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HP Deskjet 5900 seriesUser's guide

1 Power button and light2 Print Cartridge Status lights3 PictBridge lights4 Resume button and light5 Print Cancel buttonPower button and light Use t

verifying print settings 74Photo projects 26PhotoREt printing 23PhotosOnline sharing 26Other projects 26Sharing 26photos, digital 22PictBridgelights 9

print cartridge problemmessage 73Print Cartridge Status lightis flashing 89print is faded 78printer does not feedpaper 70printer ejects paper 70printe

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1 Print Cartridge Status lights1. The left status light represents the tri-color print cartridge, which is installed in theleft side of the print cart

1 Connection light2 Error lightWhen the camera is connected correctly, the green Connection light is illuminated.The printer Power light flashes and t

Paper traysFor information about the paper trays, select one of these topics.Unfold the paper trays Follow these steps to unfold the paper trays:1. Lo

1 In trayPaper guidePrint on different sizes of media by sliding the paper guide to the right or to the left.Out tray Printed pages are deposited in

To prevent paper from falling out of the Out tray, fully pull out the Out-tray extension. Ifyou are printing in the FastDraft mode, unfold the Out-tra

4. Raise the Out tray.5. Raise the In tray.Print cartridges Three print cartridges can be used with the printer.1 Black print cartridge2 Tri-color pri

Replace print cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for the print cartridge selection number.You can find the selection number in three places

Exit ink-backup modeInstall two print cartridges in the printer to exit ink-backup mode.For instructions about installing a print cartridge, see the p

4Connect to the printer● USB● NetworkingUSB The printer connects to the computer with a universal serial bus (USB) cable. Thecomputer must be running

Hewlett-Packard CompanynoticesThe information contained in thisdocument is subject to changewithout notice.All rights reserved. Reproduction,adaptatio

5Print photos The printer software offers several features that make printing digital photos easierand improve photo quality.Learn how to perform the

If you are using photo paper with a tear-off tab, verify that the tab is pointing awayfrom the printer.5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edg

Note For maximum dpi quality, go to the Paper/Quality tab, andthen click Maximum dpi in the Print Quality drop-down list.– Paper Type: An appropriate

1 Small photos2 Large photosNote Some panoramic paper sizes might extend beyond the edge of theIn tray.6. Lower the Out tray.PrintNote If your softwar

Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that appear in the PrinterProperties dialog box.HP Real Life technologies HP Real Life te

The photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is not included with yourprinter.Install the photo print cartridgeTo install the photo pri

The 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi is the highest quality resolution for this printer. When4800 x 1200 optimized dpi is selected in the printer software, t

Follow these steps to select a color management option:1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box.2. Click the Color tab.3. Click one of the following

Storage● Keep unused photo paper in a plastic bag. Store the packaged photo paper on aflat surface in a cool place.● When you are ready to print, remo

HP Image Zone help to learn about how you can use the software to easily select andshare images by e-mail without the use of large file attachments.Us

Contents1 Welcome...42 Special features..

6Print photos from a digitalcamera Learn how to print photos directly from a digital camera:● About PictBridge● PictBridge printingAbout PictBridgeWi

Check the documentation that came with your camera to ensure that your camerasupports PictBridge.Follow these steps to print photos from a PictBridge-

camera. Refer to the documentation that came with your camera for detailedinformation on printing from the camera.Chapter 630 HP Deskjet 5900 series

7Print other documentsE-mail Letters Documents Envelopes Brochures Greeting cards Postcards Transparencies Labels Index cards Booklets Posters Iro

5. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box.2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab.3. In the What do you want to do? drop-down l

5. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box.2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab.3. In the What do you want to do? drop-down l

1 Letter or A4 paper2 Legal paper (extends over the edge of the In tray)5. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Printer Properties box.2. Click the Pri

Guidelines● Avoid using envelopes that have the following features:– Clasps or windows– Thick, irregular, or curled edges– Shiny or embossed coatings–

Guidelines● Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode. Always have two printcartridges installed in the printer.● Open the file in a softwa

3. In the What do you want to do? drop-down list, click Presentation Printing,and then specify the following print settings:– Paper Type: Click More,

Fast/economical printing...46General everyday printing...

