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hp LaserJet 5100Le printer use guide
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Contents 1 Printer Basics Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Printer Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Printer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Printer Parts and Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Accessories and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Printing Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Using Features in the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Customizing Tray 1 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Printing by Type and Size of Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Job Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Proofing and Holding a Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Printing a Private Job . . .
Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-13 Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-13 Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-14 B Control Panel Menus Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 Private/Stored Jobs Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2 Information Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Printer Basics Overview Congratulations on your purchase of an HP LaserJet 5100 series printer. If you have not done so, see the start guide provided with the printer for setup instructions. Now that the printer is set up and ready to use, take a few moments to get to know the printer. This chapter introduces the following: • Features and benefits of the printer. • Important printer parts and locations. • Accessories and supplies available for the printer.
Printer Features and Benefits Many of the printer’s features and benefits are outlined below. Specific chapters contain more information on each feature. See this guide’s index or contents to locate this information. Wide Format Printing Increased capability from your laser printer: • Prints on paper sizes up to 312 x 470 mm (12.28 x 18.5 inches). • Prints full bleed images (up to A3 size and 279 x 432 mm [11 x 17 inches]) by printing images on larger paper that can be trimmed to the edges.
Expandability Ability to grow with the printing needs of workgroups: • 3 built-in DIMM slots for memory expansion. • Available flash and memory DIMM cards. • Up to 192 MB maximum memory capability. Paper Handling Versatile to meet a combination of user needs: • 100 sheet multi-purpose tray. • 250 sheet paper tray. Best Value Providing industry-leading value to customers: • 10,000 page print cartridge.
Printer Information Congratulations on your purchase of the HP LaserJet 5100Le printer! This printer (product number: Q1863A) is a 22 pages per minute (ppm) laser printer that comes standard with a 100-sheet multi-purpose Tray 1, a 250-sheet Tray 2, and 16 MB of memory. The printer is able to print full-bleed images on paper sizes up to A3 and 11 x 17 in (279 x 432 mm).
Printer Parts and Locations Paper stop Top output bin Control panel and display Top cover Product and serial numbers (located on the underside of the top cover) Tray 1 (100-sheet) Tray 2 (250-sheet) Paper level indicator Paper size indicator (set with dial inside tray) Latches (to open rear door) Rear door (paper jam access) Power switch Rear output bin (straight-through paper path) Power connector Parallel interface connector Figure 1 ENWW Printer Parts (front and rear views) Chapter 1: Printer
Accessories and Supplies You can increase the capabilities of the printer with optional accessories and supplies. Memory, font, or flash DIMM Note Figure 2 Use accessories and supplies specifically designed for the printer to ensure optimum performance.
Ordering Information Use only accessories specifically designed for this printer. To order an accessory, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the telephone support flyer included with the printer.) Cable and Interface Accessories Memory, Fonts, and Mass Storage Printing Supplies Ordering Information ENWW Item Description or Use Part Number HP Multipurpose Paper HP brand paper for a variety of uses (1 box of 10 reams, 500 sheets each). To order a sample, in the U.S.
Item Description or Use Part Number HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide A guide to using paper and other print media with HP LaserJet printers. 5963-7863 PCL 5/PJL Technical Reference Documentation CD A guide to using printer commands with HP LaserJet printers. 5961-0976 HP LaserJet 5100Le Start Guide An additional copy of the start guide. Q1860-90901 Printer Maintenance Kit Contains user-replaceable parts and instructions for routine printer maintenance.
Control Panel Layout The printer’s control panel consists of the following: READY 2-line display Ready Data Go Attention Menu Item - Value + Cancel Job Figure 3 Select Control Panel Layout Control Panel Lights ENWW Light Indication Ready The printer is ready to print. Data The printer is processing information. Attention Action is required. See the control panel display.
Control Panel Keys Key Function [Go] • Places the printer either online or offline. • Prints any data residing in the printer’s buffer. • Allows the printer to resume printing after being offline. Clears most printer messages and places the printer online. • Allows the printer to continue printing with an error message such as TRAY x LOAD [TYPE] [SIZE] or UNEXPECTED PAPER SIZE.
Control Panel Menus For a complete list of control panel items and possible values, see page B-1. Press [Menu] for access to all control panel menus. To change a control panel setting: 1 2 3 4 Press [Menu] until the desired menu appears. Press [Item] until the desired item appears. Press [- Value +] until the desired setting appears. Press [Select] to save the selection. An asterisk (*) appears next to the selection in the display, indicating that it is now the default. 5 Press [Go] to exit the menu.
Configure the control panel display language (Optional) By default, the control panel on the printer displays messages in English. If necessary, set the printer to display messages and print configuration pages in another supported language. 1 Turn the printer off. 2 Hold down [Select] while turning on the printer. 3 When SELECT LANGUAGE appears in the LED display, release [Select]. 4 After the printer has finished initializing, LANGUAGE = ENGLISH will appear in the LED display.
Printer Software The printer comes with helpful software on a compact disc. See the start guide for installation instructions. Note Check the ReadMe file provided on the compact disc for additional software included and supported languages. The printer drivers provided on the compact disc must be installed to take full advantage of the printer’s features. The other software programs are recommended, but are not required for operation. See the ReadMe file for more information.
Printer Drivers Printer drivers access the printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer (via a printer language). Note Check the ReadMe file provided on the compact disc for additional software included and supported languages. Certain printer features are available only from the PCL 6 driver. See the printer software help for availability of features. Drivers Included with the Printer The following printer drivers are included with the printer.
Additional Drivers You can obtain the following printer drivers by downloading them from the Internet, or by requesting them from an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the telephone support flyer included with the printer.) • OS/2 PCL/PCL 6 printer driver* • AutoCAD™ (Rev. 15 compatible Windows printer driver available on the compact disc. Rev. 14 printer driver available with HP LaserJet 5100 printer drivers (http://www,hp.com/lj5100).
Software for Windows Use the Typical Install or Custom Install option to install the HP software. (This includes several printer drivers. For more information, see page 17.) Access the Windows Printer Driver To configure the driver, access it in one of the following ways: Temporarily Change Settings (from a software application) Change Default Settings (across all applications) Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows Me From the File menu, click Print, and then click Setup or Properties.
Choose the Right Driver for Your Needs Choose a printer driver based on the way you use the printer. • Use the PCL 6 driver to take full advantage of the printer’s • features. Unless backward compatibility with previous PCL drivers or older printers is necessary, the PCL 6 driver is recommended. Use the PCL 5e driver if you want print results to look comparable to those from older printers. Certain features are not available in this driver.
