Reference Guide
Page 4
...paper tray. 9. Turn on your computer and make sure your computer, double-click Services, and then double-click Print Spooler. Ink usage Note: Ink from the cartridges is complete, the print job might be removed from the back of the printer, raise the printer cover, ... in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. Reprint the document. Remove the paper from the electrical outlet. 5. Check the Printers or Printers and Faxes folder on the printer. 11. To access the Readme file, click Start > All Programs > HP > Deskjet D2500 series > Readme.
...paper tray. 9. Turn on your computer and make sure your computer, double-click Services, and then double-click Print Spooler. Ink usage Note: Ink from the cartridges is complete, the print job might be removed from the back of the printer, raise the printer cover, ... in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. Reprint the document. Remove the paper from the electrical outlet. 5. Check the Printers or Printers and Faxes folder on the printer. 11. To access the Readme file, click Start > All Programs > HP > Deskjet D2500 series > Readme.
Reference Guide
Page 10
... shall be deemed modified to enforce such disclaimers or limitations; This warranty does not cover HP ink products that the HP products specified above will be either the warranty to HP. 8. Any replacement product may also have no obligation to repair, replace, or refund ...manufacturer to be free from limiting the statutory rights of a non-HP or refilled cartridge or an expired ink cartridge, HP will find below the name and address of the HP entity responsible for the product. 7. HP products may have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered...
... shall be deemed modified to enforce such disclaimers or limitations; This warranty does not cover HP ink products that the HP products specified above will be either the warranty to HP. 8. Any replacement product may also have no obligation to repair, replace, or refund ...manufacturer to be free from limiting the statutory rights of a non-HP or refilled cartridge or an expired ink cartridge, HP will find below the name and address of the HP entity responsible for the product. 7. HP products may have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered...
Full User Guide
Page 4
... the paper tray...12 Use the paper tray...13 Fold the paper tray...14 Print cartridges...15 Replace print cartridges...15 Ink-backup mode...16 Ink-backup mode output...17 Exit ink-backup mode...17 4 Connect the printer USB...18 5 Print photos Print borderless photos...19 Print photos with a border......20 Print photos on plain paper...22 HP Real Life Technologies photo fix 23 Exif Print...23 Store and handle photo paper 24 Save money and ink when printing photos 24 6 Print other documents Print e-mail...26 Print documents...27 Print ...
... the paper tray...12 Use the paper tray...13 Fold the paper tray...14 Print cartridges...15 Replace print cartridges...15 Ink-backup mode...16 Ink-backup mode output...17 Exit ink-backup mode...17 4 Connect the printer USB...18 5 Print photos Print borderless photos...19 Print photos with a border......20 Print photos on plain paper...22 HP Real Life Technologies photo fix 23 Exif Print...23 Store and handle photo paper 24 Save money and ink when printing photos 24 6 Print other documents Print e-mail...26 Print documents...27 Print ...
Full User Guide
Page 5
...Printing with one print cartridge 53 Installation instructions...53 Align print cartridges...55 Automatically clean print cartridges 56 View estimated ink levels...56 Maintain the printer body...57 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 57 Manually clean print cartridges 57 Maintain print cartridges...58 Printer Toolbox...59 2 ...Maximum dpi...45 Resize a document ...46 Bound two-sided documents...46 Print a Web page...47 Presentation printing...48 8 Printer software Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 49 Set default print settings...49 Printer Properties dialog box...50 What's This?
...Printing with one print cartridge 53 Installation instructions...53 Align print cartridges...55 Automatically clean print cartridges 56 View estimated ink levels...56 Maintain the printer body...57 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 57 Manually clean print cartridges 57 Maintain print cartridges...58 Printer Toolbox...59 2 ...Maximum dpi...45 Resize a document ...46 Bound two-sided documents...46 Print a Web page...47 Presentation printing...48 8 Printer software Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 49 Set default print settings...49 Printer Properties dialog box...50 What's This?
Full User Guide
Page 6
Contents Contents 10 Shop for ink supplies ...60 11 Troubleshooting Error messages...61 Print cartridge error messages 61 Incorrect print cartridge or... of a photo 92 Photo has an unwanted border 92 Print quality is poor...93 Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors 93 Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely 96 The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a ...have dull colors 100 Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy 101 Printouts are slanted or skewed 102 Ink streaks on the back of the paper 102 Document is misprinted...104 If you continue to have problems 105 3
Contents Contents 10 Shop for ink supplies ...60 11 Troubleshooting Error messages...61 Print cartridge error messages 61 Incorrect print cartridge or... of a photo 92 Photo has an unwanted border 92 Print quality is poor...93 Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors 93 Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely 96 The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a ...have dull colors 100 Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy 101 Printouts are slanted or skewed 102 Ink streaks on the back of the paper 102 Document is misprinted...104 If you continue to have problems 105 3
Full User Guide
Page 7
Contents A HP support Ink cartridge warranty information 106 Support process...106 HP support by phone...106 Phone support period...107 Placing a call...107 After the phone...108 Environmental product stewardship program 108 Paper use...109 Plastics...109 Material safety data sheets 109 Recycling program...109 HP inkjet supplies recycling program 109 Energy Star® notice...109 Disposal of waste equipment by users in private ... users in Japan about the power cord 113 Toxic and hazardous substance table 113 HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series declaration of conformity 114 Index...115 4
Contents A HP support Ink cartridge warranty information 106 Support process...106 HP support by phone...106 Phone support period...107 Placing a call...107 After the phone...108 Environmental product stewardship program 108 Paper use...109 Plastics...109 Material safety data sheets 109 Recycling program...109 HP inkjet supplies recycling program 109 Energy Star® notice...109 Disposal of waste equipment by users in private ... users in Japan about the power cord 113 Toxic and hazardous substance table 113 HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series declaration of conformity 114 Index...115 4
Full User Guide
Page 8
Learn how to connect the printer to locate information. Learn how to contact HP support. Find out how to make the HP Deskjet the default printer, set the page order, print multiple pages on media. Welcome 5 For more information, see Notice to a hardware ...how to print photos, adjust the appearance of the printer's special features. Learn how to the HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series Help. Learn how to use your computer. Order supplies for ink supplies Printer specifications Description Learn about installing the software, see the following table and select an appropriate...
Learn how to connect the printer to locate information. Learn how to contact HP support. Find out how to make the HP Deskjet the default printer, set the page order, print multiple pages on media. Welcome 5 For more information, see Notice to a hardware ...how to print photos, adjust the appearance of the printer's special features. Learn how to the HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series Help. Learn how to use your computer. Order supplies for ink supplies Printer specifications Description Learn about installing the software, see the following table and select an appropriate...
Full User Guide
Page 10
... of the paper by using the borderless printing feature. For information, see View estimated ink levels. • Ink-backup mode: Print with the Estimated Ink Levels option in the printer Toolbox. For information, see Ink-backup mode. The HP Deskjet is equipped with several exciting features: • User friendly: Easy to install and operate. • Borderless...
... of the paper by using the borderless printing feature. For information, see View estimated ink levels. • Ink-backup mode: Print with the Estimated Ink Levels option in the printer Toolbox. For information, see Ink-backup mode. The HP Deskjet is equipped with several exciting features: • User friendly: Easy to install and operate. • Borderless...
Full User Guide
Page 11
3 Get started • The printer at a glance • Buttons and lights • Paper tray • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode The printer at a glance Click the links below to learn about the printer features. 1 Buttons and lights 2 Paper tray Get started 1 Print cartridges 8 Get started
3 Get started • The printer at a glance • Buttons and lights • Paper tray • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode The printer at a glance Click the links below to learn about the printer features. 1 Buttons and lights 2 Paper tray Get started 1 Print cartridges 8 Get started
Full User Guide
Page 15
... is on and solid when the tri-color print cartridge is low on or flashing. For more information, see Print Cartridge Status lights are on ink. • The light flashes when the black print cartridge needs to be serviced. Lower the paper tray. 12 Get started Get started The left status... installed in the left side of the print cartridge carriage. • The light is on and solid when the black print cartridge is low on ink. • The light flashes when the tri-color print cartridge needs to be serviced. 2. Paper tray For information about the paper tray, select one of...
