HP Color LaserJet Enterprise CM4540 MFP User Manual

							6 Paper and print media
●Understand paper use
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Change the printer driver to match the paper type and size in Windows
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Supported paper sizes
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Supported paper types
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Load paper trays
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Configure trays
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Select an output bin (fskm models only)
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							Understand paper use
This product supports a variety of paper and other print media in accordance with the guidelines in this
user guide. Paper or print media that does not m eet these guidelines might cause poor print quality,
increased jams, and premature wear on the product.
For best results, use only HP-brand paper and print  media designed for laser printers or multiuse. Do
not use paper or print media made for inkjet pr inters. Hewlett-Packard Company cannot recommend
the use of other brands of media because HP cannot control their quality.
It is possible for paper to meet all of the guidelines in this user guide and still not produce satisfactory
results. This might be the result of improper hand ling, unacceptable temperature and/or humidity levels,
or other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control.
CAUTION: Using paper or print media that does not meet Hewlett-Packards specifications might
cause problems for the product, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard
warranty or service agreements.
Special paper guidelines
This product supports printing on special media.  Use the following guidelines to obtain satisfactory
results. When using special paper or print media, be  sure to set the type and size in the printer driver
to obtain the best results.
CAUTION: HP LaserJet products use fusers to bond dry toner particles to the paper in very precise
dots. HP laser paper is designed to withstand this  extreme heat. Using inkjet paper could damage the
product.
Media type DoDo not
Envelopes ●Store envelopes flat.
● Use envelopes where the seam
extends all the way to the corner of
the envelope.
● Use peel-off adhesive strips that are
approved for use in laser printers. ●
Do not use envelopes that are
wrinkled, nicked, stuck together, or
otherwise damaged.
● Do not use envelopes that have
clasps, snaps, windows, or coated
linings.
● Do not use self-stick adhesives or
other synthetic materials.
Labels ●Use only labels that have no
exposed backing between them.
● Use labels that lie flat.
● Use only full sheets of labels. ●
Do not use labels that have
wrinkles or bubbles, or are
damaged.
● Do not print partial sheets of labels.
Transparencies ●Use only transparencies that are
approved for use in color laser
printers.
● Place transparencies on a flat
surface after removing them from
the product. ●
Do not use transparent print media
not approved for laser printers.
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							Media typeDoDo not
Letterhead or preprinted forms ●Use only letterhead or forms
approved for use in laser printers. ●
Do not use raised or metallic
letterhead.
Heavy paper ●Use only heavy paper that is
approved for use in laser printers
and meets the weight specifications
for this product. ●
Do not use paper that is heavier
than the recommended media
specification for this product unless
it is HP paper that has been
approved for use in this product.
Glossy or coated paper ●Use only glossy or coated paper
that is approved for use in laser
printers. ●
Do not use glossy or coated paper
designed for use in inkjet products.
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							Change the printer driver to match the paper type
and size in Windows
1.On the File  menu in the software program, click  Print.
2. Select the product, and then click the  Properties or Preferences  button.
3. Click the  Paper/Quality  tab.
4. Select a size from the  Paper size drop-down list.
5. Select a paper type from the  Paper type drop-down list.
6. Click the  OK button.
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							Supported paper sizes
NOTE:To obtain best results, select the correct paper size and type in the printer driver before
printing.
Table 6-1   Supported paper and print media sizes
Size and dimensions Tray 1Tray 2Optional Trays
3, 4, and 5 Automatic
duplex printing
Letter
216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in)
Legal
216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in)
Executive
184 x 267 mm (7.24 x 10.51 in)
Statement
140 x 216 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in)   
8.5 x 13
216 x 330 mm (8.5 x 13 in)
4 x 6
101.6 x 152.4 mm (4 x 6 in)   
10 x 15 cm
101.6 x 152.4 mm (4 x 6 in)
   
5 x 7
127 x 188 mm (5 x 7 in)
   
5 x 8
127 x 203 mm (5 x 8 in)
   
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.27 x 11.69 in)
RA4
215 x 305 mm (8.46 x 12.01 in)
A5
148 x 210 mm (5.83 x 8.27 in)
A6
105 x 148 mm (4.13 x 5.82 in)   
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							Table 6-1  Supported paper and print media sizes (continued)
Size and dimensions Tray 1Tray 2Optional Trays
3, 4, and 5 Automatic
duplex printing
B5 (JIS)
182 x 257 mm (7.17 x 10.12 in)
B6 (JIS)
128 x 182 mm (5.03 x 7.16 in)   
16K
195 x 270 mm (7.67 x 10.62 in)
184 x 260 mm (7.24 x 10.23 in)
197 x 273 mm (7.75 x 10.74 in)
Postcard (JIS)
100 x 148 mm (3.93 x 5.82 in)   
DPostcard (JIS)
148 x 200 mm (5.82 x 7.87 in)
   
Custom
89 x 127 mm to 216 x 356 mm (3.5 x 5 in to
8.5 x 14 in)
1   
Custom
148 x 210 mm to 216 x 356 mm (5.83 x 8.27 in
to 8.5 x 14 in)  
 
Envelope #9
98 x 225 mm (3.85 x 8.85 in)
   
Envelope #10
105 x 241 mm (4.13 x 9.48 in)
   
Envelope Monarch
98 x 191 mm (3.9 x 7.5 in)
   
Envelope B5
176 x 250 mm (6.92 x 9.84 in)
   
Envelope C5
162 x 229 mm (6.37 x 9.01 in)
   
Envelope C6
162 x 114 mm (6.37 x 4.48 in)
   
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							Table 6-1  Supported paper and print media sizes (continued)
Size and dimensions Tray 1Tray 2Optional Trays
3, 4, and 5 Automatic
duplex printing
Envelope DL ISO
110 x 220 mm (4.33 x 8.66 in)
   
1The product can print on 89 x 127 mm (3.5 x 5 in) size paper from Tray 1 for Extra Heavy (131-175 g/m2) and Cardstock
(176-220 g/m2) paper types.
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							Supported paper types
Paper typeTray 1Tray 2Optional Trays 3,
4, and 5 Automatic duplex
printing
Plain Paper
HP Matte (105 g/m2)
HP Matte (120 g/m2)
HP Matte (160 g/m2)112
HP Matte (200 g/m2)11 
HP Soft Gloss (120 g/m
2)
HP Glossy (130 g/m2)
HP Glossy (160 g/m2)
HP Glossy (220 g/m2)
Light (60–74 g/m2)
Midweight (96–110 g/m2)
Heavy (111–130 g/m2)
Extra Heavy (131–175 g/m2)112
Cardstock (176–220 gm2)11 
Mid-weight glossy (96–110 g/m
2)
Heavy glossy (111–130 g/m2)
Extra-heavy glossy (131–175 g/m2)
Card glossy (176–220 g/m2)
Color Transparency 
Labels
11 
Letterhead
Envelope   
Preprinted
Prepunched
Colored
Bond
Recycled
Rough
HP Tough Paper
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							Paper typeTray 1Tray 2Optional Trays 3,
4, and 5 Automatic duplex
printing
Opaque film
1Trays 2, 3, 4, and 5 can print on this paper in some circumstances, but HP does not guarantee results.2The product can automatically print on both sides for this paper type in some circumstances, but HP does not guarantee
results.
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							Load paper trays
Load Tray 1
CAUTION:To avoid jams, never add or remove paper from Tray 1 during printing.
1.Open Tray 1.  
2.Fold out the tray extension to support the
paper and set the side guides to the correct
width.  
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