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2 Printing Tasks Overview This chapter presents basic printing tasks, such as: • Selecting the output bin. • Loading the trays. • Printing on special paper, such as letterhead and envelopes. This chapter also introduces some advanced printing tasks, to help you take full advantage of the printer’s features. These tasks are “advanced” because they require you to change settings from a software application, the printer driver, or the printer’s control panel.
Selecting the Output Bin The printer has two output locations: the rear output bin and the top output bin. To use the top output bin, be sure the rear output bin is closed. To use the rear output bin, open it. The following table shows the minimum and maximum sizes of paper supported in the output bins. Width Top Output Bin Rear Output Bin From 3.9 to 11.7 inches wide (100 to 297 mm wide) From 3 to 12.28 inches wide (76 to 312 mm wide) Length From 5 to 18.
Printing to the Top Output Bin The top output bin collects paper face-down, in correct order.
Printing to the Rear Output Bin The printer always prints to the rear output bin if it is open. Paper comes out of the printer face-up, with the last page on top. To open the rear output bin, grasp the handle at the top of the bin and pull the bin down. Slide out the first extension, then flip open the second extension if necessary. Printing from Tray 1 to the rear output bin provides the straightest paper path.
Adjust the Paper Stop For printing stacks of large paper only, the paper stop on the top output bin prevents long paper from being pushed over the edge of the printer. 1 Push in the center of the paper stop to release it. 2 Pull the paper stop out until it stops. 3 Flip up the end section. 4 Adjust the paper stop to the desired size.
Loading Tray 1 Note To avoid paper jams, do not load trays while the printer is printing. Tray 1 is a multi-purpose tray that holds a variety of paper, including up to 100 sheets of paper, 10 envelopes, or 20 index cards. The printer might pull paper from Tray 1 first. To change this, see page 45. For supported sizes of paper, see page A-4. 1 Open Tray 1 and pull out the tray extension. 2 If the paper being loaded is longer than 9 in (229 mm), flip open the second tray extension.
Loading Tray 2 The following instructions are for loading Tray 2. For supported sizes of paper, see page A-5. Note To avoid paper jams, do not load trays while the printer is printing. 1 Pull the tray completely out of the printer. Lift the tray cover. 2 Rotate the dial in the tray so the printer will read the correct size of paper. The toggle switch accesses more sizes. An error might occur if the dial is not set properly. Note Setting the dial adjusts the printer’s sensors.
B A A 5 Align the rear guide with the desired paper size. With the guide angled slightly toward the front of the tray, insert the two front tabs (A) into the appropriate holes. Push the guide upright, snapping the center tab (B) into place. The guide must always be placed correctly in the tray (even for 11 x 17 or A3 paper). 6 Adjust the side guides to the proper size. 7 Load the tray. For correct orientation, see page 32.
Printing Special Paper Special paper includes letterhead, prepunched (including 3-hole punched), envelopes, labels, transparencies, full-bleed images, rotated paper, index cards, postcards, custom-size, and heavy paper. Printing Letterhead, Prepunched, or Preprinted Paper When printing letterhead, prepunched, or preprinted paper, it is important to load the trays with the correct orientation. Note It may be necessary to print prepunched paper in a rotated orientation (page 37).
Paper Orientation Figure 8 Paper Orientation for Tray 1 • Load letter, A4, A5, Executive, and B5 paper with the • side-to-be-printed facing up, and the top, short edge toward the right. Load other sizes of paper with the side-to-be-printed facing up, and the top, short edge toward the printer. Figure 9 Paper Orientation for Tray 2 • Load letter, A4, A5, Executive, and B5 paper with the • side-to-be-printed facing down, and the top, short edge toward the right.
Printing Envelopes Many types of envelopes can be printed from Tray 1. (Up to 10 can be stacked in the tray.) Printing performance depends on the construction of the envelope. Always test a few sample envelopes before purchasing a large quantity. • Set margins at least 0.6 inch (15 mm) from the edge of the envelope. • To minimize curl and wrinkling, always print envelopes to the rear output bin.
Loading Envelopes in Tray 1 1 Open Tray 1 and pull out the tray extension. If the envelopes are longer than 9 inches (229 mm), flip open the second tray extension. 2 Open the rear output bin and pull out the tray extension. (This reduces envelope curl and wrinkling.) 3 Load up to 10 envelopes in the center of Tray 1 with the side-to-be-printed facing up, and the postage-end toward the front of the tray. Slide the envelopes into the printer as far as they will go without forcing them.
Printing Labels Use only labels recommended for use in laser printers. Multi-thickness labels and labels that do not stack flat might print better rotated. To print rotated paper, see page 37. Make sure that labels meet the specifications for the input tray you use (page A-8). Do: • Print a stack of 50 labels from Tray 1 or a stack of 50 to 100 labels • • from Tray 2. For proper page orientation when printing labels, see page 32.
Printing Transparencies Use only transparencies recommended for use in laser printers. For transparency specifications, see page A-8. • Load transparencies in Tray 1 with the side-to-be printed facing • • up and the top edge toward the right. To prevent transparencies from becoming too hot or sticking together, use the top output bin by closing the rear output bin (page 25). Remove each transparency from the output bin before printing another.
Printing Rotated Paper The printer can print letter, A4, A5, Executive, and B5 (JIS) in a rotated orientation (short-edge first) from Tray 1. Rotated paper prints more slowly than paper that feeds long-edge first. Some types of paper feed better if rotated, such as prepunched paper or labels that do not stack flat. Tray 1: 1 From the Paper Handling Menu in the printer’s control panel, select TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE.
Printing Full-Bleed Images Full-bleed images extend from edge to edge of the page. To achieve this effect, use larger paper, then trim its edges to the desired size. Caution Never print directly to the edge of paper. This causes toner to accumulate inside the printer, which may affect print quality and damage the printer. Print on paper up to 12.28 by 18.5 in (312 by 470 mm), leaving margins on all four sides of at least .08 inch (2 mm). Note When printing paper wider than 11.
Printing Cards, Custom-Size and Heavy Paper Custom-size paper can be printed from Tray 1. For paper specifications, see page A-2. Tray Minimum Size Maximum Size Tray 1 3 by 5 inches (76 by 127 mm) 12.28 by 18.5 inches (312 by 470 mm) The maximum paper weight is 53 lb (199 g/m2) from Tray 1. Note Heavy paper and very small or very large custom-size paper should be printed from Tray 1 to the rear output bin. Open the rear output bin to use it (page 26).
