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... 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 19 Bluetooth wireless printing 34 5 Print photos...38 Print borderless photos 38 Print photos with a border 40 HP Real Life technologies 42 Photo print cartridge 42 Maximum dpi ...43 Advanced color...
... 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 19 Bluetooth wireless printing 34 5 Print photos...38 Print borderless photos 38 Print photos with a border 40 HP Real Life technologies 42 Photo print cartridge 42 Maximum dpi ...43 Advanced color...
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... cartridges 89 Maintain print cartridges 90 Printer Toolbox ...91 11 Troubleshooting 93 Ethernet problems 93 Printer does not print 95 Paper jam ...96 Paper problems ...98 Paper mismatch ...99 Printer is stalled ...99 Print cartridge problems 100 Photos do not print correctly 102 PictBridge problems 104 Bluetooth printing problems 105 Banners do not print correctly 107 2 HP Deskjet 6940...
... cartridges 89 Maintain print cartridges 90 Printer Toolbox ...91 11 Troubleshooting 93 Ethernet problems 93 Printer does not print 95 Paper jam ...96 Paper problems ...98 Paper mismatch ...99 Printer is stalled ...99 Print cartridge problems 100 Photos do not print correctly 102 PictBridge problems 104 Bluetooth printing problems 105 Banners do not print correctly 107 2 HP Deskjet 6940...
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... with a six-ink photo print cartridge (purchased separately). Automatic red-eye removal and adaptive lighting to enhance detail in shadows are in networking capabilities: Connect to a wired network without a cable using Bluetooth. HP Vivera Inks deliver true-to expand the printer's paper-handling capability. User's guide 5 You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that last. HP Vivera Inks are specially...
... with a six-ink photo print cartridge (purchased separately). Automatic red-eye removal and adaptive lighting to enhance detail in shadows are in networking capabilities: Connect to a wired network without a cable using Bluetooth. HP Vivera Inks deliver true-to expand the printer's paper-handling capability. User's guide 5 You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that last. HP Vivera Inks are specially...
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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. 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
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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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... the tri-color print cartridge needs to be serviced. That print cartridge can be serviced. 2. The light flashes when the black, photo, or gray photo print cartridge needs to be the black print cartridge, the photo print cartridge, or the gray photo print cartridge. - The printer Power light flashes and the Connection light remains lit solid 10 HP Deskjet 6940 series...
... the tri-color print cartridge needs to be serviced. That print cartridge can be serviced. 2. The light flashes when the black, photo, or gray photo print cartridge needs to be the black print cartridge, the photo print cartridge, or the gray photo print cartridge. - The printer Power light flashes and the Connection light remains lit solid 10 HP Deskjet 6940 series...
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.... Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Photo print cartridge Gray photo print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Colors print as grayscale. Colors print but black is grayed and is removed from the print cartridge cradle. Note HP does not recommend using the photo print cartridge or the gray photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode. 16 HP Deskjet 6940 series Chapter 3 You...
.... Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Photo print cartridge Gray photo print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Colors print as grayscale. Colors print but black is grayed and is removed from the print cartridge cradle. Note HP does not recommend using the photo print cartridge or the gray photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode. 16 HP Deskjet 6940 series Chapter 3 You...
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...selects optimal print settings for documents that media. By activating Quiet mode, the speed and sound level of paper. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to scan the first page of a document and determine the best paper-type setting and check paper width. When ...to exit ink-backup mode. If the width matches, the printer determines the paper-type setting and the page is different from the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory or the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with the auto paper-type sensor. Automatic paper-type sensor The HP automatic ...
...selects optimal print settings for documents that media. By activating Quiet mode, the speed and sound level of paper. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to scan the first page of a document and determine the best paper-type setting and check paper width. When ...to exit ink-backup mode. If the width matches, the printer determines the paper-type setting and the page is different from the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory or the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with the auto paper-type sensor. Automatic paper-type sensor The HP automatic ...
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... to by-pass the proxy server in the print cartridges. ● View network statistics. ● Configure Bluetooth settings. ● Visit HP's Web site for example: http://192.168.1.1) in the browser's address box. (continued) ● Check estimated ink levels in order to access the EWS. Printer installation across subnets can lose the connection. Before...
... to by-pass the proxy server in the print cartridges. ● View network statistics. ● Configure Bluetooth settings. ● Visit HP's Web site for example: http://192.168.1.1) in the browser's address box. (continued) ● Check estimated ink levels in order to access the EWS. Printer installation across subnets can lose the connection. Before...
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...of photo paper. Color management ● Print an Exif Print-formatted photo if you are using is turned on a range of certain paper types and to print on . 2. Ensure that you have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in ink-backup mode. For ...information about preventing photo paper from curling, see the photo paper storage instructions. ● Do not exceed the In tray capacity: 25 sheets of the paper from the In tray. 38 HP Deskjet 6940 series Advanced color ...
...of photo paper. Color management ● Print an Exif Print-formatted photo if you are using is turned on a range of certain paper types and to print on . 2. Ensure that you have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in ink-backup mode. For ...information about preventing photo paper from curling, see the photo paper storage instructions. ● Do not exceed the In tray capacity: 25 sheets of the paper from the In tray. 38 HP Deskjet 6940 series Advanced color ...
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... on the left , and then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in ink-backup mode. Verify that the printer is turned on . 2. Type is : An appropriate envelope size - help to be... that you want , and then click OK. Print 1. Place brochure paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 54 HP Deskjet 6940 series Replace the Out tray. Chapter 7 To print multiple envelopes, follow these steps: 1. Place the envelopes in the...
