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8550MFP Copy Module User Guide English - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 2
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HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Copy Module User Guide______ - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 4
this HP LaserJet copy module User Guide on a network server provided access to the electronic copy is limited to PERSONAL, INTERNAL users of the HP LaserJet 8550MFP. Second Edition, Marchl 2001 Warranty The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 5
instructions on how to view PDF documents, see the documentation included with Acrobat Reader. Features of Acrobat Reader 4.0 Finding topics in the online user guide displayed on the page Finding words Use the Find command to find part of a word, a complete word, or multiple words in the document - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 6
Magnifying the page view Acrobat Reader offers several magnification choices that control how the page fits on-screen. ! the zoom-in tool ! the Magnification button in the status bar ! the toolbar buttons Once you zoom in on a document, you can select the hand tool or use the scroll bars to move the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 7
OK. Go to http://www.adobe.com/ for the latest versions and additional languages of Adobe Acrobat Reader. EN How to use this online user guide 7 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 8
. Additional information is available at http://www.hp.com. Setting up the system (the copy module and the printer unit) System Getting Started Guide Step-by-step instructions for installing and setting up the system. Printer Getting Started Guide Contains basic tips for installing and setting up - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 9
administrator for the copy that came with the printer unit. Copy Module Online User Guide Detailed information on using and troubleshooting the copy module. Printer Online User Guide Detailed information on using and troubleshooting the printer unit. Paper Handling Addendum Detailed information on - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 10
go/support or the local driver website http://www.dds.com.tw Obtaining software utilities and electronic information for the U.S.: Monday - Friday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm MST Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm MST Phone: (805) 257-5565 Fax: (805) 257-6995 HP website: http://www.hp.com/ Mail: Hewlett-Packard - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 11
. 787-8080 Brazil São Paulo: 8:00 to19:00 hrs. 011-829-6612 Chile 8:30 to18:30 hrs. 800-360999 Colombia * Local dealers provide technical assistance Mexico "HP Contigo" 8:00 to18:00 hrs. 01-800-4726684 01-800-4720684 EN HP Customer Care service and support 11 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 12
hrs. 207-8488 800-47-888 Technical assistance for other Latin American countries is provided by local dealers. HP Direct Ordering for accessories or supplies: Call (800) 538-8787 (U.S.) or (800) 387-3154 (Canada). HP Direct Ordering for genuine HP parts: In the U.S., call (800) 227-8164 12 EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 13
you purchased your HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP with a reseller-provided service contract, please see your reseller for technical support, service, and warranty you know your printer unit needs to be repaired, call (800) 243-9816 to locate your nearest authorized HP service provider. Post-warranty - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 14
If you purchased your HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP with a service contract included, please see your reseller for warranty specifics and technical support. Open Monday through Friday 8:30 - 18:00 Central European Time (CET). HP provides a free telephone support service during the warranty period - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 15
In-country/region support numbers Argentina Australia Brazil Canada Chile China Czech Republic Greece Hong Kong SAR Hungary India Indonesia Korea (Seoul) 272 5300 41(0) 848 8011 11 886 (0) 2 717 0055 +66 (0) 2 661 4000 (90) (212) 224-5925 84 (0) 8 823 4530 EN Customer support options worldwide 15 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 16
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guide 5 Features of Acrobat Reader 4.0 5 Where to look for more information 8 Setting up the system (the copy module and the printer unit). . . 8 Using the system 9 HP Customer Care service and support 10 Online services panel display 43 Legal limitations of color copying 47 2 Basic copy - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 18
80 Using preset copy ratios 81 Using Automatic Zoom 82 Using the manual Zoom feature 85 Using Entire Image reduction 86 Using the Zoom Program . . . 123 Using Automatic Color Selection (ACS 125 Making black and white copies of originals containing color. . 125 Confirming, canceling, or - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 19
sharpness of the copies 187 6 Color balance and color creation Color settings 190 Color Balance 190 Color Density 192 Storing color settings 194 One Touch Color 201 Making single-color copies 204 Background color adjustment 205 Adjusting the background color 206 Second Side Elimination 208 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 20
for APS/ADS 234 Black Text Automatic Exposure Adjustment priority 236 Text/Photo Priority in Black mode 238 Energy Saver Adjustment 240 Inch Entry 242 284 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting Loading media 286 Replacing toner cartridges 287 Replacing the drum cartridge 289 20 Contents - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 21
occur 290 Media jam locations 291 Service-call message 293 Service-call message procedures 294 Self-diagnostic ADF) Operating the optional ADF 302 Avoiding media jams 302 Basic parts of the optional ADF 303 Clearing media jams 304 Clearing media jams support information Index EN Contents 21 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 22
22 Contents EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 23
1 Product introduction Overview This chapter provides an overview of the HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP system, including the following: ! Copy module features ! Identifying the copy module parts ! Copy module control panel features ! Legal limitations of color copying EN Overview 23 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 24
Copy module features This system brings you the quality and reliability of Hewlett-Packard products. Below are some specific features of the copy module. Features of the HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Image Quality Performance Media Handling/ Magnification ! Uses 600 dpi optical resolution ! 256 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 25
of the HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP (continued) Media Types Accessories Supports the following media types: ! paper ! prepunched media ! transparencies (4 to 5 mils or 0.1 to 0.13 mm thick) ! envelopes ! labels Tray 1 supports 60 to 216 g/m2 (16 to 58 lb) media Other input trays support 60 to - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 26
Identifying the copy module parts Main copy module parts The following figure shows the locations of the copy module parts. 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 1 Copy module parts 1 Copy module cover 2 Glass 3 Control panel 4 Control panel menu map 5 System stand 26 Chapter 1 Product introduction EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 27
Optional accessories The following figure shows the optional copy module accessories. 1 2 Figure 2 Optional accessories 1 Optional Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 2 Optional 1,000-sheet side input tray (Tray 4) for printing only EN Identifying the copy module parts 27 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 28
. From here you can control all copying functions, enter copy quantities or department ID numbers, determine the status of the copy module, and troubleshoot copying errors using the display panel Help feature. Figure 3 Note Copy module control panel in its entirety The system control panel is used - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 29
