HP 5550 HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide
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user's guide TOC hp deskjet 5550 series table of contents notices notices and acknowledgements terms and conventions accessibility using the onscreen user's guide special features getting started printer features buttons and lights paper trays print cartridges automatic paper-type sensor reserve - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 2
cleaning print cartridges manually cleaning the print cartridge cradle maintaining print cartridges maintaining the printer body removing ink for skin and clothing using the hp inkjet utility troubleshooting printer is not printing problems with printouts printer lights are flashing or - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 3
user's guide TOC Newport ROW Mac UG Final "There is a problem with the Print Cartridges" error message appears on the computer screen specifications printer specifications minimum system requirements minimum printing margins environmental statement print cartridge recovery limited warranty - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 4
notices notices q notices and acknowledgements q terms and conventions q accessibility q using the onscreen user's guide Newport ROW Mac UG Final 4 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_notices_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 10:23:50 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 5
this material is prohibited without prior written permission of Hewlett-Packard, except as allowed under copyright laws. acknowledgments Apple, the Apple logo, AppleTalk, ColorSync, the ColorSync logo, Finder, Mac, Macintosh, MacOS, Powerbook, Power Macintosh, and Quickdraw are trademarks of Apple - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 6
and conventions Newport ROW Mac UG Final The following terms and conventions are used in the User's Guide. terms HP Deskjet printers may be referred to as the HP Deskjet printer, the HP printer, or the printer. symbols The > symbol guides you through a series of software steps. For example: Click - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 7
accessibility accessibility Newport ROW Mac UG Final For accessibility information, visit Apple's Website at http://www.apple.com/disability/. 7 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_accessibility_fs.html [5/9/2002 10:23:51 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 8
ROW Mac UG Final This onscreen user's guide is viewed through Adobe Acrobat Reader version 4.0 or greater. Use the following tools to view and navigate the onscreen user's guide: q View Buttons: Click these buttons to change page views: View the page in actual size Fit the page in the window - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 9
features special features Newport ROW Mac UG Final Congratulations! You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several of ink. Auto-On and Auto-Off: Enable Auto-Off to place the printer into a low-power, energyefficient mode after it has been idle for 30 minutes. The printer - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 10
getting started getting started q printer features q buttons and lights q paper trays q print cartridges q reserve mode q automatic paper-type sensor q connectivity Newport ROW Mac UG Final 10 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_getting_started_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 10:23:53 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 11
printer features printer features Newport ROW Mac UG Final The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. To view a printer feature, click below on the name of the feature. 1. buttons and lights 2. paper trays 1. reserve mode 2. print cartridges 3. automatic - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 12
printer features 1. connectivity Newport ROW Mac UG Final 12 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_printerfeatures_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:23:54 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 13
a print cartridge needs service. resume button and lights The Resume light flashes when an action is required such as loading paper or clearing a paper jam. When the problem is solved, press the Resume button to continue printing. power button and light The Power button turns the printer on and off - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 14
paper trays paper trays Newport ROW Mac UG Final The printer has two paper trays: an In tray and an Out printed. You can print different sizes of media by sliding the paper guides in and out. 1. paper width guide 2. paper length guide Out tray Printed pages are deposited in the Out tray. Raise the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 15
paper trays Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Out tray up Remove the Out tray to load small media, such as index cards. Replace the Out tray before printing. Out tray - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 16
product number c6656a tri-color c6657a photo print c6658a For installation instructions, see replacing print cartridges. For storage instructions, see maintaining print cartridges. For recycling instructions, see print cartridge recovery. For print cartridge ink capacity, see the information - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 17
automatic paper-type sensor Newport ROW Mac UG Final The Automatic Paper- HP paper and media, provides better printing results. When the Automatic default option is selected, the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor is engaged. The printer scans the first page of a document with a blue optical sensor light - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 18
mode reserve mode Newport ROW Mac UG Final Reserve mode allows the printer to operate using only printer and affects the quality of printouts. when only this print cartridge is installed... black print cartridge the result is... Colors are printed as grayscale. tri-color print cartridge Colors - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 19
