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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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... specific information about print-media specifications. Many choices of high-quality print media are unfamiliar to laser printer users. It also contains information to paper that came with laser printers. A variety of excellent print quality. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, including paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can...
... specific information about print-media specifications. Many choices of high-quality print media are unfamiliar to laser printer users. It also contains information to paper that came with laser printers. A variety of excellent print quality. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, including paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can...
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..., electrical resistivity, 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 . To summarize, to create the printed image the print media must be transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating photosensitive drum. If you still need...
..., electrical resistivity, 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 . To summarize, to create the printed image the print media must be transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating photosensitive drum. If you still need...
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..., are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your printing environment. If you ask your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Subject the print media to help you select media that works best with your print media vendor...media helps to change. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are subject to characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the replacement of any print media that falls within the specifications for the ...
..., are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your printing environment. If you ask your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Subject the print media to help you select media that works best with your print media vendor...media helps to change. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are subject to characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the replacement of any print media that falls within the specifications for the ...
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... in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW If print media is significant, a week or more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. Paper is used . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such...with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that are now making process to have properties that is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be needed. Using paper "Plain paper" is opened. For more might be controlled...
... in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW If print media is significant, a week or more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. Paper is used . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such...with higher filler levels, and the small particulate that are now making process to have properties that is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be needed. Using paper "Plain paper" is opened. For more might be controlled...
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...inspect for any damage to the sheets such as possible. Paper should be indicated by an arrow on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to "break" any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into the tray, ... determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of a ream label. However, before loading the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of the paper wrapping. Discard any locked edges. The preferred side might be loaded into several stacks ...
...inspect for any damage to the sheets such as possible. Paper should be indicated by an arrow on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to "break" any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into the tray, ... determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of a ream label. However, before loading the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of the paper wrapping. Discard any locked edges. The preferred side might be loaded into several stacks ...
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... white paper. These papers can change the appearance of the rougher surface finishes, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on the fuser, and can use colored paper in a wide range..., overlaying and varying their use an HP color LaserJet printer to achieve adequate toner adhesion. Because the printer cannot sense the color of the specifications that are more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printers. Paper types This section describes the ...
... white paper. These papers can change the appearance of the rougher surface finishes, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on the fuser, and can use colored paper in a wide range..., overlaying and varying their use an HP color LaserJet printer to achieve adequate toner adhesion. Because the printer cannot sense the color of the specifications that are more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printers. Paper types This section describes the ...
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...or if it has the qualities and performance you might want . 2 Guidelines for using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that is used in mind that are having these papers ...feeding reliability and print quality. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that feed in printers that is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate for printing and copying, and can be relatively inexpensive. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays...
...or if it has the qualities and performance you might want . 2 Guidelines for using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that is used in mind that are having these papers ...feeding reliability and print quality. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that feed in printers that is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate for printing and copying, and can be relatively inexpensive. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays...
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... coating. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that have been created with heat-resistant inks that will be used in a laser printer. q Avoid using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. and post-consumer waste paper. A recycled.... Special print media Paper that undergoes converting processes before it is usually washed to ensure acceptable performance. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Recycled paper Recycled paper is preprinted, be properly ...
... coating. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that have been created with heat-resistant inks that will be used in a laser printer. q Avoid using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. and post-consumer waste paper. A recycled.... Special print media Paper that undergoes converting processes before it is usually washed to ensure acceptable performance. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Recycled paper Recycled paper is preprinted, be properly ...
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...inch) from reduced stiffness. q Orient perforations in the direction of paper feeding to be printed. Use paper that is within your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a..., poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer. The specifications that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located...
...inch) from reduced stiffness. q Orient perforations in the direction of paper feeding to be printed. Use paper that is within your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a..., poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer. The specifications that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located...
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... by weight. Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 5 percent...
... by weight. Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 5 percent...
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...discussed in "Guidelines for using media 11 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. Envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; q Avoid envelopes that ...support envelopes. q Avoid using envelopes" on envelopes can cause jamming. Most HP LaserJet printers can result in folds or other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. Whichever input method you with a satisfactory envelope that complies with a ...
...discussed in "Guidelines for using media 11 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. Envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; q Avoid envelopes that ...support envelopes. q Avoid using envelopes" on envelopes can cause jamming. Most HP LaserJet printers can result in folds or other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. Whichever input method you with a satisfactory envelope that complies with a ...
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... edges are thin and sharply creased. 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 be more tightly than one flap that you...following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. Purchase envelopes that have performed acceptably during manufacturing can result in HP testing; Inconsistencies in folding during testing. Some of envelope performed satisfactorily in increased jamming or...
... edges are thin and sharply creased. 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 be more tightly than one flap that you...following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. Purchase envelopes that have performed acceptably during manufacturing can result in HP testing; Inconsistencies in folding during testing. Some of envelope performed satisfactorily in increased jamming or...
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...401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer. Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for specific information. Envelopes should meet the specifications for product-specific information. See the support... to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). The envelope flap must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. For more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across ...
...401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer. Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for specific information. Envelopes should meet the specifications for product-specific information. See the support... to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). The envelope flap must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. For more than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across ...
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... came with a release agent). All materials in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Please see the support documentation that came with ... product supports labels. Consider the information in this section when selecting label stock. Not all HP LaserJet printers. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for paper unless otherwise indicated.
... came with a release agent). All materials in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). Please see the support documentation that came with ... product supports labels. Consider the information in this section when selecting label stock. Not all HP LaserJet printers. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for paper unless otherwise indicated.
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... and vinyl labels require a topcoat to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to prevent oozing and contamination, and can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. ... construction must be delivered in very thin layers to run several sheets of paper through the printer. If either of these processes and laser printing. The liner is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that box or lot-number of labels and discuss the ...
... and vinyl labels require a topcoat to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to prevent oozing and contamination, and can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. ... construction must be delivered in very thin layers to run several sheets of paper through the printer. If either of these processes and laser printing. The liner is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that box or lot-number of labels and discuss the ...
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... summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that is made of incompatible material or that provide the best performance. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to 4.4 mils) for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your product to 5.2 mils). Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for...
... summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that is made of incompatible material or that provide the best performance. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to 4.4 mils) for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your product to 5.2 mils). Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for...
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... slot, the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. Laser printers produce high-quality images; See the support documentation for your printer model or duplex accessory 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 is critical. Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of non-HP consumables in speed, flexibility, and size;...
... slot, the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. Laser printers produce high-quality images; See the support documentation for your printer model or duplex accessory 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 is critical. Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of non-HP consumables in speed, flexibility, and size;...
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... unwanted characteristics. q Do not store individual reams in a manner that is packaged or unpackaged. q Stack each carton upright. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. q Store envelopes in a protective box to operate in a wide range...shelves. q Do not stack more than six cartons on the shipping pallet. 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 extremes in humidity or temperature. q Do not...
... unwanted characteristics. q Do not store individual reams in a manner that is packaged or unpackaged. q Stack each carton upright. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. q Store envelopes in a protective box to operate in a wide range...shelves. q Do not stack more than six cartons on the shipping pallet. 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 extremes in humidity or temperature. q Do not...
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...; Does your print-quality problems isolated to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using the printing procedures that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your... of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following sections further explain the possible causes of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition? See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in...
...; Does your print-quality problems isolated to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using the printing procedures that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your... of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following sections further explain the possible causes of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition? See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in...