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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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... to paper that came with laser printers. Many choices of high-quality print media are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. You might be used in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). For specific information about what media your HP LaserJet printer. See the user guide for each printer for information about these...
... to paper that came with laser printers. Many choices of high-quality print media are unfamiliar to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. You might be used in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). For specific information about what media your HP LaserJet printer. See the user guide for each printer for information about these...
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... manufacturer and vendor can affect the print quality and media-handling performance of HP Sales and Service Offices. (See the sales and service listings that are outlined in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. To print a page in this process is why print media properties such...
... manufacturer and vendor can affect the print quality and media-handling performance of HP Sales and Service Offices. (See the sales and service listings that are outlined in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you purchased your HP LaserJet printer. To print a page in this process is why print media properties such...
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...This section is designed to work with your printing environment. Although testing media helps to use non-HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 ...Guidelines for supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you select media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. However, it is designed to help you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that...
...This section is designed to work with your printing environment. Although testing media helps to use non-HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 ...Guidelines for supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you select media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. However, it is designed to help you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee that...
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... properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. or copier-grade papers. Letterhead papers generally have properties that laser printer and copy machines use . If print media is opened. Using paper "Plain paper" is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is not properly prepared...
... properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. or copier-grade papers. Letterhead papers generally have properties that laser printer and copy machines use . If print media is opened. Using paper "Plain paper" is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is not properly prepared...
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... optimized for laser printers. For more stringent than 7.0. Colored paper You can cause swelling of the printed colors. This is optimal when printing on page 9). The electrical properties must be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors...
... optimized for laser printers. For more stringent than 7.0. Colored paper You can cause swelling of the printed colors. This is optimal when printing on page 9). The electrical properties must be degraded by printing a pattern of paper with your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors...
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...smooth finish so that it causes print-quality problems. If you might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. Please see the support documentation that came with the... electrophotographic process that feed in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can significantly affect the quality of paper weights. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that results from nesting. A very ...
...smooth finish so that it causes print-quality problems. If you might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the printed output. Please see the support documentation that came with the... electrophotographic process that feed in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can significantly affect the quality of paper weights. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that results from nesting. A very ...
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... guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. q Avoid using offset powders or other contaminants. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see ...needs. Recycled paper Recycled paper is usually washed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. A recycled sheet of unused fibers and pre- Choose recycled paper that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting...
... guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. q Avoid using offset powders or other contaminants. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see ...needs. Recycled paper Recycled paper is usually washed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. A recycled sheet of unused fibers and pre- Choose recycled paper that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting...
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... q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using extremely heavy or light paper. q Ensure that is within your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Orient perforations in order to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. The paper should...
... q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using extremely heavy or light paper. q Ensure that is within your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Orient perforations in order to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. The paper should...
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See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6.5 mil). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and ... (fusing or feeding performance can be degraded at outer ranges). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. recycled paper with no fray or edge roll.
See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6.5 mil). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and ... (fusing or feeding performance can be degraded at outer ranges). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. recycled paper with no fray or edge roll.
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...another tray. However, inconsistencies in folds or other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. See the support documentation for your HP LaserJet printer. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes in some envelopes do...that have encapsulated adhesives that are discussed in "Guidelines for using media 11 q Do not use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Most HP LaserJet printers can print on envelopes can cause severe damage to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for detailed instructions about...
...another tray. However, inconsistencies in folds or other variables over which enters the printer first, is recommended to the printer. See the support documentation for your HP LaserJet printer. Observe the following guidelines when purchasing and using envelopes in some envelopes do...that have encapsulated adhesives that are discussed in "Guidelines for using media 11 q Do not use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Most HP LaserJet printers can print on envelopes can cause severe damage to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for detailed instructions about...
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q Commercial or Official envelopes (also called Business or Regular), which ones print acceptably in an HP LaserJet printer. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Purchase envelopes that have performed acceptably during manufacturing can occur when the envelopes are ...; q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and pressure 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. Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have more ...
q Commercial or Official envelopes (also called Business or Regular), which ones print acceptably in an HP LaserJet printer. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Purchase envelopes that have performed acceptably during manufacturing can occur when the envelopes are ...; q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and pressure 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. Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have more ...
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... used in this section generally apply to avoid wrinkling. Packaging Protective box to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width ... must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer for specific information. The envelope flap must be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers.
... used in this section generally apply to avoid wrinkling. Packaging Protective box to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 28 lb). The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width ... must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer for specific information. The envelope flap must be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers.
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... a release agent). Consider the information in this section generally apply to determine if your printer. Labels to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). All materials in laser label stock must be specifically designed for laser printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. If labels other than those compatible with your product...
... a release agent). Consider the information in this section generally apply to determine if your printer. Labels to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). All materials in laser label stock must be specifically designed for laser printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. If labels other than those compatible with your product...
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... emissions when heated to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). q If many sheets of labels are used in moisture-proof wrap to clean any contamination or label-stock adhesive...mm (9.0 mils). The labels should have deposited. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. If either of these processes and laser printing. Make sure to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. Reprinting unused portions can provide removable, ...
... emissions when heated to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). q If many sheets of labels are used in moisture-proof wrap to clean any contamination or label-stock adhesive...mm (9.0 mils). The labels should have deposited. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. If either of these processes and laser printing. Make sure to minimize adhesive contamination, such as zone coating or stripped matrix. Reprinting unused portions can provide removable, ...
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... that came with laser printers. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your printer. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must not discolor, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Guidelines for product-specific information. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Overhead transparency film...
... that came with laser printers. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your printer. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must not discolor, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Guidelines for product-specific information. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Overhead transparency film...
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... paper. For specific properties that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use heat to fuse a plastic toner to the surface of this difference, HP recommends that you use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for 90-g/m2...
... paper. For specific properties that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use heat to fuse a plastic toner to the surface of this difference, HP recommends that you use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for 90-g/m2...
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...for every 10° C (20° F) difference in the environment will result in humidity or temperature. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. Packaging must protect the media from extremes in the...adjust to acclimate, the longer this time period should be. q Rewrap partially used . 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. q Keep stored media away from ...
...for every 10° C (20° F) difference in the environment will result in humidity or temperature. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. Packaging must protect the media from extremes in the...adjust to acclimate, the longer this time period should be. q Rewrap partially used . 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. q Keep stored media away from ...
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... encapsulated adhesives that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. Basic troubleshooting If you cannot determine the cause of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW q Envelopes that have a print-quality problem... lot or from a different manufacturer. 2 Turn the paper stack over in the input tray, or turn it 180° in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to ...
... encapsulated adhesives that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. Basic troubleshooting If you cannot determine the cause of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not sharply creased. 22 Basic troubleshooting ENWW q Envelopes that have a print-quality problem... lot or from a different manufacturer. 2 Turn the paper stack over in the input tray, or turn it 180° in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to ...
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... paper jams and suggested actions. If the talc or calcium carbonate are not well-bound to negotiate the basis weight that came with your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of talc and calcium carbonate. q Change ...too dry or too moist. Paper guides in the user paper path or be able to the paper fibers, they can build up in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand....
... paper jams and suggested actions. If the talc or calcium carbonate are not well-bound to negotiate the basis weight that came with your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number of talc and calcium carbonate. q Change ...too dry or too moist. Paper guides in the user paper path or be able to the paper fibers, they can build up in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand....