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... • Job queue management • Retrieving printer usage information • Handling ink cartridges and printheads • Maintaining the printer • Accessories • Troubleshooting paper issues • Troubleshooting print quality issues •...; Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues • Troubleshooting general printer issues • Front-panel error messages • HP Customer Care • Printer specifications • Legal information Further information is...
... • Job queue management • Retrieving printer usage information • Handling ink cartridges and printheads • Maintaining the printer • Accessories • Troubleshooting paper issues • Troubleshooting print quality issues •...; Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues • Troubleshooting general printer issues • Front-panel error messages • HP Customer Care • Printer specifications • Legal information Further information is...
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... series only) ...109 Turn off the job queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 109 Select when to print a job in the queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 109 Identify a job in the queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 110 Prioritize a job in...T770 HD and T1200 series only 111 11 Retrieving printer usage information Get printer accounting information 114 Check printer usage statistics ...114 Check ink and paper usage for a job 114 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads About the ink cartridges ...118 Check the ink cartridges status ...118 Remove an ink cartridge ...118 Insert an ink cartridge...
... series only) ...109 Turn off the job queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 109 Select when to print a job in the queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 109 Identify a job in the queue (T770 HD and T1200 series only 110 Prioritize a job in...T770 HD and T1200 series only 111 11 Retrieving printer usage information Get printer accounting information 114 Check printer usage statistics ...114 Check ink and paper usage for a job 114 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads About the ink cartridges ...118 Check the ink cartridges status ...118 Remove an ink cartridge ...118 Insert an ink cartridge...
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... Check printer status ...130 Clean the exterior of the printer ...130 Maintain the ink cartridges ...130 Move or store the printer ...130 Update the firmware ...131 Update the software ...132 Printer maintenance kits ...132 Secure Disk Erase (T770 HD and T1200 series only 132 14 Accessories How to order supplies and accessories... are inaccurate ...161 The whole image is blurry or grainy 161 The paper is not flat ...162 The print is scuffed or scratched ...162 Ink marks on the paper ...163 Black ink comes off when you touch the print 164 Edges of objects are stepped or not sharp 164 vi ENWW
... Check printer status ...130 Clean the exterior of the printer ...130 Maintain the ink cartridges ...130 Move or store the printer ...130 Update the firmware ...131 Update the software ...132 Printer maintenance kits ...132 Secure Disk Erase (T770 HD and T1200 series only 132 14 Accessories How to order supplies and accessories... are inaccurate ...161 The whole image is blurry or grainy 161 The paper is not flat ...162 The print is scuffed or scratched ...162 Ink marks on the paper ...163 Black ink comes off when you touch the print 164 Edges of objects are stepped or not sharp 164 vi ENWW
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... objects are missing 167 The Image Diagnostics Print ...168 If you still have a problem ...170 17 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues Cannot insert an ink cartridge ...172 Ink cartridge status messages ...172 Cannot insert a printhead ...172 The front-panel display recommends reseating or replacing a printhead ...printer does not print ...180 The printer seems slow ...181 Communication failures between computer and printer 181 Cannot access the HP Utility ...182 Cannot access the Embedded Web Server 182 Automatic file system check ...182 An AutoCAD 2000 memory allocation error...
... objects are missing 167 The Image Diagnostics Print ...168 If you still have a problem ...170 17 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues Cannot insert an ink cartridge ...172 Ink cartridge status messages ...172 Cannot insert a printhead ...172 The front-panel display recommends reseating or replacing a printhead ...printer does not print ...180 The printer seems slow ...181 Communication failures between computer and printer 181 Cannot access the HP Utility ...182 Cannot access the Embedded Web Server 182 Automatic file system check ...182 An AutoCAD 2000 memory allocation error...
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...include the following topics. ● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 143 ● Troubleshooting print-quality issues on page 155 ● Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues on page 171 ● Troubleshooting general printer issues on page 179 ● Front-panel error messages on page 185 ...Accessories, support and specifications These chapters, Accessories on page 135, HP Customer Care on page 187 and Printer specifications on page 209 contains definitions of printing and HP terms used in this manual to ensure the proper use of contents, there is ...
...include the following topics. ● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 143 ● Troubleshooting print-quality issues on page 155 ● Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues on page 171 ● Troubleshooting general printer issues on page 179 ● Front-panel error messages on page 185 ...Accessories, support and specifications These chapters, Accessories on page 135, HP Customer Care on page 187 and Printer specifications on page 209 contains definitions of printing and HP terms used in this manual to ensure the proper use of contents, there is ...
