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HP LaserJet 5200 Series printersUser Guide

Managing special printing situations ...92Printing a

Using watermarksA watermark is a notice, such as "Confidential," that is printed in the background of each page of adocument.1. Open the pri

6. Click Save.7. Click Close. The name that you saved appears in the paper-size list for future use.Using different paper and printing coversFollow th

3. In the section for Document Options, select the number of pages that you want to print oneach sheet (1, 2, 4, 6, 9, or 16).4. If the number of page

Using features in the Macintosh printer driverWhen you print from a software program, many of the printer features are available from the printerdrive

Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paperYou can print more than one page on a single sheet of paper. This feature provides a cost-effectiveway to

4. Next to Two Sided Printing, select either Long-Edge Binding or Short-Edge Binding.5. Click Print.To print on both sides manually1. Insert enough pa

Managing special printing situationsPrinting a different first pageUse the following procedure to print the first page of a document on a different me

Managing stored jobsNOTE This feature is available only for printers that have installed hard drives.To store print jobs on the printer, use the Job S

Managing memoryThe printer supports up to 512 MB of memory. You can add additional memory by installing a dualinline memory module (DIMM) in the DIMM

5 Managing the printerThis chapter describes how to manage the printer:●Using printer information pages●Configuring e-mail alerts●Using the embedded W

Step 3: Can you print from a program? ...118Step 4: Does the job print as ex

Using printer information pagesFrom the printer control panel, you can print pages that give details about the printer and its currentconfiguration. T

Page description How to print the pageFile directoryShows information for all installedmass storage devices.1. Press Menu.2.Press to highlight INFORM

Configuring e-mail alertsNOTE If your company does not have e-mail, this feature might not be available.You can use HP Web Jetadmin or the embedded We

Using the embedded Web serverNOTE When the printer is directly connected to a computer, use the HP Easy Printer Caresoftware to view the printer statu

To access the embedded Web server by using a network connection1. In a supported Web browser on your computer, type the IP address for the printer in

Tab or section Options●Edit Other Links: Allows you to add or customize a link to another Web site. Thislink is displayed in the Other Links area on a

Using HP Web Jetadmin softwareHP Web Jetadmin is a Web-based software solution for remotely installing, monitoring, andtroubleshooting network-connect

Using the HP Easy Printer Care softwareThe HP Easy Printer Care software is a program that you can use for the following tasks:●Check the printer stat

HP Easy Printer Care software sectionsSection OptionsOverview tabContains basic statusinformation for the printer●Devices list: Shows the printers tha

Using the HP Printer Utility for MacintoshUse the HP Printer Utility to configure and maintain a printer from a Mac OS X computer.Opening the HP Print

Ordering parts, accessories, and supplies ...172Ordering directl

Item DescriptionBonjour Settings Provides the ability to turn on or off Bonjour support or change the printer service namethat is listed on a network.

6 MaintenanceThis chapter describes ways to maintain the printer:●Managing supplies●Replacing supplies and parts●Cleaning the printerENWW 107

Managing suppliesUsing, storing, and monitoring the print cartridge can help ensure high-quality printer output.Supplies lifeThe average cartridge yie

CAUTION Any damage caused by a non-HP print cartridge is not covered under theHP warranty and service agreements.To install a new HP print cartridge,

Replacing supplies and partsCarefully follow the guidelines in this section when replacing printer supplies.Supply replacement guidelinesTo facilitate

2. Remove the used print cartridge from the printer.3. Remove the new print cartridge from the bag. Place the used print cartridge in the bag forrecyc

5. Remove the shipping tape from the new print cartridge. Discard the shipping tape according tolocal regulations.6. Align the print cartridge with th

Cleaning the printerDuring the printing process, paper, toner, and dust particles can accumulate inside the printer. Overtime, this buildup can cause

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7 Problem solvingThis troubleshooting information is organized to help you resolve printing problems. Choose thegeneral topic or type of problem from

Plastics ...189HP LaserJet

Basic troubleshooting checklistIf you are experiencing problems with the printer, use the following checklist to identify the cause ofthe problem:●Is

Troubleshooting flowchartIf the printer is not responding correctly, use the flowchart to determine the problem. If the printerdoes not pass a step, f

A configuration page does not print. A blank page prints. A message other than READY or PRINTING CONFIGURATIONappears on the control-panel display.●Ch

●Check that the computer port is configured and working correctly.(Try connecting another printer to that port and printing.)● If printing with the PS

SYSTEM SETUPsubmenu (on theCONFIGURE DEVICEmenu) at the printercontrol panel,temporarily turn theCLEARABLEWARNINGS andAUTO CONTINUEsettings off. Then

(The printer driver and programsettings override the printercontrol panel settings.)●By default, paper loaded in tray 1will be printed first. If you d

Solving general printing problemsPrinter selects media from the wrong tray.CauseSolutionThe tray selection in the software program might be incorrect.