... on the left , and then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. ● Open the file in ink-backup mode. Verify that the printer is turned on . 2. Type is : An appropriate envelope size - help to be... that you want , and then click OK. Print 1. Place brochure paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 54 HP Deskjet 6940 series Replace the Out tray. Chapter 7 To print multiple envelopes, follow these steps: 1. Place the envelopes in the...
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...option for fast, economical printing. 5. Select any other high-quality printouts. - Click one of ink. - Maximum dpi: Provides the highest quality printing, but requires longer to select a print ...in the Print quality drop-down list, click one of disk space. Black print cartridge only: Use this option for most documents. - Fast normal: Prints more quickly... ● Brochures ● Transparencies Print in grayscale drop-down list: - Click the Color tab. 4. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select a print quality Follow these steps to learn about the ...
...option for fast, economical printing. 5. Select any other high-quality printouts. - Click one of ink. - Maximum dpi: Provides the highest quality printing, but requires longer to select a print ...in the Print quality drop-down list, click one of disk space. Black print cartridge only: Use this option for most documents. - Fast normal: Prints more quickly... ● Brochures ● Transparencies Print in grayscale drop-down list: - Click the Color tab. 4. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select a print quality Follow these steps to learn about the ...
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... quickly. ● View the Ink Status window for a document. help Use the What's This? To close the Ink Status window, click Close. 82 HP Deskjet 6940 series 9 Printer software ● Use the Printer Properties dialog box to change the print settings, open the Printer Properties dialog box: 1. help ...; Use the What's This? Open the Printer Properties dialog box Follow these steps to the Printer Properties dialog box can vary depending on the computer. An explanation of each print cartridge. Note The path to open the Printer Properties dialog box. The What's This box...
... quickly. ● View the Ink Status window for a document. help Use the What's This? To close the Ink Status window, click Close. 82 HP Deskjet 6940 series 9 Printer software ● Use the Printer Properties dialog box to change the print settings, open the Printer Properties dialog box: 1. help ...; Use the What's This? Open the Printer Properties dialog box Follow these steps to the Printer Properties dialog box can vary depending on the computer. An explanation of each print cartridge. Note The path to open the Printer Properties dialog box. The What's This box...
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... ordering print cartridges, click the Print Cartridge Information button. Click Install. 6. The HP Software Update window is available, select the check box beside the update name. 5. Select the Display Ink Status Window check box. 4. Print cartridge information and ordering For print cartridge information and to link to HP's Web site for printer software updates. - Note The Ink Status window...
... ordering print cartridges, click the Print Cartridge Information button. Click Install. 6. The HP Software Update window is available, select the check box beside the update name. 5. Select the Display Ink Status Window check box. 4. Print cartridge information and ordering For print cartridge information and to link to HP's Web site for printer software updates. - Note The Ink Status window...
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... print cartridges ● Print a test page ● View estimated ink levels ● Maintain the printer body ● Remove ink from your skin and clothing ● Manually clean print cartridges ● Maintain print cartridges ● Printer Toolbox Install print cartridges When you need to install the print cartridge, match the symbol on the print cartridge that you are replacing. 84 HP Deskjet 6940 series...
... print cartridges ● Print a test page ● View estimated ink levels ● Maintain the printer body ● Remove ink from your skin and clothing ● Manually clean print cartridges ● Maintain print cartridges ● Printer Toolbox Install print cartridges When you need to install the print cartridge, match the symbol on the print cartridge that you are replacing. 84 HP Deskjet 6940 series...
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... A4 plain, white paper in the In tray. 3. 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. ● Print Cartridge Information dialog box: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, open position. 5. For more information, see the reference guide that...
... A4 plain, white paper in the In tray. 3. 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. ● Print Cartridge Information dialog box: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, open position. 5. For more information, see the reference guide that...
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... the copper strips are on the bottom and facing toward the printer, and then slide the print cartridge into the cradle as shown. 86 HP Deskjet 6940 series Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the plastic tape. Chapter 10...
... the copper strips are on the bottom and facing toward the printer, and then slide the print cartridge into the cradle as shown. 86 HP Deskjet 6940 series Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the plastic tape. Chapter 10...
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... Estimated Ink Levels tab. 88 HP Deskjet 6940 series Click Calibrate Color. 5. If the print cartridges are printed with the photo print cartridge consistently look incorrect. Open the printer Toolbox. 3. Before performing a color calibration, align the print cartridges, and then reprint the photo. Open the printer Toolbox. 2. Click Clean, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Open the printer Toolbox. 4. Calibrate color Perform a color calibration...
... Estimated Ink Levels tab. 88 HP Deskjet 6940 series Click Calibrate Color. 5. If the print cartridges are printed with the photo print cartridge consistently look incorrect. Open the printer Toolbox. 3. Before performing a color calibration, align the print cartridges, and then reprint the photo. Open the printer Toolbox. 2. Click Clean, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Open the printer Toolbox. 4. Calibrate color Perform a color calibration...
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... White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with water. If a household cleaner or detergent has been used on the printer, wipe the exterior surfaces with 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 the...
... White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with water. If a household cleaner or detergent has been used on the printer, wipe the exterior surfaces with 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 the...
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Caution Do not leave the print cartridges outside the printer for more than 30 minutes. Wipe the print cartridge copper contacts with the photo print cartridge. 90 HP Deskjet 6940 series Repeat this process until the print cartridge cradle moves to reattach it. Wait until no ink residue or dust appears on a piece of the printer and is idle and quiet...
Caution Do not leave the print cartridges outside the printer for more than 30 minutes. Wipe the print cartridge copper contacts with the photo print cartridge. 90 HP Deskjet 6940 series Repeat this process until the print cartridge cradle moves to reattach it. Wait until no ink residue or dust appears on a piece of the printer and is idle and quiet...