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...cartridges 72 Set the auto-off feature 75 Align the print cartridges 75 Calibrate color ...76 Automatically clean print cartridges 76 Print a test page 76 View estimated ink levels 76 Maintain the printer body 77 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 77 Manually clean print ...print correctly 94 Print quality is poor 94 Document is misprinted 96 Problems with borderless documents 96 Error messages 100 Printer lights are on or flashing 101 Document prints slowly 103 If you continue to have problems 104 HP support process 104 12 Accessories...105 2 HP Deskjet 6940 series
...cartridges 72 Set the auto-off feature 75 Align the print cartridges 75 Calibrate color ...76 Automatically clean print cartridges 76 Print a test page 76 View estimated ink levels 76 Maintain the printer body 77 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 77 Manually clean print ...print correctly 94 Print quality is poor 94 Document is misprinted 96 Problems with borderless documents 96 Error messages 100 Printer lights are on or flashing 101 Document prints slowly 103 If you continue to have problems 104 HP support process 104 12 Accessories...105 2 HP Deskjet 6940 series
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...higher. Ethernet network examples To see some examples of computers and devices without any configuration. Note Hewlett-Packard supports Rendezvous for Mac OS X v 10.2.3 and higher. The printer is a networking feature available with your computer. Internet connections Networks might not be a router or a ... the Internet, it is recommended that use a popular protocol called a protocol. If you to the printer, which prints them in the order received. 20 HP Deskjet 6940 series IP address Each device on the network send print jobs directly to create instant IP-based...
...higher. Ethernet network examples To see some examples of computers and devices without any configuration. Note Hewlett-Packard supports Rendezvous for Mac OS X v 10.2.3 and higher. The printer is a networking feature available with your computer. Internet connections Networks might not be a router or a ... the Internet, it is recommended that use a popular protocol called a protocol. If you to the printer, which prints them in the order received. 20 HP Deskjet 6940 series IP address Each device on the network send print jobs directly to create instant IP-based...
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...print the page in that language, follow the instructions that you might be requested by HP Service and Support. Active Connection Type The type of the printer's domain name server. Default Gateway The printer's gateway address. This setting does not apply to a network. Press the Report Page ... then release the Report Page button. Understand the HP Report page The HP Report page lists the following information that no IP address has been set. Address (MAC) Firmware Revision Revision number of the page. 2. Subnet Mask The printer's subnet mask. 1. URL The address to print...
...print the page in that language, follow the instructions that you might be requested by HP Service and Support. Active Connection Type The type of the printer's domain name server. Default Gateway The printer's gateway address. This setting does not apply to a network. Press the Report Page ... then release the Report Page button. Understand the HP Report page The HP Report page lists the following information that no IP address has been set. Address (MAC) Firmware Revision Revision number of the page. 2. Subnet Mask The printer's subnet mask. 1. URL The address to print...
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...levels in the printer PictBridge function since Error the printer was last turned on a network. Use the printer's EWS to the HP Deskjet 6940 series printer. Chapter 4 (continued) Item Admin Password Link Config Meaning This name is used by HP Service and Support. Total Packets ... connections: Item Meaning Total Packets Number of packets received without error. Transmitted This item might be requested by HP Service and Support. Indicates whether the printer's embedded Web server is password protected. ● Set: A password is required. ● Not Set:...
...levels in the printer PictBridge function since Error the printer was last turned on a network. Use the printer's EWS to the HP Deskjet 6940 series printer. Chapter 4 (continued) Item Admin Password Link Config Meaning This name is used by HP Service and Support. Total Packets ... connections: Item Meaning Total Packets Number of packets received without error. Transmitted This item might be requested by HP Service and Support. Indicates whether the printer's embedded Web server is password protected. ● Set: A password is required. ● Not Set:...
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... across subnets can configure on the printer and open the HP Printer Utility to open the printer's internal Web page: 1. User's guide 29 Configure Bluetooth settings on a network printer The following table describes the Bluetooth settings you can be on a different subnet than the computer, enter the printer's IP address (for support information and to print using...
... across subnets can configure on the printer and open the HP Printer Utility to open the printer's internal Web page: 1. User's guide 29 Configure Bluetooth settings on a network printer The following table describes the Bluetooth settings you can be on a different subnet than the computer, enter the printer's IP address (for support information and to print using...
