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... statistics with the Embedded Web Server 117 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads About the ink cartridges ...120 Check the ink cartridges status ...120 Ink menu procedure ...120 HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer Utility (Mac OS) procedures 120 Remove an ink cartridge ...121 Insert an ink cartridge ...122 About the printheads ...123 Check the printhead status...
... statistics with the Embedded Web Server 117 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads About the ink cartridges ...120 Check the ink cartridges status ...120 Ink menu procedure ...120 HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer Utility (Mac OS) procedures 120 Remove an ink cartridge ...121 Insert an ink cartridge ...122 About the printheads ...123 Check the printhead status...
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... different colors ...169 White spots on the print ...169 Colors are inaccurate ...170 Color accuracy using EPS or PDF images in page layout applications 170 Colors are ... still have a problem ...175 16 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues Cannot insert an ink cartridge ...178 Ink cartridge status messages ...178 Cannot insert a printhead ...178...printer issues The printer does not print ...186 The printer seems slow ...186 The printer printed on undesirable paper 186 Communication failures between computer and printer 187 Cannot access HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer...
... different colors ...169 White spots on the print ...169 Colors are inaccurate ...170 Color accuracy using EPS or PDF images in page layout applications 170 Colors are ... still have a problem ...175 16 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues Cannot insert an ink cartridge ...178 Ink cartridge status messages ...178 Cannot insert a printhead ...178...printer issues The printer does not print ...186 The printer seems slow ...186 The printer printed on undesirable paper 186 Communication failures between computer and printer 187 Cannot access HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer...
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.... WARNING! Failure to follow the guidelines marked with these symbols. Glossary The Glossary on page 203 contains definitions of printing and HP terms used in serious personal injury or death. ENWW Using this manual to ensure the proper use of contents, there is an...on page 59 ● Color management on page 73 ● Practical printing examples on page 85 ● Job queue management on page 109 ● Retrieving printer usage information on page 115 ● Handling ink cartridges and printheads on page 119 ● Maintaining the printer on page 131 Troubleshooting These...
.... WARNING! Failure to follow the guidelines marked with these symbols. Glossary The Glossary on page 203 contains definitions of printing and HP terms used in serious personal injury or death. ENWW Using this manual to ensure the proper use of contents, there is an...on page 59 ● Color management on page 73 ● Practical printing examples on page 85 ● Job queue management on page 109 ● Retrieving printer usage information on page 115 ● Handling ink cartridges and printheads on page 119 ● Maintaining the printer on page 131 Troubleshooting These...
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Ink cartridge 2. Output tray 9. Window 5. Basket ENWW The printer's main components 5 Paper alignment lines 10. Front view Introduction 1. Printhead 8. Front panel 6. Ink cartridge slots 3. Blue lever 4. Printhead carriage 7.
Ink cartridge 2. Output tray 9. Window 5. Basket ENWW The printer's main components 5 Paper alignment lines 10. Front view Introduction 1. Printhead 8. Front panel 6. Ink cartridge slots 3. Blue lever 4. Printhead carriage 7.
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... and unloading paper ● Displays helpful animations to guide you through procedures ● Displays up-to-date information about the status of the printer such as, the ink cartridges, the printheads, the paper, and the print jobs ● Displays warning and error messages, when appropriate, along with audio alerts to call attention...
... and unloading paper ● Displays helpful animations to guide you through procedures ● Displays up-to-date information about the status of the printer such as, the ink cartridges, the printheads, the paper, and the print jobs ● Displays warning and error messages, when appropriate, along with audio alerts to call attention...
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...is in the front-panel display, first highlight it and then press the OK key. If the LED light is solid green, the printer is blinking amber, the printer needs attention. 9. To highlight an item in a menu or option, or to increase a value, for example when configuring the front...-panel display contrast or the IP address. 6. Direct access keys: ● First key : View ink levels, see Check the ink cartridges status on page 120 ...
...is in the front-panel display, first highlight it and then press the OK key. If the LED light is solid green, the printer is blinking amber, the printer needs attention. 9. To highlight an item in a menu or option, or to increase a value, for example when configuring the front...-panel display contrast or the IP address. 6. Direct access keys: ● First key : View ink levels, see Check the ink cartridges status on page 120 ...
