HP LaserJet 3015 User Manual
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Understanding print-quality settings Print-quality settings affect how light or dark the print is on the page and the style in which the graphics are printed. You can also use the print-quality settings to optimize the print quality for a specific media type. See Optimizing print quality for media types for more information. You can change the settings in the device properties to accommodate the types of jobs that you are printing. The following settings are available, depending on the printer driver that you are using: ●Best Quality (FastRes 1200): The resolution is rendered differently so that the job can print faster. This is the default setting. ●600 dpi ●300 dpi ●Custom: This setting produces the same resolution as the Faster Printing setting, but you can change the scale patterns. ●EconoMode (Save Toner): Text is printed with less toner. This setting is useful when you are printing drafts. You can use this setting independently of other print-quality settings. Note Changing the resolution can change the formatting of your text. To temporarily change print-quality settings To change the print-quality settings only for the current software program, open the properties through the Print Setup menu in the program that you are using to print. See Changing print settings for more information. To change print-quality settings for all future jobs For Windows 98, Windows 2000, and Windows Me: 1. In the Windows system tray, click Start, select Settings, and then click Printers. 2. Right-click the device icon. 3. Click Properties (in Windows 2000, you can also click Printing Preferences). 4. Change the settings, and click OK. For Windows XP: 1. In the Windows system tray, click Start, select Settings, and then click Printers and Faxes. 2. Right-click the device icon. 3. Click Properties, or click Printing Preferences. 4. Change the settings, and click OK. To use EconoMode (to save toner) EconoMode is a feature that allows the device to use less toner per page. Selecting this option extends the life of the toner supply and reduces the cost per page. However, it also reduces print quality. The printed image is lighter, but it is adequate for printing drafts or proofs. ENWW Understanding print-quality settings21
Hewlett-Packard does not recommend full-time use of EconoMode. If EconoMode is used full-time when the average toner coverage is significantly less than five percent, it is possible that the toner supply will outlast the mechanical parts in the print cartridge. If print quality begins to degrade under these circumstances, you will need to install a new print cartridge, even if toner remains in the cartridge. Note Not all device features are available from all printer drivers or operating systems. See the device properties (driver) online Help for information about available features for the driver. 1. To enable EconoMode, open the device properties (or printing preferences in Windows 2000 and Windows XP). See Changing print settings for more information. 2. On the Paper/Quality tab or the Finishing tab, select the EconoMode check box. Note See To change print-quality settings for all future jobs for instructions about using the EconoMode setting for all future print jobs. 22Chapter 3 PrintingENWW
Optimizing print quality for media types Media type settings control the temperature of the device fuser. You can change the settings for the print media that you are using to optimize the print quality. The following are the media types that you can optimize for: ●plain paper ●preprinted paper ●prepunched paper ●letterhead ●transparency ●labels ●bond paper ●recycled paper ●color paper ● light paper (less than 75 g/m 2 or 20 lb) ● heavy paper (90 to 105 g/m 2 or 24 to 28 lb) ● card stock (105 to 176 g/m 2 or 28 to 47 lb) ●envelope ●rough paper To gain access to the optimizing feature You can gain access to the optimizing feature on the Paper tab or the Paper/Quality tab in the device properties (printer driver). For more information, see Changing print settings. Note Printing speeds might vary depending on the type and size of media used. You might need to change the setting again to optimize for the type of media on which you normally print. ENWW Optimizing print quality for media types23
Device media specifications HP LaserJet devices produce excellent print quality. The device prints on a variety of media, such as cut-sheet paper (including recycled paper), envelopes, labels, transparencies, and custom-sized media. Properties such as weight, grain, and moisture content are important factors affecting device performance and output quality. The device can use a variety of paper and other print media in accordance with the guidelines in this user guide. Media that does not meet these guidelines might cause the following problems: ●poor print quality ●increased media jams ●premature wear on the device, requiring repair For best results, use only HP-brand paper and print media. Hewlett-Packard Company cannot recommend the use of other brands. Because they are not HP products, HP cannot influence or control their quality. It is possible for media to meet all of the guidelines in this user guide and still not produce satisfactory results. This might be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control. Before you purchase a large quantity of media, make sure that it meets the requirements specified in this user guide and in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide. (See Ordering HP parts and accessories for more information about ordering the guidelines.) Always test media before you purchase a large quantity. CAUTION Using media that does not meet Hewlett-Packard specifications might cause problems for the device, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard warranty or service agreements. Note For information about supported media sizes, weights, and other specifications, see Print- media specifications. 24Chapter 3 PrintingENWW
