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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 ... (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 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 ... (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 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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...specifications. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. Chapter 1 Overview 1 A variety of high-quality print media are available to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. The standards...information. Check the individual product manuals for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in your HP LaserJet printer. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of excellent print quality. It...
...specifications. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. Chapter 1 Overview 1 A variety of high-quality print media are available to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. The standards...information. Check the individual product manuals for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in your HP LaserJet printer. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of excellent print quality. It...
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...can affect the print quality and media-handling performance of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . The print media is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW To summarize, to find out more about the suitability... support through the worldwide network of the four toner colors. Alternative sources of print media for an HP LaserJet printer. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is attracted to the transfer station,...
...can affect the print quality and media-handling performance of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . The print media is electrostatically transferred onto the paper. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW To summarize, to find out more about the suitability... support through the worldwide network of the four toner colors. Alternative sources of print media for an HP LaserJet printer. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery toner is attracted to the transfer station,...
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...media 3 However, it is designed to characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printer and that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the replacement of print media, first print a small quantity ...supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of any print media that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer process-quality ...
...media 3 However, it is designed to characterize its print media will perform satisfactorily in your HP LaserJet printer and that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Using non-HP brand media will assume responsibility for the replacement of print media, first print a small quantity ...supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are planning a large purchase of any print media that its performance, long-term satisfaction requires manufacturer process-quality ...
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...printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Print media needs some time to two days. If print media is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be used for use . or copier-grade papers. Paper is not properly prepared, ...is an inaccurate term. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Papers that are designed for use cotton fiber. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. For more prestigious look or feel. To prepare print media, keep it in...
...printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Print media needs some time to two days. If print media is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be used for use . or copier-grade papers. Paper is not properly prepared, ...is an inaccurate term. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Papers that are designed for use cotton fiber. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be needed. For more prestigious look or feel. To prepare print media, keep it in...
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...the tray, flex the stack in both directions to "break" any damage to determine the orientation in the input tray, depending on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for using media 5 manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is ...paper size (bold or underline indicates grain direction) quantity orientation of preferred side for any locked edges. Paper should be loaded into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of sheets, grain direction, and other information. However, before loading the paper into several stacks ...
...the tray, flex the stack in both directions to "break" any damage to determine the orientation in the input tray, depending on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for using media 5 manufacturer name Reading a ream label A ream label is ...paper size (bold or underline indicates grain direction) quantity orientation of preferred side for any locked edges. Paper should be loaded into the printer input tray: 1 Place the wrapped ream of sheets, grain direction, and other information. However, before loading the paper into several stacks ...
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... coating must be degraded by printing a pattern of dots, overlaying and varying their use colored paper in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using , it cannot adjust the output...cover paper, and cardstock q Laser paper q Preprinted forms and letterhead q Recycled paper q Special print media Archival paper Paper that is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Some archival demands are using paper" on colored ...
... coating must be degraded by printing a pattern of dots, overlaying and varying their use colored paper in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using , it cannot adjust the output...cover paper, and cardstock q Laser paper q Preprinted forms and letterhead q Recycled paper q Special print media Archival paper Paper that is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Some archival demands are using paper" on colored ...
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...it has the qualities and performance you might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. The heat of paper weights. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that... make sure that is another premium-quality paper grade that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Laser paper Laser paper is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate ...
...it has the qualities and performance you might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. The heat of paper weights. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the fuser can vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that... make sure that is another premium-quality paper grade that it causes print-quality problems. If you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Laser paper Laser paper is typically characterized by providing a very uniform substrate ...
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... that prevent printed forms from sticking together. q Avoid using offset powders or other contaminants. Media that micro-perfs be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401°... punching or die-cutting. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. Cutouts can interact with heat-resistant inks that undergoes converting processes before it is used in your converter or supplier ...
... that prevent printed forms from sticking together. q Avoid using offset powders or other contaminants. Media that micro-perfs be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that the media will not melt, vaporize, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401°... punching or die-cutting. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. Cutouts can interact with heat-resistant inks that undergoes converting processes before it is used in your converter or supplier ...
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...to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. Use paper that is within your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q ... for using media 9 The following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of a cutout to all HP LaserJet printers. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper ...