... is on and solid when the tri-color print cartridge is low on or flashing. For more information, see Print Cartridge Status lights are on ink. • The light flashes when the black print cartridge needs to be serviced. Lower the paper tray. 12 Get started Get started The left status... installed in the left side of the print cartridge carriage. • The light is on and solid when the black print cartridge is low on ink. • The light flashes when the tri-color print cartridge needs to be serviced. 2. Paper tray For information about the paper tray, select one of...
Full User Guide
Page 18
... cartridge. For information about using the print cartridges, see the following topics: • Replace print cartridges Replace print cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for ink supplies. For better results, install a black print cartridge in three places: • Selection number label: Look at the label on ordering print cartridges, see if...
... cartridge. For information about using the print cartridges, see the following topics: • Replace print cartridges Replace print cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for ink supplies. For better results, install a black print cartridge in three places: • Selection number label: Look at the label on ordering print cartridges, see if...
Full User Guide
Page 19
...Get started For more information about installing a replacement print cartridge, see Ink-backup mode. Touching these parts will result in ink-backup mode. They are installed in ink-backup mode, a message is installed. Ink-backup mode In the ink-backup mode, the printer operates with the printer. • Print...and facing toward the printer, and then carefully remove the plastic tape. 1 Remove plastic tape CAUTION: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. Do not remove the copper strips. If the message is removed from the print cartridge carriage. When plastic ...
...Get started For more information about installing a replacement print cartridge, see Ink-backup mode. Touching these parts will result in ink-backup mode. They are installed in ink-backup mode, a message is installed. Ink-backup mode In the ink-backup mode, the printer operates with the printer. • Print...and facing toward the printer, and then carefully remove the plastic tape. 1 Remove plastic tape CAUTION: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. Do not remove the copper strips. If the message is removed from the print cartridge carriage. When plastic ...
Full User Guide
Page 20
Get started Ink-backup mode 17 For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black.
Get started Ink-backup mode 17 For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black.
Full User Guide
Page 22
...Exif Print. • Prevent photo paper from curling, see Notice to print on storing photo paper, see Ink-backup mode. • Open the file in a software program such as HP Photosmart Software and resize the photo. For a complete list of paper sizes. Always have Exif Print-enabled ...photos easier and improve photo quality. Learn how to print photos Print photos Print borderless photos. For more information, see Save money and ink when printing photos. NOTE: If you are using the product with a border. For information about preventing photo paper from curling for great...
...Exif Print. • Prevent photo paper from curling, see Notice to print on storing photo paper, see Ink-backup mode. • Open the file in a software program such as HP Photosmart Software and resize the photo. For a complete list of paper sizes. Always have Exif Print-enabled ...photos easier and improve photo quality. Learn how to print photos Print photos Print borderless photos. For more information, see Save money and ink when printing photos. NOTE: If you are using the product with a border. For information about preventing photo paper from curling for great...
Full User Guide
Page 27
...must have the following items: • A digital camera that allows editing, such as HP Photosmart Software To print Exif Print-enhanced photos 1. Save money and ink when printing photos To save money and ink when printing photos, use immediately from the Maximum dpi drop-down list. To print ... flat surface in the opposite direction of the photo paper curl more information, see Maximum dpi. 6. Select any unused photo paper to use HP Everyday Photo Paper and set the print quality to the Advanced tab, and then select Enabled from the plastic bag. Fingerprints on . When...
...must have the following items: • A digital camera that allows editing, such as HP Photosmart Software To print Exif Print-enhanced photos 1. Save money and ink when printing photos To save money and ink when printing photos, use immediately from the Maximum dpi drop-down list. To print ... flat surface in the opposite direction of the photo paper curl more information, see Maximum dpi. 6. Select any unused photo paper to use HP Everyday Photo Paper and set the print quality to the Advanced tab, and then select Enabled from the plastic bag. Fingerprints on . When...
