User's Guide HP DeskJet 1120C Professional Series This User's Guide with video help is also available in electronic copy in the Starter CD.
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Contents Section 1 Getting Started • Understanding the Printer's Parts and Functions • Setting Up • Accessing Information Section 2 Printing Basics • Loading Paper • Replacing and Maintaining Print Cartridges • Getting to Know Your Printer Software • Changing Print Settings • Printing with Special Features • Using Your Printer on a Network • Printing from DOS Software Programs Section 8 10 11 12 13 15 17 3 Support • Troubleshooting • Customer Support • HP Supplies Section 2 4 7 18 21 23 4 Specifi
Section 1 - Getting Started Understanding the Printer's Parts and Functions 9 8 1 2 3 5 7 4 12 611 10 4 6 Printer Parts Functions 1 Power Button and Indicator Turns the printer on and off. See the following section on "Printer Lights". 2 Resume Button and Indicator Indicates that user intervention is required. See the following section on "Printer Lights". 3 Cartridge Indicator Indicates print cartridges need user attention. 4 Paper Length/Width Adjuster Holds paper in place.
Section 1 - Getting Started Printer Lights The lights on the front panel of the printer indicate if the printer is on, in the process of receiving data, or in an error state. If the lights are... Then... Power Resume Cartridge Off Off Off The printer is off. Press the Power button to turn on the printer. Power Resume Cartridge On Off Off The printer is ready to print. You can send a document to the printer.
Section 1 - Getting Started Setting Up Step 1 - Unpack 1 Check that the following items are included with the printer: • Power Cord • Black Print Cartridge • Color Print Cartridge • User’s Guide • Output Tray • Starter CD • Print Kit 2 Remove the packaging material and the four pieces of tape securing the printer (one at the back). 3 Open the top cover and remove the fifth piece of tape and white packing material from the inside of the printer.
Note: The cable that connects the printer to the computer is not supplied with the printer. You will need to purchase a parallel cable. HP recommends a high-quality IEEE-1284 compliant parallel printer cable (HP part number C2950A or C2951A). 1 Turn the computer off. 2 Connect one end of the printer cable to the parallel port on the back of the printer and snap both clips onto the notches of the connector.
Section 1 - Getting Started Step 5 - Insert Paper Main Bottom Media Tray 1 Raise the output tray and extend the paper width and length adjusters to the maximum. 2 Insert up to 150 sheets of paper aligning the right edge of the paper stack against the right side of the In-Tray, print side down. Slide the paper in until it stops. 3 Slide the paper width and length adjusters in until they press lightly against the paper stack. 4 Lower the output tray to its horizontal position.
Section 1 - Getting Started If the install does not run automatically 1 Start Microsoft Windows and make sure no other Windows applications are running. 2 Insert the CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive. 3 Select File, Run in Windows 3.1 or select Start, Run in Windows 95/NT 4.0. 4 At the Command Line box, type the letter of your computer's CD-ROM drive, followed by :\INSTALL (for example, D:\INSTALL). 5 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete installation.
Loading Paper Your printer supports paper sizes from 4"x6" to 13”x19” . Paper may be loaded using one of the ways described below. Section 2 - Printing Basics Main Bottom Media Tray This is the default tray for loading commonly used paper. Holds up to 150 sheets of paper or 15 envelopes. Alternative Top Media Feed Designed for occasional printing such as printing on transparencies, labels or envelopes. Holds up to 10 sheets of paper or 3 envelopes.
To print using the main tray: 1 Raise the output tray and extend the paper width and length adjusters to the maximum. 2a 2a Insert paper and align the right edge of the paper stack against the right side of the tray. Note: For printing on special media such as transparencies and envelopes, insert paper with the print side facing down. 3 Section 2 - Printing Basics 2b For printing on cards, extend the card adjuster and slide in until it presses lightly against the edge of the cards.
Replacing and Maintaining Print Cartridges Replacing the Print Cartridges Note: Do not remove a print cartridge until you are ready to replace it. If one print cartridge is empty, the other will still print. However, the printer will not print unless both cartridges are in place. Section 2 - Printing Basics Use only recommended print cartridges (HP part no. 51645A for black and HP part no. C1823A for color).
Getting to Know Your Printer Software Software This section provides an overview of the components and functions of your printer software. Printer Software Components The HP DeskJet 1120C printer driver is equipped with special printing capabilities (see Printing with Special Features), and enhanced print time functions (see details below). In addition, the following software utilities are provided: Toolbox program provides access to all the information you need when using the printer.
Changing Print Settings Select Your Printer To use your HP DeskJet 1120C printer, make sure that it is selected as the default printer. To select your printer as the default printer - Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 Section 2 - Printing Basics 1 2 3 Click Start, select Settings followed by Printers. Click the HP DeskJet 1120C printer icon to select it. From the File menu, select Set As Default, then close the window. To select your printer as the default printer - Windows 3.
Printing with Special Features The HP DeskJet 1120C printer driver allows you to create exciting and impactful documents easily. These features will help you to produce professional-looking documents like direct mailer, brochures, large spreadsheets, newsletter and extra large posters from your desktop. Usage Prints your letter-size document such as calendar and spreadsheet easily onto larger paper size without the need to reformat the original document in the software application.
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Using Your Printer on a Network The HP DeskJet 1120C printer can be shared in a network environment by connecting it directly to a network via an optional HP JetDirect external print server. You may also share your printer using Windows printer sharing methods. Refer to the topic "Use the printer on a network" on the "How Do I?" tab in the HP DeskJet 1120C Toolbox. If you are using JetDirect EX Plus, it is recommended that you upgrade your firmware to E.05.13. Check the website: http://www.hp.
At the client : 1 2 3 4 Section 2 - Printing Basics 5 6 Install the printer software from the Starter CD (see page 6). When prompted for the printer name and port, choose “HP DeskJet 1120C Printer” and either “None” or the Port (LPT1:) for the port that you wish to redirect the printer to. Click OK. Continue installation until complete, then restart Windows. Select Printers from the Windows Control Panel, click on the HP DeskJet 1120C printer icon, then click Connect.
Printing from DOS Software Programs When printing in DOS, there are two different ways you can adjust print settings: the HP DeskJet Control Panel for DOS and DOS printer drivers. HP DeskJet Control Panel for DOS DOS users have access to many printer features through specific DOS printer drivers; however, many software manufacturers do not develop printer drivers for their software programs. Use the DeskJet Control Panel to specify the default printer setting for printing from your DOS program.
Troubleshooting A blank page is printed • Check the print cartridges for tape Make sure you remove the protective plastic tape that covers the ink nozzles. • Check for an empty print cartridge If you are printing black text and a blank page is printed, your black print cartridge may be empty. Replace the black print cartridge. • Check the printer setup Make sure your HP DeskJet 1120C printer is selected as the current or default printer.
• Print quality is poor • The print quality setting may need to be changed While the EconoFast setting prints faster and uses less ink, it may cause text to appear faded or colors to appear dull. Select Normal or Best Print Quality in the HP print settings dialog box. ColorSmart II print settings may be wrong If colors are printed in shades of gray, Print in Grayscale is probably selected in the HP print settings dialog box. The Automatic ColorSmart selection will give the best color representation.
3 Close the printer cover. 4 Turn off the printer, and then turn it on. Insufficient harddisk space or virtual memory to print • There is insufficient harddisk space in your system Cancel the print job and free up your harddisk space before printing again. Alternatively, try printing one page a time instead of printing the entire document. • There is insufficient virtual memory in your system Increase the size of your system's virtual memory. See "Other Known Problems" in the Readme file.
Customer Support The information in the previous chapter suggests solutions to common problems. If your printer is not operating properly and these suggestions do not solve your problem, try using one of the following support services to obtain assistance. Note: There are no user serviceable parts inside the printer. HP DeskJet 1120C Toolbox The " Troubleshooting" tab in this program provides an easy step-by-step solutions to common printing problems.
HP Telephone Support During the warranty period, you may obtain assistance from the HP Customer Support Center.
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HP Premium Photo Paper US Letter, 15 sheets: 8.5 x 11 in. US B-size, 20 sheets: 11 x 17 in. A4 (European), 15 sheets: 210 x 297 mm A4 (Asian), 15 sheets: 210 x 297 mm A3, 20 sheets: 297 x 420 mm C6039A C6058A C6040A C6043A C6059A HP Bright White Paper US Letter, 500 sheets: 8.5 x 11 in. US Letter, 200 sheets: 8.5 x 11 in. US B-size, 200 sheets: 11 x 17 in.
Printer Specifications Print Method Plain paper drop-on-demand thermal inkjet printing DOS Environment DOS 3.3 and above Print Speed Up to 6.5 pages per minute for black printing Up to 4.5 pages per minute for color printing These are approximate figures. Exact speed will vary depending on the system configuration and software used. Software Compatibility Microsoft Windows (version 3.1x, Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.
Regulatory Notices Power Cord Statement Safety Information The power cord cannot be repaired. If it is defective it should be discarded or returned to the supplier. LEDs Classification CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT LED KLASSE 1 APPARECCHIO LED DI CLASSE 1 PRODUCT KLASY 1 Z DIODAMI ŒWHECYCYMI LED Appareil à Diode Electrluminescente de Classe 1 ZA¤ÍZENÍ LED T¤ÍY 1 KLASS 1 LED APPARAT LUOKAN 1 LED Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce risk of injury from fire or electric shock. 1.
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