HP DesignJet ColorPro Series Wide-Format Printers Getting Started Guide HP DesignJet ColorPro CAD (C7777A) HP DesignJet ColorPro GA (C7778A) HP DesignJet ColorPro Series: Getting Started Guide
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Contents Contents Step 1 – Unpack the Printer 4 Step 2 – Remove All Tapes from the Printer 5 Step 3 – Connect Cables 5 Step 4 – Install Ink Cartridges 5 Step 5 – Install Printheads 6 Step 6 – Insert Paper in Tray 2 7 Step 7 – Insert Paper in Tray 3 9 Step 8 – Install the Printer Software 10 Step 9 – Change the Language Displayed on the Printer’s Control Panel 11 Step 10 – Install Additional Memory 11 About HP Customer Care 13 What to Do Before You Call 13 HP Supplies 14 Printer Specifications 16 Hewlett-Pa
Step 1 – Unpack the Printer Step 1 – Unpack the Printer 1. Check that the following items are included with the printer: a. Power Cord b. Four HP No. 10 Ink Cartridges (black, cyan, magenta and yellow) c. Four HP No. 10 Printheads (black, cyan, magenta and yellow) d. Extended Tray Cover e. Setup Poster f. Getting Started Guide g. Quick Reference Guide h. Connectivity software (drivers, etc. on CD or diskettes) i. HP JetDirect CD (HP DesignJet ColorPro GA printer only). d g f e h,i b a c 2.
Step 2 – Remove All Tapes from the Printer Step 2 – Remove All Tapes from the Printer 1. Remove the four tapes securing the printer. Open the top cover and remove the fifth tape from the inside of the printer. Step 3 – Connect Cables 1. Ensure that the computer is turned off. 2. Plug the power connector firmly into the printer’s power socket. 3. Plug the power plug into an electrical outlet. 4. Connect the printer end of the parallel cable firmly to the parallel port on the printer. 5.
Step 5 – Install Printheads 3. Remove all four ink cartridges from their packaging and insert each ink cartridge into its own color-coded slots. Make sure that each cartridge is pressed firmly into place. Step 5 – Install Printheads In the online edition, click to see a video clip of the following procedure: 1. Make sure that the Ink Cartridge Door is open. Grasp the side of the Printhead Access Cover and lift up firmly to snap the cover open and completely remove it from the printer.
Step 6 – Insert Paper in Tray 2 Insert each printhead into its own color-coded socket. Push the printheads down firmly. 4. Close the printhead latch. Be sure that the hook on the printhead latch catches the carriage lock. Note: You may have to use some force to close the printhead latch. 5. Ensure that the Ink Cartridge Door is lifted. Align the tabs of the cover with the tabs on the printer. 6. Lower and snap to close the cover. 7. Close the Ink Cartridge Door.
Step 6 – Insert Paper in Tray 2 2. If you are loading A3-size or Tabloid-size paper, unlock the tray lock, extend the tray and re-lock the tray. 3. Unpack the Paper Length and Width guides. 4. Insert the Paper Length guide into the slot of the paper size you wish to load. 2 2 5. Insert the Paper Width guide into the slot of the paper size you wish to load. 6. Insert paper, print side down into the printer. 7.
Step 7 – Insert Paper in Tray 3 8. Replace Tray 1. If Tray 2 is extended, place the Extended Tray Cover over the tray. 9. On the Control Panel, press [Menu] until PAPER HANDLING MENU appears. 10.Press [Item] to select TRAY 2 TYPE= 11.Press [Value] to select the media type you have loaded into the tray and press [Select]. Step 7 – Insert Paper in Tray 3 In the online edition, click to see a video clip of the following procedure: 1. Grasp the sides of Tray 3 and pull it out of the printer. 2.
Step 8 – Install the Printer Software 3 3 3. Unpack the Paper Length and Width guides. 4. Insert the Paper Length guide into the slot of the paper size you wish to load. 5. Insert the Paper Width guide into the slot of the paper size you wish to load. 3 A3 6. Load paper by aligning the paper edge to the Paper Length guide first. Tap the other end of the paper to ensure that the paper is properly loaded. 3 A3 7. Re-insert Tray 3 back into the printer. 8.
Step 9 – Change the Language Displayed on the Printer’s Control Panel For the HP DesignJet ColorPro CAD printer, software supplied includes: • ADI driver for AutoCAD • HP-GL/2 driver for Windows applications Follow the instructions supplied with the printer software.
Step 10 – Install Additional Memory • Leave the memory expansion module in the antistatic bag until you are ready to install it. • If possible, use an antistatic wrist strap and a grounding mat. • Before you remove the memory expansion module from the antistatic bag, touch a grounded, unpainted metal surface to discharge static electricity. In the online edition, click to see a video clip of the following procedure: 1.
About HP Customer Care About HP Customer Care As your strategic support partner, we make it our business to help keep your business running smoothly. HP Customer Care offers award-winning support to ensure you get the most from your HP DesignJet. HP Customer Care provides comprehensive, proven support expertise and leverages new technologies to give customers unique end-to-end support.
HP Supplies - The cable you are using (by part number) and where you purchased it. - The type of interface used on your printer (parallel, or network). - The software name and version you are currently using. - The information (base firmware version, and so on) displayed in the Information Menu. - If possible print out the Diagnostic Test and FAX it to the support center helping you.
