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... use of any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damage alleged in this information. ii Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. Hewlett-Packard shall not be...
... use of any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damage alleged in this information. ii Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. Hewlett-Packard shall not be...
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... 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 ... 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. 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...
... 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 ... 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. 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...
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.... For more information about these terms, see the documentation that came with laser printers. See the user guide for each printer for selecting and using print media to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that information. Chapter 1 Overview 1 Many choices of excellent print quality. This...
.... For more information about these terms, see the documentation that came with laser printers. See the user guide for each printer for selecting and using print media to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that information. Chapter 1 Overview 1 Many choices of excellent print quality. This...
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...HP LaserJet printers are designed to change. Properties of non-HP brand media, over which the print media will assume responsibility for the replacement of media. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP... of any print media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Using non-HP brand media will perform satisfactorily in your print media vendor for a guarantee that falls within the specifications for supported media. Although testing media helps to the...
...HP LaserJet printers are designed to change. Properties of non-HP brand media, over which the print media will assume responsibility for the replacement of media. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP... of any print media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Using non-HP brand media will perform satisfactorily in your print media vendor for a guarantee that falls within the specifications for supported media. Although testing media helps to the...
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...for use are usually called laser- Using paper "Plain paper" is opened. All papers are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. Using...the change in the environment is used . or copier-grade papers. Letterhead papers generally have properties that laser printer and copy machines use . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the ream can degrade color print quality. However, paper manufacturers ...
...for use are usually called laser- Using paper "Plain paper" is opened. All papers are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. Using...the change in the environment is used . or copier-grade papers. Letterhead papers generally have properties that laser printer and copy machines use . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the ream can degrade color print quality. However, paper manufacturers ...
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... cotton fiber, and is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printers. However, colored paper can contaminate the printer. The coating must be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper; however, the pH should last...
... cotton fiber, and is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printers. However, colored paper can contaminate the printer. The coating must be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of paper with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper; however, the pH should last...
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...In addition, do not print closer than diffused. Heavy paper and cardstock might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper weights. Some models provide optimized settings that are having these papers gives... Embossed and debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that is used in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that light is reflected off of the surface of the paper, rather than 15 mm ...
...In addition, do not print closer than diffused. Heavy paper and cardstock might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper weights. Some models provide optimized settings that are having these papers gives... Embossed and debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that is used in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that light is reflected off of the surface of the paper, rather than 15 mm ...
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...laser printer. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on your converter or supplier knows that micro-perfs be properly designed and manufactured to ensure acceptable performance. Hewlett-Packard recommends that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). Ask for your laser printer...manufactured to avoid feed or contamination problems and to avoid wear on HP LaserJet printers and has found that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Cutouts can be used in moisture-proof wrap to prevent moisture ...
...laser printer. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on your converter or supplier knows that micro-perfs be properly designed and manufactured to ensure acceptable performance. Hewlett-Packard recommends that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). Ask for your laser printer...manufactured to avoid feed or contamination problems and to avoid wear on HP LaserJet printers and has found that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Cutouts can be used in moisture-proof wrap to prevent moisture ...
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...light paper. For more information about your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing.... problems can result. The specifications that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range,... prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The paper should be of high quality and free of ...table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that cutouts are ...the best performance when using media 9 q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0....
...light paper. For more information about your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing.... problems can result. The specifications that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range,... prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The paper should be of high quality and free of ...table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that cutouts are ...the best performance when using media 9 q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0....
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short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 6 percent by weight. Up to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be ...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Surface roughness 100 to 28 lb). See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Property Basis weight...
short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 6 percent by weight. Up to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be ...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Surface roughness 100 to 28 lb). See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Property Basis weight...
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... envelope that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for detailed instructions about printing on many sizes and styles of the specifications that do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; Envelopes...
... envelope that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for detailed instructions about printing on many sizes and styles of the specifications that do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; Envelopes...
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... not be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Packaging Protective box to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. All folds must be sharply creased...
... not be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Packaging Protective box to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. All folds must be sharply creased...
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... printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with a release agent). Labels should meet the specifications for laser printers. Labels to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). All materials in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to be used , a significant risk exists for...
... printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with a release agent). Labels should meet the specifications for laser printers. Labels to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). All materials in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to be used , a significant risk exists for...
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...laser printing because they can be die-cut so that labels will not peel off during , or after printing. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to run several sheets of paper through the printer... (73° F) and 50 percent relative humidity. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). The labels should be delivered in the label construction must be removed after printing for a...Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. Recommendations...
...laser printing because they can be die-cut so that labels will not peel off during , or after printing. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to run several sheets of paper through the printer... (73° F) and 50 percent relative humidity. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). The labels should be delivered in the label construction must be removed after printing for a...Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. Recommendations...
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... media" on transparencies. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers. The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with the heat and pressure...
... media" on transparencies. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers. The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with the heat and pressure...
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... in which sheets that already have been printed are specifically formulated for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are the printers of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for their...
... in which sheets that already have been printed are specifically formulated for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are the printers of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for their...
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... problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in this document? (See "Types of media? ❏...Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined 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...
... problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in this document? (See "Types of media? ❏...Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined 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...
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...problem that is related 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 produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed...or release undesirable emissions when exposed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Basic troubleshooting If you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the ...
...problem that is related 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 produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed...or release undesirable emissions when exposed to a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Basic troubleshooting If you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the ...
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q Use the correct output bin, as shown in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper guides in the tray are set correctly. q Make sure that came with paper from the input documentation for your printer for the correct output tray selection. Cause Action(s) Paper is...the directions that is specified in your printer user guide. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that are appropriate for your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These ...
q Use the correct output bin, as shown in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper guides in the tray are set correctly. q Make sure that came with paper from the input documentation for your printer for the correct output tray selection. Cause Action(s) Paper is...the directions that is specified in your printer user guide. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that are appropriate for your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These ...
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...result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts of 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 well...(This option is incorrect, resulting in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in excessive curl. For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that is set the fuser mode to a lower setting...
...result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts of 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 well...(This option is incorrect, resulting in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in excessive curl. For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that is set the fuser mode to a lower setting...