2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings.– Size is: An appropriate card size– Type is: Click More, and then selec

Transparencies To print transparencies, use the Printing Shortcuts tab. For great results, use HPPremium Inkjet Transparency Film.GuidelinesDo not ex

Guidelines● Use only paper, plastic, or clear labels that are designed specifically for inkjetprinters.● Use only full sheets of labels.● Avoid using

Guidelines● Use only cards and small media that meet the paper size specifications for theprinter. For specifications, see the reference guide that ca

GuidelinesDo not exceed the In tray capacity: 100 sheets of paper.Prepare to print1. Raise the Out tray.2. Slide the paper guide all the way to the le

7. Click Continue to finish printing the booklet.Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that appear in the PrinterProperties dialo

5. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box.2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings:– S

5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper stack.6. Lower the Out tray.PrintNote If your software program includes an iron-on trans

8Printing tips Save time● Use the Printing Shortcuts tab.● Set printer default settings for options that you often use.● Create print task quick sets

General everyday printing Use General everyday printing to print documents quickly.● Documents● E-mailPresentation printing Use Presentation printin

12 Supplies...92Paper...

Follow these steps to change the default settings:1. Click the task tray icon.1 Task tray iconThe Printer Properties dialog box appears.2. Select the

Note The print quality options that are available on the Printing Shortcuts tab vary depending on the type of document that you are printing.Set the p

Before the document prints, a preview appears.5. Do one of the following:– Click File and then click Print to HP Deskjet to print the document.– Click

Follow these steps to select a specific paper type:1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box.2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab.3. In the Paper type

Delete a print task quick setFollow these steps to delete a print task quick set:1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box.A Print Task Quick Sets dro

Book bindingTablet bindingNote Book binding is the most common type of binding.Book bindingFollow these steps to print a two-sided document with a boo

3. Select the following check boxes:– Print On Both Sides (Manually)– Preserve Layout– Flip Pages Up4. Select any other print settings that you want,

Resize a document Use the printer software for either of these tasks:● Print a document on a paper size different from the size for which it is form

Apply an existing watermarkFollow these steps to apply an existing watermark to a document:1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box.2. Click the Effe

9Printer software● Use the Printer Properties dialog box to select printing options.● Use the What's This? help to learn more about specific prin

1WelcomeTo find an answer to a question, select one of the following topics:● Special features● Get started● Connect to the printer● Print photos● Pri

Note This feature might not be available in your operating environment.Print cartridge information and orderingFor print cartridge information and to

10Maintenance● Install print cartridges● Set the auto-off feature● Align the print cartridges● Calibrate color● Automatically clean print cartridges●

1 Selection number label● Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see thereference guide that came with the printer.●

6. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully removethe plastic tape. Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strips

8. Close the printer cover.The printer automatically prints a calibration page.For information about storing print cartridges, see Maintain print cart

2. Open the printer Toolbox.3. Click Align the Print Cartridges.4. Click Align, and then follow the onscreen instructions.Note This feature might not

Note This feature might not be available in your operating environment.View estimated ink levels Follow these instructions to view the estimated ink

Manually clean print cartridges If the printer is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris can accumulateon the print cartridge contact

Maintain print cartridges The following tips will help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent printquality:● Keep all print cartridges i

Printer Toolbox The printer Toolbox contains a number of useful tools to enhance the performance ofthe printer.Use the printer Toolbox to perform the

2Special featuresCongratulations! You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped withseveral exciting features:● Borderless printing: Use t

11Troubleshooting● Printer does not print● Paper jam● Paper problems● Paper mismatch● Printer is stalled● Print cartridge problems● Photos do not prin

