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......4 2 Special features...5 3 Get started...6 Printer features ...6 Buttons and lights 8 Paper trays ...11 Photo/envelope feeder 13 Print cartridges ...15 Ink-backup mode 16 Automatic paper-type sensor 17 Quiet mode ...17 4 Connect to the printer 18 USB ...18 Wired Ethernet networking ...18 Bluetooth wireless printing 33 5 Print photos...37 Print borderless photos 37 Print photos with a border 39 HP Real Life technologies 40 Photo print cartridge ...
......4 2 Special features...5 3 Get started...6 Printer features ...6 Buttons and lights 8 Paper trays ...11 Photo/envelope feeder 13 Print cartridges ...15 Ink-backup mode 16 Automatic paper-type sensor 17 Quiet mode ...17 4 Connect to the printer 18 USB ...18 Wired Ethernet networking ...18 Bluetooth wireless printing 33 5 Print photos...37 Print borderless photos 37 Print photos with a border 39 HP Real Life technologies 40 Photo print cartridge ...
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... 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 cartridges 77 Maintain print cartridges 78 HP Printer Utility 79 11 Troubleshooting 81 Ethernet... 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
... 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 cartridges 77 Maintain print cartridges 78 HP Printer Utility 79 11 Troubleshooting 81 Ethernet... 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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...: ● Built-in networking capabilities: Connect to a wired network without using Bluetooth. You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that last. Automatic red-eye removal and adaptive lighting to enhance detail in shadows are in vivid colors that...HP Real Life technologies. HP Vivera Inks deliver true-to print two-sided documents automatically and load small media from most Bluetooth devices to the printer without a cable using an external print server. ● Ink-backup mode: Use ink-backup mode to continue printing with one print cartridge when the other print cartridge...
...: ● Built-in networking capabilities: Connect to a wired network without using Bluetooth. You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that last. Automatic red-eye removal and adaptive lighting to enhance detail in shadows are in vivid colors that...HP Real Life technologies. HP Vivera Inks deliver true-to print two-sided documents automatically and load small media from most Bluetooth devices to the printer without a cable using an external print server. ● Ink-backup mode: Use ink-backup mode to continue printing with one print cartridge when the other print cartridge...
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Printer features The printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1 Buttons and lights 2 Paper trays 3 Photo/envelope feeder 4 Front USB port 6 HP Deskjet 6940 series 3 Get started ● Printer features ● Buttons and lights ● Paper trays ● Photo/envelope feeder ● Print cartridges ● Ink-backup mode ● Automatic paper-type sensor ● Quiet mode For a description of the optional accessories, see the optional accessories page.
Printer features The printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1 Buttons and lights 2 Paper trays 3 Photo/envelope feeder 4 Front USB port 6 HP Deskjet 6940 series 3 Get started ● Printer features ● Buttons and lights ● Paper trays ● Photo/envelope feeder ● Print cartridges ● Ink-backup mode ● Automatic paper-type sensor ● Quiet mode For a description of the optional accessories, see the optional accessories page.
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1 Print cartridges 2 Automatic paper-type sensor (not illustrated) 3 Ink-backup mode (not illustrated) 1 Rear USB port 2 Wired Ethernet port Optional accessories User's guide 7
1 Print cartridges 2 Automatic paper-type sensor (not illustrated) 3 Ink-backup mode (not illustrated) 1 Rear USB port 2 Wired Ethernet port Optional accessories User's guide 7
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...flashes when the tri-color print cartridge needs to be serviced. The light is on and solid when the black, photo, or gray photo print cartridge is low on ink. - The printer Power light flashes and the Connection light remains lit solid when printing from 10 HP Deskjet 6940 series The light is on ...and solid when the tri-color print cartridge is low on the right side of the print...
...flashes when the tri-color print cartridge needs to be serviced. The light is on and solid when the black, photo, or gray photo print cartridge is low on ink. - The printer Power light flashes and the Connection light remains lit solid when printing from 10 HP Deskjet 6940 series The light is on ...and solid when the tri-color print cartridge is low on the right side of the print...
