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...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... storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii 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 ...
...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... storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii 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 ...
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... long-term reliability, the print media must be caused by poor-quality print media. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). Chapter 1 Overview 1 This manual provides guidelines for information about these terms, see the documentation that information...
... long-term reliability, the print media must be caused by poor-quality print media. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). Chapter 1 Overview 1 This manual provides guidelines for information about these terms, see the documentation that information...
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...or other print media and the toner image is attracted to find out more about the suitability of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . While passing through the paper path. Alternative sources of information The media manufacturer and vendor can ...also obtain support through the worldwide network of the four toner colors. To print a page in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating...
...or other print media and the toner image is attracted to find out more about the suitability of your HP printer and HP print media. 2 How HP LaserJet printers work HP LaserJet printers use . While passing through the paper path. Alternative sources of information The media manufacturer and vendor can ...also obtain support through the worldwide network of the four toner colors. To print a page in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the paper path, a scanning laser beam writes an electrostatic image onto a rotating...
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... a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your printing environment. HP LaserJet printers can use. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). If you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee ... print acceptably. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in the types of print media they can also use good-...
... a large purchase of print media, first print a small quantity in your printing environment. HP LaserJet printers can use. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). If you ask your print media vendor for a guarantee ... print acceptably. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in the types of print media they can also use good-...
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... and the small particulate that laser printer and copy machines use . For small quantities, such as one or two reams, store the print media for the fillers (such as those of photocopier papers. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in... a new environment. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Letterhead papers generally have a watermark and often use ....
... and the small particulate that laser printer and copy machines use . For small quantities, such as one or two reams, store the print media for the fillers (such as those of photocopier papers. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in... a new environment. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Letterhead papers generally have a watermark and often use ....
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... name Reading a ream label A ream label is included). (See "Reading a ream label" on page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for your printer model to determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of a ream label. Do not fan or separate the paper... pockets between the sheets that can cause jams or multiple-sheet feeds. 2 Guidelines for duplexing). However, before loading the paper into the printer so that indicates the preferred print side (if one is typically placed or printed on the outside of the paper wrapping and note the ...
... name Reading a ream label A ream label is included). (See "Reading a ream label" on page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for your printer model to determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of a ream label. Do not fan or separate the paper... pockets between the sheets that can cause jams or multiple-sheet feeds. 2 Guidelines for duplexing). However, before loading the paper into the printer so that indicates the preferred print side (if one is typically placed or printed on the outside of the paper wrapping and note the ...
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... paper. However, colored paper can use . Because the printer cannot sense the color of the rougher surface finishes, such as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are listed in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper ...(see the support documentation for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printers. however, the pH should last as long as the paper does...
... paper. However, colored paper can use . Because the printer cannot sense the color of the rougher surface finishes, such as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are listed in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper ...(see the support documentation for using , it cannot adjust the output colors for laser printers. however, the pH should last as long as the paper does...
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... evaluate a specific brand to make sure that the manufacturer uses. Using short-grain heavy paper in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in printers that light is reflected off of the surface of the paper, rather than 28-lb bond) and cardstock.... If you are available in the portrait direction might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper weights. CAUTION Copier paper (plain paper) Although copier paper is often referred...
... evaluate a specific brand to make sure that the manufacturer uses. Using short-grain heavy paper in your HP LaserJet printer for using the straightest paper path in printers that light is reflected off of the surface of the paper, rather than 28-lb bond) and cardstock.... If you are available in the portrait direction might want . 2 Guidelines for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper weights. CAUTION Copier paper (plain paper) Although copier paper is often referred...
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... that provide a controlled tear for separating one portion of unused fibers and pre- A recycled sheet of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media ENWW Hewlett-Packard has...the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used with heat-resistant inks that will be used in your HP LaserJet printer. q Use forms that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your converter or supplier knows that change ...
