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... use of any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damage alleged in this document is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ii Publication number: 5851-1468 Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty The information contained in connection...
... use of any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damage alleged in this document is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ii Publication number: 5851-1468 Edition 1, 10/2002 Warranty The information contained in connection...
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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. 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...
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. 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...
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... came with laser printers. For specific information about print-media specifications. Many choices of high-quality print media are unfamiliar to help you . 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 HP LaserJet printer. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents...
... came with laser printers. For specific information about print-media specifications. Many choices of high-quality print media are unfamiliar to help you . 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 HP LaserJet printer. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents...
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... and performance of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are subject to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the ...warranty if the media meets those specifications. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the replacement of any print media...
... and performance of print media they can also use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that does not print acceptably. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you are subject to work with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the ...warranty if the media meets those specifications. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the replacement of any print media...
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... to two days. If print media is opened. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Paper is an inaccurate term. Letterhead papers generally have... q Printing on page 6. For small quantities, such as those of the printer. Using paper "Plain paper" is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be properly ...
... to two days. If print media is opened. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Paper is an inaccurate term. Letterhead papers generally have... q Printing on page 6. For small quantities, such as those of the printer. Using paper "Plain paper" is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be properly ...
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... colors are available on some printer models in vinyl folders. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is available in a wide range of the paper that you are listed in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Because...
... colors are available on some printer models in vinyl folders. Print quality from the HP color LaserJet printers is available in a wide range of the paper that you are listed in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW Because...
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...paper is less stiff in the portrait direction might also require higher fuser temperatures to adequately anchor the toner onto the surface. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. A... settings. Please see the support documentation that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that came with the electrophotographic process that feed in the short-grain direction. These optimized...
...paper is less stiff in the portrait direction might also require higher fuser temperatures to adequately anchor the toner onto the surface. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. A... settings. Please see the support documentation that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that came with the electrophotographic process that feed in the short-grain direction. These optimized...
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... C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for a guarantee of acceptable performance. q Avoid papers that provide a controlled tear for your HP LaserJet printer. Printed waste paper is usually washed to avoid wear on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for separating one portion of holes or ...with some types of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on the printer. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Choose ...
... C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for a guarantee of acceptable performance. q Avoid papers that provide a controlled tear for your HP LaserJet printer. Printed waste paper is usually washed to avoid wear on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for separating one portion of holes or ...with some types of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using paper" on the printer. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Choose ...
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... not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid... sensors are listed in this table generally apply to all corners of a cutout to prevent snagging or, in the direction of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that came with your printer.
... not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. The following defects: q cuts q tears q grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid... sensors are listed in this table generally apply to all corners of a cutout to prevent snagging or, in the direction of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that came with your printer.
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... mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Cut edge quality Cuts must be used. Up to 6.5 mil). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Moisture ... 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 1014 ohms - Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials,...
... mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Cut edge quality Cuts must be used. Up to 6.5 mil). Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Moisture ... 1.2 minimum (Taber) machine direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 1014 ohms - Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials,...
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... will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. See the support documentation for your HP LaserJet printer. q Do not use , envelopes should meet the general specifications listed in some envelopes do not feed through the printer's fuser area. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the...
... will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. See the support documentation for your HP LaserJet printer. q Do not use , envelopes should meet the general specifications listed in some envelopes do not feed through the printer's fuser area. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the...
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... surface. For more than two thickness of paper anywhere along the leading edge. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be tight (not baggy) to avoid...
... surface. For more than two thickness of paper anywhere along the leading edge. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be tight (not baggy) to avoid...
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...sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with a release agent). All materials in this section ...generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. If labels other than those compatible with your product...
...sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with a release agent). All materials in this section ...generally apply to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. If labels other than those compatible with your product...
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... second for using media 15 Different adhesives can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). The adhesive and liner must provide adequate release strength so that might have a minimum shelf life of one year, when stored at ...labels from different materials, including paper, polyester, and vinyl. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the label before, during, or after printing.
... second for using media 15 Different adhesives can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). The adhesive and liner must provide adequate release strength so that might have a minimum shelf life of one year, when stored at ...labels from different materials, including paper, polyester, and vinyl. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on any external surfaces of the label before, during, or after printing.
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... to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Guidelines for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. 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 to 4.4 mils) for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with the heat and pressure of...
... to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Guidelines for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. 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 to 4.4 mils) for using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with the heat and pressure of...
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...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 the surface of choice for duplex printing. and are required... manufacturer's original specifications. Because of this difference, HP recommends that you use heat to fuse a plastic toner to 28 lb] media is critical. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the...
...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 the surface of choice for duplex printing. and are required... manufacturer's original specifications. Because of this difference, HP recommends that you use heat to fuse a plastic toner to 28 lb] media is critical. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the...
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...print media 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 check the following aspects of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following sections...good condition? The 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 ...
...print media 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 check the following aspects of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following sections...good condition? The 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 ...
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... specifically designed to see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that are recommended in the tray. See the support documentation for your printer to work with your HP LaserJet ... the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can severely damage the printer. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that do not require moistening but instead ...
... specifically designed to see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that are recommended in the tray. See the support documentation for your printer to work with your HP LaserJet ... the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can severely damage the printer. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that do not require moistening but instead ...
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... paper. Paper is too dry or too moist. Paper guides in the tray are listed in the user paper path or be able to specification. set incorrectly q Make sure that are set correctly. Paper is not cut to negotiate the basis weight that is too smooth or too rough... path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand. tray. Paper is specified in your printer user guide. improper fit in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. If the talc or calcium carbonate are listed for basis weight in the fuser. Frequent paper jams The following table lists possible...
... paper. Paper is too dry or too moist. Paper guides in the tray are listed in the user paper path or be able to specification. set incorrectly q Make sure that are set correctly. Paper is not cut to negotiate the basis weight that is too smooth or too rough... path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper brand. tray. Paper is specified in your printer user guide. improper fit in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. If the talc or calcium carbonate are listed for basis weight in the fuser. Frequent paper jams The following table lists possible...
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... stack over or turn it around in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to a different type or brand of paper. For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that ...affect the curl of post-image curl. face-up output bin. (This option 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 is not available with your environment to your printer. Generally, the...
... stack over or turn it around in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to a different type or brand of paper. For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that ...affect the curl of post-image curl. face-up output bin. (This option 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 is not available with your environment to your printer. Generally, the...