HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
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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 ... 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 23 Frequent paper jams 23...
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 ... 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 23 Frequent paper jams 23...
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... stiff in photocopiers and laser printers. CAUTION Copier paper (plain paper) Although copier paper is often referred to as a result of poor pickup from nesting. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input ... optimized properties can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier bond weights of the fuser can be relatively inexpensive. The heat of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness ...
... stiff in photocopiers and laser printers. CAUTION Copier paper (plain paper) Although copier paper is often referred to as a result of poor pickup from nesting. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input ... optimized properties can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier bond weights of the fuser can be relatively inexpensive. The heat of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness ...
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...table generally apply to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the side to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that came with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that are ... should be printed. Use paper that is within your printer. The paper should be clean (no burrs) and free of a cutout to avoid toner contamination. q Ensure that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of paper feeding to...
...table generally apply to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the side to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that came with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that are ... should be printed. Use paper that is within your printer. The paper should be clean (no burrs) and free of a cutout to avoid toner contamination. q Ensure that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of paper feeding to...
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...offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 190 Sheffield optimal; recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6.5 mil). See the support documentation ... information. Up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross ...
...offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 190 Sheffield optimal; recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6.5 mil). See the support documentation ... information. Up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross ...
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...that are discussed in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). 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. Your envelope vendor should provide you use pressure for your printer before using envelopes that have thick..., nicked, or otherwise damaged. q Avoid envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can result in your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using envelopes in some envelopes do not support envelopes.
...that are discussed in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). 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. Your envelope vendor should provide you use pressure for your printer before using envelopes that have thick..., nicked, or otherwise damaged. q Avoid envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can result in your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using envelopes in some envelopes do not support envelopes.
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... result in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in poor fusing. Inconsistencies in an HP LaserJet printer. Double-sided seam envelopes tend to be more tightly than one flap that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope... flimsy than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). q Envelopes that have a peel-off adhesive strip, or that have a basis weight greater than diagonal-seam envelopes. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Problems can result in the non-imaged areas).
... result in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in poor fusing. Inconsistencies in an HP LaserJet printer. Double-sided seam envelopes tend to be more tightly than one flap that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope... flimsy than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). q Envelopes that have a peel-off adhesive strip, or that have a basis weight greater than diagonal-seam envelopes. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Problems can result in the non-imaged areas).
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... 28 lb). Packaging Protective box to 200 Sheffield. Property 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 product-specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Moisture...
... 28 lb). Packaging Protective box to 200 Sheffield. Property 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 product-specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Moisture...
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... the laser printer. Unlike offset printers, in envelopes. Because of this difference, HP recommends that is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for their printers. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that...Laser printers produce high-quality images; The laser-printed sheets should have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer. and are fed again into the paper, laser printers...
... the laser printer. Unlike offset printers, in envelopes. Because of this difference, HP recommends that is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for their printers. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that...Laser printers produce high-quality images; The laser-printed sheets should have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer. and are fed again into the paper, laser printers...
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...weight less than 60 2 g/m (16 lb) or greater than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). q Print media that melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers..., or heavily embossed. Types of print media 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 good, re-examine your envelope and...
...weight less than 60 2 g/m (16 lb) or greater than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). q Print media that melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or release undesirable emissions when exposed to see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers..., or heavily embossed. Types of print media 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 good, re-examine your envelope and...
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...the input documentation for basis weight in the unit with paper from a newly opened ream. See your printer. q Use a lighter-weight paper. Paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. Paper might not be picked up in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. If the... talc or calcium carbonate are appropriate for your printer user guide for your printer. improper fit in your printer user guide. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are not well-bound to negotiate the basis weight that the ...
...the input documentation for basis weight in the unit with paper from a newly opened ream. See your printer. q Use a lighter-weight paper. Paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. Paper might not be picked up in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. If the... talc or calcium carbonate are appropriate for your printer user guide for your printer. improper fit in your printer user guide. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are not well-bound to negotiate the basis weight that the ...
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...of jams, gray areas printing on page 11.) q Purchase envelopes that are too smooth (do not have sharp edges. Do not exceed the 2 basis weight of envelope. q Change to a different type of 105 g/m (28 lb). Cause Envelopes are wrinkled, bent, or curled. Stiff or heavy envelopes cannot... the leading edge of a pen or pencil over the envelope edges to a point at the leading-edge corners. (See the figure in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Envelopes are manufactured correctly, or run the side of the envelope with envelopes. The folded layers of jams. However, if the envelope...
...of jams, gray areas printing on page 11.) q Purchase envelopes that are too smooth (do not have sharp edges. Do not exceed the 2 basis weight of envelope. q Change to a different type of 105 g/m (28 lb). Cause Envelopes are wrinkled, bent, or curled. Stiff or heavy envelopes cannot... the leading edge of a pen or pencil over the envelope edges to a point at the leading-edge corners. (See the figure in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Envelopes are manufactured correctly, or run the side of the envelope with envelopes. The folded layers of jams. However, if the envelope...
