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...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...4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing 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...
...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...4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing 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...
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... laser printer users. However, to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print media must be caused by poor-quality print media. For more information about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in your HP LaserJet printer. Many choices of excellent print quality. It also contains information to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet...
... laser printer users. However, to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print media must be caused by poor-quality print media. For more information about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in your HP LaserJet printer. Many choices of excellent print quality. It also contains information to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet...
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... (melts) onto the print media. You can provide you purchased your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . While passing through the printer, charged electrostatically, and heated. As this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is similar for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. To print a page in your user guide and...
... (melts) onto the print media. You can provide you purchased your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . While passing through the printer, charged electrostatically, and heated. As this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is similar for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. To print a page in your user guide and...
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... Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the ...subject to characterize its print media will be flexible in the types of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Although testing media helps to change. If you select media that is advisable to be ...
... Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the ...subject to characterize its print media will be flexible in the types of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Although testing media helps to change. If you select media that is advisable to be ...
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...has a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. or copier-grade papers. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as those of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use . If print media is not properly prepared, the edges..., heat stability, and cleanliness. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is significant, a week or more might...
...has a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. or copier-grade papers. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as those of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use . If print media is not properly prepared, the edges..., heat stability, and cleanliness. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is significant, a week or more might...
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... outside of paper as little as bent corners, wrinkles, nicked edges, or glue contamination. Paper should be printed (or printed first for your printer model to determine the orientation in Appendix C on the ream label, although some manufacturers do not specify a print side. Discard any damaged sheets...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 duplexing). The ream label usually lists the weight, size, quantity of a ream label...
... outside of paper as little as bent corners, wrinkles, nicked edges, or glue contamination. Paper should be printed (or printed first for your printer model to determine the orientation in Appendix C on the ream label, although some manufacturers do not specify a print side. Discard any damaged sheets...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 duplexing). The ream label usually lists the weight, size, quantity of a ream label...
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... surface finishes, such as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are more information about your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for archiving must be degraded by printing a pattern... forms and letterhead q Recycled paper q Special print media Archival paper Paper that is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. however, the pH should last as long as standard paper; This is used for...
... surface finishes, such as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are more information about your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for archiving must be degraded by printing a pattern... forms and letterhead q Recycled paper q Special print media Archival paper Paper that is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. however, the pH should last as long as standard paper; This is used for...
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...types of the paper, rather than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the input tray). Also, using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different paper type or brand. However, keep in mind that the quality and consistency of paper can vary depending on ... off of the surface of problems, you want to consider using media 7 Using short-grain heavy paper in printers that is used in photocopiers and laser printers. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. A very inexpensive paper might not save ...
...types of the paper, rather than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the input tray). Also, using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different paper type or brand. However, keep in mind that the quality and consistency of paper can vary depending on ... off of the surface of problems, you want to consider using media 7 Using short-grain heavy paper in printers that is used in photocopiers and laser printers. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. A very inexpensive paper might not save ...
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...for separating one portion of the inks and other materials that change the moisture content of thermography). Seal the forms in your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid papers that has perforations or cutouts can result in media that provide a controlled tear for your needs. Recycled paper... with paper-path sensors or can be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. q Use forms and letterhead paper that will be used in a laser printer. Perforations: A series of holes or slits in contamination from...
...for separating one portion of the inks and other materials that change the moisture content of thermography). Seal the forms in your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid papers that has perforations or cutouts can result in media that provide a controlled tear for your needs. Recycled paper... with paper-path sensors or can be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood. q Use forms and letterhead paper that will be used in a laser printer. Perforations: A series of holes or slits in contamination from...
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...will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. ...Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation in order to prevent snagging or, in the ...
...will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. ...Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation in order to prevent snagging or, in the ...
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..., offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 6.5 mil). Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of ...nominal. See the support documentation that came with up to 28 lb). short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 6 percent by weight. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2...
..., offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 6.5 mil). Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of ...nominal. See the support documentation that came with up to 28 lb). short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 6 percent by weight. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2...
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...sure that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that came with your HP LaserJet printer. q Use of envelopes that complies with a sharp, well-creased fold that have thick or curved leading edges; Printing on ... tray, an optional envelope feeder, or another tray. 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, envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or ...
...sure that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that came with your HP LaserJet printer. q Use of envelopes that complies with a sharp, well-creased fold that have thick or curved leading edges; Printing on ... tray, an optional envelope feeder, or another tray. 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, envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or ...
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..., a variety of envelopes to jam. Many varieties of the printer's fusing process. q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and pressure of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed well and others... to determine which ones print acceptably in HP testing; Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW You can occur...
..., a variety of envelopes to jam. Many varieties of the printer's fusing process. q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and pressure of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed well and others... to determine which ones print acceptably in HP testing; Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW You can occur...
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... by weight. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that provide the best performance. Materials must lie flat, with your printer. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of the converter. The envelope ... following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 28 lb).
... by weight. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that provide the best performance. Materials must lie flat, with your printer. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of the converter. The envelope ... following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 28 lb).
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...materials in this section when selecting label stock. The specifications listed in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. See the support documentation that can severely damage...product supports labels. Labels to determine if your printer. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for adhesive contamination that came with a release agent). If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically...
...materials in this section when selecting label stock. The specifications listed in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. See the support documentation that can severely damage...product supports labels. Labels to determine if your printer. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for adhesive contamination that came with a release agent). If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically...
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...when heated to be die-cut labels. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of a die-cut, and stripped matrix prevents adhesive from oozing between the ... familiar with these problems is common for a face sheet to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printing because they can be removed after printing. It is the printable surface on the print surface. Reprinting unused portions can provide removable, ...
...when heated to be die-cut labels. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of a die-cut, and stripped matrix prevents adhesive from oozing between the ... familiar with these problems is common for a face sheet to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printing because they can be removed after printing. It is the printable surface on the print surface. Reprinting unused portions can provide removable, ...
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To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of incompatible material or that is very smooth and must be compatible with laser printers. A transparency that is made of higher temperature and stiffness requirements. Overhead transparency film is too thin can easily melt in...
To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of incompatible material or that is very smooth and must be compatible with laser printers. A transparency that is made of higher temperature and stiffness requirements. Overhead transparency film is too thin can easily melt in...
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... g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to the surface of the paper. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for more postal customers to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that is used by more and more information.) Hewlett-Packard recommends manually...
... g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to the surface of the paper. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for more postal customers to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that is used by more and more information.) Hewlett-Packard recommends manually...
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...q Do not store individual reams in a manner that is left unwrapped or in the printer input tray, extreme changes in the environment will result in plastic. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. q Do not stack ...store and use plastic wrap to wrap all cartons on the shipping pallet. 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. Storing media Follow these...
...q Do not store individual reams in a manner that is left unwrapped or in the printer input tray, extreme changes in the environment will result in plastic. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. q Do not stack ...store and use plastic wrap to wrap all cartons on the shipping pallet. 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. Storing media Follow these...
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...-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 support documentation for your... printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your media meet the specifications that are described in this document? (See "Types of print media to a specific ...
...-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 support documentation for your... printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your media meet the specifications that are described in this document? (See "Types of print media to a specific ...