HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
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...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 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on envelopes 27 Wrinkling 27 Print-quality problems 28 Background ...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 24 Reducing post-...
...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 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on envelopes 27 Wrinkling 27 Print-quality problems 28 Background ...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 24 Reducing post-...
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...HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. Many choices of excellent print quality. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer... print media must be designed for selecting and using print media to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that is being scanned, copied, or faxed through the...
...HP LaserJet printers quickly and quietly produce documents of high-quality print media are available to laser printer users. Many choices of excellent print quality. This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. When HP LaserJet printers are unfamiliar to you get the best performance from your HP LaserJet printer... print media must be designed for selecting and using print media to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that is being scanned, copied, or faxed through the...
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... work well with your printer might help to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in the printer driver or at the control panel. Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to paper that is greater than 105 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different... might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. In addition, do not print closer than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that feed in weight (heavier than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the input tray). These ...
... work well with your printer might help to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in the printer driver or at the control panel. Heavy paper, cover paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to paper that is greater than 105 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different... might also improve feeding reliability and print quality. In addition, do not print closer than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that feed in weight (heavier than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the input tray). These ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
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... when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be used, because they perform similarly to virgin-fiber grades. Seal the forms in a laser printer. Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following...
... when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for your HP LaserJet printer. Hewlett-Packard recommends that micro-perfs be used, because they perform similarly to virgin-fiber grades. Seal the forms in a laser printer. Preprinted forms and letterhead To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead paper, observe the following...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
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... develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation in the ...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 printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using media 9 q Round all HP LaserJet printers.
... develop media that will not scratch the photosensitive drum, punch cutouts and perforations from the leading edge, or jamming and feeding problems can result. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to a cutout edge or perforation in the ...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 printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using media 9 q Round all HP LaserJet printers.
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... sealing. q Use of envelopes that are discussed in folds or other process-control problems can cause severe damage to the printer. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area. Envelopes can print on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because...
... sealing. q Use of envelopes that are discussed in folds or other process-control problems can cause severe damage to the printer. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area. Envelopes can print on page 13 and still not print satisfactorily because...
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...acceptably in envelopes construction might not feed reliably. However, a variety 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 a thick leading edge near a corner. Many varieties ... folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Problems can result in HP testing; however, the extra flaps and strips can occur when the envelopes are folded more than 105 ...
...acceptably in envelopes construction might not feed reliably. However, a variety 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 a thick leading edge near a corner. Many varieties ... folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. Many envelopes will feed through your printer. 12 Using print media ENWW Problems can result in HP testing; however, the extra flaps and strips can occur when the envelopes are folded more than 105 ...
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... carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). q If many sheets of labels are used in very thin layers to run several sheets of paper through the printer. All inks, adhesives, and other materials that box or lot-number of labels and discuss the problem with your labels ...materials, including paper, polyester, and vinyl. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to preserve their properties. If either of these processes and laser printing. Materials must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). The caliper must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable ...
... carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). q If many sheets of labels are used in very thin layers to run several sheets of paper through the printer. All inks, adhesives, and other materials that box or lot-number of labels and discuss the problem with your labels ...materials, including paper, polyester, and vinyl. Polyester and vinyl labels require a topcoat to preserve their properties. If either of these processes and laser printing. Materials must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). The caliper must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable ...
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...either an automatic or a manual process. See the support documentation for your printer model 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] ... laser printer. Note CAUTION Printing on adhesive labels, envelopes, or overhead transparencies can damage your United States Postal Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can cause jams, misfeeds, and print-quality problems. Preparing laser-printed mailings Laser ...
...either an automatic or a manual process. See the support documentation for your printer model 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] ... laser printer. Note CAUTION Printing on adhesive labels, envelopes, or overhead transparencies can damage your United States Postal Service business office. 3 Avoid preparing laser-printed sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can cause jams, misfeeds, and print-quality problems. Preparing laser-printed mailings Laser ...
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... of print media to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in good condition. The following sections further explain the possible causes of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of media? ❏ Did you ...observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using media" on page 19. • temperature ...
... of print media to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in good condition. The following sections further explain the possible causes of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of media? ❏ Did you ...observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your print-quality problems isolated to avoid" on page 22 and "Guidelines for using media" on page 19. • temperature ...
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... have encapsulated adhesives that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Do both, if necessary. 3 If you have a print-quality problem that is damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly shaped. q Print media that has not been stored or shipped properly. (See "Shipping...
... have encapsulated adhesives that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed to 205° C (401 ° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). Do both, if necessary. 3 If you have a print-quality problem that is damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly shaped. q Print media that has not been stored or shipped properly. (See "Shipping...