The following figures show each element of the copy module control panel. 1 2 3 4 Figure 4 Right-side view of copy module control panel 1 Menu map: Provides brief descriptions of control panel keys. 2 Paper clip tray: Store removed paper clips here. 3 Power button: Press to turn the power on or - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 30
module out of Energy Saver mode. 3 SYSTEM key: Displays system and printer unit information on the touch panel display. 4 Status lights: These four colors and behavior of the status lights.) 5 Display contrast dial: Turn to adjust the contrast on the touch panel display. (See page 38 for instructions - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 31
6 RESET key: Press to return the copy module to its default setting (Default mode). For more information about Default mode, see page 51. 7 HELP key: Press to display explanations of the system keys and features. 8 ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key: Press to select or cancel out of the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 32
1 2 3 Figure 6 Note Numerical key pad 1 Numerical key pad: Press to enter the desired number of copies or to enter other numerical values when setting a copy mode. 2 CLEAR NUMERIC VALUE key: Press to reset the copy quantity to one, or to clear the last numerical value that was entered while - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 33
automatically select between the black-and-white and full-color modes. 2 FULL COLOR key: Press to select the Full Color mode (copies are made in black, cyan, again to cancel the Energy Saver mode. This mode is similar to the printer unit PowerSave mode. 5 STOP key: Press to cancel a copy job. - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 34
All lights on the status display are on Color and behavior Flashing green Flashing orange Continuous orange Flashing for a media jam. Replace the toner cartridge. Contact your service representative. The system is receiving data (print or copy). A printer unit error has occurred. Ensure that - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 35
Note Help key function The HELP key, shown below, provides several functions. In the touch panel display, the HELP key is referred to as the GUIDE key. Help key Figure 8 Control panel Help key ! Press the HELP key while a function is selected for an explanation of that particular function. ! Use - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 36
not sure how to make copies of a magazine, use the following procedure: 1 Press HELP, and then press VARIOUS TYPES OF ORIGINALS. 2 Press PHOTO/MAP. 3 The touch panel display switches to the Help screen for Original Type. 2 Use this mode for making copies of originals containing photographs - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 37
Touch panel display Use the touch panel display to program the copy module settings or to make copies using various copying modes. Error messages caused by media jams or operational errors also appear in this display. The following table provides an explanation of some of the functions of the touch - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 38
Adjusting the brightness of the touch panel display You can make the touch panel display brighter or darker by adjusting the contrast. To do so, turn the dial located on the right side of the copy module control panel, as shown below. ! To lighten the display, turn the dial in the clockwise - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 39
13 8 3 7 4 9 10 11 12 Figure 10 Touch panel display-Basic Features screen 1 Message display. Displays the system status and operator instructions. 2 Copy ratio display (Reduce, Direct, Enlarge). Displays the copy ratio setting. For more information, see "Enlarging or reducing originals" on - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 40
Note STACK BYPASS refers to Tray 1. 8 Copy quantity indicator. Displays the number of copies to be made. For more information, see "Making copies" on page 74. 9 Exposure control. Press the left-facing arrow (̇) for lighter copies or press the right-facing arrow (̈) for darker copies. Press A ( - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 41
Special Features screen The Special Features screen allows you to modify your copy job beyond the features offered in the Basic Features screen. To access the Special Features screen, press Special Features in the Basic Features screen. The Special Features screen allows you to configure and use the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 42
the copying of the back side of the original (in the case of thin media, such as a magazine). For more information, see "Background color adjustment" on page 205 and "Second Side Elimination" on page 208. 9 Sharpness. Press to adjust the image sharpness. For more information, see "Sharpening - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 43
touch panel display Alphabetical characters are used to personalize the entry modes on the copy module. For example, you can assign a name to a color balance setting or to a mode key. To enter characters, use the alphabetical keys that appear in the touch panel display. You can enter alphabetical - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 44
1 Entering alphabetical characters The following example provides instructions on entering alphabetical characters to personalize entry modes. Example: Enter "Copy A". 1 Press INPUT MODE until UPPER appears. 2 Note Each time INPUT MODE is pressed, the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 45
1 Entering special characters The following example provides instructions on entering special characters to personalize entry modes. Example: Enter "è." 1 Press INPUT MODE until OTHER is displayed. Note 2 Each time INPUT MODE is pressed, the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 46
4 4 Press DONE. 5 When all of the special characters are entered, press OK. Enter additional characters by pressing INPUT MODE until UPPER is displayed before pressing OK. 5 46 Chapter 1 Product introduction EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 47
documents in color may be illegal and may result in either criminal or civil liability. The following list is intended to be a guide rather than uncanceled) ! Immigration papers ! Identifying badges or insignias ! Selective service or draft papers ! Bonds or other certificates of indebtedness ! - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 48
48 Chapter 1 Product introduction EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 49
2 Basic copy module functions Overview This chapter covers the basic functions of the HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP copy module. Topics include: ! Turning the copy module on ! Turning the copy module off ! Energy-saving features ! Automatic Start function EN Overview 49 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 50
light beneath the power button is lit when the power is on. 3 Note This power button provides power to both the copy module and the printer unit. If you turn off the power using this button, wait at least 5 seconds before turning it back on. 50 Chapter 2 Basic copy module functions - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 51
The default copy settings are: ! Copy ratio: direct (100%) ! Copy paper selection: Automatic Paper Selection ! Copy exposure: manual exposure control ! Copy quantity: 1 ! Original type: Text/Photo/Map To change the default settings, see "Changing Standard Settings" on page 264. Note This screen may - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 52
Turning the copy module off Figure 12 System power button To turn off power to the system (both the copy module and the printer unit), press the power button located on the right side of the copy module control panel. The green light located beneath the power button will - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 53
Additional features Note Energy-saving features The copy module features two energy-saving modes. These settings lower the power consumption of the system while it is not in use. For more information about energy-saving features, see the following sections: ! Energy Saver mode (see page 240) ! Low - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 54
Note To set Automatic Start 1 Place your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, and then enter the desired copy settings. 2 Press START to make copies. 3 This following message appears: COPYING WILL BEGIN WHEN WARMED UP. 4 When the copy module is ready, copying will begin automatically. To - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 55
