HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1 HP Deskjet 6800 series printer To find an answer to a question, click the appropriate topic below: • Notices • Special features • Getting started • Connecting to the printer • Printing from a digital camera • Printing photos from a computer • Printing other documents • Printing tips • Printer software • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Optional accessories • Specifications • Supplies 1
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 2 Notices • Notices and acknowledgements • Terms and conventions 2.1 Notices and acknowledgements Hewlett-Packard company notices Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. A Warning indicates possible harm to you or to others. For example: Warning: Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. A Note indicates that additional information is provided. For example: Note: For great results use HP products.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3 Special features Congratulations! You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features: • Built-in networking capabilities: Connect to either a wired or a wireless network without using an external print server. • Ink-backup mode: Ink-backup mode lets you continue printing with one print cartridge when the other print cartridge has run out of ink. • Print Cancel button: Cancel print jobs at the touch of a button.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4 Getting started For an overview of the printer features, see the printer features page. Click the appropriate topic below for a description of a printer feature: • Buttons and lights • Print Cartridge Status lights • Paper trays • Photo/envelope feeder • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode • Automatic Paper Type Sensor • PictBridge port For a description of the optional accessories, see the optional accessories page. 4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 2. Paper trays 3. Photo/envelope feeder 4. PictBridge port 1. Print cartridges 2. Automatic Paper-Type Sensor (not illustrated) 3. Ink-backup mode (not illustrated) 1. Rear USB port 2.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Automatic Two-Sided 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Printing Accessory (optional) Accessory (optional) Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray (optional) 4.2 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. Print Cancel button 3. Resume button and light 4. Report Page button 5.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Wireless Status light and Signal Strength indicator • Print Cartridge Status lights Power button and light The Power button turns the printer on and off. It might take a few seconds for the printer to turn on after you press the Power button. The Power light flashes when the printer is processing. Caution: Always use the Power button to turn the printer on and off.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. The left status light represents the tri-color print cartridge. 2. The right status light represents the print cartridge that is installed in the compartment on the right side of the print cartridge cradle. That print cartridge can be the black print cartridge, the photo print cartridge, or the gray photo print cartridge. 4.4 Paper trays The printer has two paper trays: • In tray • Out tray In tray The In tray holds paper or other media to be printed. 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Paper-width guide 2. Paper-length guide Out tray Printed pages are deposited in the Out tray. 1. Out tray 2. Photo/envelope feeder Use the photo/envelope feeder to print single envelopes, small photos, and cards. Raise the Out tray to load paper. To prevent paper from falling out of the Out tray, pull out the Out-tray extension, and then unfold the Out-tray extension stop.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Out-tray extension 2. Out-tray extension stop Do not unfold the Out-tray extension stop when printing on legal paper. After the print job is complete, fold the Out-tray extension stop, and then push the Out-tray extension into the Out tray. 4.5 Photo/envelope feeder Use the photo/envelope feeder to print the following documents: • Envelopes • Photos • Postcards 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Envelopes Follow these steps to use the photo/envelope feeder for single envelopes: 1. Insert the envelope with the side to be printed on facing down and the flap to the left. 2. Push the envelope into the printer as far as it will go without bending. 3. Print the envelope. Photos Follow these steps to use the photo/envelope feeder to print a single photo: 1. Insert the photo paper into the photo/envelope feeder with the side to be printed on facing down. 2.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4. Print the photo. Postcards Follow these steps to use the photo/envelope feeder to print a single postcard: 1. Insert the postcard into the photo/envelope feeder with the side to be printed on facing down. 2. Gently push the postcard into the photo/envelope feeder as far as it will go without bending. 3. Slide the photo/envelope feeder forward as far as it will go. 4. Print the postcard.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4.6 Print cartridges Four print cartridges are available for use with the printer. 1. Black 2. Tri-color 3. Photo 4. Gray photo Note: The availability of print cartridges varies by country/region. Using print cartridges Everyday printing Use the black and tri-color print cartridges for everyday print jobs.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Selection number label • Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see the reference guide that came with the printer. • HP Inkjet Toolbox: Open the HP Inkjet Toolbox, and then select the Supplies panel. If a print cartridge runs out of ink, the printer can operate in the ink-backup mode. For information about installing a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page. 4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Note: It is recommended that you do not use the photo print cartridge or the gray photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode. Exiting ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to exit the ink-backup mode. To install a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page. 4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5 Connecting to the printer • Connecting a digital camera • USB • Wireless networking • Wired networking 5.1 Printing photos from a digital camera Learn how to print photos directly from a digital camera: • PictBridge description • PictBridge printing instructions • PictBridge troubleshooting • Using the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray and PictBridge 5.2 USB The printer connects to the computer with a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide For a description of the printer's wireless feature, click one of the following options: • Wireless Status light and Signal Strength indicator • Report Page button • Network icon • Wireless radio • HP Report page • Embedded Web server (EWS) Other information: • Resetting the printer to the factory defaults • Troubleshooting • Glossary 5.3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide If you have an 802.11a wireless network, you must use an Ethernet cable to connect the printer to the network's Wireless Access Point (WAP) in order to achieve a processing speed comparable to that of the 802.11a network. To connect the printer to an Ethernet network, follow the Ethernet network installation instructions.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Keep the wireless devices away from large metal objects, such as filing cabinets, and other electromagnetic devices, such as microwaves and cordless telephones, as these objects can disrupt radio signals. • Keep the wireless devices away from large masonry structures and other building structures as these objects can absorb radio waves and lower signal strength.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide The ad hoc communication mode defaults to 802.11b. Follow these steps to use 802.11g in ad hoc mode: 1. Open the printer's embedded Web server (EWS). 2. Click the Networking tab. 3. Under Connection, click Wireless (802.11). 4. Click the Advanced tab. 5. Under Compatibility, clear the In an ad hoc network use 802.11b behavior check box. 6. Click Apply, and then close the EWS.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide For a description of the wireless security options available for the printer, see the wireless security page. Printing Computers on the network send print jobs directly to the printer, which prints them in the order received. The printer can accept print jobs sent simultaneously from four users. For example, if five users each send a print job to the printer at the same time, the printer accepts four of the print jobs and rejects the fifth.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Infrastructure networks On an infrastructure network, devices, such as computers and printers, communicate through a Wireless Access Point (WAP). WAPs commonly act as routers or gateways on small networks. For example, a simple infrastructure wireless network might consist of a laptop and a printer communicating through a WAP. Mixed wired and wireless networks Wireless devices often exist on a largely wired network.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5.3.3 Network locations A network location is a set of network settings unique to a given wireless network. Many wireless devices have configuration utilities that allows the device to have network locations for several wireless networks. In order to use the printer, the computer must be set to the network location for the printer's wireless network. Use the Network control panel to create and edit network locations.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Where the wireless network is Network location settings Home at_home • Network name: home • Communication mode: ad hoc • Security: WEP When the laptop is being used at work, the person must set the network location to at_work in order to connect to the office network. Conversely, the laptop must be set to the at_home network location when the person is at home and wants to connect the laptop to the home network. 5.3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Network name equals “network_1” 2. Network name equals “network_2” The network name for one wireless network is network_1. The network name for the other wireless network is network_2. The printer receives signals from both networks, network_1 and network_2. The printer is configured for network_1 The printer's network name (SSID) setting has been configured for network_1. The printer can only communicate to network_1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide The laptop and the printer can communicate. 5.3.5 Wireless security The printer can be configured for several wireless security options depending on the type of wireless network of which the printer is part. Infrastructure networks • WPA • WEP • Open system Ad hoc networks (computer-to-computer) • WEP • Open system Wireless security basics For more information about wireless security, see the authentication and encryption page. 5.3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Authentication Definition Authentication verifies the identity of a user or device before granting access to a network, making it more difficult for unauthorized users to access network resources. In order to be authenticated and allowed to use a network, a device must supply a known password to other devices on the network. If the device cannot supply the correct password, then it will not be able to use other devices on the network.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Encryption Definition Encryption involves using a password to encode data sent over a wireless network in order to make the data unintelligible to eavesdroppers. Only devices that know the password can decode the data. Types of encryption The printer supports four types of encryption. Each type of encryption has its benefits and limitations. Encryption type Description Devices on a network do not encrypt data.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Encryption type Description Benefits Limitations AES Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is a U.S. government sponsored encryption method that uses a complex Since the algorithm called encryption key “Rijndael.” changes automatically, the All devices must AES uses data is more difficult have the key. encryption keys to for eavesdroppers encode data. AES to decode.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide For example, if the printer's network uses WPA, only devices that have the same WPA settings as the printer will be able to use the printer. WPA provides better security than WEP. WPA is a network feature WPA is an optional wireless network feature. Not all wireless networks use WPA. Configure the printer for WPA only if the printer's network uses WPA. The printer's WPA settings must match the network's settings.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide For example, if the printer's network uses WEP, only devices that have the same WEP settings as the printer will be able to use the printer. WEP is a network feature WEP is an optional wireless network feature. Not all wireless networks use WEP. Configure the printer for WEP only if the printer's network uses WEP. The printer's WEP settings must match the network's settings.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5.3.9 Open system A wireless network that does not use any authentication or encryption method is referred to as an “open system.” An can still have a minor level of security if the network's wireless access point(s) does not broadcast the network's network name (SSID). A device trying to join the network must then know the network name before connecting. For more information about network names, see the network name (SSID) page.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide State of the Wireless Status light Printer status Is not able to receive and transmit data wirelessly. Off Receiving data. Flashing Signal Strength indicator The Signal Strength indicator shows the strength of the radio signal that the printer is receiving. When all bars are illuminated, the signal is strong. When no bars are illuminated, the signal is weak. 5.3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Report Page button 5.3.13 Network icon The Network icon illuminates when the printer is connected to: • An Ethernet network • An active wireless network • An active wireless direct-connection to a computer or other wireless device Status of the icon Status of the printer network connection Connected to either an Ethernet network or a wireless network. On Not connected to an Ethernet network or a wireless network.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5.3.14 Wireless radio The printer has an internal wireless radio for wireless communication. How the wireless radio works The wireless radio broadcasts on the 2.4 GHz frequency whenever the wireless radio is powered on and enabled. The wireless radio automatically turns off when the printer is powered off or unplugged from a power source.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5.3.15 HP Report page The HP Report page supplies useful information about the printer's wireless, wired, and PictBridge connections. Printing an HP Report page To print an HP Report page, verify that the printer is powered on and idle, and then press the Report Page button once. If the printer has just been connected to a network, wait a few minutes before printing the HP Report page to allow the printer to obtain valid settings.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Item Meaning The printer's network status: Network Status • Ready: The printer is ready to print. • Offline: The printer is not connected to a network. The type of network the printer is connected to: Active Connection Type • Wired: The printer is connected to an Ethernet network. • Wireless: The printer is connected to a wireless network. • Disabled: The printer is not connected to a network.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Item Meaning The network link configuration: • 802.11 Link Config • 10T-Full • 10T-Half • 100TX-Full • 100TX-Half 802.11 wireless The 802.11 wireless information applies only to the printer's wireless connection: Item Meaning The printer's wireless network status: Wireless Status • Connected: The printer is connected to the wireless network. • Disconnected: The printer is not connected to the wireless network.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Item Meaning One of several pre-set frequencies at which 802.11b-enabled devices communicate in order to reduce interference. Channel The number of channels available varies by country/region. Not applicable means that the wireless network is disabled. The printer's authentication setting: • Open System: No authentication is being used. Authentication Type • Shared Key: The printer is using a WEP key for authentication.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Item Meaning Number of packets sent without error. Total Packets Transmitted This item may be requested by HP Service and Support. Number of packets received without error. Total Packets Received PictBridge Status PictBridge Last Error This item may be requested by HP Service and Support. • Connected: The printer is connected to a digital camera. • Error: Something is wrong with the PictBridge connection.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Use Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, Netscape 4.75 or higher, or Apple Safariâ„¢. 2. Enter the printer's IP address in the browser's address box. Note: If your computer uses a proxy server to access the Internet, you might need to configure your browser to by-pass the proxy server in order to access the EWS. If you do not know the printer IP address, print an HP Report page. Note: For instructions on using the printer's EWS, see the online help.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 2. Press and hold down the Report Page button. 3. While holding down the Report Page button, press the Cancel button three times. 4. Release the Report Page button. 5.3.18 Networking glossary numbers 10/100 Base-T: A technical term for Ethernet. 10/100 refers to the speed at which the Ethernet network functions. 10 indicates 10 megabits per second (Mb/s) for normal Ethernet, and 100 indicates 100 Mb/s for Fast Ethernet. 802.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide b BOOTP: Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP) is an Internet protocol that enables a device to discover its own IP address, the IP address of a BOOTP server on the network, and a file to be loaded into memory to boot the machine. This enables the device to boot without requiring a hard or floppy disk drive. Broadcast packet: A packet sent from one device on a network to all devices on the network. c Channel: One of several pre-set frequencies at which 802.