Guidelines for Printing Custom-Size Paper • Do not attempt to print on paper smaller than 3 inches (76 mm) • wide or 5 inches (127 mm) long. Set page margins at least .17 inch (4.23 mm) away from the edges. Setting Custom Paper Sizes When custom paper is loaded, size settings need to be selected from the software application (the preferred method), the printer driver, and from the printer’s control panel.
If the settings are not available from the software, set the custom paper size from the control panel: 1 From the Printing Menu set CONFIGURE CUSTOM PAPER=YES. 2 From the Printing Menu, select inches or millimeters as the unit of measurement. 3 From the Printing Menu, set the X dimension (the front edge of the paper) as shown in Figure 13.The X dimension can be 3 to 12.28 inches (76 to 312 mm) for Tray 1. Set the Y dimension (the side edge of the paper) as shown in Figure 13. The Y dimension can be 5 to 18.
Printing Vellum Vellum is special lightweight paper similar to parchment. Print vellum from Tray 1 only, and open the rear output bin. Do not print on both sides of vellum. 1 Load vellum with the side-to-be-printed facing up and the top, short edge toward the right. 2 Open the rear output bin. 3 From the Paper Handling Menu in the printer’s control panel, set TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE. 4 From the printer driver, set the type of paper for Tray 1 to vellum, and select paper by type.
Advanced Printing Tasks This section will help you take full advantage of the printer’s features. These tasks are “advanced” because they require you to change settings from the printer’s control panel or the printer driver. Using Features in the Printer Driver When you print from a software application, many of the printer’s features are available from the printer driver. To access Windows printer drivers, see page 16. Note HP PCL 5e, and PCL 6 drivers are slightly different.
Printing the First Page on Different Paper From the PCL 6 printer driver, you can choose to print the first page of a document on different paper than the rest of the pages. Look for “Use different paper for first page” in the printer driver. Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper You can print more than one page on a single sheet of paper. This feature is available in some printer drivers, and provides a cost-effective way to print draft pages.
Customizing Tray 1 Operation Customize Tray 1 to fit your printing needs. The printer can be set to print from Tray 1 as long as it is loaded, or to print only from Tray 1 if the type of paper loaded is specifically requested. Set TRAY 1 MODE=FIRST or TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE from the Paper Handling Menu in the printer’s control panel. (Print speed might be slightly slower when printing from Tray 1 when TRAY 1 MODE=FIRST.
Manually Feeding Paper from Tray 1 The Manual Feed feature allows you to print on special paper from Tray 1, such as envelopes or letterhead. If Manual Feed is selected, the printer will print only from Tray 1. Select Manual Feed through the software or printer driver. Manual Feed can also be enabled from the Paper Handling Menu in the printer’s control panel. Note When Manual Feed is selected, if TRAY 1 MODE=FIRST the printer automatically prints (if paper is in the tray).
Printing by Type and Size of Paper You can configure the printer to select paper by type (such as plain or letterhead) and size (such as letter or A4), as opposed to source (a paper tray). Benefits of Printing by Type and Size of Paper If you frequently use several different kinds of paper, once trays are set up correctly, you do not have to check which paper is loaded in each tray before you print. This is especially helpful when the printer is shared, and more than one person loads or removes paper.
Job Retention There are two job retention features available for the printer: Private Job and Proof and Hold. See the following pages for more information on each of these features. Note The private job and the proof and hold features work by using the printer’s available RAM memory. A minimum of 32 MB of RAM is required. To access each of the features, first follow the steps below, then continue to the section that describes the feature you wish to use. 1 2 3 4 Select Print from the application’s menu.
Proofing and Holding a Job The proof and hold feature provides a quick and easy way to print and proof one copy of a job and then print the additional copies. The job is held on the printer’s memory until the user prints the additional copies. After the additional copies are printed, the proof and hold job is deleted from the printer. Note The proof and hold feature works by using the printer’s available RAM memory. A minimum of 32 MB of RAM is required.
Printing a Private Job The private printing feature lets a user specify that a job is not printed until that user releases it using a 4-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) through the printer’s control panel. The user specifies the PIN in the driver and it is sent to the printer as part of the print job. Note The private job feature works by using the printer’s available RAM memory. A minimum of 32 MB of RAM is required.
Deleting a Private Job When a user sends a private job, the printer overwrites any previous jobs with the same name. A private job is automatically deleted from the printer’s memory after the user releases it for printing. Note If you turn the printer off and then back on, all quick copy, proof and hold, and private jobs are deleted. A private job can also be deleted from the printer’s control panel before it is ever printed. 1 Press [Menu] repeatedly until PRIVATE/STORED JOBS MENU appears.
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3 Printer Maintenance Overview This chapter explains basic printer maintenance. • Performing routine maintenance. • Managing the print cartridge. • Cleaning the printer.
Performing Routine Maintenance To ensure optimum print quality, the printer will prompt you to perform printer maintenance every 150,000 pages. When the PERFORM PRINTER MAINTENANCE message appears on the control panel, you will need to purchase a printer maintenance kit and install the new parts. To check the number of pages the printer has printed, print a configuration page (page 80). To order the printer maintenance kit, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider.
Managing the Print Cartridge HP Policy on Non-HP Print Cartridges Hewlett-Packard Company cannot recommend use of non-HP print cartridges, either new or remanufactured. Because they are not HP products, HP cannot influence their design or control their quality. Caution Any damage caused by a non-HP print cartridge is not covered under the HP warranty and service agreements. To install a new HP print cartridge, follow the instructions included in the start guide.
Continue Printing When Toner is Low When toner is low, the printer’s control panel displays the TONER LOW message. • If the TONER • LOW message displays, but the printer continues printing, TONER LOW is set to CONTINUE (the default setting). If the printer stops printing when low toner is detected, TONER LOW is set to STOP. To resume printing, press [Go]. The printer will continue to display TONER LOW until you replace the print cartridge.
Redistributing the Toner When toner is low, faded or light areas might appear on a printed page. You might be able to temporarily improve print quality by redistributing the toner. The following procedure might allow you to finish the current print job before replacing the print cartridge. 1 Open the top cover. 2 Remove the print cartridge from the printer. WARNING! Avoid reaching too far into the printer.
