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... the language of the HP Printer Utility 20 Change the language of the Embedded Web Server 20 Change the sleep mode setting ...20 Turn the buzzer on and off ...20 Change the front-panel display contrast 21 Change the units of measurement ...21 Configure network settings ...21 4 Paper handling General advice ...23...
... the language of the HP Printer Utility 20 Change the language of the Embedded Web Server 20 Change the sleep mode setting ...20 Turn the buzzer on and off ...20 Change the front-panel display contrast 21 Change the units of measurement ...21 Configure network settings ...21 4 Paper handling General advice ...23...
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...no margins ...49 Reprint an old job ...49 Rotate an image ...50 Autorotate ...51 Print with crop lines ...51 Print on sheet paper ...51 Use paper economically ...51 Use ink economically ...52 6 Color management What is color? ...54 The problem: color in the computer world 54 The ...solution: color management ...56 Color and your printer ...58 HP Embedded Spectrophotometer 58 A summary of the color management process 59 Color calibration ...60 Check ...
...no margins ...49 Reprint an old job ...49 Rotate an image ...50 Autorotate ...51 Print with crop lines ...51 Print on sheet paper ...51 Use paper economically ...51 Use ink economically ...52 6 Color management What is color? ...54 The problem: color in the computer world 54 The ...solution: color management ...56 Color and your printer ...58 HP Embedded Spectrophotometer 58 A summary of the color management process 59 Color calibration ...60 Check ...
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...79 Check printer usage statistics ...79 Printer statistics with the HP Printer Utility 79 Printer statistics with the Embedded Web Server 79 Check ink and paper usage for a job 79 Ink and paper statistics with the HP Printer Utility 79 Printer statistics with the Embedded Web Server ...Secure Disk Erase ...99 10 Accessories How to order supplies and accessories 102 Order ink supplies ...102 Order paper ...103 Non-recommended paper types 108 Order accessories ...108 Introduction to the accessories ...109 Stand ...109 HP Advanced Profiling Solution 109 Key features ...109 11 Troubleshooting...
...79 Check printer usage statistics ...79 Printer statistics with the HP Printer Utility 79 Printer statistics with the Embedded Web Server 79 Check ink and paper usage for a job 79 Ink and paper statistics with the HP Printer Utility 79 Printer statistics with the Embedded Web Server ...Secure Disk Erase ...99 10 Accessories How to order supplies and accessories 102 Order ink supplies ...102 Order paper ...103 Non-recommended paper types 108 Order accessories ...108 Introduction to the accessories ...109 Stand ...109 HP Advanced Profiling Solution 109 Key features ...109 11 Troubleshooting...
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... ...115 Prints do not fall neatly into the basket 117 The sheet stays in the printer when the print has been completed 117 The paper is cut when the print has been completed 117 The cutter does not cut well ...117 The roll is loose on the spindle ...118... A strip stays on the output tray and generates jams 118 Recalibrate the paper advance ...118 Recalibrating the paper advance procedure 119 Return to default calibration 119 12 Troubleshooting print-quality issues General advice ...121 Print quality troubleshooting wizard 121 Horizontal lines...
... ...115 Prints do not fall neatly into the basket 117 The sheet stays in the printer when the print has been completed 117 The paper is cut when the print has been completed 117 The cutter does not cut well ...117 The roll is loose on the spindle ...118... A strip stays on the output tray and generates jams 118 Recalibrate the paper advance ...118 Recalibrating the paper advance procedure 119 Return to default calibration 119 12 Troubleshooting print-quality issues General advice ...121 Print quality troubleshooting wizard 121 Horizontal lines...
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...procedures and include the following topics. ● Installing the software on page 9 ● Personalizing the printer on page 17 ● Paper handling on page 22 ● Printing on page 42 ● Color management on page 53 ● Retrieving printer usage information on...and specifications These chapters contain reference information, including HP customer care, the specifications of the printer and the part numbers of paper types, ink supplies and accessories. Warnings and Cautions The following topics. ● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 111 ● Troubleshooting print-...
...procedures and include the following topics. ● Installing the software on page 9 ● Personalizing the printer on page 17 ● Paper handling on page 22 ● Printing on page 42 ● Color management on page 53 ● Retrieving printer usage information on...and specifications These chapters contain reference information, including HP customer care, the specifications of the printer and the part numbers of paper types, ink supplies and accessories. Warnings and Cautions The following topics. ● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 111 ● Troubleshooting print-...
