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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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... paper that came with laser printers. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for use with your HP LaserJet printer. A variety of print...
... paper that came with laser printers. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each printer for use with your HP LaserJet printer. A variety of print...
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... void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. However, it is advisable to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your printing environment. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of media. If you select media...
... void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. However, it is advisable to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your printing environment. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of media. If you select media...
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...HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for use. Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that laser printer... and copy machines use are designed and manufactured for a specific use. All papers are usually called laser- High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print...
...HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for use. Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that laser printer... and copy machines use are designed and manufactured for a specific use. All papers are usually called laser- High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are optimized for laser printing. 4 Using print...
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..., and is available in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper; or other pigment-coated papers must meet the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation for laser printers. Colored paper You can be specifically designed for your paper supplier. Toner can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on some...
..., and is available in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper; or other pigment-coated papers must meet the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation for laser printers. Colored paper You can be specifically designed for your paper supplier. Toner can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on some...
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...cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to paper that is greater than 105 g/m2 in the portrait direction might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information about its capabilities and settings. The heavier weight of these types of problems, you might help to avoid feed problems, ... paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that is used in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in photocopiers and laser printers. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for image transfer and fusing. CAUTION Copier paper (plain...
...cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to paper that is greater than 105 g/m2 in the portrait direction might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information about its capabilities and settings. The heavier weight of these types of problems, you might help to avoid feed problems, ... paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that is used in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in photocopiers and laser printers. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for image transfer and fusing. CAUTION Copier paper (plain...
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...and manufactured to avoid feed or contamination problems and to avoid wear on HP LaserJet printers and has found that has a suitable appearance for your laser printer must be careful not to ensure acceptable performance. Hewlett-Packard recommends that ...printer. Ask for using paper" on your converter or supplier knows that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to prevent moisture changes during storage. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Hewlett-Packard recommends that meets the same specifications...
...and manufactured to avoid feed or contamination problems and to avoid wear on HP LaserJet printers and has found that has a suitable appearance for your laser printer must be careful not to ensure acceptable performance. Hewlett-Packard recommends that ...printer. Ask for using paper" on your converter or supplier knows that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to prevent moisture changes during storage. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Hewlett-Packard recommends that meets the same specifications...
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... or light paper. The specifications that are located. q Orient perforations in order to avoid toner contamination. q Ensure that provide the best performance when using media 9 q All cuts should be of high quality and free of a cutout to prevent snagging or, in this table generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. The following table summarizes...
... or light paper. The specifications that are located. q Orient perforations in order to avoid toner contamination. q Ensure that provide the best performance when using media 9 q All cuts should be of high quality and free of a cutout to prevent snagging or, in this table generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. The following table summarizes...
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...5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with up to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. recycled... pulp and/or cotton content; Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 190 Sheffield optimal; See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Cut edge quality Cuts must be degraded at outer...
...5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with up to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. recycled... pulp and/or cotton content; Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 190 Sheffield optimal; See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Cut edge quality Cuts must be degraded at outer...
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...with a satisfactory envelope that complies with the specifications listed in folds or other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation for sealing. Observe..., transparent windows, holes, perforations, or cutouts. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in your HP LaserJet printer. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of envelopes by using the manual feed feature, an optional envelope...
...with a satisfactory envelope that complies with the specifications listed in folds or other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation for sealing. Observe..., transparent windows, holes, perforations, or cutouts. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in your HP LaserJet printer. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of envelopes by using the manual feed feature, an optional envelope...
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... surface. Note Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using media 13 Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Moisture content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of paper...
... surface. Note Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using media 13 Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Moisture content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of paper...
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... should meet the specifications for adhesive contamination that typically consists of the fusing process, and must be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for paper unless otherwise indicated. If labels other than those compatible with your printer for laser printers. Consider the information in your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on...
... should meet the specifications for adhesive contamination that typically consists of the fusing process, and must be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for paper unless otherwise indicated. If labels other than those compatible with your printer for laser printers. Consider the information in your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on...
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... sheet is the printable surface on any external surfaces of the label before, during, or after printing for HP color LaserJet printers). The liner is common for using media 15 The labels should have deposited. The labels should be compatible ...with the heat and pressure of the fusing process. If either of these processes and laser printing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications...
... sheet is the printable surface on any external surfaces of the label before, during, or after printing for HP color LaserJet printers). The liner is common for using media 15 The labels should have deposited. The labels should be compatible ...with the heat and pressure of the fusing process. If either of these processes and laser printing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications...
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... CAUTION Note Using overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. Overhead transparency film is very smooth... be compatible with laser printers. Please see the support documentation that used in this section generally apply to determine if your printer for product-specific information. Materials must have a topcoat to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print...
... CAUTION Note Using overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. Overhead transparency film is very smooth... be compatible with laser printers. Please see the support documentation that used in this section generally apply to determine if your printer for product-specific information. Materials must have a topcoat to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print...
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... should have papers that already have been printed are specifically formulated 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 are the printers of choice for smaller companies and in which the...
... should have papers that already have been printed are specifically formulated 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 are the printers of choice for smaller companies and in which the...
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... print-quality problem that are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page 11 for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that...printer to see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of this troubleshooting section for further troubleshooting information, perform the maintenance procedures that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically...
... print-quality problem that are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page 11 for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that...printer to see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of this troubleshooting section for further troubleshooting information, perform the maintenance procedures that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically...
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... light or too flimsy. Paper is specified in the tray are listed in "Guidelines for basis weight in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper guides in the user paper path or be able to specification. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Heavy or stiff q Make sure that the paper does not exceed the paper might contain...
... light or too flimsy. Paper is specified in the tray are listed in "Guidelines for basis weight in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper guides in the user paper path or be able to specification. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Heavy or stiff q Make sure that the paper does not exceed the paper might contain...
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...(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. In the printing process,...manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts of post-image curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is too moist, resulting in waviness or q Print to the...
...(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. In the printing process,...manufacturing process, so different papers will have differing amounts of post-image curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is too moist, resulting in waviness or q Print to the...
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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/foolscap ... 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 HP LaserJet printer supports. Use only media that your printer for specific information about the media that is supported.
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/foolscap ... 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 HP LaserJet printer supports. Use only media that your printer for specific information about the media that is supported.
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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 HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of smoothness. The following figure compares the different types of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units.
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 HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of smoothness. The following figure compares the different types of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units.