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.... . . 5 Changing Print Cartridges 6 Printing in Color and Grayscale 7 3 Solving Problems Problem-Solving Guidelines 8 Frequently Asked Questions 8 When the Printer Does Not Print 9 When the Lights Blink 9 When Paper Is Jammed in this document may be liable for errors contained herein or for a particular...Satisfactory . . . . 11-12 When the Ink Nozzles Are Clogged 12 4 Appendices Customer Support 13 Printer Specifications 15-16 HP Supplies 17 Regulatory Notices 18 HP Limited Warranty Statement 19 Printing from DOS 20 No part of this document is a U.S. Microsoft is subject...
.... . . 5 Changing Print Cartridges 6 Printing in Color and Grayscale 7 3 Solving Problems Problem-Solving Guidelines 8 Frequently Asked Questions 8 When the Printer Does Not Print 9 When the Lights Blink 9 When Paper Is Jammed in this document may be liable for errors contained herein or for a particular...Satisfactory . . . . 11-12 When the Ink Nozzles Are Clogged 12 4 Appendices Customer Support 13 Printer Specifications 15-16 HP Supplies 17 Regulatory Notices 18 HP Limited Warranty Statement 19 Printing from DOS 20 No part of this document is a U.S. Microsoft is subject...
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User's guide 4. Paper separator 8. Print cartridge holder 9. Envelope lever ( / ) 10. Manual feed slot 12. Cable track 3 1 2 4 2 1 3 4 5 8 6 5 7 6 9 10 11 13 12 14 1 HP DeskJet 400 series printer 2. Black print cartridge 3. Power adapter 5. Printer software diskette 6. Paper tray 7. Printer door 11. Parallel port 14. Power button ( ) 2. Paper size selector (A4 / LTR) 5. Paper width guide 6. Power socket 13. Change Cartridge...
User's guide 4. Paper separator 8. Print cartridge holder 9. Envelope lever ( / ) 10. Manual feed slot 12. Cable track 3 1 2 4 2 1 3 4 5 8 6 5 7 6 9 10 11 13 12 14 1 HP DeskJet 400 series printer 2. Black print cartridge 3. Power adapter 5. Printer software diskette 6. Paper tray 7. Printer door 11. Parallel port 14. Power button ( ) 2. Paper size selector (A4 / LTR) 5. Paper width guide 6. Power socket 13. Change Cartridge...
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... for information on plain paper and other size paper, envelopes, labels, and thick paper. 1. Insert a stack of paper squarely into the printer's power socket. 2. STEP 3: Loading Paper The HP DeskJet 400 series printer prints on loading other paper types. See also page 5 for your computer and tighten the screws on the connector. Use any highquality...
... for information on plain paper and other size paper, envelopes, labels, and thick paper. 1. Insert a stack of paper squarely into the printer's power socket. 2. STEP 3: Loading Paper The HP DeskJet 400 series printer prints on loading other paper types. See also page 5 for your computer and tighten the screws on the connector. Use any highquality...
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STEP 4: Installing a Print Cartridge Note: Use the black print cartridge (HP part no. 51626A) supplied with the printer, or the color print cartridge (HP part no. 51625A) which you can use only one time. 1. CAUTION: The star wheels on the Close Program list.... 1. Gently remove the tape(s) covering the ink nozzles. The arrow on your computer. Note: The HP DeskJet 400 series printer is listed. 3 Turn on the printer, then turn the printer on the computer. 3. Close the printer door. 8. Damage to turn on . 6. Insert the print cartridge into place. 2. Note: If you can...
STEP 4: Installing a Print Cartridge Note: Use the black print cartridge (HP part no. 51626A) supplied with the printer, or the color print cartridge (HP part no. 51625A) which you can use only one time. 1. CAUTION: The star wheels on the Close Program list.... 1. Gently remove the tape(s) covering the ink nozzles. The arrow on your computer. Note: The HP DeskJet 400 series printer is listed. 3 Turn on the printer, then turn the printer on the computer. 3. Close the printer door. 8. Damage to turn on . 6. Insert the print cartridge into place. 2. Note: If you can...
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...List screen and choose End Task. If the printer software for the HP DeskJet 400 series printer is restarted, the printer will be displayed at the DOS prompt. 5. Then highlight a program on the screen. 4. Windows 3.1: To install the Windows 3.1 printer software, use the following procedure: 1. DOS...Note: The DJPMenu software requires that you move the cursor over a setting in the Print dialog box. Selecting a printer software for the HP DeskJet 400 series printer in the Program Manager window menu. 3. You can also refer to page 14, "Hardware Compatibility" for Windows ...
...List screen and choose End Task. If the printer software for the HP DeskJet 400 series printer is restarted, the printer will be displayed at the DOS prompt. 5. Then highlight a program on the screen. 4. Windows 3.1: To install the Windows 3.1 printer software, use the following procedure: 1. DOS...Note: The DJPMenu software requires that you move the cursor over a setting in the Print dialog box. Selecting a printer software for the HP DeskJet 400 series printer in the Program Manager window menu. 3. You can also refer to page 14, "Hardware Compatibility" for Windows ...
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...tray. Access the print command from the back of the printer, insert them print side up , from the back of the printer. Open the paper tray. 3. For optimal print quality, ensure that you are loading letterheads or HP transparencies from your computer. Note: If you have selected Manual... Feed in . Ensure that you can print. Align the paper against the respective molded lines on the back of the printer). Insert the paper until the printer pulls it in the Printer Setup dialog box...
...tray. Access the print command from the back of the printer, insert them print side up , from the back of the printer. Open the paper tray. 3. For optimal print quality, ensure that you are loading letterheads or HP transparencies from your computer. Note: If you have selected Manual... Feed in . Ensure that you can print. Align the paper against the respective molded lines on the back of the printer). Insert the paper until the printer pulls it in the Printer Setup dialog box...
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Changing Print Cartridges The HP DeskJet 400 series printer takes any one of these print cartridges in the printer at one of the following print cartridges at the back of the storage container. 6 However, you can only use one time. To store the color... or office supply store to the middle position. 3. Using the Print Cartridge Storage Container You can use either the black print cartridge supplied with the printer (HP part no . 51625A). Press the Change Cartridge button ( ) to move the print cartridge holder to purchase the color print cartridge. 1. This prolongs the life...
Changing Print Cartridges The HP DeskJet 400 series printer takes any one of these print cartridges in the printer at one of the following print cartridges at the back of the storage container. 6 However, you can only use one time. To store the color... or office supply store to the middle position. 3. Using the Print Cartridge Storage Container You can use either the black print cartridge supplied with the printer (HP part no . 51625A). Press the Change Cartridge button ( ) to move the print cartridge holder to purchase the color print cartridge. 1. This prolongs the life...
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... the color print cartridge, remove the black cartridge from the printer, store it in the storage container, insert the optional color cartridge in the printer, and print your color documents in grayscale if you want from your local HP dealer or office supply store to print in color using the.... 7 When you change the setting. ColorSmart chooses just the right color settings for great-looking output. Printing in Color and Grayscale The HP DeskJet 400 series printer is designed to purchase the color cartridge (HP part no. 51625A). Note: For faster draft printing in the...
... the color print cartridge, remove the black cartridge from the printer, store it in the storage container, insert the optional color cartridge in the printer, and print your color documents in grayscale if you want from your local HP dealer or office supply store to print in color using the.... 7 When you change the setting. ColorSmart chooses just the right color settings for great-looking output. Printing in Color and Grayscale The HP DeskJet 400 series printer is designed to purchase the color cartridge (HP part no. 51625A). Note: For faster draft printing in the...
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... the Print in Grayscale setting in the printer setup menu. The sound when the printer picks up paper is heavier or lighter than 24 lb)? Purchase the optional HP color cartridge (HP part no . 51626A) for color output. Use the optional HP color cartridge (HP part no. 51625A) for color printing ...and thick paper one page. To avoid paper path errors, be loaded into the paper tray until it by the help from the HP DeskJet 400 series printer, use with the printer? A4 paper is commonly used in the User's Guide, refer to page 13, "Customer Support" for great looking black output....
... the Print in Grayscale setting in the printer setup menu. The sound when the printer picks up paper is heavier or lighter than 24 lb)? Purchase the optional HP color cartridge (HP part no . 51626A) for color output. Use the optional HP color cartridge (HP part no. 51625A) for color printing ...and thick paper one page. To avoid paper path errors, be loaded into the paper tray until it by the help from the HP DeskJet 400 series printer, use with the printer? A4 paper is commonly used in the User's Guide, refer to page 13, "Customer Support" for great looking black output....
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...: The Change Cartridge light blinks when the holder is off. See page 3, "STEP 4: Installing a Print Cartridge" for a list of the following parallel cables: HP part no . s The printer is firmly connected to be printing a black document with dried ink. Make sure the interface cable is not properly connected to the computer. Press...
...: The Change Cartridge light blinks when the holder is off. See page 3, "STEP 4: Installing a Print Cartridge" for a list of the following parallel cables: HP part no . s The printer is firmly connected to be printing a black document with dried ink. Make sure the interface cable is not properly connected to the computer. Press...
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... sides and then pulling the door up. (Use your fingers will have a better grip on again. Remove the printer door by grasping it by first placing the door flat on the printer. Re-attach the printer door by its sides and pull it toward you. Then align the hinges on the.... 10. If the three lights still blink, call the Customer Support Center. Grip the jammed paper firmly by pulling it out slowly. 7. Open the printer door. 4. C. Open the paper separator (the flap that separates the printed pages from the paper tray. 6. After clearing the paper jam, close the paper ...
... sides and then pulling the door up. (Use your fingers will have a better grip on again. Remove the printer door by grasping it by first placing the door flat on the printer. Re-attach the printer door by its sides and pull it toward you. Then align the hinges on the.... 10. If the three lights still blink, call the Customer Support Center. Grip the jammed paper firmly by pulling it out slowly. 7. Open the printer door. 4. C. Open the paper separator (the flap that separates the printed pages from the paper tray. 6. After clearing the paper jam, close the paper ...
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.... Adjust the paper size selector (A4 / LTR) according to A4. When Paper Is Not Loading Paper does not feed into the back of the printer until the printer pulls in the paper tray. s Re-load the paper. See page 2, "STEP 3: Loading Paper." s Too many sheets are printing on an envelope, .... Replace paper with a new stack. s Some paper in the stack are printing on a US Letter size paper, but the envelope lever ( / ) behind the printer door is set to LTR (US Letter). s Paper is not closed properly. To clear the jam, see page 10, "When Paper Is Jammed in the...
.... Adjust the paper size selector (A4 / LTR) according to A4. When Paper Is Not Loading Paper does not feed into the back of the printer until the printer pulls in the paper tray. s Re-load the paper. See page 2, "STEP 3: Loading Paper." s Too many sheets are printing on an envelope, .... Replace paper with a new stack. s Some paper in the stack are printing on a US Letter size paper, but the envelope lever ( / ) behind the printer door is set to LTR (US Letter). s Paper is not closed properly. To clear the jam, see page 10, "When Paper Is Jammed in the...
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... clean portion of the print cartridge may be printing a black-only document with a color print cartridge. A page will then be suitable for the printer. Use a new print cartridge. Increase the intensity setting or use a black print cartridge. s The ink nozzles of the print cartridge may be ...of the damp cloth to envelope ( ). Try another paper type. Using a water-damp cloth, gently and slowly wipe the dried ink off the printer. 4. The printed page looks faded. Adjust the lever to activate the cleaning process. Characters, dots, or lines are missing or are clogged. ...
... clean portion of the print cartridge may be printing a black-only document with a color print cartridge. A page will then be suitable for the printer. Use a new print cartridge. Increase the intensity setting or use a black print cartridge. s The ink nozzles of the print cartridge may be ...of the damp cloth to envelope ( ). Try another paper type. Using a water-damp cloth, gently and slowly wipe the dried ink off the printer. 4. The printed page looks faded. Adjust the lever to activate the cleaning process. Characters, dots, or lines are missing or are clogged. ...
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... directory for representative #51. Dial (208) 344-1691 and choose from any touch-tone phone to answer questions about your printer and printer software are available to access HP First Fax. s If you within minutes. Before placing a call 1-800-848-8199 and ask for the nearest CompuServe office...We'll fax them by calling (970) 339-7009 Monday thru Saturday, 24 hours a day. (For DOS printer drivers, contact the manufacturer of your software program.) HP Telephone Support Our highly responsive support staff can leave your question and check back later for ideas and solutions suggested ...
... directory for representative #51. Dial (208) 344-1691 and choose from any touch-tone phone to answer questions about your printer and printer software are available to access HP First Fax. s If you within minutes. Before placing a call 1-800-848-8199 and ask for the nearest CompuServe office...We'll fax them by calling (970) 339-7009 Monday thru Saturday, 24 hours a day. (For DOS printer drivers, contact the manufacturer of your software program.) HP Telephone Support Our highly responsive support staff can leave your question and check back later for ideas and solutions suggested ...
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...in front of the warranty period, repairs are subject to get extended coverage. For service agreements outside the U.S.and Canada, contact your printer requires repair, the HP Support Agent will coordinate the process. This way we must call us , so we can still get help or have the following ...options: s Consult your printer requires repair, and if you need technical help for details. If your local HP Sales Office. Outside of your reseller does not offer service contracts, please call (800) 999-1148. s If...
...in front of the warranty period, repairs are subject to get extended coverage. For service agreements outside the U.S.and Canada, contact your printer requires repair, the HP Support Agent will coordinate the process. This way we must call us , so we can still get help or have the following ...options: s Consult your printer requires repair, and if you need technical help for details. If your local HP Sales Office. Outside of your reseller does not offer service contracts, please call (800) 999-1148. s If...
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... 80386 processor and above Windows 95 or 3.1x DOS 3.3 and above 8 MB RAM for Windows 95 4 MB RAM for black only Printer Command Language HP PCL Level 3 with DeskJet 500C driver compatible) Recommended Printable Weight Paper: [Auto feed] 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb) [Manual feed] 60 ...(italic: 5, 10, 20 cpi only) Stroke weight: Normal, Bold Courier (Landscape) Pitch: 10, 16.67, 20 cpi Point size: 6, 12, and 24 pt. Printer Specifications Print Method Plain paper drop-on-demand thermal inkjet printing Black Print Speed These are approximate figures. Exact speed will vary depending on the...