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide g Gateway: A dedicated device (router or computer) that connects two different networks. For example, a computer on an Ethernet network may act as a gateway between the network and the Internet. h Host name: The name by which the printer identifies itself on the network. The printer's host name appears on the HP Report page. Use the host name to open the printer's embedded Web server (EWS). Hub: A simple device that acts as the center of an Ethernet network.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide mDNS: As an alternative to a Domain Name Server, a device issues a Multicast Domain Name Server (mDNS) notification to provide information regarding its service. The notification includes the type of service (such as printing), the name of the service (such as “your printer”), IP and port addresses, and other necessary information. Each device on the network receives the notification and stores the information in a personal DNS server.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide u Unicast packet: A packet sent from one device on a network to another device on the network. w WEP: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) provides security by encrypting data sent over radio waves from one wireless device to another wireless device. WEP encodes the data sent across the network making the data unintelligible to eavesdroppers. Only devices that share the same WEP settings as the printer will be able to communicate with the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Installing the printer on an Ethernet network For a description of the printer's Ethernet feature, click one of the following options: • Ethernet lights • Report Page button • Network icon • HP Report page • Embedded Web server (EWS) Other information: • Resetting the printer to the factory defaults • Troubleshooting • Glossary 5.4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. RJ-45 plug Network communication TCP/IP Devices on a network communicate with one another using a “language” called a protocol. The printer is designed to operate on networks that use a popular protocol called TCP/IP. IP address Each device on a network identifies itself with a unique IP address. Most networks use a software tool, such as DHCP or AutoIP, to automatically assign IP addresses.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Ethernet network examples To see some examples of Ethernet networks, see the Ethernet network examples page. Printing Computers on the network send print jobs directly to the printer, which prints them in the order received. The printer can accept print jobs sent simultaneously from four users. For example, if five users each send a print job to the printer at the same time, the printer accepts four of the print jobs and rejects the fifth.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide DSL or cable Internet connection without a gateway This example looks similar to the first example. However, in this example, the network devices are connected to a hub, rather than a router. The hub is directly connected to the Internet. Caution: HP does not recommend this configuration. If possible, use a gateway to manage your network's Internet access in order to limit exposure to viruses and guard against unwanted entry.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 2. Verify that the printer is powered on. 3. Connect the Ethernet cable to an available port on the network hub or router. Note: Do not plug the Ethernet cable into a port labeled WAN or Uplink. 4. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the printer. Note: The printer's wireless radio is disabled when a Ethernet cable is connected to the printer. 5. Do one of the following: State of the Link light Task On Go to step 6.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5.4.5 Installing the printer software Before installing the printer software on a networked computer, verify the following items: • The printer is set up and powered on. • The network hub, switch, or router is powered on and functioning properly. • All computers on the network are powered on and connected to the network. • The printer is installed on the network.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide State of the Activity light State of the printer Flashing Receiving or transmitting data over the Ethernet connection. Off Not receiving or transmitting data over the Ethernet connection.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 6 Printing photos from a computer Select the type of photograph that you want to print: Borderless Photos Small borderless photo Large borderless photo Panoramic borderless photo Photos with a white border Small photo with a white border Large photo with a white border Panoramic photo with a white border Enhancing your photos Learn how to enhance your photographs by using the printer's photo printing features.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Learn how to add professional touches to your digital photographs: • Use the photo print cartridge for great colors. • Use these software options for advanced color settings: • Color options • CMYK settings • Advanced color management • Use the gray photo print cartridge for outstanding black-and-white photos. • Print black-and-white photos. • Print to the edges of the photo paper with borderless printing.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Using the digital photography options 1. Options Menu: Select from the following options: • Red eye removal: Click On to remove or reduce red-eye in the photograph. • Digital flash: Adjust the exposure in dark areas of photos to bring out detail. Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance lightness and darkness. • Contrast enhancement: Adjust the contrast to your preference.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide The 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi print mode is the highest quality resolution for this printer. When 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi is selected in the printer driver, the tri-color print cartridge prints in the 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi mode (up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color and 1200-input dpi). If a photo print cartridge is also installed, the print quality is enhanced. A photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is not included with your printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss is designed to create quality photos with less ink. Note: For higher-quality photos, use HP Premium Plus Photo paper and set the Print quality to Best or Maximum dpi. 6.5 Photo print cartridge The photo print cartridge, used in conjunction with the tri-color print cartridge, provides six-ink, virtually grain-free photos that have exceptional fade resistance.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Storing the photo print cartridge To maintain the health of the print cartridge, follow the print cartridge storage guidelines. 6.6 Using color options Adjusting the color options causes the printed colors to differ from the colors that appear on your computer monitor. Follow these steps to set color options: 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel. 3. Verify that ColorSmart/sRGB is selected in the Color drop-down list. 4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5. Adjust the Saturation, Brightness, and Color Tone to affect how overall colors are printed. 6. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. 6.7 CMYK settings Follow these steps to specify the CMYK settings: 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Click the Paper Type/Quality tab. 3. Click the CMYK tab.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4. Adjust the Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black sliders to specify the level of each color that is used in printing. 5. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. 6.8 Advanced color management Color management defines the range of colors that can be printed. The printer software translates the colors of your document from their current color settings to the color-management option that is selected.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. In the Color drop-down list, click one of the following options: • AdobeRGB: When printing from a professional application with AdobeRGB, turn off the color management in the application and allow the printer software to manage the color space. Use the AdobeRGB setting for documents or photos that were originally created in the AdobeRGB color space. • ColorSync: This option allows the printer driver to manage the color of the document.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide The gray photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is not included with your product. Installing the gray photo print cartridge To install the gray photo print cartridge, remove the black print cartridge from the printer, and then install the gray photo print cartridge in the compartment on the right of the print cartridge cradle. For more information, see the print cartridge installation page.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel. 3. In the Color drop-down list, click Grayscale. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. 6.11 Printing borderless photos Use borderless printing to print to the edges of certain paper types and on a range of standard paper sizes. Guidelines • Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Click the appropriate borderless paper size in the Paper Size list. 4. Click OK. 5. Open the Print dialog box. 6. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. If you printed on photo paper that has a tear-off tab, remove the tab to make the document completely borderless. 6.12 Storing and handling photo paper Follow these instructions to maintain the quality of your HP brand photo paper.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Storage • Keep unused photo paper in a resealable plastic bag, in the box in which it was originally packaged. Store the packaged photo paper on a flat surface in a cool place. • When you are ready to print, remove only the paper that you plan to use immediately from the plastic bag. When you have finished printing, return any unused photo paper to the plastic bag. • Do not leave unused photo paper in the printer paper tray.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4. Verify that the photo paper is flat. If the photo paper is not flat, see the photo paper storage instructions. 5. Place the photo paper in the In tray with the side to be printed on facing down. If you are using a photo paper that has a tear-off tab, verify that the tab is pointing away from the printer. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 7. Replace the Out tray. Printing 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing photos. • Verify that the photo paper that you are using is flat. For information about preventing photo paper from curling, see the photo paper storage instructions. • Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 25 sheets. Preparing to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Raise the Out tray, and then remove all of the paper from the In tray. 3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 6.15 Panoramic borderless photos Guidelines • For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tricolor print cartridge. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. • To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. • Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing photos.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Printing 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings: • Paper Size: The appropriate borderless paper size • Orientation: The appropriate orientation 2. Click OK. 3. Open the Print dialog box. 4. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then select the following settings: • Source: Upper tray • Paper Type: Automatic or the appropriate photo paper type • Quality: Best or Maximum dpi 5.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide If the photo paper is not flat, see the photo paper storage instructions. 5. Place the photo paper in the In tray with the side to be printed on facing down. If you are using a photo paper that has a tear-off tab, verify that the tab is pointing away from the printer. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 7. Replace the Out tray. Printing 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing photos. • Verify that the photo paper that you are using is flat. For information about preventing photo paper from curling, see the photo paper storage instructions. • Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 25 sheets. Preparing to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Raise the Out tray, and then remove all of the paper from the In tray. 3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 6.18 Panoramic photos with a white border Guidelines • For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tricolor print cartridge. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. • To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. • Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing photos.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Printing 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings: • Paper Size: The appropriate paper size • Orientation: The appropriate orientation 2. Click OK. 3. Open the Print dialog box. 4. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then select the following settings: • Source: Upper tray • Paper Type: Automatic or the appropriate photo paper type • Quality: Best or Maximum dpi 5.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 7 Printing other documents E-mail Letters Documents Envelopes Postcards Brochures Greeting cards Transparencies Labels Index cards Banners Iron-on transfers Printing tips Minimize your cost and effort while maximizing the quality of your printouts by using these printing tips. Printer software Learn about the printer software. 7.1 Email Guidelines Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 150 sheets. Preparing to print 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the paperlength guide. 4. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 6. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box. 3. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel. 4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 1. Letter or A4 paper Note: 2. Legal paper If you are using letterhead, verify that the letterhead is facing down and towards the interior of the printer. 6. Lower the Out tray. Do not extend the Out-tray extension stop when printing on legal paper. Printing 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box. 3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 1. Letter or A4 paper 2. Legal paper 6. Lower the Out tray. Do not extend the Out-tray extension stop when printing on legal paper. Printing 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Are wrinkled, torn, or otherwise damaged • Align the envelope edges before inserting them in the In tray. • Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 20 envelopes. Preparing to print If you are printing on a single envelope, use the photo/envelope feeder. If you are printing on multiple envelopes, follow these steps: 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Remove the Out tray, and then remove all paper from the In tray. 3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 7.5 Postcards If the optional Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray is attached to the printer, follow the steps for printing postcards with the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray. Guidelines • Use only cards and small media that meet the printer paper-size specifications. For specifications, see the reference guide that came with the printer. • Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 60 cards.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Note: To print a borderless card, click the borderless photo size that matches the card size. • Orientation: The appropriate orientation 2. Click OK. 3. Open the Print dialog box. 4. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then select the following settings: • Source: Upper tray • Paper Type: Automatic or the appropriate paper type • Quality: Normal, Best, or Maximum dpi 5. If you want to use them, set the HP digital photography options. 6.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 6. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box. 3. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then specify the following settings: • Source: Upper Tray • Paper Type: Automatic or the appropriate brochure paper type • Quality: Normal, Best, or Maximum dpi. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. 7.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box. 3. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then specify the following settings: • Source: Upper tray • Paper Type: Automatic or the appropriate greeting card paper type • Quality: Normal, Best, or Maximum dpi. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. 7.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5. Carefully push the transparencies into the printer until they stop so that none of the adhesive strips catch on one another. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box. 3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the paperlength guide. 4. Fan the edges of the label sheets to separate them, and then align the edges. 5. Place the label sheets in the In tray with the label side facing down. Push the sheets into the printer until they stop. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the edge of the sheets. 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Remove the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place the cards, with the sides to be printed on facing down and one of the short sides pointing towards the printer, into In tray and to the right. Push the cards into the printer until they stop. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the cards. 6.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 7.11 Banners Guidelines • Use HP Banner Paper for great results. • Remove any perforated strips from the banner paper before loading it in the In tray. • Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 20 sheets. Preparing to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Remove the Out tray, and then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Slide the paper width-guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the paperlength guide. 4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Click OK. 4. Open the Print dialog box. 5. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then specify the following settings: • Source: Upper tray • Paper Type: Automatic or Plain paper 6. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. 7.12 Iron-on transfers Guidelines • Use HP Iron-on Transfers for great results. • When printing a mirror image, the text and the pictures are horizontally reversed from what appears on the computer screen.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box. 3. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then specify the following settings: • Source: Upper tray • Paper Type: Automatic or Plain paper 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 8 Printing tips Save time • Use the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory to reload the printer less often. • Print in reverse page order. • Print collated copies. Save money • Print a two-sided document. • Print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper. Enhance the quality of printouts • Select the right paper type. • Select the right print quality. • Resize the document as needed. • Print a borderless brochure. 8.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. In the Source drop-down list, click Lower tray. 8.2 Setting the page order Setting the page order determines the order in which your document will be printed. Frequently, it is convenient to have the first page of a document printed last so that the complete document is lying face-up in the Out tray. Follow these steps to set the page order: 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Paper Handling panel.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Do one of the following actions: • Select the Reverse Page Order check box to print the first page of the document last. This is the appropriate setting for most print jobs. • Clear the Reverse Page Order check box to print the last page of the document last. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. Note: The reverse page order feature is only available in Mac OS X 10.3 and later. 8.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 8.4 Automatic two-sided printing To print a two-sided document automatically, one of the following accessories must be attached to the printer: Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray The two-sided printing accessories only support certain paper types. For a list of supported paper types, see the documentation that came with the accessory. Printing Follow these instructions to print a two-sided document: 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Book binding Tablet binding 3. Change any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. After the first side of the page is printed, the printer pauses while the ink dries. After the ink is dry, the paper is pulled back into the duplexer and the reverse side of the page is printed. Note: Do not remove the paper from the printer until both sides of the page have been printed. 8.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4. For Layout Direction, select the option for how you want the multiple pages arranged on a single sheet of paper. 5. If you want a border to appear around each page image that is printed on the sheet of paper, select the border that you want from the Border menu. 6. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. Note: The two-sided printing controls on the Layout panel are not operational for the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. In the Paper Type drop-down list, click Automatic. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. Selecting a specific paper type When printing a higher-quality printout, it is recommended that you select a specific paper type. Follow these steps to select a specific paper type: 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. In the Paper Type drop-down list, click the appropriate paper type. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. 8.7 Selecting a print quality Follow these steps to select a print quality from the printer software: 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Select one of the following from the Quality drop-down list: • FastDraft: prints at the fastest printing speed. • Fast normal: prints more quickly than the Normal mode and at a higher print quality than FastDraft. • Normal: provides the best balance between print quality and speed. This is the appropriate setting for most documents. • Best: provides high-quality printing.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 2. In the Scale box, type the percentage by which you want to shrink or enlarge the document. • Type a number from 25 to 99 to reduce a document image. • Type a number from 101 to 400 to enlarge a document image. 3. Click OK, and then print the document. 8.9 Printing a borderless brochure You can print a borderless brochure on glossy brochure paper. For instructions about printing a borderless photo, see the borderless photo page.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Click the appropriate borderless paper size in the Paper Size list. 4. Click OK. 5. Open the Print dialog box. 6. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel. 7. In the Paper Type drop-down list, click the appropriate brochure paper. 8. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print. 8.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. In the Source drop-down list, click one of the following options: • Upper tray: prints from the In tray. • Lower tray: prints from the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory. • Rear tray: prints from the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray. This option appears only if the accessory is attached to the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 9 Printer software • Print settings • Page Setup dialog box • Print dialog box • Managing the printer (Mac OS X 10.3 and later) • Managing the printer (Mac OS X 10.2 and earlier) • Viewing and changing the status of a print job (Mac OS X 10.3 and later) 9.1 Print settings The printer is controlled by software that is installed on your computer. Use the printer software, known as the printer driver, to change the print settings for a document.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Set the paper size for a document. • Resize a document. • Specify the document orientation. 9.3 Print dialog box Use the Print dialog box to modify print settings for the document that you are printing. The options that appear depend on the panel that you selected. To use the Print dialog box, open the document that you want to print, click File, and then click Print. 1. Printer: Select the printer. 2. Presets: Select a group of saved print options.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Panel Menu: Toggle among print setting panels, an application-specific panel, and a summary of print settings for the document. 4. ?: Open MacHelp. 5. Preview: View an online preview of the printed document. 6. Save as PDF: Save a copy of the document in Adobe PDF format. 7. Fax: Click to send the document as a fax. Note: The Fax option is available in Mac OS X 10.3 and later only. 8. Cancel: Close the Print dialog box without printing the document. 9.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Click the Set Up Printer button. Printer List appears. Adding a printer Follow these steps to add a printer to your computer: 1. Open Printer List. 2. Click Add. The Add Printer List dialog box appears.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Select the connection type for the printer (for example, USB). 4. Select the printer name from the printer list. 5. Click Add. Setting a default printer Follow these steps to set the printer as the computer's default printer: 1. Open Printer List. 2. Click the printer name. 3. Select the printer, and then click Make Default. Deleting a printer Follow these steps to delete a printer from your computer: 1. Open Printer List. 2.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Deleting a printer Adding a printer Follow these steps to add a printer to your computer: 1. Open Print Center. 2. Click Add. The Add Printer List dialog box appears. 3. Select USB from the menu.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4. Select the printer name from the printer list. 5. Click Add. Setting a default printer Follow these steps to set the printer as the computer's default printer: 1. Open the Print Center. 2. Click the printer name. 3. Select the printer, and then click Make Default. The printer name appears in bold text to indicate that it is the default printer. Deleting a printer Follow these steps to delete a printer from your computer: 1. Open Print Center. 2.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4. Click a print job to select it.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 10 Maintenance • Installing print cartridges • Aligning print cartridges • Calibrating color • Automatically cleaning print cartridges • Manually cleaning the print cartridges • Printing a test page • View estimated ink levels • Removing ink from skin and clothing • Maintaining print cartridges • Maintaining the printer body • Using the HP Inkjet Toolbox 10.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Selection number label Ink back-up mode The printer can operate with only one print cartridge installed. For more information, see the ink back-up mode page. Installation instructions Follow these steps so install a print cartridge: 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Load a stack of letter-size or A4-size plain, white paper in the In tray. 3. Open the printer cover. 