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HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Front View Access Door Resume Button and Light Print Cartridge Cradles Card Guide Paper Width Adjuster Banner Paper Support Banner Lever OUT Tray IN Tray Paper Length Adjuster Single Envelope Slot Power Button and Light Front View 4550015
HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Front View Access Door Resume Button and Light Print Cartridge Cradles Card Guide Paper Width Adjuster Banner Paper Support Banner Lever OUT Tray IN Tray Paper Length Adjuster Single Envelope Slot Power Button and Light Front View 4550015
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Centronix cable included Includes HP Media Sample Pack and software bundle 3. United States Norwegian Int'l English Polish Portuguese Cyrillic/ English Int'l English ...60166 C4562-60167 C4562-60149 C4562-60149 C4562-60149 1. All HP DeskJet 690C printers include black and color print cartridges 2. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Ordering Printer Options Localized Printer Options (DeskJet 690C) (Cont.) Region or Country Manual/ Software Language Printer Option Number Power Module User's Documentation Kit Printer Software Kit (v 9.01) Norway Philippines Poland Portugal Russia ...
Centronix cable included Includes HP Media Sample Pack and software bundle 3. United States Norwegian Int'l English Polish Portuguese Cyrillic/ English Int'l English ...60166 C4562-60167 C4562-60149 C4562-60149 C4562-60149 1. All HP DeskJet 690C printers include black and color print cartridges 2. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Ordering Printer Options Localized Printer Options (DeskJet 690C) (Cont.) Region or Country Manual/ Software Language Printer Option Number Power Module User's Documentation Kit Printer Software Kit (v 9.01) Norway Philippines Poland Portugal Russia ...
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HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Ordering Printer Options Localized Printer Options (DeskJet 690C - HP DeskJet 692J printers include black, color and photo print cartridges, Humidor, software bundle, and HP Media Sample Pack Localized Printer Options (DeskJet 692K1) Region or Country Manual/ Software Language Printer Option Number User's Power Documentation Module Kit Printer Software Kit Korea Korean C4562K AB1 9100-5126 C4562-60118 C4562-60134 1. HP DeskJet 690C - HP DeskJet 692K printers include black, color and photo...
HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Ordering Printer Options Localized Printer Options (DeskJet 690C - HP DeskJet 692J printers include black, color and photo print cartridges, Humidor, software bundle, and HP Media Sample Pack Localized Printer Options (DeskJet 692K1) Region or Country Manual/ Software Language Printer Option Number User's Power Documentation Module Kit Printer Software Kit Korea Korean C4562K AB1 9100-5126 C4562-60118 C4562-60134 1. HP DeskJet 690C - HP DeskJet 692K printers include black, color and photo...
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...-60152 C4562-60153 C4562-60160 C4562-60162 C4562-60165 C4562-60166 C4562-60149 C4562-60149 1. All HP DeskJet 694C printers include black, color and photo print cartridges, Humidor, Adobe PhotoDeluxe software, and HP Media Sample Pack HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Ordering Printer Options Localized Printer Options (DeskJet 693C1) Region or Country Argentina3 Brazil3 Brazil3 Canada2 Latin America3 Latin America3 South America3 U.K.2 United...
...-60152 C4562-60153 C4562-60160 C4562-60162 C4562-60165 C4562-60166 C4562-60149 C4562-60149 1. All HP DeskJet 694C printers include black, color and photo print cartridges, Humidor, Adobe PhotoDeluxe software, and HP Media Sample Pack HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Ordering Printer Options Localized Printer Options (DeskJet 693C1) Region or Country Argentina3 Brazil3 Brazil3 Canada2 Latin America3 Latin America3 South America3 U.K.2 United...
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HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Items Included HP DeskJet 690C series printer Power Module Ite ms In clu d e d Booklets about your printer Printer software diskettes Black print cartridge 4550013 Color print cartridge (Not shown: Photo Cartridge, Storage Container (Humidor), and additional software bundle which may be included with some printer models.) Packaging Restraint 4550014
HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Items Included HP DeskJet 690C series printer Power Module Ite ms In clu d e d Booklets about your printer Printer software diskettes Black print cartridge 4550013 Color print cartridge (Not shown: Photo Cartridge, Storage Container (Humidor), and additional software bundle which may be included with some printer models.) Packaging Restraint 4550014
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...color cartridges) 0.8 pages per minute 0.3 pages per page (5 x 7 photo) 1. Approximate figures. Exact speed will vary depending upon system configuration, software program, and photo complexity. Exact speed will vary depending upon the system configuration, software program, and document complexity. To conserve memory, DOS fonts are placed on the page. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers... Product Performance Specifications Product Performance Specifications HP DeskJet 690C series printers print a 600x300 dot size. ...
...color cartridges) 0.8 pages per minute 0.3 pages per page (5 x 7 photo) 1. Approximate figures. Exact speed will vary depending upon system configuration, software program, and photo complexity. Exact speed will vary depending upon the system configuration, software program, and document complexity. To conserve memory, DOS fonts are placed on the page. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers... Product Performance Specifications Product Performance Specifications HP DeskJet 690C series printers print a 600x300 dot size. ...