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... the printer. ● HP Printer Utility: Open the HP Printer Utility and then select the Supplies pane. Colors print as grayscale. Note HP does not recommend using the photo print cartridge or the gray photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode. If a print cartridge runs out of print cartridge selection numbers, see the print cartridge installation page. 16 HP Deskjet 6940 series
... the printer. ● HP Printer Utility: Open the HP Printer Utility and then select the Supplies pane. Colors print as grayscale. Note HP does not recommend using the photo print cartridge or the gray photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode. If a print cartridge runs out of print cartridge selection numbers, see the print cartridge installation page. 16 HP Deskjet 6940 series
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... Packets Number of packets sent without error. PictBridge Last The last known error to occur in the print cartridges. ● View network statistics. 28 HP Deskjet 6940 series Indicates whether the printer's embedded Web server is password protected. ● Set: A password is required...; Adjust the printer's network configuration. ● Check estimated ink 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. Transmitted This item might be requested by Apple ...
... Packets Number of packets sent without error. PictBridge Last The last known error to occur in the print cartridges. ● View network statistics. 28 HP Deskjet 6940 series Indicates whether the printer's embedded Web server is password protected. ● Set: A password is required...; Adjust the printer's network configuration. ● Check estimated ink 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. Transmitted This item might be requested by Apple ...
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...as Adobe Photoshop and assign the photo size. Guidelines ● For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the following the photo paper storage and handling guidelines. ● Use HP Everyday Photo Paper to a 210 x 594 mm (8.5 x 23.4 inch) custom photo size. For information... features that the printer is flat. Color options - Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in ink-backup mode. Prepare to print To print a single small photo, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper. ● Verify that the photo paper that the ...
...as Adobe Photoshop and assign the photo size. Guidelines ● For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the following the photo paper storage and handling guidelines. ● Use HP Everyday Photo Paper to a 210 x 594 mm (8.5 x 23.4 inch) custom photo size. For information... features that the printer is flat. Color options - Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in ink-backup mode. Prepare to print To print a single small photo, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper. ● Verify that the photo paper that the ...
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... options. 2. Ensure that you want , and then click Print. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in ink-backup mode. Raise the Out tray. 3. In the Paper Type pull-down menu, click Automatic or Plain Paper. 5. Slide the...
... options. 2. Ensure that you want , and then click Print. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in ink-backup mode. Raise the Out tray. 3. In the Paper Type pull-down menu, click Automatic or Plain Paper. 5. Slide the...
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...; Maintain print cartridges ● HP Printer Utility Install print cartridges When you need to install the print cartridge, match the symbol on the print cartridge that you have the correct print cartridges for the print cartridge selection number. Always install the tri-color print cartridge in which to replace print cartridges, make sure you are replacing. 72 HP Deskjet 6940 series Note...
...; Maintain print cartridges ● HP Printer Utility Install print cartridges When you need to install the print cartridge, match the symbol on the print cartridge that you have the correct print cartridges for the print cartridge selection number. Always install the tri-color print cartridge in which to replace print cartridges, make sure you are replacing. 72 HP Deskjet 6940 series Note...
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... printer and is turned on. 2. 1 Selection number label ● Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see Ink-backup mode. Ink-backup mode The printer can operate with the printer. ● HP Printer Utility: Open the HP Printer Utility and then select the Supplies pane. Open the printer cover. 4. Installation instructions Follow these...
... printer and is turned on. 2. 1 Selection number label ● Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see Ink-backup mode. Ink-backup mode The printer can operate with the printer. ● HP Printer Utility: Open the HP Printer Utility and then select the Supplies pane. Open the printer cover. 4. Installation instructions Follow these...
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...74 HP Deskjet 6940 series Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strips are required electrical contacts. 7. Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strips are on the bottom and facing toward the printer. 1 Remove plastic tape Caution Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles... or copper contacts. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the plastic ...
...74 HP Deskjet 6940 series Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strips are required electrical contacts. 7. Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strips are on the bottom and facing toward the printer. 1 Remove plastic tape Caution Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles... or copper contacts. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the plastic ...
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... printed with the photo print cartridge consistently look incorrect. Caution Clean print cartridges only when necessary. Open the HP Printer Utility. 4. Load Letter or A4 plain, white paper in the In tray. 2. Click Clean the Print Cartridges. 3. Click Estimated Ink Levels. 76 HP Deskjet 6940 series Before performing a color calibration, align the print cartridges, and then reprint the photo...
... printed with the photo print cartridge consistently look incorrect. Caution Clean print cartridges only when necessary. Open the HP Printer Utility. 4. Load Letter or A4 plain, white paper in the In tray. 2. Click Clean the Print Cartridges. 3. Click Estimated Ink Levels. 76 HP Deskjet 6940 series Before performing a color calibration, align the print cartridges, and then reprint the photo...