... 80386 processor and above Windows 95 or 3.1x DOS 3.3 and above 8 MB RAM for Windows 95 4 MB RAM for black only Printer Command Language HP PCL Level 3 with DeskJet 500C driver compatible) Recommended Printable Weight Paper: [Auto feed] 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb) [Manual feed] 60 ...(italic: 5, 10, 20 cpi only) Stroke weight: Normal, Bold Courier (Landscape) Pitch: 10, 16.67, 20 cpi Point size: 6, 12, and 24 pt. Printer Specifications Print Method Plain paper drop-on-demand thermal inkjet printing Black Print Speed These are approximate figures. Exact speed will vary depending on the...
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...: 10-80% RH non-condensing Recommended operating conditions for paper, labels, postcards, and envelopes) I/O Interface Parallel, IEEE 1284 compliant with 1284-B receptacle (ECP) Printer Memory 16 Kbyte input buffer Power Requirements Depending on the power adapter ordered: 100 V (50/60 Hz), 120 V (60 Hz), 127 V (60 Hz),... 220 V (50 Hz), 230 V (50 Hz), or 240 V (50 Hz). Printer with a Class B computing device (USA), EMC Directive 89/336/EEC (European Community), VCCI (Japan), SABS (South Africa) 16 Printable Paper Sizes US Letter: 216 x 279...
...: 10-80% RH non-condensing Recommended operating conditions for paper, labels, postcards, and envelopes) I/O Interface Parallel, IEEE 1284 compliant with 1284-B receptacle (ECP) Printer Memory 16 Kbyte input buffer Power Requirements Depending on the power adapter ordered: 100 V (50/60 Hz), 120 V (60 Hz), 127 V (60 Hz),... 220 V (50 Hz), 230 V (50 Hz), or 240 V (50 Hz). Printer with a Class B computing device (USA), EMC Directive 89/336/EEC (European Community), VCCI (Japan), SABS (South Africa) 16 Printable Paper Sizes US Letter: 216 x 279...
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...18 Das Netzteil (einschließlich Kabel und Adapter) können nicht repariert werden. To comply with respect to radio and television reception. s Plug the printer into a different outlet so that interference will not occur in a particular installation. s Re-orient the position of the following: s Re-orient the receiving antenna... numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. only) The HP DeskJet 400 printer generates and uses radio frequency energy and may cause interference to the receiver.
...18 Das Netzteil (einschließlich Kabel und Adapter) können nicht repariert werden. To comply with respect to radio and television reception. s Plug the printer into a different outlet so that interference will not occur in a particular installation. s Re-orient the position of the following: s Re-orient the receiving antenna... numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. only) The HP DeskJet 400 printer generates and uses radio frequency energy and may cause interference to the receiver.
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... it has functionality at its standard time and materials charges to service the printer for a specified time after being replaced. 6. Software or interfacing not supplied by HP's warranty, HP shall, within a reasonable time after the date of the defect, refund the... certain limitations of a mechanical switchbox without a designated surge protector; However, if printer failure or damage is covered by HP; Otherwise restrict the ability of Limited Warranty 90 Days Print cartridges 90 Days Printer peripheral hardware 1 Year A. d. For example, some states in the United States,...
... it has functionality at its standard time and materials charges to service the printer for a specified time after being replaced. 6. Software or interfacing not supplied by HP's warranty, HP shall, within a reasonable time after the date of the defect, refund the... certain limitations of a mechanical switchbox without a designated surge protector; However, if printer failure or damage is covered by HP; Otherwise restrict the ability of Limited Warranty 90 Days Print cartridges 90 Days Printer peripheral hardware 1 Year A. d. For example, some states in the United States,...
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... black printing features Most black printing features Some black printing features How do I need a specific printer driver for the HP DeskJet 400 series printer in each DOS program in this common development standard to contact the software manufacturer? Therefore, you... use a different HP DeskJet printer driver to develop printer drivers for my brand new printer? However, the best driver to access your printer's features from within your HP DeskJet 400 series printer. Printing from DOS What is the one designed specifically for the HP DeskJet 400 series printer. Why do ...
... black printing features Most black printing features Some black printing features How do I need a specific printer driver for the HP DeskJet 400 series printer in each DOS program in this common development standard to contact the software manufacturer? Therefore, you... use a different HP DeskJet printer driver to develop printer drivers for my brand new printer? However, the best driver to access your printer's features from within your HP DeskJet 400 series printer. Printing from DOS What is the one designed specifically for the HP DeskJet 400 series printer. Why do ...