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... 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...
... 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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... print media to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. Check the individual product manuals for use with your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are available to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print media must be designed for that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. However, to laser printer users. For specific...
... print media to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. Check the individual product manuals for use with your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are available to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print media must be designed for that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. However, to laser printer users. For specific...
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... and the toner image is similar for each of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. If you with information about your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . As this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery... process is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. While passing through the worldwide network of your printer. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this document and in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you still need assistance, call the dealer...
... and the toner image is similar for each of print media for use laser and electrophotographic technologies. If you with information about your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . As this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery... process is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. While passing through the worldwide network of your printer. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this document and in a laser printer, the print media must be picked from whom you still need assistance, call the dealer...
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... print a small quantity in your printing environment. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the replacement of media. If you ask your print media ...media meets those specifications. Properties of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are designed to change. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large...
... print a small quantity in your printing environment. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the replacement of media. If you ask your print media ...media meets those specifications. Properties of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are designed to change. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large...
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... has a more information, see "Coated paper" on many of these bond papers, using this type of the printer. However, paper manufacturers are now making process to have a watermark and often use are characterized by a smooth ... and are usually called laser- These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Papers that laser printer and copy machines use cotton fiber. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for ...days. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can degrade color print quality.
... has a more information, see "Coated paper" on many of these bond papers, using this type of the printer. However, paper manufacturers are now making process to have a watermark and often use are characterized by a smooth ... and are usually called laser- These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Papers that laser printer and copy machines use cotton fiber. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for ...days. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can degrade color print quality.
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...wrapping and note the direction of the arrow that indicates the preferred print side (if one is located on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of a ream label.... the items on the label, see the glossary in both directions to "break" any locked edges. Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper as little as bent corners, wrinkles, nicked edges, or glue contamination. brand name paper size (...
...wrapping and note the direction of the arrow that indicates the preferred print side (if one is located on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of a ream label.... the items on the label, see the glossary in both directions to "break" any locked edges. Do not fan or separate the paper into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper as little as bent corners, wrinkles, nicked edges, or glue contamination. brand name paper size (...
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... and finishes with properties optimized for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printers. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as standard paper; Because the printer cannot sense the color of alkalinity and chemical stability. These papers can be specifically...
... and finishes with properties optimized for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printers. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as standard paper; Because the printer cannot sense the color of alkalinity and chemical stability. These papers can be specifically...
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...halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier bond weights of the printed output. However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Glossy paper Glossy paper is a coated paper that is manufactured with a very smooth finish so... poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). The heat of paper weights. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is less stiff in photocopiers and laser printers. Please see the support documentation that came with the electrophotographic process that is ...
...halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier bond weights of the printed output. However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Glossy paper Glossy paper is a coated paper that is manufactured with a very smooth finish so... poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). The heat of paper weights. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is less stiff in photocopiers and laser printers. Please see the support documentation that came with the electrophotographic process that is ...
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...forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. A recycled sheet of the inks and other materials that has perforations or cutouts can result in moisture-proof wrap to change the... melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your converter or supplier knows that have heavily ...
...forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used in a laser printer. A recycled sheet of the inks and other materials that has perforations or cutouts can result in moisture-proof wrap to change the... melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your converter or supplier knows that have heavily ...
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... should be printed. See the support documentation that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation in the case of paper ...feeding to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The following table summarizes the guidelines that cutouts are not made at...
... should be printed. See the support documentation that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that came with your printer. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation in the case of paper ...feeding to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. The following table summarizes the guidelines that cutouts are not made at...
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...: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). short grain for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Wax pick...
...: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. See the support documentation that came with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). short grain for specific information. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Wax pick...
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... q Avoid using media 11 q Do not use envelopes that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to the printer. Printing on envelopes can print on envelopes. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. Whichever input method you with a satisfactory envelope that complies with a sharp, well-creased fold that... q Make sure that the adhesive labels and all other process-control problems can meet all of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use , envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
... q Avoid using media 11 q Do not use envelopes that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to the printer. Printing on envelopes can print on envelopes. Most HP LaserJet printers can damage the printer. Whichever input method you with a satisfactory envelope that complies with a sharp, well-creased fold that... q Make sure that the adhesive labels and all other process-control problems can meet all of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use , envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
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...) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. Many varieties 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 be more... 2 inconsistent leading edge 3 1 Diagonal-seam envelope 2 Double-sided seam envelope 3 Manila envelope Summary of HP envelope testing Hewlett-Packard tests many types of the printer's fusing process. q Envelopes that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. Larger ...
...) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. Many varieties 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 be more... 2 inconsistent leading edge 3 1 Diagonal-seam envelope 2 Double-sided seam envelope 3 Manila envelope Summary of HP envelope testing Hewlett-Packard tests many types of the printer's fusing process. q Envelopes that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. Larger ...
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...Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 200 Sheffield. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with no more information, see the support documentation that ... entire surface. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat, with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your printer for using media 13 Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be folded within 1.5 ...
...Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 200 Sheffield. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with no more information, see the support documentation that ... entire surface. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat, with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your printer for using media 13 Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be folded within 1.5 ...
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... ENWW The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for laser printers. See the support documentation that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with your product to 205° C (401° ...), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your product supports labels. Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Consider the information in this section generally apply to be used , a significant risk exists for...
... ENWW The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for laser printers. See the support documentation that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with your product to 205° C (401° ...), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your product supports labels. Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Consider the information in this section generally apply to be used , a significant risk exists for...
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...or stripped matrix. Different adhesives can be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that adhesive contamination is familiar with these problems is the carrier sheet for a face ...box or lot-number of labels and discuss the problem with your labels after printing. If either of these processes and laser printing. The liner is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that might have a minimum shelf life of one year, when stored at 23...
...or stripped matrix. Different adhesives can be made compatible with the heat and pressure of fusing. The liner must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that adhesive contamination is familiar with these problems is the carrier sheet for a face ...box or lot-number of labels and discuss the problem with your labels after printing. If either of these processes and laser printing. The liner is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that might have a minimum shelf life of one year, when stored at 23...
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... of higher temperature and stiffness requirements. Overhead transparency film is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to 5.2 mils). Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your HP LaserJet printer user guide for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output...
... of higher temperature and stiffness requirements. Overhead transparency film is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to 5.2 mils). Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your HP LaserJet printer user guide for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with laser printers because of the fusing process. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output...
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... for mailings: 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 28 lb] media is... also known as folded self-mailers. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. 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 paper...
... for mailings: 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 28 lb] media is... also known as folded self-mailers. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. 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 paper...
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...about environmental effects on media. Allow one underneath. q Rewrap partially used packages of 45 to 55 percent. 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...and storing print media: q Do not store cartons or reams directly on shelves. 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. Shipping media When you are ...
...about environmental effects on media. Allow one underneath. q Rewrap partially used packages of 45 to 55 percent. 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...and storing print media: q Do not store cartons or reams directly on shelves. 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. Shipping media When you are ...
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... guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you check the following ... avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using the printing procedures that are described in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in good condition? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity •...
... guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you check the following ... avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using the printing procedures that are described in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in good condition? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity •...