HP 5550 HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide
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userguideTOC hp deskjet 5550 printer series table of contents Newport ROW Windows UG Final notices notices and acknowledgements terms and conventions accessibility special features getting started printer features buttons and lights paper trays print cartridges automatic paper-type sensor - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 2
cleaning print cartridges manually cleaning the print cartridge cradle maintaining print cartridges maintaining the printer body removing ink from skin and clothing tools troubleshooting printer is not printing problems with printouts printer lights are flashing or on printer is too slow - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 3
userguideTOC specifications printer specifications minimum printing margins minimum system requirements environmental statement print cartridge recovery limited warranty regulatory notices index Newport ROW Windows UG Final 3 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_toc_level1_fs.html (3 of 3) - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 4
notices notices q notices and acknowledgements q terms and conventions q accessibility Newport ROW Windows UG Final 4 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_notices_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 10:18:41 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 5
ROW Windows UG Final hewlett-packard company notices The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard (HP) permission of Hewlett-Packard, except as allowed under copyright laws. acknowledgments Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, Windows, and XP are registered - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 6
ROW Windows 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 printer or printer. symbols The > symbol guides you through a series of software steps. For example: Click Start > Programs > Hewlett-Packard > [hp deskjet - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 7
? dialog box. Click What's This? to view more information about the selected option. A Printing Instructions icon indicates that a description of print options is available in the user's guide . For example: For a description of available print options, see print settings . 7 file:///C|/Projects - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 8
blind, colored buttons and tabs used in the software and on the HP printer have simple text or icon labels that convey the appropriate action. mobility For users with mobility impairments, the printer software functions can be executed through keyboard commands. The software also supports Windows - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 9
features special features Newport ROW Windows UG Final Congratulations! You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 10
buttonsandlights 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 Windows UG Final 10 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_getting_started_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 10:18:44 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 11
features Newport ROW Windows 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 paper-type sensor 11 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 12
printerfeatures 1. connectivity Newport ROW Windows UG Final 12 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_printerfeatures_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:18:44 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 14
buttonsandlights Newport ROW Windows UG Final Caution! Always use the Power button on the front of the printer to turn the printer on and off. Using a power strip, surge protector, or a wall-mounted switch to turn the printer on and off may cause printer failure. 14 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 15
paper_trays paper trays Newport ROW Windows UG Final The printer has two paper trays: an In tray and an Out . 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 16
paper_trays Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 17
number black 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 18
This feature, particularly when used with 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 to determine the best paper type - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 19
reserve mode Newport ROW Windows 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... the result is... black print cartridge Colors are printed as grayscale. tri-color print cartridge Colors - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 20
reservemode Newport ROW Windows 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 . 20 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_reservemode_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 21
with a USB cable. Your computer must be running Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP operating system to use a USB cable. For instructions on connecting the printer with a USB cable, see the Setup poster that came with the printer. parallel The printer can connect to your computer with a parallel cable - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 22
ROW Windows UG Final use the printer software CD and follow the onscreen network setup instructions. q The printer can be connected to a network with an HP JetDirect Print Server. For instructions on connecting the printer to a network with an HP JetDirect Print Server, use the printer software CD - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 23
Windows UG Final Click the following topic below to view an explanation of the printer software: q print settings q advanced features q printing digital photographs q changing default print settings q auto-on and auto-off feature Click the appropriate topic below to view instructions transfers 23 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 24
Windows UG Final The printer is controlled by software installed on your computer. Use the printer software, known as the printer driver , to change the print settings for a document. To change printer settings, open the Printer , the Printer Properties dialog box may also have a Services tab. See - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 25
print settings Newport ROW Windows UG Final 1. Print Quality: Quality of printout. There are four default setting. It enables the printer to automatically select the paper type. 4. High Resolution Control: Quality of graphic printing on certain papers, such as hp photo papers. 5. Factory Settings - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 26
print settings layout tab The Layout tab allows you to set these options: Newport ROW Windows UG Final 1. Paper Size: Size of paper used. 2. Borderless Printing: See borderless printing . 3. Orientation: Page layout. 4. Mirror Image/Rotate 180º: Advanced orientation options. 5. Scale to - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 27