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..., 300 DPI Note DPI is measured in addressable raster points per inch. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Product Performance Specifications Resolution EconoFast Mode Black Resolution MS Windows (text and graphics) 300 x 300 DPI DOS (text only) 300 x 300 DPI Color Resolution (Black and Color Cartridges) Plain Paper 300 x 300 DPI Premium Paper, Glossy Paper, and Transparency N/A Film...
..., 300 DPI Note DPI is measured in addressable raster points per inch. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Product Performance Specifications Resolution EconoFast Mode Black Resolution MS Windows (text and graphics) 300 x 300 DPI DOS (text only) 300 x 300 DPI Color Resolution (Black and Color Cartridges) Plain Paper 300 x 300 DPI Premium Paper, Glossy Paper, and Transparency N/A Film...
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... cartridges. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Refilling Policy Refilling Policy Caution The ink in the print cartridges has been carefully formulated by Hewlett-Packard to refill the highcapacity print cartridge may cause a sudden loss of ink from the print cartridge. Attempting to ensure superior print quality and compatibility with the printer. Printer damage caused by refilling highcapacity black ink or color...
... cartridges. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Refilling Policy Refilling Policy Caution The ink in the print cartridges has been carefully formulated by Hewlett-Packard to refill the highcapacity print cartridge may cause a sudden loss of ink from the print cartridge. Attempting to ensure superior print quality and compatibility with the printer. Printer damage caused by refilling highcapacity black ink or color...
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... Cartridges 51649A1 Color Inkjet Print Cartridge (Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow Inks) 51629A High Capacity Inkjet Print Cartridge (Black pigment) C1816A or 16A Photo Cartridge (Cyan, Magenta and Yellow dyes, and Black pigment) HP Photo Color Kits3 C4585A U.S. C4584A Europe/China C4583A Asia Pacific C4590A Inter Americas/Canada C4586A Japan 1. The Photo Cartridge is supported by the DeskJet 690C and DeskWriter 690C series printers. 3. The color...
... Cartridges 51649A1 Color Inkjet Print Cartridge (Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow Inks) 51629A High Capacity Inkjet Print Cartridge (Black pigment) C1816A or 16A Photo Cartridge (Cyan, Magenta and Yellow dyes, and Black pigment) HP Photo Color Kits3 C4585A U.S. C4584A Europe/China C4583A Asia Pacific C4590A Inter Americas/Canada C4586A Japan 1. The Photo Cartridge is supported by the DeskJet 690C and DeskWriter 690C series printers. 3. The color...
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... is based on an 8 in . x 10 in . The 51649A print cartridge life is based on a 5 in . HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Print Cartridge Specifications Print Cartridge Specifications Specification Hewlett-Packard Print Cartridges Type Plain paper drop-on-demand Thermal InkJet printing Ink Base 51629A (Black) 51649A (Color) C1816A or 16A (Photo) Pigment Based Ink Dye Based Ink Dye Based Ink...
... is based on an 8 in . x 10 in . The 51649A print cartridge life is based on a 5 in . HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Print Cartridge Specifications Print Cartridge Specifications Specification Hewlett-Packard Print Cartridges Type Plain paper drop-on-demand Thermal InkJet printing Ink Base 51629A (Black) 51649A (Color) C1816A or 16A (Photo) Pigment Based Ink Dye Based Ink Dye Based Ink...
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... layered above the resistor transfers the residual heat from the resistor. This is forced through a nozzle. This technology centers on a disposable print cartridge which must be removed. This process is to form a bubble. The next step is repeated up , it expands and is to apply ...second and creates residual heat in the resistor which propels ink out of silicon placed above the firing chamber. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Th e rmal In kje t Te ch n o lo g y Thermal Inkjet Technology The HP DeskJet printer family uses Thermal InkJet II (TIJ II) technology.
... layered above the resistor transfers the residual heat from the resistor. This is forced through a nozzle. This technology centers on a disposable print cartridge which must be removed. This process is to form a bubble. The next step is repeated up , it expands and is to apply ...second and creates residual heat in the resistor which propels ink out of silicon placed above the firing chamber. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Th e rmal In kje t Te ch n o lo g y Thermal Inkjet Technology The HP DeskJet printer family uses Thermal InkJet II (TIJ II) technology.
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From all other international locations the HP Health Line can request a MSDS at the following sources: HP forums of the ink, and precautions for the print cartridges. You can be reached by calling 1 (503) 494-7199. For health related issues, this line is accidentally ingested, contact the HP Health Line 1 (800) 457-4209... MSDS 19310 Pruneridge Avenue Cupertino, CA 95014 Mailstop 49AS Telephone 1 (800) 752-0900 Ask for Department MSDS (6:00 AM to the above resources. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Print Cartridge Safety Print Cartridge Safety If ink is staffed 24 hours per day.