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... Note This section provides information about conditions that came with your printer. tray. Paper is too stiff or heavy. See the user documentation for your printer user guide. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number ... to specification. set incorrectly q Make sure that are appropriate for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is too light or too flimsy. q Make sure that are listed in the input tray, or problems with the paper sensors. Paper might not be able to the paper ...
... Note This section provides information about conditions that came with your printer. tray. Paper is too stiff or heavy. See the user documentation for your printer user guide. For most HP LaserJet printers you can indicate paper problems. These conditions include a high occurrence of jams, a high number ... to specification. set incorrectly q Make sure that are appropriate for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is too light or too flimsy. q Make sure that are listed in the input tray, or problems with the paper sensors. Paper might not be able to the paper ...
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... to the input tray. Edgeweld is caused by the use " on page 4. q Try a paper from a different paper manufacturer. 24 Paper problems ENWW Frequent multiple-sheet feeds The following table lists possible causes of paper. Cause Action(s) Paper is properly prepared. Paper is too dry or is... locked edges. q Make sure that the paper is added in both directions to interlock or stick together. See the user documentation for your printer for use of the paper guides have been set incorrectly. q Try a different ream of frequent multiple-sheet feeds and suggested actions. q ...
... to the input tray. Edgeweld is caused by the use " on page 4. q Try a paper from a different paper manufacturer. 24 Paper problems ENWW Frequent multiple-sheet feeds The following table lists possible causes of paper. Cause Action(s) Paper is properly prepared. Paper is too dry or is... locked edges. q Make sure that the paper is added in both directions to interlock or stick together. See the user documentation for your printer for use of the paper guides have been set incorrectly. q Try a different ream of frequent multiple-sheet feeds and suggested actions. q ...
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...envelope only until you feel a slight resistance. 26 Envelope problems ENWW Envelopes are too stiff or heavy. The folded layers of paper should come to a point at the leading-edge corners. (See the figure in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Cause Envelopes are not creased sufficiently to have... Action(s) q Make sure that the leading edge is inserted too far into the manual feed slot. q Use a lighter-weight envelope. Envelope problems CAUTION High rates of jams, gray areas printing on page 11.) q Purchase envelopes that are manufactured correctly, or run the side of a pen...
...envelope only until you feel a slight resistance. 26 Envelope problems ENWW Envelopes are too stiff or heavy. The folded layers of paper should come to a point at the leading-edge corners. (See the figure in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Cause Envelopes are not creased sufficiently to have... Action(s) q Make sure that the leading edge is inserted too far into the manual feed slot. q Use a lighter-weight envelope. Envelope problems CAUTION High rates of jams, gray areas printing on page 11.) q Purchase envelopes that are manufactured correctly, or run the side of a pen...
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...page: q The moisture content of background particles becomes unacceptable, the following sections discuss print-quality problems that came with your printer. For more information, see the support documentation that appear randomly on either side of environmental ...if characters are black dots that came with your printer (for your printer. 28 Print-quality problems ENWW q Check the printer's environment. Toner specks (background scatter) Toner speaks are improperly formed. Print-quality problems The following procedures might help to clear the condition...
...page: q The moisture content of background particles becomes unacceptable, the following sections discuss print-quality problems that came with your printer. For more information, see the support documentation that appear randomly on either side of environmental ...if characters are black dots that came with your printer (for your printer. 28 Print-quality problems ENWW q Check the printer's environment. Toner specks (background scatter) Toner speaks are improperly formed. Print-quality problems The following procedures might help to clear the condition...
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... properties for a face sheet to print. The "bottom" side is too high, static buildup problems can occur with other process variations, these processes and with excessive in a predefined pattern. Post-image...manufacturers add salts or other . face sheet The face sheet is the amount of curl in the printer. See "Reading a ream label" on both the front and back sides of a sheet of ...paper before printing if they are exposed to use in a sheet of paper. Paper with laser printing. Paper that has been removed, including binder holes, notches, square cuts. cutouts Any portion...
... properties for a face sheet to print. The "bottom" side is too high, static buildup problems can occur with other process variations, these processes and with excessive in a predefined pattern. Post-image...manufacturers add salts or other . face sheet The face sheet is the amount of curl in the printer. See "Reading a ream label" on both the front and back sides of a sheet of ...paper before printing if they are exposed to use in a sheet of paper. Paper with laser printing. Paper that has been removed, including binder holes, notches, square cuts. cutouts Any portion...