HP Supplies HP Premium Inkjet Paper C1855A C1856A 51634Y 51634Z U.S. 11x17, 100 sheets European A3, 100 sheets U.S. Letter size, 200 sheets European A4 size, 200 sheets HP Premium Heavyweight Inkjet Paper C1852A C1853A U.S. Letter size, 100 sheets European A4 size, 100 sheets HP Premium Photo Paper C6058A C6059A C6039A C6040A C6043A U.S. 11x17, 20 sheets European A3, 20 sheets U.S.
Printer Specifications Addressing Labels 92296L 92296M 92296N 92296P 92296R C4296A C4297A 99.1 x 38.1mm Addressing Labels 99.1 x 33.8mm Addressing Labels 63.5 x 38.1mm Addressing Labels 100 x 51mm Addressing Labels 199.6 x 289mm, Full Sheet Labels 99.1 x 67.7mm, Parcel Labels 63.5 x 46.6mm Addressing Labels Printer Specifications Print Method Print Speed Black Approximate figures.
Printer Specifications Memory Paper Handling 4 Mbytes on main board Two 72-pin SIMM slots for additional memory (EDO, 60ns) expansion up to a total of 76 Mbytes Standard input capacity of 400 sheets through two trays of 150 sheet and 250 sheet capacity.
Printer Specifications Connectivity / Network Management HP DesignJet ColorPro CAD: Network-capable printer for DOS and Windows environments HP-GL/2 and AutoCAD Driver Support for Windows NT 4.0, Windows 3.
Printer Specifications Media Size/Type Paper: Super B 13 x 19 in., U.S. Tabloid 11 x 17 in., U.S. Legal 8.5 x 14 in., U.S. Letter 8.5 x 11 in., European A3 297 x 420 mm, A4 210 x 297 mm, B4 257 x 364 mm Transparencies: U.S. Letter 8.5 x 11 in., European A4 210 x 297 mm Envelope: U.S. No. 10, 4.12 x 9.5 in.; European DL 220 x 110 mm, C6 114 x 162 mm; Japanese #2 111.1 x 146 mm, #3 120 x 235 mm Cards: U.S. Index card 4 x 6 in., Index card 5 x 8 in.; European A6 card 105 x 148.
Printer Specifications System Requirements HP DesignJet ColorPro GA Minimum: Macintosh System 7.6.1 or later: Power PC – 48Mb RAM Windows 95/98: Pentium, 48Mb RAM Windows NT 4.0: Pentium, 64Mb RAM 150Mb free hard disk space for 11"x17" (279mm x 432mm) or A3 size printing. CD-ROM drive. Recommended: Macintosh System 8 or later:Power PC – 64Mb RAM Windows 95/98, Pentium 150/166, 64 Mb RAM Windows NT 4.0, Pentium 150/166 64Mb RAM Graphics intensive files may require more disk space.
Printer Specifications Dimensions With paper tray closed: 685 mm (26.97 in.) W x 610 mm (24.02 in.) D x 337 mm (13.27 in.) H With paper tray fully extended: 685 mm (26.97 in.) W x 745 mm (29.33 in.) D x 337 mm (13.27 in.) H Weight Reliability & Estimated Usage Warranty Product Certifications Desk Space Required: 685 mm (26.97 in.) W x 532 (20.94 in.) D 26.5 kg (58.48 lb.) without ink cartridges and printheads 27.0 kg (59.2 lb.
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement HP Product Duration of Limited Warranty Software 90 Days Ink Cartridges 90 Days Printheads 1 Year Printer 1 Year A. Extent of Limited Warranty 1. Hewlett-Packard (HP) warrants to the end-user customer that the HP products specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration specified above, which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer.
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement product, at HP’s option. 6. If HP is unable to repair or replace, as applicable, a defective product which is covered by HP’s warranty, HP shall, within a reasonable time after being notified of the defect, refund the purchase price for the product. 7. HP shall have no obligation to repair, replace, or refund until the customer returns the defective product to HP. 8.
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY AND WHETHER ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. D. Local Law 1. This Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights. The customer may also have other rights which vary from state to state in the United States, from province to province in Canada, and from country to country elsewhere in the world. 2.
Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices Note that additional notices appear in the appendix at the back of this document. Safety Information WARNING Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce risk of injury from fire or electric shock. 1. Use only a grounded electrical outlet when connecting this product to a power source. If you do not know whether the outlet is grounded, check with a qualified electrician. 2. Read and understand instructions in the User’s Guide. 3.
Appendix—Regulatory Notices Appendix—Regulatory Notices FCC Regulations The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (in 47 cfr 15.105) has specified that the following notices be brought to the attention of users of this product. Product Identification Numbers: Printer HP DesignJet ColorPro CAD HP DesignJet ColorPro GA Model C7777A C7778A This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Appendix—Regulatory Notices • Increase separation between equipment and receiver. • Connect equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receive is connected. • Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician. When connected to LAN This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits cables using print server for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix—Regulatory Notices VCCI Class A and Class B (Japan) EMI statement (Korea) EMI statement (Taiwan) HP DesignJet ColorPro Series: Getting Started Guide: Appendix—3
Appendix—Regulatory Notices LEDs Classification Energy Consumption Energy Star is a US registered service mark of United States Environmental Proctection Agency Geräuschemission (Germany) LpA < 70 dB, am Arbeitsplatz, im Normalbetrieb, nach DIN 45635 T. 19.
Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity HP DesignJet ColorPro Series: Getting Started Guide: Appendix—5
