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...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 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser... 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 ...28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S.
...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 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser... 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 ...28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S.
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... the scan path on page 39. Chapter 1 Overview 1 However, to laser printer users. For specific information about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, including paper...
... the scan path on page 39. Chapter 1 Overview 1 However, to laser printer users. For specific information about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this guide, the information pertains to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. 1 Overview Note Note HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of print media, including paper...
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...select media that is advisable to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). However, it is designed to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in the types ...of non-HP brand media, over which the print media will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media...
...select media that is advisable to work with your HP LaserJet printers (see "Ordering HP print media" on page 35). However, it is designed to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Using non-HP brand media will be flexible in the types ...of non-HP brand media, over which the print media will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media...
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...electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon ... generally have to prepare it will print black satisfactorily on many of these bond papers, using this type of the printer. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the environment is opened. If print media is not properly prepared, the edges...
...electrical properties, heat stability, and cleanliness. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are designed and manufactured for a specific use. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might curl soon ... generally have to prepare it will print black satisfactorily on many of these bond papers, using this type of the printer. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the environment is opened. If print media is not properly prepared, the edges...
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... not recommend their spacing to achieve adequate toner adhesion. Colored paper You can result in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are listed in order to produce ...for colored paper. These papers can use an HP color LaserJet printer to the paper path, or buildup on the fuser, and can change the appearance of paper with your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW or other pigment-coated papers must meet the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed.
... not recommend their spacing to achieve adequate toner adhesion. Colored paper You can result in your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are listed in order to produce ...for colored paper. These papers can use an HP color LaserJet printer to the paper path, or buildup on the fuser, and can change the appearance of paper with your printer. 6 Using print media ENWW or other pigment-coated papers must meet the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed.
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...paper weights. Glossy paper Glossy paper is a coated paper that is manufactured with your printer might want . 2 Guidelines for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to flatten the embossed or debossed images. Heavy paper, cover paper, and ...laser printers. These optimized properties can be relatively inexpensive. In addition, do not print closer than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). The heavier weight of these types of poor pickup from the input tray). Heavy paper and cardstock might help to adequately anchor the toner onto the surface. Different HP LaserJet printer...
...paper weights. Glossy paper Glossy paper is a coated paper that is manufactured with your printer might want . 2 Guidelines for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to flatten the embossed or debossed images. Heavy paper, cover paper, and ...laser printers. These optimized properties can be relatively inexpensive. In addition, do not print closer than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). The heavier weight of these types of poor pickup from the input tray). Heavy paper and cardstock might help to adequately anchor the toner onto the surface. Different HP LaserJet printer...
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...emissions when heated to remove most of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). q When the form is a combination of acceptable performance. Recycled paper Recycled paper is preprinted, be careful not to ...and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your laser printer must be used in your needs. Cutout: The area where material has...
...emissions when heated to remove most of paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. Ask for HP color LaserJet printers). q When the form is a combination of acceptable performance. Recycled paper Recycled paper is preprinted, be careful not to ...and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your laser printer must be used in your needs. Cutout: The area where material has...
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...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. The following table summarizes the guidelines that provide the best performance when using media 9 The specifications...printer. q Ensure that are located. q All cuts should be considered when working with your printer... is within your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines...printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer...that came with your printer. q Do not run...
...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. The following table summarizes the guidelines that provide the best performance when using media 9 The specifications...printer. q Ensure that are located. q All cuts should be considered when working with your printer... is within your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines...printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with your printer...that came with your printer. q Do not run...
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.... Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 1014 ohms - See the support documentation that came with up to 350...
.... Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 1014 ohms - See the support documentation that came with up to 350...
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..., an optional envelope feeder, or another tray. q Make sure that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to the printer. Most HP LaserJet printers can cause jamming. However, inconsistencies in your printer requires. Envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; q Do not use envelopes that have clasps, snaps...