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... used in the HP color LaserJet printer, try HP's soft gloss and high gloss paper (see "Ordering HP print media" on the paper; It is the mixture of paper smoothness" on page 33. furnish (composition) Composition (furnish) is possible to these temperatures for laser printers should not discolor,...m2 in the process direction of the sheet). grain The orientation of a print-quality problem. Groundwood papers are transferred to the paper path. Printed output on your HP LaserJet printer. Paper finish is accurately cut long grain (that uses the Sheffield method. Use media ...
... used in the HP color LaserJet printer, try HP's soft gloss and high gloss paper (see "Ordering HP print media" on the paper; It is the mixture of paper smoothness" on page 33. furnish (composition) Composition (furnish) is possible to these temperatures for laser printers should not discolor,...m2 in the process direction of the sheet). grain The orientation of a print-quality problem. Groundwood papers are transferred to the paper path. Printed output on your HP LaserJet printer. Paper finish is accurately cut long grain (that uses the Sheffield method. Use media ...
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...heat, fuser operations of 2 temperature specifications 10 heavy paper HP 36 standard sizes 32 troubleshooting 23 using 7 high gloss laser paper, hp 36 hollow images, troubleshooting 28 HP color LaserJet printers bond paper, using 4 colored paper, using 8 furnish defined...HP 36 glued papers 8 grades, paper 29, 30 grain curling, affects on -text contact, avoiding 18 wrinkled, troubleshooting 27 environments acclimating media 4, 19 storing media 19 equivalence tables basis weight 29 envelope size 32 paper size 31 smoothness 33 weight 30 F face sheets, label 15, 40 fanning paper 5 feeding problems...
...heat, fuser operations of 2 temperature specifications 10 heavy paper HP 36 standard sizes 32 troubleshooting 23 using 7 high gloss laser paper, hp 36 hollow images, troubleshooting 28 HP color LaserJet printers bond paper, using 4 colored paper, using 8 furnish defined...HP 36 glued papers 8 grades, paper 29, 30 grain curling, affects on -text contact, avoiding 18 wrinkled, troubleshooting 27 environments acclimating media 4, 19 storing media 19 equivalence tables basis weight 29 envelope size 32 paper size 31 smoothness 33 weight 30 F face sheets, label 15, 40 fanning paper 5 feeding problems...
HP Universal Print Driver for Windows, Version 4.1 - Technical Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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... Print Driver supports SNMPv1 and v2. Managed Printer Lists issues • Web Jetadmin 10.0 printer list xml definitions are not compatible with Universal Print Driver 4.4.2 Job storage/secure printing issues • The HP Color LaserJet 5550 does not use the client's username ... drivers, including HP Color LaserJet3600, HP Color LaserJet3550, HP Color LaserJet3500, and HP Color LaserJet2600. • Microsoft Word crashes when clicking Properties in the print dialogue window. • Microsoft Excel crashes after printing. • In Microsoft PowerPoint, there's a problem with the /dst...
... Print Driver supports SNMPv1 and v2. Managed Printer Lists issues • Web Jetadmin 10.0 printer list xml definitions are not compatible with Universal Print Driver 4.4.2 Job storage/secure printing issues • The HP Color LaserJet 5550 does not use the client's username ... drivers, including HP Color LaserJet3600, HP Color LaserJet3550, HP Color LaserJet3500, and HP Color LaserJet2600. • Microsoft Word crashes when clicking Properties in the print dialogue window. • Microsoft Excel crashes after printing. • In Microsoft PowerPoint, there's a problem with the /dst...
HP Printers - Supported Citrix Presentation Server environments
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... Apps, version 11.x HP LaserJet 3020 HP Universal, PCL, PS printers & 32-bit/64-bit drivers HP Officejet Pro K5400 HP Officejet Pro L7680 All-in-One HP Deskjet 5440 HP Business Inkjet 1100 HP Officejet 720 HP LaserJet 3200 HP LaserJet 4000 HP Designjet 4000 PostScript HP Color LaserJet 3000 Testing methodology for each...of the feature and what it does. 26 Throughout the testing, no problems were encountered when running Citrix test cases with Citrix XenApp™ Server 5.0. Note on printer drivers used throughout the testing process; This is a base description of testing...
... Apps, version 11.x HP LaserJet 3020 HP Universal, PCL, PS printers & 32-bit/64-bit drivers HP Officejet Pro K5400 HP Officejet Pro L7680 All-in-One HP Deskjet 5440 HP Business Inkjet 1100 HP Officejet 720 HP LaserJet 3200 HP LaserJet 4000 HP Designjet 4000 PostScript HP Color LaserJet 3000 Testing methodology for each...of the feature and what it does. 26 Throughout the testing, no problems were encountered when running Citrix test cases with Citrix XenApp™ Server 5.0. Note on printer drivers used throughout the testing process; This is a base description of testing...