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... 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 ...laser printers 31 Paper 31 Envelopes 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems 23 Frequent paper jams 23 Frequent multiple-sheet feeds 24 Reducing post-image curl 25 Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray areas on envelopes 27 Wrinkling...
... 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 ...laser printers 31 Paper 31 Envelopes 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems 23 Frequent paper jams 23 Frequent multiple-sheet feeds 24 Reducing post-image curl 25 Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray areas on envelopes 27 Wrinkling...
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...in the input tray, depending on page 39. The preferred side for using media 5 Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in both directions to "break" any damaged sheets... that is located on the outside of the paper wrapping and note the direction of the paper wrapping. The ream label usually lists the weight, size, quantity of paper as little as bent corners, wrinkles, nicked edges, or glue contamination. brand name paper size (bold or underline indicates grain direction) ...
...in the input tray, depending on page 39. The preferred side for using media 5 Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in both directions to "break" any damaged sheets... that is located on the outside of the paper wrapping and note the direction of the paper wrapping. The ream label usually lists the weight, size, quantity of paper as little as bent corners, wrinkles, nicked edges, or glue contamination. brand name paper size (bold or underline indicates grain direction) ...
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... of a cutout to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. 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. Guidelines for most printing. ... your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using extremely heavy or light paper. See...
... of a cutout to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. 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. Guidelines for most printing. ... your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using extremely heavy or light paper. See...
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Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. See the support documentation for using envelopes: q Make sure that the envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of paper. q Avoid envelopes that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, transparent windows, holes, perforations, or cutouts. q Do not use , envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged...
Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. See the support documentation for using envelopes: q Make sure that the envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of paper. q Avoid envelopes that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, transparent windows, holes, perforations, or cutouts. q Do not use , envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged...
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...construction quality Envelopes must be compatible with your printer for specific information. Curl Envelopes must be ...HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat, with no more than two thickness of paper... anywhere along the leading edge. Note Guidelines for using media 13 See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers...the support documentation that came with your printer. Envelopes should meet the specifications for ... for paper unless otherwise indicated. All folds must be...
...construction quality Envelopes must be compatible with your printer for specific information. Curl Envelopes must be ...HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat, with no more than two thickness of paper... anywhere along the leading edge. Note Guidelines for using media 13 See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers...the support documentation that came with your printer. Envelopes should meet the specifications for ... for paper unless otherwise indicated. All folds must be...
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...another lot or from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can severely damage the printer. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the... is poor, you have baggy construction or folds that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). q Print media that is damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly shaped. q Print media that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. q ...
...another lot or from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can severely damage the printer. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the... is poor, you have baggy construction or folds that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). q Print media that is damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly shaped. q Print media that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. q ...
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...a point at the leading-edge corners. (See the figure in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Do not exceed the 2 basis weight of envelope. Envelopes are too smooth (do not have more than two thicknesses of paper along any leading edge. Action(s) q Make sure that has no more...envelopes might be picked up from an envelope jam, follow the directions that are listed in "Envelope construction" on envelopes, or wrinkling can damage the printer. Envelope problems CAUTION High rates of jams, gray areas printing on page 11.) q Purchase envelopes that are manufactured correctly, or...
...a point at the leading-edge corners. (See the figure in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Do not exceed the 2 basis weight of envelope. Envelopes are too smooth (do not have more than two thicknesses of paper along any leading edge. Action(s) q Make sure that has no more...envelopes might be picked up from an envelope jam, follow the directions that are listed in "Envelope construction" on envelopes, or wrinkling can damage the printer. Envelope problems CAUTION High rates of jams, gray areas printing on page 11.) q Purchase envelopes that are manufactured correctly, or...
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...density setting is too light. See the documentation that are better constructed. Wrinkling Wrinkles that form in non-imaged areas) by the following envelope conditions: Cause... 11 for characteristics of good envelope construction. Folds are better constructed. High moisture content. Low-weight/low-strength paper used in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 27... envelopes that came with your environment in order to your printer. See "Envelope construction" on page 11 for characteristics of good envelope construction.
...density setting is too light. See the documentation that are better constructed. Wrinkling Wrinkles that form in non-imaged areas) by the following envelope conditions: Cause... 11 for characteristics of good envelope construction. Folds are better constructed. High moisture content. Low-weight/low-strength paper used in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 27... envelopes that came with your environment in order to your printer. See "Envelope construction" on page 11 for characteristics of good envelope construction.
