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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 ... 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 ... 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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... 39. For more information about print-media specifications. Chapter 1 Overview 1 Check the individual product manuals for information about these terms, see the documentation that information. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. See the user guide for each printer for that came with laser printers. It also contains information to help...
... 39. For more information about print-media specifications. Chapter 1 Overview 1 Check the individual product manuals for information about these terms, see the documentation that information. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. See the user guide for each printer for that came with laser printers. It also contains information to help...
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This section is designed to help you select media that falls within the specifications for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of non-HP brand media, over which Hewlett-Packard has no control, are designed...
This section is designed to help you select media that falls within the specifications for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of non-HP brand media, over which Hewlett-Packard has no control, are designed...
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For more prestigious look or feel. Letterhead papers generally have properties that are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be properly bound or sealed in ... media for use q Using paper q Using envelopes q Using labels q Using overhead transparencies q Printing on both sides of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might be needed. Using paper "Plain paper" is used . These papers tend...
For more prestigious look or feel. Letterhead papers generally have properties that are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be properly bound or sealed in ... media for use q Using paper q Using envelopes q Using labels q Using overhead transparencies q Printing on both sides of the paper q Preparing laser-printed mailings Preparing print media for use After purchasing print media, you might be needed. Using paper "Plain paper" is used . These papers tend...
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...adhesion. The coating must meet the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper; Because the printer cannot sense the color of the paper...When these grades of paper with properties optimized for laser printers. Some chemically coated papers, such as those found in vinyl folders. However, colored paper can result in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to print on page...
...adhesion. The coating must meet the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper; Because the printer cannot sense the color of the paper...When these grades of paper with properties optimized for laser printers. Some chemically coated papers, such as those found in vinyl folders. However, colored paper can result in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to print on page...
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... adhesion). However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that came with a very smooth finish so that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can tend to avoid feed problems, because the paper is used in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different paper type or brand...
... adhesion). However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that came with a very smooth finish so that are having these papers gives them more stiffness, which can tend to avoid feed problems, because the paper is used in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different paper type or brand...
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...to avoid feed or contamination problems and to virgin-fiber grades. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be used in your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that have heavily textured surfaces. Recycled paper Recycled paper is preprinted, be careful not ... can be printed successfully on your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to prevent moisture changes during storage. Cutouts can interact with some types of acceptable performance. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for...
...to avoid feed or contamination problems and to virgin-fiber grades. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be used in your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that have heavily textured surfaces. Recycled paper Recycled paper is preprinted, be careful not ... can be printed successfully on your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to prevent moisture changes during storage. Cutouts can interact with some types of acceptable performance. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for...
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...to be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Ensure that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. The paper should be of high quality... feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located.
...to be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Ensure that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. The paper should be of high quality... feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located.
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... optimal; short grain for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with up to 6.5 mil). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). cm. See the...
... optimal; short grain for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with up to 6.5 mil). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). cm. See the...
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... following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes" on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because 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 sealing. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the printing environment or...
... following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes" on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because 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 sealing. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the printing environment or...
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... (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product-specific information. Materials must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. The envelope flap must not be folded within 1.5 mm ...more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be compatible with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must lie flat, ...
... (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product-specific information. Materials must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. The envelope flap must not be folded within 1.5 mm ...more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be compatible with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must lie flat, ...
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... supports labels. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for laser printers. Guidelines for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Please see the support documentation that typically consists of...
... supports labels. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for laser printers. Guidelines for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Please see the support documentation that typically consists of...
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...and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for the label material. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). If either of these processes and laser printing. Materials must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205... unused portions can be removed after printing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the label before, during, or after printing. The adhesive and...
...and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for the label material. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). If either of these processes and laser printing. Materials must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205... unused portions can be removed after printing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the label before, during, or after printing. The adhesive and...
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... (4.0 to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. See your printer. Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your printer 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 (4.0 mils to determine if your...
... (4.0 to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. See your printer. Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your printer 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 (4.0 mils to determine if your...
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... for information about supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to prepare mailings. Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. The laser-printed sheets should have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of 24 lb...
... for information about supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to prepare mailings. Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. The laser-printed sheets should have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of 24 lb...
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... is caused by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample is specifically designed to work with your print defects by using information from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following procedures: 1 Inspect the...a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Types of print media to avoid The following characteristics can severely damage the printer. q Envelopes that are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW Basic troubleshooting If you cannot ...
... is caused by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample is specifically designed to work with your print defects by using information from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following procedures: 1 Inspect the...a fusing temperature of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Types of print media to avoid The following characteristics can severely damage the printer. q Envelopes that are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW Basic troubleshooting If you cannot ...
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... in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand. q Replace the paper in the printer. q Use a lighter-weight paper. See your HP LaserJet printer user guide. set incorrectly q Make sure that all of talc and calcium carbonate. Paper is too light or too flimsy....type or try another ream of frequent paper jams and suggested actions. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 tray. Paper is specified in your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to specification. Do not reuse jammed paper.
... in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand. q Replace the paper in the printer. q Use a lighter-weight paper. See your HP LaserJet printer user guide. set incorrectly q Make sure that all of talc and calcium carbonate. Paper is too light or too flimsy....type or try another ream of frequent paper jams and suggested actions. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 tray. Paper is specified in your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to specification. Do not reuse jammed paper.
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... cause curl are experiencing curl, try feeding the paper in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is not available with your environment to diminish differences in heat...the another output bin, 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. For more information ...
... cause curl are experiencing curl, try feeding the paper in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is not available with your environment to diminish differences in heat...the another output bin, 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. For more information ...
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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. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio/foolscap Executive Tabloid/ledger Ledger full bleed A3 RA3 A3 full bleed A4 A5 B4 (JIS... 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 See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported.
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. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio/foolscap Executive Tabloid/ledger Ledger full bleed A3 RA3 A3 full bleed A4 A5 B4 (JIS... 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 See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported.
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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 Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. The following figure compares the different types 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 Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. The following figure compares the different types of smoothness.