4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 6. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the pink, plastic tape. 1. Remove the pink tape only Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. They are required electrical contacts. 1. Do not touch the copper strips 7.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Note: After you insert the print cartridge, verify that the copper contacts of the print cartridge touch the back of the print cartridge cradle. 8. Push down on the print cartridge latch until it snaps closed. 9. Close the printer cover. The printer automatically prints a calibration page. For information about storing print cartridges, see the print cartridge storage page.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 10.2 Aligning print cartridges The printer automatically aligns the print cartridges after a new print cartridge is installed. You can also align the print cartridges at other times to ensure optimal print quality. To calibrate the print cartridges: 1. Load letter-size or A4-size plain white paper in the In tray. 2. Open the HP Inkjet Toolbox. 3. Select the Calibrate panel. 4. Click the Align button, and then follow the onscreen instructions. 10.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 10.5 Manually cleaning the print cartridges If the printer is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris can accumulate on the print cartridge contacts. Gathering cleaning supplies You will need the following items to clean the print cartridges.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles. Touching the ink nozzles will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 1. Clean only the copper contacts Repeat this process until no ink residue or dust appears on the swab that you use to clean the contacts. 3. Insert the print cartridges in the printer, and then close the printer cover. 10.6 Printing a test page Follow these steps to print a test page: 1. Open the HP Inkjet Toolbox.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Surface Remedy Skin Wash the area with an abrasive soap. White fabric Wash the fabric in cold water and use chlorine bleach. Color fabric Wash the fabric in cold water and use sudsy ammonia. Caution: Always use cold water to remove ink from fabric. Warm or hot water can set the ink into the fabric. 10.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Removing the print cartridge from the print cartridge protector Press down and back on the top of the protector to release the cartridge. Slide the cartridge out of the protector. Caution: Do not drop the print cartridge. Dropping the print cartridge can damage it. 10.10 Maintaining the printer body Because the printer ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist, ink smudges will eventually appear on the printer case and adjacent surfaces.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 2. Double-click Applications, and then double-click Utilities. 3. Double-click HP Printer Selector. 4. Select the printer, and then click Utilities. The HP Inkjet Toolbox appears. Mac OS X (version 10.2.x) 1. In Finder, click Applications, then click Utilities, and then double-click Print Center. 2. Select the printer, and then click Configure. The HP Inkjet Toolbox appears. Mac OS X (version 10.3) 1. In the Apple menu, click System Preferences. 2.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Clean: Cleans the print cartridges. • Ink Levels: Provides estimated ink levels. • Calibrate: Aligns the print cartridges. • Calibrate Color: Adjusts color to correct problems with tint. • Supplies: Provides print cartridge selection numbers. • Support: Provides access to the HP Web site where you can find support for the printer and information about HP products and supplies. • Register: Takes you to the HP Web site to register the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 11 Troubleshooting • Ethernet problems • Wireless networking problems • Printer is not printing • Paper jam • Paper problems • Print quality is poor • Document is misprinted • Photos are not printing correctly • Banners are not printing correctly • Borderless printing problems • Error messages • Printer lights are on or flashing • Document prints slowly • PictBridge problems • If you continue to have problems 11.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide State of the Link light Task On Resend the document, then look at the Activity light. Off Verify the following: • The Ethernet cable is securely connected to the printer. • The network hub, switch, or router is on and working properly. • The printer is connected to the network. Activity light Follow these steps if the Link light is on, but the printer does not print: 1. Wait until the printer is idle. 2. Try to reprint the document. 3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Cannot open the printer's embedded Web server (EWS) Verify the following: • You are not using a phone cord to connect the printer to the network • The Ethernet cable is securely connected to the printer. • The network hub, switch, or router is on and working properly. • The computer that you are using is connected to the network. If you still cannot access the printer's EWS, then follow these steps: 1. Print an HP Report page. 2. Find the printer's IP address. 3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • The printer is free of paper jams. If any of these items are problems, then see the printer is not printing page. If the HP Report page does print, try the following steps: Check the Wireless Status light Look at the printer's Wireless Status light: State of the Wireless Status light Task On Follow these steps. Off Verify the following: • An Ethernet cable is not connected to the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide State of the Wireless Status light Task Flashes The printer's wireless communications feature is operating correctly. Try these solutions, again. The wireless radio is functioning but the printer and the computer cannot communicate. Does not flash • The printer's network settings do not match the settings for your network. Follow these steps. • The computer might be set to the wrong network location. Follow these steps.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Problem Solution The WAP filters hardware addresses (MAC addresses) Follow these steps. One of these settings in the printer might be incorrect: • Communication mode • Network Name (SSID) • Channel (Ad hoc networks only) Follow these steps. • Authentication Type • Encryption • WPA 3. Reprint the document. If the document still does not print, then reset the printer to its factory defaults and use the printer software CD to reinstall the printer software.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide A personal software firewall is blocking communication between the printer and the computer The personal software firewall is a security program that protects a computer from intrusion. However, the personal firewall might block communication between the computer and the printer. If you cannot communicate with the printer, try disabling the personal firewall. If you are still unable to communicate with the printer, then re-enable the firewall.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Click the Networking tab, and then click Wireless (802.11) under the Connections heading. 4. Use the Wireless Setup wizard on the Wireless Setup tab to change the printer's settings to match the settings of the network. 5. Close the printer's EWS, then disconnect the Ethernet cable from the printer. 11.3 Printer is not printing Verify the following • The printer is connected to the power source. • The cable connections are secure. • The printer is turned on.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 11.4 Paper jam Do not clear a paper jam from the front of the printer. Follow these steps to remove a paper jam: 1. Press the Resume button. If the paper jam does not clear, then go to the next step. 2. Push the two latch handles on the rear access door toward each other, and then remove the door. 3. Remove any paper that is inside the printer by pulling it out from the back of the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Accessories? If the Two-Sided Printing Accessory is attached to the printer, follow these steps to clear a paper jam from the Two-Sided Printing Accessory. If the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray is attached to the printer, follow these steps to clear a paper jam Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray. 11.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Move the printer away from direct sunlight. The printer may have been placed in direct sunlight, which can affect the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor. • Select a paper type other than Automatic. • If you are performing a color calibration, install both the tri-color and photo print cartridges. • If you are printing a borderless document and the Resume light and Print Cartridge Status light are flashing, follow the borderless printing guidelines.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Plastic tape 4. Consider selecting a higher print quality. Increase the ink volume 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel. 3. Click the Ink tab. 4. Move the Ink Density slider toward Light or Heavy. 5. Move the Dry Time slider toward More. 6. Click Print. Blank pages print • The protective piece of plastic tape might still be attached to the print cartridges.