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... printheads • Maintaining the printer • Accessories • Troubleshooting paper issues • Troubleshooting print quality issues • Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues • Troubleshooting general printer issues • Front-panel error messages • HP Customer Care • Printer specifications • Legal information Further information is smoke or an unusual smell coming from...
... printheads • Maintaining the printer • Accessories • Troubleshooting paper issues • Troubleshooting print quality issues • Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues • Troubleshooting general printer issues • Front-panel error messages • HP Customer Care • Printer specifications • Legal information Further information is smoke or an unusual smell coming from...
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... series only) ...109 Turn off the job queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 109 Select when to print a job in the queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 109 Identify a job in the queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 110 Prioritize a job in...T770 HD and T1200 series only 111 11 Retrieving printer usage information Get printer accounting information 114 Check printer usage statistics ...114 Check ink and paper usage for a job 114 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads About the ink cartridges ...118 Check the ink cartridges status ...118 Remove an ink cartridge ...118 Insert an ink cartridge...
... series only) ...109 Turn off the job queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 109 Select when to print a job in the queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 109 Identify a job in the queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 110 Prioritize a job in...T770 HD and T1200 series only 111 11 Retrieving printer usage information Get printer accounting information 114 Check printer usage statistics ...114 Check ink and paper usage for a job 114 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads About the ink cartridges ...118 Check the ink cartridges status ...118 Remove an ink cartridge ...118 Insert an ink cartridge...
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... Check printer status ...130 Clean the exterior of the printer ...130 Maintain the ink cartridges ...130 Move or store the printer ...130 Update the firmware ...131 Update the software ...132 Printer maintenance kits ...132 Secure Disk Erase (T770 HD and T1200 series only 132 14 Accessories How to order supplies and accessories... are inaccurate ...161 The whole image is blurry or grainy 161 The paper is not flat ...162 The print is scuffed or scratched ...162 Ink marks on the paper ...163 Black ink comes off when you touch the print 164 Edges of objects are stepped or not sharp 164 vi ENWW
... Check printer status ...130 Clean the exterior of the printer ...130 Maintain the ink cartridges ...130 Move or store the printer ...130 Update the firmware ...131 Update the software ...132 Printer maintenance kits ...132 Secure Disk Erase (T770 HD and T1200 series only 132 14 Accessories How to order supplies and accessories... are inaccurate ...161 The whole image is blurry or grainy 161 The paper is not flat ...162 The print is scuffed or scratched ...162 Ink marks on the paper ...163 Black ink comes off when you touch the print 164 Edges of objects are stepped or not sharp 164 vi ENWW
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... objects are missing 167 The Image Diagnostics Print ...168 If you still have a problem ...170 17 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues Cannot insert an ink cartridge ...172 Ink cartridge status messages ...172 Cannot insert a printhead ...172 The front-panel display recommends reseating or replacing a printhead ...printer does not print ...180 The printer seems slow ...181 Communication failures between computer and printer 181 Cannot access the HP Utility ...182 Cannot access the Embedded Web Server 182 Automatic file system check ...182 An AutoCAD 2000 memory allocation error...
... objects are missing 167 The Image Diagnostics Print ...168 If you still have a problem ...170 17 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues Cannot insert an ink cartridge ...172 Ink cartridge status messages ...172 Cannot insert a printhead ...172 The front-panel display recommends reseating or replacing a printhead ...printer does not print ...180 The printer seems slow ...181 Communication failures between computer and printer 181 Cannot access the HP Utility ...182 Cannot access the Embedded Web Server 182 Automatic file system check ...182 An AutoCAD 2000 memory allocation error...
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...include the following topics. ● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 143 ● Troubleshooting print-quality issues on page 155 ● Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues on page 171 ● Troubleshooting general printer issues on page 179 ● Front-panel error messages on page 185... the printer from being damaged. Follow the instructions marked with this documentation. Index In addition to the table of printing and HP terms used in this symbol could result in serious personal injury or death. Glossary The Glossary on page 191, contain reference ...
...include the following topics. ● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 143 ● Troubleshooting print-quality issues on page 155 ● Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues on page 171 ● Troubleshooting general printer issues on page 179 ● Front-panel error messages on page 185... the printer from being damaged. Follow the instructions marked with this documentation. Index In addition to the table of printing and HP terms used in this symbol could result in serious personal injury or death. Glossary The Glossary on page 191, contain reference ...
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Blue lever 4. Paper alignment lines 10. Ink cartridge slots 3. Printhead 8. Ink cartridge 2. Printhead carriage 7. Basket ENWW The printer's main components 5 Introduction The printer's main components The following front and rear views of the printer illustrate the main components. Front panel 6. Front view 1. Window 5. Output tray 9.
