user's guide To find an answer to a question, select a topic beneath the picture of your printer model: ● notices ● notices ● special features ● special features ● getting started ● getting started ● connectivity ● connectivity ● printing ● printing ● maintenance ● maintenance ● troubleshooting ● troubleshooting ● specifications ● specifications
notices ● notices and acknowledgements ● terms and conventions ● accessibility
notices and acknowledgements hewlett-packard company notices The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard (HP) makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for any errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
terms and conventions The following terms and conventions are used in the user's guide. terms The HP Deskjet printer may be referred to as the HP printer or printer. symbols The > symbol guides you through a series of software steps. For example: Click File > Print. cautions and warnings A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to other equipment. For example: Caution! Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts.
Do not clean the interior of the printer.
accessibility Your HP printer provides a number of features that make it accessible for people with disabilities. visual The printer software is accessible for users with visual impairments or low vision through the use of Windows accessibility options and features. It also supports most assistive technology such as screen readers, Braille readers, and voice-to-text applications.
special features Congratulations! You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Borderless printing: Use the entire page surface when printing photos and cards using the borderless printing feature. Print screen: Prints the image displayed on your computer's monitor at the touch of a button. Six-ink upgradeable printing: Enhance photo printing with a photo print cartridge.
borderless printing Borderless printing lets you print to edges of certain paper types and a range of standard paper sizes from L size (89 x 127 mm) to Letter (8.5 x 11 in) and A4 (210 x 297 mm). The printer can also print on 4 x 6 inch photo paper with a tear-off tab. guidelines ● ● Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. Open the file in a software application and assign the image size.
4. Select the appropriate paper type in the Type is drop-down list. 5. Click the Borderless Auto Fit checkbox to automatically resize the image to print without a border. The Borderless Auto Fit option is only available for photo paper types.
6. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK. If you printed on photo paper with a tear-off tab, remove the tab to make the document completely borderless.
ink-backup mode Ink-backup mode allows the printer to operate using only one print cartridge. It is initiated when a print cartridge is removed from the cradle. For instructions on removing a print cartridge, click here. ink-backup mode output Printing in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. when only this print cartridge is installed... the result is... black print cartridge Colors are printed as grayscale.
replacing print cartridges Before buying replacement print cartridges, verify the correct part numbers. The printer can operate with only one print cartridge installed. For more information click here. To replace a print cartridge: 1. Load a stack of plain white paper in the In tray. 2. Press the Power button to turn on the printer. 3. Open the printer cover. 4. Lift the print cartridge latch to the open position. 5. Slide the print cartridge out of the print cartridge cradle. 6.
remove the plastic tape. 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. remove plastic tape 7. Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strip is on the bottom and facing toward the printer, then slide the print cartridge into the cradle as shown. 8. Push down on the print cartridge latch until it snaps closed. 9.
print cartridges These print cartridges can be used with the printer. ● black print cartridge ● tri-color print cartridge ● photo print cartridge 1. black print cartridge 2. tri-color print cartridge 3. photo print cartridge Not all print cartridges may be packaged with your printer. All print cartridges are not available in all countries/ regions.
For print cartridge ink capacity, see the information included in the print cartridge packaging. For great performance from your HP printer, use only genuine, factory-filled HP print cartridges. Caution! Damage that is directly attributable to modified or refilled HP print cartridges is specifically excluded from the HP printer's warranty coverage.
maintaining print cartridges The following tips will help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print quality: ● ● Keep all print cartridges in their sealed packages until they are needed. Print cartridges should be stored at room temperatures (15-35 degrees C or 59-95 degrees F). Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer.
Caution! Do not drop the print cartridge. Dropping the print cartridge may damage it.
print cartridge recovery Customers interested in recycling their genuine HP print cartridges can participate in HP's empty print cartridge return and recycle program. HP offers this program in more countries/regions than any other print cartridge manufacturer in the world. This program is provided as a free service to HP customers as an environmentally sound solution for these products at end-of-life. It is not available in all countries/regions.
print settings The printer is controlled by software installed on your computer. Use the printer software, known as the printer driver, to change the print settings for a document. To change the print settings, open the Printer Properties dialog box. displaying the printer properties dialog box Follow these steps to display the Printer Properties dialog box: 1. Open the file you want to print. 2. Click File > Print, then select Properties. The Printer Properties dialog box appears.
1. Tabs: Click a tab to see its contents. 2. Print Task Quick Sets: See print task quick sets. 3. Preview: Shows how changes to the print settings affect the printout. 4. Buttons: ❍ OK: Saves and applies changes. ❍ Cancel: Closes the dialog box without saving the new settings. ❍ Help: Offers instructions for using the What's This? help feature. An Apply button may also appear. The Apply button saves changes to the settings without closing the dialog box.
● finishing tab ● effects tab ● basics tab ● color tab Printer features, and instructions on how to use them, are subject to change. This document was released for publishing before all of the printer features were determined.
print task quick sets Use print task quick sets to print with or save print settings you use often. For example, if you frequently print envelopes, you can create a print task that contains the paper size, print quality, and orientation setting you normally use for envelopes. After creating the print task, simply select it when printing envelopes rather that setting each of the print settings separately.
To restore default print settings, select Default Print Settings from the Print Task Quick Sets drop-down list, and click OK. creating a print task quick set Follow these steps to create a print task quick set: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select the options you want to include in the new print task. 3. Enter a name for the new print task in the Print Task Quick Sets drop-down list, then click Save. The print task quick set is added to the drop-down list.
1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select the print task you want to delete from the drop-down list, then click Delete. Some print task quick sets cannot be deleted.
paper/quality tab The Paper/Quality tab allows you to set these options: 1. Print Task Quick Sets: See print task quick sets. 2. Size is: Size of paper used. 3. Custom: See setting a custom paper size. 4. Source is: Select the tray from which you want to print. Select Upper Tray to print from the printer's In tray. 5. Type is: Type of paper used. 6. Minimize Margins: Select to print closer to the bottom edge of the page. This feature may cause ink to smear on certain paper types. 7.
the most amount of ink and requires a large amount of disk space. 9. hp Digital Photography: See printing digital photographs. 10. Printing Tips: Printing ideas.
setting a custom paper size Use the Custom Paper Size dialog box to print on a special paper size. defining a custom paper size Follow these steps to define a custom paper size: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab. 3. Click the Custom button. The Custom Paper Size dialog box is displayed.
4. Select a custom paper size name from the Name drop-down list. 5. Enter the paper dimensions in the Width and Length boxes. The minimum and maximum paper dimensions appear beneath each of the boxes. 6. Select the unit of measurement: Inches or Millimeters. 7. Click Save to save the custom paper size. You can save up to five custom paper sizes. 8. Click OK to exit the Custom Paper Size dialog box.
printing digital photographs The printer has several features to enhance the quality of digital photographs. opening the hp digital photography options dialog box Follow these steps to open the hp Digital Photography Options dialog box: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, then click the hp Digital Photography button. using the hp digital photography options dialog box Use the hp Digital Photography Options dialog box to set these options: 1.
images. 5. Sharpness: Adjust image sharpness to preference. Click Automatic to allow the printer driver to automatically sharpen the image. 6. Smoothing: Adjust distortion to preference. Click Automatic to allow the printer driver to automatically smooth the image.
finishing tab The Finishing tab allows you to set these options: 1. Print Task Quick Sets: See print task quick sets. 2. Print on Both Sides: See two-sided printing. 3. Booklet Layout is: See printing a booklet. 4. Pages per Sheet: See printing multiple pages on a single sheet of paper. 5. Poster Printing: Select the number of pages you want your poster printed across to determine the size of your poster. 6. Rotate By 180 Degrees: Rotates the printed image 180 degrees.
two-sided printing Use one of the following methods to print two-sided documents: ● manual two-sided printing ● automatic two-sided printing (duplexing) manual two-sided printing Use manual two-sided printing if: ● ● The Two-Sided Printing Accessory is not attached to the printer. You want to print on a media type not supported by the Two-Sided Printing Accessory. printing instructions Follow these steps to print a two-sided document manually: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2.
3. Select Print on Both Sides. 4. Deselect the Automatic checkbox, then do one of the following: ❍ For book binding: Verify that Flip Pages Up is not selected. 1. landscape 2. portrait ❍ For tablet binding: Select Flip Pages Up.
1. landscape 2. portrait 5. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. 6.
❍ Tablet binding with landscape orientation: Reload the paper as shown below: 7. Click Continue to print the even-numbered pages. automatic two-sided printing (requires accessory) To print a two-sided document automatically, the Two-Sided Printing Accessory (duplexer) must be attached to the printer. The Two-Sided Printing Accessory (duplexer) only supports certain media types. For a list of supported media types, see the documentation that came with the accessory.
2. Select Print on Both Sides. 3. Verify that the Automatic checkbox is selected. 4. Do one of the following: ❍ To automatically resize each page to match the document's onscreen layout: Select Preserve Layout. Not selecting this option may result in unwanted page breaks. ❍ To not resize each page to fit two-sided margins: Verify that Preserve Layout is not selected. 5. Select a binding option: ❍ For book binding: Verify that Flip Pages Up is not selected. 1. landscape 2.
❍ For tablet binding: Select Flip Pages Up. 1. landscape 2. portrait 6. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK. After the first side of the page is printed, the printer pauses while the ink dries. Once the ink is dry, the paper is pulled back into the duplexer and the reverse side of the page is printed. Do not remove the paper from the duplexer until both sides of the page have been printed.
two-sided printing accessory (duplexer) The duplexer is a special hardware device that enables the printer to automatically print on both sides of a page. Using a duplexer with your printer has several advantages. It allows you to: ● Print on both sides of a page without manually reloading the page. ● Print long documents quickly and efficiently. ● Use less paper by printing on both sides of paper sheets. ● Create professional-looking brochures, reports, newsletters, and other special items.
Do not discard the Rear Access Door. In order to print, the duplexer or the Rear Access Door must be attached to the printer. 2. Insert the duplexer in the back of the printer until both sides snap into place. 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. printing with the duplexer For instructions on printing a two-sided document with the duplexer, click here.
changing default settings Use the taskbar icon to change the printer's default print settings. The default print settings apply to all documents printed by the printer. 1. taskbar icon using the taskbar icon shortcut menu Follow these steps to change the printer's default settings: 1. Click the taskbar icon. The Printer Properties dialog box appears. 2. Select the options you want to use as the default settings. 3. Click OK.
printing a booklet Booklet printing automatically arranges and resizes the pages of a document so when the document is folded into a booklet, the page order is correct. For the appropriate instructions, select one of the following topics: ● printing a booklet ● printing a booklet using the two-sided printing accessory printing a booklet Follow these steps to print a booklet: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select the Finishing tab.
