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... power cords might come with your printer: Finding information 3 Connecting to an HP dealer or contact HP Support. What's in appearance. The HP Deskjet 3840 series printer Thank you for more information. The printer box contains the following information about your printer. Setup posters (Windows® and Macintosh) 7. This reference guide 8. Tri-color print cartridge 4. See the setup poster...
... power cords might come with your printer: Finding information 3 Connecting to an HP dealer or contact HP Support. What's in appearance. The HP Deskjet 3840 series printer Thank you for more information. The printer box contains the following information about your printer. Setup posters (Windows® and Macintosh) 7. This reference guide 8. Tri-color print cartridge 4. See the setup poster...
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... user's guide. To view the Windows onscreen user's guide, click Start, point to Programs, point to HP, point to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click Read Me. Windows Setup poster The setup poster offers information about printer software and hardware setup and installation troubleshooting. Troubleshooting This reference guide contains troubleshooting information for information...
... user's guide. To view the Windows onscreen user's guide, click Start, point to Programs, point to HP, point to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click Read Me. Windows Setup poster The setup poster offers information about printer software and hardware setup and installation troubleshooting. Troubleshooting This reference guide contains troubleshooting information for information...
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Linux For information about connecting the printer with a universal serial bus (USB) cable. Use a USB 2.0 full-speed compliant cable that came with the printer. Connecting to the printer The printer connects to the computer with a USB cable, see the setup poster that does not exceed 3 meters (10 feet) in length. Use the cable with Windows 98, Millennium Edition (Me), 2000, and XP, and with Macintosh computer systems. For instructions about Linux, visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/linuxprinting. 4 English Language 4
Linux For information about connecting the printer with a universal serial bus (USB) cable. Use a USB 2.0 full-speed compliant cable that came with the printer. Connecting to the printer The printer connects to the computer with a USB cable, see the setup poster that does not exceed 3 meters (10 feet) in length. Use the cable with Windows 98, Millennium Edition (Me), 2000, and XP, and with Macintosh computer systems. For instructions about Linux, visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/linuxprinting. 4 English Language 4
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...5474; English 1. The light on the printer packaging. For information about how to view the user's guide. This printer and its replacement cartridges are sold in this section, see the onscreen user's guide. 5 Print cartridge Black Tri-color Photo Selection number 27 28 58 The ...availability of print cartridges varies by country/region. Printer operation For more information about the topics in select countries/regions as provided on the...
...5474; English 1. The light on the printer packaging. For information about how to view the user's guide. This printer and its replacement cartridges are sold in this section, see the onscreen user's guide. 5 Print cartridge Black Tri-color Photo Selection number 27 28 58 The ...availability of print cartridges varies by country/region. Printer operation For more information about the topics in select countries/regions as provided on the...
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...Installation troubleshooting for new hardware. (Windows only) The printer name does not appear in the list of additional troubleshooting topics that are discussed in this section if you have problems setting up the HP printer, if you set up the printer, or if a paper jam occurs. The installation program... stops when it looks for Windows Printer is not responding. Page page 7 page 7 page 8 page 10 page 10...
...Installation troubleshooting for new hardware. (Windows only) The printer name does not appear in the list of additional troubleshooting topics that are discussed in this section if you have problems setting up the HP printer, if you set up the printer, or if a paper jam occurs. The installation program... stops when it looks for Windows Printer is not responding. Page page 7 page 7 page 8 page 10 page 10...
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...approximately 30 seconds. 4. Click HPPP, and then click Open. 5. Possible causes Solution • Static electricity has built up the HP printer. Click Start, click Run, and then click Browse. 3. Note: This is firmly attached to appear in the New Hardware ... you are not using Windows 2000 and this section if you can continue with the software installation. If "Unknown Device" continues to the printer. 6. Installation troubleshooting for Windows Use the information in this message appears, you have a defective USB cable. 1. The installation program does ...
...approximately 30 seconds. 4. Click HPPP, and then click Open. 5. Possible causes Solution • Static electricity has built up the HP printer. Click Start, click Run, and then click Browse. 3. Note: This is firmly attached to appear in the New Hardware ... you are not using Windows 2000 and this section if you can continue with the software installation. If "Unknown Device" continues to the printer. 6. Installation troubleshooting for Windows Use the information in this message appears, you have a defective USB cable. 1. The installation program does ...
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... To quit the antivirus program, follow the manufacturer's instructions for new hardware. Click the Cancel button and restart the computer. 4. Insert the printer software CD into the CD-ROM drive. b. Problem The installation program stops when it looks for turning off , and then disconnect the USB ...cable and power cord. 5. Make sure that the printer is still not detected, replace the USB cable, and then continue to the computer. Follow the onscreen instructions to a USB port on . ...