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...is a color inkjet printer designed for consistent and accurate color, even with paper and environment changes, and easy creation of paper presets, see HP Embedded Spectrophotometer on page 58 ● Ink and paper usage information available from the Web from the Embedded Web Server, see Access...dpi input, using the Best print-quality option, the Maximum Detail option and photo paper ● The HP Printer Utility, see Access the HP Printer Utility on matte fine art papers and glossy photo papers for photographic and graphic arts prints and complete coverage of the printer illustrate the main...
...is a color inkjet printer designed for consistent and accurate color, even with paper and environment changes, and easy creation of paper presets, see HP Embedded Spectrophotometer on page 58 ● Ink and paper usage information available from the Web from the Embedded Web Server, see Access...dpi input, using the Best print-quality option, the Maximum Detail option and photo paper ● The HP Printer Utility, see Access the HP Printer Utility on matte fine art papers and glossy photo papers for photographic and graphic arts prints and complete coverage of the printer illustrate the main...
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Ink cartridge 2. Basket Rear view 1. Spindle 2. Spindle holders 3. Blue lever 4. Sockets for communication cables and optional accessories ENWW The printer's main components 5 Printhead carriage 7. Front view Introduction 1. Transparent window 5. Quick Reference Guide holder 4. Printhead 8. Front panel 6. Ink cartridge slots 3. Output tray 9. Paper alignment lines 10.
Ink cartridge 2. Basket Rear view 1. Spindle 2. Spindle holders 3. Blue lever 4. Sockets for communication cables and optional accessories ENWW The printer's main components 5 Printhead carriage 7. Front view Introduction 1. Transparent window 5. Quick Reference Guide holder 4. Printhead 8. Front panel 6. Ink cartridge slots 3. Output tray 9. Paper alignment lines 10.
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...upper level, or leave the option in troubleshooting issues ● Is used to perform certain procedures, 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 to a warning or message ...center. Direct access keys: ● First key: View ink levels, see Check ink cartridge status on page 82 ● Second key: View loaded paper, see Installing the software on the main menu it will display the status screen. 3. To confirm an action while in 7. To select a value when...
...upper level, or leave the option in troubleshooting issues ● Is used to perform certain procedures, 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 to a warning or message ...center. Direct access keys: ● First key: View ink levels, see Check ink cartridge status on page 82 ● Second key: View loaded paper, see Installing the software on the main menu it will display the status screen. 3. To confirm an action while in 7. To select a value when...
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...and information on page 19 The printer's internal prints The internal prints give various kinds of the ink cartridges, the printheads and the paper ◦ View job accounting information, see Retrieving printer usage information on page 78 ◦ Update the printer's firmware, see Update the... firmware on page 98 ◦ Access the HP Knowledge Center ◦ Change various printer settings (in the Settings tab) ◦ Perform calibrations and troubleshooting ● The Embedded Web Server ...
...and information on page 19 The printer's internal prints The internal prints give various kinds of the ink cartridges, the printheads and the paper ◦ View job accounting information, see Retrieving printer usage information on page 78 ◦ Update the printer's firmware, see Update the... firmware on page 98 ◦ Access the HP Knowledge Center ◦ Change various printer settings (in the Settings tab) ◦ Perform calibrations and troubleshooting ● The Embedded Web Server ...
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... ● Configuration: shows all the current front-panel display settings ● Usage report: shows estimates of the total number of prints, number of prints by paper type, number of prints by print-quality option and total amount of ink used per color (the accuracy of these estimates is not guaranteed) ●...
... ● Configuration: shows all the current front-panel display settings ● Usage report: shows estimates of the total number of prints, number of prints by paper type, number of prints by print-quality option and total amount of ink used per color (the accuracy of these estimates is not guaranteed) ●...
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... to find any computer, but will not be able to receive information from the printer-which affects printer alerts, printer status reports, paper management, printer administration and troubleshooting. ● Any other people sharing your directly connected printer will be unable to use the printer's...its URL, IP address or MAC address. Do not connect the computer to a computer (Windows) 11 Printer sharing considerations ● The HP Printer Utility must first install the printer driver software on the network. ENWW Connect directly to the printer yet. See Preview a print on ...