Cleaning the Printer To maintain print quality, follow the cleaning procedure (on the following page) every time the print cartridge is changed, or whenever print quality problems occur. As much as possible, keep the printer free from dust and debris. • Clean the outside of the printer with a slightly water-dampened • Caution cloth. Clean the inside with a dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use ammonia-based cleaners on or around the printer.
Cleaning the Printer Before beginning these steps, turn the printer off and unplug the power cord. 1 Open the top cover and remove the print cartridge. WARNING! Avoid reaching too far into the printer. The adjacent fusing area might be hot! Caution To prevent damage to the print cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes. 2 Wipe any dust or dirt off the paper feed guides (shaded areas) with a dry, lint-free cloth.
Using the Printer Cleaning Page If toner specks appear on the front or back side of your print jobs, follow the procedure below. From the printer’s control panel, do the following: 1 2 3 4 Note Press [Menu] until PRINT QUALITY MENU appears. Press [Item] until CREATE CLEANING PAGE appears. Press [Select] to create the cleaning page. Follow the instructions on the cleaning page to complete the cleaning process.
4 Problem Solving Overview This chapter will help you to troubleshoot and solve printer problems. Clear paper jams: Occasionally, paper can jam during printing. This section will help you to locate paper jams, properly clear them from the printer, and solve repeated paper jams. Understand printer messages: Many different messages can appear on the printer’s control panel display. Some messages tell the printer’s current status, such as INITIALIZING.
Clearing Paper Jams If the printer’s control panel displays a paper jam message, look for paper in the locations indicated in Figure 15, then see the procedure for clearing the paper jam. You might need to look for paper in other locations than indicated in the paper jam message. If the location of the paper jam is not obvious, look first in the top cover area. When clearing paper jams, be very careful not to tear the paper. If a small piece of paper is left in the printer, it could cause additional jams.
Clearing Jams from the Input Tray Areas Note To remove paper from the Tray 1 area, slowly pull the paper out of the printer. For all other trays, follow the steps below. 1 Slide the tray out of the printer, and remove any damaged paper from the tray. 2 If the edge of the paper is visible in the feed area, slowly pull the paper down and out of the printer. If the paper is not visible, look in the top cover area (page 60). Note Do not force the paper if it will not move easily.
Clearing Jams from the Top Cover Area 1 Open the top cover and remove the print cartridge. Caution To prevent damage to the print cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes. 2 Use the green handles to lift the paper access plates. 3 Slowly pull the paper out of the printer. Do not tear the paper! Note Avoid spilling loose toner. Using a dry, lint-free cloth, clean any loose toner that might have fallen into the printer (page 54).
Clearing Jams from the Output Areas Note If paper is jammed in the top output area, but most of the paper is still inside the printer, it is best to remove it through the rear door. 1 Push in the two gray latches to release the rear door. 2 Push down the green paper release levers. 3 Grasp both sides of the paper, and slowly pull the paper out of the printer. (There might be loose toner on the paper. Be careful not to spill it on yourself or into the printer.
Solving Repeated Paper Jams If paper jams occur frequently, try the following: • Check all the paper jam locations. A piece of paper might be stuck somewhere in the printer. (See page 58.) • Check that paper is correctly loaded in the trays, that the trays are correctly adjusted for the loaded paper size, and that the trays are not overfilled. (See the sections on loading paper, starting on page 24.) • Check that Tray 2 is completely inserted into the printer.
Understanding Printer Messages The following table explains messages that might display on the printer’s control panel. Printer messages and their meanings are listed in alphabetical order, with numbered messages following. If a message persists: • If a message persists requesting that you load a tray, or if a • Note message indicates that a previous print job is still in the printer’s memory, press [Go] to print or press [Cancel Job] to clear the job from the printer’s memory.
Printer Messages (Continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action FLASH DEVICE FAILURE The flash DIMM had a critical failure and no longer can be used. Remove the flash DIMM and replace it with a new one. FLASH FILE OPERATION FAILED The requested operation could not be performed. You might have attempted an illegal operation, such as trying to download a file to a non-existent directory. FLASH FILE SYSTEM IS FULL Delete files from the flash DIMM or add another one. Download or delete fonts.
Printer Messages (Continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action MEMORY SHORTAGE JOB CLEARED The printer did not have enough free memory to print the entire job. The remainder of the job will not print and will be cleared from memory. Press [Go] to continue. Change the Resource Saving setting from the printer’s control panel (page C-5) or add more memory to the printer (page C-1). MEMORY SHORTAGE PAGE SIMPLIFIED The printer had to compress the job in order to fit it in available memory.
Printer Messages (Continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action TRAY x LOAD [TYPE] [SIZE] Load the requested paper into the specified tray (x). (See the sections on loading paper, starting on page 24.) Ensure that the trays are correctly adjusted for size. The size displayed on the front of the paper tray must match the size of paper loaded in the tray. The tray type settings (and size for Tray 1) must be set from the printer’s control panel (page 43).
Printer Messages (Continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action 21 PAGE TOO COMPLEX The data (dense text, rules, raster or vector graphics) sent to the printer was too complex. Press [Go] to print the transferred data. (Some data might be lost.) To print the job without losing data, from the Configuration Menu in the printer control panel, set PAGE PROTECT=ON, print the job, and then return PAGE PROTECT=AUTO. (For more information, see page B-12.
Printer Messages (Continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action 51.x or 52.x PRINTER ERROR A temporary printing error occurred. Press [Go]. The page containing the error will automatically be reprinted. If this message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the telephone support flyer included with the printer.) 53.xy.zz PRINTER ERROR There is a problem with the printer’s memory. The DIMM that caused the error will not be used.
Printer Messages (Continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action 68 NVRAM ERROR CHECK SETTINGS An error occurred in the printer’s nonvolatile memory (NVRAM) and one or more printer settings has been reset to its factory default. Print a configuration page and check the printer settings to determine which values have changed (page 80). Hold down [Cancel Job] while turning the printer on. This will clean up the NVRAM by removing old areas that are not being used.
Correcting Output Quality Problems Use the examples below to determine which output quality problem you are experiencing, then see the following table to troubleshoot the problem. The examples below depict letter-size paper that has passed through the printer long-edge first. (If the paper has passed through the printer short-edge first, lines and repeating defects will run vertically rather than horizontally.
Wrinkles or Creases Curl or Wave Page Skew Misformed Characters Repeating Defects Loose Toner Toner Smear Gray Background Lines Dropouts Light Print or Fade Toner Specks 3. Make sure EconoMode is off in the software and in the control panel (page B-7). 1 1 1 4. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try rotating the paper 180°. 5.