3. Select Print on Both Sides. 4. Verify that Automatic is not selected. 5. Select a binding option in the Booklet Layout is drop-down list: ❍ Right Edge Binding: Places the binding on the right side of the booklet. ❍ Left Edge Binding: Places the binding on the left side of the booklet. 6. Do one of the following: ❍ To leave every other page of the booklet blank, select Print On One Side.
❍ To print on all pages in the booklet, leave Print On One Side unchecked. 7. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK. 8. When prompted, reload the paper in the In tray as shown below. 9. Click Continue to finish printing the booklet. printing a booklet using the two-sided printing accessory Follow these steps to print a booklet using the Two-Sided Printing Accessory: The Two-Sided Printing Accessory is optional. For more information, click here. 1.
3. Select Print on Both Sides. 4. Select Automatic. 5. Select Preserve Layout. 6. Select a binding option in the Booklet Layout is drop-down list: ❍ Right Edge Binding: Places the binding on the right side of the booklet. ❍ Left Edge Binding: Places the binding on the left side of the booklet. 7.
❍ To leave every other page of the booklet blank, select Print On One Side. ❍ To print on all pages in the booklet, leave Print On One Side unchecked. 8. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
printing multiple pages on a single sheet of paper The printer software allows you to print multiple pages of a document on a single sheet of paper. The printer software automatically resizes the document text and images to fit on the printed page. Follow these steps to print multiple pages of a document on a single sheet of paper: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Finishing tab. 3.
effects tab The Effects tab allows you to set the following options: 1. Print Task Quick Sets: See print task quick sets. 2. Print Document On: Prints a document on a paper size different than the paper size for which it is formatted. Select the target paper size from the dropdown list. 3. Scale to Fit: Automatically resizes the printed image to fit on the paper size selected in the Print Document On drop-down list. 4.
watermarks Watermarks appear as background printing on documents. applying an existing watermark to a document Follow these steps to apply an existing watermark to a document: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Effects tab. 3. Select a watermark from the Watermarks drop-down list. If you do not want to use one of the listed watermarks, create a new watermark. 4. Do one of the following: ❍ ❍ If you want the watermark to appear on the first page only, select First Page Only.
Only unchecked. 5. Print the document according to the instructions for the paper type. creating or changing a watermark Follow these steps to create or change a watermark: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Effects tab. 3. Click the Edit button. The Watermark Details dialog box appears. 4. Do one of the following: ❍ Click the New button, or ❍ Select an existing watermark to change. 5. Enter the watermark message, message angle, and font attributes. 6.
To find more information about options on each tab screen, point to an option and click the right mouse button to display the What's This? dialog box. Click What's This? to view more information about the selected item.
basics tab The Basics tab allows you to set the following options: 1. Print Task Quick Sets: See print task quick sets. 2. Orientation: Specify the page layout: ❍ Portrait: The printed page is longer than it is wide. ❍ Landscape: The printed page is wider than it is long. ❍ Mirror Image: Reverses the printed image from left to right. 3. Page Order: Select one of the following: ❍ ❍ Front to Back: First page will be on top when the document is finished printing.
❍ Collate: Prints each copy of the document in its entirety when printing multiple copies. 5. Print Preview: Select to view the layout of a document before it prints. 6. Advanced Features: See advanced features.
advanced features Printing photographs, transparencies, or documents with graphics may require you to set options on the Advanced Features dialog box. opening the advanced features dialog box Follow these steps to open the Advanced Features dialog box: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Basics tab, then click the Advanced Features button. using the advanced features dialog box Use the Advanced Features dialog box to set these options: 1.
Memory Mode.
color tab The Color tab allows you to set these options: 1. Print Task Quick Sets: See print task quick sets. 2. Print in Grayscale: Prints in shades of gray. ❍ ❍ ❍ High Quality: Uses the tri-color print cartridge and/or photo print cartridge to print high-quality grayscale. Black Print Cartridge Only: Uses the black print cartridge to print grayscale. Optimize For Photocopy or Fax: Uses the black print cartridge to print grayscale suitable for photocopying and faxing. 3.
digital photography technologies The printer software offers several technical features for printing digital photgraphs. ● PhotoREt ● 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi ● Exif Print ● Six-ink printing ● Color spaces PhotoREt printing PhotoREt offers the best combination of print speed and quality for your image. Follow these steps to print with PhotoREt technology: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select the Paper/Quality tab. 3. Select Best from the Print Quality drop-down list. 4.
Exif Print (Exchangeable Image File Format 2.2) is an international digital imaging standard that simplifies digital photography and enhances printed photographs. When a photograph is taken with an Exif Print-enabled digital camera, Exif Print captures information such as exposure time, type of flash, and color saturation, and stores it in the image's file. The HP Deskjet printer software then uses this information to automatically perform image specific enhancements, resulting in outstanding photographs.
color space Color space defines the range of colors that can be printed. The printer software translates the colors of your document from their current color space to the color space selected. The following color spaces are available: ● sRGB/sYCC ● Adobe RGB sRGB/sYCC sRGB/sYCC is an appropriate color space for most print jobs. It is used for most Webbased documents and current imaging devices. Follow these steps to use the sRGB/sYCC color space: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2.
printing a screen image Use the HP Print Screen Utility to print the image displayed on your computer's monitor. configuring the hp print screen utility Follow these steps to configure the HP Print Screen Utility: 1. Go to printer utilities, then click print screen. 2. Select the following configuration options as desired: ❍ Unload/Load HP Print Screen: Activates or deactivates the utility. ❍ Start with Windows: Sets the utility to start when Windows is started.
auto-on and auto-off feature auto-on Auto-on is a default feature of the printer. The printer automatically turns on when you print a file. auto-off Enable the auto-off feature to place the printer in a low-power, energy-efficient mode after it has been idle for 30 minutes. Follow these steps to activate the auto-off feature: 1. Go to printer maintenance. 2. Click Configure the Printer. 3. Click Configure. 4. Select Activate the Hardware Auto-off feature. 5. Click Apply, then click OK.
getting started (hp deskjet 5150) For an overview of the printer features and the optional Two-Sided Printing Accessory, click here. Click the appropriate topic below for a description of a printer feature: ● buttons and lights ● paper trays ● print cartridges ● ink-backup mode For a description of the optional Two-Sided Printing Accessory, click here.
printer features The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1. buttons and lights 2. paper trays 1. print cartridges 2.
1. connectivity 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. print cancel button 2. print cartridge status light 3. resume button 4. power button print cancel button Pressing the Print Cancel button cancels the current print job. print cartridge status symbol and light The Print Cartridge Status light turns on or flashes when a print cartridge needs service.
the printer on and off may cause printer failure.
printer lights are on or flashing what the lights indicate The printer lights indicate the printer status. 1. power light 2. resume light 3. print cartridge status light 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 the printer may be out of paper 1. Place paper in the In tray. 2. Press the Resume button on the front of the printer.
If neither print cartridge is low on ink, press the Resume button. If the Print Cartridge Status light remains on, turn off, then turn on the printer. if the light is on and flashing Verify that the correct print cartridges are installed. If you were printing a borderless document when the light started flashing, follow these guidelines. Otherwise, follow these steps: 1. Open the printer's top cover, remove the black or photo print cartridge, then close the cover. 2.
paper jam follow these steps 1. Press the Resume button. 2. If you are printing labels, verify that a label did not become detached from the label sheet while passing through the printer. if the paper jam is not cleared printer does not have a two-sided printing accessory attached printer has a two-sided printing accessory attached printer does not have a two-sided printing accessory attached 1. Push the two latch handles on the printer's Rear Access Door toward each other, then remove the door. 2.
4. Print the document. printer has a two-sided printing accessory attached 1. Press the buttons on the left and right sides of the Two-Sided Printing Accessory, then remove it from the printer. 2. Remove any paper in the back of the printer. If the paper jam is cleared, proceed to step 3 below. If the paper jam is not cleared, proceed to step 1 below. 1. Press the button on top of the Two-Sided Printing Accessory, then lower the access door. 2.
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. 4. Press the Resume button.
borderless printing problems When printing borderless printouts, follow these guidelines: ● ● ● ● Verify that the paper size specified in the Size is drop-down list on the Paper/ Quality tab matches the size of the paper loaded in the In tray. Select the appropriate paper type in the Type is drop-down list on the Paper/ Quality tab. If printing in grayscale, select High Quality under Print in Grayscale on the Color tab. Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode.
If fading occurs approximately 1 to 2.5 inches from the edge of a photograph, try the following: ● ● ● Install a photo print cartridge in the printer. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, select the Paper Type/Quality tab, then set the Print Quality to Maximum dpi. Rotate the image 180 degrees. streaks appear in a light portion of a printout If streaks appear in a light portion approximately 2.
Follow these steps if the image is printed at an angle: 1. Remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Load the photo paper correctly in the In tray. 3. Verify that the paper guides fit firmly against the media. 4. Follow loading instructions for the media type. printout has an unwanted border for most photo paper types If the printout has an unwanted border, then calibrate the printer. If printing a two-sided document, print the document manually rather than automatically.
If the border appears above the tear-of tab, then calibrate the printer. ink smears Follow these steps if ink smears appear on the back of the printouts, or the paper sticks together. 1. Open the Advanced Features dialog box. 2. Move the Dry Time slider toward More. 3. Move the Ink Volume slider toward Light. The colors in the image may become lighter. 4. Click OK. If the problem persists: 1. Remove the borderless printing media, then load plain paper in the In tray.
2. Press and hold down the Resume button until the printer starts printing a selftest page, then release the button. 3. Repeat step 2 until the self-test has no ink smears on the back of the paper.
storing and handling photo paper Follow these instructions to maintain the quality of your HP brand photo paper. 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. When you have finished printing, return any unused photo paper to the plastic bag.
calibrating print cartridges The printer automatically calibrates the print cartridges after a new print cartridge is installed. You can also calibrate the print cartridges at other times to ensure optimal print quality. To calibrate print cartridges: 1. Load a stack of plain white paper in the In tray. 2. Go to printer maintenance. 3. Click Calibrate Printer. 4. Click Calibrate, then follow the onscreen instructions.
manually cleaning the print cartridges If the printer is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris may accumulate on the print cartridge contacts. gathering cleaning supplies You will need the following items to clean the print cartridges. ● ● Distilled water (tap water may contain contaminants that can damage the print cartridge) Cotton swabs or other soft, lint-free material that will not stick to the print cartridge Be careful not to get ink on your hands or clothing as you clean.