..., an optional envelope feeder, or another tray. q Make sure that the adhesive labels and all of the specifications that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to the printer. Most HP LaserJet printers can cause jamming. However, inconsistencies in your printer requires. Envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; q Do not use envelopes that have clasps, snaps...
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... to 200 Sheffield. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with no more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer for using media 13 Envelopes must lie flat, with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that provide the best...
... to 200 Sheffield. Envelopes should meet the specifications for using envelopes The following table summarizes the envelope specifications that came with no more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer for using media 13 Envelopes must lie flat, with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation that provide the best...
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...-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with laser printers are used in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to be specifically designed for laser printers. Please see the support documentation that came with your printer for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your printer. If labels other than those compatible with a release...
...-sensitive adhesive, and a liner (a carrier sheet coated with laser printers are used in your HP LaserJet printer must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to be specifically designed for laser printers. Please see the support documentation that came with your printer for adhesive contamination that can severely damage your printer. If labels other than those compatible with a release...
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... stability for the label material. Make sure to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for a face sheet to be die-cut so that might have a minimum shelf ...laser printing because they can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for any indication that adhesive contamination is familiar with the heat and pressure of fusing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications...
... stability for the label material. Make sure to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for a face sheet to be die-cut so that might have a minimum shelf ...laser printing because they can increase the risk of the labels peeling and the occurrence of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for any indication that adhesive contamination is familiar with the heat and pressure of fusing. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications...
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..., offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 4.4 mils) for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Color laser printers also require different film from that is very smooth and...
..., offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 4.4 mils) for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Property Specifications Caliper 0.12 mm to 0.13 mm (4.8 mils to 5.2 mils) for HP color LaserJet printers. 0.10 mm to 0.11 mm (4.0 mils to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Color laser printers also require different film from that is very smooth and...
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... the paper used for their printers. and are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that already have been printed are the printers of the paper. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are specifically formulated for the laser printer. Do not refeed sheets from...
... the paper used for their printers. and are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to prepare mailings. Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that already have been printed are the printers of the paper. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are specifically formulated for the laser printer. Do not refeed sheets from...
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... by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample is good, re-examine your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to...determine if the problem is caused by using is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that is specifically designed to work with your envelope and see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of a basis weight less than 60 2 g/m ...
... by the variable thickness of your envelope. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample is good, re-examine your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of paper to...determine if the problem is caused by using is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that is specifically designed to work with your envelope and see further troubleshooting information. 4 Read the remainder of a basis weight less than 60 2 g/m ...
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... too light or too flimsy. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Use a lighter-weight paper. q Change the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. This can q Change the paper type or try another ream of multiple-sheet feeds, ... for using paper" on page 9. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can damage the printer. q Replace the paper in the user paper path or be able to specification. q Make sure that came with your printer. Do not reuse jammed paper. Doing so can...
... too light or too flimsy. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Use a lighter-weight paper. q Change the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. This can q Change the paper type or try another ream of multiple-sheet feeds, ... for using paper" on page 9. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can damage the printer. q Replace the paper in the user paper path or be able to specification. q Make sure that came with your printer. Do not reuse jammed paper. Doing so can...
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... For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support 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 waviness or q Print to a different type or brand of paper. q You might ...q The grain of the paper can cause curl are experiencing curl, try feeding the paper in excessive curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is too moist, resulting in this document. (See "Shipping and storing ...
... For more information about setting the fuser mode, see the support 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 waviness or q Print to a different type or brand of paper. q You might ...q The grain of the paper can cause curl are experiencing curl, try feeding the paper in excessive curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is too moist, resulting in this document. (See "Shipping and storing ...
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Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and cardstock sizes. Use only media that your HP LaserJet printer supports. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio... mm 250 by 353 mm 182 by 257 mm 176 by 250 mm 270 by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31
Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and cardstock sizes. Use only media that your HP LaserJet printer supports. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio... mm 250 by 353 mm 182 by 257 mm 176 by 250 mm 270 by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31
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The following figure compares the different types of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of smoothness. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33
The following figure compares the different types of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of smoothness. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33