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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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...must be designed for selecting and using print media to paper that information. When HP LaserJet printers are available to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. Check the individual product manuals for information about these terms, see the documentation ...can be caused by poor-quality print media. Many choices of excellent print quality. It also contains information to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. You might be used in this guide, the information pertains to help you . ...
...must be designed for selecting and using print media to paper that information. When HP LaserJet printers are available to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer. Check the individual product manuals for information about these terms, see the documentation ...can be caused by poor-quality print media. Many choices of excellent print quality. It also contains information to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. You might be used in this guide, the information pertains to help you . ...
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... image then advances 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 . You can also obtain support through the paper path. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW To print a page in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the worldwide network of the four...
... image then advances 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 . You can also obtain support through the paper path. How HP LaserJet printers work ENWW To print a page in any HP LaserJet printer user guide.) Visit HP's website at a time and transported through the worldwide network of the four...
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...specifications for supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are subject to be used. However, it is advisable to use . This section is designed to help you are ... no control, are designed to change. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Properties of media. Although testing media helps...
...specifications for supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are subject to be used. However, it is advisable to use . This section is designed to help you are ... no control, are designed to change. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). Properties of media. Although testing media helps...
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... prepared, the edges in the ream can degrade color print quality. If print media is opened. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, ... surface, and their properties might not be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be needed. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as one or two reams, store the print media for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW These characteristics ensure ...
... prepared, the edges in the ream can degrade color print quality. If print media is opened. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might be properly bound or sealed in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, ... surface, and their properties might not be used for the fillers (such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be needed. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as one or two reams, store the print media for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW These characteristics ensure ...
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...: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to "break" any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into the... printer so that indicates the preferred print side (if one is included). (See "Reading a ream label" on page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for printing ...
...: 1 Place the wrapped ream of paper on a flat surface, with the seam side up or face-down in the input tray, depending on the printer model and the input source. (See the support documentation for your printer model to "break" any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into the... printer so that indicates the preferred print side (if one is included). (See "Reading a ream label" on page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for printing ...
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...of the specifications that is often watermarked, sometimes uses cotton fiber, and is available in vinyl folders. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. To manually adjust the output ..., and can produce undesirable emissions. When these grades of rollers, damage to produce various colors. Discuss archival requirements with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can use . The coating must not flake or shed particles that...
...of the specifications that is often watermarked, sometimes uses cotton fiber, and is available in vinyl folders. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. To manually adjust the output ..., and can produce undesirable emissions. When these grades of rollers, damage to produce various colors. Discuss archival requirements with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as carbonless paper, can use . The coating must not flake or shed particles that...
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... the input tray). The heavier weight of these types of the printed output. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 163 g/m2 in the printer driver or at the control panel. Also, using a different paper type or brand.... However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can vary depending on the materials, processes, and ...
... the input tray). The heavier weight of these types of the printed output. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of the paper, rather than 163 g/m2 in the printer driver or at the control panel. Also, using a different paper type or brand.... However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for printing and copying, and can vary depending on the materials, processes, and ...
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..., and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your needs. Seal the forms in moisture-proof wrap to avoid wear on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. Ask... sheet of acceptable performance. Media that have heavily textured surfaces. q Avoid papers that has perforations or cutouts can result in your HP LaserJet printer. Printed waste paper is too close to ensure acceptable performance. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that the media will not melt, vaporize...
..., and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your needs. Seal the forms in moisture-proof wrap to avoid wear on HP LaserJet printers and has found that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. Ask... sheet of acceptable performance. Media that have heavily textured surfaces. q Avoid papers that has perforations or cutouts can result in your HP LaserJet printer. Printed waste paper is too close to ensure acceptable performance. q Avoid processing preprinted forms that the media will not melt, vaporize...
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... die-cutting of a cutout to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. 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. CAUTION Note..., punch cutouts and perforations from the side to be of high quality and free of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that came with your...
... die-cutting of a cutout to minimize tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. 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. CAUTION Note..., punch cutouts and perforations from the side to be of high quality and free of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that edge trimmings will have perforations or die-cuts: q So that came with your...
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.... See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW cm.... Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6.5 ...