... To quit the antivirus program, follow the manufacturer's instructions for new hardware. Click the Cancel button and restart the computer. 4. Insert the printer software CD into the CD-ROM drive. b. Problem The installation program stops when it looks for turning off , and then disconnect the USB ...cable and power cord. 5. Make sure that the printer is still not detected, replace the USB cable, and then continue to the computer. Follow the onscreen instructions to a USB port on . ...
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.... The print cartridges are not printing correctly. Error messages occur. The document prints slowly. See page 10. (Macintosh only) The printer will not print or the computer is flashing. Borderless printing problems exist. See the onscreen user's guide. See page 10. Photos are correctly ...installed. Paper or other media is correctly loaded in the list of printers after installation 1 Verify that all of these conditions have been met, restart the computer. 2 If the problem persists, look for information...
.... The print cartridges are not printing correctly. Error messages occur. The document prints slowly. See page 10. (Macintosh only) The printer will not print or the computer is flashing. Borderless printing problems exist. See the onscreen user's guide. See page 10. Photos are correctly ...installed. Paper or other media is correctly loaded in the list of printers after installation 1 Verify that all of these conditions have been met, restart the computer. 2 If the problem persists, look for information...
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When prompted, click Remove All. 3. Problem (Macintosh only) The printer will not print or the computer is installed. Open the Print Center/Printer Setup Utility or Printer List. 2. To view the onscreen user's guide, double-click the HP DJ 3840 Help icon on the computer. Note: To quit the antivirus program, follow the onscreen instructions...
When prompted, click Remove All. 3. Problem (Macintosh only) The printer will not print or the computer is installed. Open the Print Center/Printer Setup Utility or Printer List. 2. To view the onscreen user's guide, double-click the HP DJ 3840 Help icon on the computer. Note: To quit the antivirus program, follow the onscreen instructions...
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...view the onscreen user's guide • Windows: Click Start, point to Programs, point to HP, point to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click User's Guide. • Macintosh: On the desktop, double-click the HP Deskjet 3840 Series User's Guide icon. 11 English Remove any paper that a label did not ...become detached from the back of the printer. 4. Remove the paper from the front of the printer by pulling it out from the label sheet while passing...
...view the onscreen user's guide • Windows: Click Start, point to Programs, point to HP, point to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click User's Guide. • Macintosh: On the desktop, double-click the HP Deskjet 3840 Series User's Guide icon. 11 English Remove any paper that a label did not ...become detached from the back of the printer. 4. Remove the paper from the front of the printer by pulling it out from the label sheet while passing...
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... in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, go to qualified online support specialists • Software and printer driver updates for your HP dealer or call Call HP support while you will be quoted a service charge.) 4. Standard phone company charges apply. After the free phone...determine the duration of this situation happened before? Search the onscreen user's guide on the bottom of the printer) Computer operating system Version of their HP products. It is always available to find the appropriate telephone number. For Europe only: Contact your computer ...
... in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, go to qualified online support specialists • Software and printer driver updates for your HP dealer or call Call HP support while you will be quoted a service charge.) 4. Standard phone company charges apply. After the free phone...determine the duration of this situation happened before? Search the onscreen user's guide on the bottom of the printer) Computer operating system Version of their HP products. It is always available to find the appropriate telephone number. For Europe only: Contact your computer ...
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...Windows XP Pentium II 128 MB 100 MB or equivalent Macintosh OS 9.1 through 9.2.2 and later, and OS X 10.1.5 and later Physical specifications Printer dimension (with color graphics: Up to 50 English 13 Power consumption Less than 4 watts maximum when off 5.25 watts maximum average when not printing 25 watts maximum...and OS X 10.1.5 and later G3 processor or better 128 MB 75 MB Alignment Skew Plain paper: ± 0.006 mm/mm (0.006 inch/inch) HP transparency film and envelopes: ± 0.012 mm/ mm (0.012 inch/inch) In tray capacity Plain paper sheets: Up to 100 Out tray capacity Plain ...
...Windows XP Pentium II 128 MB 100 MB or equivalent Macintosh OS 9.1 through 9.2.2 and later, and OS X 10.1.5 and later Physical specifications Printer dimension (with color graphics: Up to 50 English 13 Power consumption Less than 4 watts maximum when off 5.25 watts maximum average when not printing 25 watts maximum...and OS X 10.1.5 and later G3 processor or better 128 MB 75 MB Alignment Skew Plain paper: ± 0.006 mm/mm (0.006 inch/inch) HP transparency film and envelopes: ± 0.012 mm/ mm (0.012 inch/inch) In tray capacity Plain paper sheets: Up to 100 Out tray capacity Plain ...