3 Common copying tasks Note Overview This chapter covers information about selecting the correct media for your copy module and performing the basic copying tasks. These tasks can be selected in the Basic Features screen on the touch panel display. This chapter includes information on the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 56
covered by the HP warranty or service agreements. Before purchasing media or specialized forms, test a small quantity in the system. Make sure your media supplier obtains and understands the media and print media specifications in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide. Note It - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 57
DS*: Face down, with the holes away from printer unit 100 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb) bond. Limit to media-fill mark on the media-width guides. * SS = single-sided printing; DS = double-sided printing; L&F = letterhead and preprinted forms ** HP recommends using 5 mils (0.13 mm) thick transparencies - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 58
the printer unit Fill to media-fill mark on the media-width guides. When placing originals horizontally in the optional ADF, you must rotate media loaded in Tray 1 for proper copying. * SS = single-sided printing; DS = double-sided printing; L&F = letterhead and preprinted forms ** HP recommends - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 59
to media-fill mark on the media-width guides. Transparencies** Letter A4 Tray 3 only (bottom frontloading tray on the printer unit) 11 by 17 in A3 4 the media-width guides. * SS = single-sided printing; DS = double-sided printing; L&F = letterhead and preprinted forms ** HP recommends using 5 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 60
Note Loading the system input trays For complete instructions on loading and configuring input trays, see the HP Color LaserJet 8500, 8550N, 8550DN, 8550GN, 8550MFP Printer User Guide (on CD-ROM). To load the system input trays, first adjust the media-width guides and then load the media, as shown - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 61
the touch panel display. Note Make sure that the height of the media stack does not exceed the media-fill mark. 3 Adjust the media-width guides to fit the size of the copy media. 3 Note If media loaded in Tray 1 is too loose or tight, media jams can occur or copies - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 62
Loading envelopes into Tray 1 1 Using Tray 1, you can copy on a varying sizes of envelopes (see "Media specifications" on page 57). 1 Place a bundle of envelopes on an even surface and flatten them out neatly with your fingers. Make sure the envelopes are not nested together. Note Always - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 63
the media-fill mark at the back of the tray. 4 Adjust the media-width guides to fit the size of the envelopes. ! You cannot copy onto the back side tray. Note Align the envelopes properly with the media-width guides. If envelopes are loaded too loosely or tightly in Tray 1, media jams or - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 64
media that is a different size from the media previously loaded in the tray, move the two media-width guides to the correct positions. 3 Load media up to the media-fill marks. For example, 500 sheets of Push the tray into the printer unit. 5 Configure the media type in the PAPER HANDLING MENU in the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 65
Selecting the copy media size Note Using Automatic Paper Selection When Automatic Paper Selection is on, the copy module automatically selects the appropriate copy media size, depending on the size of the original and the selected copy ratio. Automatic Paper Selection is enabled in the copy module - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 66
will be counted as full-color copies.) Using copy media that has not been specified for use with a color laser copier can damage the copy module. For further information, see the HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide or contact your service representative. 66 Chapter 3 Common copying - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 67
1 To set Automatic Paper Selection To automatically select the media size of the copy: 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, and then press PAPER SELECT in the touch panel display. 2 Press AUTO (automatic), and then 2 press START on the copy module control panel - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 68
Selecting copy media size in Tray 1 1 1 Load media into Tray 1. (For more information on how to load Tray 1 see page 61.) Select the copy media size, then press OK. 2 The media type selection screen appears. There are five types of copy media: • PLAIN PAPER: more than 64 g/m2 (17 lb) bond and - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 69
3 Note For additional information, see the HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide. 3 The media size selection screen appears. Press DONE, and then press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. EN Selecting the copy media size 69 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 70
Selecting envelope sizes in Tray 1 (stack bypass) 1 1 Load envelopes into Tray 1. (For more information on how to load envelope into Tray 1 see page 62.) In the paper size selection screen, press ENVELOPE. The envelope size selection screen appears. 2 Select the size of the envelopes to be - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 71
Selecting copy media size using Tray 1 for double-sided copies 1 You can use Tray 1 to copy onto the second side of a sheet. However, the first side of the originals must have already been copied. Place originals with the printed side down in Tray 1. Note Use 105 g/m2 (28-lb) bond when making - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 72
4 4 Press OK, and then press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. 72 Chapter 3 Common copying tasks EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 73
Selecting paper manually 1 You can manually select the desired copy media size. 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press PAPER SELECT. 2 Select the copy media - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 74
Making copies Basic copying operations 1 1 Place your originals on the glass (see page 76) or 2 place your originals in the optional ADF (see page 77). 3 Enter the copy quantity using the numeric key pad on the copy module control panel and set the copy mode. 2 The basic copy modes - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 75
1 To stop before a copy job is complete 1 Press STOP on the copy module control panel. Note Several sheets may output even after STOP has been pressed. EN Making copies 75 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 76
on the copy module cover. Doing so may 3 damage the glass and result in injury. Note When copying originals that are composed of both color and black-and-white, make copies of them by separating the color originals from the black-and-white originals or make copies of them all using Full - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 77
to the glass for copying. Double-sided originals are automatically flipped inside the optional ADF to make copies of both sides. 1 Adjust the media-width guides on the optional ADF to fit the size of your originals. 2 2 Load the originals into the ADF tray face up. Note When enlarging from - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 78
or stapled ! transparencies or other highly transparent originals ! other originals that may not feed smoothly Color copies made with the copy module, or other originals that contain large quantities of toner, may not feed properly through the optional ADF. It is recommended that you use the glass - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 79
on the media, follow the steps below. 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press the arrow keys (̇ or ̈) to manually lighten or darken the copy exposure. 2 Press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. Selecting Automatic Exposure Control 1 To - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 80