1. clean only the copper contacts Repeat this process until no ink residue or dust appears on a clean swab. 3. Insert the print cartridges in the printer, then close the printer cover.
removing ink from skin and clothing Follow these instructions to remove ink from skin and clothing: to remove ink from... do this... skin Wash the affected area with an abrasive soap. white fabric Wash the fabric in cold water using chlorine bleach. color fabric Wash the fabric in cold water using sudsy ammonia. Caution! Always use cold water to remove ink from fabric. Warm or hot water may set the ink color into the fabric.
paper trays The printer has two paper trays: an In tray and an Out tray. 1. out tray 2. in tray in tray The In tray holds paper or other media to be printed. Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the media on which you are printing. 1. in tray 2. paper width guide 3. paper length guide out tray Printer pages are deposited in the Out tray. Raise the Out tray to load most paper sizes. Remove the Out tray to load small media.
Replace the Out tray before printing. To prevent paper from falling out of the Out tray, pull out the Out tray extension. 1. out tray extension When printing in FastDraft mode, pull out the Out tray extension, then unfold the Out tray extension stop.
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 finishes, fold the Out tray extension stop, then push the Out tray extension into the Out tray.
connectivity ● USB ● networking ❍ connecting via a networked computer ❍ using an hp jetdirect print server
USB The printer connects to the computer with a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable. The computer must be running Windows 98 or later to use a USB cable. For instructions on connecting the printer with a USB cable, see the setup poster that came with the printer.
networking Select the appropriate networking option: ● connecting via a networked computer ● using an hp jetdirect print server
connecting via a networked computer The printer can be connected directly to a computer on a network and then shared with other computers on the network. For instructions on sharing the printer on a network, use the printer software CD and follow the onscreen network setup instructions.
using an hp jetdirect print server The printer can be connected to a network with an HP Jetdirect Print Server. For instructions on using an HP Jetdirect Print Server, use the printer software CD and the documentation that came with the print server.
getting started (hp deskjet 5160) For an overview of the printer features and the optional Two-Sided Printing Accessory, click here. Click the appropriate topic below for a description of a printer feature: ● buttons and lights ● paper trays ● print cartridges ● ink-backup mode For a description of the optional Two-Sided Printing Accessory, click here.
printer features The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1. buttons and lights 2. paper trays 3. single envelope slot 1. print cartridges 2.
1. connectivity 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. print cancel button 2. print cartridge status light 3. resume button 4. power button print cancel button Pressing the Print Cancel button cancels the current print job. print cartridge status symbol and light The Print Cartridge Status light turns on or flashes when a print cartridge needs service.
paper trays For information about the paper tray, select one of the topics below: ● unfolding the paper tray ● in tray ● out tray ● Folding the paper tray The HP deskjet 5160 series printer is not available in all countries/ regions. unfolding the paper tray Follow these steps to unfold the paper tray: 1. Lower the In tray. 2. Pull out the paper length guide to the edge of the In tray. 3. Lower the Out tray. 4. Pull out the Out tray extension.
in tray The In tray holds paper and other media to be printed. 1. in tray paper width guide Adjust the paper width guide to print on different sizes of paper. 1. paper width guide paper length guide Adjust the paper length guide to print on different sizes of paper.
1. paper length guide in tray extension To print on large paper, such as legal paper, pull out the paper length guide to the edge of the In tray, then pull out the In tray extension. 1. in tray extension out tray Printed pages are deposited in the Out tray. 1. out tray To prevent paper from falling out of the tray, pull out the Out tray extension.
1. out tray extension When printing in FastDraft mode, pull out the Out tray extension, expand the Out tray extension, then unfold the Out tray extension stop. 1. out tray extension 2. out tray extension stop Do not unfold the Out tray extension stop when printing on legal paper. Only unfold the Out tray extension stop when printing in FastDraft mode on other types of media. Folding the paper tray Follow these steps to fold the paper tray: 1.
2. Raise the Out tray. 3. If necessary, push in the In tray extension. 4. Push the paper length guide into the interior of the printer until it stops. 5. Raise the In tray.
envelopes guidelines ● Avoid using envelopes that: have clasps or windows; have thick, irregular, or curled edges; are shiny or embossed; are wrinkled, torn, or otherwise damaged. ● Align the envelope edges before inserting them in the In tray. ● In tray capacity: Up to 20 envelopes preparing to print a single envelope 1. Place the envelope, with the printable side down and the flap to the left, into the single envelope slot. 2. Push the envelope into the printer until it stops.