Check the print queueThe printer will not print if a print job is stalled in the print queue. To resolve a print jobthat is stalled in the queue, comp

If you are printing labels, verify that a label did not become detached from thelabel sheet while passing through the printer.5. Replace the rear acce

document, always have the tri-color print cartridge and a black or photo printcartridge installed.Out-of-paper messageIf an out-of-paper message appea

If the paper size and type match the paper in the In tray, proceed to step 2 below.If the size and type do not match, select the matching paper size a

2. Read the selection number on the print cartridge label.1 Selection number2 Warranty date3. Check the list of print cartridges that can be used in t

Note You can print with one print cartridge in ink-backup mode if you donot have a replacement print cartridge available.5. If the Print Cartridge Sta

Tab SettingPaper/QualitySize is: An appropriate paper sizeType is: An appropriate photo paperPrint Quality: Best or Maximum dpiColors are tinted or in

Fading occurs on the edges of a photoVerify that the photo paper is not curled. If the photo paper is curled, place the paperin a plastic bag and gent

PictBridge problems Images in a connected digital camera do not printThere are several reasons why images in a connected digital camera do not print:

3Get started● Printer features● Buttons and lights● Paper trays● Print cartridges● Ink-backup mode● Automatic paper-type sensorPrinter featuresThe pri

State of the lights TaskConnection light is on and the Error lightflashes twiceThe camera has requested anunsupported command.Print quality is poor St

● Verify that the protective piece of plastic tape has been removed from the printcartridges.1 Remove plastic tape● Consider selecting a higher print

3. Click Document Options, and then click Printer Features.4. Click Dry Time, then select Change in the drop-down list, and then click theChange butto

Envelope is printed at an angle 1. Slide the flap inside the envelope before loading it in the printer.2. Confirm that the paper guide fits firmly aga

Horizontal lines appear on a photoIf light or dark horizontal lines appear on photos:1. Clean the print cartridges.2. Reprint the photo.3. If the line

Ink smears Follow these guidelines if ink smears appear on the back of the photos, or if the papersticks together:● Use an HP photo paper.● Verify tha

Fading occurs on the edges of a printoutVerify that photo paper is not curled. If the photo paper is curled, place the paper in aplastic bag and gentl

For most paper typesIf the photo has an unwanted border, try one of the following solutions:● Align the print cartridges.● Open the Printer Properties

Error messages Out of paper messageIf you receive an out of paper message, follow these guidelines."There was an error writing to USB port"T

"Print cartridge is in the wrong slot"If you receive this error message, the print cartridge is installed in the wrong side ofthe print cart

1 Automatic paper-type sensor2 Print cartridges3 Ink-backup mode1 USB portButtons and lights Use the printer buttons to turn the printer on and off, c

1 Power light2 Print Cartridge Status lights3 Resume lightPower light is flashing 1 Power lightIf the Power light is flashing, the printer is prepa

Resume light is flashing 1 Resume lightIf the Resume light is flashing, check the following conditions:● The printer might be out of paper.Place pap

1. The left status light represents the tri-color print cartridge, which is installed in theleft side of the print cartridge cradle.2. The right statu

Document prints slowly Multiple software programs are open The computer resources are insufficient for the printer to print at its optimum speed.To in

12Supplies● Paper● USB cablesPaperTo order media such as HP Premium Paper, HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film,HP Iron-On Paper, or HP Greeting Cards,

13Specifications● Printer specificationsPrinter specificationsSee the reference guide that came with your printer for complete printerspecifications,

14Environmental information● Environmental statement● Print cartridge recoveryEnvironmental statement Hewlett-Packard continuously improves the design

Recycling information for the European UnionImportant recycling information for our customers in the European Union: Topreserve the environment, this

fabrication processes, copper wire, steel plates, and the precious materials used inelectronics. Depending on the model, HP is able to recycle up to 6

IndexAadaptive lighting 22AdobeRGB 24aligning print cartridges 62auto-off feature 62automatic paper type sensor16Bbooklet printing 41borderless print