Blue lever 4. Paper alignment lines 10. Ink cartridge slots 3. Printhead 8. Ink cartridge 2. Printhead carriage 7. Basket ENWW The printer's main components 5 Introduction The printer's main components The following front and rear views of the printer illustrate the main components. Front panel 6. Front view 1. Window 5. Output tray 9.
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...to change the values of printer settings and thus change or load a roll. This can see Installing the software on page 11 HP Designjet T1200 series HP Designjet T770 series The front panel has the following important functions: ● Assists you in a procedure or interaction. Front-panel display - Back... option, or to the previous step in troubleshooting issues ● Is used to the main menu of the printer such as, the ink cartridges, the printheads, the paper and the print jobs ● Displays warning and error messages, when appropriate, along with the four direct-...
...to change the values of printer settings and thus change or load a roll. This can see Installing the software on page 11 HP Designjet T1200 series HP Designjet T770 series The front panel has the following important functions: ● Assists you in a procedure or interaction. Front-panel display - Back... option, or to the previous step in troubleshooting issues ● Is used to the main menu of the printer such as, the ink cartridges, the printheads, the paper and the print jobs ● Displays warning and error messages, when appropriate, along with the four direct-...
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... amber, the printer needs attention. If it is flashing green, the printer is provided with the HP Color Center ◦ View the status of the ink cartridges, the printheads and the paper ◦ Access the HP Knowledge Center, see Knowledge Center on page 188 ◦ Update the printer's firmware, see Update... power key light is starting up in a menu or option, or to increase a value, for Windows and Mac OS (T770 PS and T1200 PS) ● The HP Utility, see Access the HP Utility on page 29, allows you to: ◦ Manage the printer including color with your printer: ● The...
... amber, the printer needs attention. If it is flashing green, the printer is provided with the HP Color Center ◦ View the status of the ink cartridges, the printheads and the paper ◦ Access the HP Knowledge Center, see Knowledge Center on page 188 ◦ Update the printer's firmware, see Update... power key light is starting up in a menu or option, or to increase a value, for Windows and Mac OS (T770 PS and T1200 PS) ● The HP Utility, see Access the HP Utility on page 29, allows you to: ◦ Manage the printer including color with your printer: ● The...
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Any jobs that you are too wide may be put "on hold (see Paper mismatch action on page 22). ● Check the ink levels remaining in your ink cartridges. ● When you have paper wide enough to print all of prints you have submitted your print jobs, you can use the Embedded Web Server...
Any jobs that you are too wide may be put "on hold (see Paper mismatch action on page 22). ● Check the ink levels remaining in your ink cartridges. ● When you have paper wide enough to print all of prints you have submitted your print jobs, you can use the Embedded Web Server...
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Ink and printheads 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ● About the ink cartridges ● Check the ink cartridges status ● Remove an ink cartridge ● Insert an ink cartridge ● About the printheads ● Check the printhead status ● Remove a printhead ● Insert a printhead ENWW 117
Ink and printheads 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ● About the ink cartridges ● Check the ink cartridges status ● Remove an ink cartridge ● Insert an ink cartridge ● About the printheads ● Check the printhead status ● Remove a printhead ● Insert a printhead ENWW 117
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... information on page 209). Select the cartridge on page 172. To purchase additional cartridges, see Ink cartridge status messages on which distribute the ink on the front panel. Remove an ink cartridge There are two occasions when you need to remove an ink cartridge. ● The ink cartridge is under Supplies Status > Cartridges. ● In the HP Utility for unattended printing (you can...
... information on page 209). Select the cartridge on page 172. To purchase additional cartridges, see Ink cartridge status messages on which distribute the ink on the front panel. Remove an ink cartridge There are two occasions when you need to remove an ink cartridge. ● The ink cartridge is under Supplies Status > Cartridges. ● In the HP Utility for unattended printing (you can...
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...) to insert another one. Open the ink cartridge cover on the left-hand side of ink, the current job is a delay in replacing the cartridge, you wish to remove an ink cartridge while printing. From the front panel, select the Ink menu icon , then Replace ink cartridges. 2. ENWW Remove an ink cartridge 119 Grip the cartridge you may see some banding on...
...) to insert another one. Open the ink cartridge cover on the left-hand side of ink, the current job is a delay in replacing the cartridge, you wish to remove an ink cartridge while printing. From the front panel, select the Ink menu icon , then Replace ink cartridges. 2. ENWW Remove an ink cartridge 119 Grip the cartridge you may see some banding on...
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.... Insert an ink cartridge 1. Unwrap the new ink cartridge, find the label identifying the ink color. NOTE: Avoid storing partially used ink cartridges. 5. The front-panel display identifies the missing ink cartridge. Before removing the cartridge from its slot. 120 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW Insert the ink cartridge into the printer, as there may be ink on the cartridge label. 3. Ink and printheads...
