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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 ... Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. 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...
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 ... Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. 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...
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... encounter some terms that are discussed in your HP LaserJet printer. It also contains information to paper that came with laser printers. For specific information about print-media specifications. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). See the user guide for each printer for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this...
... encounter some terms that are discussed in your HP LaserJet printer. It also contains information to paper that came with laser printers. For specific information about print-media specifications. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). See the user guide for each printer for use with your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this...
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... the customer. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to help you select media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printer. This section...
... the customer. HP LaserJet printers can use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to help you select media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. Although testing media helps to work with your HP LaserJet printer. This section...
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... in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for a specific use cotton fiber. or copier-grade papers. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. These papers tend to prevent contamination...those of photocopier papers. Paper is used for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW If print media is an inaccurate term. Letterhead papers generally have properties that is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be...
... in the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for a specific use cotton fiber. or copier-grade papers. These characteristics ensure good image transfer, fusing without excessive curl, and reliable printer operation. These papers tend to prevent contamination...those of photocopier papers. Paper is used for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW If print media is an inaccurate term. Letterhead papers generally have properties that is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the sheets might not be...
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... long as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as standard paper (see the support documentation that came with properties optimized for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does. or other pigment-coated papers must be specifically designed for laser printers. However...
... long as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. This is because HP color LaserJet printers create colors by petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as standard paper (see the support documentation that came with properties optimized for laser printing and advertise the paper as the paper does. or other pigment-coated papers must be specifically designed for laser printers. However...
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... type or brand. Using short-grain heavy paper in printers that it causes print-quality problems. If you 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 the printed output. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is...
... type or brand. Using short-grain heavy paper in printers that it causes print-quality problems. If you 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 the printed output. Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is...
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... inks (the kind used in a laser printer. q Avoid papers that have been created with some types of the paper, and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Recycled paper Recycled paper is usually ...-consumer waste paper. A recycled sheet of acceptable performance. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to virgin-fiber grades. Because these processes use materials that recycled...
... inks (the kind used in a laser printer. q Avoid papers that have been created with some types of the paper, and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your HP LaserJet printer. Recycled paper Recycled paper is usually ...-consumer waste paper. A recycled sheet of acceptable performance. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to virgin-fiber grades. Because these processes use materials that recycled...
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... tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. The specifications that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that die-cutting of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. Guidelines ...curled or bent edges Avoid using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Use paper that is within your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with ...
... tenting or feeding problems from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. The specifications that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that die-cutting of labels does not penetrate the liner sheet. Guidelines ...curled or bent edges Avoid using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. Use paper that is within your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with ...
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.... Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. short grain for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 190 Sheffield optimal; Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 6.5 mil). Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical...
.... Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. short grain for specific information. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 190 Sheffield optimal; Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 6.5 mil). Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical...
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..., clasps, or snaps can cause severe damage to the printer. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for using envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that have thick or curved leading edges; q Use of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. Envelope construction Because of envelopes...
..., clasps, or snaps can cause severe damage to the printer. q Envelopes should lie flat and should meet the general specifications listed in "Guidelines for using envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that have thick or curved leading edges; q Use of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not support envelopes. Envelope construction Because of envelopes...
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... not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. The envelope flap must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Envelopes should meet the specifications for a single-layer thickness. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to avoid wrinkling. All folds must be...
... not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP LaserJet printers. The envelope flap must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. Envelopes should meet the specifications for a single-layer thickness. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to avoid wrinkling. All folds must be...
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... with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process, and must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. If labels other than those compatible with your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed...
... with laser printers are a type of multiple-layer media that typically consists of the fusing process, and must not melt or release undesirable emissions when heated to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. If labels other than those compatible with your HP LaserJet printer must be specifically designed...
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...removed after printing. The face sheet is the carrier sheet for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to run several sheets of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). The liner is the printable surface on a sheet of that...is common for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be die-cut labels.
...removed after printing. The face sheet is the carrier sheet for laser printing because they can be applied in moisture-proof wrap to run several sheets of adhesive contamination. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). The liner is the printable surface on a sheet of that...is common for the reliable pickup and transport of the label stock through the printer to provide the proper electrical and toner adhesion properties. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not be die-cut labels.
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... fusing process. Please see the support documentation that came with HP color 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 monocrome LaserJet printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that is very smooth and...
... fusing process. Please see the support documentation that came with HP color 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 monocrome LaserJet printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that is very smooth and...
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... supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to prepare mailings. and are specifically formulated for their printers. Using the paper cassette trays can damage your United States Postal Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can be...
... supported paper. (For example, when duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to prepare mailings. and are specifically formulated for their printers. Using the paper cassette trays can damage your United States Postal Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can be...
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... of paper 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 the troubleshooting section in the tray. q ... for more information. • If the print quality of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation for sealing. q Envelopes that have baggy construction or folds that do not require moistening but instead use pressure ...
... of paper 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 the troubleshooting section in the tray. q ... for more information. • If the print quality of 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.4 second for HP color LaserJet printers). See the support documentation for sealing. q Envelopes that have baggy construction or folds that do not require moistening but instead use pressure ...
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... is too dry or too moist. set incorrectly q Make sure that is not near a window or a heat or air vent. For most HP LaserJet printers you can q Change the paper type or try another ream of multiple-sheet feeds, and post-image curl. Doing so can build up in the... that are appropriate for the correct output tray selection. Paper guides in your printer user guide for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the tray are not well-bound to specification. Paper is too stiff or heavy. If the talc or calcium carbonate are...
... is too dry or too moist. set incorrectly q Make sure that is not near a window or a heat or air vent. For most HP LaserJet printers you can q Change the paper type or try another ream of multiple-sheet feeds, and post-image curl. Doing so can build up in the... that are appropriate for the correct output tray selection. Paper guides in your printer user guide for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in the tray are not well-bound to specification. Paper is too stiff or heavy. If the talc or calcium carbonate are...
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...page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. In the printing process, the paper is not available with your environment to a lower setting. q You might need to acclimate the paper to your printer. Therefore, if you are feeding the paper...the support documentation that is too moist, resulting in excessive curl. Both the paper and the printer affect the amount of post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of the paper, the greater the curl. Generally, the higher the moisture ...
...page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in portrait mode (vertically), if possible. In the printing process, the paper is not available with your environment to a lower setting. q You might need to acclimate the paper to your printer. Therefore, if you are feeding the paper...the support documentation that is too moist, resulting in excessive curl. Both the paper and the printer affect the amount of post-image curl. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of the paper, the greater the curl. Generally, the higher the moisture ...
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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. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio/foolscap ... 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 Use only media that your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports.
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. Paper Size Letter Legal Folio/foolscap ... 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 Use only media that your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports.
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Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. The following figure compares the different types of smoothness. 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
Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units. The following figure compares the different types of smoothness. 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