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03-29-2024 12:28 PM
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According to the documentation, the printer supports regular Plain paper, Brochure paper (180 gsm).
"HP Card" is listed in the specifications -- this paper type is actually Index paper 200 gsm.
Not listed but included,
HP Presentation Paper (120 gsm)
HP Professional Paper (180 gsm)
Paper sizes are limited by paper type.
Brochure paper, for example, is full sized paper.
Usable and generally excellent for homemade folded cards.
Index can be purchased in several sizes.
Note that this "top loader" printer might have trouble with smaller paper when that paper is "thicker" than regular paper. ??
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When setting the paper type in the Embedded Web Server (EWS)
Select as close to your thicker paper type as is available in the list -- possibly Brochure paper, if listed.
Sample
EWS – Tray and Paper Management
Old Style EWS
Open your Browser > Type / enter the Printer IP address into URL / Address bar
Tab Settings > Preferences > Tray and Paper (Management)
Select / Adjust settings for Paper Size / Type
Model and EWS version Dependent: Advanced section
Click Apply to save changes
New Style EWS
Open your Browser > Type / enter the Printer IP address into URL / Address bar
Section Paper > Trays > click on Tray to configure
And (in addition and as available)
Section Print > Default Print Options > Select default tray
Retain_Printing_Preferences_20
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Pre-Made cards - for example, folded cards you might purchase.
Would these work?
No idea -- The printer is not made to accept pre-folded paper (cards or otherwise).
My guess is that folded cards, even opened and to be printed flat, would jam.
There is the additional issue of print surface, weight, and any "decorations" that might be on a pre-printed card.
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Remember to respect the larger margin requirement along the bottom edge -- all data must be kept within (inside of) 12.7mm (1/2 inch).
Discussion / Additional Information
This printers in this series are typically an economy printer type - top loader tray, limited margins (larger margin along the bottom edge = 12.7mm (1/2 inch), and no Borderless printing.
The printers in this series generally support what HP defines as "HP Card" -- the paper type is actually Index paper - maximum 110lb / 200gsm.
Sample - DeskJet 2720e model
Data sheet - HP DeskJet 2720e All-in-One Printer
and
Category Product Specifications > Topic Product Information
Select document
Product Specifications for the HP DeskJet 2720 All-in-One Printer (3XV19D)
Paper handling
Input capacity | Up to 60 sheets |
Standard input capacity (cards) | Up to 20 cards |
Output capacity | Up to 25 sheets |
Media sizes supported (metric) | A4; B5; A6; DL envelope |
Media sizes, custom (metric) | 89 x 127 to 215 x 279 mm |
Media types | Plain paper, Photo paper, Brochure paper |
Media weight supported (metric) | A4: 60 to 90 g/m²; HP envelopes: 75 to 90 g/m²; HP cards: up to 200 g/m²; HP 10 x 15 cm photo paper: up to 300 g/m² |
Borderless printing | No |
References / Resources
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