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... contains the following information about your printer. Tri-color print cartridge 4. Power supply* 5. What's in appearance. The HP Deskjet 3840 series printer Thank you for more information. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer 2. Power cord* 6. If any of these items are missing from the box, talk to the printer 4 Printer operation 5 Print cartridges 5 Troubleshooting 6 Installation troubleshooting for additional items that might vary...
... contains the following information about your printer. Tri-color print cartridge 4. Power supply* 5. What's in appearance. The HP Deskjet 3840 series printer Thank you for more information. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer 2. Power cord* 6. If any of these items are missing from the box, talk to the printer 4 Printer operation 5 Print cartridges 5 Troubleshooting 6 Installation troubleshooting for additional items that might vary...
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...Readme icon on the desktop. Onscreen user's guide An HTML browser is designed to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click User's Guide. Onscreen user's guide See the onscreen user's guide for printer installation, printer usage, and paper jams. See "Troubleshooting" on page 6. To view the readme... file, click Start, point to Programs, point to HP, point to view the onscreen user's guide. To view the Macintosh...
...Readme icon on the desktop. Onscreen user's guide An HTML browser is designed to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click User's Guide. Onscreen user's guide See the onscreen user's guide for printer installation, printer usage, and paper jams. See "Troubleshooting" on page 6. To view the readme... file, click Start, point to Programs, point to HP, point to view the onscreen user's guide. To view the Macintosh...
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...'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 photos...
...'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 photos...
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...cartridge selection numbers, see the print cartridge installation page. 13 Selection number label • Printer documentation: For a list of ink, the printer can find the selection number in the ...HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide Using print cartridges Everyday printing Use the black and tri-color print cartridges for the print cartridge selection number. Quality color photos For more vibrant colors when printing color photographs or other special documents, remove the black print cartridge and use a photo print cartridge in combination with the printer. • HP Inkjet...
...cartridge selection numbers, see the print cartridge installation page. 13 Selection number label • Printer documentation: For a list of ink, the printer can find the selection number in the ...HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide Using print cartridges Everyday printing Use the black and tri-color print cartridges for the print cartridge selection number. Quality color photos For more vibrant colors when printing color photographs or other special documents, remove the black print cartridge and use a photo print cartridge in combination with the printer. • HP Inkjet...
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...is not a true black. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. Installed print cartridge Result Black print cartridge Colors are printed as grayscale. Tri-color print cartridge Colors print but black is grayed and is recommended that you do not ...quality of printouts. For instructions about removing a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page. 14 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 4.5 Ink-backup mode In the ink-backup mode, the printer operates by using only one print cartridge. The ink-backup mode is initiated when...
...is not a true black. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. Installed print cartridge Result Black print cartridge Colors are printed as grayscale. Tri-color print cartridge Colors print but black is grayed and is recommended that you do not ...quality of printouts. For instructions about removing a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page. 14 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 4.5 Ink-backup mode In the ink-backup mode, the printer operates by using only one print cartridge. The ink-backup mode is initiated when...
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...cartridge The photo print cartridge, used in the 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi mode: 1. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide The 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi print mode is not included with the tri-color print cartridge, provides six-ink, virtually grain-free photos that have exceptional fade resistance. ...18 If a photo print cartridge is also installed, the print quality is selected in the printer driver, the tri-color print cartridge prints in the ...
...cartridge The photo print cartridge, used in the 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi mode: 1. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide The 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi print mode is not included with the tri-color print cartridge, provides six-ink, virtually grain-free photos that have exceptional fade resistance. ...18 If a photo print cartridge is also installed, the print quality is selected in the printer driver, the tri-color print cartridge prints in the ...
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...: 1. Adjusting these settings causes the printed colors to adjust how printed colors appear on your product. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide The photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is not included with your printout. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Installing the photo print cartridge To install the photo print cartridge, remove the...
...: 1. Adjusting these settings causes the printed colors to adjust how printed colors appear on your product. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide The photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is not included with your printout. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Installing the photo print cartridge To install the photo print cartridge, remove the...
