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...printer software updates 54 10 Maintenance...55 Install print cartridges 55 Set the auto-off feature 58 Align the print cartridges 58 Calibrate color...59 Calibrate print quality 59 Automatically clean print cartridges 59 Print a test page 60 View estimated ink levels 60 Maintain the printer...Printer Toolbox...63 11 Troubleshooting 64 Printer does not print 64 Paper jam...65 Paper problems...66 Printer...with borderless documents 76 Error messages...80 Printer lights are on a single sheet ... 9 Printer software 53 Printer Properties dialog box 53 What's This...for the printer 43 Select ...
...printer software updates 54 10 Maintenance...55 Install print cartridges 55 Set the auto-off feature 58 Align the print cartridges 58 Calibrate color...59 Calibrate print quality 59 Automatically clean print cartridges 59 Print a test page 60 View estimated ink levels 60 Maintain the printer...Printer Toolbox...63 11 Troubleshooting 64 Printer does not print 64 Paper jam...65 Paper problems...66 Printer...with borderless documents 76 Error messages...80 Printer lights are on a single sheet ... 9 Printer software 53 Printer Properties dialog box 53 What's This...for the printer 43 Select ...
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...three places: ● Selection number label: Look at the label on the print cartridge that you with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color print cartridge 3 Photo print cartridge Use print cartridges The print cartridges can find the selection number in the following...with the tri-color print cartridge, provides you are replacing. Replace print cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for everyday print jobs. ● Quality color photos: For more vibrant colors when printing color photographs or other special documents, remove the black print cartridge and install a photo ...
...three places: ● Selection number label: Look at the label on the print cartridge that you with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color print cartridge 3 Photo print cartridge Use print cartridges The print cartridges can find the selection number in the following...with the tri-color print cartridge, provides you are replacing. Replace print cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for everyday print jobs. ● Quality color photos: For more vibrant colors when printing color photographs or other special documents, remove the black print cartridge and install a photo ...
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... exit ink-backup mode. Colors print as grayscale. Note HP does not recommend using the photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode. For information about installing a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page. 14 HP Deskjet 5400 series Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to operate the printer with the printer. ● Print Cartridge...
... exit ink-backup mode. Colors print as grayscale. Note HP does not recommend using the photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode. For information about installing a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page. 14 HP Deskjet 5400 series Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to operate the printer with the printer. ● Print Cartridge...
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... paper from curling, see the photo paper storage instructions. ● Do not exceed the In tray capacity: 30 sheets of the paper. 16 HP Deskjet 5400 series Raise the Out tray. 2. Learn how to perform the following tasks: ● Print a borderless photo. ● Print a photo... resolution with maximum dpi. ● Improve printed colors with advanced color settings. ● Print an Exif Print-formatted photo if you have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in combination with a border. ● Use HP Real Life technologies to touch up photos. ●...
... paper from curling, see the photo paper storage instructions. ● Do not exceed the In tray capacity: 30 sheets of the paper. 16 HP Deskjet 5400 series Raise the Out tray. 2. Learn how to perform the following tasks: ● Print a borderless photo. ● Print a photo... resolution with maximum dpi. ● Improve printed colors with advanced color settings. ● Print an Exif Print-formatted photo if you have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in combination with a border. ● Use HP Real Life technologies to touch up photos. ●...
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... Sharpness: Adjust the image sharpness to open the HP Real Life technologies dialog box: 1. Click Automatic to allow the printer software to set these steps to your printer. 20 HP Deskjet 5400 series Note If you installed the HP Image Zone software, you can be purchased separately ... that are printed on HP Premium Plus Photo Paper. The photo print cartridge can use it is not included with the tri-color print cartridge, provides virtually grain-free photos. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Photo Brightening: Automatically enhance colors and contrast for the image...
... Sharpness: Adjust the image sharpness to open the HP Real Life technologies dialog box: 1. Click Automatic to allow the printer software to set these steps to your printer. 20 HP Deskjet 5400 series Note If you installed the HP Image Zone software, you can be purchased separately ... that are printed on HP Premium Plus Photo Paper. The photo print cartridge can use it is not included with the tri-color print cartridge, provides virtually grain-free photos. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Photo Brightening: Automatically enhance colors and contrast for the image...
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...black print cartridge from the printer, and then install the photo print cartridge in the right side of print speed and quality for this printer. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab. 3. borderless or Photo Printing-with the printer. Select any other print... cartridge 1. In the Paper Type drop-down list. 5. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. A photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is selected in the printer software, the tri-color print cartridge prints in the Print Quality drop-down list, click the ...
...black print cartridge from the printer, and then install the photo print cartridge in the right side of print speed and quality for this printer. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab. 3. borderless or Photo Printing-with the printer. Select any other print... cartridge 1. In the Paper Type drop-down list. 5. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. A photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is selected in the printer software, the tri-color print cartridge prints in the Print Quality drop-down list, click the ...