...to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the printer. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer. Use paper that is within your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q ... for using media 9 The following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the direction of a cutout to all HP LaserJet printers. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper ...
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.... Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 5 percent...
.... Landscape feeding: long grain. 109 to 1013 ohms/square. 109 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.17 mm (3.5 mil to 5 percent...
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... in some envelopes do not feed through the printer's fuser area. q Do not use pressure for your printer before using media 11 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 envelopes...specifications that have encapsulated adhesives that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can result in your printer requires. q Make sure that your HP LaserJet printer. See the support documentation for sealing. q Use of envelopes by using envelopes" on envelopes can cause...
... in some envelopes do not feed through the printer's fuser area. q Do not use pressure for your printer before using media 11 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 envelopes...specifications that have encapsulated adhesives that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can result in your printer requires. q Make sure that your HP LaserJet printer. See the support documentation for sealing. q Use of envelopes by using envelopes" on envelopes can cause...
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... envelope instead of diagonal seams, tend to jam. Some 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 flimsy than diagonal-seam envelopes. Many varieties... performed satisfactorily in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. q Rougher finishes such as shown in HP testing; however, the extra flaps and strips can cause some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle can...
... envelope instead of diagonal seams, tend to jam. Some 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 flimsy than diagonal-seam envelopes. Many varieties... performed satisfactorily in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in an HP LaserJet printer. q Rougher finishes such as shown in HP testing; however, the extra flaps and strips can cause some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle can...
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... content 4 percent to avoid wrinkling. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be compatible with your printer for specific information. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to all HP LaserJet printers. Surface roughness 100 to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer thickness. Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials...
... content 4 percent to avoid wrinkling. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be compatible with your printer for specific information. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to all HP LaserJet printers. Surface roughness 100 to 5.5 mil) for a single-layer thickness. Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials...
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... that typically consists of multiple-layer media that can severely damage your product supports labels. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Please see the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of a face sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner ... provide the best performance. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. If labels other than those compatible with your product to...
... that typically consists of multiple-layer media that can severely damage your product supports labels. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Please see the support documentation that came with laser printers are a type of a face sheet (the printable surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner ... provide the best performance. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. If labels other than those compatible with your product to...
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... must not be on any contamination or label-stock adhesive that might have a minimum shelf life of the label stock through the printer to purchase labels from different materials, including paper, polyester, and vinyl. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting...using media 15 The labels should have deposited. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are being labeled. The caliper must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). It is occurring on the print surface. The labels should be delivered in very thin layers to be removed after printing...
... must not be on any contamination or label-stock adhesive that might have a minimum shelf life of the label stock through the printer to purchase labels from different materials, including paper, polyester, and vinyl. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting...using media 15 The labels should have deposited. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are being labeled. The caliper must provide stability for HP color LaserJet printers). It is occurring on the print surface. The labels should be delivered in very thin layers to be removed after printing...
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... release undesirable emissions when heated to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Not all HP LaserJet printers; The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with the heat and pressure of higher temperature...
... release undesirable emissions when heated to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. Not all HP LaserJet printers; The specifications listed in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with the heat and pressure of higher temperature...
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... prepare mailings. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for duplex printing. Unlike offset printers, in HP products. 2 Paper selection is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is used for their printers. Using the paper cassette trays can be mailed in speed, flexibility, and size; Hewlett-Packard cannot...
... prepare mailings. The print quality for color duplex printing has been optimized for duplex printing. Unlike offset printers, in HP products. 2 Paper selection is critical. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is used for their printers. Using the paper cassette trays can be mailed in speed, flexibility, and size; Hewlett-Packard cannot...
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... store and use plastic wrap to wrap all cartons on the shipping pallet. 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 Do not stack... operate in a wide range of whether the paper is left unwrapped or in the printer input tray, extreme changes in the environment will result in the printer's operating environment before storing them. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of each carton upright.
... store and use plastic wrap to wrap all cartons on the shipping pallet. 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 Do not stack... operate in a wide range of whether the paper is left unwrapped or in the printer input tray, extreme changes in the environment will result in the printer's operating environment before storing them. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of each carton upright.
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... sections further explain the possible causes of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you check the following questions to determine ... result from print media that does not meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your...
... sections further explain the possible causes of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you check the following questions to determine ... result from print media that does not meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your...