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Media size Note: For a complete list of supported media sizes, see the printer software. The Regulatory Model Number for your product is VCVRA-0202. This regulatory number ...10 inch) Custom-size media Width: 77 to 216 mm (3 to 8.5 inches) Length: 127 to 356 mm (5 to 14 inches) Media weights (printer only) Letter paper: 65 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) Legal paper: 70 to 90 g/m ² (20 to 24 lb...inches) 102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 inches), with tear-off tab 100 x 150 mm 100 x 150 mm, with the marketing name (HP Deskjet 3845, HP Deskjet 3848 etc.) or product numbers (C9037A, C9038D etc.). 14
Media size Note: For a complete list of supported media sizes, see the printer software. The Regulatory Model Number for your product is VCVRA-0202. This regulatory number ...10 inch) Custom-size media Width: 77 to 216 mm (3 to 8.5 inches) Length: 127 to 356 mm (5 to 14 inches) Media weights (printer only) Letter paper: 65 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) Legal paper: 70 to 90 g/m ² (20 to 24 lb...inches) 102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 inches), with tear-off tab 100 x 150 mm 100 x 150 mm, with the marketing name (HP Deskjet 3845, HP Deskjet 3848 etc.) or product numbers (C9037A, C9038D etc.). 14
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HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer To find an answer to a question, select one of the following topics: • Notices • Special features • Getting started • Connecting to the printer • Printing photos • Printing other documents • Printing tips • Printer software • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Specifications • Supplies 1
HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer To find an answer to a question, select one of the following topics: • Notices • Special features • Getting started • Connecting to the printer • Printing photos • Printing other documents • Printing tips • Printer software • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Specifications • Supplies 1
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..., Inc., registered in the user's guide. Cautions, warnings, and notes A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to other countries. and other equipment. For example: 2 The information contained herein is subject to as constituting...The following terms and conventions are used in the U.S. Terms The HP Deskjet printer may be construed as the HP printer or printer. Nothing herein should be referred to change without prior written permission is a U.S. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 2 Notices • Notices and acknowledgements • ...
..., Inc., registered in the user's guide. Cautions, warnings, and notes A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to other countries. and other equipment. For example: 2 The information contained herein is subject to as constituting...The following terms and conventions are used in the U.S. Terms The HP Deskjet printer may be construed as the HP printer or printer. Nothing herein should be referred to change without prior written permission is a U.S. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 2 Notices • Notices and acknowledgements • ...
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For example: Warning: Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. A Note indicates that additional information is provided. A Warning indicates possible harm to you or to others. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. For example: Note: For great results use HP products. 3
For example: Warning: Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. A Note indicates that additional information is provided. A Warning indicates possible harm to you or to others. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. For example: Note: For great results use HP products. 3
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You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features: • Brilliant photo-quality printing: Great printing performance with the black and tri-color print cartridges installed. • Six-ink upgradeable printing: Enhance photo printing with a photo print cartridge (purchased separately). • Borderless printing: Print 4 x 6 inch ...: Small, lightweight, and easy to set up, store, or carry. • Quality: Built to give you the best results for your printing needs. 4 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 3 Special features Congratulations!
You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features: • Brilliant photo-quality printing: Great printing performance with the black and tri-color print cartridges installed. • Six-ink upgradeable printing: Enhance photo printing with a photo print cartridge (purchased separately). • Borderless printing: Print 4 x 6 inch ...: Small, lightweight, and easy to set up, store, or carry. • Quality: Built to give you the best results for your printing needs. 4 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 3 Special features Congratulations!
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Paper trays 5 Buttons and light 2. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 4 Getting started For an overview of a printer feature: • Buttons and light • Paper trays • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode 4.1 Printer features The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1. Click the appropriate topic for a description of the printer features, see the printer features page.
Paper trays 5 Buttons and light 2. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 4 Getting started For an overview of a printer feature: • Buttons and light • Paper trays • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode 4.1 Printer features The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1. Click the appropriate topic for a description of the printer features, see the printer features page.
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Ink-backup mode 1. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1. Print cartridges 2. USB port 4.2 Buttons and light Use the printer buttons to turn the printer on and off and to cancel a print job. 6
Ink-backup mode 1. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1. Print cartridges 2. USB port 4.2 Buttons and light Use the printer buttons to turn the printer on and off and to cancel a print job. 6
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...the Power button, a few seconds might exist. Power button and light 2. When the Power light is flashing, the printer cover is either printing or ready to turn the printer on . For information about the status of the topics below: • Unfolding the paper trays • In ... turns the printer on and off . When the Power light is on and not flashing, the printer is open or a problem might elapse before the printer turns on and off. Raise the printer cover. 7 Using a power strip, a surge protector, or a wall-mounted switch to print. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide...
...the Power button, a few seconds might exist. Power button and light 2. When the Power light is flashing, the printer cover is either printing or ready to turn the printer on . For information about the status of the topics below: • Unfolding the paper trays • In ... turns the printer on and off . When the Power light is on and not flashing, the printer is open or a problem might elapse before the printer turns on and off. Raise the printer cover. 7 Using a power strip, a surge protector, or a wall-mounted switch to print. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide...