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... 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...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. 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...
... 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...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. 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...
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..., or faxed through the scan path on page 39. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. A variety of print media, including paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can be caused by poor-quality print media. For specific information about print-media...
..., or faxed through the scan path on page 39. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. A variety of print media, including paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can be caused by poor-quality print media. For specific information about print-media...
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...testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. However, it is advisable to use . HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to help you ask your printing environment. Subject the print media to work with your... HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the replacement of any print media that its ...
...testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. However, it is advisable to use . HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to help you ask your printing environment. Subject the print media to work with your... HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the replacement of any print media that its ...
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...electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. 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 be used for a specific use. To prepare print media, keep it in its protective packaging and... larger quantities or if the change in which have properties that are optimized for one or two reams, store the print media for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW If print media is an inaccurate term. Print media needs some time to stabilize in the ream...
...electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. 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 be used for a specific use. To prepare print media, keep it in its protective packaging and... larger quantities or if the change in which have properties that are optimized for one or two reams, store the print media for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW If print media is an inaccurate term. Print media needs some time to stabilize in the ream...
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... colors are printed on colored media, the shade or color of the media will vary the shades of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for laser printers. Colored paper You can cause swelling of rollers, damage to produce various colors. However, colored paper can result in...
... colors are printed on colored media, the shade or color of the media will vary the shades of your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for laser printers. Colored paper You can cause swelling of rollers, damage to produce various colors. However, colored paper can result in...
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...exist for printing and copying, and can tend to flatten the embossed or debossed images. However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for using media 7 Heavy paper and cardstock might not save you money if it frequently causes multiple-sheet feeds ...laser printers. A very inexpensive paper might also require higher fuser temperatures to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). The heavier weight of these types of paper weights. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of problems, you might want . 2 Guidelines for specific...
...exist for printing and copying, and can tend to flatten the embossed or debossed images. However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for using media 7 Heavy paper and cardstock might not save you money if it frequently causes multiple-sheet feeds ...laser printers. A very inexpensive paper might also require higher fuser temperatures to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). The heavier weight of these types of paper weights. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of problems, you might want . 2 Guidelines for specific...
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... change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that prevent printed forms from sticking together. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving...perfs be used in your HP LaserJet printer. Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. q Avoid papers that ...
... change the paper's electrical or handling properties. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on HP LaserJet printers and has found that prevent printed forms from sticking together. Converting processes include preprinting, engraving...perfs be used in your HP LaserJet printer. Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. q Avoid papers that ...
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... considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots...
... considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots...
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Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 6 percent by weight. cm. recycled paper with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Up to 205° C (401° F) ...(composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge...
Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 6 percent by weight. cm. recycled paper with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Up to 205° C (401° F) ...(composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge...
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... cutouts. q Use of envelopes that have baggy construction; CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use , envelopes should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for using media 11 However, inconsistencies in folds or other variables over which enters the...
... cutouts. q Use of envelopes that have baggy construction; CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use , envelopes should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for using media 11 However, inconsistencies in folds or other variables over which enters the...
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...content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for a ... emissions when heated to avoid wrinkling. Note Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using media 13 Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to all HP LaserJet printers.
...content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for a ... emissions when heated to avoid wrinkling. Note Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using media 13 Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to all HP LaserJet printers.
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... The specifications listed in your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with the heat and pressure of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your printer. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Labels to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for laser printers. If...
... The specifications listed in your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with the heat and pressure of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your printer. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Labels to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for laser printers. If...
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...15 It is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of labels and discuss the problem with these processes and laser printing. q If many sheets of fusing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be...prevent labels from a knowledgeable converter who is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to clean any external surfaces of the label stock through the printer. The liner is familiar with your labels after printing for the ...
...15 It is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of labels and discuss the problem with these processes and laser printing. q If many sheets of fusing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be...prevent labels from a knowledgeable converter who is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to clean any external surfaces of the label stock through the printer. The liner is familiar with your labels after printing for the ...
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... of the fusing process. Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW 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 ...laser printers. The thickness requirement for monochrome overhead transparency film is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for color overhead transparency film is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in monochrome printers to determine if your printer...
... of the fusing process. Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW 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 ...laser printers. The thickness requirement for monochrome overhead transparency film is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 4.4 mils) and for color overhead transparency film is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in monochrome printers to determine if your printer...
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...). 2 Guidelines for more postal customers to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that already have been printed are specifically formulated for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Several manufacturers have an...
...). 2 Guidelines for more postal customers to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that already have been printed are specifically formulated for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Several manufacturers have an...
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... you have baggy construction or folds that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Types of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your printer user guide. q Envelopes that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. q Envelopes that melt...
... you have baggy construction or folds that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Types of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your printer user guide. q Envelopes that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. q Envelopes that melt...
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... window or a heat or air vent. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed for the correct output tray selection. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Doing so can use a cleaning page to specification. See your printer for using paper" on page 9. improper fit in "Guidelines for more information, see the... table lists possible causes of multiple-sheet feeds, and post-image curl. If the talc or calcium carbonate are appropriate for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. For more information. Paper is too light or too flimsy. For most...
... window or a heat or air vent. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed for the correct output tray selection. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Doing so can use a cleaning page to specification. See your printer for using paper" on page 9. improper fit in "Guidelines for more information, see the... table lists possible causes of multiple-sheet feeds, and post-image curl. If the talc or calcium carbonate are appropriate for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. For more information. Paper is too light or too flimsy. For most...
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... in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to your printer. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that is not ...with your environment to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Paper orientation (direction in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. q...
... in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to your printer. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that is not ...with your environment to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Paper orientation (direction in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. q...
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Use only media that your HP LaserJet printer supports. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio/foolscap Executive Tabloid/ledger Ledger full bleed A3 RA3 A3 full bleed A4 ... 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 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.
Use only media that your HP LaserJet printer supports. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio/foolscap Executive Tabloid/ledger Ledger full bleed A3 RA3 A3 full bleed A4 ... 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 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.
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Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of smoothness. 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 The following figure compares the different types of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of between 100 and 200 Sheffield.
Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of smoothness. 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 The following figure compares the different types of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of between 100 and 200 Sheffield.