HP LaserJet P3005 User Manual

							
4 Media and trays
This chapter describes how to use some basic device features:
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General guidelines for media
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Media considerations
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Select print media
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Printing and paper-storage environment
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Load media
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Control print jobs
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Select output bins
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General guidelines for media
Before purchasing any paper or specialized forms in quantity, verify that your paper supplier has
obtained and understands the print-media requirements that are specified in the HP LaserJet Printer
Family Print Media Specification Guide .
See 
HP Customer Care  to order the HP LaserJet Printer Fam ily Print Media Guide. To download a copy
of the guide, go to 
www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide .
It is possible that paper could meet all of the guidelines in this chapter or the  HP LaserJet Printer Family
Print Media Specification Guide  and still not print satisfactorily. This can result from abnormal
characteristics of the printing environment or other  variables over which HP has no control (for example,
extremes in temperature and humidity).
Hewlett-Packard Company recommends testing any paper before buying it in large quantities.
CAUTION Using paper that does not conform to the specifications listed here or in the print
media guide can cause problems that require service. This service is not covered by the Hewlett-
Packard warranty or service agreements.
Paper to avoid
The product can handle many  types of paper. Using paper that does not me et specifications will cause
lower print quality and increase the chance of jams.
● Do not use paper that is too rough. Use paper wi
th a tested smoothness rating of 100–250 Sheffield.
● Do not use paper, other than standard 3-hole punche
d paper, that contains cutouts or perforations.
● Do not use multipart forms.
● Do not use paper that has already been printed 
on, or that has been fed through a photocopier.
● Do not use paper that contains a watermark if you are printing solid patterns.
● Do not use heavily embossed 
or raised-letterhead papers.
● Do not use papers that have 
heavily textured surfaces.
● Do not use offset powders or ot
her materials that prevent printed forms from sticking together.
● Do not use paper that has a colored coating that was added after the paper was produced.
Paper that can damage the device
In rare circumstances, paper can damage the device
. The following paper must be avoided to prevent
possible damage to the device:
● Do not use paper with staples attached.
● Do not use transparencies, labels,
 or photo or glossy paper designed for Inkjet printers or other
low temperature printers. Use only  media that is specified for use with HP LaserJet printers.
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●Do not use any media that produces hazardous emissi
ons, or that melts, offsets, or discolors when
exposed to the temperature of the fuser.
● Do not use paper that is embossed or coated, or 
any media that is not designed to withstand the
fusing temperature of the device. Do not use lett erhead paper or preprinted forms that are made
with dyes or inks that cannot  withstand the heat of the fuser.
To order HP LaserJet printing supplies, see 
Order parts, accessories, and supplies .
General media specifications
For complete paper specifications for all HP LaserJet devices, see the  HP LaserJet Printer Family Print
Media Guide  (available at 
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 in)
Cut edge conditionsCut with sharp blades with no visible fray.
Fusing compatibilityMust not scorch, melt, offset, or rel ease hazardous emissions when heated to 200°
C (392°F) for 0.1 second.
GrainLong grain
Moisture content4% to 6% by weight
Smoothness 100 to 250 Sheffield
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Media considerations
For complete paper specifications for all HP LaserJet devices, see the  HP LaserJet Printer Family Print
Media Guide  (available at 
www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide ) .
Envelopes
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold  lines can vary considerably, not only between
manufacturers, but also within a box from the sa me manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes
depends upon the quality of the envelopes. W hen selecting envelopes, 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 5 mm (0.2 in) 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
product.
● Size
: You should use only envelopes within the following size ranges.
● Minimum
: 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in)
● Maximum
: 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in)
CAUTION To avoid damaging the device, use only envelopes recommended for laser printers.
To prevent serious jams, always use tray 1 to pr int envelopes and always use the rear output bin.
Never print on the same envelope more than once.
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.
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1
2
1Acceptable envelope construction
2Unacceptable 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 product. 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 in)15 mm (0.6 in)
Delivery address 51 mm (2 in) 89 mm (3.5 in)
NOTE For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 15 mm (0.6 in) from the edges
of the envelope. Avoid printing over t he area where the envelope seams meet.
Envelope storage
Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to print quality. Envelope s should be stored flat. If air is
trapped in an envelope, creating an air bubble, th en the envelope might wrinkle during printing. 