print settings Newport ROW Windows UG Final 8. Factory Settings: Returns all settings to the factory default values. features tab The Features tab allows you to set these options: 1. Two-Sided - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 28
all settings to the factory default values. color tab The Color tab allows you to set these options: 1. Print in Grayscale: Print in shades of gray. 2. Saturation: Intensity of printed colors. 3. Brightness: Lightness or darkness of printed colors. 28 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 29
settings Newport ROW Windows UG Final 4. Color Tone: Warmth or coolness of printed colors. 5. Factory Settings view more information about the selected option. You may also have a Services tab. See tools for further information. 29 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_printerproperties_fs - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 30
ROW Windows UG Final Printing photographs, transparencies, or documents with graphics may require you to set several options in the Advanced Features dialog box. accessing the advanced options dialog box Follow these steps to access the Advanced Features dialog box: 1. Open the Printer Properties - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 31
advancedfeatures Newport ROW Windows UG Final 1. Ink Volume: Select this feature to lessen or increase the amount of ink used to print a document. 2. Dry Time: Select this feature to increase the time the printer holds a document after printing if the ink on your printed document smears. 3. Low - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 32
printingdigitalphotographs printing digital photographs Newport ROW Windows UG Final The hp deskjet printer has several features to improve the print quality of your digital photographs. These features are found in the HP Digital Photography Options dialog box. To access these options: 1. Open - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 33
Newport ROW Windows UG Final 1. Contrast Enhancement: Adjust contrast to preference. Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance contrast. 2. Digital Flash: Lighten dark images. Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance lightness and darkness - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 34
default settings changing default settings Newport ROW Windows UG Final changing printer settings The taskbar icon lets you change the default print settings. Default print settings apply to all documents you print with your HP Deskjet printer. 1. taskbar icon using the taskbar icon shortcut - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 35
changing default settings message again . Newport ROW Windows UG Final 5. Click OK to save the new default print taskbar icon. turning on the taskbar icon Click Start > Programs > Hewlett-Packard > [hp deskjet series] > taskbar icon . The taskbar appears automatically whenever you restart you - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 36
auto-off feature to place the printer in a low-power, energy-efficient mode after it has been idle for 30 minutes. Instructions for enabling the auto-off feature vary depending on how the printer was installed on your computer. To view the correct instructions, answer the following question: Does - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 37
auto off Newport ROW Windows UG Final accessing auto-off from printer properties 1. Open printer properties . 2. Click the Services tab. 3. Click the HP Toolbox button. The HP Deskjet Toolbox screen appears. 4. Select the Configuration tab. 5. Select Activate the Hardware Auto-off feature to turn - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 38
Windows UG Final Follow these instructions to print a document or change your print settings: 1. Open the file you want to print. 2. Follow one of these paths to open the Printer Color tab to make color and contrast adjustments. 7. Click OK to return to the Print or Print Setup screen. The Printer - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 39
print status box print status box Newport ROW Windows UG Final The Print Status box appears each time the printer prints a file. The following items are displayed: q Ink Level: Approximate ink level of each print cartridge q Status: Status of the print job q Print Quality: FastDraft , Everyday , - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 40
print status box To cancel a print job, click Cancel Print . To close the Print Status box, click Close Window . Newport ROW Windows UG Final 40 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_print_status_box_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:18:51 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 41
image Newport ROW Windows UG Final The HP Print Screen Utility* allows you to print a screen image displayed on the computer monitor. It works when your HP deskjet printer is selected as the default printer. *This option may not be available depending on printer installation. printing guidelines - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 42
two-sided printing two-sided printing Newport ROW Windows UG Final printing instructions Follow these instructions to print a two-sided document manually: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the Features tab. 2. Check Two-Sided Printing . The Two-Sided Printing Margin dialog box - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 43
two-sided printing Newport ROW Windows UG Final Short side binding 7. Reload the paper, then click Continue . 43 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_twosided_printing_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:18:52 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 44
using the automatic paper-type sensor using the automatic paper-type sensor Newport ROW Windows UG Final For a description of the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor feature, see Automatic Paper-Type Sensor . turning off the automatic paper-type sensor Open the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 45
borderless_printing borderless printing Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 46
Windows UG Final selecting image size: Open the image file in a software paper into the printer according to the instructions for the paper type. q photographs loading and printing photo paper with tear-off tab: Remove the Out tray and, holding the tabbed edge, slide the HP - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 47
plain paper plain paper Newport ROW Windows UG Final preparing to print 1. Raise the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides. 3. Do one of the following: r 4. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 5. Lower the Out tray. printing on plain paper 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 48
