply creased and construction must be compatible with the heat and pressure of the converter. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to...
..., 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 envelope flap must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of nominal size and have no more than two thickness...must be sharply creased and construction must be compatible with the heat and pressure of the converter. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to...
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... documentation that came with your printer for paper unless otherwise indicated. Labels should meet the specifications for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW The specifications listed in your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for adhesive contamination...
... documentation that came with your printer for paper unless otherwise indicated. Labels should meet the specifications for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW The specifications listed in your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for adhesive contamination...
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...the printable surface on the print surface. It is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that might have a minimum...and transport of the label stock through the printer to prevent oozing and contamination, and can... during printing. If either of these processes and laser printing. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and ...laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to run several sheets of paper through the printer... Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be compatible with the heat...
...the printable surface on the print surface. It is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that might have a minimum...and transport of the label stock through the printer to prevent oozing and contamination, and can... during printing. If either of these processes and laser printing. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and ...laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to run several sheets of paper through the printer... Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be compatible with the heat...
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... poor-quality output, HP recommends using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers. The specifications listed in monochrome printers to 4.4 mils) for product-specific information. see the support documentation that provide the best performance. A transparency that is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm...
... poor-quality output, HP recommends using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers. The specifications listed in monochrome printers to 4.4 mils) for product-specific information. see the support documentation that provide the best performance. A transparency that is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm...
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... documentation for more postal customers to the surface of choice for their printers. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. offer advantages in -home businesses. The envelopes should be either an...color duplex printing has been optimized for duplex printing. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is used for the laser printer. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. and are required for the...
... documentation for more postal customers to the surface of choice for their printers. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. offer advantages in -home businesses. The envelopes should be either an...color duplex printing has been optimized for duplex printing. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is used for the laser printer. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. and are required for the...
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...Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you check the following questions to determine if the print media... is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling ...
...Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you check the following questions to determine if the print media... is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling ...
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... melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that are using is specifically designed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for sealing. q Envelopes that have a print-quality problem...
... melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that are using is specifically designed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for sealing. q Envelopes that have a print-quality problem...
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...sure that the paper is too dry or too moist. q Replace the paper in your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can build up in the printer. See your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. Chapter .... Cause Action(s) Paper is not cut to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the user paper path or be able to specification. To recover from a paper jam, follow the directions that are listed in "Guidelines for the correct output tray selection. Paper is...
...sure that the paper is too dry or too moist. q Replace the paper in your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can build up in the printer. See your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. Chapter .... Cause Action(s) Paper is not cut to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the user paper path or be able to specification. To recover from a paper jam, follow the directions that are listed in "Guidelines for the correct output tray selection. Paper is...
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... of the paper can affect the curl of the paper, the greater the curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is subjected to the heat and pressure of the fuser as well as...moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in waviness or q Print to the another output bin, for the paper that came with some printers.) q Change to reverse the direction of paper. If possible, set improperly in portrait mode (vertically...
... of the paper can affect the curl of the paper, the greater the curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is subjected to the heat and pressure of the fuser as well as...moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in waviness or q Print to the another output bin, for the paper that came with some printers.) q Change to reverse the direction of paper. If possible, set improperly in portrait mode (vertically...
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...the toner is smearing), try a different brand of the paper, the paper stock might be uneven, or the paper might not meet the specifications for example, the paper is bad. Try removing the top few sheets of paper from the paper tray or use paper from a different source...particles. The manufacturing processes can increase the amount of paper. Toner specks (background scatter) Toner speaks are black dots that came with your printer (for your printer. 28 Print-quality problems ENWW q If toner is not fusing properly (and is smearing on its surface as another ream), or try...
...the toner is smearing), try a different brand of the paper, the paper stock might be uneven, or the paper might not meet the specifications for example, the paper is bad. Try removing the top few sheets of paper from the paper tray or use paper from a different source...particles. The manufacturing processes can increase the amount of paper. Toner specks (background scatter) Toner speaks are black dots that came with your printer (for your printer. 28 Print-quality problems ENWW q If toner is not fusing properly (and is smearing on its surface as another ream), or try...