Print job is extremely slow.CauseSolutionThe job might be very complex.The maximum speed of the printer cannot be exceededeven when more memory is add

The printer prints, but the text is wrong, garbled, or incomplete.CauseSolutionThe printer cable is loose or defective. Disconnect the printer cable a

Control-panel message typesFour types of control-panel messages can indicate the status of or problems with the printer.Message type DescriptionStatus

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Control-panel messagesControl panel message Description Recommended action10.32.YY UNAUTHORIZED SUPPLYUnauthorized supply in usealternates withFor hel

Control panel message Description Recommended actionwidth guides, and confirm that theguides are in the correct position.5.To continue printing, press

Control panel message Description Recommended action13.XX.YY JAM INSIDE REAR DOORalternates withClear jam then press A jam has occurred in the duplex

Control panel message Description Recommended action21 PAGE TOO COMPLEXalternates withTo continue press The page-compression process is too slowfor t

Control panel message Description Recommended action40 EIO X BAD TRANSMISSIONalternates withTo continue press A connection with the card in the EIO s

Control panel message Description Recommended action52.XY ERRORalternates withTo continue turn off then onA printer error has occurred. 1.Press to co

Control panel message Description Recommended actionFor help press alternates withTo continue turn off then on68.X PERMANENT STORAGE FULLalternates w

Control panel message Description Recommended action<Date> <Time>To change press To skip, press STOPThe printer has an internal clock that

Control panel message Description Recommended actionClearing paper path The printer jammed or detected misplacedmedia. The printer is attempting to ej

Control panel message Description Recommended actionContact HP Customer Support or yourauthorized HP service provider.INSUFFICIENT MEMORY TO LOADFONTS

1 Printer basicsNow that the printer is set up and ready to use, take a few moments to familiarize yourself with theprinter. This chapter contains bas

Control panel message Description Recommended actionMEM TEST FAILURE REPLACE DIMM 1 The memory DIMM has failed. Install a supported memory DIMM. SeeIn

Control panel message Description Recommended actionreturn to the Ready state when the pagehas printed.Printing... MENU MAP The printer is generating

Control panel message Description Recommended actionRAM DISK IS WRITE PROTECTEDalternates withReadyTo clear press The file system is protected and no

Control panel message Description Recommended actionalternates withTo change size or type press Press to clear the message.Press to change the type

Control panel message Description Recommended actionUSB STORAGE FILE OPERATION FAILEDalternates withReadyTo clear press The printer received a PJL fi

Guidelines for using paperFor best results, make sure the paper is of good quality, and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, looseparticles, dust, wrink

Printing special pagesSpecial pages within the memory of the printer can help you to diagnose and learn about problemswith your printer.●Configuration

Common causes of jamsThe printer is jammed.1Cause SolutionThe media does not meet specifications. Use only media that meets HP specifications. See Pap

Jam locationsUse this illustration to troubleshoot jams in the printer. For instructions about clearing jams, seeClearing jams.24131 Print cartridge2

Clearing jamsWhen clearing jams, be very careful not to tear the media. If a small piece of media remains in theprinter, it could cause additional jam

Quick access to printer informationSeveral references are available for use with this printer. See www.hp.com/support/lj5200.GuideDescriptionGetting s

3. Before replacing the tray, make sure the paper is flat in the tray at all four corners and below thetabs on the guides.Lock4. Open and close the to

2. Slowly pull the media out of the printer. Be careful to not tear the media.CAUTION Avoid spilling loose toner. Use a dry, lint-free cloth, to clean

Clearing jams from the output-bin areasNOTE If media is jammed in the top output area, but most of the media is still inside theprinter, it is best to

3. Grasp both sides of the media, and slowly pull the media out of the printer. (There might beloose toner on the media. Be careful not to spill it on

Clearing jams from the optional duplexer1. Remove the duplexer from the rear of the printer.2. Look inside the printer duplex area and remove any medi

4. Reinstall the duplexer.NOTE To prevent further jams, make sure all tray covers are in place.Solving repeated jamsIf jams occur frequently, try the

●Make sure that the power supplied to the printer is steady and meets printer specifications. SeeSpecifications.●Clean the printer. See Cleaning the p

Troubleshooting print-quality problemsThis section helps you define print-quality problems and what to do to correct them. Often print-quality problem

See Light print (partialpage)See Light print (entirepage)See Specks See Specks See DropoutsSee Dropouts See DropoutsAAAAABBBBBCCCCCaaaaacccccbbbbbSee

NOTE These examples depict letter-size media that has passed through the printer short-edge-first.Light print (partial page)1. Make sure that the prin

Printer at a glanceHP LaserJet 5200HP LaserJet 5200nHP LaserJet 5200tnHP LaserJet 5200dtn●Prints up to 35 pages-per-minute (ppm)●48 megabytes (MB) of

Specks might appear on a page after a jam has been cleared.1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem corrects itself.2. Clean the inside of the

Gray background 1. Do not use media that has already been run through the printer.2. Try using a different type of media.3. Print a few more pages to

Loose toner Loose toner, in this context, is defined as toner that can be rubbed off the page.1. If media is heavy or rough, open the CONFIGURE DEVICE

Repeating imageDear Mr. Abhjerhjk,The dhjhfiuhu if teint hhkjhjnf j us a weue jd, fnkksneh vnk kjdfkaakd ss hsjhnckkajhdhf kashfhnduujdn.Pkshkkhklhlkh

4. Turn over the stack in the tray. Also, try rotating the stack 180°.5. Make sure that the type and quality of the media you are using meet HP specif

5. Make sure that the type and quality of the media you are using meet HP specifications. (SeePaper specifications.)6.If envelopes are creasing, try s

White spots on black 1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem corrects itself.2. Make sure that the type and quality of the media you are using

Blurred print 1. Make sure that the type and quality of the media you are using meet HP specifications. (SeePaper specifications.)2. Make sure that th

●From your software program, rotate the whole page 180° to print the lighter image first.●If the defect occurs later in a print job, turn the printer

Troubleshooting network printing problemsNOTE HP recommends that you use the printer CD to install and set up the printer on anetwork.●Print a configu

Features at a glance Feature DescriptionPerformance●460 MHz processorUser interface●Control-panel help●Show Me How help topics in the control panel●HP

Troubleshooting common Windows problems Error message:"Error Writing to LPTx" in Windows 9x.CauseSolutionMedia is not loaded. Make sure that

Troubleshooting common Macintosh problemsIn addition to the problems that are listed in Solving general printing problems, this section listsproblems

The printer driver does not automatically set up your selected printer in Print Center.CauseSolutionThe printer software might not have been installed

When connected with a USB cable, the printer does not appear in the Macintosh Print Center after the driver isselected.CauseSolutionThis problem is ca

Troubleshooting common PostScript problemsThe following situations are specific to the PostScript (PS) language and might occur when severalprinter la

A Supplies and accessoriesThis section provides information about ordering parts, supplies, and accessories. Use only partsand accessories that are sp

Ordering parts, accessories, and suppliesSeveral methods are available for ordering parts, supplies, and accessories:Ordering directly from HPYou can

Part numbersThe following list of accessories was current at the time of printing. Ordering information andavailability of the accessories might chang

Item Description Part numberParallel cables2-meter IEEE 1284-B cable C2950A3-meter IEEE 1284-B cable C2951AUSB cable2-meter A to B cable C6518APrint m

Item Description Part numberHP Printing paperFor use with HP LaserJet and inkjetprinters. This has been createdespecially for small and home offices.