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..., that has embossed areas in the HP color LaserJet printer, try HP's soft gloss and high gloss paper (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 33. Avoid using air-leak methods. gray background Paper looks gray or appears dirty because small toner particles are generally weaker than a chemical process. Equivalent values for laser printers should not discolor, melt, offset...
..., that has embossed areas in the HP color LaserJet printer, try HP's soft gloss and high gloss paper (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 33. Avoid using air-leak methods. gray background Paper looks gray or appears dirty because small toner particles are generally weaker than a chemical process. Equivalent values for laser printers should not discolor, melt, offset...
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.... stiffness How resistant print media is a quantity of 500 sheets of paper as multifunction product or multifunction printer. pre-consumer waste Material that the customer has used in HP LaserJet printers must meet the guidelines and specifications listed in Sheffield or Bekk units. ...paper to curl and wrinkling during transport and storage. Paper will absorb or lose, depending on the humidity in a low humidity environment. Most longgrain papers that are heavier than 60 g/m2 will absorb or lose moisture depending on the humidity in an HP LaserJet printer,...
.... stiffness How resistant print media is a quantity of 500 sheets of paper as multifunction product or multifunction printer. pre-consumer waste Material that the customer has used in HP LaserJet printers must meet the guidelines and specifications listed in Sheffield or Bekk units. ...paper to curl and wrinkling during transport and storage. Paper will absorb or lose, depending on the humidity in a low humidity environment. Most longgrain papers that are heavier than 60 g/m2 will absorb or lose moisture depending on the humidity in an HP LaserJet printer,...
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... 41 Gurley units 33 H heat, fuser operations of 2 temperature specifications 10 heavy paper HP 36 standard sizes 32 troubleshooting 23 using 7 high gloss laser paper, hp 36 hollow images, troubleshooting 28 HP color LaserJet printers bond paper, using 4 colored paper, using 6 information for 1 operations 2 HP LaserJet 2000 1 HP LaserJet 2686A 1 HP LaserJet 500 1 HP LaserJet Plus 1 HP LaserJet printers media designed for 36 folders, vinyl 6, 19 forms multipart, avoiding 22 preprinted...
... 41 Gurley units 33 H heat, fuser operations of 2 temperature specifications 10 heavy paper HP 36 standard sizes 32 troubleshooting 23 using 7 high gloss laser paper, hp 36 hollow images, troubleshooting 28 HP color LaserJet printers bond paper, using 4 colored paper, using 6 information for 1 operations 2 HP LaserJet 2000 1 HP LaserJet 2686A 1 HP LaserJet 500 1 HP LaserJet Plus 1 HP LaserJet printers media designed for 36 folders, vinyl 6, 19 forms multipart, avoiding 22 preprinted...
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...paper 40 torn paper 9 tough paper, hp 36 transfer, electrostatic 2 transparencies HP 37 specifications 16 troubleshooting checklist 21, 22 envelopes 22, 26 multi-feeds 24 paper jams 23 post-image curl 25 print quality 27 text quality 28 wrinkled envelopes 27 types of operations 2 thermography 8 thick paper. paper... paper HP 37 specifications 8 resistivity, electrical defined 40 paper specifications 10 transparency specifications 16 rollers, swelling of 6 rough papers 4, 6 roughness defined 43 envelope specifications 13 paper specifications 10 S Sales and Service Offices, HP 2 scanning laser...
...paper 40 torn paper 9 tough paper, hp 36 transfer, electrostatic 2 transparencies HP 37 specifications 16 troubleshooting checklist 21, 22 envelopes 22, 26 multi-feeds 24 paper jams 23 post-image curl 25 print quality 27 text quality 28 wrinkled envelopes 27 types of operations 2 thermography 8 thick paper. paper... paper HP 37 specifications 8 resistivity, electrical defined 40 paper specifications 10 transparency specifications 16 rollers, swelling of 6 rough papers 4, 6 roughness defined 43 envelope specifications 13 paper specifications 10 S Sales and Service Offices, HP 2 scanning laser...