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...HP Designjet T1100ps only ● The PCL3 raster driver for T1100 ● The HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer Utility (Mac OS), see Access HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer Utility (Mac OS) on page 29, allows you to: ● Manage the job queue, see Job queue management on page 109 ● Manage the printer including color with the HP Color... Center ● Access the HP Knowledge Center ● View the status of the ink cartridges, the printheads, and the paper ● View job...
...HP Designjet T1100ps only ● The PCL3 raster driver for T1100 ● The HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer Utility (Mac OS), see Access HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer Utility (Mac OS) on page 29, allows you to: ● Manage the job queue, see Job queue management on page 109 ● Manage the printer including color with the HP Color... Center ● Access the HP Knowledge Center ● View the status of the ink cartridges, the printheads, and the paper ● View job...
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Ink and printheads 11 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 119
Ink and printheads 11 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 119
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... is under Supply Status > Cartridges. ● In HP Printer Utility (Mac OS), select Information > Printer Status. 120 Chapter 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW To get more information on your ink cartridges, press the View ink level key on the front panel. The front panel displays: ● Color ● Product name ● Product number ● Serial...
... is under Supply Status > Cartridges. ● In HP Printer Utility (Mac OS), select Information > Printer Status. 120 Chapter 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW To get more information on your ink cartridges, press the View ink level key on the front panel. The front panel displays: ● Color ● Product name ● Product number ● Serial...
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... to the main menu and select the Ink menu icon ink cartridges. , then Replace 2. Open the ink cartridge cover on the left -hand side of the printer. CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are on the left -hand side. 3. ENWW Remove an ink cartridge 121 All six inks, gray, photo black, matte black, yellow, magenta...
... to the main menu and select the Ink menu icon ink cartridges. , then Replace 2. Open the ink cartridge cover on the left -hand side of the printer. CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are on the left -hand side. 3. ENWW Remove an ink cartridge 121 All six inks, gray, photo black, matte black, yellow, magenta...
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... ink cartridge into the printer, as there may be ink on the cartridge label. 3. Insert an ink cartridge 1. NOTE: Avoid storing partially used ink cartridges. 5. NOTE: Avoid touching the end of the cartridge that the... letter or letters (in these illustrations, M for magenta) marking the empty slot, matches the letter or letters on the connection. Unwrap the new ink cartridge, find the label identifying the ink color. Ink and printheads 4. Pull the cartridge...
... ink cartridge into the printer, as there may be ink on the cartridge label. 3. Insert an ink cartridge 1. NOTE: Avoid storing partially used ink cartridges. 5. NOTE: Avoid touching the end of the cartridge that the... letter or letters (in these illustrations, M for magenta) marking the empty slot, matches the letter or letters on the connection. Unwrap the new ink cartridge, find the label identifying the ink color. Ink and printheads 4. Pull the cartridge...
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...devices (see the Glossary on page 178. 5. Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. If you have difficulty, see confirmation that all cartridges have been correctly inserted, press the OK key on the front panel. CAUTION: Observe precautions when handling printheads because they are connected to... the ink cartridges and jet ink onto the paper. You should hear a beep and see Cannot insert an ink cartridge on page 203). Ink and printheads 4. Push the cartridge into the slot until it snaps into position.
...devices (see the Glossary on page 178. 5. Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. If you have difficulty, see confirmation that all cartridges have been correctly inserted, press the OK key on the front panel. CAUTION: Observe precautions when handling printheads because they are connected to... the ink cartridges and jet ink onto the paper. You should hear a beep and see Cannot insert an ink cartridge on page 203). Ink and printheads 4. Push the cartridge into the slot until it snaps into position.
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...cartridges and printheads ENWW For an explanation of the printhead status messages, see Front-panel error messages on page 191 ● Volume of ink it has used ● Warranty status You can also get more information on your computer by using HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer... Utility (Mac OS). Remove a printhead CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are locked (the brake lever is pressed down) to the main menu and select the Ink menu icon information. , then Printhead 2. The front panel displays: ● Colors ● Product name ● ...