reserve mode Newport ROW Mac UG Final exiting reserve mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to exit the reserve mode. For instructions on installing a print cartridge, see replacing print cartridges. 19 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_reservemode_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 20
to the computer with a USB cable. For instructions on connecting the printer with a USB cable, see the Setup poster that came with the printer. network The printer can be connected to a network with an HP JetDirect External Print Server that supports an AppleTalk connection. 20 file:///C|/Projects - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 21
printer software: q using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic q using printer software with Mac OS X Click the appropriate topic below to view instructions cards q posters q banners q iron-on transfers 21 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_printing_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 22
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic The printer is controlled by software installed on your computer. Use the printer software to perform the following tasks: q choosing the printer q printing - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 23
printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final 3. Click hp deskjet printer in the right side of the Chooser dialog box. 4. Do one of the following, depending on how the computer and the printer . Desktop printing is not supported in Mac OS X Classic. 23 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 24
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic checking the printer status The printer desktop icon shows you the status of the printer. Newport ROW Mac UG Final icon meaning Printer is idle and set as the default printer. Printer is idle and not set as the default printer. Printing - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 25
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Menu: Choose one of the following: r Page Attributes: To set print options for the document. r Application Attributes: To set print options specific to - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 26
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Panel Menu: Click the menu to select different panels: General, Paper Type/Quality, Layout, Color, Digital Photography, Background Printing, or an application-specific panel. 2. Settings Menu: Click to select - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 27
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Copies: Enter the number of copies to be printed. 2. Collate: Select to collate if printing multiple copies. 3. Print Back to Front: Select to - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 28
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Paper Group: Select the category of paper used, such speed. High Resolution photo is available for some photo papers. 4. Ink: Click to set the ink dry time and density. layout Select the Layout panel for page - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 29
/Automatic: Select Manual for manual two-sided printing. You can select Automatic only if you have installed the optional HP Two-Sided Printing Accessory (duplexer). digital photography For a description of the Digital Photography panel, see printing digital photographs. color 29 file:///C|/Projects - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 30
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Use the Color panel for these functions: Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Image: Choose one of the following: r ColorSmart III: Prints optimum color quality. r ColorSync: Prints using the ColorSync matching system. r Grayscale: Prints in shades - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 31
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Print In: Choose one of the following: document as it is printing. displaying the print status dialog box Double-click the hp printer icon on the desktop to display the Print Status dialog box. using the print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 32
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Control Buttons: Select a print job in the print queue, then click one of the following buttons to control printing: Pause a print job. Restart - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 33
using printer software with Mac OS X using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final The printer is controlled by software installed on the computer. For instructions on using the printer software, select one of the following topics: q using the page setup dialog box q using the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 34
using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final r Summary: To view the print settings for the document. r Borderless Printing: See borderless printing . 2. Format for: Select the printer name. 3. Paper Size: Select the paper size. 4. Orientation: Click the appropriate icon for the page - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 35
using printer software with Mac OS X for the document. 4. ?: Click to view Mac Help. 5. Preview: Click to see a preview of document. copies and pages Use the Copies and Pages panel for these functions: Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Copies: Enter the number of copies to be printed. 2. Collated: Select - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 36
using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Pages per Sheet: Select how many pages to print on each sheet of paper. 2. Layout Direction: Select the option for how multiple pages - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 37
using printer software with Mac OS X paper type/quality Use the Paper Type/Quality panel for these functions: Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Paper photo paper types when Best mode is selected). r Color: Select the color setting. 37 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_printer_driver_osx.html (5 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 38
using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final 2. Color Options : Click to set saturation, brightness, and color tone. 3. Digital Photos: See printing digital photographs . 4. Ink: Click to set ink dry time and density. two sided printing The Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 39
