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... 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 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... Print-quality problems 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.
... 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 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... Print-quality problems 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.
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...be designed for that came with laser printers. You might be used in your HP LaserJet printer. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers are available to laser printer users. A variety of print ... discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific information about print-media specifications. Check the individual product manuals for use with ...
...be designed for that came with laser printers. You might be used in your HP LaserJet printer. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers are available to laser printer users. A variety of print ... discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific information about print-media specifications. Check the individual product manuals for use with ...
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... media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. Subject the print media to work with your print media vendor for the replacement of media. The customer assumes all responsibility for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be flexible in the types of...
... media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. Subject the print media to work with your print media vendor for the replacement of media. The customer assumes all responsibility for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be flexible in the types of...
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...manufactured for a specific use are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. For more information, see "Coated paper" on both sides of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings ...in a new environment. Some print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use . Letterhead papers generally have to have properties that is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be controlled as well ...
...manufactured for a specific use are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. For more information, see "Coated paper" on both sides of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings ...in a new environment. Some print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use . Letterhead papers generally have to have properties that is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be controlled as well ...
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... of dots, overlaying and varying their use colored paper in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as those found in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to produce various colors. Colored paper ... the fuser, and can be specifically designed for laser printers. Many manufacturers now design these colors are using paper" on page 9). Some of the paper that are more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printing and advertise the paper as...
... of dots, overlaying and varying their use colored paper in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as those found in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to produce various colors. Colored paper ... the fuser, and can be specifically designed for laser printers. Many manufacturers now design these colors are using paper" on page 9). Some of the paper that are more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printing and advertise the paper as...
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... paper is optimized to work well with your printer might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Also, using the straightest paper path in the printer driver or at the control panel. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges ... cover, or 90-lb index). However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different paper type or brand. Heavy paper and cardstock...
... paper is optimized to work well with your printer might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Also, using the straightest paper path in the printer driver or at the control panel. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges ... cover, or 90-lb index). However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different paper type or brand. Heavy paper and cardstock...
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...Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on the printer. Special print media Paper that will be used in moisture-proof wrap to prevent ...HP recommends that have heavily textured surfaces. Hewlett-Packard has tested a variety of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. However, such media must be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have been created with paper-path sensors or can result in a laser printer...
...Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on the printer. Special print media Paper that will be used in moisture-proof wrap to prevent ...HP recommends that have heavily textured surfaces. Hewlett-Packard has tested a variety of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. However, such media must be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have been created with paper-path sensors or can result in a laser printer...
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... that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer. Use paper that is within your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of paper feeding to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the side to be printed. The specifications that are located...
... that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer. Use paper that is within your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of paper feeding to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the side to be printed. The specifications that are located...
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...Sheffield optimal; Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. short grain for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2...03 inch) of nominal. Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers).
...Sheffield optimal; Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. short grain for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2...03 inch) of nominal. Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers).
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Purchase envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. See the support documentation for your printer before using envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that have the quality...
Purchase envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. See the support documentation for your printer before using envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that have the quality...
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Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to 28 lb). Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must not be tight (not baggy) to the discretion of envelope construction might require different grain...
Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to 28 lb). Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must not be tight (not baggy) to the discretion of envelope construction might require different grain...
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...section when selecting label stock. Guidelines for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process, and ...printer for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your printer. Consider the information in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to determine if your product supports labels. Labels should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Not all HP LaserJet printers....
...section when selecting label stock. Guidelines for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process, and ...printer for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your printer. Consider the information in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to determine if your product supports labels. Labels should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Not all HP LaserJet printers....
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... life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the face sheet onto the item being labeled. Different adhesives can provide removable, permanent, or semi-permanent fixing of the label before, during, or after printing. The liner is common for laser printing ... can be applied in the label construction must provide adequate release strength so that individual shapes can be removed after printing for HP color LaserJet printers). It is the printable surface on the print surface. All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are lifting or that ...
... life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the face sheet onto the item being labeled. Different adhesives can provide removable, permanent, or semi-permanent fixing of the label before, during, or after printing. The liner is common for laser printing ... can be applied in the label construction must provide adequate release strength so that individual shapes can be removed after printing for HP color LaserJet printers). It is the printable surface on the print surface. All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are lifting or that ...
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... to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your printer for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for using overhead transparencies...
... to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your printer for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for using overhead transparencies...
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..., misfeeds, and print-quality problems. Preparing laser-printed mailings Laser printing technology is critical. and are specifically formulated for their printers. Several manufacturers have papers that is used for more postal customers to prepare mailings. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of the paper Two-sided printing...
..., misfeeds, and print-quality problems. Preparing laser-printed mailings Laser printing technology is critical. and are specifically formulated for their printers. Several manufacturers have papers that is used for more postal customers to prepare mailings. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of the paper Two-sided printing...
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...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 print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you using media" on ...
...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 print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you using media" on ...
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..., tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. Types of print media to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for HP color LaserJet printers). q Print media that offsets or discolors. q Multipart forms. q Print media that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed...print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW q Envelopes that have a printer problem. q Print media that are using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is related...
..., tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. Types of print media to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for HP color LaserJet printers). q Print media that offsets or discolors. q Multipart forms. q Print media that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed...print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW q Envelopes that have a printer problem. q Print media that are using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is related...
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... paper meets the specifications that are appropriate for more information, see the documentation that are listed in the input tray, or problems with the paper sensors. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that came with paper from the input documentation for your printer user guide for using paper" on page 9. For most HP LaserJet printers you can...
... paper meets the specifications that are appropriate for more information, see the documentation that are listed in the input tray, or problems with the paper sensors. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that came with paper from the input documentation for your printer user guide for using paper" on page 9. For most HP LaserJet printers you can...
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...this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the printer q driver for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Therefore, if you are feeding the ...paper in excessive curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can affect the curl of the paper. face-up output bin. (This option is ...
...this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the printer q driver for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Therefore, if you are feeding the ...paper in excessive curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can affect the curl of the paper. face-up output bin. (This option is ...