There are several ways to enlarge and reduce originals onto your copies. These include: ! using preset copy ratios ! using Automatic Zoom ! using the manual Zoom feature ! using Entire Image reduction ! using the Zoom Program ! using XY Zoom mode ! using Multi-page Enlargement mode Each method for - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 81
Using preset copy ratios Use preset copy ratios to reduce or enlarge standard size originals to different standard sizes (for example, Letter or A4-size originals enlarged to Legal or A3-size copies). 1 Note When enlarging Letter- or A4-sized originals to Ledger-, Legal-, or A3-sized copies, be - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 82
Using Automatic Zoom Depending on the size of the originals and the selected copy media, you can use Automatic Zoom to automatically select the appropriate copy ratio. The copies will be scaled proportionately using the same ratio in both the horizontal and vertical directions. The following copy - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 83
1 To use Automatic Zoom 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press PAPER SELECT. Note LOAD **-SIZE PAPER appears in the touch panel display when no copy media is loaded in the selected media tray. 2 Select the copy media size. (Select a 2 preset copy media size - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 84
3 3 Press ZOOM. 4 Press AUTO. Press DONE, and then press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. 4 84 Chapter 3 Common copying tasks EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 85
feature 1 To enlarge or reduce in 1% increments If you do not want to use a preset image size, you can manually enlarge or reduce copied images to any ratio from 25% to 400% of the original size. 1 After placing your original on the glass or in - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 86
Using Entire Image reduction When the image on your original has little or no margins, the resulting image copied onto the same size media might looked cropped or unfinished. To prevent making poor-quality copies of full-page originals, use the Entire Image setting. This setting slightly reduces the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 87
1 To copy an entire image 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press ZOOM. 2 Press ENTIRE IMAGE. Press DONE, and then press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. 2 EN Enlarging or reducing originals 87 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 88
Using the Zoom Program The Zoom Program is a feature that calculates the appropriate copy ratio for your document using the sizes of the original media and the copy media. When using this program, the touch panel display prompts you for the media sizes. It then displays the suggested copy ratio, - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 89
Using Zoom mode The sizes of the original and the copy media can be entered in 1 mm or 1/16 in increments using a number entry screen on the display panel. Once you have entered the sizes, the copy module calculates the copy ratio using the following formula: [copy ratio (%) = copy size (mm or in) / - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 90
1 To make copies using the Zoom Program 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press ZOOM. Note LOAD **-SIZE PAPER appears in the touch panel display when no copy media is loaded in the selected media tray. 2 2 Select ZOOM PROGRAM. 3 Select ZOOM. Then press - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 91
4 4 Confirm the settings, and then press OK. The copy module will automatically calculate the proportionate ratio. Then press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. Note Press C (Clear) to cancel the entered values. Press MM to enter values in millimeters instead of - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 92
to stretch or shrink the copied image non-proportionately, use the XY Zoom mode. This mode has two settings: ! manual ! automatic Use Manual XY Zoom to manually specify the copy ratio for the horizontal (X) and/or the vertical (Y) image directions in 1% increments: Original Copy Y = 130% Figure - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 93
1 To use Manual XY Zoom 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press ZOOM. 2 Press XY ZOOM. 3 Press X (the horizontal direction) and enter - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 94
1 To use Automatic XY Zoom 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press PAPER SELECT. 2 Select the copy media size. (Press a copy media size other than AUTO [automatic]). Note The screen that appears in the touch 2 panel display varies depending on the optional - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 95
4 4 Press XY ZOOM. 5 Press AUTO XY ZOOM. After confirming the settings, press OK, and then press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. 5 EN Enlarging or reducing originals 95 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 96
Note Using Multi-page Enlargement mode Using this mode, you can make copies of an original image on several sheets of copy media, and then paste them together to produce a copy that is larger than 279 by 432 mm (11 by 17 in). Only the following standard size originals can be selected in the Multi- - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 97
is specified. The following table shows typical copy ratios and the size and number of sheets of copy media required. Use this table as a guide when determining the desired copy ratio. Typical copy ratios (Original size: Ledger/A3) Copy Ratio Selected Paper Size Number of Total Size Pages 200 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 98
The Multi-page Enlargement mode can still be used to make an enlarged copy even if the original or the copy ratio that you want to use is not included in the table. The size of originals can be specified up to 11 by 17 in, and the copy ratio can be specified up to 400%. Horizontal Vertical - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 99
1 To specify the copy ratio by % (copy ratio(s)) 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press ZOOM. 2 Press MULTI-PG ENLARGE. 3 Select COPY RATIO(S), then press OK. 2 Note For more information on specifying the copy ratio by size and number of output pages (NUMBER - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 100
4 4 Specify the copy ratio (%), using the numeric keys on the control panel or press - or + in the touch panel display. After confirming the settings, press OK, and then press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. Note Press C if you need to cancel the entered values. - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 101
1 To make copies with different ratios in the horizontal and vertical directions 1 Press XY ZOOM. 2 Press X (the horizontal direction), and then set the copy ratio (%) using the numeric keys on the control panel or by pressing - or +. Then press Y (the vertical direction) and enter the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 102
1 To specify the copy ratio by size and number of output pages 1 After placing your original on the glass or in the optional ADF, press ZOOM. 2 Press MULTI-PG ENLARGE. 3 Press NUMBER OF OUTPUT PGS, and then press OK. 2 Note For more information on specifying the copy ratio by % (COPY RATIO), see - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 103
4 4 Press PAPER SELECT. 5 Select the copy media size. Note The screen that appears in the touch panel display varies depending on the optional accessories that are attached. 6 Select the number of output pages. Confirm the settings, and then press 5 OK, and then press START on the copy - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 104
on photographic paper. ! BLACK TEXT: This setting is best suited for making copies of originals containing only black text with neither illustrations nor photos. Note You cannot combine these four settings. If you select one of these settings, the previous setting is canceled. Figure 21 Four - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 105
module will make copies of originals in the Black Text setting, even if the Text/Photo/Map setting is selected: ! Black Monochrome mode (the BLACK key lights). For information on switching between the Full Color mode and the Black Monochrome mode (including ACS), see page 125. ! When Text Priority - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 106