using printer software with Mac OS X q Manage available printers q Select a default printer q Add a printer q Manage print jobs displaying the print center Follow these steps to display the Print Center: 1. Click Applications in the Finder window. 2. Select the Utilities folder. 3. Select the Print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 40
using printer software with Mac OS X selecting a default printer Follow these steps to set the printer as the computer's default printer: Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Open the Print Center. For instructions on opening the Print Center, see using the print center . 2. Click the printer name. 3. Do - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 41
using printer software with Mac OS X managing print jobs Use the Print Center to manage print jobs. Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Open the Print Center. For instructions on opening the Print Center, see using the print center. 2. Select the printer. The print queue appears. 3. Click a print job to - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 42
Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic The following instructions provide the most common method of selecting page layout and print options. The software options, paper group, paper type, ink density, and drying time. 5. Color to choose options for color, - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 43
a document Newport ROW Mac UG Final For a description of the Macintosh printer software, see using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.X, and X Classic. Mac OS X The following instructions provide the most common method of selecting page layout and print options. The software program you are using - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 44
X The Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory must be attached to the back of the printer to print a two-sided document with Mac OS X. two-sided printing with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Follow these instructions to print a two-sided document: 1. Open the Print dialog box, then select the Layout - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 45
binding Tablet binding 7. Reload the paper, then click Continue. two-sided printing with Mac OS X To print a two-sided document on a Mac OS X computer, the Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory must be attached to the printer. If the Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory is not attached to the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 46
Both Sides. 6. Select the appropriate binding. Book binding. Tablet binding. 7. Change any other desired print settings, then click Print. Manual two-sided printing is not available in Mac OS X. 46 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_twosided_printing_fs.html (3 of 3) [5/9/2002 10:24:03 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 47
Newport ROW Mac UG Final The hp deskjet printer has several features to improve the print quality of your digital photographs. For printing instructions, select the appropriate option: q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer Mac OS - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 48
On to allow the printer driver to automatically focus images. Mac OS X accessing the digital photography options 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Printer Type/Quality panel. 3. Click the Digital Photo tab. using the hp digital photography options 1. Use the HP Digital Photography tab - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 49
digital photographs Newport ROW Mac UG Final r Digital Flash: Lighten dark images. Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance lightness and darkness. r Sharpness: Adjust image sharpness to preference. Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance sharpness - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 50
-off feature to place the printer in a low-power, energy-efficient mode after it has been idle for 30 minutes. To enable the auto-off feature, open the hp inkjet utility, select the Configuration panel, then follow the onscreen instructions. For instructions on using the hp inkjet utility, see using - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 51
OS X. turning on the automatic paper-type sensor 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel. 3. Do one of the following: r Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic: Select Automatic in the Paper Group box r Mac OS X: Select Automatic in the Paper Type box 4. Do one of the following - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 52
borderless printing borderless printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final Borderless printing lets you print to the edges of small media such as cards and photos. 4 x 6 inch photo paper with tear-off tabs: - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 53
Load the paper into the printer according to the instructions for the paper type. HP Borderless Photo paper printable or glossy-side down, into the In tray. Replace the Out tray. q index cards and other small media q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 54
borderless printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final 3. Click OK. 4. Open the Print dialog box. 5. Select any other desired print settings. Click a two-sided printing option when appropriate. Clicking a two-sided - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 55
to 100 sheets of paper in the In tray. Newport ROW Mac UG Final 4. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 5. Lower the Out tray. printing on plain paper q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 56
plain paper 4. After you have selected the print settings, click OK. Newport ROW Mac UG Final printing on plain paper with Mac OS X 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer, page size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box, then select the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 57