... to find any computer, but will not be able to receive information from the printer-which affects printer alerts, printer status reports, paper management, printer administration and troubleshooting. ● Any other people sharing your directly connected printer will be unable to use the printer's...its URL, IP address or MAC address. Do not connect the computer to a computer (Windows) 11 Printer sharing considerations ● The HP Printer Utility must first install the printer driver software on the network. ENWW Connect directly to the printer yet. See Preview a print on ...
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...there are two ways of deleting the print queue: ◦ from the printer-which affects printer alerts, printer status reports, paper management, printer administration and troubleshooting. Insert the HP Start-Up Kit CD into your desktop. 2. To delete the print queue: ● Under Mac OS X 10.5: from...over a network is now connected. See Connect to the network. Open the CD icon on your CD drive. 2. Open the Mac OS X HP Designjet Installer icon. 4. Select the name of the printer and click the Delete icon. 16 Chapter 2 Installing the software ENWW button. ◦ ...
...there are two ways of deleting the print queue: ◦ from the printer-which affects printer alerts, printer status reports, paper management, printer administration and troubleshooting. Insert the HP Start-Up Kit CD into your desktop. 2. To delete the print queue: ● Under Mac OS X 10.5: from...over a network is now connected. See Connect to the network. Open the CD icon on your CD drive. 2. Open the Mac OS X HP Designjet Installer icon. 4. Select the name of the printer and click the Delete icon. 16 Chapter 2 Installing the software ENWW button. ◦ ...
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4 Paper handling ● General advice ● Load a roll onto the spindle ● Load a roll into the printer ● Unload a roll ● Load a single sheet ● Unload a single sheet ● View information about the paper ● Paper presets ● Print on loaded paper ● Move the paper ● Maintain the paper ● Change the drying time ● Turn the automatic cutter on and off ● Feed and cut the paper Paper handling 22 Chapter 4 Paper handling ENWW
4 Paper handling ● General advice ● Load a roll onto the spindle ● Load a roll into the printer ● Unload a roll ● Load a single sheet ● Unload a single sheet ● View information about the paper ● Paper presets ● Print on loaded paper ● Move the paper ● Maintain the paper ● Change the drying time ● Turn the automatic cutter on and off ● Feed and cut the paper Paper handling 22 Chapter 4 Paper handling ENWW
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...spindle CAUTION: Ensure the sheet tray is pressed down) to avoid transferring oils onto the paper. A4 and US Letter paper cannot be 11 inches (28 cm) or longer. General advice TIP: Before starting a paper loading process, make sure you have enough room around the printer, both in front and... behind. TIP: For photo paper wear cotton gloves to prevent the printer from moving. Paper handling CAUTION: Keep the basket closed . ENWW General advice 23 CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are locked (the brake...
...spindle CAUTION: Ensure the sheet tray is pressed down) to avoid transferring oils onto the paper. A4 and US Letter paper cannot be 11 inches (28 cm) or longer. General advice TIP: Before starting a paper loading process, make sure you have enough room around the printer, both in front and... behind. TIP: For photo paper wear cotton gloves to prevent the printer from moving. Paper handling CAUTION: Keep the basket closed . ENWW General advice 23 CAUTION: Make sure the printer wheels are locked (the brake...
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... supports during the removal process. 2. If the roll is long, rest the spindle horizontally on a table and load the roll on the table. 24 Chapter 4 Paper handling ENWW Remove the right-hand end of the spindle. 3. The spindle has a stop at each end to hold rolls of different widths. it slides... along the spindle to keep the roll in position. Remove the blue paper stop can be removed to mount a new roll; WARNING! The blue stop from the end of the spindle from the printer, then the other end...
... supports during the removal process. 2. If the roll is long, rest the spindle horizontally on a table and load the roll on the table. 24 Chapter 4 Paper handling ENWW Remove the right-hand end of the spindle. 3. The spindle has a stop at each end to hold rolls of different widths. it slides... along the spindle to keep the roll in position. Remove the blue paper stop can be removed to mount a new roll; WARNING! The blue stop from the end of the spindle from the printer, then the other end...
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... roll. 5. ENWW Load a roll into the printer There are available for purchase, see Accessories on different spindles. Ensure both ends are labels on page 23. Paper handling 7. Extra spindles are two ways to the spindle stops as shown. The easy loading procedure is pushed in as far as it back on... back of the printer, the blue stop is not, remove the roll, turn it 180 degrees and slide it goes, until both ends of different paper types on page 101. If it towards the end of the spindle. There are against the stops. See Load a roll onto the spindle on the...
