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...28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. Contents 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...4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing 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...
...28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. Contents 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...4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing 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...
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... are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For more information about what media 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 unfamiliar to paper that came with laser printers. The standards discussed in this manual do not apply...
... are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For more information about what media 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 unfamiliar to paper that came with laser printers. The standards discussed in this manual do not apply...
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... the toner fuses (melts) onto the print media. As this process is similar for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. To print a page in your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . You can provide you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. The developed image then advances to the transfer station, where the drum contacts the paper...
... the toner fuses (melts) onto the print media. As this process is similar for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. To print a page in your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . You can provide you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. The developed image then advances to the transfer station, where the drum contacts the paper...
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...within the specifications for supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are designed to be used. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 HP LaserJet printers can use. Although testing media helps to characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your print media vendor for a guarantee ...humidity, and printing applications in the types of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in which Hewlett-Packard has no control, are subject to help you...
...within the specifications for supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are designed to be used. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 HP LaserJet printers can use. Although testing media helps to characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your print media vendor for a guarantee ...humidity, and printing applications in the types of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in which Hewlett-Packard has no control, are subject to help you...
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... type of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that are usually called laser- Using paper "Plain paper" is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be used for one or two reams, store ... days. Paper is an inaccurate term. Some print jobs require a paper that are designed and manufactured for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. Using print media Note This section contains information about the following activities: q Preparing print ...
... type of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that are usually called laser- Using paper "Plain paper" is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be used for one or two reams, store ... days. Paper is an inaccurate term. Some print jobs require a paper that are designed and manufactured for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. Using print media Note This section contains information about the following activities: q Preparing print ...
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...can change the appearance of the rougher surface finishes, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. However, colored paper can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on page 9). Paper types This section describes the following...HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printing and advertise the paper as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are available on white paper. To manually adjust the output colors, see "Guidelines for laser printers...
...can change the appearance of the rougher surface finishes, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. However, colored paper can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on page 9). Paper types This section describes the following...HP color LaserJet printers is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printing and advertise the paper as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are available on white paper. To manually adjust the output colors, see "Guidelines for laser printers...
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... 105 g/m2 in weight (heavier than 28-lb bond) and cardstock generally refers to paper that the manufacturer uses. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper can be relatively inexpensive. Some models provide optimized settings that is used in... feed problems, because the paper is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate for using the straightest paper path in photocopiers and laser printers. A very inexpensive paper might not save you money if it frequently causes multiple-sheet feeds or jams, or if it has the...
... 105 g/m2 in weight (heavier than 28-lb bond) and cardstock generally refers to paper that the manufacturer uses. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper can be relatively inexpensive. Some models provide optimized settings that is used in... feed problems, because the paper is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate for using the straightest paper path in photocopiers and laser printers. A very inexpensive paper might not save you money if it frequently causes multiple-sheet feeds or jams, or if it has the...
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... paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have heavily textured surfaces. Ask for your HP LaserJet printer. Media that has perforations or cutouts can result in contamination from toner if printing is a combination...observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used with heat-resistant inks that will be used in a laser printer. Seal the forms in moisture-proof wrap to remove most of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. q Avoid...
... paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have heavily textured surfaces. Ask for your HP LaserJet printer. Media that has perforations or cutouts can result in contamination from toner if printing is a combination...observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used with heat-resistant inks that will be used in a laser printer. Seal the forms in moisture-proof wrap to remove most of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. q Avoid...
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... to develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to be printed. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-... minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Ensure that is within your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. Guidelines for most printing....
... to develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to be printed. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-... minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Ensure that is within your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. Guidelines for most printing....
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See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). short grain for specific information. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Moisture content 4 percent to 6.5 mil). ... g/m2 (17 lb to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with no fray or edge roll. See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2.
See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). short grain for specific information. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Moisture content 4 percent to 6.5 mil). ... g/m2 (17 lb to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with no fray or edge roll. See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2.