plain paper tab Quality setting Newport ROW Windows UG Final Paper Type: Automatic or Plain Paper 2. Select any other desired print settings. 3. After you have selected the print settings, click OK . For a description - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 49
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. q Avoid using envelopes that are shiny or embossed; envelopes with thick, irregular, or curled edges; or envelopes that are wrinkled, torn, or otherwise - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 50
guides firmly against the edges of the envelopes. 6. Replace the Out tray. printing the envelopes If your software program includes an envelope-printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 51
envelopes Layout Newport ROW Windows UG Final Orientation: Appropriate envelope orientation Paper Size: Appropriate envelope size 2. Select any other desired print settings. 3. After you have selected the print settings, click - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 52
Windows 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 paper guides firmly against the transparency sheets. 7. Lower the Out tray. printing transparencies 1. Open the Printer - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 53
transparencies Quality Newport ROW Windows UG Final Paper Type: Automatic or the appropriate transparency film 2. Select any other desired print settings. 3. After you have selected the print settings, click OK . The printer may wait for transparencies to dry before releasing them. For a - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 54
the In tray. 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. 54 file:///C|/Projects/Newport - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 55
labels Newport ROW Windows UG Final 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following settings: tab Quality setting Paper Type: Automatic , or the appropriate paper type Layout Paper Size: Choose A4 or - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 56
media Newport ROW Windows UG Final printing guidelines q Use only cards and small media that meet the printer's paper size print 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. Place up - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 57
indexcardsandothersmallmedia Newport ROW Windows UG Final printing index cards and other small media If your software program includes a card printing feature, follow the instructions provided by the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 58
. 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 59
to print large photographs Newport ROW Windows UG Final For high-quality photos, install a photo print cartridge in the printer. For instructions on installing a print cartridge, see replacing print cartridges . 1. Raise the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all paper from the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 60
Newport ROW Windows UG Final MB or more hard disk space; takes longer to print) hp Digital Photography: If desired for photo enhancement options Layout Paper Size is installed in the printer, replace it with a black print cartridge when you finish printing photographs. For instructions on storing - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 61
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, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Fan the edges of the greeting cards to separate them - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 62
greeting cards Newport ROW Windows UG Final printing greeting cards If your software program includes a greeting card printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 63
them, then align the edges. 4. Place the paper in the In tray. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 6. Lower the Out tray. printing posters 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following settings: tab Quality setting Paper Type: Automatic or appropriate paper - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 64
print settings. Newport ROW Windows UG Final For a description of available print options, see print settings . 3. After you have selected the print settings, click OK . 4. After the poster has printed, trim the edges on the sheets, then tape the sheets together. 64 file:///C|/Projects/Newport - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 65
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) Windows User's Guide - Page 66
banners Newport ROW Windows UG Final 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following settings: tab setting Quality Paper Type: Special Papers: hp banner paper or other banner paper Print Quality: Normal Layout Paper Size: Banner [Letter (8.5 x 11 in.)] or Banner [A4 (210 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 67
, the text and pictures are horizontally reversed from what appears on the computer screen. q Use hp iron-on t-shirt transfer paper for great results. 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 iron-on - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 68
iron-on transfers Newport ROW Windows UG Final If your software program includes an iron-on transfer-printing feature, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box, then select the following settings - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 69
cartridges q cleaning 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 tools Newport ROW Windows UG Final 69 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_maintenance_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 10 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 70
replacing print cartridges Newport ROW Windows 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 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 71
place. 8. Close the top cover. If the Print Cartridge Status light continues to blink after installing a new print cartridge, verify the part number on the cartridge. After you change the print cartridge, the printer is automatically calibrated for optimum print quality. 71 file:///C|/Projects - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 72
replace_ink_cartridge Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 73
Newport ROW Windows UG Final To get the best performance from your HP printer, use only genuine, factory-filled HP print cartridges. Caution! Damage that is directly attributable to modified or refilled HP print cartridges is specifically excluded from the HP printer's warranty coverage - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 74
quality. However, if the black and color print cartridges become misaligned during the course of printing, you may wish to manually calibrate the cartridges. The instructions for calibrating the print cartridges vary according to how the printer was installed on your computer. To view the correct - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 75