Labels
CAUTIONTo avoid damaging the device, use only labels recommended for laser printers. To
prevent serious jams, always use tray 1 to print l abels 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.
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Label construction
When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component:
●Adhesives:
 The adhesive material should be stable at  200°C (392°F), which is the product fusing
temperature.
● Arrangement:
 Only use labels with no exposed backin g 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 5 mm (0.2 in) of curl in any direction.
● Condition:
 Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation.
NOTEChoose labels in the printer driver (see Open the printer drivers ).
Transparencies
Transparencies used in the product must be able to  withstand 200°C (392°F), which is the product fusing
temperature.
CAUTION To avoid damaging the product, use only  transparencies recommended for laser
printers. To prevent serious jams, always use tray  1 to print transparencies and always use the
rear output bin. Never print on the same tran sparency more than once or print on a partial
transparency.
NOTE Choose transparencies in the printer driver. See Open the printer drivers .
Card stock and heavy media
You can print many types of card stock from the in put tray, including index cards and postcards. Some
card stock performs better than others because its  construction is better suited for feeding through a
laser printer.
For optimum performance, do not use paper heavier than 199 g/m
2 (53 lb). Paper that is too heavy might
cause misfeeds, stacking problems, jams, poor toner  fusing, poor print quality, or excessive mechanical
wear.
NOTE You might be able to print on  heavier paper if you do not fill the input tray to capacity
and if you use paper with a smooth ness rating of 100-180 Sheffield.
In either the software program or the printer driver, select Heavy (106 g/m2 to 163 g/m2; 28- to 43-lb
bond) or  Cardstock  (135 g/m2 to 216 g/m2; 50- to 80-lb cover) as the me dia type, or print from a tray
that is configured for heavy paper. Because this setting  affects all print jobs, it is important to return the
product back to its original settings after the job has printed.
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Card stock construction
●Smoothness
: 135-157 g/m2 (36-42 lb) card stock should  have a smoothness rating of
100-180 Sheffield. 60-135 g/m2 (16-36 lb) card stock should  have a smoothness rating of
100-250 Sheffield.
● Construction
: Card stock should lie flat with  less than 5 mm (0.2 inch) of curl.
● Condition
: Make sure that the card stock is not wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
Card stock guidelines
●Set margins at least 2 mm (0.08 inch) away from the edges.
● Use tray 1 for card stock (135 g/m
2 to 216 g/m2; 50- to 80-lb cover).
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the device, use only card stock recommended for laser printers.
To prevent serious jams, always use tray 1  to print on card stock and always use the
rear output bin.
Letterhead and preprinted forms
Letterhead is premium paper that often has a waterm ark, sometimes uses cotton fiber, and is available
in a wide range of colors and finishes with matc hing envelopes. Preprinted forms can be made of a
broad spectrum of paper types ra nging from recycled to premium.
Many manufacturers now design these grades of paper with properties optimized for laser printing and
advertise the paper as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Some of the rougher surface finishes, such
as cockle, laid, or linen, might require the special fuser modes that are available on some printer models
to achieve adequate toner adhesion.
NOTE Some page-to-page variation is normal when printing with laser printers. This variation
cannot be observed when printing on plain paper. However, this variation is obvious when printing
on preprinted forms because the lines and boxes are already placed on the page.
To avoid problems when using preprinted forms, embossed paper, and letterhead, observe the following
guidelines:
● Avoid using low-temperature inks (the kind
 used with some types of thermography).
● Use preprinted forms and letterhead paper that 
have been printed by offset lithography or
engraving.
● Use forms that have 
been created with heat-resi stant inks that will not melt, vaporize, or release
emissions when heated to 200°C (392°F) for 0.1 second. Typically, oxidation-set or oil-based inks
meet this requirement.
● When the form is preprinted, be 
careful not to change the moisture content of the paper, and do
not use materials that change the papers electr ical or handling properties. Seal the forms in
moisture-proof wrap to prevent  moisture changes during storage.
● Avoid processing preprinted forms that have a finish or coating.
● Avoid using heavily embossed or
 raised-letterhead papers.
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●Avoid papers that have heav
ily textured surfaces.
● Avoid using offset powders or other materials that
 prevent printed forms from sticking together.