...cartridges and printheads ENWW For an explanation of the printhead status messages, see Front-panel error messages on page 191 ● Volume of ink it has used ● Warranty status You can also get more information on your computer by using HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer... Utility (Mac OS). Remove a printhead CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are locked (the brake lever is pressed down) to the main menu and select the Ink menu icon information. , then Printhead 2. The front panel displays: ● Colors ● Product name ● ...
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Push the handle back to disengage the printhead. 126 Chapter 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW To remove a printhead, lift up the blue handle. 9. Using the blue handle, use steady force to raise the lid. 7. Ink and printheads 6. This gives you access to the printheads. 8.
Push the handle back to disengage the printhead. 126 Chapter 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW To remove a printhead, lift up the blue handle. 9. Using the blue handle, use steady force to raise the lid. 7. Ink and printheads 6. This gives you access to the printheads. 8.
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CAUTION: When installing the new printhead there may be installed, and close the carriage lid. 128 Chapter 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW If you insert it down firmly but smoothly. It may be some resistance, so you need to press it . 4. Insert all other ...
CAUTION: When installing the new printhead there may be installed, and close the carriage lid. 128 Chapter 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW If you insert it down firmly but smoothly. It may be some resistance, so you need to press it . 4. Insert all other ...
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Ink and printheads 130 Chapter 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
Ink and printheads 130 Chapter 11 Handling ink cartridges and printheads ENWW
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Maintaining the printer 12 Maintaining the printer ● Check printer status ● Clean the exterior of the printer ● Replace the cutter ● Maintain the ink cartridges ● Move or store the printer ● Update the firmware ● Update the software ● Printer maintenance kits ● Secure Disk Erase ENWW 131
Maintaining the printer 12 Maintaining the printer ● Check printer status ● Clean the exterior of the printer ● Replace the cutter ● Maintain the ink cartridges ● Move or store the printer ● Update the firmware ● Update the software ● Printer maintenance kits ● Secure Disk Erase ENWW 131
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...it . You can check the current status of the printer in various ways: ● If you start HP Easy Printer Care under Windows or HP Printer Utility under Mac OS, and select your printer, you see a page of information describing the status of the printer and its paper and ink supplies. ● If ... View ink levels key ● 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 Clean the outside of the printer and all other parts of the...
...it . You can check the current status of the printer in various ways: ● If you start HP Easy Printer Care under Windows or HP Printer Utility under Mac OS, and select your printer, you see a page of information describing the status of the printer and its paper and ink supplies. ● If ... View ink levels key ● 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 Clean the outside of the printer and all other parts of the...
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Remove the left -hand side of the printer. 6. ENWW Replace the cutter 133 Maintaining the printer 4. Press the button behind the ink cartridges to release the cover of the left-hand end of the printer. 5. Lift the ink cartridge cover on the left end cover.
Remove the left -hand side of the printer. 6. ENWW Replace the cutter 133 Maintaining the printer 4. Press the button behind the ink cartridges to release the cover of the left-hand end of the printer. 5. Lift the ink cartridge cover on the left end cover.
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Close the ink cartridge cover. 14. Look at the front panel and follow its instructions if there is any problem. 136 Chapter 12 Maintaining the printer ENWW The printer checks that the cutter has been correctly installed. 11. Maintaining the printer 12. Put the left end cover back on . Fit the cutter stop onto the end of the cutter rail, holding it there with one hand while you tighten the screw with the holes in your other hand. At the front panel, turn the printer back on the printer, aligning the protrusions with the screwdriver in the printer. 13.
Close the ink cartridge cover. 14. Look at the front panel and follow its instructions if there is any problem. 136 Chapter 12 Maintaining the printer ENWW The printer checks that the cutter has been correctly installed. 11. Maintaining the printer 12. Put the left end cover back on . Fit the cutter stop onto the end of the cutter rail, holding it there with one hand while you tighten the screw with the holes in your other hand. At the front panel, turn the printer back on the printer, aligning the protrusions with the screwdriver in the printer. 13.