4. Slide the paper guides firmly against the envelopes. 5. Lower the Out tray. printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate envelope size Type is: Plain Paper 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
printing (hp deskjet 5150) Click the appropriate topic below to view an explanation of the printer software: ● print settings ● advanced features ● device status box Click the appropriate topic below to view instructions on printing functions: ● printing a document ● changing default settings ● printing digital photographs ● digital photography technologies ● two-sided printing ● print task quick sets ● borderless printing ● setting a custom paper size ● printing a booklet ● printin
● banners ● iron-on transfers
device status box The Device Status Box appears each time the printer prints a file. The following items are displayed: 1. Ink Levels: Approximate ink level of each print cartridge. 2. Device Status: The status of the printer. For example, Spooling or Printing. 3. Document Properties: The following information about the current print job is provided. ❍ Document: Name of the document that is currently printing. ❍ Print Quality: Print quality setting being used. ❍ Paper Type: Type of paper used.
printing a document basic printing instructions Follow these steps to print a document: 1. Open the file you want to print. 2. Click File > Print. 3. Click OK to print with the printer's default print settings. setting printing options Follow these steps to change printing options: 1. Open the file you want to print. 2. Click File > Print, then select Properties. The Printer Properties dialog box appears. The path to the Printer Properties dialog box may vary depending on the software program. 3.
posters guidelines ● ● After the sections of a poster have been printed, trim the edges of the sheets, then tape the sheets together. In tray capacity: Up to 150 sheets preparing to print 1. Remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 4. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. printing 1.
tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate size Type is: Plain Paper Finishing Poster Printing: 2 x 2, 3 x 3, 4 x 4, or 5 x 5 Basics Orientation: Appropriate orientation 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
plain paper guidelines In tray capacity: Up to 150 sheets preparing to print 1. Remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 4. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 1. letter paper 2. legal paper printing 1.
Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate paper size Type is: Plain Paper 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
envelopes guidelines ● Avoid using envelopes that: have clasps or windows; have thick, irregular, or curled edges; are shiny or embossed; are wrinkled, torn, or otherwise damaged. ● Align the envelope edges before inserting them in the In tray. ● In tray capacity: Up to 20 envelopes preparing to print 1. Remove the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3.
printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate envelope size Type is: Plain Paper 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
transparencies guidelines ● For great results, use HP brand inkjet transparency film. ● In tray capacity: Up to 20 sheets preparing to print 1. Remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Place the transparencies in the In tray, with the printable side down and the adhesive strip facing up and toward the printer. 4.
labels guidelines ● Use only paper labels that are designed specifically for inkjet printers. ● Use only full sheets of labels. ● Verify that the labels are not sticky, wrinkled, or pulling away from the protective backing. ● Do not use plastic or clear labels. The ink will not dry on these labels. ● In tray capacity: Up to 20 sheets preparing to print 1. Remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3.
2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
index cards and other small media guidelines ● Use only cards and small media that meet the printer's paper size specifications. For specifications, see the reference guide that came with the printer. ● For instructions on borderless printing, click here. ● In tray capacity: Up to 60 cards preparing to print 1. Remove the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3.
printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate paper size Type is: Appropriate paper type Print Quality: Normal or Best 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
greeting cards guidelines ● Unfold pre-folded cards, then place them in the In tray. ● For great results, use HP Greeting Card Paper. ● In tray capacity: Up to 20 greeting cards preparing to print 1. Remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Fan the edges of the greeting cards to separate them, then align the edges. 4. Place the greeting cards in the In tray, with the side to be printed facing down.
2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
hagaki cards guidelines ● Use only cards and small media that meet the printer's paper size specifications. For specifications, see the reference guide that came with the printer. ● For instructions on borderless printing, click here. ● In tray capacity: Up to 60 cards preparing to print 1. Remove the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3.
printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: An available hagaki or borderless hagaki card size Type is: An available hagaki paper type Print Quality: Normal or Best 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
photographs guidelines For outstanding results, use HP brand photo paper. ● For high-quality results, use a high-resolution print setting, install a photo print cartridge in the printer, and set the HP digital photography options. ● For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. ● ● For instructions on borderless printing, click here. ● For information on preventing photo paper from curling, click here.
❍ Large photographs: Place the photo paper in the In tray with the printable side down. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 6. Replace the Out tray. printing If your software program includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1.
Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate photo paper size Type is: Appropriate HP photo paper type Print Quality: Normal, Best, or Maximum dpi hp Digital Photography: Desired photo enhancement options 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
banners guidelines ● ● ● Use HP banner paper for great results. Remove any perforated strips from the banner paper before loading it in the In tray. In tray capacity: Up to 20 continuous sheets preparing to print 1. Remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. Do not unfold the Out tray extension stop. 3.
If your software program includes a banner printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Letter or A4 Type is: hp banner paper 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
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. In tray capacity: Up to 20 sheets preparing to print 1. Remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Place the iron-on transfer paper in the In tray with the printable side down.
1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate paper size Type is: hp iron-on transfer Print Quality: Normal or Best Basics Orientation: Mirror Image 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
maintenance ● replacing print cartridges ● calibrating print cartridges ● calibrating color ● automatically cleaning print cartridges ● manually cleaning the print cartridges ● auto-on and auto-off feature ● maintaining print cartridges ● storing and handling photo paper ● maintaining the printer body ● removing ink from skin and clothing ● printer tools
calibrating color Perform a color calibration only if the colors in photographs printed with the photo print cartridge are consistently tinted. Before preforming a color calibration, calibrate the printer, then reprint your photograph. If the color is still tinted, then perform a color calibration. To calibrate color: 1. Load plain white paper in the In tray. 2. Verify that a photo print cartridge is installed in the printer. 3. Go to printer maintenance. 4. Click Calibrate Color. 5.
automatically cleaning print cartridges If your printed pages are missing lines or dots, or if they contain ink streaks, the print cartridges may be low on ink or may need to be cleaned. Click here to check the print cartridge ink levels. If the print cartridges are not low on ink, follow these steps to clean the print cartridges automatically: 1. Go to printer maintenance. 2. Click Clean Cartridges. 3. Click Clean, then follow the onscreen instructions.