NOTETo print a single-page cover letter on letterhead, followed by a multiple-page document,
feed the letterhead face up in tray 1, and lo ad the standard paper in tray 2. The device
automatically prints  from tray 1 first.
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Select print media
This device accepts a variety of media, such as cut-sheet paper, including up to 100% recycled fiber
content paper; envelopes; labels; transparencies; and  custom-size paper. Properties such as weight,
composition, grain, and moisture content are import ant factors that affect device performance and output
quality. Paper that does not meet the guidelines that  are outlined in this manual can cause the following
problems:
● Poor print quality
● Increased jams
● Premature wear on the device, requiring repair
NOTE
Some paper might meet all of the guide lines in this manual and still not produce
satisfactory results. This might be the result  of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and
humidity levels, or other variables over which He wlett-Packard has no control. Before purchasing
large quantities of media, make sure that it me ets the requirements that are specified in this user
guide and in the  HP LaserJet Printer Fa mily Print Media Guide, which is available for download
at 
www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide . Always test paper before buying large quantities.
CAUTIONUsing media that does not meet HP spec ifications can cause problems for the
device, requiring repair. This re pair is not covered by the HP warranty or service agreements.
Supported media sizes
Table 4-1  Supported media sizes
Input
trayLetterLegalA4A5Executive
(JIS)B5 (JIS)16KCustomStatementS Postcard
(JIS)Envelope1
Tray 1
Tray 2,
tray 3     
1Supported envelope sizes are #10, Monarch, C5, DL, and B5.
Table 4-2  Automatic 2-sided printing 1
Media sizeDimensionsWeight and thickness
Letter216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in)60 to 199 g/m2 (16 to 53 lb bond)
Legal216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in)
A4211 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in)
JIS216 x 330 mm (8.5 x 13 in)
1Automatic 2-sided printing on weights heavier t han those shown can produce unexpected results.
NOTEAutomatic 2-sided (duplex) printing is available with the HP LaserJet P3005d,
HP LaserJet P3005dn, and HP LaserJet P3005x models.
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Manual 2-sided printing. Most of the supported media sizes and  types listed for printing from tray 1
can be manually duplexed. See 
Print  for more information.
Supported media types
Table 4-3   Tray 1 media types
TypeDimensionsWeight or thicknessCapacity1
PlainMinimum: 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in)
Maximum: 216 x 356 mm
(8.5 x 14 in)60 to 199 g/m2 (16 to 53 lb)100 sheets
Preprinted60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)100 sheets
Letterhead60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)100 sheets
Prepunched60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)100 sheets
Bond60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb bond)100 sheets
Recycled60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)100 sheets
Colored paper60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)100 sheets
Rough60 to 199 g/m2 (16 to 53 lb)Up to 100 sheets
Light60 to 75 g/m2 (16 to 20 lb)100 sheets
Custom60 to 199 g/m2 (16 to 53 lb)Up to 100 sheets
Transparencies20.10 to 0.14 mm thick (4.7 to 5 mils thick)Up to 60 sheets
Envelopes75 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb)10 envelopes
Labels0.10 to 0.14 mm thick (4.7 to 5 mils thick)Up to 60 sheets
CardstockGreater than 163 g/m2 (greater than 43 lb)Up to 100 sheets
1Capacity can vary depending on media weig ht and thickness and environmental conditions. Smoothness should be 100 to
250 (Sheffield). For orde ring information, see 
Supplies and accessories .2Use only transparencies that are designed for  use with HP LaserJet printers. This printer can detect transparencies that were
not designed for use with HP LaserJet printers. For more information, see 
Print Quality submenu .
Table 4-4  Tray 2 and tray 3 media types
TypeDimensionsWeight or thicknessCapacity1
PlainMinimum: 140 x 216 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in)
Maximum: 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in)60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)Up to 500 sheets
Preprinted60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)Up to 500 sheets
Letterhead60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)Up to 500 sheets
Prepunched60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb bond)Up to 500 sheets
Bond60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)Up to 500 sheets
Recycled60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)Up to 500 sheets
Colored paper60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb)Up to 500 sheets
1The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes  of print media. Capacity can vary depending on media weight
and thickness and environmental conditi ons. Smoothness should be 100 to 250 (Sheffi eld). For ordering information, see
Supplies and accessories.
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