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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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... not apply to you get the best performance from your product. However, to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. It also contains information to laser printer users. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each...
... not apply to you get the best performance from your product. However, to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. It also contains information to laser printer users. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. For more information about print-media specifications. See the user guide for each...
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... path. If you still need assistance, call the dealer from the input tray one sheet at http://www.hp.com to the output bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. You can affect the print quality and media-handling performance 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 fuser, where heat and pressure are outlined in this document and in your HP LaserJet printer. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery ...
... path. If you still need assistance, call the dealer from the input tray one sheet at http://www.hp.com to the output bin, ready for an HP LaserJet printer. You can affect the print quality and media-handling performance 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 fuser, where heat and pressure are outlined in this document and in your HP LaserJet printer. In an HP color LaserJet printer, this image passes the developing station, a dry, powdery ...
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...large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. This section is designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printer. The customer assumes all responsibility for the replacement of print media, first print a small quantity in which Hewlett-Packard has... the types of media. Although testing media helps to change. If you ask your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that the vendor will assume responsibility for the quality and performance of print ...
...large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. This section is designed to the temperature, humidity, and printing applications in your HP LaserJet printer. The customer assumes all responsibility for the replacement of print media, first print a small quantity in which Hewlett-Packard has... the types of media. Although testing media helps to change. If you ask your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that the vendor will assume responsibility for the quality and performance of print ...
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... packaging and store it in the environment in the ream can degrade color print quality. If print media is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is significant, a week or more might be properly bound or..., the edges in which have properties that has a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. or copier-grade papers. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as one to two days. For more prestigious look or feel. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made...
... packaging and store it in the environment in the ream can degrade color print quality. If print media is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon after the package is significant, a week or more might be properly bound or..., the edges in which have properties that has a more information, see "Coated paper" on page 6. or copier-grade papers. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as one to two days. For more prestigious look or feel. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made...
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... example of a ream label. 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 any damage to the sheets such as possible. brand name paper size (bold or... manufacturer 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 "break" any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into several stacks because doing so creates air pockets between the sheets...
... example of a ream label. 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 any damage to the sheets such as possible. brand name paper size (bold or... manufacturer 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 "break" any damaged sheets. 4 Handle the open paper and load it into several stacks because doing so creates air pockets between the sheets...
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...emissions. Toner is chemically stable and should be degraded by printing a pattern of the specifications that are more information about your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for colored paper. Bond paper or letterhead Bond ... with properties optimized for archiving must be controlled and the surface designed not to print on white paper. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as carbonless paper, can use . To manually adjust the output colors...
...emissions. Toner is chemically stable and should be degraded by printing a pattern of the specifications that are more information about your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for colored paper. Bond paper or letterhead Bond ... with properties optimized for archiving must be controlled and the surface designed not to print on white paper. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as carbonless paper, can use . To manually adjust the output colors...
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...The heavier weight of these types of poor pickup from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. These variations ...on the materials, processes, and controls that it causes print-quality problems. If you want to consider using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that the manufacturer uses. Also, using a different paper type or brand....
...The heavier weight of these types of poor pickup from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb, and very high brightness and whiteness. These variations ...on the materials, processes, and controls that it causes print-quality problems. If you want to consider using the straightest paper path in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that the manufacturer uses. Also, using a different paper type or brand....
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...because they perform similarly to ensure acceptable performance. Cutouts can result in a laser printer. q Use forms that have a finish or coating. Ask for a guarantee of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and...and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using paper" on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for your HP LaserJet printer. Recycled paper Recycled paper is usually washed to a cutout location. Printed waste paper is a combination of the inks and other ...
...because they perform similarly to ensure acceptable performance. Cutouts can result in a laser printer. q Use forms that have a finish or coating. Ask for a guarantee of recycled copier papers on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and...and letterhead paper, observe the following guidelines: q Avoid using paper" on page 9) and that has a suitable appearance for your HP LaserJet printer. Recycled paper Recycled paper is usually washed to a cutout location. Printed waste paper is a combination of the inks and other ...
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...HP LaserJet printers. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer... particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using paper. See the support documentation that came with your printer. q Ensure that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. q Orient perforations in the direction of labels, ...
...HP LaserJet printers. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer... particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using paper. See the support documentation that came with your printer. q Ensure that provide the best performance when using extremely heavy or light paper. q Orient perforations in the direction of labels, ...