Mac UG Final Print a single envelope using the envelope slot, or print multiple envelopes using the paper tray. printing guidelines q Never place more than 15 envelopes in the In tray at one time. q Avoid using envelopes that have clasps or windows Slide out both paper guides and remove all paper - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 58
4. Push the envelopes forward until they stop. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the envelopes. 6. Replace the Out tray. printing the envelopes q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 59
envelopes Newport ROW Mac UG Final panel setting Paper Type/Quality Paper Group: Automatic, desired print settings. 5. After you have selected the print settings, click OK. printing envelopes with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: panel setting - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 60
envelopes Newport ROW Mac UG Final For a description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 60 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_envelopes_fs.html (4 of 4) [5/9/2002 10:24:06 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 61
transparencies transparencies Newport ROW Mac UG Final printing guidelines For great results use hp premium inkjet transparency film. preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Fan the edges of the transparency sheets to - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 62
may wait for transparencies to dry before releasing them to the top of the tray. printing transparencies with Mac OS X 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer, page size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box, then select the following settings - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 63
5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the sheets. 6. Lower the Out tray. printing labels If your software program includes a label printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 64
I am using an application built for Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final Mac OS X printing labels with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic 1. Open . 5. After you have selected the print settings, click OK. printing labels with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 65
print settings. 5. After you have selected the print settings, click Print. For a description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 65 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_labels_fs.html (3 of 3) [5/9/2002 10:24:07 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 66
media printing guidelines Newport ROW Mac UG Final q Use only cards and small media that meet the printer's paper size specifications. q index cards or other small media 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Align the card edges. 4. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 67
, follow the instructions provided by the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 68
an out of paper message appears, verify the cards are positioned properly in the paper tray. printing index cards and other small media with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: panel Page Attributes setting Paper Size: Appropriate card size Orientation - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 69
and other small media Two Sided Printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final Print Both Sides: Unchecked for unsupported of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 69 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_small_media_fs.html (4 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 70
. q Use hp photo papers for great results. preparing to print small photographs For high-quality photos, install a photo print cartridge in the printer. For instructions on installing a print cartridge, see replacing print cartridges. 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 71
of photo paper-printable side down-in the In tray. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the photo paper. 6. Lower the Out tray. printing photographs q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 72
photographs Newport ROW Mac UG Final panel setting Paper Type/Quality Paper Group: Automatic or Photo Paper Paper Type: Appropriate hp photo paper type After you have selected the print settings, click OK. printing photographs with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 73
Paper Type/Quality Newport ROW Mac UG Final Paper Type: Appropriate hp photo paper type Quality: Best Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. If a photo print cartridge is installed in the printer, replace it with a black print cartridge when you finish printing photographs. For instructions - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 74
Mac UG Final q Unfold pre-folded cards, then place them in the In tray. q If an out of paper message appears, verify that the cards are positioned properly in the In tray. q For great results, use hp greeting card paper. preparing to print 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 75
with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing greeting with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 76
appears, verify the greeting cards are positioned properly in the paper tray. printing greeting cards with Mac OS X 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer, paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box, then select the following settings - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 77
posters posters printing guidelines Poster printing is not available in Mac OS X. preparing to print Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Raise the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Fan the edges of the sheets to separate them, then align the edges. 4. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 78
posters Layout Newport ROW Mac UG Final Multiple Page Per Sheet Menu: Tiling Tiling Size: 2, 3, or the sheets then tape the sheets together. For a description of available print options, click Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic. 78 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_posters_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 79
edge of the paper facing the printer. 1. unattached edge 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 6. Lower the Out tray. printing banners If your software program includes a banner printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 80
