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... Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty The information contained in connection with the furnishing or use of any kind with respect to change without notice. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other...
... Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty The information contained in connection with the furnishing or use of any kind with respect to change without notice. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other...
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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 ... Print-quality problems 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 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels ... Print-quality problems 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.
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...see the glossary in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For more information about print-media specifications. Chapter 1 Overview 1 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, ... scanned, copied, or faxed through the scan path on page 39. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). See the user guide for each printer for use with your product. Many choices of high-...
...see the glossary in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For more information about print-media specifications. Chapter 1 Overview 1 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, ... scanned, copied, or faxed through the scan path on page 39. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). See the user guide for each printer for use with your product. Many choices of high-...
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... media to work with your printing environment. However, it is advisable 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 is designed to use . 2 Guidelines for using media 3 The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance...
... media to work with your printing environment. However, it is advisable 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 is designed to use . 2 Guidelines for using media 3 The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance...
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... be controlled as well as one or two reams, store the print media for one to prevent contamination of the printer. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. However, paper manufacturers are now making process to two days. Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that...be used. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. If print media is opened. Print media needs some time to prepare it will print black satisfactorily on many of these bond ...
... be controlled as well as one or two reams, store the print media for one to prevent contamination of the printer. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. However, paper manufacturers are now making process to two days. Papers that are designed for the electrophotographic process that...be used. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. If print media is opened. Print media needs some time to prepare it will print black satisfactorily on many of these bond ...
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...Special print media Archival paper Paper that can contaminate the printer. Toner is used for archiving must be specifically designed for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are available on some ...printer models in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to print on ...
...Special print media Archival paper Paper that can contaminate the printer. Toner is used for archiving must be specifically designed for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are available on some ...printer models in unsatisfactory performance and poor reliability, and HP does not recommend their spacing to print on ...
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..., rather than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). These variations can tend to flatten the embossed or debossed images. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. These ...than 163 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier bond weights of paper weights. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for specific information about its capabilities and ...
..., rather than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). These variations can tend to flatten the embossed or debossed images. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. These ...than 163 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can enhance color and monochrome halftone reproductions by very smooth and uniform surfaces, excellent formation, heavier bond weights of paper weights. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for specific information about its capabilities and ...
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...with some types of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. q Avoid papers that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Ask for using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. ... When the form is used , because they perform similarly to prevent moisture changes during storage. Special print media Paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for a guarantee of unused fibers and pre- Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, ...
...with some types of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. q Avoid papers that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Ask for using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. ... When the form is used , because they perform similarly to prevent moisture changes during storage. Special print media Paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for a guarantee of unused fibers and pre- Converting processes include preprinting, engraving, die-cutting, perforating, ...
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...HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to prevent snagging or, in the case of labels, peeling. For more information about your printer's specifications... Avoid using extremely heavy or light paper. q Ensure that die-cutting of paper feeding to avoid toner contamination. The specifications that are located. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation ...
...HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q All cuts should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to prevent snagging or, in the case of labels, peeling. For more information about your printer's specifications... Avoid using extremely heavy or light paper. q Ensure that die-cutting of paper feeding to avoid toner contamination. The specifications that are located. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation ...
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... 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 6.5 mil). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Property Basis weight...
... 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 190 Sheffield optimal; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 6.5 mil). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for specific information. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. Property Basis weight...
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... the specifications listed in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Make sure that complies with a sharp, well-creased fold that are discussed in this document. Most HP LaserJet printers .... CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use pressure for your printer before using envelopes in your HP LaserJet printer. Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can ...
... the specifications listed in "Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Make sure that complies with a sharp, well-creased fold that are discussed in this document. Most HP LaserJet printers .... CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use pressure for your printer before using envelopes in your HP LaserJet printer. Envelopes containing windows, clasps, or snaps can ...
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...° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Protective box to avoid wrinkling. Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Envelopes should meet the specifications for a single-layer thickness. All folds must be sharply creased and...more than two thickness of the converter. Note Guidelines for using media 13 Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent...
...° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Packaging Protective box to avoid wrinkling. Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Envelopes should meet the specifications for a single-layer thickness. All folds must be sharply creased and...more than two thickness of the converter. Note Guidelines for using media 13 Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent...
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...labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that came with your printer for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Please see the support documentation that typically consists of a face sheet (the printable surface),...Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels to be specifically designed for laser printers. Guidelines for ...
...labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that came with your printer for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Please see the support documentation that typically consists of a face sheet (the printable surface),...Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels to be specifically designed for laser printers. Guidelines for ...
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... Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of ...is common for any contamination or label-stock adhesive that adhesive contamination is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Improved processes are being developed to clean any indication that box or lot-number of...important to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be made from a knowledgeable converter who is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that the label edges are preferred for using media 15 The ...
... Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of ...is common for any contamination or label-stock adhesive that adhesive contamination is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Improved processes are being developed to clean any indication that box or lot-number of...important to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be made from a knowledgeable converter who is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that the label edges are preferred for using media 15 The ...
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... that came with your product to determine if your HP LaserJet printer user guide for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. 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...The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that used in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with the...
... that came with your product to determine if your HP LaserJet printer user guide for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. 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...The following table summarizes the overhead transparency specifications that used in this section generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on page 35 for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with the...
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.... Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of choice for smaller companies and in HP products. 2 Paper selection is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that you use heat to fuse a plastic toner to produce quality laser-printed products... Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can damage your printer. For specific properties that are required for the paper used by more and more information.) Hewlett-Packard recommends manually refeeding sheets only through...
.... Hewlett-Packard cannot predict or guarantee the performance of choice for smaller companies and in HP products. 2 Paper selection is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that you use heat to fuse a plastic toner to produce quality laser-printed products... Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can damage your printer. For specific properties that are required for the paper used by more and more information.) Hewlett-Packard recommends manually refeeding sheets only through...
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... questions to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for ...the following aspects of print media 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 "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in good condition? Is...
... questions to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for ...the following aspects of print media 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 "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in good condition? Is...
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... information, perform the maintenance procedures that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. q Envelopes that are using is specifically designed to a fusing temperature of the single-sheet sample is good, re-examine your printer user guide. q Envelopes that have encapsulated ...in the input tray, or turn it 180° in your envelope and see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page...
... information, perform the maintenance procedures that have clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. q Envelopes that are using is specifically designed to a fusing temperature of the single-sheet sample is good, re-examine your printer user guide. q Envelopes that have encapsulated ...in the input tray, or turn it 180° in your envelope and see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are not square, straight, or constructed correctly. (See "Envelope construction" on page...
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... are appropriate for your printer. tray. improper fit in the printer. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are not well-bound to specification. Do not reuse jammed paper. To recover from the input documentation for more information, see the documentation that came with your printer. q... ream of cause poor print alignment, misstacking, paper. Heavy or stiff q Make sure that are listed in the fuser. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. Doing so can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the user...
... are appropriate for your printer. tray. improper fit in the printer. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are not well-bound to specification. Do not reuse jammed paper. To recover from the input documentation for more information, see the documentation that came with your printer. q... ream of cause poor print alignment, misstacking, paper. Heavy or stiff q Make sure that are listed in the fuser. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. Doing so can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the user...
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...with your environment to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to the another output bin, for the paper that came with some printers.) q Change to a lower setting. q Turn ... For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that is called post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that can affect the curl of the paper. q You might need to...
...with your environment to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to the another output bin, for the paper that came with some printers.) q Change to a lower setting. q Turn ... For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that is called post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that can affect the curl of the paper. q You might need to...