Determining Printer Problems Troubleshooting Flowchart If the printer is not responding properly, use the flowchart to determine the problem. If the printer does not pass a step, follow the corresponding troubleshooting suggestions. If you cannot resolve the problem after following the suggestions in this user’s guide, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the telephone support flyer included with the printer.) 1 Does the control panel display READY? YES Go to step 2.
2 Can you print a configuration page? NO YES Go to step 3. Print a configuration page to verify that the printer is feeding paper correctly (page 80). A configuration page does not print. A blank page prints. A message other than READY or PRINTING CONFIGURATION is displayed. Check that all trays are properly loaded, adjusted, and installed in the printer. (See the sections on loading paper, starting on page 24.) Check that the sealing tape is not still in the print cartridge.
3 Can you print from a software application? NO YES Go to step 4. Print a short document from a software application. The job will not print. If the job will not print, and a message is displayed, see page 63. From the computer, check to see if the printer has been paused. A page of commands prints. The printer might have received PostScript code. Check the interface cable connections. Disconnect and reconnect the cable at the computer and the printer.
YES 4 Does the job print as expected? continued NO Print is garbled or only a portion of the page prints. Printing stops in the middle of the job. Print speed is slower than expected. A control panel setting is not taking effect. Check that you are using the proper printer driver (page 17). [Cancel Job] might have been pressed. Simplify the print job. The data file sent to the printer might be corrupt. To test, try printing it on another printer (if possible), or try a different file.
Does the job print as expected? (continued) YES Go to step 5. NO The print job is not formatted correctly. Check that you are using the proper printer driver (page 17). Check the software settings. (See the software help.) Try a different font. Make sure the setting of the dial in the tray matches the size of the paper loaded in the tray. Pages are not fed correctly or are damaged. Make sure paper is loaded correctly and that the guides are not too tight or too loose against the paper stack.
5 Does the printer select the proper trays and output locations? NO The printer pulls from the wrong tray. Make sure paper trays are correctly configured for paper size and type (page 47). Print a configuration page to see current tray settings (page 80). YES For other problems, check the Contents, the Index, or the printer software help. A message other than READY is displayed. Go to page 63. Make sure the tray selection (or paper type) in the printer driver or software application is set correctly.
Linux Problem Solving For information about Linux problem solving, see the HP Linux support homepage: http://hp.sourceforge.net/.
Checking the Printer’s Configuration From the printer’s control panel, you can print pages that give details about the printer and its current configuration. The following information pages are described here: • Menu Map • Configuration Page • PCL Font List For a complete list of the printer’s information pages, see the Information Menu in the printer’s control panel (page B-3).
Configuration Page Use the configuration page to view current printer settings, to help troubleshoot printer problems, or to verify installation of optional accessories, such as memory (DIMMs), and printer languages. To print a configuration page: 1 Press [Menu] until INFORMATION MENU appears. 2 Press [Item] until PRINT CONFIGURATION appears. 3 Press [Select] to print the configuration page. Figure 17 is a sample configuration page. Numbers in the sample printout match the numbers in the table.
1 Printer Information 2 Event Log 3 Installed Personalities and Options Lists the serial number, page counts, and other information for the printer. Lists the number of entries in the log, the maximum number of entries viewable, and the last three entries. The second page of the event log is the manufacturing page. This page contains information that may assist HP Customer Care representatives in solving possible printer problems.
PCL Font List Use the font lists to see which fonts are currently installed in the printer. (The font lists also show which fonts are resident on a flash DIMM.) To print a PCL font list: 1 Press [Menu] until INFORMATION MENU appears. 2 Press [Item] until PRINT PCL FONT LIST appears. 3 Press [Select] to print the font list. The following describes the information that can be found on the PCL font list: • Font gives the font names and samples. • Pitch/Point indicates the pitch or point size of the font.
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Paper Specifications HP LaserJet printers produce excellent print quality. This printer accepts a variety of media, such as cut-sheet paper (including recycled paper), envelopes, labels, transparencies, vellum, and custom-size paper. Properties such as weight, grain, and moisture content are important factors affecting printer performance and output quality. The printer can use a variety of paper and other print media in accordance with the guidelines in this manual.
Polyester media The use of polyester media through the printer for offset printing applications will not effect or impact any existing printer warranties. However, image print quality defects and jams are possible when using polyester media. Only 1 sheet at a time should be fed through Tray 1. The media vendor should be contacted to resolve any performance issues related to the use of polyester media. For more information, see the polyester media drawer statement at http://www.hp.
Supported Sizes and Weights of Paper Dimensions1 Tray 1 Minimum Size (custom) 3 by 5 in (76 by 127 mm) Maximum Size (custom) 12.28 by 18.5 in (312 by 470 mm) Transparencies Labels Same as minimum and maximum paper sizes listed above. Envelopes Weight Capacity2 16 to 53 lb (60 to 199 g/m2) 100 sheets of 20 lb (75 g/m2) paper Thickness: 0.0039 in to 0.0045 in (0.099 to 0.114 mm) 75 transparencies Thickness: 0.005 in to 0.007 in (0.127 mm to 0.
Tray 2 Dimensions1 Letter 8.5 by 11 in (216 by 279 mm) A4 8.3 by 11.7 in (210 by 297 mm) Executive 7.3 by 10.5 in (191 by 267 mm) Legal 8.5 by 14 in (216 by 356 mm) B5 (JIS) 7.2 by 10 in (182 by 257 mm) A5 5.8 by 8.2 in (148 by 210 mm) 11 x 17 11 by 17 in (279 by 432 mm) A3 11.7 by 16.5 in (297 by 420 mm) B4 (JIS) 10.1 by 14.3 in (257 by 364 mm) Weight Capacity2 16 to 28 lb (60 to 105 g/m2) 250 sheets of 20 lb (75 g/m2) paper 1.The printer supports a wide range of media sizes.
Guidelines for Using Paper For best results, use conventional 20 lb (75 g/m2) paper. Make sure the paper is of good quality, and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges. If you are unsure what type of paper you are loading (such as bond or recycled), check the label on the package of paper. Some paper causes print quality problems, jamming, or damage to the printer. Symptom Problem with Paper Solution Poor print quality or toner adhesion.