Feature DescriptionSupplies●The supplies status page contains information about toner level, page count, and estimatedpages remaining.●The printer che

Item Description Part numberSpecifications: 84 bright, 20 lb, 30%post-consumer content.HP LaserJet transparenciesFor use only with HP LaserJetmonochro

B Service and supportHewlett-Packard limited warranty statementHP PRODUCT DURATION OF LIMITED WARRANTYHP LaserJet 5200, 5200n, 5200tn, and 5200dtn pri

CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED INCONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some countries/regions, states or provin

HP maintenance agreementsHP has several types of maintenance agreements that meet a wide range of support needs.Maintenance agreements are not part of

4. If possible, include print samples and 50 to 100 sheets of paper or other print media that did notprint correctly.5. In the U.S., call HP Customer

C Specifications●Physical specifications●Electrical specifications●Acoustic emissions●Operating environment●Paper specificationsENWW 181

Physical specificationsTable C-1 Printer dimensionsPrinter model Height Depth WidthWeight1HP LaserJet 5200 and 5200n 275 mm (10.8 in) 535 mm (21 in)

Printer modelPrinting2Ready3,4Sleep5OffHP LaserJet 5200dtn625 W611 W 8.5 W 0.4 W1Values subject to change. See www.hp.com/support/lj5200 for current i

Paper specificationsFor complete paper specifications for all HP LaserJet printers, see the HP LaserJet printer familyprint media guide (available at

Envelopes with double side seamsDouble side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than diagonalseams. This style mi

WalkaroundPrinter partsBefore using the printer, familiarize yourself with the parts of the printer.51234761 Top output bin2Long-media extension3 Latc

LabelsCAUTION To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels recommended for laser printers.To prevent serious jams, always use tray 1 to print labels

D Regulatory informationThis section contains the following regulatory information:●FCC regulations●Environmental product stewardship program●Declarat

FCC regulationsThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. T

Environmental product stewardship programProtecting the environmentHewlett-Packard Company is committed to providing quality products in an environmen

not be returned to you. Your empty HP LaserJet print cartridges are recycled responsibly when youparticipate in the HP Planet Partners program. Thank

HP LaserJet 5200 printerLocation On formatter boardUser-removable NoFor recycling information, you can go to www.hp.com/recycle, or contact your local

●HP’s environmental management system●HP’s end-of-life product return and recycling program●Material Safety Data SheetsVisit www.hp.com/go/environment

Declaration of conformityDeclaration of conformityDeclaration of Conformityaccording to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014Manufacturer's Name: Hewlett

Safety statementsLaser safetyThe Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administrationhas implemented regulations

Laser statement for FinlandLuokan 1 laserlaiteKlass 1 Laser ApparatHP LaserJet 5200, 5200n, 5200tn, 5200dtn, laserkirjoitin on käyttäjän kannalta turv

89108 On/off switch9 Interface ports (see Interface ports)10 Rear output bin (pull to open)Interface portsThe printer has one EIO slot and three ports

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E Working with memory and print servercardsThis section explains the memory features of the printer and provides steps for expansion.●Overview●Install

OverviewOne dual inline memory module (DIMM) slot and two CompactFlash slots are available for upgradingthe printer with the following items:●More pri

Installing printer memoryYou might want to add more printer memory to the printer if you often print complex graphics, printPostScript (PS) documents,

3. Remove the right side panel by sliding it towards the rear of the printer until the side slides fromthe printer.4. Open the access door by pulling

5. Remove the DIMM from the antistatic package.CAUTION To reduce the possibility of damage caused by static electricity, always wearan electrostatic d

7. Press the DIMM straight into the slot, and press firmly. Make sure the locks on each side of theDIMM snap into place.NOTE To remove a DIMM, first r

9. To replace the right side panel, line up the alignment arrows and slide the panel toward the frontof the printer until it latches into place.10. Re

Installing CompactFlash cardsUp to two CompactFlash cards can be installed to add fonts to the printer.To install a CompactFlash card1. After the conf

4. Open the access door by pulling on the metal tab.5. Remove the new CompactFlash card from its package.6. Hold the CompactFlash card by its edges an

Printer softwareThe printing-system software is included with the printer. See the getting started guide for installationinstructions.The printing sys

7. Slide the CompactFlash card into place.8. Close the access door, and press firmly until it snaps into place.9. To replace the right side panel, lin

10. Reconnect the interface cable(s) and the power cord.Use Device Storage Manager in HP Web Jetadmin to manage fonts. For more information, see theHe

Checking DIMM or CompactFlash installationAfter installing the DIMM or CompactFlash card, make sure that the installation was successful.To verify tha

Saving resources (permanent resources)Utilities or jobs that you download to the printer sometimes include resources (for example, fonts,macros, or pa