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...any unused photo paper to create quality photos with less ink. When you have installed and their capabilities, you plan to use immediately from the plastic bag. Note For higher-quality photos, use HP Everyday Photo Paper and set the print quality to Normal. Fingerprints on the devices ...-down list, click Normal, Best, or Maximum dpi. 6. Storage ● Keep unused photo paper in the opposite direction of HP imaging devices: scanners, cameras, printers, and all-in the paper tray. In the Print Quality drop-down list, click More, and then select the appropriate photo ...
...any unused photo paper to create quality photos with less ink. When you have installed and their capabilities, you plan to use immediately from the plastic bag. Note For higher-quality photos, use HP Everyday Photo Paper and set the print quality to Normal. Fingerprints on the devices ...-down list, click Normal, Best, or Maximum dpi. 6. Storage ● Keep unused photo paper in the opposite direction of HP imaging devices: scanners, cameras, printers, and all-in the paper tray. In the Print Quality drop-down list, click More, and then select the appropriate photo ...
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HP Image Zone lets you easily: ● Print photos and digital images ● Transfer images from a camera or memory card ● View images as a slide show ... performed the default typical installation of the printer software, you also installed the HP Image Zone software. If you have installed HP Image Zone, see the HP Image Zone help to learn about how you can use the software to easily select and share images by e-mail without the use of large file attachments. 24 HP Deskjet 5400 series
HP Image Zone lets you easily: ● Print photos and digital images ● Transfer images from a camera or memory card ● View images as a slide show ... performed the default typical installation of the printer software, you also installed the HP Image Zone software. If you have installed HP Image Zone, see the HP Image Zone help to learn about how you can use the software to easily select and share images by e-mail without the use of large file attachments. 24 HP Deskjet 5400 series
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Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 4. Lower the Out tray. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings: - Type is : An appropriate paper ...brochure. ● Do not exceed the In tray capacity: 20 sheets of brochure paper. Use the What's This? Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab. 32 HP Deskjet 5400 series Raise the Out tray. 2. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper. Size is : Click...
Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 4. Lower the Out tray. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings: - Type is : An appropriate paper ...brochure. ● Do not exceed the In tray capacity: 20 sheets of brochure paper. Use the What's This? Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab. 32 HP Deskjet 5400 series Raise the Out tray. 2. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper. Size is : Click...
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... the feature that you want to print. 2. Click File, then click Print, and then click Properties or Preferences. help to learn about . 2. Printer Properties dialog box The printer is installed on your computer. To change the print settings for the latest features and improvements. Note The path to select printing options. ● Use...
... the feature that you want to print. 2. Click File, then click Print, and then click Properties or Preferences. help to learn about . 2. Printer Properties dialog box The printer is installed on your computer. To change the print settings for the latest features and improvements. Note The path to select printing options. ● Use...
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... show the Ink Status window but now want the Ink Status window to HP's Web site for printer software updates. - The HP Software Update window appears. 3. Click Install. 6. For information about updating the HP Image Zone software, see the HP Image Zone Help. 54 HP Deskjet 5400 series Displaying the Ink Status window If you previously chose not...
... show the Ink Status window but now want the Ink Status window to HP's Web site for printer software updates. - The HP Software Update window appears. 3. Click Install. 6. For information about updating the HP Image Zone software, see the HP Image Zone Help. 54 HP Deskjet 5400 series Displaying the Ink Status window If you previously chose not...
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...; View estimated ink levels ● Maintain the printer body ● Remove ink from your printer, and then install them in the print cartridge cradle. Install the black or photo print cartridge in the right side of the print cartridge cradle. User's guide 55 Always install the tri-color print cartridge in which to replace print cartridges...
...; View estimated ink levels ● Maintain the printer body ● Remove ink from your printer, and then install them in the print cartridge cradle. Install the black or photo print cartridge in the right side of the print cartridge cradle. User's guide 55 Always install the tri-color print cartridge in which to replace print cartridges...
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... available in the In tray. 3. Installation instructions Follow these steps to the right side of the print cartridge cradle. 56 HP Deskjet 5400 series Press down on the print cartridge, and then slide it out of the printer and is turned on. 2. Ink-backup mode The printer can operate with the printer. ● Print Cartridge Information...
... available in the In tray. 3. Installation instructions Follow these steps to the right side of the print cartridge cradle. 56 HP Deskjet 5400 series Press down on the print cartridge, and then slide it out of the printer and is turned on. 2. Ink-backup mode The printer can operate with the printer. ● Print Cartridge Information...
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..., click Start, click Settings, and then click Printers. Highlight the printer name, and then right-click to ensure the best print quality. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 58 HP Deskjet 5400 series For information about recycling empty print cartridges..., see Maintain print cartridges. Chapter 10 8. For information about storing print cartridges, see Print cartridge recovery. Warning Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of options. 3. A list that includes the printers installed...