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...quality, or excessive mechanical wear to the printer. Paper that has been cut to the reflectance and whiteness of a sheet of paper sizes. brightness Brightness refers to the basic size. It is closely associated with paper weight but not directly associated, because some papers... is a specified size for example, 594 mm). For optimum performance of your HP LaserJet printer, use paper that is suitable for printing in your printer, test it before purchasing large quantities. Basis weight is an important characteristic of paper. composition Composition (furnish) is the mixture of...
...quality, or excessive mechanical wear to the printer. Paper that has been cut to the reflectance and whiteness of a sheet of paper sizes. brightness Brightness refers to the basic size. It is closely associated with paper weight but not directly associated, because some papers... is a specified size for example, 594 mm). For optimum performance of your HP LaserJet printer, use paper that is suitable for printing in your printer, test it before purchasing large quantities. Basis weight is an important characteristic of paper. composition Composition (furnish) is the mixture of...
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Printed output on your HP LaserJet printer. For best results, use a smooth paper. fusing compatibility Compatibility of the sheet). grammage Grammage is the metric standard for specifying paper weight and is specifically designed to work with the long edge of print media used to make ...Comparisons of a print-quality problem. Paper for other additives, that has embossed areas in grams per square meter. Equivalent values for laser printers should not discolor, melt, offset, release undesirable emissions, or break down in any way when exposed to use a glossy paper ...
Printed output on your HP LaserJet printer. For best results, use a smooth paper. fusing compatibility Compatibility of the sheet). grammage Grammage is the metric standard for specifying paper weight and is specifically designed to work with the long edge of print media used to make ...Comparisons of a print-quality problem. Paper for other additives, that has embossed areas in grams per square meter. Equivalent values for laser printers should not discolor, melt, offset, release undesirable emissions, or break down in any way when exposed to use a glossy paper ...
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... trimmings, envelope cuttings, business forms, or unsold books or magazines. pre-consumer waste Material that the customer has used in HP LaserJet printers must meet the guidelines and specifications listed in reams. simplex Printing on the humidity in a low humidity environment. Print media ...paper, mail, used with paper weight. 42 ENWW photocopy paper See copier paper. The moisture content of paper has a great effect on the humidity in an HP LaserJet printer, because adequate packaging maintains the correct level of the printer. post-consumer waste Manufactured material...
... trimmings, envelope cuttings, business forms, or unsold books or magazines. pre-consumer waste Material that the customer has used in HP LaserJet printers must meet the guidelines and specifications listed in reams. simplex Printing on the humidity in a low humidity environment. Print media ...paper, mail, used with paper weight. 42 ENWW photocopy paper See copier paper. The moisture content of paper has a great effect on the humidity in an HP LaserJet printer, because adequate packaging maintains the correct level of the printer. post-consumer waste Manufactured material...
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...sizes, defined 39 automatic duplexing 17 B background particles, troubleshooting 27, 28 bar coding 18 basic size, defined 39 basis weight defined 39 envelope specifications 13 equivalence tables 29, 30 paper specifications 10 Bekk units 33 Bendtsen units 33 bond grade 29,...22 chemical stability specifications 6 clasps, avoiding envelopes with 11 clay coated papers 6 coated papers 6, 22 cockle finishes 6 color laser paper, hp 35 color LaserJet transparencies, hp 37 colored paper 6 composition defined 39 specifications 10 conditioning media 4, 19 converted media 8 copier-grade paper 7, 39 cotton ...
...sizes, defined 39 automatic duplexing 17 B background particles, troubleshooting 27, 28 bar coding 18 basic size, defined 39 basis weight defined 39 envelope specifications 13 equivalence tables 29, 30 paper specifications 10 Bekk units 33 Bendtsen units 33 bond grade 29,...22 chemical stability specifications 6 clasps, avoiding envelopes with 11 clay coated papers 6 coated papers 6, 22 cockle finishes 6 color laser paper, hp 35 color LaserJet transparencies, hp 37 colored paper 6 composition defined 39 specifications 10 conditioning media 4, 19 converted media 8 copier-grade paper 7, 39 cotton ...
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... laser paper, hp 36 hollow images, troubleshooting 28 HP color LaserJet printers bond paper, using 4 colored paper, using 6 information for 1 operations 2 HP LaserJet 2000 1 HP LaserJet 2686A 1 HP LaserJet 500 1 HP LaserJet Plus 1 HP LaserJet printers media designed for 1 operations 2 HP media, ordering 35 HP Monochrome LaserJet printers 1 HP Sales and Service Offices 2 HP ... troubleshooting 27 environments acclimating media 4, 19 storing media 19 equivalence tables basis weight 29 envelope size 32 paper size 31 smoothness 33 weight 30 F face sheets, label 15, 40 fanning paper 5 feeding problems...