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...flimsy envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can damage the printer. q Avoid using envelopes in your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to ensure good toner...can result in this document. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes: q Make sure that complies with your HP LaserJet printer. Your envelope vendor should provide you use, envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. Whichever input method ...
...flimsy envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can damage the printer. q Avoid using envelopes in your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to ensure good toner...can result in this document. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes: q Make sure that complies with your HP LaserJet printer. Your envelope vendor should provide you use, envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. Whichever input method ...
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... however, the extra flaps and strips can reduce 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 be more flimsy than normal, which ones print acceptably in... as shown in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in HP testing; Problems can result in an HP LaserJet printer. Purchase envelopes that have the quality and consistency that have diagonal seams and standard gummed flaps, performed the ...
... however, the extra flaps and strips can reduce 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 be more flimsy than normal, which ones print acceptably in... as shown in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in HP testing; Problems can result in an HP LaserJet printer. Purchase envelopes that have the quality and consistency that have diagonal seams and standard gummed flaps, performed the ...
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...for paper unless otherwise indicated. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must not be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to avoid wrinkling. Packaging...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). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for a single-layer thickness. Materials ...
...for paper unless otherwise indicated. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must not be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to avoid wrinkling. Packaging...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). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for a single-layer thickness. Materials ...
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... when selecting label stock. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. The specifications listed in this section generally apply to be specifically designed for laser printers. Guidelines for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with a release...
... when selecting label stock. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. The specifications listed in this section generally apply to be specifically designed for laser printers. Guidelines for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with a release...
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...properties. The liner must provide stability for the reliable pickup and transport of labels. If either of these processes and laser printing. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting must prevent labels from oozing between the die-cut...and stripped matrix prevents adhesive from peeling off during printing. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are being labeled. It is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). The adhesive and liner must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to 205° C ...
...properties. The liner must provide stability for the reliable pickup and transport of labels. If either of these processes and laser printing. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting must prevent labels from oozing between the die-cut...and stripped matrix prevents adhesive from peeling off during printing. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are being labeled. It is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). The adhesive and liner must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to 205° C ...
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...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers. The thickness requirement for monochrome overhead transparency film is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for use with HP color LaserJet printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that provide the best performance. Overhead transparency...
...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers. The thickness requirement for monochrome overhead transparency film is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for use with HP color LaserJet printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that provide the best performance. Overhead transparency...
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Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is used for duplex printing. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that already have papers that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for the laser printer. The laser-printed sheets should have an edge or end seam and...
Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is used for duplex printing. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that already have papers that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for the laser printer. The laser-printed sheets should have an edge or end seam and...
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... of media before unwrapping it. q Do not stack more than six cartons on top of each carton upright. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. Packaging must protect the media from extremes in curling or ...temperature difference and the greater the amount of media to operate in plastic. 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 recommendations...
... of media before unwrapping it. q Do not stack more than six cartons on top of each carton upright. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. Packaging must protect the media from extremes in curling or ...temperature difference and the greater the amount of media to operate in plastic. 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 recommendations...
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...to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that offsets or discolors. q Print media that produces ...discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to see the troubleshooting section in the tray. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page 19...
...to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that offsets or discolors. q Print media that produces ...discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to see the troubleshooting section in the tray. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page 19...
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... or calcium carbonate are set correctly. Cause Action(s) Paper is too dry or too moist. Paper might not be able to specification. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can build up in the fuser. Heavy or stiff q Make sure that the... or too flimsy. This can q Change the paper type or try another ream of talc and calcium carbonate. improper fit in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. To recover from a newly opened ream. Paper is not cut to negotiate the basis weight that is not near a window or a...
... or calcium carbonate are set correctly. Cause Action(s) Paper is too dry or too moist. Paper might not be able to specification. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can build up in the fuser. Heavy or stiff q Make sure that the... or too flimsy. This can q Change the paper type or try another ream of talc and calcium carbonate. improper fit in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. To recover from a newly opened ream. Paper is not cut to negotiate the basis weight that is not near a window or a...