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... cm. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Cut edge quality Cuts must be degraded at outer ranges). short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; recycled paper with no fray or edge roll. Curl Must lie flat within ±0....extended (fusing or feeding performance can be used. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 6.5 mil).
... cm. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Cut edge quality Cuts must be degraded at outer ranges). short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 190 Sheffield optimal; recycled paper with no fray or edge roll. Curl Must lie flat within ±0....extended (fusing or feeding performance can be used. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 6.5 mil).
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...envelopes will not feed reliably. q Use of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. See the support documentation for using envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; Most HP LaserJet printers can print on envelopes can meet all other variables over...models of envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is recommended to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. q Envelopes should lie flat and should provide you use pressure for using flimsy envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that ...
...envelopes will not feed reliably. q Use of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. See the support documentation for using envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; Most HP LaserJet printers can print on envelopes can meet all other variables over...models of envelopes that have woven or smooth finishes is recommended to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. q Envelopes should lie flat and should provide you use pressure for using flimsy envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that ...
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... have performed acceptably during manufacturing can cause some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle can result in an HP LaserJet printer. q Rougher finishes such as shown in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in... for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. 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 jam or wrinkle unless the edges are listed here. Problems can...
... have performed acceptably during manufacturing can cause some envelope constructions (as laid, linen, or cockle can result in an HP LaserJet printer. q Rougher finishes such as shown in the following figure) might result in a noticeable background effect (small toner particles scattered in... for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. 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 jam or wrinkle unless the edges are listed here. Problems can...
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...-layer thickness. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be compatible with your printer for product-specific information. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer for specific information. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be...
...-layer thickness. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must be compatible with your printer for product-specific information. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives, and other materials that came with your printer for specific information. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must be...
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Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that provide the best performance. Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used ...when selecting label stock. See the support documentation that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with a release agent). If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of a face sheet...
Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for using labels The following table summarizes the adhesive-label specifications that provide the best performance. Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used ...when selecting label stock. See the support documentation that can severely damage your HP LaserJet printer must be compatible with a release agent). If labels other than those compatible with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of a face sheet...
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...176; F) and 50 percent relative humidity. If either of these problems is familiar with the heat and pressure of paper through the printer. It is the printable surface on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be removed after printing. The labels should have deposited. Reprinting...cut so that labels will not peel off during , or after printing for any indication that the label edges are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). q If many sheets of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for the label material. The adhesive and liner must prevent labels from different...
...176; F) and 50 percent relative humidity. If either of these problems is familiar with the heat and pressure of paper through the printer. It is the printable surface on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be removed after printing. The labels should have deposited. Reprinting...cut so that labels will not peel off during , or after printing for any indication that the label edges are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). q If many sheets of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for the label material. The adhesive and liner must prevent labels from different...
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... transparencies. see the support documentation that used in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with your printer for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for color overhead...
... transparencies. see the support documentation that used in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for information about using monochrome transparencies with HP LaserJet monochrome printers and color transparencies with your printer for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Electrical surface resistivity 1010 to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for color overhead...
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... for color duplex printing has been optimized for their printers. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. Because of choice for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are specifically formulated for 90-g/m2 (24-lb...) and heavier paper. For specific properties that is critical. Several manufacturers have been printed are the printers of this difference, HP recommends that you use heat to...
... for color duplex printing has been optimized for their printers. Do not refeed sheets from the paper cassette trays. Because of choice for using media 17 Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are specifically formulated for 90-g/m2 (24-lb...) and heavier paper. For specific properties that is critical. Several manufacturers have been printed are the printers of this difference, HP recommends that you use heat to...
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... not place anything on top of media, regardless of whether the paper is used packages of media before unwrapping it. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of extreme humidity, keep paper and envelopes tightly wrapped in vinyl folders (which can contain plasticizers) and...damaging the envelope edges. q Do not store printed documents in plastic. 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 acclimate, the longer this time period should be.
... not place anything on top of media, regardless of whether the paper is used packages of media before unwrapping it. Environmental considerations HP LaserJet printers are shipping media across bodies of extreme humidity, keep paper and envelopes tightly wrapped in vinyl folders (which can contain plasticizers) and...damaging the envelope edges. q Do not store printed documents in plastic. 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 acclimate, the longer this time period should be.
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...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 printer for using the printing procedures that has been stored improperly or is causing print-quality ...to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you check 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 using...
...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 printer for using the printing procedures that has been stored improperly or is causing print-quality ...to a specific type of media? ❏ Did you check 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 using...