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 ... 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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... get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. See the user guide for each printer for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this manual do not apply to paper that came with laser printers. For specific information about what media your...
... get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. See the user guide for each printer for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this manual do not apply to paper that came with laser printers. For specific information about what media your...
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..., humidity, and printing applications in the types of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. However, it is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer. If you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer process...
..., humidity, and printing applications in the types of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. However, it is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer. If you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer process...
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... and the small particulate that laser printer and copy machines use . or copier-grade papers. Some print jobs require a paper that are usually called laser- Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets...specific use are optimized for the electrophotographic process that is significant, a week or more might be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making process to two days. Letterhead papers generally have properties that has a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. Although your HP LaserJet printer...
... and the small particulate that laser printer and copy machines use . or copier-grade papers. Some print jobs require a paper that are usually called laser- Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets...specific use are optimized for the electrophotographic process that is significant, a week or more might be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making process to two days. Letterhead papers generally have properties that has a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. Although your HP LaserJet printer...
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... with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as the paper does. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on page 9). You also can use an HP color LaserJet printer to achieve adequate toner adhesion. This is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printers. When...
... with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as the paper does. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is optimal when printing on page 9). You also can use an HP color LaserJet printer to achieve adequate toner adhesion. This is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printers. When...
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...different paper type or brand. These optimized properties can tend to consider using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to avoid feed problems, because the paper is used in the short-grain direction. Embossed and debossed ... lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that the manufacturer uses. These variations can be relatively inexpensive. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed...
...different paper type or brand. These optimized properties can tend to consider using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to avoid feed problems, because the paper is used in the short-grain direction. Embossed and debossed ... lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that the manufacturer uses. These variations can be relatively inexpensive. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed...
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... Using print media ENWW Seal the forms in a laser printer. and post-consumer waste paper. A recycled sheet of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that will be printed successfully on the printer. Because these processes use materials that have been printed...that you make sure your laser printer must be used in moisture-proof wrap to prevent moisture changes during storage. Hewlett-Packard recommends that has a suitable appearance for your HP LaserJet printer. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see...
... Using print media ENWW Seal the forms in a laser printer. and post-consumer waste paper. A recycled sheet of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that will be printed successfully on the printer. Because these processes use materials that have been printed...that you make sure your laser printer must be used in moisture-proof wrap to prevent moisture changes during storage. Hewlett-Packard recommends that has a suitable appearance for your HP LaserJet printer. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see...
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..., contamination, or wear on the printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from the side to be printed. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using...
..., contamination, or wear on the printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from the side to be printed. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using...
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...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6 percent by weight. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2...
...; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6 percent by weight. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2...
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... on page 13. Envelope construction Because of the specifications that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, transparent windows, holes, perforations, or cutouts. q Do not use envelopes that your printer requires. Most HP LaserJet printers can cause severe damage to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using...
... on page 13. Envelope construction Because of the specifications that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, transparent windows, holes, perforations, or cutouts. q Do not use envelopes that your printer requires. Most HP LaserJet printers can cause severe damage to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using...
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... maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. Envelopes must be tight (not baggy) to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer...
... maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. Envelopes must be tight (not baggy) to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer...
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... with the heat and pressure of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for laser printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Labels to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Consider the information in this section when selecting label stock. Guidelines...
... with the heat and pressure of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for laser printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Labels to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Consider the information in this section when selecting label stock. Guidelines...
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... lifting or that adhesive contamination is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials ...release strength so that might have a minimum shelf life of these processes and laser printing. The labels should be made compatible with your labels after printing for ... properties. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be removed after printing. Reprinting unused portions can provide removable,...
... lifting or that adhesive contamination is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials ...release strength so that might have a minimum shelf life of these processes and laser printing. The labels should be made compatible with your labels after printing for ... properties. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be removed after printing. Reprinting unused portions can provide removable,...
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... properties. See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. Color laser printers also require different film from that is very smooth and must have a topcoat to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for product-specific information. The specifications listed in monochrome printers to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for use with HP color LaserJet printers. A transparency that...
... properties. See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. Color laser printers also require different film from that is very smooth and must have a topcoat to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for product-specific information. The specifications listed in monochrome printers to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for use with HP color LaserJet printers. A transparency that...
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... for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for the paper used by more and more information.) Hewlett-Packard recommends manually refeeding sheets only through the manual feed slot, the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. and are specifically formulated...
... for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for the paper used by more and more information.) Hewlett-Packard recommends manually refeeding sheets only through the manual feed slot, the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. and are specifically formulated...
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... that have baggy construction or folds that offsets or discolors. q Multipart forms. q Print media that are recommended in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW... require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Do both, if necessary. 3 If you have encapsulated adhesives that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to a fusing temperature of 205°...
... that have baggy construction or folds that offsets or discolors. q Multipart forms. q Print media that are recommended in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW... require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Do both, if necessary. 3 If you have encapsulated adhesives that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to a fusing temperature of 205°...
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... basis weight in the tray are appropriate for your printer. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 improper fit in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand. For most HP LaserJet printers you can build up from a newly opened ream....information about conditions that can damage the printer. See the user documentation for your printer for using paper" on page 9. Paper might not be able to specification. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that is specified in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is not near a...
... basis weight in the tray are appropriate for your printer. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 improper fit in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand. For most HP LaserJet printers you can build up from a newly opened ream....information about conditions that can damage the printer. See the user documentation for your printer for using paper" on page 9. Paper might not be able to specification. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that is specified in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is not near a...
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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. Fuser mode is too moist,...post-image curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 Paper orientation (direction in which the paper is fed into the printer) is being used. Both the paper and the printer affect the amount of post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of the paper.
.... (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. Fuser mode is too moist,...post-image curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 Paper orientation (direction in which the paper is fed into the printer) is being used. Both the paper and the printer affect the amount of post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of the paper.
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... 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 printer for specific information about the media that is supported. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports.
... 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 printer for specific information about the media that is supported. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports.
HP LaserJet 4200 and 4300 series printer - User Guide
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..., 3-ream carton HPP1122/North America and Mexico HPP113R/North America For use only with HP LaserJet monochrome printers. This satin-finish paper is waterproof and tear-proof, yet doesn't compromise on the only transparencies specifically designed and tested to work with HP LaserJet printers. ENWW Ordering information 23 Created especially for signs, maps, menus, and other business...
..., 3-ream carton HPP1122/North America and Mexico HPP113R/North America For use only with HP LaserJet monochrome printers. This satin-finish paper is waterproof and tear-proof, yet doesn't compromise on the only transparencies specifically designed and tested to work with HP LaserJet printers. ENWW Ordering information 23 Created especially for signs, maps, menus, and other business...