Enabling memory for Windows1. On the Start menu, point to Settings, and click Printers or Printers and Faxes.2. Select this printer and select Propert

Using HP Jetdirect print server cardsFollow these procedures to install or remove an EIO card.Installing an HP Jetdirect print server card1. Turn off

4. Connect the network cable to the EIO card.5. Replace the right cover, turn on the printer, and then print a configuration page to verify that thene

F Printer commandsMost programs do not require you to specify printer commands. See your computer and softwaredocumentation to find the method for spe

Understanding PCL 6 and PCL 5e printer command syntax Before using printer commands, compare these characters:Lowercase l: l Uppercase O: ONumber one:

Ec&l3a1o8DUsing escape charactersPrinter commands always begin with the escape character (Ec).The following table shows how the escape character c

bidirectional communication, the installer presents Driver Autoconfiguration as an installablecomponent by default for a typical installation and for

NOTE Fonts are either "fixed" or "proportional" in spacing. The printer contains both fixedfonts (Courier, Letter Gothic, and Line

Function Command Options (#)80 = Monarch envelope81 = Commercial 10 envelope90 = DL ISO envelope91 = C5 ISO envelope100 = B5 ISO envelope/B5 ISO101 =

Table F-3 Cursor PositioningFunction Command Options (#)Vertical position (rows)Ec&a#R# = Row numberVertical position (dots)Ec*p#Y# = Dot number

Function Command Options (#)9E = Windows 3.1 Latin 2 (commonlyused in Eastern Europe)5T = Windows 3.1 Latin 5 (commonlyused in Turkey)579L = Wingdings

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Glossarybidirectional communication Two-way data transmission.bin A receptacle for holding printed pages.BOOTP Abbreviation for “Bootstrap Protocol,”

I/O Abbreviation for “input/output,” refers to computer-port settings.IP address The unique number assigned to a computer device that is connected to

IndexSymbols/Numerics250–sheet tray. See tray 2500–sheet tray. See tray 3AA4 paper settings 29, 30access denied 133accessibility features 5accessories

messages, numerical list 126messages, types of 125Paper Handling menu 27Print Quality menu 31Printing menu 29Resets menu 39Retrieve Job menu 25setting

Ethernet cards, part numbers 173event log 40extended warranty 180Ffactory defaults, restoring 39FastRes 4, 32FCC regulations 188features 3, 4file dire

Opening the printer driversOperating System To change the settings for allprint jobs until the softwareprogram is closedTo change the defaultsettings

Llabelsfuser modes 32printing 73specifications 186landscape orientationduplexing options 83PCL commands 217setting as default 30language, control pane

Show Me How 24System Setup 34mercury-free product 190messagesalphabetical list 133event log 40numerical list 126settings 35, 44types of 125Windows 166

portrait orientationduplexing options 83PCL commands 217setting as default 30portsincluded 3locating 7LPT error messages 166parallel 50supported 4trou

right-side panel, locating 6rough paper 32Ssafety statements 194, 195sanitizing disk 138saving resources, memory 209scaling documents 86serial buffer

printing to 61tough paper 79transfer unit warranty 178transmission errors 129transparenciesfuser modes 32HP, ordering 176printing 74specifications 186

usage page 26usage page, printing 96USB buffer overflow errors 129USB cable, part number 174USB portconnecting 51locating 7Macintosh installation 12su

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The printing system software includes the following components:●PostScript Printer Description (PPD) filesThe PPDs, in combination with the Apple Post

Installing Macintosh printing system software for direct connections (USB)NOTE Macintosh computers do not support parallel port connections.The Apple

UNIXFor HP-UX and Solaris networks, go to www.hp.com/support/net_printing to download theHP Jetdirect printer installer for UNIX.LinuxFor information,

Other components and utilitiesWindows Macintosh OS●Software installer — automates the printing systeminstallation●Online Web registration●PostScript P

Selecting print mediaThis printer accepts a variety of media, such as cut-sheet paper, including up to 100% recycled fibercontent paper; envelopes; la

HP LaserJet 5200 Series printersUser Guide

Media size Dimensions Tray 1 Tray 2/Tray 3 Automaticduplex1Manaul duplexA3 297 x 419 mm (11.7 x16.5 in)B4 (JIS) 257 x 363 mm (10.1 x14.3 in)8K 269 x 3