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...use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tricolor print cartridge. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. • To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo paper storage instructions. •... photos, use 4 x 6 inch photo paper with a 0.5 inch tab (10 x 15 cm with less ink. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 6.8 Saving money when printing photos HP Everyday Photo Paper To save money and ink when printing photos. • Verify that the photo paper that you are ...
...use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tricolor print cartridge. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. • To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo paper storage instructions. •... photos, use 4 x 6 inch photo paper with a 0.5 inch tab (10 x 15 cm with less ink. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 6.8 Saving money when printing photos HP Everyday Photo Paper To save money and ink when printing photos. • Verify that the photo paper that you are ...
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HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide When you are using is borderless on three sides and has a border on the bottom. 6.10 Small photos with a white border Guidelines • For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tricolor print cartridge. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP... Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. • To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo paper ...
HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide When you are using is borderless on three sides and has a border on the bottom. 6.10 Small photos with a white border Guidelines • For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tricolor print cartridge. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP... Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. • To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo paper ...
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HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 6.11 Large photos with a white border Guidelines • For high-quality results, use the photo printing features, see the photo paper storage instructions. • Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: Up to 30 sheets. Raise the printer cover. 2. Preparing to the... Printing 1. Place the photo paper, with the tricolor print cartridge. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. • To learn how to use a photo print cartridge in the In tray, and then push the ...
HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 6.11 Large photos with a white border Guidelines • For high-quality results, use the photo printing features, see the photo paper storage instructions. • Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: Up to 30 sheets. Raise the printer cover. 2. Preparing to the... Printing 1. Place the photo paper, with the tricolor print cartridge. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. • To learn how to use a photo print cartridge in the In tray, and then push the ...
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... Page Setup dialog box. To open the Page Setup dialog box, open the software program that is installed on your computer. To specify the paper size, scaling, and orientation for a document. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 9 Printer software • Print settings • Page Setup dialog box • Print dialog box • Managing the...
... Page Setup dialog box. To open the Page Setup dialog box, open the software program that is installed on your computer. To specify the paper size, scaling, and orientation for a document. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 9 Printer software • Print settings • Page Setup dialog box • Print dialog box • Managing the...
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.... HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 10 Maintenance • Installing print cartridges • Aligning print cartridges • Calibrating color • Automatically cleaning print cartridges • Manually cleaning print cartridges • Printing a test page • View estimated ink levels • Removing ink from skin and clothing • Maintaining print cartridges • Using the HP Inkjet Toolbox 10.1 Installing...
.... HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 10 Maintenance • Installing print cartridges • Aligning print cartridges • Calibrating color • Automatically cleaning print cartridges • Manually cleaning print cartridges • Printing a test page • View estimated ink levels • Removing ink from skin and clothing • Maintaining print cartridges • Using the HP Inkjet Toolbox 10.1 Installing...
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... the HP Inkjet Toolbox, and then select the Supplies panel. Ink back-up mode page. Open the printer cover. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1. If a print cartridge runs out of the printer. 3. The cradle moves to turn on the print cartridge and slide it out of print cartridge selection numbers, see the print cartridge installation page...
... the HP Inkjet Toolbox, and then select the Supplies panel. Ink back-up mode page. Open the printer cover. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1. If a print cartridge runs out of the printer. 3. The cradle moves to turn on the print cartridge and slide it out of print cartridge selection numbers, see the print cartridge installation page...
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... follow these steps to ensure the best print quality. Verify that a photo print cartridge is still tinted, then perform a color calibration. Unnecessary cleaning wastes ink and shortens the life of the cartridge. 62 To calibrate the print cartridges: 1. Select the ...plain white paper in the In tray. 2. Open the HP Inkjet Toolbox. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions. 10.4 Automatically cleaning print cartridges If your photograph. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 10.2 Aligning print cartridges After installing a print cartridge, align the print cartridges to clean the ...
... follow these steps to ensure the best print quality. Verify that a photo print cartridge is still tinted, then perform a color calibration. Unnecessary cleaning wastes ink and shortens the life of the cartridge. 62 To calibrate the print cartridges: 1. Select the ...plain white paper in the In tray. 2. Open the HP Inkjet Toolbox. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions. 10.4 Automatically cleaning print cartridges If your photograph. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 10.2 Aligning print cartridges After installing a print cartridge, align the print cartridges to clean the ...
