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..., Idaho 83714 U.S.A. © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company 1998 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is subject to this information. Publication number C4110-91033 First Edition Warranty The information contained in connection with respect to change without notice. CompuServe™ is a U.S. Windows® is a U.S.
..., Idaho 83714 U.S.A. © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company 1998 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is subject to this information. Publication number C4110-91033 First Edition Warranty The information contained in connection with respect to change without notice. CompuServe™ is a U.S. Windows® is a U.S.
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Contents 1 Printer Description Overview 1-1 Printer Features 1-2 Identification 1-5 Model and Serial Numbers 1-5 Site Requirements 1-6 Space Requirements 1-7 Paper Specifications 1-11 Supported Types of Paper 1-14 Guidelines for Using Paper 1-15 Labels 1-18 Transparencies 1-18 Vellum 1-18 Envelopes 1-19 Card Stock and Heavy Paper 1-20 Safety Information 1-22 Laser Safety Statement 1-22 Canadian DOC Regulations 1-22 FCC Regulations...
Contents 1 Printer Description Overview 1-1 Printer Features 1-2 Identification 1-5 Model and Serial Numbers 1-5 Site Requirements 1-6 Space Requirements 1-7 Paper Specifications 1-11 Supported Types of Paper 1-14 Guidelines for Using Paper 1-15 Labels 1-18 Transparencies 1-18 Vellum 1-18 Envelopes 1-19 Card Stock and Heavy Paper 1-20 Safety Information 1-22 Laser Safety Statement 1-22 Canadian DOC Regulations 1-22 FCC Regulations...
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...3-10 Printing Menu 3-13 Configuration Menu 3-17 I/O Menu 3-24 EIO Menu (Networked Printers 3-27 Resets Menu 3-29 Service Mode 3-30 Service Menu 3-31 Setting the Page Count, Maintenance Count, and Serial Number 3-31 Cold Reset Paper 3-34 Diagnostics 3-34 Clear Event Log 3-34 Testing the... Printer 3-35 Resetting the Printer 3-36 System Configuration 3-37 MS-DOS System Configuration 3-37 Parallel DOS Commands 3-37...
...3-10 Printing Menu 3-13 Configuration Menu 3-17 I/O Menu 3-24 EIO Menu (Networked Printers 3-27 Resets Menu 3-29 Service Mode 3-30 Service Menu 3-31 Setting the Page Count, Maintenance Count, and Serial Number 3-31 Cold Reset Paper 3-34 Diagnostics 3-34 Clear Event Log 3-34 Testing the... Printer 3-35 Resetting the Printer 3-36 System Configuration 3-37 MS-DOS System Configuration 3-37 Parallel DOS Commands 3-37...
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Figure 1-1 Sample Labels EN Identification 1-5 The rear labels also contain power rating and regulatory information as USB0000146 for the HP LaserJet 5000 N printer. The serial number contains information about the Country of Origin, the Revision Level, the Production Code, and Production Number of the printer. The serial number is alphanumeric, such as shown in Figure 1-1. Identification Model and Serial Numbers The model number and serial numbers are listed on identification labels located on the rear left side of the printer.
Figure 1-1 Sample Labels EN Identification 1-5 The rear labels also contain power rating and regulatory information as USB0000146 for the HP LaserJet 5000 N printer. The serial number contains information about the Country of Origin, the Revision Level, the Production Code, and Production Number of the printer. The serial number is alphanumeric, such as shown in Figure 1-1. Identification Model and Serial Numbers The model number and serial numbers are listed on identification labels located on the rear left side of the printer.
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Tiedot laitteessa käytettävän laserdiodin säteilyominaisuuksista: Aallonpituus 775-795 nm Teho 5 mW Luokan 3B laser Material Safety Data Sheet The Toner Cartridge/Drum MSDS can be obtained by calling the U.S. Betrakta ej strålen. ...section of the User's Guide for a listing of the Toner Cartridge/Drum Material/Chemical Safety Data Sheets. EN Safety Information 1-25 Use Index number 7 for appropriate phone numbers and information. Om laserprinterns skyddshölje öppnas då apparaten är i funktion, utsättas användaren för...
Tiedot laitteessa käytettävän laserdiodin säteilyominaisuuksista: Aallonpituus 775-795 nm Teho 5 mW Luokan 3B laser Material Safety Data Sheet The Toner Cartridge/Drum MSDS can be obtained by calling the U.S. Betrakta ej strålen. ...section of the User's Guide for a listing of the Toner Cartridge/Drum Material/Chemical Safety Data Sheets. EN Safety Information 1-25 Use Index number 7 for appropriate phone numbers and information. Om laserprinterns skyddshölje öppnas då apparaten är i funktion, utsättas användaren för...
