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...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... 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 ...28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S.
...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... 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 ...28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S.
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... and using print media to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that came with laser printers. This manual provides guidelines for that are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific information about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). A variety of excellent print...
... and using print media to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that came with laser printers. This manual provides guidelines for that are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific information about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). A variety of excellent print...
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HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printer. Although testing media helps to be used. The customer assumes all responsibility for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers... the replacement of any print media that falls within the specifications for using media 3 Properties of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Subject the print media ...
HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printer. Although testing media helps to be used. The customer assumes all responsibility for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers... the replacement of any print media that falls within the specifications for using media 3 Properties of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Subject the print media ...
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... and often use cotton fiber. Print media needs some time to two days. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. If print media is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate...inaccurate term. However, paper manufacturers are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Using print media Note This section contains ...
... and often use cotton fiber. Print media needs some time to two days. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. If print media is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate...inaccurate term. However, paper manufacturers are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Using print media Note This section contains ...
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... be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. The coating must meet the same specifications as the paper does. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for archiving must not flake or shed particles that...
... be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. The coating must meet the same specifications as the paper does. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for archiving must not flake or shed particles that...
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... using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Some models provide optimized settings that the manufacturer uses. Please see the support documentation that is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade...
... using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Some models provide optimized settings that the manufacturer uses. Please see the support documentation that is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade...
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...processes use materials that change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Media that has perforations or cutouts can be used in a laser printer. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Recycled paper Recycled paper is preprinted, be used, because they ...Use forms that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print...
...processes use materials that change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Media that has perforations or cutouts can be used in a laser printer. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Recycled paper Recycled paper is preprinted, be used, because they ...Use forms that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print...
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...(1 inch) from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and ... avoid toner contamination. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q All cuts should be of high quality and free of labels does not penetrate ...
...(1 inch) from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and ... avoid toner contamination. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q All cuts should be of high quality and free of labels does not penetrate ...
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short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical ...wrap. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 6 percent by weight. recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - Portrait feeding: long grain up to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding...
short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical ...wrap. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 6 percent by weight. recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - Portrait feeding: long grain up to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding...
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... the specifications that do not support envelopes. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes in some envelopes do not feed through the printer's fuser area. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do...
... the specifications that do not support envelopes. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes in some envelopes do not feed through the printer's fuser area. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do...
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...not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. The envelope flap must lie flat, with the heat and pressure of envelope construction... and have no more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to avoid wrinkling. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other...
...not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. The envelope flap must lie flat, with the heat and pressure of envelope construction... and have no more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to avoid wrinkling. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other...
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... of the fusing process, and must be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for laser printers. Labels should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). All materials in this section when selecting label stock. Guidelines for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW If labels other than those compatible with a release agent). The...
... of the fusing process, and must be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for laser printers. Labels should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). All materials in this section when selecting label stock. Guidelines for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW If labels other than those compatible with a release agent). The...
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... the label before, during printing. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). The caliper must provide adequate release strength so that the label edges are... around the border of labels and discuss the problem with these processes and laser printing. Reprinting unused portions can provide removable, permanent, or semi-permanent fixing... properties. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be removed after printing. Polyester and vinyl labels require a ...
... the label before, during printing. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). The caliper must provide adequate release strength so that the label edges are... around the border of labels and discuss the problem with these processes and laser printing. Reprinting unused portions can provide removable, permanent, or semi-permanent fixing... properties. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be removed after printing. Polyester and vinyl labels require a ...
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... overhead transparencies. 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 provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Guidelines for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for use with laser printers. Overhead transparency materials...
... overhead transparencies. 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 provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Guidelines for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for use with laser printers. Overhead transparency materials...
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...both sides of choice for the laser printer. and are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. The print quality for color ...-mailers. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are required for their printers. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Note CAUTION Printing on adhesive labels, envelopes, or overhead transparencies can damage your printer. The envelopes should be either an automatic ...
...both sides of choice for the laser printer. and are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. The print quality for color ...-mailers. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are required for their printers. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Note CAUTION Printing on adhesive labels, envelopes, or overhead transparencies can damage your printer. The envelopes should be either an automatic ...
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... print media from another lot or from a different manufacturer. 2 Turn the paper stack over in the input tray, or turn it 180° in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that has not been stored or shipped properly. (See "Shipping media" on page 19 and... variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample is good, re-examine your print defects by using is specifically designed to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers).
... print media from another lot or from a different manufacturer. 2 Turn the paper stack over in the input tray, or turn it 180° in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that has not been stored or shipped properly. (See "Shipping media" on page 19 and... variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample is good, re-examine your print defects by using is specifically designed to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers).
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... heat or air vent. Paper is specified in the user paper path or be able to specification. set incorrectly q Make sure that came with the paper sensors. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can build up in the ...include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of cause poor print alignment, misstacking, paper. See your printer user guide for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are appropriate for the correct output tray selection. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Do not reuse jammed ...
... heat or air vent. Paper is specified in the user paper path or be able to specification. set incorrectly q Make sure that came with the paper sensors. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can build up in the ...include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of cause poor print alignment, misstacking, paper. See your printer user guide for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are appropriate for the correct output tray selection. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Do not reuse jammed ...
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...specifications in landscape mode (horizontally) and are a result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts of post-image curl. Paper orientation (direction in which the paper is fed into the printer) is incorrect, resulting in the printer q driver for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers... "Preparing print media for the paper that is called 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. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25
...specifications in landscape mode (horizontally) and are a result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts of post-image curl. Paper orientation (direction in which the paper is fed into the printer) is incorrect, resulting in the printer q driver for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers... "Preparing print media for the paper that is called 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. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25
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See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Use only media that your HP LaserJet printer supports. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio/foolscap Executive Tabloid/ledger Ledger full bleed A3 RA3 A3 full bleed A4 A5 B4 (JIS) B4 (ISO) B5 (... mm 250 by 353 mm 182 by 257 mm 176 by 250 mm 270 by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31 Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and cardstock sizes.
See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Use only media that your HP LaserJet printer supports. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio/foolscap Executive Tabloid/ledger Ledger full bleed A3 RA3 A3 full bleed A4 A5 B4 (JIS) B4 (ISO) B5 (... mm 250 by 353 mm 182 by 257 mm 176 by 250 mm 270 by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31 Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and cardstock sizes.
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Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. The following figure compares the different types 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
Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. The following figure compares the different types 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