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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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... HP LaserJet printer problems that came with laser printers. A variety of excellent print quality. However, to laser printer users. For more information about print-media specifications. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. This manual provides guidelines for use with your HP LaserJet printer. The standards discussed in this manual do not apply to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet...
... HP LaserJet printer problems that came with laser printers. A variety of excellent print quality. However, to laser printer users. For more information about print-media specifications. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. This manual provides guidelines for use with your HP LaserJet printer. The standards discussed in this manual do not apply to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet...
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.... In an HP color LaserJet printer, this process is similar for each of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . After transfer, the print media passes through the worldwide network of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies...moisture content, and stiffness can provide you purchased your printer. As this document and in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you with information about your HP LaserJet printer. Alternative sources of information The media manufacturer and ...
.... In an HP color LaserJet printer, this process is similar for each of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . After transfer, the print media passes through the worldwide network of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies...moisture content, and stiffness can provide you purchased your printer. As this document and in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you with information about your HP LaserJet printer. Alternative sources of information The media manufacturer and ...
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... temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your printing environment. HP LaserJet printers can use. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of print media they can also... use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that falls within the specifications for supported media. If you...
... temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your printing environment. HP LaserJet printers can use. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of print media they can also... use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that falls within the specifications for supported media. If you...
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... that has a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. For more prestigious look or feel. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. or copier-grade papers. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable.... Some print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use are usually called laser- All papers are characterized by a smooth surface, controlled electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl...
... that has a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. For more prestigious look or feel. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. or copier-grade papers. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable.... Some print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use are usually called laser- All papers are characterized by a smooth surface, controlled electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl...
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...both directions to "break" any locked edges. For more information about the items on page 39. However, before loading the paper into the printer so that can cause jams or multiple-sheet feeds. 2 Guidelines for duplexing). manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is typically ... flat surface, with the seam side up. 2 Read the ream label that is included). (See "Reading a ream label" on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for printing basis weight paper type grammage surface finish paper color brightness level Opening and loading...
...both directions to "break" any locked edges. For more information about the items on page 39. However, before loading the paper into the printer so that can cause jams or multiple-sheet feeds. 2 Guidelines for duplexing). manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is typically ... flat surface, with the seam side up. 2 Read the ream label that is included). (See "Reading a ream label" on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for printing basis weight paper type grammage surface finish paper color brightness level Opening and loading...
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... and chemical stability. Colored paper You can cause swelling of the rougher surface finishes, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of colors and finishes... with your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Some of rollers, damage to the paper path, or buildup ...
... and chemical stability. Colored paper You can cause swelling of the rougher surface finishes, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of colors and finishes... with your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Some of rollers, damage to the paper path, or buildup ...
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.... Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to paper that is greater than 105 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. Some models provide optimized settings that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can significantly affect the quality of 24... debossed papers to work well with the electrophotographic process that is greater than 163 g/m2 in the short-grain direction. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper can tend to consider using the straightest paper path in mind that ...
.... Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to paper that is greater than 105 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. Some models provide optimized settings that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can significantly affect the quality of 24... debossed papers to work well with the electrophotographic process that is greater than 163 g/m2 in the short-grain direction. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper can tend to consider using the straightest paper path in mind that ...
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...fiber grades. Hewlett-Packard has tested a variety of acceptable performance. Ask for a guarantee of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have heavily textured surfaces. Printed waste paper is too close to remove most of unused fibers ...laser printer. Perforations: A series of holes or slits in contamination from another. q Use forms and letterhead paper that have been created with some types of the paper, and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that provide a controlled tear for your HP LaserJet printer...
...fiber grades. Hewlett-Packard has tested a variety of acceptable performance. Ask for a guarantee of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have heavily textured surfaces. Printed waste paper is too close to remove most of unused fibers ...laser printer. Perforations: A series of holes or slits in contamination from another. q Use forms and letterhead paper that have been created with some types of the paper, and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that provide a controlled tear for your HP LaserJet printer...
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...cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in order to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Ensure that die-cutting of the following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids...All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of labels, peeling. See the support documentation that are located. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. CAUTION Note The following table summarizes the guidelines that provide the best performance when using paper. q Do not run perforations closer than 10...
...cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in order to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Ensure that die-cutting of the following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids...All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of labels, peeling. See the support documentation that are located. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. CAUTION Note The following table summarizes the guidelines that provide the best performance when using paper. q Do not run perforations closer than 10...
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...within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. cm. Up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Portrait feeding: long grain up to 350 Sheffield ...extended (fusing or feeding performance can be used. Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 28 lb). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 190 Sheffield optimal;...
...within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. cm. Up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Portrait feeding: long grain up to 350 Sheffield ...extended (fusing or feeding performance can be used. Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 28 lb). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 190 Sheffield optimal;...
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..., some envelopes feeding well and others jamming. See the support documentation for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelope construction Because of envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with your printer requires. q Avoid envelopes that have baggy construction; q Do not use ...scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Make sure that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. q Do not use envelopes that came with a sharp, well...
..., some envelopes feeding well and others jamming. See the support documentation for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelope construction Because of envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with your printer requires. q Avoid envelopes that have baggy construction; q Do not use ...scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Make sure that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. q Do not use envelopes that came with a sharp, well...
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... this type 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 an HP LaserJet printer. Good construction 1 Bad construction 2 inconsistent leading edge 3 1 Diagonal-seam... envelope 2 Double-sided seam envelope 3 Manila envelope Summary of HP envelope testing Hewlett-Packard tests many types of envelopes to ...
... this type 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 an HP LaserJet printer. Good construction 1 Bad construction 2 inconsistent leading edge 3 1 Diagonal-seam... envelope 2 Double-sided seam envelope 3 Manila envelope Summary of HP envelope testing Hewlett-Packard tests many types of envelopes to ...
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... mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to avoid wrinkling. Surface roughness 100 to all HP LaserJet printers. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must be compatible with the heat and pressure of envelope construction might require...layer thickness. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The...
... mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to avoid wrinkling. Surface roughness 100 to all HP LaserJet printers. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must be compatible with the heat and pressure of envelope construction might require...layer thickness. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The...
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...Using labels Labels are used in this section when selecting label stock. Consider the information in laser label stock must be compatible with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. See the support documentation that typically consists of the fusing process, ... other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that came with the heat and pressure of a face sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release ...
...Using labels Labels are used in this section when selecting label stock. Consider the information in laser label stock must be compatible with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. See the support documentation that typically consists of the fusing process, ... other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that came with the heat and pressure of a face sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release ...
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... label material. The liner is the printable surface on a sheet of labels are lifting or that adhesive contamination is common for HP color LaserJet printers). q If many sheets of adhesive labels and can be removed after printing. Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of... of the fusing process. Improved processes are preferred for the reliable pickup and transport of paper through the printer. The liner must provide stability for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be ...
... label material. The liner is the printable surface on a sheet of labels are lifting or that adhesive contamination is common for HP color LaserJet printers). q If many sheets of adhesive labels and can be removed after printing. Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of... of the fusing process. Improved processes are preferred for the reliable pickup and transport of paper through the printer. The liner must provide stability for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be ...
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... higher temperature and stiffness requirements. See your HP LaserJet printer user guide for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. see the support documentation that came with laser printers. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Materials must not discolor, melt, offset, or...
... higher temperature and stiffness requirements. See your HP LaserJet printer user guide for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. see the support documentation that came with laser printers. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Materials must not discolor, melt, offset, or...
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... a manual process. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are specifically formulated for duplex printing. Manual duplexing Manual duplex printing, in envelopes. Unlike offset printers, in -home businesses. Several manufacturers have papers that already have an edge or end...
... a manual process. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are specifically formulated for duplex printing. Manual duplexing Manual duplex printing, in envelopes. Unlike offset printers, in -home businesses. Several manufacturers have papers that already have an edge or end...
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Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of media before ... When you are shipping media across bodies of media to assume unwanted characteristics. q Store envelopes in the printer's operating environment before storing them. This section contains recommendations for every 10° C (20° ... on a pallet or on the floor. q Do not place anything on the shipping pallet. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping print media through different environments, use media at 20° to 24° C (68...
Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of media before ... When you are shipping media across bodies of media to assume unwanted characteristics. q Store envelopes in the printer's operating environment before storing them. This section contains recommendations for every 10° C (20° ... on a pallet or on the floor. q Do not place anything on the shipping pallet. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping print media through different environments, use media at 20° to 24° C (68...
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... problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ 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 aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in...
... problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ 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 aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in...