1 To select the original type 1 Press the original type icon . 2 Select the type of your original, and then press DONE. Note You can adjust the text and photo priority level control only when Text/Photo/Map is selected. (See page 104.) 2 106 Chapter 3 Common copying tasks EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 107
priority level The mode settings screen below appears when TXT/PHOTO SETTING is pressed. You can adjust the Color setting when making copies of originals containing color images, or the Black setting when making copies of black-and-white originals. Press ̈ or ̇ to adjust the settings. Text Priority - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 108
of the copy media. All of the following options are available by pressing TWO-SIDED on the touch panel display and following the instructions on the screen: ! 1 ̈ 2-SIDED mode: Make a double-sided copy from single-sided originals. ! 2 ̈ 2-SIDED mode: Makes double-sided copies from a double-sided - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 109
210 mm (11.7 by 8.3 in) • Executive-R - 184 by 267 mm (7.25 by 10.5 in) ! Media weight: • 64 to 105 g/m2 (17 to 28-lb bond) Hewlett-Packard recommends using 105 g/m2 (28-lb bond) copy media when making copies in the 1 ̈ 2-SIDED mode. Failure to do so may adversely effect copy quality - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 110
Using 1 ̈ 2-SIDED mode In this mode, you can create double-sided copies from single-sided originals. Originals Copy Figure 22 Note Create a double-sided copy from two single-sided originals Make sure to place the original horizontally when making copies of originals with a horizontal orientation - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 111
1 To use 1 ̈ 2-SIDED mode with the optional ADF 1 After placing your originals in the optional ADF, press TWO-SIDED. The copy quantity must be 1. Note The second side of the last double-sided copy sheet will be left blank if there is an odd number of originals. (The copy module does not - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 112
1 To use 1 ̈ 2-SIDED mode with originals on the glass 1 After placing your originals on the glass, press TWO-SIDED. The copy quantity must be 1. 2 Press 1 ̈ 2-SIDED, and then press OK. Note Always place your original so that the 2 back side of the original faces the glass first when making - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 113
Note Using 2 ̈ 2-SIDED mode With this mode, you can create double-sided copies from doubled-sided originals. You can use the 2 ̈ 2-SIDED mode only when the optional ADF is installed. Double-sided originals are automatically flipped over in the optional ADF to make double-sided copies. Original - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 114
1 To use 2 ̈ 2-SIDED mode with the optional ADF 1 After placing your originals in the optional ADF, press TWO-SIDED. The copy quantity must be 1. 2 Press 2 ̈ 2-SIDED, and then press OK. Press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. 2 114 Chapter 3 Common copying tasks EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 115
Note Using 2 ̈ 1-SIDED mode In 2 ̈ 1-SIDED mode you can make single-sided copies from double-sided originals If you have the optional ADF installed, this mode automatically flips over double-sided originals placed in the optional ADF to make one-sided copies. Original Copy Figure 24 Create two - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 116
1 To use 2 ̈ 1-SIDED mode with the optional ADF 1 After placing your originals in the optional ADF, press TWO-SIDED. 2 Press 2 ̈ 1 SIDED, press OK, and then press START on the copy module control panel to begin the copy job. 2 116 Chapter 3 Common copying tasks EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 117
Making copies of a book or magazine The following functions allow you to easily copy facing or individual pages of a book or magazine to create high-quality copies. Using BOOK ̈ 2-SIDED mode Originals Copy Figure 25 Create a double-sided copy of facing pages EN Making double-sided copies 117 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 118
1 To use BOOK ̈ 2-SIDED mode with originals on the glass 1 After placing your original on the glass, press TWO-SIDED. The copy quantity must be 1. To make copies in page order when placing your original on the glass, do the following: • When copy media will be output to 2 the face-down output - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 119
To use BOOK ̈ 1-SIDED mode This feature is similar to BOOK ̈ 2-SIDED mode, but it will copy facing pages onto single-sided copy media. Use this feature to copy facing pages in a book to two single-sided pages. This option is available by pressing SPECIAL FEATURES on the touch panel display. 1 Select - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 120
Additional basic copying features Note Interrupt mode This mode allows you to stop the current copy job to make other copies that need to have priority. This mode is convenient when you are in a hurry to make a few copies and the copy module is in the middle of a job outputting a large quantity of - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 121
1 To use the Interrupt mode: 1 Press INTERRUPT on the copy module control panel. The key will flash until the current copy job stops. After the current job has stopped, the message READY TO PERFORM INTERRUPT JOB appears. The light on the INTERRUPT key will be on. Note When a department ID and - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 122
3 3 Press START. The PERFORMING INTERRUPT JOB... message appears in the touch panel display. 4 When you finish making copies, this message appears: CONTINUE INTERRUPT COPY? Press YES to continue to make copies in the Interrupt mode. Press NO to stop making copies in the Interrupt mode. To - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 123
Entering the department ID (identification) and password 1 If the Department ID Management setting is set to ON, the department ID and password entry screen will appear in the touch panel display after the power switch is turned on, or after pressing INTERRUPT, etc. Note If the Department - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 124
4 4 After finishing your copying job, press ID. The department ID and password entry screen will appear in the touch panel display. Note If you do not press ID after finishing your copying job, any additional copies will be added to the copy totals of the department ID that you previously - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 125
ACS again to turn the function off. The default setting is ACS enabled. When the original contains color, the ACS function selects the Full Color mode. However, if the color portion is very small, or if the color is faint or appears almost black, the Black Monochrome mode may be selected by the ACS - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 126
Confirming, canceling, or changing the mode settings 1 1 Mode settings that can be confirmed in the Basic Features screen include: • copy quantity • copy exposure 2 Mode settings that cannot be confirmed in the Basic Features screen include Special Features mode settings. 2 126 Chapter 3 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 127
3 3 To confirm the mode settings that cannot be confirmed in the Basic Features screen, press SETTING CONFIRMATION. 4 After pressing SETTING CONFIRMATION, the mode settings that have been programmed appear in the touch panel display. You can cancel or display the mode settings by pressing each - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 128
Canceling or changing the mode settings 1 You can cancel or change the mode settings that have been previously programmed. The procedures to cancel or change the mode settings vary depending on each mode setting. ! To cancel some selections, press SETTING CONFIRMATION and then press the mode - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 129
4 Special image adjustments Overview The HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP performs a wide variety of copy functions. This chapter describes how to customize your copies by making adjustments that change how the image is copied. - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 130
Separating pages When you are printing from a book or a magazine, you can use Two-Page Separation mode to make individual copies of facing pages. The copies will be single-sided. Figure 26 Single-sided copies of facing pages You cannot use two-page separation with the following modes: ! Two-sided - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 131
To make copies of facing pages 1 1 Place the original face down with the top edge resting against the back of the glass, away from the control panel. 2 Press SPECIAL FEATURES. 3 Press TWO-PAGE SEPARATION. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. 2 3 EN Separating pages 131 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 132
Shifting images Using the Special Features mode called Center/Corner Shift, you can shift the image from the original to the center, edge, or corner of the copy. You also can move the image to a specific location on the page using numeric key entries. Shifting images to the edge, corner, or center - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 133
1 To shift images to the center, edge, or corner of the copy media 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press SHIFT. 3 Press CENTER/CORNER SHIFT. Select the direction to shift the image, and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. 2 Note - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 134
Shifting images to a designated position on the copy media Instead of shifting the image using the Center/Corner Shift mode, you can move it to a specific location using NO. KEY ENTRY. The example below shows how a copied image might appear using horizontal and vertical placement coordinates. - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 135
1 To shift images to a specific location 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. Note The LOAD**-SIZE PAPER message appears when no copy media is set in the selected media tray. 2 Press SHIFT. 2 3 Press NO. KEY ENTRY. 3 EN Shifting images 135 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 136
4 4 Select the shift direction to display the associated number entry screen. Enter values in inches or millimeters (press MM first) for each direction you will shift the image, then press OK. When all of the shift positions have been entered, press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 137
original image is shifted by a selected width and is copied. When making copies of an original image that extends to the edge of the sheet, part of that image will be cut off. EN Shifting images 137 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 138
1 To make copies with margins 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press MARGIN. 3 Select the type of the margin (left, right, top, or bottom), and then press OK. 2 3 138 Chapter 4 Special image adjustments EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 139
4 4 Use - or + to specify the width of the margin, and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. Note You cannot use Top Margin or Bottom Margin for the back side of the copy. Note Press MM to enter values in millimeters. EN Shifting images 139 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 140
Erasing frames When the size of the original varies from the size of the copy, or when making copies from facing pages of a book, the resulting copies may have dark edges, shadows, or other imperfections. The Frame Erase feature of the copy module will help clean up the finished copies. Use Frame - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 141
1 To erase shadows from copies 1 After placing your original on the glass, press PAPER SELECT to select the copy media size, and then press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press FRAME ERASE. 3 Press ORIGINAL FRAME ERASE, and then press OK. 2 3 EN Erasing frames 141 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 142
4 4 Select the original media size, and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. Note You can use Original Frame Erase only with the original sizes displayed in the touch panel display. Note When A/B-SIZE is pressed, you can select the ISO media size. 142 Chapter 4 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 143
Erasing shadows from the edges of copies Sheet Frame Erase will create a blank border approximately 7 mm (1/4 in) wide around the edge of the copy media to erase shadows and lines that appear when making copies. Original Copy Figure 31 Image with blank border added EN Erasing frames 143 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 144
1 To erase shadows from the edge of copies 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press FRAME ERASE. 3 Select SHEET FRAME ERASE, and then press OK. 4 Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. 2 3 144 Chapter 4 Special image adjustments EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 145
Erasing the center line or dark border from the copies of bound documents Use Book Frame Erase to remove the dark border, center lines, and contour lines (between pages) from copies of bound documents like books or magazines. Original Book Frame Erase not selected Copy Book Frame Erase selected - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 146
1 To erase center lines or dark borders 1 Place your original face down with the top edge resting against the back of the glass, away from the control panel; and then press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press FRAME ERASE. 3 Select BOOK FRAME ERASE, and then press OK. 2 3 146 Chapter 4 Special image - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 147
4 4 Select the size of the book when opened, and then press OK. Note When A/B-SIZE is pressed, you can select the ISO media size. 5 Specify the width of the center of the book to be erased, using - and +, and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. 5 Note Press MM to - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 148
Erasing binding holes on copies Use Binding Erase to make copies without the shadows that can appear in copies from binding holes in the original. Original with binding holes Binding Erase not selected Copy Figure 33 Binding Erase selected Image without and with binding holes erased 148 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 149
1 To erase binding holes 1 Place your original on the glass, and then press SPECIAL FEATURES. Note Originals with binding holes may tear, so do not place them in the optional ADF. Place the area of the original that contains the binding holes to the right on the glass. 2 2 Press FRAME ERASE. 3 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 150
4 4 Specify the frame erase width, using - and +., and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. Note Press MM to enter values in millimeters. 150 Chapter 4 Special image adjustments EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 151
Combining images Image Combination allows you to reduce multiple original pages and copy them onto one side or both sides of the copy media. Note You can use Image Combination (pages per sheet) only when the optional ADF is attached. In this mode you can automatically reduce two or four originals - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 152
Note Follow these guidelines when using Image Combination mode: ! You can only make copies of either the front or back of double-sided originals at one time. ! Originals copied in the Image Combination mode must all be the same size. ! When making copies in the 2 on 1/two-sided mode on A3 or Ledger - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 153
1 To fit two to four originals on a single sheet 1 Place your originals in the optional ADF. Note Always place your originals vertically in the optional ADF. 2 Press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 3 Press IMAGE COMB. 3 EN Combining images 153 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 154
4 4 Select the original media size, and then press OK. Note Image Combination can be performed only with images having the original sizes displayed in the screen. When A/B-SIZE is pressed, you can select the ISO media size. 5 Select the desired Image 5 Combination setting, and then press OK. - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 155
6 6 Select the copy media size, and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. Note You cannot use the Image Combination mode with the Auto Paper Selection setting. The copy module will automatically reduce the images on the copies to fit the selected copy media size. The - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 156
Separating images Use Image Separation to automatically divide the original into equal sections, and make copies of each section in enlarged form on separate sheets of copy media. Below are examples of each of the four options in Image Separation mode. 1 to 2: Divides the original into two equal - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 157