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See curl wax pick defined 43 specifications 10 websites HP 2 ordering media 35 weight basis, equivalence tables 29 defined 39 envelope specifications 11, 13 equivalence tables 30 heavy paper 7, 23 paper specifications 10 ream label 5 windows, avoiding envelopes with 4, 6 wave. W warping, preventing 19 warranty 3 waste paper, defined 43 watermarks defined 43 papers with 11 wire side, defined 40 wrapping ream labels 5 specifications 10 storing media 19 wrinkled envelopes, troubleshooting 27 Z zone coating, adhesives 15 49
See curl wax pick defined 43 specifications 10 websites HP 2 ordering media 35 weight basis, equivalence tables 29 defined 39 envelope specifications 11, 13 equivalence tables 30 heavy paper 7, 23 paper specifications 10 ream label 5 windows, avoiding envelopes with 4, 6 wave. W warping, preventing 19 warranty 3 waste paper, defined 43 watermarks defined 43 papers with 11 wire side, defined 40 wrapping ream labels 5 specifications 10 storing media 19 wrinkled envelopes, troubleshooting 27 Z zone coating, adhesives 15 49
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...smear ...140 Loose toner ...141 Repeat defects ...141 Repeat image ...142 Misformed characters ...142 Page skew ...142 Curl or wave ...143 Wrinkles or creases ...143 Vertical white lines ...144 Tire tracks ...144 White spots on black ...145 Scattered lines ...145 Blurred print ...146 ... to a network) ...156 Order through the embedded Web server 156 Order directly through the HP Easy Printer Care software (for devices that are directly connected to a computer 156 Part numbers ...157 Paper-handling accessories 157 Print cartridge ...157 Memory ...157 Cables and interfaces ...157 Print media ...
...smear ...140 Loose toner ...141 Repeat defects ...141 Repeat image ...142 Misformed characters ...142 Page skew ...142 Curl or wave ...143 Wrinkles or creases ...143 Vertical white lines ...144 Tire tracks ...144 White spots on black ...145 Scattered lines ...145 Blurred print ...146 ... to a network) ...156 Order through the embedded Web server 156 Order directly through the HP Easy Printer Care software (for devices that are directly connected to a computer 156 Part numbers ...157 Paper-handling accessories 157 Print cartridge ...157 Memory ...157 Cables and interfaces ...157 Print media ...
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... can result in permanent damage to its default setting. CAUTION Do not change the fuser mode for rough paper. Always select Transparencies as the paper lies in the printer driver and set for all jobs rather than (or in duplexer and DUPLEX is TRAY 2. Configure Device menu... Used for transparencies. Use this mode if you are experiencing wrinkled media. When selected, RESTORE MODES resets the fuser mode for the first side (front) of available fuser modes Configures the fuser mode associated with curled paper. List of paper. Set the X1 SHIFT first. ● Y SHIFT: ...
... can result in permanent damage to its default setting. CAUTION Do not change the fuser mode for rough paper. Always select Transparencies as the paper lies in the printer driver and set for all jobs rather than (or in duplexer and DUPLEX is TRAY 2. Configure Device menu... Used for transparencies. Use this mode if you are experiencing wrinkled media. When selected, RESTORE MODES resets the fuser mode for the first side (front) of available fuser modes Configures the fuser mode associated with curled paper. List of paper. Set the X1 SHIFT first. ● Y SHIFT: ...
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... style might occur. ● Construction: Prior to wrinkle. Envelopes with double side seams Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide) . Media considerations For complete paper specifications for laser printers. When selecting envelopes, consider the following size ranges.... should use only envelopes within a box from the same manufacturer. Be sure the seam extends all HP LaserJet devices, see the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide (available at both ends of the envelopes. Envelopes Envelope construction is critical. ...
... style might occur. ● Construction: Prior to wrinkle. Envelopes with double side seams Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide) . Media considerations For complete paper specifications for laser printers. When selecting envelopes, consider the following size ranges.... should use only envelopes within a box from the same manufacturer. Be sure the seam extends all HP LaserJet devices, see the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide (available at both ends of the envelopes. Envelopes Envelope construction is critical. ...
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...tray 1 to capacity and if you use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation. See Open the printer drivers. Because this setting affects all print jobs, it is better suited for heavy paper. Transparencies Transparencies used in the product must lie flat... transparency. Card stock and heavy media You can peel off sheets with a smoothness rating of 100-180 Sheffield. Paper that is configured for feeding through a laser printer. Label construction When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component: ● Adhesives: The adhesive material should ...