From all other international locations the HP Health Line can request a MSDS at the following sources: HP forums of the ink, and precautions for the print cartridges. You can be reached by calling 1 (503) 494-7199. For health related issues, this line is accidentally ingested, contact the HP Health Line 1 (800) 457-4209... MSDS 19310 Pruneridge Avenue Cupertino, CA 95014 Mailstop 49AS Telephone 1 (800) 752-0900 Ask for Department MSDS (6:00 AM to the above resources. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Print Cartridge Safety Print Cartridge Safety If ink is staffed 24 hours per day.
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... station, keeping the ink from the power button. Keep opened print cartridges in the printer or the print cartridge storage container. These operations occur transparently to maintain optimum print quality. Proper use print cartridges after the expiration date. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Maintaining Print Cartridges Maintaining Print Cartridges The printer automatically performs operations of spitting, wiping, and capping of the...
... station, keeping the ink from the power button. Keep opened print cartridges in the printer or the print cartridge storage container. These operations occur transparently to maintain optimum print quality. Proper use print cartridges after the expiration date. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Maintaining Print Cartridges Maintaining Print Cartridges The printer automatically performs operations of spitting, wiping, and capping of the...
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HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Maintaining Print Cartridges Modifying or Refilling Print Cartridges See "Print Cartridge Information/General/Refilling Policy."
HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Maintaining Print Cartridges Modifying or Refilling Print Cartridges See "Print Cartridge Information/General/Refilling Policy."
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The print cartridge expiration date is in a box, read the "Use Before" date printed on the Box 2184903 If the print cartridge is 18 months after the date of manufacture. Read the Date on the box. Methods for Identifying Print Cartridge Expiration Dates Method 1 - HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Id e n tifyin g th e E xp iratio n Date Identifying the Expiration Date Print quality problems may be caused by print cartridges that have passed their expiration date.
The print cartridge expiration date is in a box, read the "Use Before" date printed on the Box 2184903 If the print cartridge is 18 months after the date of manufacture. Read the Date on the box. Methods for Identifying Print Cartridge Expiration Dates Method 1 - HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Id e n tifyin g th e E xp iratio n Date Identifying the Expiration Date Print quality problems may be caused by print cartridges that have passed their expiration date.
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Determine the manufacturing date from the code printed on the Print Cartridge 1. Color Print Cartridge Black Print Cartridge 2. Read the Code on the print cartridge. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Id e n tifyin g th e E xp iratio n Date Method 2 - Replace the print cartridge if it is more than 18 months after the manufacturing date code.
Determine the manufacturing date from the code printed on the Print Cartridge 1. Color Print Cartridge Black Print Cartridge 2. Read the Code on the print cartridge. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Id e n tifyin g th e E xp iratio n Date Method 2 - Replace the print cartridge if it is more than 18 months after the manufacturing date code.
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Use a FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory control process to avoid having print cartridges longer than the print cartridge shelf life specification. Therefore, keep print cartridges in their sealed container or capped by the service station at the right end of the mechanism. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Id e n tifyin g th e E xp iratio n Date Note Ink can evaporate through the nozzles, reducing the print cartridge life.
Use a FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory control process to avoid having print cartridges longer than the print cartridge shelf life specification. Therefore, keep print cartridges in their sealed container or capped by the service station at the right end of the mechanism. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Id e n tifyin g th e E xp iratio n Date Note Ink can evaporate through the nozzles, reducing the print cartridge life.
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... in EconoFast mode, then print the final copies in . HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Short Print Cartridge Life Short Print Cartridge Life There are several causes for Short Print Cartridge Life Cause Reason Higher coverage rate than listed in . The information below shows the average life of the following colors: cyan, magenta, yellow, green, red and blue. printable...
... in EconoFast mode, then print the final copies in . HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Short Print Cartridge Life Short Print Cartridge Life There are several causes for Short Print Cartridge Life Cause Reason Higher coverage rate than listed in . The information below shows the average life of the following colors: cyan, magenta, yellow, green, red and blue. printable...
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... faulty, or the printer may be damaging the print cartridges. Keep print cartridges sealed in this case, return the printer for repair and indicate the history of the faulty print cartridges. Short color print cartridge life. The print cartridge is faulty. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Short Print Cartridge Life Possible Causes for Short Print Cartridge Life (Cont.) Cause Reason Printer was prematurely removed from...
... faulty, or the printer may be damaging the print cartridges. Keep print cartridges sealed in this case, return the printer for repair and indicate the history of the faulty print cartridges. Short color print cartridge life. The print cartridge is faulty. HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Short Print Cartridge Life Possible Causes for Short Print Cartridge Life (Cont.) Cause Reason Printer was prematurely removed from...
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Refer to "Troubleshooting Information/Printer Diagnostic Information/Print Cartridge Cleaning." HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Print Cartridge Cleaning Routine Print Cartridge Cleaning Routine If rows of dots are missing on printouts, try cleaning the print cartridge by using the print cartridge cleaning routine in the printer.
Refer to "Troubleshooting Information/Printer Diagnostic Information/Print Cartridge Cleaning." HP DeskJet 690C Series Printers Print Cartridge Cleaning Routine Print Cartridge Cleaning Routine If rows of dots are missing on printouts, try cleaning the print cartridge by using the print cartridge cleaning routine in the printer.