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Accessories can be ordered from an authorized service or support provider. See page 2-5 and page 8-4 for this manual. Replacement parts may be ordered from HP's Support Materials Organization (SMO) or Support Materials Europe (SME). EN Parts and Supplies 2-3 Parts and Supplies Ordering Information Field replaceable and accessory part numbers are found in Chapter 8 of this printer. Use only accessories specifically designed for more information.
Accessories can be ordered from an authorized service or support provider. See page 2-5 and page 8-4 for this manual. Replacement parts may be ordered from HP's Support Materials Organization (SMO) or Support Materials Europe (SME). EN Parts and Supplies 2-3 Parts and Supplies Ordering Information Field replaceable and accessory part numbers are found in Chapter 8 of this printer. Use only accessories specifically designed for more information.
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...-90976 (English) reference guide. Helpful Documentation Item Description or Use Part Number HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide A guide to using paper and other print media with HP LaserJet printers. 5021-8909 PCL 5/PJL Technical Reference Documentation Package A guide to order documentation. User's Documentation Bundle, HP LaserJet 5000, 5000 N, and 5000 GN An additional copy of the and...
...-90976 (English) reference guide. Helpful Documentation Item Description or Use Part Number HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide A guide to using paper and other print media with HP LaserJet printers. 5021-8909 PCL 5/PJL Technical Reference Documentation Package A guide to order documentation. User's Documentation Bundle, HP LaserJet 5000, 5000 N, and 5000 GN An additional copy of the and...
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...by HP LaserJet printer users. See Chapter 8 for some parts. Consumables Paper and Toner Cartridges can be ordered directly from HewlettPackard. The ASAP service 1-800-333-1917 (U.S.) requires a touchtone phone. EN Parts and Supplies 2-5 HP AUDIO-TIPS HP AUDIO...To order additional printer drivers for Ordering q SMO (Support Materials Organization) 1-800-227-8164 (U.S. Technical Assistance HP ASAP (Automated Support Access Program) provides free technical support information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Phone Numbers for software applications, call HP's Distribution Center...
...by HP LaserJet printer users. See Chapter 8 for some parts. Consumables Paper and Toner Cartridges can be ordered directly from HewlettPackard. The ASAP service 1-800-333-1917 (U.S.) requires a touchtone phone. EN Parts and Supplies 2-5 HP AUDIO-TIPS HP AUDIO...To order additional printer drivers for Ordering q SMO (Support Materials Organization) 1-800-227-8164 (U.S. Technical Assistance HP ASAP (Automated Support Access Program) provides free technical support information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Phone Numbers for software applications, call HP's Distribution Center...
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...applications. Members may also post and reply to enter HP FIRST. To access the HP Forum, type GO HP at one of support materials including product data sheets, software application notes, and printer drivers for HP LaserJet users as well as service personnel. Receiving a ...Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) q Typeface and accessory information q Printer support software information q Toner information q Driver request form and Software Matrix HP FIRST, U.S. HP CompuServe Forum CompuServe™ members can download a variety of the following numbers: U.K., 0800-96-02-71 Belgium (Dutch), 078-111906 ...
...applications. Members may also post and reply to enter HP FIRST. To access the HP Forum, type GO HP at one of support materials including product data sheets, software application notes, and printer drivers for HP LaserJet users as well as service personnel. Receiving a ...Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) q Typeface and accessory information q Printer support software information q Toner information q Driver request form and Software Matrix HP FIRST, U.S. HP CompuServe Forum CompuServe™ members can download a variety of the following numbers: U.K., 0800-96-02-71 Belgium (Dutch), 078-111906 ...
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...the input tray, output bin, duplexer (if available), and number of the Control Panel menu items. PRINT CONFIGURATION The Configuration Page shows the printer's current configuration. If an HP JetDirect print server card is installed in the printer. Press [-Value+] to the desired page and press [Select... a mass storage device (such as an optional flash DIMM or hard disk) containing a recognized file system is installed (HP LaserJet 5000 N/5000 GN printers), a JetDirect Configuration Page will print out as well. The file directory shows information for all installed mass storage devices. ...
