HP LaserJet 2430tn User Manual

							Service menu
The Service menu is locked and requires a PIN for access. This menu is intended for use by
authorized service personnel.
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							C
Specifications
HP LaserJet 2400 series physical specifications
Product dimensions
ProductHeightDepthWidthWeight1
HP LaserJet 2410, 2420,
2420d, 2420n, 2420dn, and
2430n260 mm
(10.2 inches)400 mm
(15.7 inches)425 mm
(16.7 inches)15.2 kg
(33.5 lb)
HP LaserJet 2430t, 2430tn,
and 2430dtn400 mm
(15.7 inches)400 mm
(15.7 inches)425 mm
(16.7 inches)20.9 kg (46 lb)
optional 500-sheet feeder140 mm
(5.5 inches)400 mm
(15.7 inches)425 mm
(15.7 inches)5.7 kg (12.5 lb)
1Without print cartridge
Product dimensions, with all doors and trays fully opened
Printer modelHeightDepthWidth
HP LaserJet 2410, 2420, 2420d,
2420n, 2420dn, and 2430n260 mm
(10.2 inches)730 mm
(28.7 inches)675 mm
(26.6 inches)
HP LaserJet 2430t, 2430tn, and
2430dtn400 mm
(15.7 inches)730 mm
(28.7 inches)675 mm
(26.6 inches)
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							Electrical specifications
WARNING!Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not
convert operating voltages. This can damage the printer and void the product warranty.
Power requirements (HP LaserJet 2400 series)
Specification110-volt models230-volt models
Power requirements110 to 127 volts (± 10%)
50/60 Hz (± 2 Hz)220 to 240 volts (± 10%)
50/60 Hz (± 2 Hz)
Rated short-term current10.0 Amps5.0 Amps
Power consumption HP LaserJet 2400 series (average, in watts)1
Product modelPrinting2ReadySleepOff
HP LaserJet 2410625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
HP LaserJet 2420625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
HP LaserJet 2420d625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
HP LaserJet 2420n625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
HP LaserJet 2420dn625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
HP LaserJet 2430n625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
HP LaserJet 2430t625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
HP LaserJet 2430tn625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
HP LaserJet 2430dtn625 W311 W8.5 W0.4 W
1Values subject to change. See  www.hp.com/support/lj2410, http://www.hp.com/support/
lj2420 , or http://www.hp.com/support/lj2430  for current information.
2Power numbers are the highest values measured using all standard voltage\
s.3HP LaserJet 2410 speed is 25 ppm Letter size and 24 ppm A4 size. HP LaserJet 2420
speed is 30 ppm Letter size and 28 ppm  A4 size. HP LaserJet 2430 speed is 35 ppm Letter
size and 33 ppm A4 size.
4Default time from Ready mode to Sleep = 30 minutes.5Recovery time from Sleep to start of printing = less than 8.5 seconds.6Heat dissipation in Ready mode = 37.5 BTU/hour (HP LaserJet 2410), 37.5 BTU/hour
(HP LaserJet 2420), and 37.5 BTU/hour (HP LaserJet 2430).
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							Acoustic emissions
Sound power and pressure level1 (HP LaserJet 2400 series)
Sound power levelDeclared per ISO 9296
Printing2 (HP LaserJet 2410)LWAd= 6.6 Bels (A) [66 dB(A)]
Printing2 (HP LaserJet 2420)LWAd= 6.7 Bels (A) [67 dB(A)]
Printing2 (HP LaserJet 2430)LWAd= 6.8 Bels (A) [68 dB(A)]
Ready (HP LaserJet 2410)Essentially Inaudible
Ready (HP LaserJet 2420)Essentially Inaudible
Ready (HP LaserJet 2430)Essentially Inaudible
Sound pressure levelDeclared per ISO 9296
Printing2 (HP LaserJet 2410)LpAm=52 dB (A)
Printing2 (HP LaserJet 2420)LpAm=53 dB (A)
Printing2 (HP LaserJet 2430)LpAm=53 dB (A)
Ready (HP LaserJet 2410)Essentially Inaudible
Ready (HP LaserJet 2420)Essentially Inaudible
Ready (HP LaserJet 2430)Essentially Inaudible
1Values subject to change. See www.hp.com/support/lj2410, http://www.hp.com/support/
lj2420 , or http://www.hp.com/support/lj2430  for current information.
2HP LaserJet 2410 speed is 25 ppm A4 size.  HP LaserJet 2420 speed is 29 ppm A4 size.
HP LaserJet 2430 speed is 34 ppm A4 size.
3Configuration tested (HP LaserJet 2410): Base printer, simplex printing with A4 paper size.4Configuration tested (HP LaserJet 2420): Base printer, simplex printing with A4 paper size.5Configuration tested (HP LaserJet 2430): Base printer, simplex printing with A4 paper size.
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							Operating environment
Environmental condition PrintingStorage/standby
Temperature (printer and print
cartridge)15° to 32.5°C (59° to 89°F)-20° to 40°C (-4° to 104°F)
Relative humidity10% to 80%10% to 90%
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							Paper specifications
For complete paper specifications for all HP LaserJet printers, see the HP LaserJet printer
family print media guide  (available at http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide ).