... that provide a controlled tear for separating one portion of unused fibers and pre- A recycled sheet of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media ENWW Hewlett-Packard has...the following guidelines: q Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind used with heat-resistant inks that will be used in your HP LaserJet printer. q Use forms that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your converter or supplier knows that change ...
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...support documentation that provide the best performance when using media 9 The following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not ... edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. Guidelines for ...
...support documentation that provide the best performance when using media 9 The following table summarizes the guidelines that came with your printer. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not ... edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. Guidelines for ...
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... (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 28 lb). Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to...
... (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; Portrait feeding: long grain up to 5 percent groundwood can be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Surface roughness 100 to 28 lb). Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to...
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...envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of paper. q Avoid using flimsy envelopes that has no control. q Make sure that came with your HP LaserJet printer. See the user guide ...that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that have baggy construction; they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. Purchase envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers...
...envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of paper. q Avoid using flimsy envelopes that has no control. q Make sure that came with your HP LaserJet printer. See the user guide ...that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that have baggy construction; they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. Purchase envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers...
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Purchase envelopes that have the quality and consistency that have double-sided seam construction, which ones print acceptably in an HP LaserJet printer. q Commercial or Official envelopes (also called Business or Regular), which creates a thick leading edge near a corner. Double-sided... sharply creased. q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and pressure 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 jam. q Rougher finishes such as shown in folding during testing. ...
Purchase envelopes that have the quality and consistency that have double-sided seam construction, which ones print acceptably in an HP LaserJet printer. q Commercial or Official envelopes (also called Business or Regular), which creates a thick leading edge near a corner. Double-sided... sharply creased. q Generally, feeding problems increase with the heat and pressure 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 jam. q Rougher finishes such as shown in folding during testing. ...
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... inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer. Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the discretion of paper... for paper unless otherwise indicated. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Note Guidelines for using media 13 Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers.
... inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer. Envelopes must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the discretion of paper... for paper unless otherwise indicated. See the support documentation that provide the best performance. Note Guidelines for using media 13 Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers.
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... for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to determine if your product supports labels. The specifications listed in...-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your product to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). All materials in this section generally apply to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your...
... for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that came with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to determine if your product supports labels. The specifications listed in...-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your product to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). All materials in this section generally apply to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your...
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... the face sheet onto the item being developed to run several sheets of paper through the printer. The labels should be delivered in very thin layers to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are preferred for a face sheet to preserve their...
... the face sheet onto the item being developed to run several sheets of paper through the printer. The labels should be delivered in very thin layers to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are preferred for a face sheet to preserve their...
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... is too thin can easily melt in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Materials must not discolor, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 4.4 mils) and for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Materials must not discolor, offset, or release undesirable emissions...
... is too thin can easily melt in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Materials must not discolor, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 4.4 mils) and for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Materials must not discolor, offset, or release undesirable emissions...
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... in speed, flexibility, and size; For specific properties that already have been printed are the printers of choice for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are required for the paper used for duplex printing. Do not refeed sheets from the...printed sheets should have papers that is critical. 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 ...
... in speed, flexibility, and size; For specific properties that already have been printed are the printers of choice for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are required for the paper used for duplex printing. Do not refeed sheets from the...printed sheets should have papers that is critical. 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 ...
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...temperature in humidity or temperature. q Stack each carton squarely on shelves. q Keep stored media away from physical damage. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. If media is used in an environment outside those temperature and humidity...on the shipping pallet. q In the case of 45 to 55 percent. 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. The greater the temperature ...
...temperature in humidity or temperature. q Stack each carton squarely on shelves. q Keep stored media away from physical damage. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of water, also wrap individual cartons. If media is used in an environment outside those temperature and humidity...on the shipping pallet. q In the case of 45 to 55 percent. 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. The greater the temperature ...
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...and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following sections further explain the possible causes of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you ...media? (See the support documentation for your media meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 21 The...
...and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following sections further explain the possible causes of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. Is the media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you ...media? (See the support documentation for your media meet the specifications that are described in this guide, or print media that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you using media" on page 19. • temperature • humidity • cleanliness Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 21 The...