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...Cotton swabs or other soft, lint-free material that the print cartridge cradle uses to remove ink from fabric. Maintain the printer body Because the printer ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist, ink smudges will not appear on the Estimated Ink Levels . If a household cleaner or detergent has been used...use a soft cloth moistened with water. ● Do not lubricate the support rod that will not stick to the print cartridge Be careful not to remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with an abrasive soap. Manually clean print...
...Cotton swabs or other soft, lint-free material that the print cartridge cradle uses to remove ink from fabric. Maintain the printer body Because the printer ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist, ink smudges will not appear on the Estimated Ink Levels . If a household cleaner or detergent has been used...use a soft cloth moistened with water. ● Do not lubricate the support rod that will not stick to the print cartridge Be careful not to remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with an abrasive soap. Manually clean print...
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...° C or 59° to reattach it. Lightly moisten a cotton swab with the photo print cartridge. 78 HP Deskjet 6940 series Repeat this process until you are ready to install the print cartridge in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 1 Ink nozzles (do not attempt to 95° F). ● Do not remove the plastic tape covering...
...° C or 59° to reattach it. Lightly moisten a cotton swab with the photo print cartridge. 78 HP Deskjet 6940 series Repeat this process until you are ready to install the print cartridge in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 1 Ink nozzles (do not attempt to 95° F). ● Do not remove the plastic tape covering...
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... to perform the following topics: User's guide 79 If you store the print cartridge in an airtight plastic container, make sure that the ink nozzles are face down and back on the HP Web site. ● Find information about the HP Printer Utility, see the following tasks: ● Print a test page. ● Clean the...
... to perform the following topics: User's guide 79 If you store the print cartridge in an airtight plastic container, make sure that the ink nozzles are face down and back on the HP Web site. ● Find information about the HP Printer Utility, see the following tasks: ● Print a test page. ● Clean the...
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...Utility. 2. 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: Open the HP Web site,...cartridges. ● Align: Align the print cartridges. ● Test: Print a test page. ● Calibrate Color: Adjust color to correct problems with tint. ● Power Management: Set the printer auto-off feature. ● Bluetooth Settings: Configure the printer's Bluetooth settings (if the printer is connected to a computer by a USB cable). 80 HP Deskjet 6940...
...Utility. 2. 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: Open the HP Web site,...cartridges. ● Align: Align the print cartridges. ● Test: Print a test page. ● Calibrate Color: Adjust color to correct problems with tint. ● Power Management: Set the printer auto-off feature. ● Bluetooth Settings: Configure the printer's Bluetooth settings (if the printer is connected to a computer by a USB cable). 80 HP Deskjet 6940...
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...is flat. 2. When the protective piece of the paper. Verify that the paper bends or curls. Note You can print with one print cartridge is installed, ink-backup mode is initiated. Do not press the guide so firmly against the edge of plastic tape covers the print... cartridge contacts, the printer cannot detect that only one print cartridge in the In tray with the side to install the print cartridge, match the symbol on facing down. If the Print Cartridge Status light continues to flash after replacing the print cartridge, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support....
...is flat. 2. When the protective piece of the paper. Verify that the paper bends or curls. Note You can print with one print cartridge is installed, ink-backup mode is initiated. Do not press the guide so firmly against the edge of plastic tape covers the print... cartridge contacts, the printer cannot detect that only one print cartridge in the In tray with the side to install the print cartridge, match the symbol on facing down. If the Print Cartridge Status light continues to flash after replacing the print cartridge, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support....
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... banner size Check the software Verify that the software program that you are missing lines or dots or if streaks appear, the print cartridges might be low on ink or might need to obtain the latest updates for a few seconds, and then re-insert it. ● Turn off the printer. 2....programs print banners. Print quality is in use. Contact the vendor of the device, or go to their support website to be cleaned. 94 HP Deskjet 6940 series Check the printer properties Open the Page Setup dialog box and verify the following troubleshooting tips: ● Remove the adapter from its power ...
... banner size Check the software Verify that the software program that you are missing lines or dots or if streaks appear, the print cartridges might be low on ink or might need to obtain the latest updates for a few seconds, and then re-insert it. ● Turn off the printer. 2....programs print banners. Print quality is in use. Contact the vendor of the device, or go to their support website to be cleaned. 94 HP Deskjet 6940 series Check the printer properties Open the Page Setup dialog box and verify the following troubleshooting tips: ● Remove the adapter from its power ...