For more information about using print media, see Paper specifications.Supported media typesMedia type Weight Tray 1 Tray 2/Tray 3 Automaticduplex1Man

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2 Control panelThis section explains the printer control panel and menus:●Overview●Control-panel layout●Using the control-panel menus●Show Me How menu

OverviewYou can perform most routine printing tasks from the computer by using the program or printerdriver. These two methods are the most convenient

Control-panel layoutThe control-panel display gives you complete, timely information about the printer and print jobs.Menus provide access to printer

Number Button or light FunctionNOTE The control-panel lights cycle while the print job iscleared from both the printer and the computer, and then thep

Using the control-panel menusTo gain access to the control-panel menus, complete the steps below.To use the menus1. Press Menu.2.Press or to naviga

Show Me How menuEach choice in the SHOW ME HOW menu prints a page that provides more information.Item ExplanationCLEAR JAMS Prints a page that shows h

Retrieve Job menuThis menu provides a list of the stored jobs in the printer and access to all the job storage features.You can print or delete these

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Information menuThe INFORMATION menu contains printer information pages that give details about the printer andits configuration. Scroll to the inform

Paper Handling menuIf paper-handling settings are correctly configured at the printer control panel, you can print byselecting the type and size of me

Item Values Explanationof the information that was specified on the previous threescreens, such as TRAY 1 SIZE= 8 x 16 INCHES, Settingsaved.28 Chapter

Configure Device menuThis menu contains administrative functions. The CONFIGURE DEVICE menu allows the user tochange the default printing settings, ad

Item Values ExplanationYES The default setting is YES.MANUAL FEED OFFONFeeds the paper manually from tray 1, rather than automaticallyfrom a tray. If

Item Values ExplanationFONT PITCH: Selects the font pitch. This item might notappear, depending on the font selected. The range is 0.44 to99.99.SYMBOL

Item Values Explanationappears for each tray that is installed, and registration mustbe set for each tray.●X1 SHIFT: Registration of the image on the

Item Values ExplanationFASTRES 1200PRORES 1200600: Produces high print quality for text and can be used forcompatibility with the HP LaserJet 4 family

System Setup submenuItems on this menu affect printer behavior. Configure the printer according to your printing needs.Item Values ExplanationDATE/TIM

Item Values ExplanationSIZE/TYPE PROMPT: Use this menu item to controlwhether the tray configuration message and its prompts areshown whenever a tray

HP Customer CareOnline ServicesFor 24-hour access to updated HP printer-specific software, product information, and supportinformation through an Inte

Item Values ExplanationON ON: If an error occurs that prevents printing, the messageappears on the printer control-panel display, and the printergoes

Item Values ExplanationNOTE If you change the setting from OFF toAUTO, the printer automatically reinitializes when itbecomes idle.The default setting

I/O submenuItems on the I/O (input/output) menu affect the communication between the printer and the computer.If the printer contains an HP Jetdirect

Resets submenuItems on the Resets submenu relate to returning settings to the defaults and changing settings suchas Sleep mode.Item Values Explanation

Diagnostics menuAdministrators can use this submenu to isolate parts and to troubleshoot jam and print-quality issues.Item Values ExplanationPRINT EVE

Changing printer-control-panel configuration settingsBy using the printer control panel, you can make changes to general printer configuration default

5.Press or to select the desired option, and then press .6. Press Menu to exit the menu.Tray-behavior optionsFour user-defined options are availab

To set the printer default for PS Defer Media1.Press Menu to open the menus.2.Press to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE, and then press .3.Press to highl

To turn the Sleep mode on or off1. Press Menu to open the menus.2.Press to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE, and then press .3.Press to highlight RESETS,

5.Press or to select the appropriate setting, and then press .6. Press Menu to exit the menu.Auto continueYou can determine printer behavior when

installation in order to use the HP Easy Printer Care software. See Using the HP Easy Printer Caresoftware.HP support and information for Macintosh co

Cartridge-out responseThe printer has two options for this menu item.●Select CONTINUE to allow the printer to continue printing. A REPLACE CARTRIDGE w

RAM diskThis option determines how the RAM disk feature is configured. This option is available only if theprinter has at least 8 MB of free memory. T

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3 Input/output (I/O) configurationThis chapter describes how to configure certain network parameters on the printer:●Parallel configuration●USB config

Parallel configurationThe printer supports network and parallel connections at the same time. A parallel connection ismade by connecting the printer t

