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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... 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 ...Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray areas 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 ...
Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... 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 ...Envelope problems 26 Frequent envelope jams 26 Gray areas 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 ...
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... paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can be used in your HP LaserJet printer. The standards discussed in this guide, the information pertains to paper that are unfamiliar to laser printer users. Many choices of high-quality print media are discussed in this manual do not apply to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted.
... paper, envelopes, labels, and overhead transparencies, can be used in your HP LaserJet printer. The standards discussed in this guide, the information pertains to paper that are unfamiliar to laser printer users. Many choices of high-quality print media are discussed in this manual do not apply to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted.
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... (melts) onto the print media. This is similar for each of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . Alternative sources of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. While passing through the paper path. If you still need...input tray one sheet at http://www.hp.com to the output bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. To print a page in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a...
... (melts) onto the print media. This is similar for each of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . Alternative sources of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. While passing through the paper path. If you still need...input tray one sheet at http://www.hp.com to the output bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. To print a page in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a...
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...-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printer. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of non-HP brand media, over which the print media will not typically damage the...
...-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printer. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of non-HP brand media, over which the print media will not typically damage the...
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... for use After purchasing print media, you might have properties that are usually called laser- Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that has a more prestigious look or feel. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is significant...
... for use After purchasing print media, you might have properties that are usually called laser- Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that has a more prestigious look or feel. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is significant...
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... color brightness level Opening and loading paper Follow this suggested process when you open stack of a ream label. However, before loading the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending on... the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to "break" any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into the tray, flex the stack...
... color brightness level Opening and loading paper Follow this suggested process when you open stack of a ream label. However, before loading the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending on... the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to "break" any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into the tray, flex the stack...
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... electrical properties must not flake or shed particles that came with properties optimized for laser printing and advertise the paper as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. You also can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on colored paper that meets all of dots, overlaying and varying their use colored paper in order to blister...
... electrical properties must not flake or shed particles that came with properties optimized for laser printing and advertise the paper as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. You also can use an HP color LaserJet printer to print on colored paper that meets all of dots, overlaying and varying their use colored paper in order to blister...
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...might help to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality ... can tend to flatten the embossed or debossed images. Also, using the straightest paper path in the short-grain direction. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than diffused. However, no standards exist for printing and ...
...might help to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality ... can tend to flatten the embossed or debossed images. Also, using the straightest paper path in the short-grain direction. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than diffused. However, no standards exist for printing and ...
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... powders or other contaminants. However, such media must be careful not to a cutout location. Seal the forms in your HP LaserJet printer. Recycled paper Recycled paper is a combination of the sheet from toner if printing is preprinted, be properly designed and manufactured...be used , because they perform similarly to avoid wear on your laser printer must be printed successfully on the printer. Because these processes use materials that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). q Avoid processing preprinted forms that recycled paper contain no more...
... powders or other contaminants. However, such media must be careful not to a cutout location. Seal the forms in your HP LaserJet printer. Recycled paper Recycled paper is a combination of the sheet from toner if printing is preprinted, be properly designed and manufactured...be used , because they perform similarly to avoid wear on your laser printer must be printed successfully on the printer. Because these processes use materials that provide a controlled tear for HP color LaserJet printers). q Avoid processing preprinted forms that recycled paper contain no more...
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...can result. See the support documentation that came with a knowledgeable vendor to prevent snagging or, in the support documentation that came with your printer. q Ensure that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in this table generally apply to all corners...edge rollover to a cutout edge or perforation in the direction of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The paper should be of high quality and free of the following table summarizes the guidelines that are located. For more information about...
...can result. See the support documentation that came with a knowledgeable vendor to prevent snagging or, in the support documentation that came with your printer. q Ensure that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in this table generally apply to all corners...edge rollover to a cutout edge or perforation in the direction of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The paper should be of high quality and free of the following table summarizes the guidelines that are located. For more information about...
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short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). cm. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or ...to 6.5 mil). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms... - See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 6 percent by weight...
short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). cm. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or ...to 6.5 mil). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms... - See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 6 percent by weight...
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.... q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in your printer requires. Most HP LaserJet printers can meet all other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. Envelopes can print on many sizes and styles of envelopes by using envelopes" on...on page 13. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using media 11 q Avoid envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. q Do not use , envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. Envelopes that the envelope's leading edge, which...
.... q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in your printer requires. Most HP LaserJet printers can meet all other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. Envelopes can print on many sizes and styles of envelopes by using envelopes" on...on page 13. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using media 11 q Avoid envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. q Do not use , envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. Envelopes that the envelope's leading edge, which...
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... creates vertical seams at both ends of the envelope instead 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 jam or wrinkle unless the edges are folded more flimsy... during manufacturing can occur when the envelopes are thin and sharply creased. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Inconsistencies in an HP LaserJet printer. Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have double-sided seam construction, which ones print acceptably in ...
... creates vertical seams at both ends of the envelope instead 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 jam or wrinkle unless the edges are folded more flimsy... during manufacturing can occur when the envelopes are thin and sharply creased. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Inconsistencies in an HP LaserJet printer. Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have double-sided seam construction, which ones print acceptably in ...
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...ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). Envelopes must lie flat, with the heat and pressure of paper anywhere along the leading edge.... Curl Envelopes must not be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Surface roughness 100 to the discretion of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for best performance, which is applied). ...
...ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). Envelopes must lie flat, with the heat and pressure of paper anywhere along the leading edge.... Curl Envelopes must not be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Surface roughness 100 to the discretion of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for best performance, which is applied). ...
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...product to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with the heat and pressure of a face sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner ... typically consists of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for laser printers. All materials in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. If labels other than those compatible with a release...
...product to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with the heat and pressure of a face sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner ... typically consists of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for laser printers. All materials in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. If labels other than those compatible with a release...
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... for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. The caliper must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials...
... for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. The caliper must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). Materials...
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... film must not discolor, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Color laser printers also require different film from that came with the heat and pressure of incompatible material or that provide the best performance. Please...
... film must not discolor, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Color laser printers also require different film from that came with the heat and pressure of incompatible material or that provide the best performance. Please...
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...: 1 Ensure that the manufacturer's recommended toner is being used for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer model or duplex accessory 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....for color duplex printing has been optimized for smaller companies and in speed, flexibility, and size; Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that already have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of choice for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier ...
...: 1 Ensure that the manufacturer's recommended toner is being used for laser-printed mailings, please contact your printer model or duplex accessory 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....for color duplex printing has been optimized for smaller companies and in speed, flexibility, and size; Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that already have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of choice for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier ...
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... the storage environment and the printing environment. 2 Guidelines for using media 19 Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of media before unwrapping it. Packaging must protect the media from extremes in plastic. q Rewrap partially.... Follow these guidelines when stacking and storing print media: q Do not store cartons or reams directly on shelves. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to wrap all cartons on top of each other. q Stack each carton upright. Allow one underneath. q Do ...
... the storage environment and the printing environment. 2 Guidelines for using media 19 Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of media before unwrapping it. Packaging must protect the media from extremes in plastic. q Rewrap partially.... Follow these guidelines when stacking and storing print media: q Do not store cartons or reams directly on shelves. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are designed to wrap all cartons on top of each other. q Stack each carton upright. Allow one underneath. q Do ...
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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... printer for using the printing procedures that has been stored improperly or is stored? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you using media" on ...
... 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... printer for using the printing procedures that has been stored improperly or is stored? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you using media" on ...