Paper or Inkjet Paper Paper Type: Appropriate inkjet paper (if Inkjet Paper group is selected) Quality: Normal 4. Click OK. printing banners with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: panel setting Page Attributes Paper Size: A4 Letter Banner or US - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 81
desired print settings. 5. After selecting the print settings, click Print. For a description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 81 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_banners_fs.html (3 of 3) [5/9/2002 10:24:11 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 82
down. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the transfer paper. 6. Lower the Out tray. printing iron-on transfers If your software program includes an iron-on transfer printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 82 file - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 83
iron-on transfers q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing iron-on transfers with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic 1. Open - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 84
iron-on transfers panel Page Attributes setting Newport ROW Mac UG Final Page Size: A4 Letter or US description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 84 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_iron-on_transfers_fs.html - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 85
the print cartridge cradle q maintaining print cartridges q maintaining the printer body q refilling print cartridges q removing ink from skin and clothing q using the hp inkjet utility Newport ROW Mac UG Final 85 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_maintenance_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 10 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 86
Mac UG Final Before buying replacement print cartridges, verify the correct part numbers. For the correct part numbers, see print cartridges. The printer can operate with only one print cartridge installed. For more information, see reserve mode. To replace a print cartridge: 1. Press the Power - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 87
Cartridge Status light continues to blink after installing a new print cartridge, verify the part number on the cartridge. 9. Open the hp inkjet utility to print a test page. For instructions on using the hp inkjet utility, see hp inkjet utility. After you change the print cartridge, the printer is - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 88
replacing print cartridges print quality. Newport ROW Mac UG Final For information on how to recycle your empty print cartridge, see print cartridge recovery. Warning! Keep both new and used print cartridges out - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 89
print cartridges refilling print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final To get the best performance from your HP printer, use only genuine, factoryfilled HP print cartridges. Caution! Damage that is directly attributable to modified or refilled HP print cartridges is specifically excluded from the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 90
aligning print cartridges aligning print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final After a print cartridge is replaced, align the print cartridges to ensure the best print quality. Alignment is performed from the hp inkjet utility. 1. Open the hp inkjet utility. 2. Select the Calibrate panel. 3. Click - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 91
onscreen instructions. If your printouts are still missing lines or dots after cleaning, a print cartridge may be low on ink. One or both print cartridges may need to be replaced. If a print cartridge is low on ink and you do not have a replacement cartridge available, use the printer in reserve - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 92
! Be careful not to get ink on your hands or clothing as you clean. preparing to clean 1. Press the Power button to turn on the printer, then raise the top cover. The print cartridges move to the center of the printer. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer. 3. Remove the print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 93
the print cartridge cradle Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. print cartridge cradle 2. print cartridge cradle walls 3. Repeat this process until no ink residue appears on a clean swab. 4. Reinsert the print cartridges and close the printer's top cover. 5. Reconnect the power cord to the back of the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 94
maintaining print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final The following tips will help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure Do not remove the protective tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer. If the plastic tape has been removed from - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 95
maintaining print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final Caution! Do not drop the print cartridge. Dropping the print cartridge may result in damage to the print cartridge. 95 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_maintaining_print_cartridges_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:24:14 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 96
the printer body maintaining the printer body Newport ROW Mac UG Final 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 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 97
skin and clothing Follow these steps to remove ink from skin and clothing: Newport ROW Mac UG Final 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 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 98
ROW Mac UG Final The hp inkjet utility contains tools to calibrate the printer, clean the print cartridges, print a test page, and find Website support information. Select the appropriate option: My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x My computer runs Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x Mac OS X Mac OS - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 99
