Ink marks on the media, Media extensions, Printed surface smearing roll – HP DesignJet 500 User Manual

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Media & Ink

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Ink Marks on the Media

Media Extensions

Printed Surface Smearing Roll

As the media is printed and the image is coming out
from the printer, the natural curl of the media causes it
to rub against the roll of media installed in the printer.
This causes image smearing.

In addition to this, if the out-coming media sticks
against the roll, because the ink is not dry or because
of static (some Polyester films get electrostatically
charged) it could cause the media to re-feed into the
printer.

Make sure that the media extensions are installed onto
the printer (shown right). The extensions don't reduce
the way media is charged, but the increased distance
between the roll and the out-coming media, reduces
the probability of having both surfaces being attracted
(and smears).

NOTE: for detailed printing tips, troubleshooting,
printing compatibility and new product information, visit
our web site at:

http://www.hp.com/go/designjet

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