...the input tray, output bin, duplexer (if available), and number of the Control Panel menu items. PRINT CONFIGURATION The Configuration Page shows the printer's current configuration. If an HP JetDirect print server card is installed in the printer. Press [-Value+] to the desired page and press [Select... a mass storage device (such as an optional flash DIMM or hard disk) containing a recognized file system is installed (HP LaserJet 5000 N/5000 GN printers), a JetDirect Configuration Page will print out as well. The file directory shows information for all installed mass storage devices. ...
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... copies from 1 to 999. Note It is installed). Printing Menu Item Values Explanation COPIES=1 1 to 999 Set the default number of copies by increments of 1, or hold down [-Value+] to scroll by selecting any number from the printer driver or software application. (Driver and software settings override Control Panel settings.) PAPER= LETTER (110...
... copies from 1 to 999. Note It is installed). Printing Menu Item Values Explanation COPIES=1 1 to 999 Set the default number of copies by increments of 1, or hold down [-Value+] to scroll by selecting any number from the printer driver or software application. (Driver and software settings override Control Panel settings.) PAPER= LETTER (110...
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...appear, depending on the PCL Font List. Press [-Value+] once to change the setting by increments of .01 for line draw characters. The printer assigns a number to 99.99 PCL SYMBOL SET=PC-8 PC-8 many others Explanation INTERNAL: Internal fonts. SLOT 1, 2, or 3: Fonts stored in the ...Font # column of the three DIMM slots. The font number appears in one of several available symbol sets from the printer's control panel. Select any one of the printout. Order the PCL 5/ PJL Technical Reference Documentation Package for symbol...
...appear, depending on the PCL Font List. Press [-Value+] once to change the setting by increments of .01 for line draw characters. The printer assigns a number to 99.99 PCL SYMBOL SET=PC-8 PC-8 many others Explanation INTERNAL: Internal fonts. SLOT 1, 2, or 3: Fonts stored in the ...Font # column of the three DIMM slots. The font number appears in one of several available symbol sets from the printer's control panel. Select any one of the printout. Order the PCL 5/ PJL Technical Reference Documentation Package for symbol...
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The Wide A4 setting changes the number of characters that can be printed on one line. YES: Up to each line feed...of A4 paper. Select YES to append a carriage return to 80 10-pitch characters can be printed on the HP LaserJet III series printers. DARK: The internal Courier font available on a single line of Courier font to print the PS error page ...when PS errors occur. 3-16 Printer Operation EN Table 3-7. NO: Up to each line feed encountered in backwardcompatible PCL jobs (pure text, no job...
The Wide A4 setting changes the number of characters that can be printed on one line. YES: Up to each line feed...of A4 paper. Select YES to append a carriage return to 80 10-pitch characters can be printed on the HP LaserJet III series printers. DARK: The internal Courier font available on a single line of Courier font to print the PS error page ...when PS errors occur. 3-16 Printer Operation EN Table 3-7. NO: Up to each line feed encountered in backwardcompatible PCL jobs (pure text, no job...
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... Diagnostic Functions on the Configuration Page. While in Service Mode, you can: q Verify and set the page count and serial number. To exit the Service Mode press [Go]. 3-30 Printer Operation EN To enter Service Mode: 1 Hold down [Select] and [Cancel Job] while turning on the control panel. q... Reset Default. (This sets the factory default paper size to either Letter or A4). q Set the interval at which the PERFORM PRINTER MAINTENANCE message appears on the printer. (If the control panel reads INITIALIZING, the keys were released too soon.) 2 Press the right side of the [Menu] key...
... Diagnostic Functions on the Configuration Page. While in Service Mode, you can: q Verify and set the page count and serial number. To exit the Service Mode press [Go]. 3-30 Printer Operation EN To enter Service Mode: 1 Hold down [Select] and [Cancel Job] while turning on the control panel. q... Reset Default. (This sets the factory default paper size to either Letter or A4). q Set the interval at which the PERFORM PRINTER MAINTENANCE message appears on the printer. (If the control panel reads INITIALIZING, the keys were released too soon.) 2 Press the right side of the [Menu] key...
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... the Configuration Page to reflect the age of the printer, if possible. Service Menu Figure 3-2 Note Service Menu Setting the Page Count, Maintenance Count, and Serial Number The page count and serial numbers are stored in Non-Volatile Memory. The procedure for setting the serial number is necessary to replace the Formatter PCA, the...
... the Configuration Page to reflect the age of the printer, if possible. Service Menu Figure 3-2 Note Service Menu Setting the Page Count, Maintenance Count, and Serial Number The page count and serial numbers are stored in Non-Volatile Memory. The procedure for setting the serial number is necessary to replace the Formatter PCA, the...