Configure: Enables Auto-Off feature. r Support: Provides access to the HP Website where you can find support for the printer and information about HP products and supplies. r Register: Accesses the HP Website to register the printer. Mac OS X displaying the hp inkjet utility 1. Double-click the OS - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 100
r Configure: Enables Auto-Off feature. r Support: Provides access to the HP Website where you can find support for the printer and information about HP products and supplies. r Register: Accesses the HP Website to register the printer. 100 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_mac_utility_fs - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 101
troubleshooting troubleshooting Click the topic below that best describes the problem: Newport ROW Mac UG Final q printer is not printing q problems with printouts q printer lights are flashing or on q printer is too slow q borderless printing problems If you continue to have problems after - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 102
Printing Accessory or Rear Access Door is attached. q The print cartridges are correctly installed. check the printer lights q If the Power light is blinking, the printer is in the process of printing. q If the Resume light is blinking, press the Resume button. q If the Print Cartridge Status - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 103
Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. They are required electrical contacts. 3. Close the top cover. 4. Press the Resume button. Wait until the Power light stops flashing before printing a file. paper problems Click - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 104
printer is not printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final If the paper jam is not cleared after Resume button. 5. Print the document. out of paper if the paper tray is loaded 1. Adjust the length guide so that the paper stack touches the back of the paper tray. 2. Slide the paper forward until it stops - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 105
the power cord from the printer. 2. Wait approximately 10 seconds. 3. Reconnect the power cord to the printer. 4. Press the Power button to turn on the printer. printer driver not found in Mac OS X Classic The printer driver you need may have to be installed separately. If no hp inkjet printer icon - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 106
with printouts Click the topic below that best describes the problem: Newport ROW Mac UG Final q print quality is poor q text and images are misaligned q document is printed off-center or at an angle q parts of the document are missing or printed in the wrong place q printout does not reflect - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 107
to align the print cartridges. Follow these steps to calibrate the printer: 1. Open the hp inkjet utility. 2. Select the Calibrate panel. 3. Click the Align button, then follow the onscreen instructions. document is printed off-center or at an angle 1. Verify that the paper is correctly placed - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 108
software application. photos are not printing correctly check the paper tray 1. Verify that the photo media is placed in the paper tray with the print side down. 2. Slide the paper forward until it stops. 3. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper, then push in the tray. check the printer - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 109
/Quality Paper Group: Photo Paper (Mac OS 8.6. 9.x, and X Classic only) Paper Type: An hp photo paper Quality: Best or High Resolution Photo banner does not print correctly check the paper tray 1. Unfold and refold the paper when several sheets feed into the printer at once. 2. Confirm that the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 110
Newport ROW Mac UG Final q The protective piece of plastic tape may still be attached to the print cartridges. Verify that the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridges. q The print cartridges may be out of ink. Replace one or both empty print cartridges. q The printer may be - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 111
. Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Print Cartridge Status light 2. Resume light 3. Power light 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. there may be a paper jam Follow these instructions to clear - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 112
ROW Mac UG Final the printer may be ready to print the second side of a two-sided document 1. Follow the onscreen instructions for printing the second side. These instructions appear when you manually print a two-sided document. 2. Press the Resume button. Power light is flashing the printer is - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 113
light is on print cartridge status light is on Newport ROW Mac UG Final The Print Cartridge Status light is on when one or both of the cartridges is low on ink. 1. Print Cartridge Status light 1. Open the printer the tri-color print cartridge. The printer may print more slowly and colors may be - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 114
print cartridge status light is on replacement print cartridge available. Newport ROW Mac UG Final If you do not have a replacement available, you may remove the tri-color print cartridge and print in reserve mode using only the black or photo print cartridge. The printer prints all documents in - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 115
is flashing print cartridge status light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final The Print Cartridge Status light flashes when one or both of the print cartridges is improperly installed or malfunctioning. 1. Print Cartridge Status light 1. Open the printer's top cover. 2. Note the print cartridge - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 116
print cartridge status light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. the print cartridge cradle on the left indicates a problem with black or photo print cartridge To solve the problem: 1. Remove the print cartridge. 2. Re-insert the print cartridge. If the problem persists, replace the black or - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 117
