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..., which prepares the device and cartridges for printing, and in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. Ink usage Note: Ink from the front of the printer, and then replace the rear access door securely. 7. Print job stuck in queue (Windows) If the...rear access door. To access the Readme file, click Start > All Programs > HP > Deskjet D2500 series > Readme. Minimum system requirements For information on the printer. 11. If you are using the default printer to print your printer icon has a check mark next to it is left in the cartridge after it...
..., which prepares the device and cartridges for printing, and in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. Ink usage Note: Ink from the front of the printer, and then replace the rear access door securely. 7. Print job stuck in queue (Windows) If the...rear access door. To access the Readme file, click Start > All Programs > HP > Deskjet D2500 series > Readme. Minimum system requirements For information on the printer. 11. If you are using the default printer to print your printer icon has a check mark next to it is left in the cartridge after it...
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... RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THE HP PRODUCTS TO SUCH CUSTOMERS. If HP is unable to new in your purchase agreement. HP printer limited warranty statement HP product Software Media Printer Print or Ink cartridges Accessories Duration of limited warranty 90 days 1 year Until the HP ink is covered by HP's warranty, HP shall, within a reasonable time after being replaced...
... RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THE HP PRODUCTS TO SUCH CUSTOMERS. If HP is unable to new in your purchase agreement. HP printer limited warranty statement HP product Software Media Printer Print or Ink cartridges Accessories Duration of limited warranty 90 days 1 year Until the HP ink is covered by HP's warranty, HP shall, within a reasonable time after being replaced...
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...12 Use the paper tray...13 Fold the paper tray...14 Print cartridges...15 Replace print cartridges...15 Ink-backup mode...16 Ink-backup mode output...17 Exit ink-backup mode...17 4 Connect the printer USB...18 5 Print photos Print borderless photos...19 Print photos with a border...20 Print photos on... plain paper...22 HP Real Life Technologies photo fix 23 Exif Print...23 Store and handle photo paper 24 Save money and ink when printing ...
...12 Use the paper tray...13 Fold the paper tray...14 Print cartridges...15 Replace print cartridges...15 Ink-backup mode...16 Ink-backup mode output...17 Exit ink-backup mode...17 4 Connect the printer USB...18 5 Print photos Print borderless photos...19 Print photos with a border...20 Print photos on... plain paper...22 HP Real Life Technologies photo fix 23 Exif Print...23 Store and handle photo paper 24 Save money and ink when printing ...
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......53 Align print cartridges...55 Automatically clean print cartridges 56 View estimated ink levels...56 Maintain the printer body...57 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 57 Manually clean print cartridges 57 Maintain print cartridges...58 Printer Toolbox...59 2 Contents Print iron-on transfers...37 7 Printing tips ......45 Maximum dpi...45 Resize a document ...46 Bound two-sided documents...46 Print a Web page...47 Presentation printing...48 8 Printer software Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 49 Set default print settings...49 Printer Properties dialog box...50 What's This?
......53 Align print cartridges...55 Automatically clean print cartridges 56 View estimated ink levels...56 Maintain the printer body...57 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 57 Manually clean print cartridges 57 Maintain print cartridges...58 Printer Toolbox...59 2 Contents Print iron-on transfers...37 7 Printing tips ......45 Maximum dpi...45 Resize a document ...46 Bound two-sided documents...46 Print a Web page...47 Presentation printing...48 8 Printer software Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 49 Set default print settings...49 Printer Properties dialog box...50 What's This?
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...message 64 Out of paper...65 There was an error writing to USB port 65 Two-way communication cannot be established or Printer not responding 65 Installation problems...65 Printer lights are on or flashing 68 Power light is flashing ...69 Resume light is flashing...69 Both Power and Resume lights...91 Fading occurs on the edges of a photo 92 Photo has an unwanted border 92 Print quality is poor...93 Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors 93 Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely 96 The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a borderless print...97 ...
...message 64 Out of paper...65 There was an error writing to USB port 65 Two-way communication cannot be established or Printer not responding 65 Installation problems...65 Printer lights are on or flashing 68 Power light is flashing ...69 Resume light is flashing...69 Both Power and Resume lights...91 Fading occurs on the edges of a photo 92 Photo has an unwanted border 92 Print quality is poor...93 Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors 93 Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely 96 The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a borderless print...97 ...
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... A HP support Ink cartridge warranty information 106 Support process...106 HP support by phone...106 Phone support period...107 Placing a call...107 After the phone support period 107 B Technical information Printer specifications......108 Notice to Windows 2000 users 108 Environmental product stewardship program 108 Paper use...109 Plastics...109 Material safety data sheets 109 Recycling program...109 HP inkjet supplies recycling ...and hazardous substance table 113 HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series declaration of conformity 114 Index...115 4
... A HP support Ink cartridge warranty information 106 Support process...106 HP support by phone...106 Phone support period...107 Placing a call...107 After the phone support period 107 B Technical information Printer specifications......108 Notice to Windows 2000 users 108 Environmental product stewardship program 108 Paper use...109 Plastics...109 Material safety data sheets 109 Recycling program...109 HP inkjet supplies recycling ...and hazardous substance table 113 HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series declaration of conformity 114 Index...115 4
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...out how to the HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series Help. Learn about the paper capacity, requirements, and other documents Printing tips Printer software Maintenance Troubleshooting HP support Shop for the printer. Welcome 5 Learn how to Windows 2000 users. 1 Welcome Welcome to contact HP support. Learn how to... booklets, transparencies, and iron-on the left in a print cartridge, print a test page, and remove ink stains. Find a solution to your computer and the printer together, see Notice to print photos, adjust the appearance of photos before you are using the product with ...
...out how to the HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series Help. Learn about the paper capacity, requirements, and other documents Printing tips Printer software Maintenance Troubleshooting HP support Shop for the printer. Welcome 5 Learn how to Windows 2000 users. 1 Welcome Welcome to contact HP support. Learn how to... booklets, transparencies, and iron-on the left in a print cartridge, print a test page, and remove ink stains. Find a solution to your computer and the printer together, see Notice to print photos, adjust the appearance of photos before you are using the product with ...
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...HP Deskjet is equipped with one print cartridge. For information, see View estimated ink levels. • Ink-backup mode: Print with several exciting features: • User friendly: Easy to install and operate. • Borderless printing: Print 4 x 6 inch photos to the edges of each print cartridge with the Estimated Ink Levels option in the printer... Toolbox. For information, see Ink-backup mode. For information, see Print borderless photos. • Estimated ink levels: Know the approximate ink level of the paper ...
...HP Deskjet is equipped with one print cartridge. For information, see View estimated ink levels. • Ink-backup mode: Print with several exciting features: • User friendly: Easy to install and operate. • Borderless printing: Print 4 x 6 inch photos to the edges of each print cartridge with the Estimated Ink Levels option in the printer... Toolbox. For information, see Ink-backup mode. For information, see Print borderless photos. • Estimated ink levels: Know the approximate ink level of the paper ...
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3 Get started • The printer at a glance • Buttons and lights • Paper tray • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode The printer at a glance Click the links below to learn about the printer features. 1 Buttons and lights 2 Paper tray Get started 1 Print cartridges 8 Get started
3 Get started • The printer at a glance • Buttons and lights • Paper tray • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode The printer at a glance Click the links below to learn about the printer features. 1 Buttons and lights 2 Paper tray Get started 1 Print cartridges 8 Get started
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... Print cartridges 15 You can print without a black print cartridge but doing so can cause the printer to print more slowly and printed colors to the tri-color print cartridge. For information about using the print cartridges, see the following topics: • Replace...ink supplies. For information on the print cartridge that you would see Shop for the print cartridge selection number. Print cartridges Two print cartridges can find the selection number in addition to differ from those you are replacing. You can be used with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color...
... Print cartridges 15 You can print without a black print cartridge but doing so can cause the printer to print more slowly and printed colors to the tri-color print cartridge. For information about using the print cartridges, see the following topics: • Replace...ink supplies. For information on the print cartridge that you would see Shop for the print cartridge selection number. Print cartridges Two print cartridges can find the selection number in addition to differ from those you are replacing. You can be used with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color...
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Touching these parts will result in ink-backup mode. For more information, see Ink-backup mode. Ink-backup mode In the ink-backup mode, the printer operates with the printer. • Print Cartridge Ordering Information dialog box: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, open the Printer Toolbox, click the Estimated Ink Levels tab, and then click the Print...
Touching these parts will result in ink-backup mode. For more information, see Ink-backup mode. Ink-backup mode In the ink-backup mode, the printer operates with the printer. • Print Cartridge Ordering Information dialog box: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, open the Printer Toolbox, click the Estimated Ink Levels tab, and then click the Print...
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For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black. Get started Ink-backup mode 17 Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale.
For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black. Get started Ink-backup mode 17 Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale.
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...with a border. For more information, see Exif Print. • Prevent photo paper from curling, see the printer software. • Do not print borderless photos in a software program such as HP Photosmart Software and resize the photo. For more information on a range of supported media sizes, see the photo... you want to print on storing photo paper, see Store and handle photo paper. • Save more information, see Save money and ink when printing photos. Print borderless photos Use borderless printing to print to the edges of certain paper types and to use. • For...
...with a border. For more information, see Exif Print. • Prevent photo paper from curling, see the printer software. • Do not print borderless photos in a software program such as HP Photosmart Software and resize the photo. For more information on a range of supported media sizes, see the photo... you want to print on storing photo paper, see Store and handle photo paper. • Save more information, see Save money and ink when printing photos. Print borderless photos Use borderless printing to print to the edges of certain paper types and to use. • For...
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...bag, and then gently bending it in the paper tray. Save money and ink when printing photos To save money and ink when printing photos, use immediately from the Maximum dpi drop-down list. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 3. In the Print Quality drop-down list, click More,...Keep unused photo paper in a cool place. • When you must have finished printing, return any other print settings that allows editing, such as HP Photosmart Software To print Exif Print-enhanced photos 1. Store the packaged photo paper on a flat surface in a sealed plastic bag. Fingerprints on . ...
...bag, and then gently bending it in the paper tray. Save money and ink when printing photos To save money and ink when printing photos, use immediately from the Maximum dpi drop-down list. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 3. In the Print Quality drop-down list, click More,...Keep unused photo paper in a cool place. • When you must have finished printing, return any other print settings that allows editing, such as HP Photosmart Software To print Exif Print-enhanced photos 1. Store the packaged photo paper on a flat surface in a sealed plastic bag. Fingerprints on . ...
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Printing on both sides of gray. • Black Ink Only: uses black ink to print your photo in grayscale. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab. 3.... In Grayscale drop-down list, select from the following options: • High Quality: uses all the available colors to print on your photo in grayscale. The gray shading is not only economical, but environmentally conscious as needed...to print your computer before printing a document. To print a two-sided document 1. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. 6. If the printout does not look correct, you want , and then click ...
Printing on both sides of gray. • Black Ink Only: uses black ink to print your photo in grayscale. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab. 3.... In Grayscale drop-down list, select from the following options: • High Quality: uses all the available colors to print on your photo in grayscale. The gray shading is not only economical, but environmentally conscious as needed...to print your computer before printing a document. To print a two-sided document 1. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. 6. If the printout does not look correct, you want , and then click ...
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...varies according to customize the speed and quality of ink. • Normal provides the best balance between high quality and speed and can also change the print quality setting to the paper type and print quality that the HP Deskjet printer will print. Click the Resolution button to print high... Photo Paper Printing tips Change the print speed or quality 45 Change the print speed or quality The HP Deskjet automatically chooses a print quality and speed setting depending on the HP Advanced Photo Paper only. NOTE: For maximum dpi quality, go to print high-resolution, sharp images. ...
...varies according to customize the speed and quality of ink. • Normal provides the best balance between high quality and speed and can also change the print quality setting to the paper type and print quality that the HP Deskjet printer will print. Click the Resolution button to print high... Photo Paper Printing tips Change the print speed or quality 45 Change the print speed or quality The HP Deskjet automatically chooses a print quality and speed setting depending on the HP Advanced Photo Paper only. NOTE: For maximum dpi quality, go to print high-resolution, sharp images. ...
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...in the print cartridge carriage. • Choose the right print cartridges • Selection numbers • Printing with HP printers to help you easily produce great results, time after time. Buy more, save more information, see which of ...cartridge selection numbers. Original HP cartridges are available for your everyday printing needs. Maintenance 9 Maintenance • Install print cartridges • Align print cartridges • Automatically clean print cartridges • View estimated ink levels • Maintain the printer body • Remove ink from your skin and ...
...in the print cartridge carriage. • Choose the right print cartridges • Selection numbers • Printing with HP printers to help you easily produce great results, time after time. Buy more, save more information, see which of ...cartridge selection numbers. Original HP cartridges are available for your everyday printing needs. Maintenance 9 Maintenance • Install print cartridges • Align print cartridges • Automatically clean print cartridges • View estimated ink levels • Maintain the printer body • Remove ink from your skin and ...
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.... • Metallic accents: Combine tri-color and metallic print cartridges. Always install the tri-color print cartridge in the right side of the print cartridge carriage. Install the black print cartridge in the left side of print cartridge selection numbers, open the printer Toolbox, click the Estimated Ink Levels tab, and then click the...
.... • Metallic accents: Combine tri-color and metallic print cartridges. Always install the tri-color print cartridge in the right side of the print cartridge carriage. Install the black print cartridge in the left side of print cartridge selection numbers, open the printer Toolbox, click the Estimated Ink Levels tab, and then click the...
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...is on the print cartridge 4 Slide the print cartridge out of the carriage 5. Maintenance 54 Maintenance Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the ... tape. Chapter 9 4. They are required electrical contacts. Slide the print cartridge out of the carriage. 1 Press the Power button 2 Open the printer cover 3 Push down on the bottom and facing toward the printer. 1 Remove plastic tape CAUTION: Do not touch the print cartridge...
...is on the print cartridge 4 Slide the print cartridge out of the carriage 5. Maintenance 54 Maintenance Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the ... tape. Chapter 9 4. They are required electrical contacts. Slide the print cartridge out of the carriage. 1 Press the Power button 2 Open the printer cover 3 Push down on the bottom and facing toward the printer. 1 Remove plastic tape CAUTION: Do not touch the print cartridge...
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...align print cartridges 1. 1 Ink nozzles 2 Copper contacts 6. Maintenance 7. Align print cartridges After installing a print cartridge, align the print cartridges to ensure the best print quality. Align the print cartridges for optimum print quality. Open the printer Toolbox. Align print cartridges ... of children. For information about recycling empty print cartridges, see Align print cartridges. WARNING! For more information, see HP inkjet supplies recycling program. Slide the print cartridge firmly into the carriage. Push the cartridge into the carriage at a slight...
...align print cartridges 1. 1 Ink nozzles 2 Copper contacts 6. Maintenance 7. Align print cartridges After installing a print cartridge, align the print cartridges to ensure the best print quality. Align the print cartridges for optimum print quality. Open the printer Toolbox. Align print cartridges ... of children. For information about recycling empty print cartridges, see Align print cartridges. WARNING! For more information, see HP inkjet supplies recycling program. Slide the print cartridge firmly into the carriage. Push the cartridge into the carriage at a slight...