... roll. 5. ENWW Load a roll into the printer There are available for purchase, see Accessories on different spindles. Ensure both ends are labels on page 23. Paper handling 7. Extra spindles are two ways to the spindle stops as shown. The easy loading procedure is pushed in as far as it back on... back of the printer, the blue stop is not, remove the roll, turn it 180 degrees and slide it goes, until both ends of different paper types on page 101. If it towards the end of the spindle. There are against the stops. See Load a roll onto the spindle on the...
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Rest the blue end of the spindle on the left side roll holder. Paper handling 26 Chapter 4 Paper handling ENWW With both roll holders at the same time. Do not put the end completely into both hands, push the spindle into the roll holder. 2. Easy loading procedure 1. Standing behind the printer, rest the spindle's black end on the right side roll holder. 3. The spindle snaps in place.
Rest the blue end of the spindle on the left side roll holder. Paper handling 26 Chapter 4 Paper handling ENWW With both roll holders at the same time. Do not put the end completely into both hands, push the spindle into the roll holder. 2. Easy loading procedure 1. Standing behind the printer, rest the spindle's black end on the right side roll holder. 3. The spindle snaps in place.
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...: Do not push your fingers inside the printer's paper path. 6. Paper handling 7. The printer detects the paper and feeds it automatically into the feeder. Roll the spindle into the feeder until you are loading a roll or a sheet. Insert the edge of the paper into the printer. ENWW Load a roll into the... printer, the front-panel display asks whether you feel resistance. TIP: Cut the paper as straight as possible, as uneven paper does not load correctly. 5. Once the paper is torn (sometimes due to tape used to hold the end of the roll is fed into the ...
...: Do not push your fingers inside the printer's paper path. 6. Paper handling 7. The printer detects the paper and feeds it automatically into the feeder. Roll the spindle into the feeder until you are loading a roll or a sheet. Insert the edge of the paper into the printer. ENWW Load a roll into the... printer, the front-panel display asks whether you feel resistance. TIP: Cut the paper as straight as possible, as uneven paper does not load correctly. 5. Once the paper is torn (sometimes due to tape used to hold the end of the roll is fed into the ...
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... the front-panel display. 12. If the roll is ready to start the paper loading process. 1. To avoid this, catch your paper category and type. From the front panel, select the Paper menu icon . 28 Chapter 4 Paper handling ENWW The printer checks the alignment and measures the width. When the roll.... TIP: When prints fall into the basket, they are cut key to ensure perfect quality; Alternatively, turn off the automatic cutter, see The paper cannot be torn or marked by ink from the end of the spindle until tight. you can be loaded successfully on page 26. 2. Look at...
... the front-panel display. 12. If the roll is ready to start the paper loading process. 1. To avoid this, catch your paper category and type. From the front panel, select the Paper menu icon . 28 Chapter 4 Paper handling ENWW The printer checks the alignment and measures the width. When the roll.... TIP: When prints fall into the basket, they are cut key to ensure perfect quality; Alternatively, turn off the automatic cutter, see The paper cannot be torn or marked by ink from the end of the spindle until tight. you can be loaded successfully on page 26. 2. Look at...
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...If there is printing, as described below. Select the Paper menu icon . When prompted by the front-panel display, lightly rewind the paper from the front panel. 1. on the front panel. 2. Select Paper load. Paper handling 4. Unload paper key procedure with paper on the roll, you can also start the process... Unload a roll 29 Select Load roll. 5. Unload a roll Before unloading a roll, check whether there is paper on the roll or whether the end of the paper is paper on the roll If there is no longer attached to the roll, and follow the appropriate procedure as it will...
...If there is printing, as described below. Select the Paper menu icon . When prompted by the front-panel display, lightly rewind the paper from the front panel. 1. on the front panel. 2. Select Paper load. Paper handling 4. Unload paper key procedure with paper on the roll, you can also start the process... Unload a roll 29 Select Load roll. 5. Unload a roll Before unloading a roll, check whether there is paper on the roll or whether the end of the paper is paper on the roll If there is no longer attached to the roll, and follow the appropriate procedure as it will...