1 to 2 / 2" 1 sided: Divides the original into two equal sections from each side of the original, and outputs the sections in enlarged form on four separate pages. Original Copies Figure 38 Two-sided original divided into four single-sided copies 1 to 4 / 2 " 1 sided: Divides the original into - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 158
Do not use Image Separation with the following modes: ! Two-sided ! Two-page Separation ! Image Combination When dividing originals, use the following guidelines: ! The enlargement ratio is automatically set to match the selected copy media size. ! You can use 1 to 2 and 2 " 1 sided and 1 to 4 and 2 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 159
1 To divide an original into equal sections and copy onto separate pages 1 Place your original on the glass, and then press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press IMAGE SEPARATION. 3 Select the desired Image Separation setting, and then press OK. Note 2 The screen that appears in the touch panel display - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 160
4 4 When selecting 1 to 4 or 1 to 4 / 2 " 1 sided, the following screen appears: SELECT THE LAYOUT OF THE LAST ORIGINAL. Select the matching layout type, and then press OK. Note By selecting the layout of the last page, the copy module will not output blank sheets of media. This setting will - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 161
Copying from special-media originals The optional ADF supports several special types of media. If you of the following special media: ! Heaver paper up to 105 g/m2 (28 lb) bond ! Glossy colored originals ! Paper with a shiny surface Note You can use Heavy Sheet Original only when the optional ADF - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 162
1 Making copies from special types of media 1 Place your originals in the optional ADF. 2 Select SPECIAL FEATURES. 3 Select HEAVY SHEET ORIG. Press DONE, and then START to make copies. 2 3 162 Chapter 4 Special image adjustments EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 163
5 Image manipulation Overview This chapter describes the procedures necessary to make copies of specific areas of originals, and to change or adjust the original images on copies. Topics include: ! Framing ! Blanking ! Negative/positive (Nega/Posi) ! Repeating images ! Mirroring images ! Slanting - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 164
Framing Framing is the ability to select one or more designated areas on an original, and to copy only those areas. There are several tasks you can perform in Framing mode: ! Designate up to four image areas to copy using numeric keys ! Edit an already defined image area ! Clear designated image - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 165
Designating image areas to copy 1 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press FRAMING/BLANKING. 3 Designate the area to include on the copy. Press X1, Y1, X2, and Y2 to enter the corresponding values using the numeric keys. Press OK. Note You can enter values - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 166
4 4 Select AREA 2 if you wish to designate a second area. Repeat the procedure described in Step 3. Designate Area 3 and Area 4 in the same way. Select FRAMING, and then press OK. Note You can designate up to four separate image areas. 5 Select YES or NO to shift the 5 designated area to - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 167
Editing an already defined image area 1 1 After you press FRAMING, press REENTER AREA/ERASE. When multiple areas are designated, select the button of the area to be edited, then press REENTER AREA/ERASE. 2 Press the X1, X2, Y1, and Y2 buttons to be edited, and reenter the corresponding values - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 168
Clearing designated image areas 1 1 After you press FRAMING, select the button of the area to be cleared. Then press REENTER AREA/ERASE. 2 Press CLEAR AREA, and then press C. to clear the selected area. 3 To clear all image areas, press YES at the prompt. 2 3 168 Chapter 5 Image - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 169
Blanking Blanking is the opposite of Framing. In Blanking mode, you can make copies that exclude one or more designated areas from the original. Areas are designated by using the numeric keys on the copy module control panel. There are several tasks you can perform in Blanking mode: ! Designate up - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 170
Designating image areas to exclude 1 1 Press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press FRAMING/BLANKING. 3 Designate the area to exclude from the copy. Press the X1, Y1, X2, and Y2 buttons and enter the corresponding values using the numeric keys. Press OK. Note For an explanation of how to designate the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 171
4 4 Select AREA 2, 3, or 4 if you wish to designate more areas. Repeat the procedure described in step 3. After designating all areas, select BLANKING, then press OK. Place your original on the glass. Then press DONE and press START to make copies. Note You can designate up to four separate - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 172
Editing an already defined image area 1 1 After you press BLANKING, press REENTER AREA/ERASE. When multiple areas are designated, select the button of the area to be edited, then press REENTER AREA/ERASE. 2 Press the X1, X2, Y1, and Y2 buttons to be edited, then reenter the corresponding - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 173
Clearing designated image areas 1 1 Select the button of the area to be cleared, and then press REENTER AREA/ERASE. 2 Press CLEAR AREA, and then press C. The selected area is cleared. 3 To clear all areas, press YES. 2 3 EN Blanking 173 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 174
work together to produce the same richness in hue on the copied page as everyday objects have in direct sunlight. Nega/Posi mode reverses these colors to produce a copy that resembles a negative from a roll of film. Below is an example of the copied output using Nega/Posi mode. Original Copy - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 175
Making negative images from positive originals 1 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press IMAGE CREATION. 2 EN Negative/positive (Nega/Posi) 175 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 176
3 3 Select NEGA/POSI, then press DONE. Press DONE again, and then press START to make copies. Note The setting confirmation button will appear in the upper right-hand corner of the touch panel display to show that special features have been selected. Press this button to display any set special - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 177
repeat copying specifying three repetitions* Designated area on the original (Framing) Auto repeat copying Manual repeat copying specifying three repetitions* * Part of the image may be cut off if the number of image repetitions cannot be copied on the selected media size. Figure 43 Examples - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 178
Making copies with repeated images 1 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press IMAGE CREATION. 3 Press IMAGE REPEAT. 2 3 178 Chapter 5 Image manipulation EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 179
copy only a designated area of the original, press FRAMING. (See the framing instructions on page 165.) After completing the framing selection, or if you are not filled on the selected copy media size. When copying using the Manual Repeat setting, part of the image may be cut off if the number of - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 180
Mirroring images You can make copies with the original image reversed along the horizontal axis. The result is a mirror image of the original. You can create a mirror image of the entire original, or of only a portion of the original. Both options are shown below. Entire original Entire original - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 181
Making mirror-image copies 1 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press IMAGE CREATION. 3 Press MIRROR IMAGE. 2 3 EN Mirroring images 181 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 182
