HP LaserJet 5200

Selecting print media
This printer accepts a variety of media, such as cut-sheet paper, including up to 100% recycled fiber
content paper; envelopes; labels; transparencies; and custom-size paper. Properties such as weight,
composition, grain, and moisture content are important factors that affect printer performance and output
quality. Paper that does not meet the guidelines that are outlined in this manual can cause the following
problems:
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Poor print quality
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Increased jams
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Premature wear on the printer, requiring repair
NOTE Some paper might meet all of the guidelines in this manual and still not produce
satisfactory results. This might be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and
humidity levels, or other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control. Before purchasing
large quantities of media, make sure that it meets the requirements that are specified in this user
guide and in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide, which is available for download
at
http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide. Always test paper before buying large quantities.
CAUTION Using media that does not meet HP specifications can cause problems for the
printer, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the HP warranty or service agreements.
Supported media sizes
NOTE The 500-sheet input tray (tray 3) and duplexer are not available for the HP LaserJet
5200L.
NOTE Auto duplexing is only supported for media weights of 60 to 120 g/m
2
(16 to 32 lb).
Media size Dimensions Tray 1 Tray 2 and
Tray 3
Auto duplex Manual duplex
Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in)
60 to 199 g/m
2
(16 to 53 lb)
Letter-R 279 x 216 mm (11 x 8.5 in)
A4 211 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in)
A4-R 297 x 211 mm (11.7 x 8.3 in)
Legal 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in)
Executive 185 x 267 mm (7.3 x 10.5 in)
Executive (JIS) 216 x 330 mm (8.5 x 13 in)
A5 147 x 211 mm (5.8 x 8.3 in)
B5 (JIS) 183 x 257 mm (7.2 x 10.1 in)
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