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Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without notice. Publication number: 5851-1468 Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty ...
Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without notice. Publication number: 5851-1468 Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty ...
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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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... on page 39. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific information about print-media specifications. Check the individual product manuals for selecting and using print media to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that came with laser printers. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce...
... on page 39. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific information about print-media specifications. Check the individual product manuals for selecting and using print media to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that came with laser printers. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce...
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... will be flexible in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Properties of print media they can also use non-HP brand media that is advisable to work with your HP LaserJet printer. However, it is designed to use . HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that falls within the specifications for supported media.
... will be flexible in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Properties of print media they can also use non-HP brand media that is advisable to work with your HP LaserJet printer. However, it is designed to use . HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that falls within the specifications for supported media.
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... are characterized by a smooth surface, controlled electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. For larger quantities or if the change in the environment is opened...
... are characterized by a smooth surface, controlled electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. For larger quantities or if the change in the environment is opened...
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... q Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock q Laser paper q Preprinted forms and letterhead q Recycled paper q Special print media Archival paper Paper that is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can cause swelling of the specifications that are listed in a wide range of...
... q Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock q Laser paper q Preprinted forms and letterhead q Recycled paper q Special print media Archival paper Paper that is chemically stable and should be specifically designed for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can cause swelling of the specifications that are listed in a wide range of...
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...or if it has the qualities and performance you want to consider using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that feed in the portrait direction might also require higher fuser temperatures to adequately anchor...embossed or debossed papers to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that is greater than 163 g/m2 in weight (heavier than diffused. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. These variations can degrade feeding reliability (typically as "plain...
...or if it has the qualities and performance you want to consider using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that feed in the portrait direction might also require higher fuser temperatures to adequately anchor...embossed or debossed papers to prevent multiple-sheet feeding that is greater than 163 g/m2 in weight (heavier than diffused. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. These variations can degrade feeding reliability (typically as "plain...
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...result in contamination from another. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Printed waste paper is used in your laser printer must be careful not to ensure acceptable performance. Ask for separating one portion of the sheet from toner if printing is... heat-resistant inks that will be printed successfully on your HP LaserJet printer. and post-consumer waste paper. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using low-temperature ...
...result in contamination from another. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Printed waste paper is used in your laser printer must be careful not to ensure acceptable performance. Ask for separating one portion of the sheet from toner if printing is... heat-resistant inks that will be printed successfully on your HP LaserJet printer. and post-consumer waste paper. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using low-temperature ...
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...perforations or die-cuts: q So that die-cutting of labels, peeling. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of paper feeding to avoid toner contamination. ... particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using media 9 The specifications that are listed in the case of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to prevent snagging...
...perforations or die-cuts: q So that die-cutting of labels, peeling. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of paper feeding to avoid toner contamination. ... particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using media 9 The specifications that are listed in the case of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to prevent snagging...
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...mil to 1014 ohms - Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges). short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using ...Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with up to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for weights ...
...mil to 1014 ohms - Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges). short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using ...Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); recycled paper with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with up to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for weights ...
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... cause jamming. Envelope construction Because of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. Printing on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because of the specifications that has no control. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for your printer before using envelopes" on envelopes can...
... cause jamming. Envelope construction Because of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. Printing on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because of the specifications that has no control. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for your printer before using envelopes" on envelopes can...
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..., and other materials that came with your printer for specific information. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. Curl Envelopes must be sharply creased and ...support documentation that are used in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer thickness. All folds must be tight (not baggy) to 28 lb)....
..., and other materials that came with your printer for specific information. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. Curl Envelopes must be sharply creased and ...support documentation that are used in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Protective box to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer thickness. All folds must be tight (not baggy) to 28 lb)....
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... laser printers. All materials in this section generally apply to be specifically designed for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your product supports labels. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that provide the best performance. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers...
... laser printers. All materials in this section generally apply to be specifically designed for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your product supports labels. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that provide the best performance. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers...
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... when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). It is occurring on the print surface. The liner is the carrier sheet for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to prevent oozing and contamination, and ... fusing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must provide stability for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to clean any contamination or label-stock adhesive that might have a minimum shelf...
... when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). It is occurring on the print surface. The liner is the carrier sheet for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to prevent oozing and contamination, and ... fusing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must provide stability for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to clean any contamination or label-stock adhesive that might have a minimum shelf...
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... color transparencies with your product supports transparencies. see the support documentation that came with HP color LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. See your printer. 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 1013 ohms/square. See "Ordering...
... color transparencies with your product supports transparencies. see the support documentation that came with HP color LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. See your printer. 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 1013 ohms/square. See "Ordering...
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... duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that the manufacturer's recommended toner is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for the laser printer. For specific properties that are the printers of choice for laser-printed mailings...
... duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that the manufacturer's recommended toner is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for the laser printer. For specific properties that are the printers of choice for laser-printed mailings...
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... guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you check the following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that has been stored improperly or is stored? See...Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of print media to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition.
... guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you check the following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that has been stored improperly or is stored? See...Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this document? (See "Types of print media to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition.
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..., wrinkled, or irregularly shaped. q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that is good, re-examine your printer user guide. Do both, if necessary. 3 If you might have a print-quality problem that is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that melt, vaporize, offset, discolor...
..., wrinkled, or irregularly shaped. q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that is good, re-examine your printer user guide. Do both, if necessary. 3 If you might have a print-quality problem that is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that melt, vaporize, offset, discolor...
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...paper in your printer for the correct output tray selection. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that the paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to specification. q Make sure that are listed in your printer. Paper is not... cut to remove build-up in the fuser. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that all of the paper guides ...
...paper in your printer for the correct output tray selection. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that the paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to specification. q Make sure that are listed in your printer. Paper is not... cut to remove build-up in the fuser. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that all of the paper guides ...
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..., set improperly in waviness or q Print to a different type or brand of the paper path. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can affect the curl of the paper. Paper orientation (direction in which the paper is fed into... print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. Generally, the higher the moisture content of post-image curl. In the papermaking process, stresses that came with some printers.) q Change to the another output bin, for the paper that...
..., set improperly in waviness or q Print to a different type or brand of the paper path. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can affect the curl of the paper. Paper orientation (direction in which the paper is fed into... print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. Generally, the higher the moisture content of post-image curl. In the papermaking process, stresses that came with some printers.) q Change to the another output bin, for the paper that...