Full User Guide
Page 28
HP Everyday Photo Paper is designed to Best or Maximum dpi. NOTE: For higher-quality photos, use HP Advanced Photo Paper and set the print resolution to create quality photos with less ink. Print photos Save money and ink when printing photos 25 For more information on enabling the maximum dpi mode, see Maximum dpi.
HP Everyday Photo Paper is designed to Best or Maximum dpi. NOTE: For higher-quality photos, use HP Advanced Photo Paper and set the print resolution to create quality photos with less ink. Print photos Save money and ink when printing photos 25 For more information on enabling the maximum dpi mode, see Maximum dpi.
Full User Guide
Page 46
... as needed. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab. 3. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. 6. Printing on both sides of gray. • Black Ink Only: uses black ink to print on your photo in grayscale. To print a two-sided document 1. In the Print On Both Sides drop-down list, click Two-sided...
... as needed. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab. 3. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. 6. Printing on both sides of gray. • Black Ink Only: uses black ink to print on your photo in grayscale. To print a two-sided document 1. In the Print On Both Sides drop-down list, click Two-sided...
Full User Guide
Page 48
... speed and quality of ink. • Normal provides the best balance between high quality and speed and can be used for your project. To select a print quality and speed 1. In the Paper Type drop-down list, select the type of paper that the HP Deskjet printer will print. The...Maximum dpi Use maximum dpi mode to view the print resolution dpi. Change the print speed or quality The HP Deskjet automatically chooses a print quality and speed setting depending on the HP Advanced Photo Paper only. In the Print Quality drop-down list, select the appropriate print quality setting for...
... speed and quality of ink. • Normal provides the best balance between high quality and speed and can be used for your project. To select a print quality and speed 1. In the Paper Type drop-down list, select the type of paper that the HP Deskjet printer will print. The...Maximum dpi Use maximum dpi mode to view the print resolution dpi. Change the print speed or quality The HP Deskjet automatically chooses a print quality and speed setting depending on the HP Advanced Photo Paper only. In the Print Quality drop-down list, select the appropriate print quality setting for...
Full User Guide
Page 55
...reliable printing. NOTE: Standard and value choices use original HP print cartridges. Look for your projects truly shine, using metallic ink. Original HP cartridges are available for your printer. For more with HP printers to help you easily produce great results, time...8226; Printing with a reflective finish. Buy more, save more information, see which of the following options are designed and tested with HP's value offerings. Make your everyday printing needs. Maintenance 9 Maintenance • Install print cartridges • Align print cartridges • Automatically...
...reliable printing. NOTE: Standard and value choices use original HP print cartridges. Look for your projects truly shine, using metallic ink. Original HP cartridges are available for your printer. For more with HP printers to help you easily produce great results, time...8226; Printing with a reflective finish. Buy more, save more information, see which of the following options are designed and tested with HP's value offerings. Make your everyday printing needs. Maintenance 9 Maintenance • Install print cartridges • Align print cartridges • Automatically...
Full User Guide
Page 56
... in the left side of the print cartridge carriage. Press the Power button to the right side of print cartridge selection numbers, see Ink-backup mode. Push down on the printer. 2. Selection numbers When buying replacement print cartridges, look for best results • Text,... install the tri-color print cartridge in the right side of print cartridge selection numbers, open the printer Toolbox, click the Estimated Ink Levels tab, and then click the Print Cartridge Information button. Open the printer cover. Choose cartridge combinations for the print cartridge selection...
... in the left side of the print cartridge carriage. Press the Power button to the right side of print cartridge selection numbers, see Ink-backup mode. Push down on the printer. 2. Selection numbers When buying replacement print cartridges, look for best results • Text,... install the tri-color print cartridge in the right side of print cartridge selection numbers, open the printer Toolbox, click the Estimated Ink Levels tab, and then click the Print Cartridge Information button. Open the printer cover. Choose cartridge combinations for the print cartridge selection...