...tray 1 to capacity and if you use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation. See Open the printer drivers. Because this setting affects all print jobs, it is better suited for heavy paper. Transparencies Transparencies used in the product must lie flat... transparency. Card stock and heavy media You can peel off sheets with a smoothness rating of 100-180 Sheffield. Paper that is configured for feeding through a laser printer. Label construction When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component: ● Adhesives: The adhesive material should ...
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... 145 Windows error messages 149 wrinkled paper 143 processor speed 3 ProRes 3 PS Emulation drivers 7 PS error pages problem-solving 104 settings 23 PS font list, printing 20 PS, setting as device language 28 punched paper fuser modes 25 Q quality....Printer Care 11 HP Printer Utility 93 HP Toolbox 87 HP Web Jetadmin 10 Macintosh 9, 11 settings 8, 34 supported operating systems 7 uninstalling Macintosh 10 Web sites 7 Windows 11 specifications acoustic 169 electrical 169 envelopes 52 features 3 labels 53 media 57 media sizes supported 57 operating environment 170 paper 51, 52 paper types 50 paper...
... 145 Windows error messages 149 wrinkled paper 143 processor speed 3 ProRes 3 PS Emulation drivers 7 PS error pages problem-solving 104 settings 23 PS font list, printing 20 PS, setting as device language 28 punched paper fuser modes 25 Q quality....Printer Care 11 HP Printer Utility 93 HP Toolbox 87 HP Web Jetadmin 10 Macintosh 9, 11 settings 8, 34 supported operating systems 7 uninstalling Macintosh 10 Web sites 7 Windows 11 specifications acoustic 169 electrical 169 envelopes 52 features 3 labels 53 media 57 media sizes supported 57 operating environment 170 paper 51, 52 paper types 50 paper...
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solving 143 ENWW Index 203 solving 149 software components 11 supported operating systems 7 wrinkled paper, problem- U unexpected size or type errors 116 uninstalling Macintosh software 10 UNIX carriage return settings 24 Update Now feature, drivers 8 upgrading memory... 28 warranty extended 166 print cartridge 162 product 161 transfer unit and fuser 162 watermarks 73 wavy paper, problemsolving 108, 143 Web sites customer support 163 fraud reports 96 HP Easy Printer Care 11 HP Web Jetadmin, downloading 92 Linux support 7, 152 Macintosh customer support 164 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS...
solving 143 ENWW Index 203 solving 149 software components 11 supported operating systems 7 wrinkled paper, problem- U unexpected size or type errors 116 uninstalling Macintosh software 10 UNIX carriage return settings 24 Update Now feature, drivers 8 upgrading memory... 28 warranty extended 166 print cartridge 162 product 161 transfer unit and fuser 162 watermarks 73 wavy paper, problemsolving 108, 143 Web sites customer support 163 fraud reports 96 HP Easy Printer Care 11 HP Web Jetadmin, downloading 92 Linux support 7, 152 Macintosh customer support 164 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS...
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...message 146 unexpected size or type errors 137 use message 147 trays status HP Easy Printer Care software 40 troubleshooting Alert Settings window, HP Easy Printer Care 40 blank pages 173 blurred print 188 communications 157 curled paper 172, 185 dropouts 181 duplexing 173 engine test 165 formatter test 166 ...pages 175, 185 slow printing 172 smeared toner 182 specks 180 text 173, 184, 188 tire tracks 187 trays 172 white spots 187 wrinkled paper 175, 186 two-sided printing Macintosh settings 44 two-sided printing, troubleshooting 173 type mismatch message 146 U unexpected size or type errors ...
...message 146 unexpected size or type errors 137 use message 147 trays status HP Easy Printer Care software 40 troubleshooting Alert Settings window, HP Easy Printer Care 40 blank pages 173 blurred print 188 communications 157 curled paper 172, 185 dropouts 181 duplexing 173 engine test 165 formatter test 166 ...pages 175, 185 slow printing 172 smeared toner 182 specks 180 text 173, 184, 188 tire tracks 187 trays 172 white spots 187 wrinkled paper 175, 186 two-sided printing Macintosh settings 44 two-sided printing, troubleshooting 173 type mismatch message 146 U unexpected size or type errors ...