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 2. Confirm that the paper guides fit firmly against the edge of the envelope. 3. Reprint the envelope. Parts of the document are missing or printed in the wrong place 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box and verify the following settings: • Paper Size: The appropriate paper size. • Scale: Select to scale text and graphics to fit on the paper. • Orientation: Verify the appropriate orientation. 2. If you are using OS X Classic, open the Print dialog box. 3.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Panel Setting Paper Type: The appropriate photo paper type Quality: Best or Maximum dpi Paper Type/Quality Digital Photo: Used for photo enhancement options (see HP digital photography options) Source: Upper tray Colors are tinted or incorrect If colors in photographs appear tinted or incorrect, follow these steps: 1. Align the print cartridges. 2. Reprint the photograph. 3. If colors are still tinted or incorrect, calibrate the color.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Verify that photo paper is not curled. If the photo paper is curled, place the paper in a plastic bag and gently bend it the opposite direction of the curl until the paper lies flat. If the problem persists, then use photo paper that is not curled. For instructions about preventing photo paper from curling, see the photo paper storage page. Fading occurs near the edges of a printout Install a photo print cartridge in the printer. 11.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 11.10 Borderless printing problems Guidelines When printing borderless printouts, follow these guidelines: • Verify that the paper size that is specified in the Page Setup dialog box matches the size of the paper that is loaded in the In tray. • Select the appropriate paper type in the Paper Type/Quality panel. • Do not print borderless documents in the ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Fading occurs near the edges of a printout Install a photo print cartridge in the printer. Streaks appear in a light portion of a printout Install a photo print cartridge in the printer. Image is printed at an angle Follow these steps if the image is printed at an angle: 1. Remove all paper from the In tray.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 2. Load the photo paper correctly in the In tray. 3. Verify that the paper guides fit firmly against the media. Printout has an unwanted border For most photo paper types If the printout has an unwanted border, then align the print cartridges. For photo paper with a tear-off tab If the border appears below the tear-off tab, then remove the tab. If the border appears above the tear-off tab, then align the print cartridges.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 11.11 Error messages Out of paper message If the In tray or optional lower tray contains paper 1. Verify the following: • There is sufficient paper in the paper tray (at least ten sheets). • The paper tray is not overly full. • The paper stack is touching the back of the paper tray. 2. Slide the paper guides so that they fit firmly against the edges of the paper. 3. Press the Resume button to continue printing. If the In tray or optional lower tray is empty 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 11.12 Printer lights are on or flashing What the lights indicate The printer lights indicate the printer status. Wireless Status light is flashing For information about the Wireless Status light, see the Wireless Status light page. Power light is flashing The printer is preparing to print. The light stops flashing when the printer has received all data. Resume light is flashing There might be a paper jam Follow these instructions to clear a paper jam.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide After cleaning the print cartridge, reinsert it into the printer. If the print cartridge status light continues to flash, replace the print cartridge. All lights are flashing Restart the printer. 1. Press the Power button to turn off the printer, then press the Power button to restart the printer. Proceed to step 2 if the lights continue to flash. 2. Press the Power button to turn off the printer. 3. Disconnect the printer power cord from the electrical outlet.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide For information about updating the printer driver, visit the HP Web site at www. hp.com/support. Two-sided documents are printing Printing two-sided documents takes more time than printing single-sided documents. Computer does not meet system requirements If your computer does not have enough RAM or does not have a large amount of free space on the hard drive, then the printer processing time will be longer. 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 12 Optional accessories The following optional accessories are available to be used with your HP printer. Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray If an accessory is not included with your printer, it can be purchased separately from an authorized HP dealer. For accessory part numbers, see the accessory supply list. Note: The availability of accessories varies by country/region.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Note: The duplexer is not available in all countries/regions. The duplexer only supports certain paper types. For a list of supported paper types, see the duplexer specifications. Learn how to install the duplexer. Use the duplexer to print a two-sided document automatically. Follow these tips to solve automatic two-sided printing problems. 12.1.1 Installing the duplexer Follow these steps to attach the duplexer to your printer: 1.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Note: Do not press the buttons on either side of the duplexer when installing it in the printer. Use the buttons only when removing the duplexer from the printer. 12.1.2 Automatic two-sided printing problems Option for automatic two-sided printing cannot be selected Verify the following: • The duplexer is attached to the printer. • A supported paper size is selected in the Page Setup dialog box.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Binding margin is in the wrong place You might have chosen an incorrect paper orientation. 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Two-Sided Printing panel. 3. Verify that the correct binding has been selected: • The Book button is selected for binding along the side. • The Tablet button is selected for binding along the top. 12.1.3 Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory specifications Dimensions when attached to printer 124.6 mm (4.9 in) tall x 320.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • A6: 105 x 148.5 mm • Hagaki: 100 x 148 mm • L size: 89 x 127 mm 12.2 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory The 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory expands the paper capacity of your printer to 400 sheets. It is useful for high-volume printing and for occasions when you want to use the In tray for special media such as letterhead paper, but still have plain paper readily available. The 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory only supports certain paper size.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4. Gently place the printer on top of the paper tray. 12.2.2 Loading the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory Two parts The 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory has two parts. 1. Base 2. Lower tray The lower tray has three size adjusters.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Paper-width guide 2. Paper-width fence 3. Paper-length guide Note: When changing the paper size in the paper tray, you must set all three paper guides. Setting the paper size When changing the paper size in the paper tray, all three paper guides must be set to the correct setting. Follow these steps to set the paper size: 1. Remove the lower tray from the base. 2. Slide the paper-width guide until the arrow is even with the correct setting.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Align the arrows Note: To print on legal-sized paper, set the paper-width guide to LTR. 3. Set the paper-width fence by carefully inserting it into the appropriate slots. 1. Tilt the fence forward. 2. Insert the fence into the appropriate slots 3. Tilt the fence back until it locks into place Note: To print on legal-sized paper, set the paper-width fence to LTR. 4. Set the paper-length guide by pulling it until the arrow lines up with the paper size.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 1. Align the arrows Note: To print on legal-sized paper, pull the paper-length guide all the way out. Loading paper Follow these steps to load paper: 1. Remove the lower tray from the base. 2. Verify that all three paper guides are set to the correct setting. 3. Insert the paper into the lower tray. 4. Insert the lower tray in the base until it locks into place.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 12.2.3 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory specifications Dimensions 448 mm (17.64 in) wide x 65 mm (2.56 in) high x 384 (15.12 in) mm deep Weight 1.99 kg (4.40 lb) Media weight Letter/A4 paper: 60 to 105 g/m² (16 to 28 lbs) Media sizes US Letter: 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in) Executive: 184 x 267 mm (7.25 x 10.5 in) A4: 210 x 297 mm A5: 148 x 210 mm B5: 182 x 257 mm 12.