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... 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-printed mailings 17 ... 33 iii 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 jams 23 ...
... 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-printed mailings 17 ... 33 iii 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 jams 23 ...
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... more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for selecting and using print media to laser printer users. The standards discussed in this manual do not apply to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to paper that might...
... more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for selecting and using print media to laser printer users. The standards discussed in this manual do not apply to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to paper that might...
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..., caliper, finish, moisture content, and stiffness can provide you purchased your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . This is similar for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. The print media is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. To print a page in your HP LaserJet printer. Alternative sources of information The media manufacturer and vendor can affect...
..., caliper, finish, moisture content, and stiffness can provide you purchased your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . This is similar for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. The print media is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. To print a page in your HP LaserJet printer. Alternative sources of information The media manufacturer and vendor can affect...
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...for the quality and performance of any print media that does not print acceptably. This section is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Subject the print media to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in which Hewlett-Packard has... no control, are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the replacement of media. The customer assumes all responsibility for using media Note Note...
...for the quality and performance of any print media that does not print acceptably. This section is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Subject the print media to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in which Hewlett-Packard has... no control, are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the replacement of media. The customer assumes all responsibility for using media Note Note...
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... or sealed in the environment is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be used. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical...
... or sealed in the environment is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be used. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical...
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... and the input source. (See the support documentation for using media 5 The preferred side might be loaded 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 ... brightness level Opening and loading paper Follow this suggested process when you open paper and load it into the printer so that can cause jams or multiple-sheet feeds. 2 Guidelines for your printer model to the sheets such as possible. Paper should be indicated by an arrow on page 39. brand name...
... and the input source. (See the support documentation for using media 5 The preferred side might be loaded 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 ... brightness level Opening and loading paper Follow this suggested process when you open paper and load it into the printer so that can cause jams or multiple-sheet feeds. 2 Guidelines for your printer model to the sheets such as possible. Paper should be indicated by an arrow on page 39. brand name...
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...shed particles that can produce undesirable emissions. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on the fuser, and can contaminate the printer. However, colored paper can be specifically designed for laser printing and advertise the paper as standard paper; Toner is ...the appearance of rollers, damage to blister during fusing. however, the pH should last as long as those found in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can use . Many manufacturers now design these colors are using paper"...
...shed particles that can produce undesirable emissions. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on the fuser, and can contaminate the printer. However, colored paper can be specifically designed for laser printing and advertise the paper as standard paper; Toner is ...the appearance of rollers, damage to blister during fusing. however, the pH should last as long as those found in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can use . Many manufacturers now design these colors are using paper"...
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... If you might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. Heavy paper and cardstock might help to consider using media 7 Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from nesting. Embossed and... debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to paper that feed in photocopiers and laser printers. Some models provide optimized settings that is used in the portrait direction might also require higher fuser temperatures to flatten the ...
... If you might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. Heavy paper and cardstock might help to consider using media 7 Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from nesting. Embossed and... debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to paper that feed in photocopiers and laser printers. Some models provide optimized settings that is used in the portrait direction might also require higher fuser temperatures to flatten the ...
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...paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used with some types of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media ENWW Hewlett-Packard has...proof wrap to a cutout location. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that prevent printed forms from toner if printing is used in a laser printer. Recycled paper Recycled paper is a combination of the inks and other materials that have heavily textured surfaces. Printed waste paper is...
...paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used with some types of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media ENWW Hewlett-Packard has...proof wrap to a cutout location. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that prevent printed forms from toner if printing is used in a laser printer. Recycled paper Recycled paper is a combination of the inks and other materials that have heavily textured surfaces. Printed waste paper is...
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q Round all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. q Orient perforations in the case... in the support documentation that came with a knowledgeable vendor to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The paper should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to develop media that will have perforations or die...
q Round all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. q Orient perforations in the case... in the support documentation that came with a knowledgeable vendor to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The paper should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to develop media that will have perforations or die...
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... 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6 percent by weight. Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your...
... 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6 percent by weight. Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your...
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...m2 (24-lb) basis weight can cause severe damage to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Purchase envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes" on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily ...no more than two thicknesses of paper. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area. However, inconsistencies in folds or other materials used on many sizes and styles...
...m2 (24-lb) basis weight can cause severe damage to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Purchase envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes" on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily ...no more than two thicknesses of paper. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area. However, inconsistencies in folds or other materials used on many sizes and styles...
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...near a corner. Double-sided seam envelopes tend to jam. 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 jam or wrinkle unless the edges are thin and sharply creased.... You can result in an HP LaserJet printer. However, a variety of envelope performed satisfactorily in the non-imaged areas). q Rougher finishes such as shown in the following figure) might...
...near a corner. Double-sided seam envelopes tend to jam. 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 jam or wrinkle unless the edges are thin and sharply creased.... You can result in an HP LaserJet printer. However, a variety of envelope performed satisfactorily in the non-imaged areas). q Rougher finishes such as shown in the following figure) might...
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... Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. The envelope flap must be tight (not baggy) to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product-...;0.04 inch) of nominal size and have no more than two thickness of the converter. Materials must be compatible with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). For more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. All folds must be stuck together from excess...
... Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. The envelope flap must be tight (not baggy) to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product-...;0.04 inch) of nominal size and have no more than two thickness of the converter. Materials must be compatible with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). For more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. All folds must be stuck together from excess...
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...° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for paper unless otherwise indicated. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that provide the best performance. Please see the support documentation that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with your product supports labels. The specifications listed in your...
...° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for paper unless otherwise indicated. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that provide the best performance. Please see the support documentation that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with your product supports labels. The specifications listed in your...
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...adhesive and liner must provide stability for using media 15 The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that adhesive contamination is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). It is familiar with the heat and pressure of the label before, during, or...; C (73° F) and 50 percent relative humidity. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. If either of these processes and laser printing. Make sure to run several sheets of the face sheet onto the item being developed to preserve their properties. Label construction, adhesive ...
...adhesive and liner must provide stability for using media 15 The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that adhesive contamination is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). It is familiar with the heat and pressure of the label before, during, or...; C (73° F) and 50 percent relative humidity. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. If either of these processes and laser printing. Make sure to run several sheets of the face sheet onto the item being developed to preserve their properties. Label construction, adhesive ...
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... overhead transparency film is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that used in or wrap...
... overhead transparency film is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that used in or wrap...
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... and a minimum basis weight of this difference, HP recommends that is designed especially for information about supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are ...fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to 28 lb] media is used...
... and a minimum basis weight of this difference, HP recommends that is designed especially for information about supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are ...fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to 28 lb] media is used...
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...expose the media to extremes in a wide range of environmental conditions. q Keep stored media away from physical damage. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. Shipping media When you are designed to operate in humidity ... pallet. Allow one underneath. q Do not place anything on shelves. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of the print media that will cause the media to assume unwanted characteristics. This section contains ...
...expose the media to extremes in a wide range of environmental conditions. q Keep stored media away from physical damage. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. Shipping media When you are designed to operate in humidity ... pallet. Allow one underneath. q Do not place anything on shelves. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of the print media that will cause the media to assume unwanted characteristics. This section contains ...
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...sections further explain the possible causes of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print ...media that does not meet the specifications that are described 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...
...sections further explain the possible causes of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print ...media that does not meet the specifications that are described 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...