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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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... overhead transparencies, can be caused by poor-quality print media. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. Chapter 1 Overview 1 You might be used in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers.
... overhead transparencies, can be caused by poor-quality print media. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. Chapter 1 Overview 1 You might be used in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers.
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...user guide and you have tried the suggestions that are outlined in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you with information about your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . If you still need assistance, call the dealer from the input... bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. To print a page in this process is then delivered to find out more about the suitability of the four toner colors. The print media is similar for each of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. As ...
...user guide and you have tried the suggestions that are outlined in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you with information about your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . If you still need assistance, call the dealer from the input... bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. To print a page in this process is then delivered to find out more about the suitability of the four toner colors. The print media is similar for each of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. As ...
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... of media. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that falls...handling and storage by the customer. Properties of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. Subject the print media to use . 2 Guidelines for using media...
... of media. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that falls...handling and storage by the customer. Properties of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. Subject the print media to use . 2 Guidelines for using media...
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... be used. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in which have properties that laser printer and copy machines use are usually called laser- To prepare print media, keep it in its protective packaging and store it in the...
... be used. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in which have properties that laser printer and copy machines use are usually called laser- To prepare print media, keep it in its protective packaging and store it in the...
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...of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in Appendix C on page 39. However, before loading the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of a ream label. For more information about the items on the label, see the glossary in the input ... lists the weight, size, quantity of the paper wrapping. The preferred side for using media 5 Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer so that indicates the preferred print side (if one is typically placed or printed on the outside of sheets, grain direction, and other information. manufacturer...
...of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in Appendix C on page 39. However, before loading the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of a ream label. For more information about the items on the label, see the glossary in the input ... lists the weight, size, quantity of the paper wrapping. The preferred side for using media 5 Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer so that indicates the preferred print side (if one is typically placed or printed on the outside of sheets, grain direction, and other information. manufacturer...
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... across printed areas or handling archival documents roughly. These papers can use . You also can result in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does. Discuss archival requirements with properties optimized for your...
... across printed areas or handling archival documents roughly. These papers can use . You also can result in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does. Discuss archival requirements with properties optimized for your...
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...In addition, do not print closer than diffused. The heavier weight of these types of problems, you are available in photocopiers and laser printers. CAUTION Copier paper (plain paper) Although copier paper is often referred to as a result of the fuser can tend to flatten ...be relatively inexpensive. The heat of poor pickup from the embossment to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for using media 7 Some models provide optimized settings that feed in the portrait direction might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information ...
...In addition, do not print closer than diffused. The heavier weight of these types of problems, you are available in photocopiers and laser printers. CAUTION Copier paper (plain paper) Although copier paper is often referred to as a result of the fuser can tend to flatten ...be relatively inexpensive. The heat of poor pickup from the embossment to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for using media 7 Some models provide optimized settings that feed in the portrait direction might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information ...
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..., observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used with heat-resistant inks that will be used in a laser printer. q Use forms that provide a controlled tear for your HP LaserJet printer. Seal the forms in media that have heavily textured surfaces. q Avoid papers that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood...
..., observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used with heat-resistant inks that will be used in a laser printer. q Use forms that provide a controlled tear for your HP LaserJet printer. Seal the forms in media that have heavily textured surfaces. q Avoid papers that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent groundwood...
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... case of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that provide the best performance when using paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q All cuts should be of high quality and free of edge rollover 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)...
... case of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that provide the best performance when using paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q All cuts should be of high quality and free of edge rollover 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)...
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.... Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Portrait feeding: long grain up...Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. short grain for specific information. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17...
.... Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Portrait feeding: long grain up...Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. short grain for specific information. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17...
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... using envelopes in this document. they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. 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 pressure for sealing. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. q Use of paper. Printing on envelopes can print on envelopes will...
... using envelopes in this document. they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. 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 pressure for sealing. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. q Use of paper. Printing on envelopes can print on envelopes will...
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... (as laid, linen, or cockle can reduce this type 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 creates a thick leading edge near a corner... figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in HP testing; However, a variety of the printer's fusing process. Purchase envelopes that you require. Inconsistencies in an HP LaserJet printer. q The multiple layers in increased jamming or wrinkling. Many envelopes will feed ...
... (as laid, linen, or cockle can reduce this type 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 creates a thick leading edge near a corner... figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in HP testing; However, a variety of the printer's fusing process. Purchase envelopes that you require. Inconsistencies in an HP LaserJet printer. q The multiple layers in increased jamming or wrinkling. Many envelopes will feed ...
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... the leading edge. Curl Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for a single-layer thickness. Property Basis weight ...Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in this section ...
... the leading edge. Curl Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for a single-layer thickness. Property Basis weight ...Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that are used in this section ...
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...section generally apply to determine if your printer. Labels should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that came with your printer for product-specific information. 14 Using ...liner (a carrier sheet coated with a release agent). Guidelines for laser printers. The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with the heat and pressure of the fusing ...
...section generally apply to determine if your printer. Labels should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that came with your printer for product-specific information. 14 Using ...liner (a carrier sheet coated with a release agent). Guidelines for laser printers. The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with the heat and pressure of the fusing ...
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...made compatible with your labels after printing for using media 15 The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. q If many sheets of labels are being continuously...contamination or label-stock adhesive that adhesive contamination is important to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printing because they can be removed after printing. Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of a die-cut, and stripped matrix ...
...made compatible with your labels after printing for using media 15 The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. q If many sheets of labels are being continuously...contamination or label-stock adhesive that adhesive contamination is important to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printing because they can be removed after printing. Zone coating recesses the adhesive around the border of a die-cut, and stripped matrix ...
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... printing on page 35 for color overhead transparency film is very smooth and must be designed specifically for use with laser printers. See your printer for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. Not all HP LaserJet printers; see the support documentation that used in this section generally apply to 4.4 mils) and for information about using overhead transparencies...
... printing on page 35 for color overhead transparency film is very smooth and must be designed specifically for use with laser printers. See your printer for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. Not all HP LaserJet printers; see the support documentation that used in this section generally apply to 4.4 mils) and for information about using overhead transparencies...
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... being used for mailings: 1 Ensure that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to the surface of the paper. The envelopes should be either an automatic or a manual process. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that already have papers that the manufacturer's recommended toner is recommended.) Duplexing...
... being used for mailings: 1 Ensure that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to the surface of the paper. The envelopes should be either an automatic or a manual process. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that already have papers that the manufacturer's recommended toner is recommended.) Duplexing...
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...each carton squarely on top of the one day for every 10° C (20° F) difference in curling or warping. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to operate in plastic. q In the case of extreme humidity, keep paper and envelopes tightly wrapped in a wide range of environmental...on the floor. q Stack each other. q Keep stored media away from physical damage. 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. If media is used . q ...
...each carton squarely on top of the one day for every 10° C (20° F) difference in curling or warping. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to operate in plastic. q In the case of extreme humidity, keep paper and envelopes tightly wrapped in a wide range of environmental...on the floor. q Stack each other. q Keep stored media away from physical damage. 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. If media is used . q ...
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...following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your print-quality problems isolated ... Ask the following aspects of print media to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your printer for using the printing procedures that are described in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the...
...following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your print-quality problems isolated ... Ask the following aspects of print media to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your printer for using the printing procedures that are described in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the...