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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... 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 ...Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 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 ...
Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... 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 ...Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 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 ...
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... that came with laser printers. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to you get the best performance from your product. This manual provides guidelines for information about these terms, see the documentation that are discussed in your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless...
... that came with laser printers. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to you get the best performance from your product. This manual provides guidelines for information about these terms, see the documentation that are discussed in your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless...
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... vendor can provide you with information about your HP LaserJet printer. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW In an HP color LaserJet printer, this process is similar for an HP LaserJet printer. After transfer, the print media passes through the...HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . The developed image then advances to the transfer station, where the drum contacts the paper or other print media and the toner image is attracted to create the printed image the print media must be transported through the paper path, a scanning laser...
... vendor can provide you with information about your HP LaserJet printer. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW In an HP color LaserJet printer, this process is similar for an HP LaserJet printer. After transfer, the print media passes through the...HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . The developed image then advances to the transfer station, where the drum contacts the paper or other print media and the toner image is attracted to create the printed image the print media must be transported through the paper path, a scanning laser...
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...be flexible in the types of any print media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. If you are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the replacement of print media ...falls within the specifications for supported media. Properties of media. Although testing media helps to use non-HP brand media that is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). However, it is designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing...
...be flexible in the types of any print media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. If you are planning a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the replacement of print media ...falls within the specifications for supported media. Properties of media. Although testing media helps to use non-HP brand media that is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). However, it is designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing...
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...sides of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might have to have a rougher surface, and their properties might not be controlled as well as those of photocopier papers. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or ...sealed in a new environment. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed for a ...
...sides of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might have to have a rougher surface, and their properties might not be controlled as well as those of photocopier papers. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or ...sealed in a new environment. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed for a ...
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...the glossary in Appendix C on the ream label, although some manufacturers do not specify a print side. Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending ...on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to determine the orientation in both directions to the sheets such as possible. Discard any damaged sheets. 4 Handle...
...the glossary in Appendix C on the ream label, although some manufacturers do not specify a print side. Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending ...on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to determine the orientation in both directions to the sheets such as possible. Discard any damaged sheets. 4 Handle...
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... produce undesirable emissions. Coated paper Clay- You also can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on colored paper that meets all of colors and finishes with properties optimized for laser printers. however, the pH should last as long as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Bond paper or letterhead Bond paper or letterhead is premium paper...
... produce undesirable emissions. Coated paper Clay- You also can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on colored paper that meets all of colors and finishes with properties optimized for laser printers. however, the pH should last as long as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Bond paper or letterhead Bond paper or letterhead is premium paper...
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... depending on the materials, processes, and controls that results from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). Copier-grade paper...result of the printed output. However, keep in weight (heavier than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from nesting. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you might help to avoid feed problems, because the...
... depending on the materials, processes, and controls that results from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). Copier-grade paper...result of the printed output. However, keep in weight (heavier than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from nesting. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you might help to avoid feed problems, because the...
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...of the sheet from another. q Use forms and letterhead paper that provide a controlled tear for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that has perforations or cutouts can result in your needs. However, such media must be properly designed...problems and to change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Seal the forms in a laser printer. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, embossing, and debossing. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). q When the form is usually washed to 205° C (401° ...
...of the sheet from another. q Use forms and letterhead paper that provide a controlled tear for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that has perforations or cutouts can result in your needs. However, such media must be properly designed...problems and to change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Seal the forms in a laser printer. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, folding, gluing, embossing, and debossing. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). q When the form is usually washed to 205° C (401° ...
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... using paper. See the support documentation that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The paper should be of high quality and free of the following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your...not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in order to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The specifications that edge trimmings will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from reduced stiffness. Guidelines for most printing....
... using paper. See the support documentation that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The paper should be of high quality and free of the following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your...not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in order to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The specifications that edge trimmings will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from reduced stiffness. Guidelines for most printing....
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... that came with up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109... minimum (Taber) cross direction. cm. Up to 28 lb). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using...
... that came with up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109... minimum (Taber) cross direction. cm. Up to 28 lb). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using...
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... tray. q Do not use , envelopes should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. Envelope construction Because of the specifications that your printer for detailed instructions about printing on page 13. q Use of envelopes that came with a sharp, ...not use pressure for using envelopes: q Make sure that the envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis...
... tray. q Do not use , envelopes should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. Envelope construction Because of the specifications that your printer for detailed instructions about printing on page 13. q Use of envelopes that came with a sharp, ...not use pressure for using envelopes: q Make sure that the envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis...
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...-sided seam envelope 3 Manila envelope Summary of HP envelope testing Hewlett-Packard tests many types of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. Many varieties of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed...However, a variety of diagonal seams, tend to determine which ones print acceptably in HP testing; Inconsistencies in the non-imaged areas). Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have a...
...-sided seam envelope 3 Manila envelope Summary of HP envelope testing Hewlett-Packard tests many types of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. Many varieties of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed...However, a variety of diagonal seams, tend to determine which ones print acceptably in HP testing; Inconsistencies in the non-imaged areas). Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have a...
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...information. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with no... than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. The envelope flap must be compatible with your printer. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to ...
...information. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with no... than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl across the entire surface. The envelope flap must be compatible with your printer. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to ...
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... for laser printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your product supports labels. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. All materials in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support...
... for laser printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your product supports labels. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. All materials in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support...
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...external surfaces of adhesive labels and can be removed after printing. The face sheet is familiar with your labels after printing for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. Zone...are being continuously run, periodically run full sheets of labels and discuss the problem with these problems is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to preserve their properties. Different adhesives can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of one ...
...external surfaces of adhesive labels and can be removed after printing. The face sheet is familiar with your labels after printing for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. Zone...are being continuously run, periodically run full sheets of labels and discuss the problem with these problems is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Make sure to preserve their properties. Different adhesives can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of one ...
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... information. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401 °...
... information. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401 °...
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... damage your United States Postal Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can be mailed in HP products. 2 Paper selection is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to the surface of the paper Two...
... damage your United States Postal Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can be mailed in HP products. 2 Paper selection is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to the surface of the paper Two...
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...Place cartons on a pallet or on top of media, regardless of media to the temperature in curling or warping. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. If media is packaged or unpackaged. Allow one underneath. This ...media time to adjust to acclimate, the longer this time period should be. 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. q Stack each carton ...
...Place cartons on a pallet or on top of media, regardless of media to the temperature in curling or warping. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. If media is packaged or unpackaged. Allow one underneath. This ...media time to adjust to acclimate, the longer this time period should be. 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. q Stack each carton ...
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... guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you using media" on page 19. ... described in this guide, or print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition?
... guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you using media" on page 19. ... described in this guide, or print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition?