HP P2015x HP LaserJet P2015 - User Guide - Page 29
Guidelines for using media, HP media, Media to avoid, Media that can damage the printer - laserjet laser printer
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Guidelines for using media You can print on a variety of media, such as paper (including up to 100% recycled-fiber-content paper), envelopes, labels, transparencies, and custom-size media. The following are the supported media sizes: ● Minimum: 76 by 127 mm (3 x 5 inches) ● Maximum: 216 by 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches) Properties such as weight, grain, and moisture content are important factors that affect printer performance and quality. To achieve the best possible print quality, only use high-quality media that is designed for laser printers. NOTE Always test a sample of the media before you purchase large quantities. HP media HP recommends a variety of media. See the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide (http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide/) for a full list. Media to avoid Media outside the printer specifications will cause a loss of print quality and increase the occurrence of jams. ● Do not use paper that is too rough. ● Do not use paper with cutouts or perforations other than standard 3-hole punched paper. ● Do not use multi-part or multi-page forms. ● Do not use paper with a watermark if you are printing solid patterns. Media that can damage the printer Avoid media that can damage the printer. ● Do not use media with staples attached. ● Do not use transparencies designed for inkjet printers or other low temperature printers. Use only transparencies that are specified for use with HP LaserJet printers. ● Do not use photo paper intended for inkjet printers. ● Do not use paper that is embossed or coated and is not designed for the temperatures of the printer's image fuser. Select media that can tolerate temperatures of 200° C (392° F) for 0.1 second. HP produces a selection of media that is designed for the HP LaserJet P2015 Series printers. ● Do not use letterhead paper with low temperature dyes or thermography. Preprinted forms or letterhead must use inks that can tolerate temperatures of 200° C (392° F) for 0.1 second. ● Do not use any media that produces hazardous emissions, or that melts, offsets, or discolors when exposed to 200° C (392° F) for 0.1 second. To order HP LaserJet printing supplies, go to http://www.hp.com/go/ljsupplies/ in the U.S. or to http://www.hp.com/ghp/buyonline.html/ worldwide. ENWW Guidelines for using media 19