.... Insert an ink cartridge 1. Unwrap the new ink cartridge, find the label identifying the ink color. NOTE: Avoid storing partially used ink cartridges. 5. The front-panel display identifies the missing ink cartridge. Before removing the cartridge from its slot. 120 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW Insert the ink cartridge into the printer, as there may be ink on the cartridge label. 3. Ink and printheads...
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...Select the printhead on page 209). About the printheads The printheads are ESD-sensitive devices (see confirmation that all cartridges have difficulty, see Cannot insert an ink cartridge on page 172. 5. Check the printhead status The printer automatically checks and services the printheads after each print....on the front panel. Follow the steps below to the ink cartridges and jet ink onto the paper. Push the cartridge into the slot until it snaps into position. The front-panel display confirms that the cartridge has been inserted. Avoid touching pins, leads and circuitry. ...
...Select the printhead on page 209). About the printheads The printheads are ESD-sensitive devices (see confirmation that all cartridges have difficulty, see Cannot insert an ink cartridge on page 172. 5. Check the printhead status The printer automatically checks and services the printheads after each print....on the front panel. Follow the steps below to the ink cartridges and jet ink onto the paper. Push the cartridge into the slot until it snaps into position. The front-panel display confirms that the cartridge has been inserted. Avoid touching pins, leads and circuitry. ...
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...without inserting or removing any printheads, it has used ● Warranty status You can also get most of the warranty implications. See the HP Legal Information document provided with the printer powered on page 178. Remove a printhead CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are locked (the ... left in the right-hand end. 3. The printer moves the carriage into the correct position. From the front panel, select the Ink menu icon , then Replace printheads. 2. CAUTION: If the carriage is pressed down) to open the window. 122 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
...without inserting or removing any printheads, it has used ● Warranty status You can also get most of the warranty implications. See the HP Legal Information document provided with the printer powered on page 178. Remove a printhead CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are locked (the ... left in the right-hand end. 3. The printer moves the carriage into the correct position. From the front panel, select the Ink menu icon , then Replace printheads. 2. CAUTION: If the carriage is pressed down) to open the window. 122 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
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CAUTION: Do not pull abruptly because this can damage the printhead. 11. The front-panel display identifies the missing printhead. 124 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW Ink and printheads 8. To remove a printhead, lift up the blue handle. 9. Pull the blue handle upward until the printhead is released from the carriage. Using the blue handle, use steady force to disengage the printhead. 10.
CAUTION: Do not pull abruptly because this can damage the printhead. 11. The front-panel display identifies the missing printhead. 124 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW Ink and printheads 8. To remove a printhead, lift up the blue handle. 9. Pull the blue handle upward until the printhead is released from the carriage. Using the blue handle, use steady force to disengage the printhead. 10.
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... by the arrow shown below. Push down firmly but smoothly. CAUTION: When installing the new printhead there may be installed, and close the carriage lid. 6. Ink and printheads 4. Insert all other printheads that the printhead has been inserted. Ensure the end of the carriage. 126 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
... by the arrow shown below. Push down firmly but smoothly. CAUTION: When installing the new printhead there may be installed, and close the carriage lid. 6. Ink and printheads 4. Insert all other printheads that the printhead has been inserted. Ensure the end of the carriage. 126 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
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Ink and printheads 128 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
Ink and printheads 128 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
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13 Maintaining the printer ● Check printer status ● Clean the exterior of the printer ● Maintain the ink cartridges ● Move or store the printer ● Update the firmware ● Update the software ● Printer maintenance kits ● Secure Disk Erase (T770 HD and T1200 series only) Printer maintenance ENWW 129
13 Maintaining the printer ● Check printer status ● Clean the exterior of the printer ● Maintain the ink cartridges ● Move or store the printer ● Update the firmware ● Update the software ● Printer maintenance kits ● Secure Disk Erase (T770 HD and T1200 series only) Printer maintenance ENWW 129
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... panel notifies you regularly touch as part of normal operation with the View ink levels key or ◦ The ink cartridges, by selecting the Ink menu icon and then Ink cartridge information ◦ The printheads, by selecting the Ink menu icon and then Printhead information Clean the exterior of the printer Clean the...current status of the printer in various ways: ● If you start the HP Utility and select your printer, you see a page of information describing the status of the printer and its paper and ink supplies. ● If you access the Embedded Web Server, you of any current...
... panel notifies you regularly touch as part of normal operation with the View ink levels key or ◦ The ink cartridges, by selecting the Ink menu icon and then Ink cartridge information ◦ The printheads, by selecting the Ink menu icon and then Printhead information Clean the exterior of the printer Clean the...current status of the printer in various ways: ● If you start the HP Utility and select your printer, you see a page of information describing the status of the printer and its paper and ink supplies. ● If you access the Embedded Web Server, you of any current...