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... ...42 Bound two-sided documents...42 Print a Web page...43 Presentation printing...44 8 Printer software Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 45 Set default print settings...45 Printer Properties dialog box...46 What's This? help...47 Download printer software updates 47 9 Maintenance Install print cartridges...48 Print cartridges...48 Selection numbers...48 Printing with one print cartridge 49 Installation instructions...49 Align the print cartridges...51 Automatically clean print cartridges 52 View estimated ink levels...52 Maintain the printer body...53 Remove ink from your skin and...
... ...42 Bound two-sided documents...42 Print a Web page...43 Presentation printing...44 8 Printer software Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 45 Set default print settings...45 Printer Properties dialog box...46 What's This? help...47 Download printer software updates 47 9 Maintenance Install print cartridges...48 Print cartridges...48 Selection numbers...48 Printing with one print cartridge 49 Installation instructions...49 Align the print cartridges...51 Automatically clean print cartridges 52 View estimated ink levels...52 Maintain the printer body...53 Remove ink from your skin and...
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... print correctly...82 Check the paper tray...82 Check the printer properties 82 Problems with borderless documents 82 Borderless printing guidelines 83 Image is printed at an angle 83 Streaks appear in a light portion of a photo 84 Fading occurs on the edges of a photo 84 Photo has an unwanted border 84 For small photo paper 85 For small photo paper with a tear-off tab 85 Print quality is poor...86 Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors 87 Ink...
... print correctly...82 Check the paper tray...82 Check the printer properties 82 Problems with borderless documents 82 Borderless printing guidelines 83 Image is printed at an angle 83 Streaks appear in a light portion of a photo 84 Fading occurs on the edges of a photo 84 Photo has an unwanted border 84 For small photo paper 85 For small photo paper with a tear-off tab 85 Print quality is poor...86 Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors 87 Ink...
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... the new print settings 98 If you continue to have problems 98 A HP support Ink cartridge warranty information 99 Support process...99 HP support by phone...100 Phone support period...100 Placing a call...100 After the phone support period 100 B Technical information Printer specifications...101 Notice to Windows 2000 users 101 Environmental product stewardship program 101 Paper use...102 Plastics...102 Material safety data sheets 102 Recycling program...102 HP inkjet supplies recycling...
... the new print settings 98 If you continue to have problems 98 A HP support Ink cartridge warranty information 99 Support process...99 HP support by phone...100 Phone support period...100 Placing a call...100 After the phone support period 100 B Technical information Printer specifications...101 Notice to Windows 2000 users 101 Environmental product stewardship program 101 Paper use...102 Plastics...102 Material safety data sheets 102 Recycling program...102 HP inkjet supplies recycling...
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... out how to a hardware or software problem. Welcome 5 1 Welcome Welcome to use and replace the print cartridges. For details on the left in a print cartridge, print a test page, and remove ink stains. You can also use printing shortcuts, select a paper type, change the print resolution, set default print settings, and download printer software updates. NOTE: For information about some features may not be available. Learn how to print photos, adjust the appearance of contents pane on how to the HP Deskjet D1500 Printer series Help.
... out how to a hardware or software problem. Welcome 5 1 Welcome Welcome to use and replace the print cartridges. For details on the left in a print cartridge, print a test page, and remove ink stains. You can also use printing shortcuts, select a paper type, change the print resolution, set default print settings, and download printer software updates. NOTE: For information about some features may not be available. Learn how to print photos, adjust the appearance of contents pane on how to the HP Deskjet D1500 Printer series Help.
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... the print cartridge that you are installed in ink-backup mode, a message is installed. For more information, see Installation instructions. The ink-backup mode is initiated when a print cartridge is displayed and two print cartridges are replacing. 1 Selection number label • Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see the reference guide that came with only one print cartridge. NOTE: When the printer operates in the printer, verify that the print cartridge is displayed on screen. When plastic tape covers the print cartridge...
