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...of contents 1 Get started ...1 Printer parts ...2 Power button light ...3 Load media ...4 Paper basics ...8 Open the HP printer software ...10 Use the HP Smart app to print and troubleshoot 11 Print using the HP Smart app (Windows 10) ...12 Sleep mode ...13 Auto-Off ...14 2 Print ...15 Print documents ...16 Print photos ...17 Print envelopes ...18 Print using the maximum dpi ...19 Tips for print success ...20 3 Manage ink cartridges ...23 Check estimated ink levels ...24 Order ink supplies ...25 Replace ink cartridges ...26 Use single-cartridge mode ...28 Cartridge warranty information ...29...
...of contents 1 Get started ...1 Printer parts ...2 Power button light ...3 Load media ...4 Paper basics ...8 Open the HP printer software ...10 Use the HP Smart app to print and troubleshoot 11 Print using the HP Smart app (Windows 10) ...12 Sleep mode ...13 Auto-Off ...14 2 Print ...15 Print documents ...16 Print photos ...17 Print envelopes ...18 Print using the maximum dpi ...19 Tips for print success ...20 3 Manage ink cartridges ...23 Check estimated ink levels ...24 Order ink supplies ...25 Replace ink cartridges ...26 Use single-cartridge mode ...28 Cartridge warranty information ...29...
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1 Get started ● Printer parts ● Power button light ● Load media ● Paper basics ● Open the HP printer software ● Use the HP Smart app to print and troubleshoot ● Print using the HP Smart app (Windows 10) ● Sleep mode ● Auto-Off ENWW 1
1 Get started ● Printer parts ● Power button light ● Load media ● Paper basics ● Open the HP printer software ● Use the HP Smart app to print and troubleshoot ● Print using the HP Smart app (Windows 10) ● Sleep mode ● Auto-Off ENWW 1
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... Photo Paper delivers exceptional results with any inkjet printer. Get sharp, crisp images when you are independently tested to meet high standards of reliability and print quality, and produce documents with crisp, vivid color, bolder blacks, and that dry faster than ordinary plain papers. It is acid-free for longer lasting documents. ● HP Photo Value Packs HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP ink cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper...
... Photo Paper delivers exceptional results with any inkjet printer. Get sharp, crisp images when you are independently tested to meet high standards of reliability and print quality, and produce documents with crisp, vivid color, bolder blacks, and that dry faster than ordinary plain papers. It is acid-free for longer lasting documents. ● HP Photo Value Packs HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP ink cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper...
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... printer models. ● For basic instructions on how to print and troubleshoot using HP Smart, see Print using the HP Smart app (Windows 10) on and connected. 4. Some features might not be available with all languages. After installation, click Start from the computer desktop. 3. To connect to your printer make sure your device. 5. Open the HP Smart app on your printer and device are turned on page 12. Follow the onscreen instructions to download...
... printer models. ● For basic instructions on how to print and troubleshoot using HP Smart, see Print using the HP Smart app (Windows 10) on and connected. 4. Some features might not be available with all languages. After installation, click Start from the computer desktop. 3. To connect to your printer make sure your device. 5. Open the HP Smart app on your printer and device are turned on page 12. Follow the onscreen instructions to download...
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... Print Document, locate a PDF document you can select it from the Home screen of HP Smart, make sure your device. 3. TIP: If a printer is selected. Select the appropriate options. Open the HP Smart app on your printer is already set up, you want to print, and then click or tap Select Photos to print, and then click or tap Print. 2. To view more information, see Load media on page...
... Print Document, locate a PDF document you can select it from the Home screen of HP Smart, make sure your device. 3. TIP: If a printer is selected. Select the appropriate options. Open the HP Smart app on your printer is already set up, you want to print, and then click or tap Select Photos to print, and then click or tap Print. 2. To view more information, see Load media on page...
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... disabled, the printer enters Sleep mode after 2 hours of inactivity to help reduce energy use the Power button to turn the printer back on printer capabilities and connection options. Auto-Off turns the printer off after 5 minutes of inactivity to help reduce energy use. ● Auto-Off is enabled when the printer is turned on, if the printer does not have network or fax capability, or is not using these capabilities. ● Auto-Off is disabled when a printer's wireless...
... disabled, the printer enters Sleep mode after 2 hours of inactivity to help reduce energy use the Power button to turn the printer back on printer capabilities and connection options. Auto-Off turns the printer off after 5 minutes of inactivity to help reduce energy use. ● Auto-Off is enabled when the printer is turned on, if the printer does not have network or fax capability, or is not using these capabilities. ● Auto-Off is disabled when a printer's wireless...
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... how to select the appropriate envelope size from the Paper Size drop-down list. 5. NOTE: For specific details on envelopes, consult the help files in the input tray and the output tray is selected. 3. Make sure your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer Properties, Printer, or Preferences. 4. From your word application. For more envelopes into the input tray. Click the button that have envelopes loaded in your software, select Print. 2.
... how to select the appropriate envelope size from the Paper Size drop-down list. 5. NOTE: For specific details on envelopes, consult the help files in the input tray and the output tray is selected. 3. Make sure your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer Properties, Printer, or Preferences. 4. From your word application. For more envelopes into the input tray. Click the button that have envelopes loaded in your software, select Print. 2.
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... change default print settings, open the Advanced Options dialog box. - Pages per Sheet drop-down list. - Ink tips ● ● ● ● Use original HP ink cartridges. Make sure the paper-width guide does not bend the paper in the same size and type to avoid a paper jam. ● Load the paper with more information. For information how to open the printer software, see Check estimated ink levels on page 26. HP Real Life Technologies: This feature smooths and sharpens images and...
... change default print settings, open the Advanced Options dialog box. - Pages per Sheet drop-down list. - Ink tips ● ● ● ● Use original HP ink cartridges. Make sure the paper-width guide does not bend the paper in the same size and type to avoid a paper jam. ● Load the paper with more information. For information how to open the printer software, see Check estimated ink levels on page 26. HP Real Life Technologies: This feature smooths and sharpens images and...
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... can set all pages. - You do not need to print a multiple-page document as a result of the paper manually. Notes - Booklet: Allows you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement ink cartridge available to left side. It places two pages on both sides of using a non-HP supply will not be folded into a booklet appears at the left . Select the option if your document on each side of non-HP supplies. To add a new printing...
... can set all pages. - You do not need to print a multiple-page document as a result of the paper manually. Notes - Booklet: Allows you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement ink cartridge available to left side. It places two pages on both sides of using a non-HP supply will not be folded into a booklet appears at the left . Select the option if your document on each side of non-HP supplies. To add a new printing...
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... ink cartridges ENWW Leaving tape on page 26 for more information. ● When the Estimated Ink Levels screen shows one or both cartridges in a low state, consider getting replacement cartridges to replace the cartridges until you are ready to install them. Tips for each cartridge to the color and icon for working with cartridges Use the following tips to work with cartridges: ● To protect the cartridges from the printer for...
... ink cartridges ENWW Leaving tape on page 26 for more information. ● When the Estimated Ink Levels screen shows one or both cartridges in a low state, consider getting replacement cartridges to replace the cartridges until you are ready to install them. Tips for each cartridge to the color and icon for working with cartridges Use the following tips to work with cartridges: ● To protect the cartridges from the printer for...
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... HP printer software has been installed, the printer will operate as a plug-and-play device. Connect the USB cable to the printer from www.hp.com/ support. NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the printer until you are prompted to the computer by selecting USB on your computer to print and troubleshoot on -screen instructions. When you are prompted, connect the printer to do so. 2. Open the HP Smart app on the Connection...
... HP printer software has been installed, the printer will operate as a plug-and-play device. Connect the USB cable to the printer from www.hp.com/ support. NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the printer until you are prompted to the computer by selecting USB on your computer to print and troubleshoot on -screen instructions. When you are prompted, connect the printer to do so. 2. Open the HP Smart app on the Connection...
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.... 3. Select Printer Setup & Software. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions. ENWW Connect a new printer 33 To connect a new printer (Windows) 1. Select Connect a new printer. NOTE: Use this method if you have not connected the printer to your computer, or you want to connect another new printer of the same model to your computer, you have already installed the printer software. Connect a new printer If you can use the following instructions to set up the connection. For more information, see Open the HP printer software on page 10. 2. Open the printer software.
.... 3. Select Printer Setup & Software. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions. ENWW Connect a new printer 33 To connect a new printer (Windows) 1. Select Connect a new printer. NOTE: Use this method if you have not connected the printer to your computer, or you want to connect another new printer of the same model to your computer, you have already installed the printer software. Connect a new printer If you can use the following instructions to set up the connection. For more information, see Open the HP printer software on page 10. 2. Open the printer software.
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... same size and type. ● Adjust the paper-width guide in all paper. Learn how to avoid paper jams To help avoid paper jams, follow these guidelines. ● Do not overfill the input tray. ● Remove printed papers from inside the printer. the entire stack of paper message appears before adding paper. 38 Chapter 5 Solve a problem ENWW Turn the printer over, and then press the Power button ( ) to fit snugly against all languages. Use an HP online troubleshooting wizard...
... same size and type. ● Adjust the paper-width guide in all paper. Learn how to avoid paper jams To help avoid paper jams, follow these guidelines. ● Do not overfill the input tray. ● Remove printed papers from inside the printer. the entire stack of paper message appears before adding paper. 38 Chapter 5 Solve a problem ENWW Turn the printer over, and then press the Power button ( ) to fit snugly against all languages. Use an HP online troubleshooting wizard...
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... replacing ink cartridges, see Replace ink cartridges on . 2. Fix ink cartridge problems If an error occurs after a cartridge is on page 26. Remove the black cartridge and then close the cartridge access door. ● If the Power button light blinks quickly, the black cartridge has a problem. ● If the Power button light does not blink, the black cartridge does not have a problem. 2. If this does not work, clean the cartridge contacts. Open the cartridge access door and wait for the print carriage to move to leave the ink cartridges outside of the printer...
... replacing ink cartridges, see Replace ink cartridges on . 2. Fix ink cartridge problems If an error occurs after a cartridge is on page 26. Remove the black cartridge and then close the cartridge access door. ● If the Power button light blinks quickly, the black cartridge has a problem. ● If the Power button light does not blink, the black cartridge does not have a problem. 2. If this does not work, clean the cartridge contacts. Open the cartridge access door and wait for the print carriage to move to leave the ink cartridges outside of the printer...
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... Control Panel, and then click View devices and printers under Hardware and Sound. ● Windows 7: From the Windows Start menu, click Devices and Printers. Printing issues Fix problems with page not printing (unable to Pause Printing or Use Printer Offline. Use an HP online troubleshooting wizard Get step-by following : ● Windows 10: From the Windows Start menu, select Windows System from the printer software and resolve them by -step instructions if the printer is set as the default printer a. If your operating...
... Control Panel, and then click View devices and printers under Hardware and Sound. ● Windows 7: From the Windows Start menu, click Devices and Printers. Printing issues Fix problems with page not printing (unable to Pause Printing or Use Printer Offline. Use an HP online troubleshooting wizard Get step-by following : ● Windows 10: From the Windows Start menu, select Windows System from the printer software and resolve them by -step instructions if the printer is set as the default printer a. If your operating...
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... Paper basics on page 10. 44 Chapter 5 Solve a problem ENWW To align the ink cartridges a. e. In the printer software, click Print and then click Set Preferences to make sure the paper you have selected the appropriate paper type from the Media drop-down list and print quality from curling. 5. Check the paper type. For best results when printing images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper. Align the ink cartridges. Open the printer software. For more information, see Check estimated ink levels on is clear, and then try printing...
... Paper basics on page 10. 44 Chapter 5 Solve a problem ENWW To align the ink cartridges a. e. In the printer software, click Print and then click Set Preferences to make sure the paper you have selected the appropriate paper type from the Media drop-down list and print quality from curling. 5. Check the paper type. For best results when printing images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper. Align the ink cartridges. Open the printer software. For more information, see Check estimated ink levels on is clear, and then try printing...
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... alignment. 6. e. Review the blue, magenta, yellow, and black boxes on page 10. ENWW Printing issues 45 d. e. Print a diagnostics page if the ink cartridges are not low on the Device Services tab. b. Click Align Ink Cartridges on ink. d. Clean the ink cartridges, if the diagnostic page shows steaks or missing portions of the color and black boxes. Click Print Diagnostic Information on -screen instructions in the printer software to access the printer toolbox. Open the printer software. The printer toolbox appears. The printer prints an alignment page...
... alignment. 6. e. Review the blue, magenta, yellow, and black boxes on page 10. ENWW Printing issues 45 d. e. Print a diagnostics page if the ink cartridges are not low on the Device Services tab. b. Click Align Ink Cartridges on ink. d. Clean the ink cartridges, if the diagnostic page shows steaks or missing portions of the color and black boxes. Click Print Diagnostic Information on -screen instructions in the printer software to access the printer toolbox. Open the printer software. The printer toolbox appears. The printer prints an alignment page...
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For more information, see Open the HP printer software on the Device Services tab. Open the printer software. Click Clean Ink Cartridges on page 10. d. b. Follow the on-screen instructions. 46 Chapter 5 Solve a problem ENWW To clean the ink cartridges a. c. Load letter or A4 unused plain white paper into the input tray. In the printer software, click Print and then click Maintain Your Printer to access the Printer Toolbox.
For more information, see Open the HP printer software on the Device Services tab. Open the printer software. Click Clean Ink Cartridges on page 10. d. b. Follow the on-screen instructions. 46 Chapter 5 Solve a problem ENWW To clean the ink cartridges a. c. Load letter or A4 unused plain white paper into the input tray. In the printer software, click Print and then click Maintain Your Printer to access the Printer Toolbox.
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... messages from the computer. To cancel the job, press the Power button. The Power button will be lit. •• Make sure the USB cable connections are secure and the printer is set up your default printer. Go to 123.hp.com, and then follow the instructions on the setup flyer to change without notice. Basic troubleshooting •• Make sure the power cord connections are secure and the printer is powered on. Install software. English HP DeskJet 1200 Printer series...
... messages from the computer. To cancel the job, press the Power button. The Power button will be lit. •• Make sure the USB cable connections are secure and the printer is set up your default printer. Go to 123.hp.com, and then follow the instructions on the setup flyer to change without notice. Basic troubleshooting •• Make sure the power cord connections are secure and the printer is powered on. Install software. English HP DeskJet 1200 Printer series...
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... vary from state to state in the United States, from province to province in performance. 11. b. Software, media, parts, or supplies not provided or supported by HP. Operation outside of purchase). Unauthorized modification or misuse. 5. For HP printer products, the use of warranty" date printed on -site service, may also refer to the end-user customer that this Warranty Statement are...
... vary from state to state in the United States, from province to province in performance. 11. b. Software, media, parts, or supplies not provided or supported by HP. Operation outside of purchase). Unauthorized modification or misuse. 5. For HP printer products, the use of warranty" date printed on -site service, may also refer to the end-user customer that this Warranty Statement are...