Paper Weight Equivalence Table Use this table to determine approximate equivalent points in weight specifications other than U.S. bond weight. For example, to determine the equivalent of 20 lb U.S. bond weight paper in U.S. cover weight, locate the bond weight (in row 3, second column) and scan across the row to the cover weight (in the fourth column). The equivalent is 28 lb. Shaded areas indicate a standard weight for that grade. U.S. Post Card1 thickness (mm) U.S. Bond Weight (lb) U.S.
Labels Caution To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels recommended for use in laser printers. If you have problems printing labels, use Tray 1 and open the rear output bin. Never print on the same sheet of labels more than once. Label Construction When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component: • Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at 400° F • • • (205° C), the printer’s maximum temperature. Arrangement: Only use labels with no exposed backing between them.
Vellum Vellum is special lightweight paper similar to parchment. Print vellum from Tray 1 only, and open the rear output bin. Do not print on both sides of vellum. Vellum used in the printer must be able to withstand 400° F (205° C), the printer’s maximum temperature, for 0.1 second. To print vellum, see page 38. Envelopes Envelope Construction Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer.
Envelopes with Double-Side-Seams Double-side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than diagonal seams. This style may be more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the way to the corner of the envelope as illustrated below.
Envelope Margins The following table gives typical address margins for a Commercial #10 or DL envelope. Note Type of Address Top Margin Left Margin Return Address 0.6 in (15 mm) 0.6 in (15 mm) Delivery Address 2 in (51 mm) 3.5 in (89 mm) For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 0.6 inch (15 millimeters) from the edges of the envelope. Envelope Storage Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to good print quality. Envelopes should be stored flat.
Card Stock Construction • Smoothness: 36-53 lb (135-199 g/m2) card stock should have2a • • • Note smoothness rating of 100-180 Sheffield. 16-36 lb (60-135 g/m ) card stock should have a smoothness rating of 100-250 Sheffield. Construction: Card stock should lie flat with less than 0.2 inch (5 millimeters) of curl. Condition: Make sure card stock is not wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
Printer Specifications Physical Dimensions 55 in (139.8 cm) 24.6 in (62.5 cm) 11.9 in (30.3 cm) 18.7 in (47.5 cm) 18.5 in (47.0 cm) 18.6 in (47.3 cm) 10.6 in (27.0 cm) 18.5 in (47.0 cm) Figure A-2 4.3 in (11.
Environmental Specifications Electrical Specifications Printer State Power Consumption (average, in watts) Printing 325-330 Standby 30 PowerSave (default activation time 30 minutes) fewer than 30 Off 0 Minimum Recommended Circuit Capacity 100-127 Volt 10.5 amps 220-240 Volt 5.
Acoustic Emissions (Per ISO 9296) Printer State Sound Power1 Printing, 22 pages per minute (ppm) Lwad= 6.6 bels (A) Printing, 11 ppm Lwad= 6.3-6.2 bels (A) PowerSave Lwad= 4.4-0 bels (A) 1.You might want to install printers with sound power Lwad>=6.3 bels (A) or more in a separate room or cubicle. General Specifications Operating temperature 50-91° F (10-32° C) Relative Humidity 20-80% Speed, in pages per minute (ppm) Up to 11 ppm, A3 size paper. Up to 22 ppm, A4 size paper.
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B Control Panel Menus Overview You can perform most routine printing tasks from the computer through the printer driver or software application. This is the most convenient way to control the printer, and will override the printer’s control panel settings. See the help files associated with the software, or for more information on accessing the printer driver, see page 16. You can also control the printer by changing settings in the printer’s control panel.
Private/Stored Jobs Menu This menu provides a list of the private and proof and hold jobs in the printer’s RAM memory. The user can print or delete these jobs from the control panel. For more information, see page 48. Note If there are no private or proof and hold jobs in the printer’s RAM memory, this menu is not displayed on the control panel. Private/Stored Jobs Menu Item Explanation [JOBNAME] The name of the job stored in the printer’s RAM.
Information Menu This menu contains printer information pages that give details about the printer and its configuration. To print an information page, scroll to the desired page and press [Select]. . Information Menu Item Explanation PRINT MENU MAP The menu map shows the layout and current settings of the control panel menu items. For more information, see page 79. PRINT CONFIGURATION The configuration page shows the printer’s current configuration.
Paper Handling Menu When paper handling settings are correctly configured through the control panel, you can print by choosing the type and size of paper from the printer driver or software application. For more information, see page 43. Some items in this menu can be accessed from a software application, or from the printer driver (if the appropriate driver is installed). Printer driver and software application settings override control panel settings. For more information, see page 39.
Paper Handling Menu (Continued) Item Values Explanation OVERRIDE A4/ LETTER=NO NO YES Choose YES to print on letter size paper when an A4 job is sent, but no A4 size paper is loaded in the printer (or to print on A4 size paper when a letter job is sent, but no letter paper is loaded in the printer). CONFIGURE FUSER MODE MENU=NO NO YES Configure the fuser mode associated with each paper type. (This is only necessary if you are experiencing problems printing on certain paper types.
Print Quality Menu Some items in this menu can be accessed from a software application, or from the printer driver (if the appropriate driver is installed). Printer driver and software application settings override control panel settings. For more information, see page 39. Print Quality Menu Item Values Explanation RESOLUTION= FASTRES 1200 300 600 FASTRES 1200 PRORES 1200 Select the resolution from the following values: 300: Produces draft print quality at the printer’s maximum speed (22 ppm).
Print Quality Menu (Continued) Item Values Explanation ECONOMODE=OFF OFF ON Turn EconoMode on (to save toner) or off (for high quality). EconoMode creates draft-quality printing by reducing the amount of toner on the printed page by up to 50%. Caution HP does not recommend full-time use of EconoMode. (If EconoMode is used full-time, it is possible that the toner supply will outlast the mechanical parts in the print cartridge.
Printing Menu Some items in this menu can be accessed from a software application, or from the printer driver (if the appropriate driver is installed). Printer driver and software application settings override control panel settings. For more information, see page 39. Printing Menu Item Values Explanation COPIES=1 1 to 999 Set the default number of copies by selecting any number from 1 to 999.
Printing Menu (Continued) Item Values Explanation X DIMENSION= 12.28 INCHES 3.00 to 12.28 INCHES This item appears only when CONFIGURE CUSTOM PAPER=YES. Select the (110V printers) (110V printers) or312 MILLIMETERS (220V printers) or (220V printers) dimension to be fed into the printer. Note Heavy paper and very small or very large custom-size paper should be printed from Tray 1 to the rear output bin. Open the rear output bin to use it (page 22). Y DIMENSION= 18.50 INCHES 5.00 to 18.