Guidelines for using media Use the guidelines in this section when selecting and using print media. Paper For best results, use conventional paper. Make sure that the paper is of good quality and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges. If you are unsure about what type of paper you are loading (such as bond or recycled), check the label on the package. Some paper causes print quality problems, jamming, or damage to the device. Note Do not use letterhead that is printed with low-temperature inks, such as those used in some types of thermography. Do not use raised letterhead. The device uses heat and pressure to fuse toner to the media. Make sure that any colored media or preprinted forms use inks that are compatible with the device temperature (200° C or 392° F for 0.1 second). Common media problems table SymptomProblem with mediaSolution Poor print quality or toner adhesion, or problems with feeding.Too moist, too rough, too smooth, or embossed. Faulty media lot.Try another kind of media between 100 and 250 Sheffield and 4 to 6 percent moisture content. Dropouts, jamming, or curl.Media has been stored improperly.Store media flat in its moisture- proof wrapping. Increased gray background shading.The media weight is too heavy.Use lighter media. Excessive curl, or problems with feeding.Too moist, wrong grain direction, or short-grain construction.Use long-grain media. Jamming, or damage to device.Cutouts or perforations.Do not use media with cutouts or perforations. Problems with feeding.Ragged edges.Use good-quality media. Labels NoteFor best results, use only HP-brand labels. To order HP supplies, visit http://www.hp.com. ENWWGuidelines for using media25
When selecting labels, consider the quality of the following factors: ●Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at 200° C (392° F), the device maximum temperature. ●Arrangement: Use only labels that have no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off sheets that have spaces between the labels, causing serious jams. ●Curl: Before printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (0.5 inch) of curl in any direction. ●Condition: Do not use labels that have wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation. Never use a sheet of labels that has already been run through the device. Transparencies Transparencies must be able to withstand 200° C (392° F), the device maximum temperature. Envelopes When selecting envelopes, consider the quality of the following factors. Envelope construction 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 on the quality of the envelopes, which includes the following factors: ● Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 105 g/m 2 (28 lb), or jamming might result. ●Construction: Before printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl and should not contain air. Envelopes that trap air might cause problems. ●Condition: Make sure that the envelopes are not wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. ●Sizes: Supported envelope sizes range from 90 by 160 mm (3.5 by 6.3 inches) to 178 by 254 mm (7 by 10 inches). 26Chapter 3 PrintingENWW
Envelopes with double-side seams An envelope with double-side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than diagonal seams. This style is more likely to wrinkle during printing. Make sure that the seam extends all the way to the corner of the envelope as shown in the following illustration: 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 that are compatible with the heat and pressure in the device (200° C or 392° F). The extra flaps and strips might cause wrinkling, creasing, or jams. Envelope storage Proper storage of envelopes contributes to good print quality. You should store envelopes flat. If air is trapped in an envelope, creating an air bubble, the envelope might wrinkle during printing. Card stock and heavy media You can print on many types of card stock from the input trays, including index cards and postcards. Some card stock performs better than others because the construction is better suited for feeding through a laser device. For optimum device performance, do not use media heavier than 157 g/m 2 (42 lb). Media that is too heavy might cause misfeeds, stacking problems, media jams, poor toner fusing, poor print quality, or excessive mechanical wear. Note You might be able to print on heavier media if you do not fill the input trays to capacity and if you use media with a smoothness rating of 100 to 180 Sheffield. Card stock construction ● Smoothness: 135 to 157 g/m2 (36 to 42 lb) card stock should have a smoothness rating of 100 to 180 Sheffield. 60 to 135 g/m2 (16 to 36 lb) card stock should have a smoothness rating of 100 to 250 Sheffield. ●Construction: Card stock should lie flat with less than 5 mm (0.2 inch) of curl. ENWWGuidelines for using media27
●Condition: Make sure that the card stock is not wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. ●Sizes: Use card stock that is within the following size ranges only: ●Minimum: 76 by 127 mm ( (3 by 5 inches)) ●Maximum: 216 by 356 mm ( (8.5 by 14 inches)) Note The ADF output bin holds one sheet of legal-size media (215 by 356 mm (8.5 by 14 inches)). Subsequent sheets of legal-size media slide off of the ADF output bin. Card stock guidelines Set margins at least 2 mm ( (0.08) inch) away from the edges. 28Chapter 3 PrintingENWW
Selecting media for the automatic document feeder (ADF) Use the following guidelines when selecting media for the ADF. Automatic document feeder (ADF) specifications ● Input capacity: The ADF holds up to 30 sheets of flat, 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb), copier-grade paper. ●Media size: Use copier-grade paper that is within the following size ranges only: ●Minimum: 74 by 105 mm (2.9 by 4.1 inches) ●Maximum: 215.9 by 356 mm (8.5 by 14 inches) Note The ADF is recommended only for paper faxing, copying, and scanning. The ADF output bin holds one sheet of legal-size media (215 by 356 mm (8.5 by 14 inches)). Subsequent sheets of legal-size media slide off of the ADF output bin. ENWW Selecting media for the automatic document feeder (ADF)29
Printing on envelopes Use one of the following methods to print on envelopes. ● To print on one envelope ● To print on multiple envelopes To print on one envelope Use only envelopes that are recommended for laser printers. See Device media specifications for more information. Note Use the priority input slot for printing on one envelope. Use the media input tray for printing on multiple envelopes. 1. Before loading the envelope, slide the media guides outward so that they are slightly wider than the envelope. 2. If the envelope has a flap that folds along the long edge, place the flap-fold edge to the left, with the side to be printed on facing up. If the envelope has a flap that folds along the short edge, feed that edge into the device first, with the side to be printed on facing up. 3. Adjust the media guides to the width of the envelope. 4. On the Paper tab or the Paper/Quality tab in the printer driver, select Envelope from the Type is: drop-down list. Note Not all device features are available for all printer drivers or operating systems. See the device properties (driver) online Help for information about the available features for the driver. 5. Print on the envelope. 30Chapter 3 PrintingENWW