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. To remove smudges, stains, and/or dried ink from the exterior of the printer, use a soft cloth moistened with water. When cleaning your printer, keep these tips in mind: ● ● ● Do not clean the interior of the printer. Keep all fluids away from the interior. Do not use household cleaners or detergent.
printer tools The printer software contains a number of useful tools to enhance the printer's performance. Use the printer tools to: ● View estimated ink levels. ● Clean the print cartridges. ● Calibrate the printer. ● Print a test page. ● Perform other functions as needed. To access the tools, click here.
troubleshooting ● printer is not printing ● paper jam ● print quality is poor ● document is misprinted ● photos are not printing correctly ● borderless printing problems ● banners are not printing correctly ● error messages ● printer lights are on or flashing ● printer is slow ● automatic two-sided printing problems ● if you continue to have problems
printer is not printing verify the following ● Printer is connected to the power source. ● Cable connections are secure. ● Printer is turned on. ● Print cartridges are correctly installed. ● Paper or other media is correctly loaded in the In tray. ● Printer's top cover is closed. ● Rear Access Door or optional duplexer is attached. check the printer lights The printer lights indicate printer status and alert you to potential problems.
if the printer still does not print Select the topic below that best describes the problem: ● paper jam ● out of paper message
error messages out of paper message if the in tray is loaded 1. Verify the following: ❍ There is sufficient paper in the In tray (at least ten sheets). ❍ The In tray is not overly full. ❍ The paper stack is touching the back of the In tray. 2. Slide the paper guides so they fit firmly against the edges of the paper. 3. Press the Resume button to continue printing. if the in tray is empty 1. Load paper in the tray. 2. Press the Resume button to continue printing.
print quality is poor streaks and missing lines If your printed pages are missing lines or dots or if streaks appear, the print cartridges may be low on ink or may need to be cleaned. print is faded ● Verify that a black print cartridge is installed. If the black text and images on your printouts are faded, you may be printing using only the tri-color print cartridge. Insert a black print cartridge, in addition to the tri-color print cartridge, for optimal black print quality.
1. Open the Advanced Features dialog box. 2. Move the Ink Volume slider toward Light or Heavy. If you increase the ink volume, move the Dry Time slider toward More to avoid smearing the ink. 3. Click OK, then click OK again.
document is misprinted text and images are misaligned If the text and images on your printouts are misaligned, then calibrate the printer. document is printed off-center or at an angle 1. Verify that the paper is correctly placed in the In tray. 2. Verify that the paper guide fits firmly against the paper. 3. Reprint the document.
photos are not printing correctly check the printer properties Open the Printer Properties dialog box and verify the following options: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate size Type is: Photo Paper Print Quality: Best colors are tinted or incorrect If colors in photographs appear tinted or incorrect, follow these steps: 1. Calibrate the print cartridges. 2. Reprint the photograph. 3. If colors are still tinted or incorrect, calibrate the color.
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 on preventing photo paper from curling, click here. fading occurs near the edges of a printout If fading occurs approximately 1 to 2.
banners are not printing correctly check the paper tray ● ● ● Unfold and refold the paper when several sheets feed into the printer at once. Confirm that the unattached edge of the banner paper stack is on top and facing the printer. Verify that the correct paper for banner printing is used.
printer is slow Several variables can slow the printer's performance. multiple software applications are open The computer does not have sufficient resources for the printer to print at its optimum speed. To increase printer speed, close all unnecessary software applications when printing. complex documents, graphics, or photographs are printing Documents containing graphics or photographs print slower than text documents.
hard drive, the printer processing time will be longer. 1. Verify that the computer's hard disk space, RAM, and processor speed meet system requirements. 2. Free up space on the hard drive. printer is in ink-backup mode The printer may print more slowly if it is in ink-backup mode. To increase the print speed, use two print cartridges in the printer.
minimum system requirements Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements: Microsoft Windows XP Minimum processor speed: Pentium II 233 MHz Required RAM: 128 MB Required free hard disk space: 175 MB* Microsoft Windows 98, Me Minimum processor speed: Pentium 150 MHz Required RAM: 32 MB Required free hard disk space: 175 MB* Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Minimum processor speed: Pentium II 133 MHz Required RAM: 64 MB Required free hard disk space: 175 MB* * If you are printing photograph
automatic two-sided printing problems (if optional Two-Sided Printing Accessory is attached to printer) paper jam occurs inside the two-sided printing accessory See paper jam for instructions. option for two-sided printing cannot be selected Verify the following: ● The Two-Sided Printing Accessory (duplexer) is attached to the printer. ● The duplexer is enabled in the printer software. ● The media type and size selected in the Paper/Quality tab are supported by the duplexer.
