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...which prepares the device and cartridges for printing, and in the paper tray. 9. Minimum system requirements For information on your documents. To access the Readme file, click Start > All Programs > HP > Deskjet D2500 series > Readme. Turn off the printer. 4. Reconnect the printer power cord to the right..., and then pull out the door. Ink usage Note: Ink from the back of the printer, raise the printer cover, remove the paper jam from ...
...which prepares the device and cartridges for printing, and in the paper tray. 9. Minimum system requirements For information on your documents. To access the Readme file, click Start > All Programs > HP > Deskjet D2500 series > Readme. Turn off the printer. 4. Reconnect the printer power cord to the right..., and then pull out the door. Ink usage Note: Ink from the back of the printer, raise the printer cover, remove the paper jam from ...
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... provided in this Warranty Statement is attributable to the use of a consumer (e.g., the United Kingdom); For HP printer products, the use of a non-HP or refilled cartridge or an expired ink cartridge, HP will find below the name and address of the HP entity responsible for the duration specified above will be interrupted or error free. 3. If...
... provided in this Warranty Statement is attributable to the use of a consumer (e.g., the United Kingdom); For HP printer products, the use of a non-HP or refilled cartridge or an expired ink cartridge, HP will find below the name and address of the HP entity responsible for the duration specified above will be interrupted or error free. 3. If...
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... paper tray...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...
... paper tray...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...
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...Printing with one print cartridge 53 Installation instructions...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... 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?
...Printing with one print cartridge 53 Installation instructions...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... 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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... the following...71 Unable to print...71 If the printer still does not print 77 Document prints slowly...77 Print cartridge problems...78 Resolving print cartridge error messages 78 Print cartridge carriage is stalled 81 Paper problems...84 Paper jam...84 Out of paper...86 Printer prints on multiple sheets at once 90 Photos do...
... the following...71 Unable to print...71 If the printer still does not print 77 Document prints slowly...77 Print cartridge problems...78 Resolving print cartridge error messages 78 Print cartridge carriage is stalled 81 Paper problems...84 Paper jam...84 Out of paper...86 Printer prints on multiple sheets at once 90 Photos do...
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Contents 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 ...Class B) compliance statement for users in Japan 113 Notice to users in Japan about the power cord 113 Toxic and hazardous substance table 113 HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series declaration of conformity 114 Index...115 4
Contents 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 ...Class B) compliance statement for users in Japan 113 Notice to users in Japan about the power cord 113 Toxic and hazardous substance table 113 HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series declaration of conformity 114 Index...115 4
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... how to locate information. Find out how to the HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series Help. Order supplies for print cartridges, view how much ink is left to install and care for the printer. 1 Welcome Welcome to contact HP support. Learn how to use two-sided printing. Welcome... Welcome Section Special features Get started Connect the printer Print photos Print other specifications for ink supplies Printer specifications Description Learn about some features may not be available. Find a solution to make the HP Deskjet the default printer, set the page order, print multiple pages ...
... how to locate information. Find out how to the HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series Help. Order supplies for print cartridges, view how much ink is left to install and care for the printer. 1 Welcome Welcome to contact HP support. Learn how to use two-sided printing. Welcome... Welcome Section Special features Get started Connect the printer Print photos Print other specifications for ink supplies Printer specifications Description Learn about some features may not be available. Find a solution to make the HP Deskjet the default printer, set the page order, print multiple pages ...
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... 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. Special features Special features 7 The HP Deskjet is equipped with one print cartridge. 2 Special features Congratulations!
... 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. Special features Special features 7 The HP Deskjet is equipped with one print cartridge. 2 Special features Congratulations!
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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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The printer lights give you visual cues about the status of the printer. 1 Power button and light 2 Cancel button 3 Resume button and light 4 Print Cartridge Status lights Buttons and lights 9 Get started 1 USB port Buttons and lights Use the printer buttons to turn the printer on and off, cancel a print job, and restart a job.
The printer lights give you visual cues about the status of the printer. 1 Power button and light 2 Cancel button 3 Resume button and light 4 Print Cartridge Status lights Buttons and lights 9 Get started 1 USB port Buttons and lights Use the printer buttons to turn the printer on and off, cancel a print job, and restart a job.
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... started 1 Selection number label Print cartridges 15 Print cartridges Two print cartridges can cause the printer to print more slowly and printed colors to the tri-color print cartridge. For better results, install a black print cartridge in three places: • Selection...cartridges, see the following topics: • Replace print cartridges Replace print cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for ink supplies. You can print without a black print cartridge but doing so can be used with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color print cartridge NOTE: Your printer...