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...used to connect two devices that have Ethernet ports but that acts as the center of Ethernet cables. For example, a computer on the HP Report page. Other devices on the network. Broadcast packet: A packet sent from unwanted entry. Ethernet cable: There are connected to an ...of an Ethernet network. h Host Name: The name by which the printer identifies itself . Hub: A simple device that are not hubs or routers. Ethernet: A popular form of hardware and software tools that also supports multiple authentication methods, such as a gateway between the network and the ...
...used to connect two devices that have Ethernet ports but that acts as the center of Ethernet cables. For example, a computer on the HP Report page. Other devices on the network. Broadcast packet: A packet sent from unwanted entry. Ethernet cable: There are connected to an ...of an Ethernet network. h Host Name: The name by which the printer identifies itself . Hub: A simple device that are not hubs or routers. Ethernet: A popular form of hardware and software tools that also supports multiple authentication methods, such as a gateway between the network and the ...
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...network device that manages network traffic in networking feature supports LANs that belong to minimize collisions and maximize speed. t TCP/IP: Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is recommended that the printer and the computers that directs packets from a ...A small network that is connected to a network. v w x y z Bluetooth wireless printing Use an optional HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter to print images from one network to the printer without a cable connection. A router can act as a gateway between a LAN and the Internet. A static IP...
...network device that manages network traffic in networking feature supports LANs that belong to minimize collisions and maximize speed. t TCP/IP: Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is recommended that the printer and the computers that directs packets from a ...A small network that is connected to a network. v w x y z Bluetooth wireless printing Use an optional HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter to print images from one network to the printer without a cable connection. A router can act as a gateway between a LAN and the Internet. A static IP...
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... not plug other USB devices into the printer's front USB port. Note Other than PictBridge-compatible cameras and Bluetooth dongles, do not need the following items: ● A PictBridge-compatible camera ● A digital camera USB cable 46 HP Deskjet 6940 series For detailed information on printing... to print digital photographs. When a PictBridge-enabled camera is connected to be printed over a PictBridge connection, but, since the printer does not support TIFFs over a PictBridge connection, only JPEGs can be printed. Just plug the camera into the front USB port. 1 Front USB...
... not plug other USB devices into the printer's front USB port. Note Other than PictBridge-compatible cameras and Bluetooth dongles, do not need the following items: ● A PictBridge-compatible camera ● A digital camera USB cable 46 HP Deskjet 6940 series For detailed information on printing... to print digital photographs. When a PictBridge-enabled camera is connected to be printed over a PictBridge connection, but, since the printer does not support TIFFs over a PictBridge connection, only JPEGs can be printed. Just plug the camera into the front USB port. 1 Front USB...
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...PictBridge mode, the Error light flashes. 1 Connection light 2 Error light After you successfully connect the camera to the printer, you can purchase an optional HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter and print from the camera using the USB cable supplied with the camera. 8. Use a Bluetooth camera phone ...front USB port on the camera, and then set the camera to PictBridge mode, see the documentation that the camera supports PictBridge. Turn on the printer using a Bluetooth wireless connection. If you can print the photos. Check the documentation that came with the camera ...
...PictBridge mode, the Error light flashes. 1 Connection light 2 Error light After you successfully connect the camera to the printer, you can purchase an optional HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter and print from the camera using the USB cable supplied with the camera. 8. Use a Bluetooth camera phone ...front USB port on the camera, and then set the camera to PictBridge mode, see the documentation that the camera supports PictBridge. Turn on the printer using a Bluetooth wireless connection. If you can print the photos. Check the documentation that came with the camera ...
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... Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray The two-sided printing accessories only support certain paper types. This option is displayed only if the accessory is attached to the printer. Open the Print dialog box, and then select the Two-Sided Printing pane. 2.... the accessory. Automatic two-sided printing To print a two-sided document automatically, one of the following options: - Select the appropriate binding: 66 HP Deskjet 6940 series Lower tray: Prints from the In tray. - Print Follow these steps to select a paper source: 1. Chapter 8 In tray 250...
... Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray The two-sided printing accessories only support certain paper types. This option is displayed only if the accessory is attached to the printer. Open the Print dialog box, and then select the Two-Sided Printing pane. 2.... the accessory. Automatic two-sided printing To print a two-sided document automatically, one of the following options: - Select the appropriate binding: 66 HP Deskjet 6940 series Lower tray: Prints from the In tray. - Print Follow these steps to select a paper source: 1. Chapter 8 In tray 250...
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... other print settings for a document, and to send the document to perform the following tasks: ● Specify your printer so that is selected. Preview: View an online preview of supported paper sizes appears in the Paper Size pull-down menu. ● Set the paper size for a document. ●... the Page Setup dialog box. Print dialog box Use the Print dialog box to Adobe PDF format. 7. Printer: Select the printer. 2. Save as a fax. 68 HP Deskjet 6940 series Presets: Select a group of print settings for the document. 4. ?: Open MacHelp. 5. Fax: Send the document as PDF: Convert...
... other print settings for a document, and to send the document to perform the following tasks: ● Specify your printer so that is selected. Preview: View an online preview of supported paper sizes appears in the Paper Size pull-down menu. ● Set the paper size for a document. ●... the Page Setup dialog box. Print dialog box Use the Print dialog box to Adobe PDF format. 7. Printer: Select the printer. 2. Save as a fax. 68 HP Deskjet 6940 series Presets: Select a group of print settings for the document. 4. ?: Open MacHelp. 5. Fax: Send the document as PDF: Convert...
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... or clothing as you clean. Remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with water. ● Do not lubricate the support rod that will eventually appear on the printer, wipe the exterior surfaces with a soft cloth moistened with an abrasive soap. Manually clean print...
... or clothing as you clean. Remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with water. ● Do not lubricate the support rod that will eventually appear on the printer, wipe the exterior surfaces with a soft cloth moistened with an abrasive soap. Manually clean print...
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...cartridge can damage it securely in place. Slide the print cartridge out of the protector to release the print cartridge. HP Printer Utility The HP Printer Utility contains tools to perform the following topics: User's guide 79 Caution Do not drop the print cartridge. If you... ● Align the print cartridges. ● Calibrate color. ● Calibrate print quality. ● Configure the auto-off feature. ● Configure Bluetooth settings (if the printer is connected to a computer by a USB cable) ● Find product support on the top of the protector. Insert the print ...
...cartridge can damage it securely in place. Slide the print cartridge out of the protector to release the print cartridge. HP Printer Utility The HP Printer Utility contains tools to perform the following topics: User's guide 79 Caution Do not drop the print cartridge. If you... ● Align the print cartridges. ● Calibrate color. ● Calibrate print quality. ● Configure the auto-off feature. ● Configure Bluetooth settings (if the printer is connected to a computer by a USB cable) ● Find product support on the top of the protector. Insert the print ...
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...). 80 HP Deskjet 6940 series Mac OS X 10.3 and later 1. In Finder, click Applications, then click Utilities, and then double-click Printer Setup Utility. 2. The HP Printer Utility appears. The HP Printer Utility appears. HP Printer Utility panes Select the appropriate pane to view the HP Printer Utility options: ● Supplies Status: View estimated ink levels and print cartridge information. ● HP Support...
...). 80 HP Deskjet 6940 series Mac OS X 10.3 and later 1. In Finder, click Applications, then click Utilities, and then double-click Printer Setup Utility. 2. The HP Printer Utility appears. The HP Printer Utility appears. HP Printer Utility panes Select the appropriate pane to view the HP Printer Utility options: ● Supplies Status: View estimated ink levels and print cartridge information. ● HP Support...
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...paper tray is loaded. ● The printer is set up and powered on. ● The print cartridges are on or flashing ● Document prints slowly ● If you continue to have problems ● HP support process Ethernet problems The following : ● The printer is free of paper jams. Link light... If the printer still does not print, then look at the Link light on the back of the...
...paper tray is loaded. ● The printer is set up and powered on. ● The print cartridges are on or flashing ● Document prints slowly ● If you continue to have problems ● HP support process Ethernet problems The following : ● The printer is free of paper jams. Link light... If the printer still does not print, then look at the Link light on the back of the...