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Ink cartridge 2. Blue lever 4. Window 5. Printhead 8. Output tray 9. Front view 1. Front panel 6. Basket ENWW The printer's main components 5 Paper alignment lines 10. Ink cartridge slots 3. Printhead carriage 7. Introduction The printer's main components The following front and rear views of the printer illustrate the main components.
Ink cartridge 2. Blue lever 4. Window 5. Printhead 8. Output tray 9. Front view 1. Front panel 6. Basket ENWW The printer's main components 5 Paper alignment lines 10. Ink cartridge slots 3. Printhead carriage 7. Introduction The printer's main components The following front and rear views of the printer illustrate the main components.
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... and the print jobs ● Displays warning and error messages, when appropriate, along with the four direct-access keys: 1. This can see Check the ink cartridges status on using your printer. 6. Displays errors, warnings and information on page 118. 2. Back key - To go to the previous step in a ...decrease a value, for instance, when you are overridden by settings in the printer drivers, see Feed and cut the paper on page 11 HP Designjet T1200 series HP Designjet T770 series The front panel has the following important functions: ● Assists you in the center.
... and the print jobs ● Displays warning and error messages, when appropriate, along with the four direct-access keys: 1. This can see Check the ink cartridges status on using your printer. 6. Displays errors, warnings and information on page 118. 2. Back key - To go to the previous step in a ...decrease a value, for instance, when you are overridden by settings in the printer drivers, see Feed and cut the paper on page 11 HP Designjet T1200 series HP Designjet T770 series The front panel has the following important functions: ● Assists you in the center.
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...increase a value, for Windows and Mac OS (T770 PS and T1200 PS) ● The HP Utility, see Access the HP Utility on page 29, allows you to: ◦ Manage the printer including color with the HP Color Center ◦ View the status of the ink cartridges, the printheads and the paper ◦ Access ...the HP Knowledge Center, see Knowledge Center on page 188 ◦ Update the printer's firmware, see Update the ...
...increase a value, for Windows and Mac OS (T770 PS and T1200 PS) ● The HP Utility, see Access the HP Utility on page 29, allows you to: ◦ Manage the printer including color with the HP Color Center ◦ View the status of the ink cartridges, the printheads and the paper ◦ Access ...the HP Knowledge Center, see Knowledge Center on page 188 ◦ Update the printer's firmware, see Update the ...
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... will automatically switch to the other. ● Check that are making. We recommend the following settings, depending on page 22). ● Check the ink levels remaining in your ink cartridges. ● When you have paper wide enough to Optimal. ● Select the Setup menu icon , then Printing preferences > Paper options > Roll switching options...
... will automatically switch to the other. ● Check that are making. We recommend the following settings, depending on page 22). ● Check the ink levels remaining in your ink cartridges. ● When you have paper wide enough to Optimal. ● Select the Setup menu icon , then Printing preferences > Paper options > Roll switching options...
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Ink and printheads 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ● About the ink cartridges ● Check the ink cartridges status ● Remove an ink cartridge ● Insert an ink cartridge ● About the printheads ● Check the printhead status ● Remove a printhead ● Insert a printhead ENWW 117
Ink and printheads 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ● About the ink cartridges ● Check the ink cartridges status ● Remove an ink cartridge ● Insert an ink cartridge ● About the printheads ● Check the printhead status ● Remove a printhead ● Insert a printhead ENWW 117
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... Ink cartridge status messages on page 209). Remove an ink cartridge There are two occasions when you need to continue printing. 118 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW Ink and printheads About the ink cartridges Ink cartridges store the ink and are connected to the printheads, which distribute the ink on which you can use the front panel ink menu or the HP...
... Ink cartridge status messages on page 209). Remove an ink cartridge There are two occasions when you need to continue printing. 118 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW Ink and printheads About the ink cartridges Ink cartridges store the ink and are connected to the printheads, which distribute the ink on which you can use the front panel ink menu or the HP...
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.... 1. ENWW Remove an ink cartridge 119 From the front panel, select the Ink menu icon , then Replace ink cartridges. 2. CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are ready to prevent the printer from moving. If there is pressed down) to insert another one. Grip the cartridge you cancel it manually,... it will resume printing when the empty cartridge has been replaced. Ink and printheads CAUTION: Do not try to remove. CAUTION: Remove an ink cartridge only if you are locked (the brake lever is a ...
.... 1. ENWW Remove an ink cartridge 119 From the front panel, select the Ink menu icon , then Replace ink cartridges. 2. CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are ready to prevent the printer from moving. If there is pressed down) to insert another one. Grip the cartridge you cancel it manually,... it will resume printing when the empty cartridge has been replaced. Ink and printheads CAUTION: Do not try to remove. CAUTION: Remove an ink cartridge only if you are locked (the brake lever is a ...