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... rather than is the value of the currently selected digit will change the value of the digit to a value of pages which the printer has printed (excluding engine test prints). Instead of increasing the entire value by installing a new Formatter, the page count must be reset so that ... the currently selected digit by one . Page Count The page count stored in NVRAM and displayed on the Configuration Page printout represents the number of 0010480. 3-32 Printer Operation EN If the last digit is the value of the currently selected digit will change the value of the digit to repair...
... rather than is the value of the currently selected digit will change the value of the digit to a value of pages which the printer has printed (excluding engine test prints). Instead of increasing the entire value by installing a new Formatter, the page count must be reset so that ... the currently selected digit by one . Page Count The page count stored in NVRAM and displayed on the Configuration Page printout represents the number of 0010480. 3-32 Printer Operation EN If the last digit is the value of the currently selected digit will change the value of the digit to repair...
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... rather than letter size paper, set the cold reset paper size to the factory setting. q Wait for the printer. If the Printer Maintenance Kit is set to A4. Serial Number If a Formatter is due for RESET MAINTENANCE COUNT to be displayed and then release both keys. Possible values are...diagnostic features. MAINTENANCE COUNT in NVRAM and when the printer is cold reset, the default paper size is set initially at the factory to 150,000 pages. (For example, the message displays at 300,114 pages.) Editing this number is similar to editing the PAGES item above . Editing...
... rather than letter size paper, set the cold reset paper size to the factory setting. q Wait for the printer. If the Printer Maintenance Kit is set to A4. Serial Number If a Formatter is due for RESET MAINTENANCE COUNT to be displayed and then release both keys. Possible values are...diagnostic features. MAINTENANCE COUNT in NVRAM and when the printer is cold reset, the default paper size is set initially at the factory to 150,000 pages. (For example, the message displays at 300,114 pages.) Editing this number is similar to editing the PAGES item above . Editing...
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..., 13.1 on the control panel reads 13.01 in the tables starting on page 7-16 for more information about correcting Event Log messages on the printer. The numbers in the Event Log; See the tables starting on the Control Panel do not always correspond exactly. Refer to diagnose and troubleshoot...
..., 13.1 on the control panel reads 13.01 in the tables starting on page 7-16 for more information about correcting Event Log messages on the printer. The numbers in the Event Log; See the tables starting on the Control Panel do not always correspond exactly. Refer to diagnose and troubleshoot...
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.... (For example, do paper jams tend to occur in troubleshooting printer problems. Figure 7-2 shows a typical Event Log. Print the Event Log The printer's internal Event Log stores the last 30 errors and can be printed at the top (the highest sequence number is the Personality (PCL or PostScript) column or the cause of... a specific area of the error. 7-14 Troubleshooting EN The left of the page count. Interpret the Event Log The Event Log is the error sequence number, with the printer's serial number directly to the right of the page with the error listed at any time.
.... (For example, do paper jams tend to occur in troubleshooting printer problems. Figure 7-2 shows a typical Event Log. Print the Event Log The printer's internal Event Log stores the last 30 errors and can be printed at the top (the highest sequence number is the Personality (PCL or PostScript) column or the cause of... a specific area of the error. 7-14 Troubleshooting EN The left of the page count. Interpret the Event Log The Event Log is the error sequence number, with the printer's serial number directly to the right of the page with the error listed at any time.
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... the Control Panel error message. To interpret the Event Log: q Each individual entry in the Event Log with a time-out, or no response from the printer and print the Event log. Likewise, when a 13.1 through 13.9 are called an "error," and all the jammed paper from device (Error 66.xx...of the print engine. Hint Whenever a 13.xx appears on the Control Panel, the Event Log will record a 50.02.01 error, with the highest number in the table for each error or event. Follow the Recommended Action listed in the left-most column. For example, should a 50.1 FUSER ERROR / ...
... the Control Panel error message. To interpret the Event Log: q Each individual entry in the Event Log with a time-out, or no response from the printer and print the Event log. Likewise, when a 13.1 through 13.9 are called an "error," and all the jammed paper from device (Error 66.xx...of the print engine. Hint Whenever a 13.xx appears on the Control Panel, the Event Log will record a 50.02.01 error, with the highest number in the table for each error or event. Follow the Recommended Action listed in the left-most column. For example, should a 50.1 FUSER ERROR / ...