❍ Flip Pages Up is selected for binding along the top (tablet binding). ❍ Flip Pages Up is not selected for binding along the side (book binding). For more information, see two-sided printing. paper size changes when the two-sided printing option is selected The paper size is not supported by the duplexer. See the documentation that came with the duplexer for a list of supported paper sizes.
if you continue to have problems If you continue to have problems after investigating the troubleshooting topics, shut down, then restart your computer. If you still have problems after restarting your computer, go to HP customer support at www.hp.com/support.
specifications ● printer specifications ● minimum system requirements ● environmental statement ● print cartridge recovery
printer specifications See the reference guide packaged with your printer for complete printer specifications, including: ● Types, sizes, and weights of paper and other printing media that can be used with your printer ● Print speeds and resolutions ● Power requirements
environmental statement Hewlett-Packard continuously improves the design processes of its deskjet printers to minimize the negative impact on the office environment and on the communities where printers are manufactured, shipped, and used. reduction and elimination Paper use: The printer's two-sided printing capability reduces paper usage and the resulting demands on natural resources. This printer is suited for the use of recycled papers in accordance with DIN 19 309.
The extended warranty and product take-back options are not available in all countries/regions. energy consumption This printer was designed with energy conservation in mind. Not only does this save natural resources, but it also saves money without affecting the high performance of the printer. This product qualifies for the ENERGY STAR® Program. ENERGY STAR is a voluntary program established to encourage the development of energy-efficient office products. ENERGY STAR is a U.S.
printing (hp deskjet 5160) Click the appropriate topic below to view an explanation of the printer software: ● print settings ● advanced features ● device status box Click the appropriate topic below to view instructions on printing functions: ● printing a document ● changing default settings ● printing digital photographs ● digital photography technologies ● two-sided printing ● print task quick sets ● borderless printing ● setting a custom paper size ● printing a booklet ● printin
● posters ● banners ● iron-on transfers
plain paper guidelines In tray capacity: Up to 150 sheets preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left. 3. Do one of the following according to the paper size: ❍ Letter, Executive, and A4: Pull out the paper length guide. ❍ Legal: Pull out the paper length guide, then pull out the In tray extension. 4. Place the paper in the In tray. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 1. plain paper 2.
1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate paper size Type is: Plain Paper 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
transparencies guidelines ● For great results, use HP brand inkjet transparency film. ● In tray capacity: Up to 20 sheets preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Place the transparencies in the In tray, with the printable side down and the adhesive strip facing up and toward the printer. 4.
labels guidelines ● Use only paper labels that are designed specifically for inkjet printers. ● Use only full sheets of labels. ● Verify that the labels are not sticky, wrinkled, or pulling away from the protective backing. ● Do not use plastic or clear labels. The ink will not dry on these labels. ● In tray capacity: Up to 20 sheets preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2.
Paper/ Quality Size is: Letter or A4 Type is: Plain Paper 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
index cards and other small media guidelines ● Use only cards and small media that meet the printer's paper size specifications. For specifications, see the reference guide that came with the printer. ● For instructions on borderless printing, click here. ● In tray capacity: Up to 60 cards preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3.
2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
greeting cards guidelines ● Unfold pre-folded cards, then place them in the In tray. ● For great results, use HP Greeting Card Paper. ● In tray capacity: Up to 20 greeting cards preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Fan the edges of the greeting cards to separate them, then align the edges. 4.
Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate card size Type is: Appropriate card type 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
hagaki cards guidelines ● Use only cards and small media that meet the printer's paper size specifications. For specifications, see the reference guide that came with the printer. ● For instructions on borderless printing, click here. ● In tray capacity: Up to 60 cards preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3.
Paper/ Quality Size is: An available hagaki or borderless hagaki card size Type is: An available hagaki paper type Print Quality: Normal or Best 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
photographs guidelines For outstanding results, use HP brand photo paper. ● For high-quality results, use a high-resolution print setting, install a photo print cartridge in the printer, and set the HP digital photography options. ● For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. ● ● For instructions on borderless printing, click here. ● For information on preventing photo paper from curling, click here.
5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 6. Lower the Out tray. printing If your software program includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1.
posters guidelines ● ● After the sections of a poster have been printed, trim the edges of the sheets, then tape the sheets together. In tray capacity: Up to 150 sheets preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 4. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 5. Lower the Out tray.
tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate size Type is: Plain Paper Finishing Poster Printing: 2 x 2, 3 x 3, 4 x 4, or 5 x 5 Basics Orientation: Appropriate orientation 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
banners guidelines ● ● ● Use HP banner paper for great results. Remove any perforated strips from the banner paper before loading it in the In tray. In tray capacity: Up to 20 continuous sheets preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. Do not unfold the Out tray exension stop. 3.
If your software program includes a banner printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Letter or A4 Type is: hp banner paper 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
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. In tray capacity: Up to 20 sheets preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 2. Slide the paper width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper length guide. 3. Place the iron-on transfer paper in the In tray with the printable side down.
If your software program includes an iron-on transfer printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following: tab setting Paper/ Quality Size is: Appropriate paper size Type is: hp iron-on transfer Print Quality: Normal or Best Basics Orientation: Mirror Image 2. Select any other desired print settings, then click OK.
user's guide other languages The User's Guide information is available in Adobe Acrobat format in the following languages.