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Photo paper and envelopes can be printed on one side by using the small paper tray. • Print two-sided documents automatically. If the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray is not included with your printer, it can be purchased separately from an authorized HP dealer. The accessory only supports certain paper types. For a list of supported paper types, see the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray specifications.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Note: Do not press the buttons on either side of the accessory when installing it into the printer. Use the buttons only when removing the accessory from the printer. 12.3.2 Printing postcards Guidelines • Use only cards that meet the specifications for the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray. For more information, see the Auto TwoSided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray specifications.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 4. Slide the paper-width guide against the edge of the cards. Printing 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings: • Paper Size: The appropriate paper size Note: To print a borderless card, click the borderless photo size that matches the card size. • Orientation: The appropriate orientation 2. Click OK. 3. Open the Print dialog box. 4.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide • Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing photos. • Verify that the photo paper that you are using is flat. For information about preventing photo paper from curling, see the photo paper storage instructions. • Do not exceed the maximum capacity of the rear tray: 80 sheets of photo paper. Preparing to print 1. Slide the paper-width guide to the left. 2. Pull the paper lever forward and insert the photo paper.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Printing 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings: • Paper Size: The appropriate paper size Note: To print a borderless photo, select a borderless photo paper size. • Orientation: The appropriate orientation 2. Click OK. 3. Open the Print dialog box. 4. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then select the following settings: • Source: Rear tray • Paper Type: The appropriate photo paper type • Quality: Best or Maximum dpi 5.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 3. Release the paper lever. 4. Slide the paper-width guide against the edge of the envelopes. Printing 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box. 3. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then select the following settings: • Source: Rear tray • Paper Type: Plain paper 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 12.3.5 Problems with the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray Paper jam Do not clear a paper jam from the front of the printer. Follow these steps to remove a paper jam from the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray. 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Press the buttons on the left and right sides of the accessory, and then remove it from the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 5. Tilt the Small Paper Tray forward and open the lower door of the accessory. 1. Tilt the Small Paper Tray 2. Open the lower door 6. Remove any paper that is inside the accessory. 7. Close the accessory, and then secure the back lever to close the accessory. 8. Re-attach the accessory to the printer.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Paper size changes when the two-sided printing option is selected The paper size is not supported by the duplexer. Binding margin is in the wrong place You might have chosen an incorrect paper orientation. 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Two-Sided Printing panel. 3. Verify that the correct binding has been selected: • The Book button is selected for binding along the side. • The Tablet button is selected for binding along the top.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Small paper tray specifications Media thickness: 7-12 mils Media sizes: • Size range: • Width: 81.3 to 106 mm (3.2 to 4.17 in) • Length: 116.8 to 304.8 mm (4.6 to 12 in) • Cards: • 10x15 cm, 10x15 cm with tab • 4x6 in, 4x6 in with tab • A6, 105x148 mm • Index card, 4x6 in. • L, 89x127 mm • Photo paper: • 10x15 cm, 10x15 cm with tab • 4x6 in, 4x6 in.
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HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 13 Specifications • Printer specifications • Environmental statement • Print cartridge recovery 13.1 Printer specifications See the reference guide that came with your printer for complete printer specifications, including the following information: • Types, sizes, and weights of paper and other printing media that can be used with your printer • Print speeds and resolutions • Power requirements 13.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Printer packaging: The packaging materials for this printer have been selected to provide maximum protection for the least cost possible, while attempting to minimize environmental impact and facilitate recycling. The rugged design of the HP Deskjet printer assists in minimizing both packaging materials and damage rates. Plastic parts: All major plastics and plastic parts are marked according to international standards.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Returned cartridges are separated for purification into raw materials for use in other industries to manufacture new products. Examples of products made from recycled HP print cartridge materials include automobile parts, trays used in microchip fabrication processes, copper wire, steel plates, and the precious materials used in electronics. Depending on the model, HP is able to recycle up to 65% of the print cartridge by weight.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide 14 Supplies • Paper • USB cables • Accessories • Print cartridges Note: The availability of supplies and accessories varies by country/region. 14.1 Paper To order media such as HP Premium Paper, HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film, HP Iron-On Paper, or HP Greeting Cards, go to www.hp.com. Choose your country/region, and then select Buy or Shopping. 14.2 USB cables Note: The availability of supplies varies by country/region. C6518A HP USB A-B 2 M cable 14.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Index A acknowledgements ad hoc mode AdobeRGB AES Align button aligning print cartridges authentication Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray envelopes installation paper jam part number printing from a digital camera printing problems small photos Automatic Paper-Type Sensor Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory installation part number B borderless photos large borderless photos panoramic borderless photos small borderless photos borderless pho
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide Resume C CMYK values, setting collated copies color calibration color options communication modes ad hoc mode infrastructure mode connectivity Ethernet Wi-Fi networking wireless networking contrast enhancement conventions D digital flash digital photographs duplexer E embedded Web server (EWS) encryption energy consumption envelope is printed at an angle environmental statement error messages Ethernet basics connecting the printer to a network embedded Web ser
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide lights network examples networking glossary printing on an Ethernet network G gray photo print cartridge H HP Report page I In tray infrastructure mode ink-backup mode ink, removing ink from skin and clothing installing print cartridges L layout panel lights are flashing Ethernet lights Network icon Power Print Cartridge Status lights Resume M maintenance printer tools maximum dpi mirror image N Network icon network locations 171
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide network name (SSID) networking glossary notices O optional 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory installation loading part number specifications using orientation Out tray P page order paper jam paper supplies paper trays photo print cartridge Photo/envelope feeder photographs digital photos 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi printing black-and-white borderless color options enhancing maximum dpi printing problems storing photo paper photos, printing large borderless pho
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide small photos with a white border PictBridge lights flashing photos are not printing printing printing from the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray Print Cartridge Status lights print cartridges align black print cartridge cleaning automatically cleaning manually gray photo print cartridge installing maintaining photo print cartridge recovery recycling replacing storing tri-color print cartridge print quality print settings printer does not reflec
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide R recycling print cartridges removing ink from skin and clothing Report Page button resizing documents rotate 180 degrees S scaling settings sharpness SmartFocus smoothing T terms TKIP troubleshooting blank pages print document prints slowly error messages paper jam parts of the document are printed in the wrong place parts of the document are missing photos are not printing correctly print is faded printer ejects paper printer is not printing printer prints on
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