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.... 2. Pull the cartridge straight up. Unwrap the new ink cartridge, find the label identifying the ink color. NOTE: Avoid storing partially used ink cartridges. 5. The front-panel display identifies the missing ink cartridge. Insert the ink cartridge into the printer, as there may be ink on the cartridge label. 3. Before removing the cartridge from its slot. 120 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW...
.... 2. Pull the cartridge straight up. Unwrap the new ink cartridge, find the label identifying the ink color. NOTE: Avoid storing partially used ink cartridges. 5. The front-panel display identifies the missing ink cartridge. Insert the ink cartridge into the printer, as there may be ink on the cartridge label. 3. Before removing the cartridge from its slot. 120 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW...
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If you want information. 3. Follow the steps below to the ink cartridges and jet ink onto the paper. From the front panel, select the Ink menu icon , then Printhead information. 2. 4. Push the cartridge into the slot until it snaps into position. Check the printhead status The printer automatically checks and services the printheads after each print...
If you want information. 3. Follow the steps below to the ink cartridges and jet ink onto the paper. From the front panel, select the Ink menu icon , then Printhead information. 2. 4. Push the cartridge into the slot until it snaps into position. Check the printhead status The printer automatically checks and services the printheads after each print...
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.... 122 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW When the carriage has stopped moving . For an explanation of the printhead status messages, see Front-panel error messages on page 185 ● Volume of the warranty implications. CAUTION: Printhead replacement must be performed with your computer by using the HP Utility. From the...
.... 122 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW When the carriage has stopped moving . For an explanation of the printhead status messages, see Front-panel error messages on page 185 ● Volume of the warranty implications. CAUTION: Printhead replacement must be performed with your computer by using the HP Utility. From the...
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CAUTION: Do not pull abruptly because this can damage the printhead. 11. Pull the blue handle upward until the printhead is released from the carriage. To remove a printhead, lift up the blue handle. 9. The front-panel display identifies the missing printhead. 124 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW Using the blue handle, use steady force to disengage the printhead. 10. Ink and printheads 8.
CAUTION: Do not pull abruptly because this can damage the printhead. 11. Pull the blue handle upward until the printhead is released from the carriage. To remove a printhead, lift up the blue handle. 9. The front-panel display identifies the missing printhead. 124 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW Using the blue handle, use steady force to disengage the printhead. 10. Ink and printheads 8.
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CAUTION: When installing the new printhead there may be installed, and close the carriage lid. 6. Ensure the end of the carriage. 126 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW If you need to press it down as indicated by the arrow shown below. You should hear a beep and see confirmation on ... difficulty, see Cannot insert a printhead on the near side of the blue handle catches the wire loop on page 172. 5. Push down firmly but smoothly. Ink and printheads 4. Insert all other printheads that the printhead has been inserted.
CAUTION: When installing the new printhead there may be installed, and close the carriage lid. 6. Ensure the end of the carriage. 126 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW If you need to press it down as indicated by the arrow shown below. You should hear a beep and see confirmation on ... difficulty, see Cannot insert a printhead on the near side of the blue handle catches the wire loop on page 172. 5. Push down firmly but smoothly. Ink and printheads 4. Insert all other printheads that the printhead has been inserted.
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Ink and printheads 128 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
Ink and printheads 128 Chapter 12 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
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13 Maintaining the printer ● Check printer status ● Clean the exterior of the printer ● Maintain the ink cartridges ● Move or store the printer ● Update the firmware ● Update the software ● Printer maintenance kits ● Secure Disk Erase (T770 HD and T1200 series only) Printer maintenance ENWW 129
13 Maintaining the printer ● Check printer status ● Clean the exterior of the printer ● Maintain the ink cartridges ● Move or store the printer ● Update the firmware ● Update the software ● Printer maintenance kits ● Secure Disk Erase (T770 HD and T1200 series only) Printer maintenance ENWW 129
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... that you regularly touch as part of normal operation with the View ink levels key or ◦ The ink cartridges, by selecting the Ink menu icon and then Ink cartridge information ◦ The printheads, by selecting the Ink menu icon and then Printhead information Clean the exterior of the printer ... its expiration date. Do not remove the ink cartridges or printheads. 2. Printer maintenance Check printer status You can check the current status of the printer in various ways: ● If you start the HP Utility and select your printer, you see a page of information describing the ...
... that you regularly touch as part of normal operation with the View ink levels key or ◦ The ink cartridges, by selecting the Ink menu icon and then Ink cartridge information ◦ The printheads, by selecting the Ink menu icon and then Printhead information Clean the exterior of the printer ... its expiration date. Do not remove the ink cartridges or printheads. 2. Printer maintenance Check printer status You can check the current status of the printer in various ways: ● If you start the HP Utility and select your printer, you see a page of information describing the ...