Printing Menu (Continued) Item Values Explanation PCL FONT POINT SIZE=12.00 4.00 to 999.75 This item might not appear, depending on the font selected. Press [-Value+] once to change setting by increments of .25 for point size, or hold down [-Value+] to scroll by increments of 1. PC-8 Select any one of several available symbol sets from the printer’s control panel. A symbol set is a unique grouping of all the characters in a font. PC-8 or PC-850 is recommended for line draw characters.
Configuration Menu Items in this menu affect the printer’s behavior. Configure the printer according to your printing needs. Configuration Menu Item Values Explanation POWERSAVE= 30 MINUTES OFF 15 MINUTES 30 MINUTES 1 HOUR 2 HOURS 3 HOURS Set the printer to enter PowerSave after it has been idle for a specified amount of time. Turning PowerSave off is not recommended. The PowerSave feature does the following: • Minimizes the amount of power consumed by the printer when it is idle.
Configuration Menu (Continued) Item Values Explanation RESOURCE SAVE= OFF OFF ON AUTO Dedicate printer memory to save each language’s permanent resources. (You might need to add memory to the printer in order for this item to appear.) The amount of memory set aside can be different for each installed language. Some languages might have memory set aside for resource saving without requiring all languages to do so.
Configuration Menu (Continued) Item Values Explanation CLEARABLE WARNINGS=JOB JOB ON Set the amount of time that a clearable warning is displayed on the printer’s control panel. JOB: Warning messages display on the control panel until the end of the job from which they were generated. ON: Warning messages display on the control panel until [Go] is pressed. AUTO CONTINUE= ON ON OFF Determine how the printer reacts to errors.
Configuration Menu (Continued) Item Values Explanation RAM DISK SIZE=xxxK 0K and up (This value depends on the amount of installed memory.) Determine the size of the RAM disk. This item appears if RAM DISK=ON or AUTO. Press [-Value+] to change settings by increments of 100. Note This setting cannot be changed if RAM DISK=AUTO. Changing this value will cause the printer to reinitialize when it becomes idle. JAM RECOVERY= AUTO AUTO ON OFF Determine how the printer behaves when a paper jam occurs.
I/O Menu Items in the I/O (input/output) Menu affect the communication between the printer and the computer. I/O Menu Item Values Explanation I/O TIMEOUT=15 5 to 300 Select the I/O timeout period in seconds. (I/O timeout refers to the time, measured in seconds, that the printer waits before ending a print job.) This setting allows you to adjust timeout for best performance. If data from other ports appear in the middle of your print job, increase the timeout value.
I/O Menu (Continued) Item Values Explanation PARALLEL HIGH SPEED=YES YES NO Select the speed at which data is transmitted to the printer. YES: The printer accepts faster parallel communications used for connections with newer computers. NO: The printer accepts slower parallel communications used for connections with older computers. PARALLEL ADV FUNCTIONS=ON ON OFF Turn the bidirectional parallel communication on or off. The default is set for a bidirectional parallel port (IEEE-1284).
Resets Menu Use this menu with caution. You can lose buffered page data or printer configuration settings when you select these items. Only reset the printer under the following circumstances: • You want to restore the printer’s default settings. • Communication between the printer and computer has been interrupted. The items in the Resets Menu will clear all memory in the printer, while [Cancel Job] clears only the current job.
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C Printer Memory and Expansion Overview The printer has two dual in-line memory module (DIMM) slots for upgrading with: • More printer memory. DIMMs are available in 16, 32, and 64 MB, • • • Note for a maximum of 192 MB. Flash memory DIMMs, available in 2 and 4 MB. Unlike standard printer memory, flash DIMMs can be used to permanently store downloaded items in the printer, even when the printer is off. DIMM-based accessory fonts, macros, and patterns.
Installing a DIMM Caution Static electricity can damage dual in-line memory modules (DIMMs). When handling DIMMs, either wear an antistatic wrist strap or frequently touch the surface of the DIMM’s antistatic package, then touch bare metal on the printer. If you have not already done so, print a configuration page to find out how much memory is installed in the printer before adding more memory (page 80). 1 Turn the printer off. Unplug the power cord and disconnect any cables.
6 Slide the formatter board back into the printer and tighten the two screws.
Checking Memory Installation Follow this procedure to verify that DIMMs are installed correctly: 1 Check that the printer’s control panel displays READY when the printer is turned on. If an error message appears, a DIMM might have been incorrectly installed. Check the printer messages (page 63). 2 Print a new configuration page (page 80). 3 Check the memory section on the configuration page and compare it to the configuration page printed before the DIMM installation.
Adjusting Memory Settings Resource Saving Resource Saving allows the printer to keep downloaded resources (permanent downloaded fonts, macros, or patterns) in memory when the printer language or resolution is changed. If you do not have a flash DIMM for storing downloaded resources, you might want to change the amount of memory allocated to each language when downloading an unusually large number of fonts, or if the printer is in a shared environment.
I/O Buffering To allow the computer to continue working without waiting for the print job to finish queuing, the printer uses a portion of its memory (an I/O buffer) to hold jobs in progress. (If I/O buffering is off, no memory is reserved for this function.) In most cases, it is best to let the printer automatically reserve memory for I/O buffering. (For each megabyte of memory added to the printer, 100 kilobytes are reserved.
D Printer Commands Overview Most software applications do not require you to enter printer commands. See your computer and software documentation to find the method for entering printer commands, if needed. PCL PCL printer commands tell the printer which tasks to perform or which fonts to use. This appendix provides a quick reference for users who are already familiar with PCL command structure.
Understanding PCL Printer Command Syntax Before using printer commands, compare these characters: Lowercase l: l Uppercase O: O Number one: 1 Number 0: 0 Many printer commands use the lowercase letter l (l) and the number one (1), or the uppercase letter O (O) and the number zero (0). These characters may not appear on your screen as shown here. You must use the exact character and case specified for PCL printer commands.
Combining Escape Sequences Escape sequences may be combined into one escape sequence string. There are three important rules to follow when combining code: 1 The first two characters after the ? character (the parameterized and group characters, see Figure D-1) must be the same in all of the commands to be combined. 2 When combining escape sequences, change the uppercase (termination) character in each individual escape sequence to lower case.