... laser paper, hp 36 hollow images, troubleshooting 28 HP color LaserJet printers bond paper, using 4 colored paper, using 6 information for 1 operations 2 HP LaserJet 2000 1 HP LaserJet 2686A 1 HP LaserJet 500 1 HP LaserJet Plus 1 HP LaserJet printers media designed for 1 operations 2 HP media, ordering 35 HP Monochrome LaserJet printers 1 HP Sales and Service Offices 2 HP ... troubleshooting 27 environments acclimating media 4, 19 storing media 19 equivalence tables basis weight 29 envelope size 32 paper size 31 smoothness 33 weight 30 F face sheets, label 15, 40 fanning paper 5 feeding problems...
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... ream 5 laid finishes 6 landscape orientation 25 laser-grade paper 7 LaserJet 2000 1 LaserJet 2686A 1 LaserJet 500 1 LaserJet Monochrome printers 1 LaserJet monochrome transparencies, hp 37 LaserJet paper, hp 36 LaserJet Plus 1 LaserJet printers media designed for 1 operations 2 lasers, operations of 2 letterhead HP papers 36 specifications 8 types of 4, 6... 31 weight equivalence table 30 MFP, defined 42 mils, defined 42 misalignment, troubleshooting 23 moisture content, defined 42 envelope specifications 13 paper specifications 10 Monochrome printers 1 monochrome transparencies, hp 37 multi...
... ream 5 laid finishes 6 landscape orientation 25 laser-grade paper 7 LaserJet 2000 1 LaserJet 2686A 1 LaserJet 500 1 LaserJet Monochrome printers 1 LaserJet monochrome transparencies, hp 37 LaserJet paper, hp 36 LaserJet Plus 1 LaserJet printers media designed for 1 operations 2 lasers, operations of 2 letterhead HP papers 36 specifications 8 types of 4, 6... 31 weight equivalence table 30 MFP, defined 42 mils, defined 42 misalignment, troubleshooting 23 moisture content, defined 42 envelope specifications 13 paper specifications 10 Monochrome printers 1 monochrome transparencies, hp 37 multi...
HP LaserJet 2400 Series - Software Technical Reference (External)
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... and scope Table 1-1 Features of the HP LaserJet 2410, 2420, and 2430 printers (continued) Feature Model Specifications Fonts ■ 66 default TrueType fonts installed with weights from 60 g/m2 to 199 g/m2 (16 lb to 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches) in size. ■ Prints on...labels, transparencies, and envelopes. ■ 250-sheet paper tray (Tray 2) ■ Optional 500-sheet paper tray (Tray 3); standard on HP LaserJet 2420d, 2420dn and 2430dtn printers ■ 250-sheet face-down output bin Accessories ■ 100-pin DDR memory DIMM (dual inline memory module) ■ Optional 500...
... and scope Table 1-1 Features of the HP LaserJet 2410, 2420, and 2430 printers (continued) Feature Model Specifications Fonts ■ 66 default TrueType fonts installed with weights from 60 g/m2 to 199 g/m2 (16 lb to 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches) in size. ■ Prints on...labels, transparencies, and envelopes. ■ 250-sheet paper tray (Tray 2) ■ Optional 500-sheet paper tray (Tray 3); standard on HP LaserJet 2420d, 2420dn and 2430dtn printers ■ 250-sheet face-down output bin Accessories ■ 100-pin DDR memory DIMM (dual inline memory module) ■ Optional 500...
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...for supported sizes. Using media that does not meet HP specifications can vary depending on media weight and thickness, as well as cut-sheet paper, including up to 250 (Sheffield). 34 Chapter 1 Printer basics ENWW To print on custom-size paper see ...weight, composition, grain, and moisture content are outlined in this manual and still not produce satisfactory results. Paper that does not meet all of media, make sure that it meets the requirements that affect printer performance and output quality. Before purchasing large quantities of the guidelines in the HP LaserJet Printer...
...for supported sizes. Using media that does not meet HP specifications can vary depending on media weight and thickness, as well as cut-sheet paper, including up to 250 (Sheffield). 34 Chapter 1 Printer basics ENWW To print on custom-size paper see ...weight, composition, grain, and moisture content are outlined in this manual and still not produce satisfactory results. Paper that does not meet all of media, make sure that it meets the requirements that affect printer performance and output quality. Before purchasing large quantities of the guidelines in the HP LaserJet Printer...
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... sure that is included only with the HP LaserJet 2420d, 2420dn, and 2430dtn printers. 2The printer supports a wide range of sizes. Built-in duplexer is less than 178 mm (7 inches) long. To print on custom-size paper see Printing on media weight and thickness, as well as environmental conditions.... Selecting print media 35 NOTE ENWW You might be caused by paper that has been affected by environmental conditions. See the printer software for supported sizes. These jams might...
... sure that is included only with the HP LaserJet 2420d, 2420dn, and 2430dtn printers. 2The printer supports a wide range of sizes. Built-in duplexer is less than 178 mm (7 inches) long. To print on custom-size paper see Printing on media weight and thickness, as well as environmental conditions.... Selecting print media 35 NOTE ENWW You might be caused by paper that has been affected by environmental conditions. See the printer software for supported sizes. These jams might...