persists, replace the tri-color print cartridge. print cartridge cradle is in the center and the print cartridge status light is flashing If the print cartridge carriage is in the center with a blinking Print Cartridge Status light, the printer cannot yet diagnose the problem. To determine the print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 118
print cartridge status light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final If the problem persists, replace the black or photo print cartridge. -andq the tri-color print cartridge is low on ink At some point, print quality will deteriorate. We recommend that you have a replacement print cartridge available. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 119
the problem: Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. Remove the remaining print cartridge. 2. Re-insert the print cartridges. If the problem persists, replace the black or photo print cartridge(s). print cartridge cradle is on the left and the status light is on q there is a problem with the tri-color print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 120
Mac UG Final Several variables can slow the printer's performance. Click the topic below that best describes the printer's performance: q multiple software documents. printer driver is outdated An outdated printer driver may be installed. Log onto HP's Website at http://www.hp.com/go/support . 120 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 121
slow computer does not meet system requirements Newport ROW Mac UG Final Verify that the computer's hard disk space, RAM, and processor speed meet system requirements. For more information, see system requirements. printer is in reserve mode The printer may print more slowly if it is in reserve - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 122
borderless printing problems image is printed at angle if your printout looks like this... Newport ROW Mac UG Final do this... 1. Load the paper correctly in the In tray. 2. Verify that the paper guides fit firmly against the cards or photo paper. 3. Follow loading instructions for the paper - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 123
printing problems border is on side of image if your printout looks like this... Newport ROW Mac UG Final do this... Calibrate the printer. image is above tear-off tab if your printout looks like this... do this... Calibrate the printer. ink smears if your printout has ink smears... If ink smears - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 124
, click one of the following: r Mac OS 8.6, 9.X, or X Classic: OK r Mac OS X: Print If the problem persists: 1. Remove the borderless printing media, then load plain letter or A4 paper in the In tray. 2. Press and hold down the Resume button until the printer starts printing a selftest page, then - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 125
screen Newport ROW Mac UG Final "There is a problem with the print cartridges" error message appears on the computer screen 1. Open the printer's top cover to activate the Print Cartridge Status light. 1. Print Cartridge Status light 2. Note the Print Cartridge Status light. Click the appropriate - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 126
specifications specifications q printer specifications q minimum printing margins q minimum system requirements q environmental statement q print cartridge recovery q limited warranty q regulatory notices Newport ROW Mac UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_specs_intro_fs.html [5/9/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 127
printer specifications hp deskjet 5550 series Newport ROW Mac Exact speed varies with system configuration, software program, and document complexity. black Resolution Photo (1200 dpi text rendering): 1200 x 1200 dpi color input resolution (depending on paper type) Plain Paper/FastDraft: 300 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 128
on input image. color and photo print cartridges Up to 6 ink printing (Requires hp photo print cartridge #58) For more information, see print cartridges. print technology Drop-on-demand thermal inkjet printing software compatibility USB connection: Mac OS version 8.6, 9.x, or Mac OS X (version 10 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 129
printer_spec 8 MB built-in RAM Newport ROW Mac UG Final processor 96 MHz processor buttons and lights Cancel button Print Cartridge Status light Resume button and light Power button and light i/o interface Centronics Parallel, IEEE 1284-Compliant with 1284-B receptacle Universal Serial Bus (USB) - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 130
average when printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final power requirements For power adapter part number 0950-4082 the power requirements are: Input Voltage: 006 in/in) on plain paper and cards ± .010 mm/mm (.010 in/in) on HP transparency films media weight Paper: U.S. Letter 60 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 131
to 90 g/m ² (20 to 24 lb) Cards: Up to 200 g/m ² (110 lb index max) Banner paper: 60 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) Newport ROW Mac UG Final media handling In tray capacity: Plain paper sheets: Up to 100 Banners: Up to 20 sheets Envelopes: Up to 15 Greeting cards: Up - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 132
tear-off tab): 102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 in) Newport ROW Mac UG Final print cartridges Black: selection number 56, part number c6656a Tri-Color: selection number 57, part number c6657a Photo: selection number 58, part number c6658a 132 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_printerspec_fs.html (6 of - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 133
RAM 10 MB (minimum) available hard-disk space AppleTalk connection PowerPC MacOS-based computer MacOS version 8.6, 9.x or Mac OS X (version 10.1.x) Minimum 64 MB 10 MB (minimum) available hard-disk space file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_minimum_system_requirements_fs.html [5/9/2002 10:24 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 134