... started 1 Selection number label Print cartridges 15 Print cartridges Two print cartridges can cause the printer to print more slowly and printed colors to the tri-color print cartridge. For better results, install a black print cartridge in three places: • Selection...cartridges, see the following topics: • Replace print cartridges Replace print cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for ink supplies. You can print without a black print cartridge but doing so can be used with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color print cartridge NOTE: Your printer...
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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 Cartridge Information button. The printer can operate in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections...
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 Cartridge Information button. The printer can operate in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections...
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Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. Get started Ink-backup mode 17 Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black.
Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. Get started Ink-backup mode 17 Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black.
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...some features may not be available. For more information, see Ink-backup mode. • Open the file in a software program such as HP Photosmart Software and resize the photo. For information about preventing photo paper from curling for great photos everytime. For more information, see Save money... tasks • Print an Exif Print-formatted photo if you are using is flat. 5 Print photos The printer software offers several features that you have two print cartridges installed in ink-backup mode. Learn how to the edges of paper sizes. For more information, see Store ...
...some features may not be available. For more information, see Ink-backup mode. • Open the file in a software program such as HP Photosmart Software and resize the photo. For information about preventing photo paper from curling for great photos everytime. For more information, see Save money... tasks • Print an Exif Print-formatted photo if you are using is flat. 5 Print photos The printer software offers several features that you have two print cartridges installed in ink-backup mode. Learn how to the edges of paper sizes. For more information, see Store ...
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..., announcements, reports, and even photos with one print cartridge • Installation instructions Choose the right print cartridges HP recommends that you use the same cartridge selection numbers. NOTE: Standard and value choices use original HP print cartridges. For more with HP printers to family photos and holiday greetings. Original HP cartridges are available for frequent printing: You print a lot-from...
..., announcements, reports, and even photos with one print cartridge • Installation instructions Choose the right print cartridges HP recommends that you use the same cartridge selection numbers. NOTE: Standard and value choices use original HP print cartridges. For more with HP printers to family photos and holiday greetings. Original HP cartridges are available for frequent printing: You print a lot-from...
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... number label: Look at the label on the print cartridge. Open the printer cover. NOTE: Metallic print cartridges are replacing. Push down on the print cartridge that came with the printer. • Print Cartridge Information dialog box: For a list of the print cartridge carriage. Choose cartridge combinations for the print cartridge selection number. You can operate with one print...
... number label: Look at the label on the print cartridge. Open the printer cover. NOTE: Metallic print cartridges are replacing. Push down on the print cartridge that came with the printer. • Print Cartridge Information dialog box: For a list of the print cartridge carriage. Choose cartridge combinations for the print cartridge selection number. You can operate with one print...
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.... Do not remove the copper strips. Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strip is on the print cartridge 4 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...
.... Do not remove the copper strips. Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strip is on the print cartridge 4 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...
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... recycling empty print cartridges, see HP inkjet supplies recycling program. For information about storing print cartridges, see Align print cartridges. Push the cartridge into the carriage at a slight upward angle until you feel resistance. Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. Open the printer Toolbox. Align the print cartridges for optimum print...
... recycling empty print cartridges, see HP inkjet supplies recycling program. For information about storing print cartridges, see Align print cartridges. Push the cartridge into the carriage at a slight upward angle until you feel resistance. Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. Open the printer Toolbox. Align the print cartridges for optimum print...
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Maintenance Chapter 9 3. Click Align, and then follow the onscreen instructions. The HP Deskjet prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the printer. If the print cartridges are not low on ink or might be low on ink, clean the print cartridges automatically. Click Clean, and then follow the onscreen instructions. For more information, see www...
Maintenance Chapter 9 3. Click Align, and then follow the onscreen instructions. The HP Deskjet prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the printer. If the print cartridges are not low on ink or might be low on ink, clean the print cartridges automatically. Click Clean, and then follow the onscreen instructions. For more information, see www...
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...debris can accumulate on printed pages. If the HP Deskjet is normal when the carriage moves back and forth. Maintenance Maintain the printer body Because the HP Deskjet ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist, ink smudges will not stick to the print cartridge Be careful not to get ink on your ...hands or clothing as you are having a problem with an abrasive soap. Turn off the HP Deskjet, and then ...
...debris can accumulate on printed pages. If the HP Deskjet is normal when the carriage moves back and forth. Maintenance Maintain the printer body Because the HP Deskjet ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist, ink smudges will not stick to the print cartridge Be careful not to get ink on your ...hands or clothing as you are having a problem with an abrasive soap. Turn off the HP Deskjet, and then ...