HP Color LaserJet 8500 Service Manual - Page 38

Glossy media If you want the effect of glossy media, use only HP LaserJet soft gloss media in this printer. HP soft gloss is the only glossy media supported by the printer. For ordering information, see page 513. Heavy paper stock Heavy paper stock is any paper from 28 lb to 58 lb (105 to 216 g/m2). Always print heavy paper stock from tray 1. In the printer driver, select Heavy Paper or Cardstock as the paper type on the paper tab to ensure the correct finish on the media. Also, use the left (face-up) output bin to prevent media jams. For more information about changing the printer driver settings, see the online help. Do not use extremely heavy paper stock (greater than 58 lb, or 216 g/m2 bond). Misfeeds, mis-stacking, media jams, poor toner fusing, poor print quality, and excessive mechanical wear can result. Colored media Colored media should be of the same high quality as white xerographic paper. Pigments used must be able to withstand the printer's fusing temperature (approximately 190° C, or 374° F). Do not use media on which a colored coating was added after production. The printer cannot detect the color of media you are using. Varying the shade or color of the media can change the shades of the printed colors. 36 Chapter 1 - Product information EN