Colored media, Media to avoid – HP Color LaserJet 8550 Multifunction Printer series User Manual
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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 374° F, or 190° C). Do not
use media with colored coating that was added after the media was
produced.
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.
Media to Avoid
Follow these guidelines to avoid poor print quality or damage to the
printer:
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Do not use media that contains embossing.
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Do not use media with cutouts or perforations.
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Do not use multi-part forms.
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Do not use media with irregularities, such as tabs or staples.
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Do not use preprinted media that contains thermography or inks
that melt, vaporize, or release hazardous emissions when
subjected to the fusing temperature (approximately 374° F, or
190° C).
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Do not use any media that produces hazardous emissions, melts,
offsets, or discolors when heated to the printer's fusing
temperatures (approximately 374° F, or 190° C).
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Do not use media that has already been through a photocopier or
printer, even if there is no printing on the page.
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Do not use media with a watermark if solid fill areas are to be
printed.
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Do not use transparencies designed for ink jet printers.