USB configurationThe printer supports a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port. The USB cable can be a maximum of 5 meters (15feet) long.Connecting the USB cablePlug t

Network configurationYou might need to configure certain network parameters on the printer. You can configure theseparameters from the printer control

6.Press to highlight MANUAL SETTINGS, and then press .7.Press to highlight SUBNET MASK, and then press .8.Press the or arrow to increase or dec

To disable IPX/SPXNOTE Do not disable this protocol in Windows-based systems that print to the printerthrough IPX/SPX.1. Press Menu.2.Press to highli

Enhanced I/O (EIO) configurationNOTE If you are adding a print server to the base model, additional printer memory might berequired.The enhanced input

Table of contents1 Printer basicsQuick access to printer information ...

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4 Printing tasksThis chapter describes how to perform basic printing tasks:●Controlling print jobs●Using print media●Configuring output bins●Configuri

Controlling print jobsIn Windows, three settings affect how the printer driver pulls media when you send a print job. TheSource, Type, and Size setti

NOTE If all of the tray type settings are set to ANY, and if you do not select a specific tray(source) in the printer driver, the printer pulls media

Using print mediaBefore purchasing any paper or specialized forms in quantity, verify that your paper supplier hasobtained and understands the print-m

Configuring output binsThe printer has two output bins into which it places finished print jobs:●Top (face-down) output bin: This it the default outpu

Printing to the rear output binNOTE When tray 1 and the rear output bin are used together, they provide a straight-through paper path for your print

Configuring traysLoad special print media, such as envelopes, labels, and transparencies, in tray 1 only. Load onlypaper in tray 2 or optional tray 3.

3. Slide the media-width guides slightly wider than the media.4. Place media into the tray (short-edge in, print-side up). The media should be centere

Customizing tray 1 operationThe printer can be set to print from tray 1 if it is loaded, or to print only from tray 1 if the type of mediathat is load

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●If you are printing on longer media, slide the lock lever on the tray into the unlockedposition, and then extend the rear section of the tray to fit

4. Place the paper in the tray and make sure that it is flat at all four corners. Keep the paper belowthe height tabs on the paper-length guide in the

To load tray 31. Pull the tray out of the printer and remove any paper.2. Adjust the rear length guide for the correct paper size.3. Adjust the side w

4. Place the paper in the tray and make sure that it is flat at all four corners. Keep the paper belowthe hooks on the side and rear of the tray.5. Se

Printing on special mediaSpecial media includes letterhead, prepunched (including 3-hole punched), envelopes, labels,transparencies, full-bleed images

LockGuidelines for printing on letterhead or preprinted forms●Do not use letterhead paper that is printed with low-temperature inks, such as those use

To load envelopes in tray 1Many types of envelopes can be printed from tray 1. Up to 10 can be stacked in the tray.1. Open tray 1 and pull out the tra

4. Load as many as 10 envelopes in the center of tray 1 with the side to be printed on facing up,and the postage end pointed away from the printer. Sl

●Do not feed a sheet of labels through the printer more than once. The adhesive backing isdesigned for one pass through the printer.●Do not print on b

3. Load media with the side to be printed on facing up, and the top, short edge toward the printer.4. In the printer driver or software program, selec

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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

Loading custom-size media in tray 2 or optional tray 31. Pull the tray out of the printer and remove any media.●If you are printing on longer media fr

4. Slide the side media-width guides up against the edge of the stack.Lock5. Set the paper-size dial (callout 1) and paper-size switch (callout 2) to

3. At the control panel, on the PAPER HANDLING menu, set TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE.4. From the printer driver, set the type of paper for tray 1 to vellum,

Recycled paperThis printer supports the use of recycled paper. Recycled paper must meet the same specificationsas standard paper. See the HP LaserJet

Printing and paper storage environmentIdeally, the printing and paper storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and nottoo dry or too

Printing on both sides (duplexing)You can print on both sides of a sheet of paper (called duplexing or two-sided printing) in two ways—automatic and m

Layout options for printing on both sidesThe following illustration shows the four print-orientation options. These options are available whenPrint on

4. Click OK.5. Send the print job to the printer.NOTE The paper you are printing on will partially come out of the top output bin during theduplexing.

Using features in the Windows printer driverWhen you print from a software program, many of the product features are available from the printerdriver.