minimum printing margins minimum printing margins Newport ROW Mac UG Final The printer cannot print outside a designated area of the page. Minimum print margins for common media types are shown below. A4 paper Left and Right Margins: 3.4 mm (0. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 135
]) Left and Right Margins: 6.4 mm (0.25 in) Top Margin: 1.8 mm (0.07 in) Bottom Margin: 11.7 mm (0.46 in) Between Page Margin: 0.0 mm (0.0 in) Newport ROW Mac UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_minimum_printing_margins_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:24:23 AM] 135 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 136
Mac UG Final 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 automatic/manual - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 137
service mark of the USEPA. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Hewlett-Packard Company has determined that this product meets ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency. Energy consumption in off-mode: When the printer turning the printer power off, then disconnecting the end of the printer power cord from - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 138
manufacturer in the world. This program is provided as a free service to HP customers as an environmentally sound solution for these products at endof life HP is able to recycle up to 65% of the print cartridge by weight. The remaining parts that cannot be recycled (ink, foam and composite parts) - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 139
.html limited warranty Newport ROW Mac UG Final region North America (including Canada) Asia Pacific Europe Latin America software printer 90 days 1 year 90 days 1 year 90 days 1 year 90 days 1 year extent of limited warranty Hewlett-Packard (HP) warrants to the end-user - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 140
/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_printer_warranty_fs.html Newport ROW Mac UG Final 3. If HP receives, during the applicable warranty period, notice of a defect in any software, media, or ink cartridge covered by HP's warranty, HP shall replace the defective product. If HP receives notice of a defect in any - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 141
/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_printer_warranty_fs.html Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1. This Warranty Statement find HP resellers in the U.S., visit HP's service locator at www.hp.com/service_locator. q If your reseller does not offer service contracts, call HP directly and ask about our HP service agreements - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 142
Newport ROW Mac UG Final hewlett-packard company This device complies with part 15 of the installed and used in accordance with the instructions, can cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 143
regulatory notices The display LEDs meet the requirements of EN 60825-1. Newport ROW Mac UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_regnotices_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:24:25 AM] 143 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 144
index index Newport ROW Mac UG Final A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A accessibility acknowledgements adding a printer (OS X) auto-on and auto-off feature automatic paper-type sensor about using B banners borderless printing about problems buttons C calibrating the print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 145
the printer (OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic) Newport ROW Mac UG Final cleaning print cartridge print cartridge cradle connectivity copies and pages panel (OS X) D default printer (OS X) E - F envelopes environmental statement G greeting cards H hp inkjet utility I - K iron-on transfers file - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 146
about flashing flashing (all) on power light is flashing Print Cartridge Status light is on resume light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final M maintenance print cartridge printer body managing available printers (OS X) print jobs (OS X) margins minimum printing margins minimum system requirements - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 147
index N notices Newport ROW Mac UG Final O output options (OS X) P - Q page layout OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic OS X page setup OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic OS X paper jam paper trays paper type OS 8.6, 9.x, and X - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 148
light flashing on print cartridge calibrating maintenance recovery recycling refilling replacing print cartridges print cartridges, automatically cleaning print dialog box (OS X) print settings (OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic) printer software OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic OS X printer - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 149
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problems Newport ROW Mac UG Final R recycling regulatory notices removing ink from skin and clothing reserve mode S special features specifications status changing (OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic) checking (OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic) system requirements T terms and conventions troubleshooting - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 151
index binding (OS X) OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic U - V USB about printing problems user's guide using the print center (OS X) utility W - Z warranty Newport ROW Mac UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_ROW/ug_index_fs.html (8 of 8) [5/9/2002 10:24:26 AM] 151
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user's guide TOC
hp deskjet 5550 series
table of contents
notices
notices and acknowledgements
terms and conventions
accessibility
using the onscreen
user's guide
special features
getting started
printer features
buttons and lights
paper trays
print cartridges
automatic paper-type sensor
reserve mode
connectivity
printing
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic
using printer software with Mac OS X
printing a document
two-sided printing
printing digital photographs
auto-on and auto-off feature
using the automatic paper-type sensor
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