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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 paper 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 ... Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. 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...
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 paper 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 ... Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. 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...
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... by poor-quality print media. However, to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for use with your HP LaserJet printer. You might be used in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). This manual provides guidelines for...
... by poor-quality print media. However, to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for use with your HP LaserJet printer. You might be used in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). This manual provides guidelines for...
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.... Properties of print media they can also use non-HP brand media that is advisable to be used. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that falls within the specifications for supported media. Subject the print media to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Hewlett-Packard recommends that...
.... Properties of print media they can also use non-HP brand media that is advisable to be used. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that falls within the specifications for supported media. Subject the print media to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Hewlett-Packard recommends that...
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...new environment. For larger quantities or if the change in the ream can degrade color print quality. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. Using print media Note This section contains information about the following activities: q Preparing print media for use q Using paper q...the environment is an inaccurate term. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it will print black satisfactorily on many ...
...new environment. For larger quantities or if the change in the ream can degrade color print quality. All papers are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. Using print media Note This section contains information about the following activities: q Preparing print media for use q Using paper q...the environment is an inaccurate term. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it will print black satisfactorily on many ...
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... that meets all of the rougher surface finishes, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Many manufacturers now design these colors are more information about your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can contaminate the printer. These papers can be specifically designed for colored paper. When these grades of your paper...
... that meets all of the rougher surface finishes, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Many manufacturers now design these colors are more information about your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can contaminate the printer. These papers can be specifically designed for colored paper. When these grades of your paper...
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... and performance you might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information about its capabilities and settings. In addition, do not print closer than diffused. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of ...the paper, rather than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Please see the support documentation that is used in the short-grain direction. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific...
... and performance you might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information about its capabilities and settings. In addition, do not print closer than diffused. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of ...the paper, rather than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Please see the support documentation that is used in the short-grain direction. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific...
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...papers that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on the printer. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. q Avoid using offset powders or other... can be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that you make sure your needs. Media that undergoes converting processes before it is used in media that change the moisture content of recycled copier papers on your laser printer must be properly designed and...
...papers that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on the printer. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. q Avoid using offset powders or other... can be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that you make sure your needs. Media that undergoes converting processes before it is used in media that change the moisture content of recycled copier papers on your laser printer must be properly designed and...
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... using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using paper. The specifications that came with your printer. See the support documentation that are located. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q All cuts should be clean (no...
... using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using paper. The specifications that came with your printer. See the support documentation that are located. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q All cuts should be clean (no...
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...135 g/m2. recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 190 Sheffield optimal; Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 135 g/m2 (36...). Portrait feeding: long grain up to 6 percent by weight. Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Moisture content 4 percent to 5 percent groundwood...
...135 g/m2. recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 190 Sheffield optimal; Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 135 g/m2 (36...). Portrait feeding: long grain up to 6 percent by weight. Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Moisture content 4 percent to 5 percent groundwood...
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... to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for sealing. Whichever input method you with a satisfactory envelope that came with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for your printer before using envelopes in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelope construction Because of their construction, some envelopes feeding well and others jamming. q Avoid using flimsy envelopes that have...
... to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for sealing. Whichever input method you with a satisfactory envelope that came with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for your printer before using envelopes in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Envelope construction Because of their construction, some envelopes feeding well and others jamming. q Avoid using flimsy envelopes that have...
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...specific information. Grain Different types of nominal size and have no more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to 5.5 mil) for HP color LaserJet printers...Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must lie flat, with your printer for best performance, which is applied). Materials must not be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or ...
...specific information. Grain Different types of nominal size and have no more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to 5.5 mil) for HP color LaserJet printers...Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must lie flat, with your printer for best performance, which is applied). Materials must not be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or ...
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... emissions when heated to determine if your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for laser printers. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that can severely damage your printer. Consider the information in laser label stock must be compatible with the...
... emissions when heated to determine if your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for laser printers. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that can severely damage your printer. Consider the information in laser label stock must be compatible with the...
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... being labeled. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. Polyester...paper, polyester, and vinyl. It is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that adhesive contamination is the printable surface... matrix prevents adhesive from peeling off during printing. The liner is common for laser printing because they can be applied in the label construction must be removed after...
... being labeled. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. Polyester...paper, polyester, and vinyl. It is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that adhesive contamination is the printable surface... matrix prevents adhesive from peeling off during printing. The liner is common for laser printing because they can be applied in the label construction must be removed after...
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... provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers; The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your product supports transparencies. Photocopy transparency film might not be compatible with laser printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your HP LaserJet printer user guide for use with laser printers because of incompatible material or that is...
... provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers; The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your product supports transparencies. Photocopy transparency film might not be compatible with laser printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your HP LaserJet printer user guide for use with laser printers because of incompatible material or that is...
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... duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is recommended.) Duplexing on adhesive labels, envelopes, or overhead transparencies can damage your United States Postal Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as ...HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to the surface of the paper. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Because of this difference, HP recommends that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. For specific...
... duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is recommended.) Duplexing on adhesive labels, envelopes, or overhead transparencies can damage your United States Postal Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as ...HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to the surface of the paper. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Because of this difference, HP recommends that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. For specific...
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...using information from a different manufacturer. 2 Turn the paper stack over in the input tray, or turn it 180° in your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you have clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. See the support documentation for... emissions or melts when exposed to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your printer to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is...
...using information from a different manufacturer. 2 Turn the paper stack over in the input tray, or turn it 180° in your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you have clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. See the support documentation for... emissions or melts when exposed to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your printer to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is...
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... are not well-bound to specification. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 tray. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper is not cut to the paper fibers, they can build up from a newly opened ream. See the user documentation for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Frequent paper jams...the paper might contain higher filler levels of multiple-sheet feeds, and post-image curl. q Use a lighter-weight paper. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that is too light or too flimsy. set incorrectly q Make sure ...
... are not well-bound to specification. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 tray. q Manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper is not cut to the paper fibers, they can build up from a newly opened ream. See the user documentation for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Frequent paper jams...the paper might contain higher filler levels of multiple-sheet feeds, and post-image curl. q Use a lighter-weight paper. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that is too light or too flimsy. set incorrectly q Make sure ...
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...moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Paper orientation (direction in which... moisture content of the paper. In the printing process, the paper 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 subjected to the heat and pressure of the fuser as ...
...moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Paper orientation (direction in which... moisture content of the paper. In the printing process, the paper 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 subjected to the heat and pressure of the fuser as ...
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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. 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. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio... 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
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. 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. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio... 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
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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 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.