CategorySpecifications
Acid content5.5 pH to 8.0 pH
Caliper0.094 to 0.18 mm (3.0 to 7.0 mils)
Curl in reamFlat within 5 mm (0.02 inch)
Cut edge conditionsCut with sharp blades with no visible fray.
Fusing compatibilityMust not scorch, melt, offset, or release
hazardous emissions when heated to 200°C
(392°F) for 0.1 second.
GrainLong grain
Moisture content4% to 6% by weight
Smoothness100 to 250 Sheffield
Printing and paper storage environment
Ideally, the printing and paper storage environment should be at or near room temperature,
and not too dry or too humid. Remember paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture
rapidly.
Heat works with humidity to damage paper. Heat causes the moisture in paper to evaporate,
while cold causes it to condense on the sheets. Heating systems and air conditioners
remove most of the humidity from a room. As paper is opened and used, it loses moisture,
causing streaks and smudging. Humid weather or  water coolers can cause the humidity to
increase in a room. As paper is opened and used it absorbs any excess moisture, causing
light print and dropouts. Also, as paper loses and gains moisture it can distort. This can
cause jams.
As a result, paper storage and handling are as important as the paper-making process itself.
Paper storage environmental conditions directly affect the feed operation.
Care should be taken not to purchase more paper  than can be easily used in a short time
(about 3 months). Paper stored for long periods might experience heat and moisture
extremes, which can cause damage. Planning is important to prevent damage to a large
supply of paper.
Unopened paper in sealed reams can remain  stable for several months before use. Opened
packages of paper have more potential for environmental damage, especially if they are not
wrapped with a moisture-proof barrier.
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							The paper storage environment should be properly maintained to ensure optimum printer
performance. The required condition is 20° to 24°C (68° to 75°F), with a relative humidity of
45% to 55%. The following guidelines should be  helpful when evaluating the papers storage
environment:
● Paper should be stored at or near room temperature.
● The air should not be too dry or too  humid (due to the hygroscopic properties of paper).
● The best way to store an opened ream of  paper is to rewrap it tightly in its moisture-
proof wrapping. If the printer environment is subject to extremes, unwrap only the
amount of paper to be used during the days operation to prevent unwanted moisture
changes.
Envelopes
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between
manufacturers, but also within a box from  the same manufacturer. Successful printing on
envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting enve\
lopes, consider
the following components:
● Weight:  The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 105 g/m
2 (28 lb) or
jamming might occur.
● Construction:  Prior to printing, envelopes should lie  flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 inch)
curl, and should not contain air.
● Condition: Envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
● Temperature:  You should use envelopes that are compatible with the heat and
pressure of the printer.
● Size:  You should use only envelopes within the following size ranges.
● Minimum : 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches)
● Maximum : 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches)
NOTE
Use only tray 1 to print envelopes.You might  experience some jams when using any media
with a length less than 178 mm (7 inches). This  might be caused by paper that has been
affected by environmental conditions. For optimum performance, make sure you are storing
and handling the paper correctly (see 
Printing and paper storage environment ). Choose
envelopes in the printer driver (see 
Using the printer driver ).
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							Envelopes with double side seams
Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than
diagonal seams. This style might be more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the
way to the corner of the envelope as illustrated below.
1
2
1 Acceptable envelope construction
2 Unacceptable envelope construction
Envelopes with adhesive strips or flaps
Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more  than one flap that folds over to seal
must use adhesives compatible with the heat and  pressure in the printer. The extra flaps and
strips might cause wrinkling, creasing, or even jams and might even damage the fuser.
Envelope margins
The following gives typical address margins for a commercial #10 or DL envelope.
Type of addressTop marginLeft margin
Return address15 mm (0.6 inch)15 mm (0.6 inch)
Delivery address51 mm (2 inches)89 mm (3.5 inches)
NOTEFor the best print quality, position margins no  closer than 15  mm (0.6 inch) from the edges
of the envelope. Avoid printing over the area where the envelopes seams\
 meet.
Envelope storage
Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to print quality. Envelopes should be stored
flat. If air is trapped in an envelope, creating  an air bubble, then the envelope might wrinkle
during printing. 
For more information, see 
Printing on envelopes .
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							Labels
CAUTIONTo avoid damaging the printer, use only labels recommended for laser printers. To prevent
serious jams, always use tray 1 to print labels and always use the rear output bin. Never
print on the same sheet of labels more than  once or print on a partial sheet of labels.
Label construction
When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component:
●Adhesives:  The adhesive material should be stable at 200°C (392°F), the printers
fusing temperature.
● Arrangement:  Only use labels with no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel
off sheets with spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.
● Curl:  Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (0.5 inch) of curl in
any direction.
● Condition:  Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation.
For more information, see 
Printing on labels .
NOTE
Choose labels in the  printer driver (see Using the printer driver).
Transparencies
Transparencies used in the printer must be able to withstand 200°C (392°F), the printers
fusing temperature.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the printer, use only transparencies recommended for use in
HP LaserJet printers, such as HP-brand transparencies. (For ordering information, see 
Part
numbers .)
For more information, see 
Printing on transparencies .
NOTE
Choose transparencies in the printer driver (see Using the printer driver ).
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