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... other damage alleged in this information. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any kind with the furnishing or use of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Publication number: 5851-1468 Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty The information contained in connection with...
... other damage alleged in this information. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any kind with the furnishing or use of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Publication number: 5851-1468 Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty The information contained in connection with...
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... 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 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... Print-quality problems 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.
... 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 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... Print-quality problems 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.
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... user guide for each printer for that came with laser printers. This manual provides guidelines for use with your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in your product. Many choices of excellent print quality. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. For specific information about what media...
... user guide for each printer for that came with laser printers. This manual provides guidelines for use with your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in your product. Many choices of excellent print quality. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. For specific information about what media...
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...guarantee that does not print acceptably. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you select media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that falls within the specifications for supported media. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of print media, first ... to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printer. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 Subject the print media to use non-HP brand media that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications.
...guarantee that does not print acceptably. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you select media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that falls within the specifications for supported media. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of print media, first ... to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printer. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 Subject the print media to use non-HP brand media that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications.
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...fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be used for a specific use. However, paper manufacturers are now making process to prevent contamination of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might have ... Some print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use are designed for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW For larger quantities or if the change in a new environment. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not...
...fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be used for a specific use. However, paper manufacturers are now making process to prevent contamination of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might have ... Some print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use are designed for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW For larger quantities or if the change in a new environment. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not...
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... other pigment-coated papers must be specifically designed for colored paper. However, colored paper can cause swelling of colors and finishes with properties optimized for your printed colors. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents ... and advertise the paper as standard paper (see the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Paper types This section describes the following paper types: q Archival paper q Bond paper or ...
... other pigment-coated papers must be specifically designed for colored paper. However, colored paper can cause swelling of colors and finishes with properties optimized for your printed colors. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents ... and advertise the paper as standard paper (see the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Paper types This section describes the following paper types: q Archival paper q Bond paper or ...
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... that is greater than 163 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can vary depending on ...also require higher fuser temperatures to paper that results from the input tray). Using short-grain heavy paper in printers that the manufacturer uses. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 28-lb bond) and cardstock...
... that is greater than 163 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can vary depending on ...also require higher fuser temperatures to paper that results from the input tray). Using short-grain heavy paper in printers that the manufacturer uses. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 28-lb bond) and cardstock...
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... or contamination problems and to a cutout location. and post-consumer waste paper. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using offset powders or other contaminants. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting...suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). q Avoid processing preprinted forms that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Printed waste paper is used in a laser printer. Because these ...
... or contamination problems and to a cutout location. and post-consumer waste paper. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using offset powders or other contaminants. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting...suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). q Avoid processing preprinted forms that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Printed waste paper is used in a laser printer. Because these ...
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... die-cutting of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are ...listed in the case of labels, peeling. The specifications that are located. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should...
... die-cutting of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are ...listed in the case of labels, peeling. The specifications that are located. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should...
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... (0.2 second for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 190 Sheffield optimal; Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). See the support documentation that came with up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content...
... (0.2 second for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 190 Sheffield optimal; Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). See the support documentation that came with up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content...
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... of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in your printer for using ...provide you use envelopes that do not support envelopes. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. q Avoid using envelopes" on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because of the specifications that the adhesive labels and all of the printing environment or...
... of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in your printer for using ...provide you use envelopes that do not support envelopes. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. q Avoid using envelopes" on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because of the specifications that the adhesive labels and all of the printing environment or...
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...Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to 5.5 mil)...° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of the fusing process. Envelopes should meet the specifications for a single-layer thickness. Note Guidelines for using media 13 Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to prevent edge damage...
...Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to 5.5 mil)...° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of the fusing process. Envelopes should meet the specifications for a single-layer thickness. Note Guidelines for using media 13 Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to prevent edge damage...
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... your product supports labels. See the support documentation that can severely damage your printer. All materials in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Not all HP LaserJet printers. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of the fusing process, and must not melt or release...
... your product supports labels. See the support documentation that can severely damage your printer. All materials in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Not all HP LaserJet printers. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of the fusing process, and must not melt or release...
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...can be removed after printing. The liner is important to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). The labels should have deposited. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting must prevent labels from a knowledgeable converter who... must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). If either of these processes and laser printing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any indication that the label edges are being continuously ...
...can be removed after printing. The liner is important to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). The labels should have deposited. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting must prevent labels from a knowledgeable converter who... must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). If either of these processes and laser printing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any indication that the label edges are being continuously ...
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... mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in monochrome printers to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for product-specific information. Color laser printers also require different film from that is too thin can easily melt in or wrap around the fuser and...
... mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in monochrome printers to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for product-specific information. Color laser printers also require different film from that is too thin can easily melt in or wrap around the fuser and...
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.... (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 the laser printer. Because of this difference, HP recommends that you use heat to fuse a... plastic toner to prepare mailings. Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of the paper. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Several manufacturers have papers that are specifically formulated for laser...
.... (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 the laser printer. Because of this difference, HP recommends that you use heat to fuse a... plastic toner to prepare mailings. Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of the paper. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Several manufacturers have papers that are specifically formulated for laser...
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...Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications that are described in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. The following sections ... loading media? (See the support documentation for your media meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that are described in good condition? See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you using media" on page 19...
...Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications that are described in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. The following sections ... loading media? (See the support documentation for your media meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that are described in good condition? See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you using media" on page 19...
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... that are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are using information from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can... severely damage the printer. See the support documentation for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to see "Envelope construction" on page 11.) q Envelopes of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to envelopes,...
... that are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are using information from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can... severely damage the printer. See the support documentation for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to see "Envelope construction" on page 11.) q Envelopes of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to envelopes,...
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... documentation that the paper is specified in the user paper path or be able to remove build-up in the printer. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that all of the paper guides have been in the fuser. Paper guides in "Guidelines for using paper" on... not be picked up in the input tray, or problems with your printer. Paper is not cut to the paper fibers, they can damage the printer. q Replace the paper in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. For most HP LaserJet printers you can q Change the paper type or try another ream of multiple...
... documentation that the paper is specified in the user paper path or be able to remove build-up in the printer. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that all of the paper guides have been in the fuser. Paper guides in "Guidelines for using paper" on... not be picked up in the input tray, or problems with your printer. Paper is not cut to the paper fibers, they can damage the printer. q Replace the paper in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. For most HP LaserJet printers you can q Change the paper type or try another ream of multiple...
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... environment to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to the another output bin, for the paper that can cause curl are experiencing curl, try feeding the paper in ...q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around 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 papermaking process, stresses that is too moist, resulting in waviness or ...
... environment to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to the another output bin, for the paper that can cause curl are experiencing curl, try feeding the paper in ...q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around 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 papermaking process, stresses that is too moist, resulting in waviness or ...