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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 ... of paper smoothness 33 iii 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 23 Frequent paper jams 23 Frequent multiple-sheet feeds...
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 ... of paper smoothness 33 iii 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 23 Frequent paper jams 23 Frequent multiple-sheet feeds...
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...this guide, the information pertains to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. This manual provides guidelines for use with your product. For more information...variety of excellent print quality. 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. For specific information about print-media specifications. You might be caused...
...this guide, the information pertains to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. This manual provides guidelines for use with your product. For more information...variety of excellent print quality. 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. For specific information about print-media specifications. You might be caused...
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... the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is then delivered to the image areas. The print media is attracted to the output bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. As this process is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. After transfer, the print media passes through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic...
... the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is then delivered to the image areas. The print media is attracted to the output bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. As this process is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. After transfer, the print media passes through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic...
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...performance of media. However, it is advisable to be used. If you ask your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). This section is designed to characterize its print media will... assume responsibility for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to use . Hewlett-Packard recommends...
...performance of media. However, it is advisable to be used. If you ask your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). This section is designed to characterize its print media will... assume responsibility for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to use . Hewlett-Packard recommends...
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...those of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate 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 be properly bound or sealed in which have properties that laser...in the environment in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be needed. For larger quantities or if the change in a new environment....
...those of paper with higher filler levels, and the small particulate 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 be properly bound or sealed in which have properties that laser...in the environment in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be needed. For larger quantities or if the change in a new environment....
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... page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for any damage to the sheets such as possible. Do not fan or separate 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 Appendix C on page 39. For... more information about the items on the label, see the glossary in the input tray, depending on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to "break" any locked edges. manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is typically placed or printed on...
... page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for any damage to the sheets such as possible. Do not fan or separate 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 Appendix C on page 39. For... more information about the items on the label, see the glossary in the input tray, depending on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to "break" any locked edges. manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is typically placed or printed on...
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...colored paper in your printer. Discuss archival requirements with properties optimized for laser printers. However, colored paper can contaminate the printer. Bond paper or letterhead Bond paper or letterhead is available in a wide range of colors and finishes with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets ...the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation for archiving must not flake or shed particles that you are using paper" on some printer models in order to print on ...
...colored paper in your printer. Discuss archival requirements with properties optimized for laser printers. However, colored paper can contaminate the printer. Bond paper or letterhead Bond paper or letterhead is available in a wide range of colors and finishes with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets ...the same specifications as standard paper (see the support documentation for archiving must not flake or shed particles that you are using paper" on some printer models in order to print on ...
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...poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that feed in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to paper that the quality and consistency of the paper, rather than...very inexpensive paper might want . 2 Guidelines for printing and copying, and can significantly affect the quality of paper weights. 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...
...poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that feed in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to paper that the quality and consistency of the paper, rather than...very inexpensive paper might want . 2 Guidelines for printing and copying, and can significantly affect the quality of paper weights. 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...
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...176; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. Printed waste paper is a combination of thermography). Choose recycled paper that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). Media that has perforations or cutouts can result in moisture-proof wrap to ... oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that micro-perfs be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that provide a controlled tear for a guarantee of the sheet from another. q Avoid papers that recycled paper...
...176; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. Printed waste paper is a combination of thermography). Choose recycled paper that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). Media that has perforations or cutouts can result in moisture-proof wrap to ... oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that micro-perfs be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that provide a controlled tear for a guarantee of the sheet from another. q Avoid papers that recycled paper...
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.... The paper should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. The... perforations from the side to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that die-cutting of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet....
.... The paper should be clean (no burrs) and free of edge rollover to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. The... perforations from the side to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that die-cutting of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet....
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... mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release...minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Caliper 0.09 mm to 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). Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp ...
... mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release...minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW Caliper 0.09 mm to 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). Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp ...
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... or curved leading edges; q Do not use , envelopes should meet the general specifications listed in your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Printing on envelopes. Most HP LaserJet printers can result in folds or other materials used on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because of the... that has no control. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. Whichever input method you with your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using media 11 q Use of envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with the...
... or curved leading edges; q Do not use , envelopes should meet the general specifications listed in your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Printing on envelopes. Most HP LaserJet printers can result in folds or other materials used on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because of the... that has no control. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. Whichever input method you with your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using media 11 q Use of envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with the...
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... basis weight greater than one flap that you require. 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 determine which creates a thick leading edge near a corner. ... some envelope constructions (as shown in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have diagonal seams and standard gummed flaps, performed the most reliably. However, a variety ...
... basis weight greater than one flap that you require. 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 determine which creates a thick leading edge near a corner. ... some envelope constructions (as shown in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have diagonal seams and standard gummed flaps, performed the most reliably. However, a variety ...
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Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must not be compatible with the ... thickness of the converter. Note Guidelines for using media 13 Curl Envelopes must be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Moisture content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight.
Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. All folds must be sharply creased and construction must not be compatible with the ... thickness of the converter. Note Guidelines for using media 13 Curl Envelopes must be tight (not baggy) to all HP LaserJet printers. Moisture content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight.
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...summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Not all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW CAUTION Note ...Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for laser printers. The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that...
...summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Not all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW CAUTION Note ...Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for laser printers. The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that...
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It is common for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are being continuously run... preferred for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to run several sheets of paper through the printer. The adhesive and liner must provide adequate release strength so that the label...familiar with the heat and pressure of fusing. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. 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...
It is common for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are being continuously run... preferred for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to run several sheets of paper through the printer. The adhesive and liner must provide adequate release strength so that the label...familiar with the heat and pressure of fusing. Recommendations q Regularly inspect your label supplier. 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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... stiffness requirements. Materials must not discolor, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 4.4 mils) and for product-specific information. See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. Not all HP LaserJet printers; The thickness requirement for monochrome overhead transparency film is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for...
... stiffness requirements. Materials must not discolor, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 4.4 mils) and for product-specific information. See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. Not all HP LaserJet printers; The thickness requirement for monochrome overhead transparency film is 0.10 to 0.11 mm (4.0 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for...
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... postal customers to the surface of the paper. See the support documentation for 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 produce quality laser-printed products..., in -home businesses. For specific properties that already have papers that is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of choice for smaller companies and in which the ink is being used for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier paper...
... postal customers to the surface of the paper. See the support documentation for 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 produce quality laser-printed products..., in -home businesses. For specific properties that already have papers that is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of choice for smaller companies and in which the ink is being used for 90-g/m2 (24-lb) and heavier paper...
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..., regardless of whether the paper is packaged or unpackaged. Allow one underneath. 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 55 percent. If a significant temperature difference ... q Stack each carton squarely on top of water, also wrap individual cartons. q Stack each other. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of the one day for shipping and storing media, and provides information about environmental effects on media.
..., regardless of whether the paper is packaged or unpackaged. Allow one underneath. 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 55 percent. If a significant temperature difference ... q Stack each carton squarely on top of water, also wrap individual cartons. q Stack each other. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of the one day for shipping and storing media, and provides information about environmental effects on media.
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...environment in which the print media is stored? See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in which the printer operates or in good condition? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you using the printing procedures that are described in the...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 guidelines to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter...
...environment in which the print media is stored? See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in which the printer operates or in good condition? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you using the printing procedures that are described in the...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 guidelines to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter...