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...'lock' symbol in specific circumstances where the implications are set, you will not able to load/unload paper or replace printheads/ink cartridges without first unlocking the front panel. Maximum 4 - Maximum 2 - Maximum 4 - Intermediate 3 - PIN needs to...the front panel. Moderate 1 - Intermediate 2 - Moderate 3 - Intermediate 4 - Minimum - Maximum 4 - Intermediate 3 - Moderate 2 - Minimum 2 - HP DesignJet Printers Security Settings Settings App Inks Entry Access Paper App Access Paper App Load Media Paper App Unload Media Paper App Change Paper Type Paper Widget -
...'lock' symbol in specific circumstances where the implications are set, you will not able to load/unload paper or replace printheads/ink cartridges without first unlocking the front panel. Maximum 4 - Maximum 2 - Maximum 4 - Intermediate 3 - PIN needs to...the front panel. Moderate 1 - Intermediate 2 - Moderate 3 - Intermediate 4 - Minimum - Maximum 4 - Intermediate 3 - Moderate 2 - Minimum 2 - HP DesignJet Printers Security Settings Settings App Inks Entry Access Paper App Access Paper App Load Media Paper App Unload Media Paper App Change Paper Type Paper Widget -
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...Turn the automatic cutter on and off ...33 Form feed with or without cutting ...33 6 Printing ...35 Mobile Printing ...36 Print with HP Click ...36 Printing from a computer using a printer driver (Windows only 36 7 Practical printing examples ...44 Print a draft for revision ...Print a presentation ...54 Print and scale from Microsoft Office ...57 8 Handling ink cartridges and printhead ...61 About the ink cartridges ...62 Storage of anonymous usage information ...62 Check ink cartridge status ...62 Replace an ink cartridge ...62 About the printhead ...64 9 Maintaining the printer ...65 Check ...
...Turn the automatic cutter on and off ...33 Form feed with or without cutting ...33 6 Printing ...35 Mobile Printing ...36 Print with HP Click ...36 Printing from a computer using a printer driver (Windows only 36 7 Practical printing examples ...44 Print a draft for revision ...Print a presentation ...54 Print and scale from Microsoft Office ...57 8 Handling ink cartridges and printhead ...61 About the ink cartridges ...62 Storage of anonymous usage information ...62 Check ink cartridge status ...62 Replace an ink cartridge ...62 About the printhead ...64 9 Maintaining the printer ...65 Check ...
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...are missing from the printed image ...100 If you still have a problem ...101 13 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues ...102 Cannot insert an ink cartridge ...103 Ink cartridge status messages ...103 Cannot insert the printhead ...103 14 Troubleshooting data communication issues ...104 ... access the Embedded Web Server ...113 Alerts ...113 16 Front-panel error messages ...114 17 HP Customer Care ...116 Introduction ...117 HP Professional Services ...117 Customer Self Repair ...118 Contact HP Support ...118 18 Printer specifications ...120 Functional specifications ...121 vi ENWW
...are missing from the printed image ...100 If you still have a problem ...101 13 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues ...102 Cannot insert an ink cartridge ...103 Ink cartridge status messages ...103 Cannot insert the printhead ...103 14 Troubleshooting data communication issues ...104 ... access the Embedded Web Server ...113 Alerts ...113 16 Front-panel error messages ...114 17 HP Customer Care ...116 Introduction ...117 HP Professional Services ...117 Customer Self Repair ...118 Contact HP Support ...118 18 Printer specifications ...120 Functional specifications ...121 vi ENWW
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...power cord. Introduction This chapter provides a brief introduction to touch the internal parts of the following cases: ● When placing your local HP Service Representative for new users. Contact your hands inside the printer ● If there is smoke or an unusual smell coming from being ...on page 25 ● Printing on page 35 ● Mobile Printing on page 36 ● Practical printing examples on page 44 ● Handling ink cartridges and printhead on page 61 ● Maintaining the printer on page 65 2 Chapter 1 Introduction ENWW Follow these precautions at all times: ...
...power cord. Introduction This chapter provides a brief introduction to touch the internal parts of the following cases: ● When placing your local HP Service Representative for new users. Contact your hands inside the printer ● If there is smoke or an unusual smell coming from being ...on page 25 ● Printing on page 35 ● Mobile Printing on page 36 ● Practical printing examples on page 44 ● Handling ink cartridges and printhead on page 61 ● Maintaining the printer on page 65 2 Chapter 1 Introduction ENWW Follow these precautions at all times: ...
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... part numbers for brevity. WARNING! Full name HP DesignJet T100 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T125 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T130 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T525 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T530 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T525 36-in Printer HP DesignJet T530 36-in minor personal injury or damage ... topics: ● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 81 ● Troubleshooting print-quality issues on page 91 ● Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues on page 102 ● Troubleshooting data communication issues on page 104 ● Troubleshooting general printer issues...
... part numbers for brevity. WARNING! Full name HP DesignJet T100 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T125 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T130 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T525 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T530 24-in Printer HP DesignJet T525 36-in Printer HP DesignJet T530 36-in minor personal injury or damage ... topics: ● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 81 ● Troubleshooting print-quality issues on page 91 ● Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues on page 102 ● Troubleshooting data communication issues on page 104 ● Troubleshooting general printer issues...
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... designed for printing economically ● Ink and paper usage information available from the Embedded Web Server, see Access the Embedded Web Server on page 20 ● Supplies information, troubleshooting, and firmware updates available from the HP Utility, see HP Support Center on page 20 ●...1200 dpi (T100), using the Best print-quality option, the Maximum Detail option and photo paper ● The printer can be controlled from its front panel or from a remote computer using the Embedded Web Server, HP DesignJet Utility*, or HP Click Printing Software (see http://www.hp.com/go/...
... designed for printing economically ● Ink and paper usage information available from the Embedded Web Server, see Access the Embedded Web Server on page 20 ● Supplies information, troubleshooting, and firmware updates available from the HP Utility, see HP Support Center on page 20 ●...1200 dpi (T100), using the Best print-quality option, the Maximum Detail option and photo paper ● The printer can be controlled from its front panel or from a remote computer using the Embedded Web Server, HP DesignJet Utility*, or HP Click Printing Software (see http://www.hp.com/go/...
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Top cover 3. Output platen 6. Ink cartridges 7. Front panel 9. Multi-sheet tray extenders 2. Output tray extenders 4. Ink cartridge cover 8. Printhead carriage 10. Bin 5. Printhead ENWW Main components 5 Main components Front view (T500 Printer Series) 1.
Top cover 3. Output platen 6. Ink cartridges 7. Front panel 9. Multi-sheet tray extenders 2. Output tray extenders 4. Ink cartridge cover 8. Printhead carriage 10. Bin 5. Printhead ENWW Main components 5 Main components Front view (T500 Printer Series) 1.
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...9679; Manage the printer from sleep mode and switches on the home screen: ● At the top left idle for Windows ● HP DesignJet Preview ● The Embedded Web Server allows you which paper source is active. ● Tap to view connectivity status information and to change...this guide. Home screen dynamic icons The following software is not possible to use wireless and wired network connections simultaneously. ● Tap to view ink information. ● Tap ● Tap ● Tap to perform network configuration. If a network cable is connected, is left of the front...
...9679; Manage the printer from sleep mode and switches on the home screen: ● At the top left idle for Windows ● HP DesignJet Preview ● The Embedded Web Server allows you which paper source is active. ● Tap to view connectivity status information and to change...this guide. Home screen dynamic icons The following software is not possible to use wireless and wired network connections simultaneously. ● Tap to view ink information. ● Tap ● Tap ● Tap to perform network configuration. If a network cable is connected, is left of the front...
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... Service Plugin from almost any device, including smartphones and tablet computers To take advantage of the ink cartridges, the printhead, and the paper ● Access the HP Support Center, see HP Support Center on page 117 ● Update the printer's firmware, see Firmware update on page 74 ... of the software provided with it already pre- For more information, see Mobile Printing on the front panel. ● Access the HP Support Center, see HP Support Center on page 117 ● Update the printer's firmware, see Firmware update on page 74 ● Perform alignments and troubleshooting...
... Service Plugin from almost any device, including smartphones and tablet computers To take advantage of the ink cartridges, the printhead, and the paper ● Access the HP Support Center, see HP Support Center on page 117 ● Update the printer's firmware, see Firmware update on page 74 ... of the software provided with it already pre- For more information, see Mobile Printing on the front panel. ● Access the HP Support Center, see HP Support Center on page 117 ● Update the printer's firmware, see Firmware update on page 74 ● Perform alignments and troubleshooting...
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... the paper right away due to the printhead maintenance, which runs in parallel. However, if the dry time is greater than recommended time to ensure ink is completely dry ● Optimized, to set a longer than zero, the printer does not cut roll paper while the automatic cutter is disabled, see ...without cutting on loading and unloading rolls. If strips or short prints are no pieces of the paper if it finishes printing CAUTION: If the ink is not dry when the print is zero, the printer cuts the paper and then performs the printhead maintenance. There are at least two ...
... the paper right away due to the printhead maintenance, which runs in parallel. However, if the dry time is greater than recommended time to ensure ink is completely dry ● Optimized, to set a longer than zero, the printer does not cut roll paper while the automatic cutter is disabled, see ...without cutting on loading and unloading rolls. If strips or short prints are no pieces of the paper if it finishes printing CAUTION: If the ink is not dry when the print is zero, the printer cuts the paper and then performs the printhead maintenance. There are at least two ...
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... only from the custom options (not from a computer using Standard Options, you will see a simple slider with which uses a lower rendering resolution and consumes less ink. If you are using a printer driver (Windows only) 37 There are recommended to satisfy all requirements. Advanced print settings The rest of this chapter explains...
... only from the custom options (not from a computer using Standard Options, you will see a simple slider with which uses a lower rendering resolution and consumes less ink. If you are using a printer driver (Windows only) 37 There are recommended to satisfy all requirements. Advanced print settings The rest of this chapter explains...
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... the ISO A4 paper size is loaded in the printer, select Use printer settings in the right bottom corner of the driver dialog. Use the HP Print Preview application: Check the Show preview before printing box, which may help you to fit the A2 paper. Click Print, then wait a few seconds... tab (depending on the driver version) and look at a certain size but tell the printer to rescale it is enlarged to avoid wasting paper and ink on a bad print. ● To preview a print under Windows, you can actually fit onto the sheet, otherwise the image will be clipped. you have selected...
... the ISO A4 paper size is loaded in the printer, select Use printer settings in the right bottom corner of the driver dialog. Use the HP Print Preview application: Check the Show preview before printing box, which may help you to fit the A2 paper. Click Print, then wait a few seconds... tab (depending on the driver version) and look at a certain size but tell the printer to rescale it is enlarged to avoid wasting paper and ink on a bad print. ● To preview a print under Windows, you can actually fit onto the sheet, otherwise the image will be clipped. you have selected...
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... box in slower printing with photo papers, but it does not increase the amount of ink used. The print preview is displayed by selecting the Maximum Detail option. Choose the HP Print Preview option from a computer using Economode, as follows. Select Custom Options or Advanced...options: - Use your application's print preview option. ● To preview a print under Windows), print sharpness may be improved by a separate HP Print Preview application. Use paper economically You may be able to save some roll paper by using a printer driver (Windows only) 41 ENWW ...
... box in slower printing with photo papers, but it does not increase the amount of ink used. The print preview is displayed by selecting the Maximum Detail option. Choose the HP Print Preview option from a computer using Economode, as follows. Select Custom Options or Advanced...options: - Use your application's print preview option. ● To preview a print under Windows), print sharpness may be improved by a separate HP Print Preview application. Use paper economically You may be able to save some roll paper by using a printer driver (Windows only) 41 ENWW ...
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... good results with advanced hardware and software features to ensure predictable and dependable color results: ● State-of-the-art HP printheads and HP inks ● Dedicated color resources for most available paper types Color management options The aim of color management is glossy, in which... case colored inks are used to compose the gray shades. The color management options for your printer and paper type. ● Printer-Managed...
... good results with advanced hardware and software features to ensure predictable and dependable color results: ● State-of-the-art HP printheads and HP inks ● Dedicated color resources for most available paper types Color management options The aim of color management is glossy, in which... case colored inks are used to compose the gray shades. The color management options for your printer and paper type. ● Printer-Managed...
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In this case, only black ink will be used for printing. ENWW Printing from a computer using a printer driver (Windows only) 43 The Print in pure black and white option is not supported when printing on glossy paper. want only black and white output with no gray shades.
In this case, only black ink will be used for printing. ENWW Printing from a computer using a printer driver (Windows only) 43 The Print in pure black and white option is not supported when printing on glossy paper. want only black and white output with no gray shades.
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8 Handling ink cartridges and printhead ● About the ink cartridges ● Storage of anonymous usage information ● Check ink cartridge status ● Replace an ink cartridge ● About the printhead ENWW 61
8 Handling ink cartridges and printhead ● About the ink cartridges ● Storage of anonymous usage information ● Check ink cartridge status ● Replace an ink cartridge ● About the printhead ENWW 61
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..., the frequency of the memory chips from ink cartridges returned to remove an ink cartridge while printing. 62 Chapter 8 Handling ink cartridges and printhead ENWW This does not prevent the cartridge from the HP Utility (Windows only): ● In the HP DesignJet Utility, go to the Supplies tab to identify... a customer or user of the ink cartridge status messages, see Accessories on page 103. For an explanation of the...
..., the frequency of the memory chips from ink cartridges returned to remove an ink cartridge while printing. 62 Chapter 8 Handling ink cartridges and printhead ENWW This does not prevent the cartridge from the HP Utility (Windows only): ● In the HP DesignJet Utility, go to the Supplies tab to identify... a customer or user of the ink cartridge status messages, see Accessories on page 103. For an explanation of the...
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ENWW Replace an ink cartridge 63 Open the ink cartridge cover on the left-hand side of ink, the current job is cancelled. 1. CAUTION: Remove an ink cartridge only if you are locked (the brake lever is on . 2. Wait until the carriage stops moving . 3. Make sure the printer is turned on a stand, make sure the printer wheels are ready to unlock it. 6. Remove the ink cartridge. Press the ink cartridge to insert another one. NOTE: When a cartridge runs out of the printer. 4. If your printer is pressed down) to prevent the printer from moving . 5.
ENWW Replace an ink cartridge 63 Open the ink cartridge cover on the left-hand side of ink, the current job is cancelled. 1. CAUTION: Remove an ink cartridge only if you are locked (the brake lever is on . 2. Wait until the carriage stops moving . 3. Make sure the printer is turned on a stand, make sure the printer wheels are ready to unlock it. 6. Remove the ink cartridge. Press the ink cartridge to insert another one. NOTE: When a cartridge runs out of the printer. 4. If your printer is pressed down) to prevent the printer from moving . 5.
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Insert the new ink cartridge. About the printhead The printhead, which is supplied installed in the printer, is an ESD-sensitive device (see the Glossary on page 125). Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. 64 Chapter 8 Handling ink cartridges and printhead ENWW CAUTION: Observe precautions when handling the printhead, because it is connected to the ink cartridges and jets ink onto the paper. Make sure that you insert the ink cartridge into the slot that has the same colored letter as the cartridge you are installing. 8. Close the ink cartridge cover. 7.
Insert the new ink cartridge. About the printhead The printhead, which is supplied installed in the printer, is an ESD-sensitive device (see the Glossary on page 125). Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. 64 Chapter 8 Handling ink cartridges and printhead ENWW CAUTION: Observe precautions when handling the printhead, because it is connected to the ink cartridges and jets ink onto the paper. Make sure that you insert the ink cartridge into the slot that has the same colored letter as the cartridge you are installing. 8. Close the ink cartridge cover. 7.
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... from clogging or alignment problems. To print the Print Quality Diagnostic Report: 1. WARNING! It takes about the loaded paper and the ink levels. Print Quality Diagnostic Report The Print Quality Diagnostic Report consists of two test patterns designed to highlight printhead reliability problems. It helps...Print diagnostic image. Check printer status You can check the current status of the printer in various ways: ● If you start the HP Utility (Windows only) and select your printer, and whether it suffers from the Embedded Web Server. Do not let water get information ...
... from clogging or alignment problems. To print the Print Quality Diagnostic Report: 1. WARNING! It takes about the loaded paper and the ink levels. Print Quality Diagnostic Report The Print Quality Diagnostic Report consists of two test patterns designed to highlight printhead reliability problems. It helps...Print diagnostic image. Check printer status You can check the current status of the printer in various ways: ● If you start the HP Utility (Windows only) and select your printer, and whether it suffers from the Embedded Web Server. Do not let water get information ...