properties: 1. Open Printer Properties . 2. Select the Services tab. 3. Click the Open the HP Toolbox button. 4. Click Clean the Print Cartridges , then follow the onscreen instructions. If your printouts are still missing lines or dots after cleaning, a print cartridge may be low on ink. If so, one - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 76
. 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 77
Newport ROW Windows 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 printer. 77 file - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 78
maintaining print cartridges Newport ROW Windows UG Final The following tips will help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure q Do not remove the plastic 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 the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 79
maintaining_print_cartridges Newport ROW Windows UG Final Caution! Do not drop the print cartridge. Dropping the print cartridge may result in damage to the print cartridge. 79 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_maintaining_print_cartridges_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:19:01 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 80
maintaining the printer body Newport ROW Windows 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 a soft - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 81
and clothing Follow these steps to remove ink from skin and clothing: Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 82
tools Newport ROW Windows UG Final The printer software contains a number of useful tools to enhance the printer's performance. To access the tools, answer the following question: Does this icon appear on your computer's desktop? q Yes (use printer assistant) q No (use printer properties) If the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 83
a diagnostic page when the HP Customer Care Center requests it. configuration The following tools are available on the Configuration tab: q Accessories: Activate the Automatic Two-Sided Printing Module if it is installed on the printer. q Messages: Configure software messages. q Performance: Manage - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 84
troubleshooting troubleshooting Click the topic below that best describes the problem: Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 85
closed. q The duplexer 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 86
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 the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 87
1. Remove the paper from the In and Out trays. Newport ROW Windows UG Final 2. Press the Resume button. 3. If you are printing labels, verify that a label did not become detached from the label sheet while passing through the printer. If the paper jam is not cleared after performing these steps - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 88
Newport ROW Windows UG Final 1. Adjust the length guide so that the installing the software. Uninstall , then reinstall, the software. To uninstall the software: q Click here . -orq Click Start > Programs > Hewlett-Packard > [hp deskjet] > uninstall software , then follow the onscreen instructions - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 89
the hub while printing. printer does not turn on The printer may have drawn too much power. 1. Disconnect 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. 89 file:///C|/Projects/Newport - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 90
with printouts Newport ROW Windows UG Final Click the topic below that best describes the problem: 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 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 91
problems with printouts Newport ROW Windows UG Final 3. Verify that the plastic tape has been removed from both print cartridges. too much or too little ink appears on the page In the Printer Properties box, select a paper type other than Automatic . text and images are misaligned If the text and - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 92
print side down. 2. Slide the paper forward until it stops. 3. Slide the paper guides snugly against the paper, then push in the In tray. check the printer properties Follow the basic printing instructions and verify the following options: tab setting Quality Print Quality: Best Paper Type: An - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 93
q If gaps appear at the ends of the sheets, verify that the printer software is operating correctly. q Click Start > Programs > Hewlett-Packard > [ hp deskjet series ] > release notes to view Release Notes for known software issues. blank pages print q The protective piece of plastic tape may still - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 94
Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 95
ROW Windows 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 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 96
above topics describes the printer's performance, then review the following: q printer driver is outdated q computer does not meet system requirements q printer is in reserve mode multiple software applications are open If too many software applications are open, the printer cannot print at its - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 97
For instructions on turning off the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor, see using the automatic paper-type sensor . two-sided documents are printing Printing two-sided documents takes more time than printing single-sided documents. printer driver is outdated An outdated printer driver may be installed. For - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 98
problems borderless printing problems image is printed at angle if your printout looks like this... Newport ROW Windows 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 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 99
borderless printing problems do this... Calibrate the printer . border is on side of image if your printout looks like this... Newport ROW Windows UG Final do this... Calibrate the printer . image is above tear-off tab if your printout looks like this... do this... 99 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 100
borderless printing problems Calibrate the printer . Newport ROW Windows UG Final ink smears if your printout has ink smears... If ink smears appear on the back of the printouts or if the paper sticks together... do this... 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select the Features tab. 3. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 101
inkdelivery 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 Windows UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_specs_intro_fs.html [5/9/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 102
printer specifications Newport ROW Windows UG Final hp deskjet 5550 series black text print speed * FastDraft: Up to 17 pages per minute Everyday: Up to 8 pages per minute Normal: Up to 6 pages per minute Inkjet Paper/Best/1200 dpi text rendering: Up to 2 pages per minute mixed text with color - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 103