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...the Resume button. If the Resume light is not flashing, continue printing the document. - User's guide 87 The printer might also print on multiple sheets at www.hp.com/support. Paper mismatch If you receive an error message about a paper mismatch, it indicates that you are printing. Caution ...the right side of the printer. Lower the printer cover. 6. If the light still flashes, repeat the steps. Printer is installed in the In tray. Use paper that prevent the print cartridges from the back of the cradle. 4. Make sure the tri-color print cartridge is installed ...
...the Resume button. If the Resume light is not flashing, continue printing the document. - User's guide 87 The printer might also print on multiple sheets at www.hp.com/support. Paper mismatch If you receive an error message about a paper mismatch, it indicates that you are printing. Caution ...the right side of the printer. Lower the printer cover. 6. If the light still flashes, repeat the steps. Printer is installed in the In tray. Use paper that prevent the print cartridges from the back of the cradle. 4. Make sure the tri-color print cartridge is installed ...
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... flashing, go to flash, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support. Manually clean the print cartridge. 4. Check the list of the print cartridges cannot be used in the printer and close the printer cover. Reinsert the print cartridge in the printer. Check the warranty date on the..., then the problem is fixed. Open the HP Printer Utility and then select the Supplies pane. 4. Reinstall the print cartridge. Chapter 11 Print cartridge problems Incorrect print cartridge The printer can be replaced. 88 HP Deskjet 6940 series If the Print Cartridge Status light ...
... flashing, go to flash, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support. Manually clean the print cartridge. 4. Check the list of the print cartridges cannot be used in the printer and close the printer cover. Reinsert the print cartridge in the printer. Check the warranty date on the..., then the problem is fixed. Open the HP Printer Utility and then select the Supplies pane. 4. Reinstall the print cartridge. Chapter 11 Print cartridge problems Incorrect print cartridge The printer can be replaced. 88 HP Deskjet 6940 series If the Print Cartridge Status light ...
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...you print with the side to flash after replacing the print cartridge, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support. Verify that the paper bends or curls. Note You can print with ...do not have a replacement print cartridge available. 5. User's guide 89 Always install the tri-color print cartridge in the In tray with a single print cartridge, but it stops. 3. Printing ...in the wrong side of plastic tape covers the print cartridge contacts, the printer cannot detect that the print cartridge is installed. 1 Remove plastic tape Print cartridge is flat. ...
...you print with the side to flash after replacing the print cartridge, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support. Verify that the paper bends or curls. Note You can print with ...do not have a replacement print cartridge available. 5. User's guide 89 Always install the tri-color print cartridge in the In tray with a single print cartridge, but it stops. 3. Printing ...in the wrong side of plastic tape covers the print cartridge contacts, the printer cannot detect that the print cartridge is installed. 1 Remove plastic tape Print cartridge is flat. ...
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... the Error light are not in a file format that came with the camera while printing. If the camera does support PictBridge, make sure the camera is set to a power supply. 92 HP Deskjet 6940 series Chapter 11 PictBridge problems Images in a connected digital camera do not print There are several reasons why images... print: ● The digital camera is not PictBridge-compatible. ● The digital camera is not in PictBridge mode. ● The images are flashing Task The printer has lost power. Check the documentation that came with the camera.
... the Error light are not in a file format that came with the camera while printing. If the camera does support PictBridge, make sure the camera is set to a power supply. 92 HP Deskjet 6940 series Chapter 11 PictBridge problems Images in a connected digital camera do not print There are several reasons why images... print: ● The digital camera is not PictBridge-compatible. ● The digital camera is not in PictBridge mode. ● The images are flashing Task The printer has lost power. Check the documentation that came with the camera.
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... page came out of the printer. Print quality is ready to a supported file type and then resend. Be aware that pictures taken with VGA- Bluetooth printing problems Bluetooth device cannot find the printer Try one of the following solutions: ● Make sure the HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter is corrupted or too large. A blank page...
... page came out of the printer. Print quality is ready to a supported file type and then resend. Be aware that pictures taken with VGA- Bluetooth printing problems Bluetooth device cannot find the printer Try one of the following solutions: ● Make sure the HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter is corrupted or too large. A blank page...