Selecting PCL Fonts PCL printer commands for selecting fonts can be found on the PCL Font List (page 82). A sample section is shown below. Notice the two variable boxes for symbol set and point size. These variables must be filled in or the printer will use defaults. For example, if you want a symbol set that contains line-draw characters, select the 10U (PC-8) or 12U (PC-850) symbol set. Other common symbol set codes are listed in the table on page D-7.
Common PCL Printer Commands Function Command Options (#) Reset ?E n/a Number of Copies ?&l#X 1 to 999 Paper Source ?&l#H 0 = prints or ejects current page 1 = Tray 2 2 = manual feed, paper 3 = manual feed, envelope 4 = Tray 1 7 = auto select Paper size ?&l#A 1 = Executive 2 = Letter 3 = Legal 6 = 11 x 17 17 = 16K 18 = JIS EXEC 19 = 8K 25 = A5 26 = A4 27 = A3 44 = B6-JIS 45 = B5-JIS 46 = B4-JIS 72 = Postcard (double) 80 = Monarch 81 = Commercial 10 90 = DL 91 = International C5 100 = B5 101 =
Language Selection Programming Hints Page Control Commands (Continued) Common PCL Printer Commands (Continued) D-6 Function Command Options (#) Top Margin ?&l#E # = number of lines Text Length (bottom margin) ?&l#F # = number of lines from top margin Left Margin ?&a#L # = column number Right Margin ?&a#M # = column number from left margin Horizontal Motion Index ?&k#H 1/120-inch increments (compresses print horizontally) Vertical Motion Index ?&l#C 1/48-inch increments (compresses p
Common PCL Printer Commands (Continued) Function Command Options (#) ?(# 8U = HP Roman-8 Symbol Set 10U = IBM Layout (PC-8) (code page 437) Default Symbol Set 12U = IBM Layout for Europe (PC-850) (code page 850) 8M = Math-8 19U = Windows 3.1 Latin 1 9E = Windows 3.1 Latin 2 (commonly used in Eastern Europe) 5T = Windows 3.
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Glossary adjustable tray A paper tray that is able to adapt to more than one size of media. All trays used in the printer are adjustable. DIMM (dual in-line memory module) A circuit board that holds extra memory chips for the printer. drag-and-drop The ability to execute a function graphically without typing a command. For example, in the Windows 95 Explorer, you can copy or move a file by “dragging” it from one folder and “dropping” it into another.
printer software help On-screen instructions regarding the use of the printer software. Help screens which can be activated from the Help button (or a question mark symbol) in the printer software. size In this user’s guide, paper size refers to the dimensions of a sheet of paper or other print media. software application A computer program or package developed for sale to the general public. source In this use guide, paper source refers to the paper tray where paper or other print media is loaded.
Index Numerics 1200 dpi B-6 250-sheet tray locating 5 ordering 7 paper specifications A-5 2-up printing 40 300 dpi B-6 3-hole punched paper orientation 27 600 dpi B-6 A A4 paper configuring B-10 loading 28 override with letter setting B-5 A4-R paper 33 Access Denied Menus Locked message 11 accessing Windows printer driver 16 accessories locating 6 ordering 7 troubleshooting 77 verifying installation 80 acoustic emissions, specifications A-15 additional drivers, obtaining 13 adhesive on envelopes, printing
creases, troubleshooting 71 Create Cleaning Page message 56 Create Cleaning Page setting B-7 curling paper, troubleshooting 71, A-6 current printer settings printing 11 verifying 80 Custom Install option installing HP software 16 installing preferences 14 customizing Tray 1 operation 41 custom-size paper card stock, types of A-11 guidelines for printing 36 margins 36 orientation 27 printing 22 setting paper size 36 D dark printing, setting toner density B-7 Data light 9 data, transmitting speed B-16 defaul
G garbled print, troubleshooting 76 Go key 10 graphics, vector D-1 gray background, troubleshooting 71, A-6 guidelines card stock A-12 custom-size paper 36 envelopes 29 labels 31 paper A-6 paper quality A-2 printing custo-size paper 36 sharing printers 43 transparencies 32 H heavy paper printing 22 problems with A-11 specifications A-11 weight specifications A-11 Help button, in printer driver 17 help screens 17 help, online 17 holding jobs 45 HP LaserJet Utility 13 HP-GL/2 commands D-1 I I/O Buffer messa
setting amount for I/O buffering B-15 shortage 65 upgrading printer’s C-1 Memory Enhancement technology (MEt) B-12 memory,installing C-2 Menu key 10 menu map B-3 menu map, printing 11, 79 menu tree, see menu map menus Configuration B-11 control panel B-1 I/O B-15 Information B-3 locked message 63 Paper Handling B-4 Print Quality B-6 Printing B-8 Private/Stored Jobs B-2 Resets B-17 messages affected by Configuration Menu settings 63 clearing persistent 63 list and explanation 63 MEt (Memory Enhancement techn
PCL drivers commands D-1, D-5 printing font list 82 selecting fonts D-4 PCL font list B-3 PCL Font Number setting B-9 PCL Font Pitch setting B-9 PCL Font Point Size setting B-10 PCL Font Source setting B-9 PCL Memory message C-5 PCL Memory setting B-12 PCL Symbol Set setting B-10 Perform Printer Maintenance message configuring B-14 description 65 permanent fonts downloaded 82 setting B-9 Personality setting 74, B-11 physical dimensions, printer’s A-13 pitch/point information 82 PJL commands D-1 ports, troub
number 5 weight A-13 Product Stewardship acoustic emissions A-15 noise emissions, see acoustic emissions parts supply 8 Proof and Hold jobs description 45 setting time kept before deleted B-14 proportional-spaced fonts D-4 ProRes 1200 2, B-6 PS drivers features 39 function 17 included with printer 14 printing font list 82 PS Memory message C-5 Q quality, print, see print quality quick jobs setting time kept before before deleted B-14 Quick Sets 39 R RAM disk configuring B-13 RAM Disk Size setting B-13 Rea
top cover, locating 5 top output bin description 20 guidelines for using 20 locating 5 printing to 21 transfer roller 54 transparencies clearing repeated jams 62 guidelines 32 printing 32 specifications A-8 Tray 1 A4 paper, loading 28 clearing paper jams 59 customizing operation 41 deselecting 77 envelope specifications A-9 envelopes, loading 30 loading 24 locating 5 mode settings 41 paper orientation 28 paper sizes A-4 paper specifications A-4 printing by type and size of paper 43 Tray 1 Mode setting B-4 T
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