to print. 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 MS Windows compatible (95, 98, Me, 2000, NT 4.0, and XP) duty cycle - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 104
Cancel button Print Cartridge Status light Resume button and light Power button and light Newport ROW Windows UG Final i/o interface Centronics Parallel, IEEE 1284-Compliant with 1284-B receptacle Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 compatible dimensions Without Automatic Two-Sided Printing Module - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 105
Windows UG Final For power adapter part number 0950-4081 the power requirements are: Input Voltage: 120 (± 10%) Input Frequency: 60 Hz (± 3 Hz) For power adapter part number 0950-4082 the power and cards ± .010 mm/mm (.010 in/in) on HP transparency films media weight Paper: U.S. Letter 60 to 90 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 106
printer_spec Banner paper: 60 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 107
102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 in) print cartridges Black: selection number 56, part number c6656a Tri-Color: selection number 57, part number c6657a Photo: selection number 58, part number c6658a Newport ROW Windows UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_printerspec_fs.html (6 of 6) [5/9/2002 10 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 108
minimum printing margins minimum printing margins Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 109
]) 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 Windows UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_minimum_printing_margins_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:19:07 AM] 109 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 110
following minimum requirements to use the printer: Microsoft Windows XP Minimum Processor Speed: Pentium 233 MHz Required RAM: 128 MB Required Free Hard Disk Space: 40 MB* Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 or 2000 Minimum Processor Speed: Pentium 133 MHz Required RAM: 64 MB Required Free Hard Disk Space - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 111
environmental environmental statement Newport ROW Windows 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 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 112
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) Windows User's Guide - Page 113
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) Windows User's Guide - Page 114
) Asia Pacific Europe Latin America Newport ROW Windows UG Final 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 customer that the HP products specified above will be free from defects - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 115
warranty is valid only in the country of purchase. Contracts for additional warranty services, such as on-site service, may be available from any authorized HP service facility where the product is distributed by HP or by an authorized importer. 8. Any applicable print cartridge warranty shall not - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 116
printer_warranty local law Newport ROW Windows UG Final 1. This Warranty Statement gives the To 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. In - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 117
Newport ROW Windows 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) Windows User's Guide - Page 118
ink_warranty Newport ROW Windows UG Final q Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. LED indicator statement The display LEDs meet the requirements of EN 60825-1. file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_regnotices_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 10:19:09 AM] 118 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 119
-on and auto-off feature about accessing from printer properties accessing from the printer assistant automatic paper-type sensor about using automatic two-sided printing, about B banners borderless printing about problems file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_index_fs.html (1 of 7) [5/9/2002 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 120
index buttons Newport ROW Windows UG Final C calibrating the print cartridge cleaning print cartridge print cartridge cradle connectivity about network parallel port USB port D default settings, changing E - F envelopes environmental statement G - H - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 121
index I - K iron-on transfers Newport ROW Windows UG Final L labels lights about flashing flashing (all) on power light is flashing Print Cartridge Status light is on resume light is flashing M maintenance print cartridge printer body margins minimum printing margins minimum system requirements - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 122
index N - O notices Newport ROW Windows UG Final P - Q paper jam paper trays photographs print cartridge automatically cleaning print cartridge cradle cleaning in the center in the center and light is flashing on the left on the left and light is flashing on the left and light is on on the right - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 123
box printer is slow printer tools printer body maintenance features noise after print cartridge installed printing banners borderless digital photographs documents envelopes greeting cards file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_index_fs.html (5 of 7) [5/9/2002 10:19:10 AM] Newport ROW Windows UG - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 124
cards iron-on transfers labels paper problems photographs plain paper posters printer ejects the paper printout problems problems screen images small media transparencies two-sided documents USB problems printout problems Newport ROW Windows UG Final R regulatory notices removing ink from skin and - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Windows User's Guide - Page 125
index S special features specifications system requirements T terms and conventions troubleshooting two-sided printing U - V USB, printing problems W - Z warranty Newport ROW Windows UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Win_UG_ROW/ug_index_fs.html (7 of 7) [5/9/2002 10:19:10 AM] 125
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userguideTOC
hp deskjet 5550 printer series
table of contents
notices
notices and acknowledgements
terms and conventions
accessibility
special features
getting started
printer features
buttons and lights
paper trays
print cartridges
automatic paper-type sensor
reserve mode
connectivity
printing
print settings
advanced features
printing digital photographs
changing default print settings
auto-on and auto-off feature
printing a document
print status box
printing a screen image
two-sided printing
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