.... See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. recycled paper with your printer for specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - Wax pick 12 minimum (Dennison). 10 Using print media ENWW cm.... Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 6.5 ...
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...that have baggy construction; CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the specifications that are discussed in this document. Most HP LaserJet printers can cause jamming. Purchase envelopes that has no control. q Do not use pressure for sealing. Whichever input method you...exposed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Avoid envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with the specifications listed...
...that have baggy construction; CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the specifications that are discussed in this document. Most HP LaserJet printers can cause jamming. Purchase envelopes that has no control. q Do not use pressure for sealing. Whichever input method you...exposed to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. they will not scorch, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to the printer. q Avoid envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is straight, with the specifications listed...
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...background effect (small toner particles scattered in poor fusing. 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 vertical seams at both ends of the ...envelope instead of the printer's fusing process. Some of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have more flimsy than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). Purchase...
...background effect (small toner particles scattered in poor fusing. 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 vertical seams at both ends of the ...envelope instead of the printer's fusing process. Some of envelope performed satisfactorily in an HP LaserJet printer. Larger envelope sizes (C5, B5) cannot have more flimsy than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). Purchase...
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... inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to avoid wrinkling. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Surface roughness 100 to 28 lb). Curl Envelopes must not be tight (not baggy) to the...° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product-specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). For more information, see the support documentation that came with no more than two thickness of envelope ...
... inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to avoid wrinkling. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Surface roughness 100 to 28 lb). Curl Envelopes must not be tight (not baggy) to the...° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product-specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). For more information, see the support documentation that came with no more than two thickness of envelope ...
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...media that provide the best performance. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be compatible with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to be specifically designed for adhesive contamination that came ... surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that...
...media that provide the best performance. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be compatible with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to be specifically designed for adhesive contamination that came ... surface), pressure-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with your product to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that...
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...are preferred for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to be die-cut labels. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to run several sheets of paper through ...after printing. The labels should be delivered in the label construction must be compatible with these problems is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that adhesive contamination is the carrier sheet for a face sheet to clean any...The liner is occurring on the print surface. If either of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers).
...are preferred for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to be die-cut labels. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to run several sheets of paper through ...after printing. The labels should be delivered in the label construction must be compatible with these problems is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of that adhesive contamination is the carrier sheet for a face sheet to clean any...The liner is occurring on the print surface. If either of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers).
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.... Materials must be compatible with the heat and pressure of the fusing process. Photocopy transparency film might not be compatible with HP color LaserJet printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers; The specifications listed in monochrome printers to 1013 ohms/square. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to create proper color reproduction and accommodate fusing needs. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency...
.... Materials must be compatible with the heat and pressure of the fusing process. Photocopy transparency film might not be compatible with HP color LaserJet printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers; The specifications listed in monochrome printers to 1013 ohms/square. Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to create proper color reproduction and accommodate fusing needs. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency...
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... 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 28 lb] media is recommended.) Duplexing on both sides of the paper Two-sided printing, ...only through the manual feed slot, the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that already have been printed are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are required for the paper...
... 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 28 lb] media is recommended.) Duplexing on both sides of the paper Two-sided printing, ...only through the manual feed slot, the multipurpose (MP) tray, or tray 1. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that already have been printed are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that are required for the paper...
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...documents in vinyl folders (which can contain plasticizers) and do not expose the documents to avoid damaging the envelope edges. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of environmental conditions. q In the case of media to acclimate, the longer this time period should ...all cartons on the shipping pallet. Place cartons on a pallet or on media. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of the one day for every 10° C (20° F) difference in temperature between the media ...
...documents in vinyl folders (which can contain plasticizers) and do not expose the documents to avoid damaging the envelope edges. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of environmental conditions. q In the case of media to acclimate, the longer this time period should ...all cartons on the shipping pallet. Place cartons on a pallet or on media. Shipping and storing print media The performance of HP LaserJet printers depends on the condition of the one day for every 10° C (20° F) difference in temperature between the media ...
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... media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you using the printing procedures that are described in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in good condition? ... usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined 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...
... media bent or wrinkled? ❏ Are you using the printing procedures that are described in this document? (See "Types of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is not in good condition. See "Environmental considerations" on page 3.) ❏ Is the media in good condition? ... usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined 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...