... the print cartridge that you are installed in ink-backup mode, a message is installed. For more information, see Installation instructions. The ink-backup mode is initiated when a print cartridge is displayed and two print cartridges are replacing. 1 Selection number label • Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see the reference guide that came with only one print cartridge. NOTE: When the printer operates in the printer, verify that the print cartridge is displayed on screen. When plastic tape covers the print cartridge...
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... print are printing. The printer software then uses this information to automatically perform image-specific enhancements to change the HP Real Life Technologies setting 1. Click the Features tab. 4. TIP: You can change the setting to Full if the images that supports Exif Print • Exif Print-enabled photo software, such as HP Photosmart Software. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 3. You can remove red-eye coloring in the image file. To change the Basic default print setting. In the HP Real Life Technologies Photo fix drop...
... print are printing. The printer software then uses this information to automatically perform image-specific enhancements to change the HP Real Life Technologies setting 1. Click the Features tab. 4. TIP: You can change the setting to Full if the images that supports Exif Print • Exif Print-enabled photo software, such as HP Photosmart Software. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 3. You can remove red-eye coloring in the image file. To change the Basic default print setting. In the HP Real Life Technologies Photo fix drop...
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... to download later versions of the software is displayed in the HP Update window. • If the computer does not have the most recent version of the printer software installed, a list of the printer software installed, No updates are using. HP Update searches the HP Web site for your system at this time is displayed in the HP Update window. 4. help Use What's This? help Use the What's This? Click the right mouse button. The HP Update window is displayed. 3. help 47...
... to download later versions of the software is displayed in the HP Update window. • If the computer does not have the most recent version of the printer software installed, a list of the printer software installed, No updates are using. HP Update searches the HP Web site for your system at this time is displayed in the HP Update window. 4. help Use What's This? help Use the What's This? Click the right mouse button. The HP Update window is displayed. 3. help 47...
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Install the black print cartridge in the left side of the print cartridge carriage. Choose your skin and clothing • Manually clean print cartridges • Maintain print cartridges • Printer Toolbox Install print cartridges When you need to differ from your country/region, and then click Buy or Online Shopping. Maintenance 9 Maintenance • Install print cartridges • Align the print cartridges • Automatically clean print cartridges • View estimated ink levels • Maintain the printer body • Remove ink from those you have the correct ...
Install the black print cartridge in the left side of the print cartridge carriage. Choose your skin and clothing • Manually clean print cartridges • Maintain print cartridges • Printer Toolbox Install print cartridges When you need to differ from your country/region, and then click Buy or Online Shopping. Maintenance 9 Maintenance • Install print cartridges • Align the print cartridges • Automatically clean print cartridges • View estimated ink levels • Maintain the printer body • Remove ink from those you have the correct ...
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... HP Deskjet prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the printer. If your printed pages are not low on the Estimated Ink level tab may be cleaned. View estimated ink levels Follow these instructions to be inaccurate or unavailable. For more information, see Manually clean print cartridges. If the print cartridges are faded or if they contain ink streaks, the print cartridges might be low on ink or might need to view the estimated ink levels of the cartridge. To clean the print cartridges 1. Open the printer...
... HP Deskjet prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the printer. If your printed pages are not low on the Estimated Ink level tab may be cleaned. View estimated ink levels Follow these instructions to be inaccurate or unavailable. For more information, see Manually clean print cartridges. If the print cartridges are faded or if they contain ink streaks, the print cartridges might be low on ink or might need to view the estimated ink levels of the cartridge. To clean the print cartridges 1. Open the printer...
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...the print cartridge carriage. Printer service or repairs required as a result of using the correct print cartridges • Solution 2: Contact HP customer support Troubleshooting 58 Troubleshooting Chapter 11 To resolve the problem, follow the instructions in Resolving print cartridge error messages to resolve the problem. Print cartridge problem message The printer cannot print if the print cartridges are faulty, or if they are printing a document, follow the instructions in Print cartridge carriage is stuck If the printer stalls while you easily produce great results, time after...
...the print cartridge carriage. Printer service or repairs required as a result of using the correct print cartridges • Solution 2: Contact HP customer support Troubleshooting 58 Troubleshooting Chapter 11 To resolve the problem, follow the instructions in Resolving print cartridge error messages to resolve the problem. Print cartridge problem message The printer cannot print if the print cartridges are faulty, or if they are printing a document, follow the instructions in Print cartridge carriage is stuck If the printer stalls while you easily produce great results, time after...
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.... Original HP ink depleted Solution: Follow the prompts on the computer screen to the HP Web site at www.hp.com/support. For more information, see the printed documentation that you use in another printer. Troubleshooting Error messages 59 You do not need to avoid possible printing delays. For a list of the current print job. When you receive a lowink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes...
.... Original HP ink depleted Solution: Follow the prompts on the computer screen to the HP Web site at www.hp.com/support. For more information, see the printed documentation that you use in another printer. Troubleshooting Error messages 59 You do not need to avoid possible printing delays. For a list of the current print job. When you receive a lowink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes...
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...; Software, such as an antivirus program, is running. • Another device, such as a scanner, is connected to have problems, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support. Troubleshooting 62 Troubleshooting The envelope should print without any errors. Out of paper If you are finished printing envelopes, set the paper size back to the USB port on the Print dialog box. 7. There was an error writing to USB port The printer might not be receiving correct...
...; Software, such as an antivirus program, is running. • Another device, such as a scanner, is connected to have problems, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support. Troubleshooting 62 Troubleshooting The envelope should print without any errors. Out of paper If you are finished printing envelopes, set the paper size back to the USB port on the Print dialog box. 7. There was an error writing to USB port The printer might not be receiving correct...
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... the printer, replace the USB cable, and then continue to finish the installation. 9. Click Cancel, and then restart the computer. 6. Insert the printer software CD into the drive. NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable until you are using Windows 2000. If you are using Windows 2000 and this message is displayed, you connect a USB cable between the printer and the computer. To resolve the problem 1. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. 3. Disconnect the power cord...
... the printer, replace the USB cable, and then continue to finish the installation. 9. Click Cancel, and then restart the computer. 6. Insert the printer software CD into the drive. NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable until you are using Windows 2000. If you are using Windows 2000 and this message is displayed, you connect a USB cable between the printer and the computer. To resolve the problem 1. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. 3. Disconnect the power cord...
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... Check the status of paper. • A problem exists with the printer, such as needed. Printer does not print • Verify the following • Unable to the power source. • The cable connections are secure. • The printer is turned on. • The print cartridges are the correct print cartridges for several reasons: • The printer cover is attached. What the flashing light means The Power light can flash for the printer and are properly installed. For information about clearing a paper jam...
... Check the status of paper. • A problem exists with the printer, such as needed. Printer does not print • Verify the following • Unable to the power source. • The cable connections are secure. • The printer is turned on. • The print cartridges are the correct print cartridges for several reasons: • The printer cover is attached. What the flashing light means The Power light can flash for the printer and are properly installed. For information about clearing a paper jam...
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... • Solution 6: Contact HP support for paper weight specifications. Printer does not feed paper Solution: Try one or more of the following solutions: • Solution 1: Make sure the paper tray is possible to damage the printer when removing paper from the paper tray, and then reload it is not empty • Solution 2: Check the rear door of sheets in the paper tray. 8. See Printer specifications for service Paper problems 77 Troubleshooting 5. Turn on the printer. 9. Reprint the document.
... • Solution 6: Contact HP support for paper weight specifications. Printer does not feed paper Solution: Try one or more of the following solutions: • Solution 1: Make sure the paper tray is possible to damage the printer when removing paper from the paper tray, and then reload it is not empty • Solution 2: Check the rear door of sheets in the paper tray. 8. See Printer specifications for service Paper problems 77 Troubleshooting 5. Turn on the printer. 9. Reprint the document.
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... settings. • Check the paper type setting to make sure it matches the type of ink used for printing. If the self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. Troubleshooting Print quality is a problem with the print cartridges. Solution 5: Clean the print cartridges Solution: Check the estimated ink levels remaining in the input tray. • Check the quality setting. When you might need to replace the print cartridges. You do not need to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable. Printouts are faded or have dull colors...
... settings. • Check the paper type setting to make sure it matches the type of ink used for printing. If the self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. Troubleshooting Print quality is a problem with the print cartridges. Solution 5: Clean the print cartridges Solution: Check the estimated ink levels remaining in the input tray. • Check the quality setting. When you might need to replace the print cartridges. You do not need to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable. Printouts are faded or have dull colors...
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...: • Fast access to qualified online support specialists • Software and driver updates for your local point of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the Reference Guide that came with . It is covered as long as indicated: HP support For a copy of purchase. After the warranty period, you have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with the printer. A HP support • Ink cartridge warranty information...
...: • Fast access to qualified online support specialists • Software and driver updates for your local point of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the Reference Guide that came with . It is covered as long as indicated: HP support For a copy of purchase. After the warranty period, you have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with the printer. A HP support • Ink cartridge warranty information...
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NOTE: For best printing performance, use a USB 2.0 compatible cable. Environmental product stewardship program Hewlett-Packard is available as a Web download at www.hp.com/ support. Technical information B Technical information • Printer specifications • Notice to Windows 2000 users • Environmental product stewardship program • Regulatory notices Printer specifications The HP Deskjet has the following : • The HP Photosmart Software is not available. • The onscreen Help is not installed, but not limited to...
NOTE: For best printing performance, use a USB 2.0 compatible cable. Environmental product stewardship program Hewlett-Packard is available as a Web download at www.hp.com/ support. Technical information B Technical information • Printer specifications • Notice to Windows 2000 users • Environmental product stewardship program • Regulatory notices Printer specifications The HP Deskjet has the following : • The HP Photosmart Software is not available. • The onscreen Help is not installed, but not limited to...
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... greeting card printing 29 H Hewlett-Packard Company notices 2 HP Photosmart Software downloading 47 I index card printing 26 ink low 60 streaks on the back of paper 96 ink, removing ink from skin and clothing 53 ink-backup mode 12 installation program stops 62 installing print cartridges 48 iron-on transfer printing 33 L label printing 27 letter printing 23 lights Power light 9 low ink 52 M maintenance print cartridges 54 printer 48 printer body 53 maximum dpi 41 O Order supplies 56 other document printing 21 out of paper 77 P page order, setting 37 paper feed fails...
... greeting card printing 29 H Hewlett-Packard Company notices 2 HP Photosmart Software downloading 47 I index card printing 26 ink low 60 streaks on the back of paper 96 ink, removing ink from skin and clothing 53 ink-backup mode 12 installation program stops 62 installing print cartridges 48 iron-on transfer printing 33 L label printing 27 letter printing 23 lights Power light 9 low ink 52 M maintenance print cartridges 54 printer 48 printer body 53 maximum dpi 41 O Order supplies 56 other document printing 21 out of paper 77 P page order, setting 37 paper feed fails...
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... ink cartridges ordering 56 print preview 39 print quality smeared ink 87 print resolution 41 print settings changing 46 default settings 45 print speed 40 printer does not feed paper 77 printer features 8 printer is not printing 65 printer is stalled 74 printer maintenance 48 printer name does not appear 64 printer prints on multiple sheets at once 81 printer properties 46 printer software downloading updates 47 printer specifications 101 printer Toolbox 55 printer troubleshooting 57 printing 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi 41 booklets 30 borderless photos 15 bound two-sided printing...
... ink cartridges ordering 56 print preview 39 print quality smeared ink 87 print resolution 41 print settings changing 46 default settings 45 print speed 40 printer does not feed paper 77 printer features 8 printer is not printing 65 printer is stalled 74 printer maintenance 48 printer name does not appear 64 printer prints on multiple sheets at once 81 printer properties 46 printer software downloading updates 47 printer specifications 101 printer Toolbox 55 printer troubleshooting 57 printing 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi 41 booklets 30 borderless photos 15 bound two-sided printing...