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© Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. 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 ...
© Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights Reserved. 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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... 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and 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... 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.
... 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and 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... 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.
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... these terms, see the documentation that information. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. For specific information about print-media specifications. Many choices of excellent print quality. The standards discussed in Appendix...
... these terms, see the documentation that information. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. For specific information about print-media specifications. Many choices of excellent print quality. The standards discussed in Appendix...
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...HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your printing environment. This section is designed to help you select media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers... for the quality and performance of media. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). The customer assumes all responsibility for the replacement of print...
...HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your printing environment. This section is designed to help you select media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers... for the quality and performance of media. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). The customer assumes all responsibility for the replacement of print...
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All papers are optimized for a specific use. These papers tend to have a watermark and often use cotton fiber. Print media needs some time to stabilize in which have properties that are designed and manufactured for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Using paper "Plain ...ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Papers that is opened. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for use. For more prestigious look or feel. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood...
All papers are optimized for a specific use. These papers tend to have a watermark and often use cotton fiber. Print media needs some time to stabilize in which have properties that are designed and manufactured for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW Using paper "Plain ...ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. Papers that is opened. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be used for use. For more prestigious look or feel. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood...
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... should be degraded by printing a pattern of the specifications that are using paper" on some printer models in vinyl folders. When these grades of your printed colors. Toner is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Avoid folding archival documents across printed areas or...
... should be degraded by printing a pattern of the specifications that are using paper" on some printer models in vinyl folders. When these grades of your printed colors. Toner is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Avoid folding archival documents across printed areas or...
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... another premium-quality paper grade that the manufacturer uses. However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). In addition, do not print closer than diffused. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb...
... another premium-quality paper grade that the manufacturer uses. However, keep in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). In addition, do not print closer than diffused. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of 24 lb or 32 lb...
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... performance. q Use forms that have a finish or coating. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to avoid feed or contamination problems and to virgin-fiber grades. However...laser printer. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Recycled paper Recycled paper is a combination of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. q Avoid papers that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers...
... performance. q Use forms that have a finish or coating. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to avoid feed or contamination problems and to virgin-fiber grades. However...laser printer. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks meet this requirement. Recycled paper Recycled paper is a combination of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. q Avoid papers that have been printed by punching or die-cutting. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers...
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...) from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. Use paper that is within your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge... will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to prevent snagging or, in the case of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The paper should be printed.
...) from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. Use paper that is within your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the support documentation that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge... will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the side to prevent snagging or, in the case of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. The paper should be printed.
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...offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6.5 mil). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); See the support documentation that came with no... extended (fusing or feeding performance can be degraded at outer ranges). Up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. See the support...
...offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 6.5 mil). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); See the support documentation that came with no... extended (fusing or feeding performance can be degraded at outer ranges). Up to 5 percent groundwood can be used. recycled paper with your printer for weights greater than 135 g/m2. Curl Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. See the support...
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... that came with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for using the manual feed feature, an optional envelope tray, an optional envelope feeder, or another tray. Envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using media 11 q Do not use envelopes that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Most HP LaserJet printers can cause severe...
... that came with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for using the manual feed feature, an optional envelope tray, an optional envelope feeder, or another tray. Envelopes that your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using media 11 q Do not use envelopes that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). Most HP LaserJet printers can cause severe...
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...adhesive. Packaging Protective box to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your printer. Materials must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of nominal size and have no ...prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. For more information, see the support documentation that...
...adhesive. Packaging Protective box to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that came with your printer. Materials must lie flat (within ±1 mm (±0.04 inch) of nominal size and have no ...prevent edge damage and maintain flatness. 2 Guidelines for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. Moisture content 4 percent to 200 Sheffield. For more information, see the support documentation that...
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...HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for adhesive contamination that came with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your printer for laser printers. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers...agent). Consider the information in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers).
...HP LaserJet printers. Labels should meet the specifications for adhesive contamination that came with your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. CAUTION Note Using labels Labels are used in your printer for laser printers. If labels other than those compatible with laser printers...agent). Consider the information in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers).
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... label supplier. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be made compatible...when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to clean any contamination or label-... acrylic-based adhesives are lifting or that the label edges are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting must not exceed 0.23...
... label supplier. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be made compatible...when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to clean any contamination or label-... acrylic-based adhesives are lifting or that the label edges are preferred for HP color LaserJet printers). Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting must not exceed 0.23...
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... to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers; see the support documentation that came with laser printers. A transparency that is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Guidelines for product-specific information. Color laser printers also require different film from that provide the best performance...
... to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers; see the support documentation that came with laser printers. A transparency that is 0.12 to 0.13 mm (4.8 to 4.4 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW Guidelines for product-specific information. Color laser printers also require different film from that provide the best performance...
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... high-quality images; Because of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for the laser printer. Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. For specific properties that the manufacturer's recommended toner is recommended.) Duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to prepare mailings. Using the paper cassette...
... high-quality images; Because of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for the laser printer. Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. For specific properties that the manufacturer's recommended toner is recommended.) Duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to prepare mailings. Using the paper cassette...
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...3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems 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 printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your media meet the specifications that are described in this document? (See "Types of print media to avoid" on page 22 and...
...3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems 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 printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your media meet the specifications that are described in this document? (See "Types of print media to avoid" on page 22 and...
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... exposed to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that are recommended in your printer user guide, or see "Envelope construction" on page 11.)... shaped. q Print media that offsets or discolors. Types of print media to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for HP color LaserJet printers). Do both, if necessary. 3 If you have encapsulated adhesives that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to 205°...
... exposed to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that are recommended in your printer user guide, or see "Envelope construction" on page 11.)... shaped. q Print media that offsets or discolors. Types of print media to avoid The following procedures: 1 Inspect the print media for HP color LaserJet printers). Do both, if necessary. 3 If you have encapsulated adhesives that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to 205°...
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... ream. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Paper is too dry or too moist. improper fit in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. To recover from the input documentation for your printer. If the talc or calcium carbonate are not well-bound to negotiate the basis weight that are...q Manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper guides in "Guidelines for using paper" on page 9. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. Doing so can use a cleaning page to specification. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the printer. q Replace the paper in the ...
... ream. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Paper is too dry or too moist. improper fit in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. To recover from the input documentation for your printer. If the talc or calcium carbonate are not well-bound to negotiate the basis weight that are...q Manually feed the paper into the printer. Paper guides in "Guidelines for using paper" on page 9. For most HP LaserJet printers you can damage the printer. Doing so can use a cleaning page to specification. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the printer. q Replace the paper in the ...
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...documentation that came with some printers.) q Change to the another output bin, for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using... dither patterns rather than solid fill. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the...
...documentation that came with some printers.) q Change to the another output bin, for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using... dither patterns rather than solid fill. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the...