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... the print cartridges that are needed. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 7. Caution: Always use cold water to 95 degrees F). 65 Print a test page. 9. White fabric Wash the fabric in cold water and use chlorine bleach. Select the Ink Levels panel. 10.8 Removing ink from fabric. Color fabric Wash the fabric in cold...
... the print cartridges that are needed. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 7. Caution: Always use cold water to 95 degrees F). 65 Print a test page. 9. White fabric Wash the fabric in cold water and use chlorine bleach. Select the Ink Levels panel. 10.8 Removing ink from fabric. Color fabric Wash the fabric in cold...
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... into the protector, and snap it . 66 Removing the print cartridge from the print cartridge protector Press down but are removed from the printer, store them in a print cartridge protector or an airtight plastic container. If the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridge, ...the cartridge. Reattaching the tape damages the print cartridge. If you are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer. Slide the cartridge out of the protector to reattach it. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide • Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until...
... into the protector, and snap it . 66 Removing the print cartridge from the print cartridge protector Press down but are removed from the printer, store them in a print cartridge protector or an airtight plastic container. If the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridge, ...the cartridge. Reattaching the tape damages the print cartridge. If you are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer. Slide the cartridge out of the protector to reattach it. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide • Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until...
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..., do not use other media is correctly loaded in the In tray. • Printer cover is closed. • Rear access door is attached. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 11 Troubleshooting • Printer is not printing • Paper jam • Paper problems • Print quality is...8226; Cable connections are secure. • Printer is turned on The printer might exist. Check the printer cable connection If the printer cable is attached to the hub. If the printer does not turn on . • Print cartridges are correctly installed. • Paper or other USB devices that...
..., do not use other media is correctly loaded in the In tray. • Printer cover is closed. • Rear access door is attached. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 11 Troubleshooting • Printer is not printing • Paper jam • Paper problems • Print quality is...8226; Cable connections are secure. • Printer is turned on The printer might exist. Check the printer cable connection If the printer cable is attached to the hub. If the printer does not turn on . • Print cartridges are correctly installed. • Paper or other USB devices that...
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... cartridge. Verify that a black print cartridge is installed. Insert a black print cartridge, in addition to the tri-color print cartridge, for optimal black print quality. • Verify that neither of plastic tape might still be attached to the print cartridges. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 11.4 Print quality is poor Streaks and missing...
... cartridge. Verify that a black print cartridge is installed. Insert a black print cartridge, in addition to the tri-color print cartridge, for optimal black print quality. • Verify that neither of plastic tape might still be attached to the print cartridges. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 11.4 Print quality is poor Streaks and missing...
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... still tinted or incorrect, align the print cartridges. 74 If colors are still tinted or incorrect, calibrate the color. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide Change the appropriate print settings within the software application to be installed for color calibration. 4. Check the printer settings 1. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the following settings: Panel...
... still tinted or incorrect, align the print cartridges. 74 If colors are still tinted or incorrect, calibrate the color. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide Change the appropriate print settings within the software application to be installed for color calibration. 4. Check the printer settings 1. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the following settings: Panel...
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... appropriate paper type in the Paper Type/Quality panel. • Do not print borderless documents in the printer. For instructions about preventing photo paper from curling, see the photo paper storage page. 75 Fading occurs on... size of the photograph is curled, place the paper in a software application and assign the image size. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 11.7 Borderless printing problems Guidelines When printing borderless printouts, follow these guidelines: • Open... Verify that is not curled. Always have two print cartridges installed in ink-backup mode.
... appropriate paper type in the Paper Type/Quality panel. • Do not print borderless documents in the printer. For instructions about preventing photo paper from curling, see the photo paper storage page. 75 Fading occurs on... size of the photograph is curled, place the paper in a software application and assign the image size. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 11.7 Borderless printing problems Guidelines When printing borderless printouts, follow these guidelines: • Open... Verify that is not curled. Always have two print cartridges installed in ink-backup mode.