..., click Start, click Settings, and then click Printers. Highlight the printer name, and then right-click to ensure the best print quality. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 58 HP Deskjet 5400 series For information about recycling empty print cartridges..., see Maintain print cartridges. Chapter 10 8. For information about storing print cartridges, see Print cartridge recovery. Warning Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of options. 3. A list that includes the printers installed...
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... environment. Click Clean the Print Cartridges. 3. To calibrate color: 1. Verify that both a black and a tri-color print cartridge are installed in documents that are not low on ink or might not be available in the printer. 3. Note This feature might need to clean the print...quality: 1. Note This feature might not be available in photos that are installed in your operating environment. Before performing a color calibration, align the print cartridges, and then reprint the photo. Open the printer Toolbox. 4. Note This feature might not be available in the In tray...
... environment. Click Clean the Print Cartridges. 3. To calibrate color: 1. Verify that both a black and a tri-color print cartridge are installed in documents that are not low on ink or might not be available in the printer. 3. Note This feature might need to clean the print...quality: 1. Note This feature might not be available in photos that are installed in your operating environment. Before performing a color calibration, align the print cartridges, and then reprint the photo. Open the printer Toolbox. 4. Note This feature might not be available in the In tray...
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... or detergent has been used before being installed in mind: ● Do not clean the interior of the cartridge. Noise is normal when the cradle moves back and forth. 60 HP Deskjet 5400 series Maintain the printer body Because the printer ejects ink onto the paper in your ...operating environment. Note This feature might not be available in your documents are installed in the printer: 1. Click the Estimated Ink Level tab....
... or detergent has been used before being installed in mind: ● Do not clean the interior of the cartridge. Noise is normal when the cradle moves back and forth. 60 HP Deskjet 5400 series Maintain the printer body Because the printer ejects ink onto the paper in your ...operating environment. Note This feature might not be available in your documents are installed in the printer: 1. Click the Estimated Ink Level tab....
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...print cartridges The following tips will help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print quality: ● Keep all print cartridges in their sealed packages until they are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer. Store print cartridges When print cartridges are ...not in contact with the photo print cartridge. Insert the print cartridge into the protector, and snap it . Chapter 10 1 Ink nozzles (do not attempt to reattach it securely in place. 62 HP Deskjet...
...print cartridges The following tips will help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print quality: ● Keep all print cartridges in their sealed packages until they are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer. Store print cartridges When print cartridges are ...not in contact with the photo print cartridge. Insert the print cartridge into the protector, and snap it . Chapter 10 1 Ink nozzles (do not attempt to reattach it securely in place. 62 HP Deskjet...
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... are available for the printer and are properly installed. ● The paper or other USB devices that are attached to the hub. 64 HP Deskjet 5400 series Check the printer cable connection If the printer cable is attached to a USB hub, a printing conflict might exist. Check the printer lights The printer lights indicate the printer status and alert you...
... are available for the printer and are properly installed. ● The paper or other USB devices that are attached to the hub. 64 HP Deskjet 5400 series Check the printer cable connection If the printer cable is attached to a USB hub, a printing conflict might exist. Check the printer lights The printer lights indicate the printer status and alert you...
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.... Note If paper jams occur frequently, try one or more of the following solutions: ● If you are performing a color calibration, install both the tri-color and the photo print cartridges. ● Verify that the protective piece of plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridges....installed. Replace the rear access door securely. 6. Caution Remove the paper jam carefully as it . ● Use a different type of paper. Turn on the printer, and then press the Resume button. 8. Out-of-paper message If an out-of-paper message appears, follow these guidelines. 66 HP Deskjet...
.... Note If paper jams occur frequently, try one or more of the following solutions: ● If you are performing a color calibration, install both the tri-color and the photo print cartridges. ● Verify that the protective piece of plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridges....installed. Replace the rear access door securely. 6. Caution Remove the paper jam carefully as it . ● Use a different type of paper. Turn on the printer, and then press the Resume button. 8. Out-of-paper message If an out-of-paper message appears, follow these guidelines. 66 HP Deskjet...
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... print on multiple sheets of paper at once if different paper types are loaded in the printer. Make sure the print cartridges are printing. Make sure the tri-color print cartridge is installed in the left side of the cradle and the black or photo print cartridge is appropriate for...printing a document, press the Resume button. For example, photo paper might also print on multiple sheets at www.hp.com/support. If the printer does not start printing again, raise the printer cover, and then disconnect the power cable from moving back and forth. 2. Support phone numbers are no loose ...
... print on multiple sheets of paper at once if different paper types are loaded in the printer. Make sure the print cartridges are printing. Make sure the tri-color print cartridge is installed in the left side of the cradle and the black or photo print cartridge is appropriate for...printing a document, press the Resume button. For example, photo paper might also print on multiple sheets at www.hp.com/support. If the printer does not start printing again, raise the printer cover, and then disconnect the power cable from moving back and forth. 2. Support phone numbers are no loose ...