NO, press OK and proceed to step 5. Selecting YES allows you to specify what part of the original to use for the mirror image. If you select YES, refer to the Framing instructions on page 165 or the Blanking instructions 5 on page 170. Press OK. Note If FRAMING is selected, the copy module - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 183
Slanting images Add variety to your copies by slanting images. In Slanted Image mode, you can copy an original or portions of an original at a designated angle. Both options are shown below. Entire original Entire original Copy Designated area on the original (framing) Entire original Copy - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 184
Copying images at a slant 1 1 After placing your original, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press IMAGE CREATION. 3 Press SLANTED IMAGE. 2 3 184 Chapter 5 Image manipulation EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 185
using ̇ or ̈. Select FRAMING to make copies of a designated area on the original. This allows you to specify what part of the original to use for the slanted image. See the instructions on page 165 for making the framing selection. After the framing selection has been made, or if FRAMING is not - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 186
Sharpening contrast The Sharpness mode allows you to vary the degree of sharpness or softness on the copies. There are seven levels of sharpness, ranging from high to low. The high and low extremes are described below. High Setting the sharpness level higher more clearly defines the edges of - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 187
Modifying the sharpness of the copies 1 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press SHARPNESS. 3 Select LOW or HIGH to adjust sharpness. Then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. Note The setting confirmation button (not pictured) will - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 188
188 Chapter 5 Image manipulation EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 189
6 Color balance and color creation Overview This chapter discusses the HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP image adjustment and color manipulation capabilities including: ! Color settings ! Storing color settings ! One Touch Color ! Background color adjustment ! Second Side Elimination EN Overview 189 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 190
be altered by fine-tuning the copy module color settings. The following color attributes can be adjusted using the color settings of the copy module: ! color balance ! color density Color Balance You can adjust the color's tone by using the Color Balance feature of the copy module. The relative - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 191
your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press COLOR BALANCE. 3 Press + and - to adjust the color balance for each primary color, and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. Note 2 You can also adjust color density at this point. For more information see - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 192
of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black can be individually adjusted to high, medium, and low. The settings made in Color Density mode will increase or decrease the strength of the color in the copied image. The colors on the copied pages will have a darker or lighter application as a result of the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 193
To adjust color density 1 While in the Color Balance mode, press DENSITY FINE ADJ. 2 Select the color you want to adjust, and then press - and + to decrease and increase the color density of the selected color, and then press OK. This will return you to step 3 of "To adjust the color balance" on - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 194
You can access these settings through the copy module touch screen display. To store color settings 1 Make the desired color setting changes, as described in "To adjust the color balance" on page 191 and "To adjust color density" on page 193. 2 Press RECALL/STORE when the changes have been - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 195
settings. Note 5 The message DO YOU WISH TO OVERWRITE PREVIOUS SETTING? appears if you try to assign new settings to a button that is already assigned color settings. To overwrite the previous setting, press YES. To assign your settings to a different button press NO. 6 Press OK. 6 EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 196
using the alphabetic keys on the touch screen display. After entering a name, press OK. Note 2 For instructions on how to enter characters using the touch screen, see page 43. Up to ten characters can be returns to the default factory setting. 196 Chapter 6 Color balance and color creation EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 197
1 To recall stored color settings Once a color balance or density setting is stored, you can recall it using the following procedure: 1 Press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press COLOR BALANCE. 3 Press RECALL/STORE. 2 3 EN Color settings 197 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 198
4 4 Select the key storing the desired color balance, and then press OK. 5 The stored color balance setting screen appears. Press OK to select the stored color balance setting. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. 5 198 Chapter 6 Color balance and color creation EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 199
1 To erase the stored setting Refer to the procedure for recalling stored color settings on page 197 before completing the steps below. 1 Press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press COLOR BALANCE. 3 Press RECALL/STORE. 2 3 EN Color settings 199 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 200
4 4 After pressing STORE/ERASE on the touch panel display, press ERASE. 5 Select the desired key to be erased, and press OK. 6 Confirm the color balance setting to be erased, and then press YES. Press NO to cancel erasing. 5 6 200 Chapter 6 Color balance and color creation EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 201
settings can be used to adjust the color image of your copy. Vivid colors: Makes copies with more vivid hues. Tranquil colors: Makes copies with subdued hues. Tranquil colors Original Vivid colors Figure 50 Examples of vivid and tranquil color settings Lighten image: Decreases the strength of - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 202
: Clearly reproduces highlights that normally appear on a copy as white. Original Highlighted image Figure 52 Example of highlight reproduction Old-fashioned photo image: Makes copies that look like old-fashioned (sepia-tinted) photographs. Original Old-fashioned image Figure 53 Example of old - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 203
, and then press START to make copies. Note 2 Multiple image qualities can be simultaneously selected, with the exception of the following combinations: ! Vivid Colors and Tranquil Colors ! Lighten Image and Darken Image ! Lighten/Darken Image and Highlight Reproduction 3 EN One Touch - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 204
setting allows you to make single-color copies in one of seven specific colors. To select one color 1 After placing your original on the glass, press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press SINGLE COLOR. 3 Select the desired color, then press OK. Press DONE, and then press 2 START to make copies. 3 204 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 205
that the copy module will try to reproduce, creating an unwanted effect. This feature allows a user to change or eliminate this effect. Background Color cannot be used in combination with the following modes: ! Black Text setting in the Basic Features screen (See page 104.) ! Black Monochrome mode - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 206
color 1 1 After placing your original on the glass, press A to set the automatic exposure. Then press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press IMAGE QUALITY ADJ. 3 Press BACKGROUND COLOR ADJ., and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. 2 3 206 Chapter 6 Color balance and color - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 207
1 To make fine adjustments to the background color Fine-tune the background color settings if either of the following conditions exist: ! the automatic settings do not entirely remove the background ! the automatic settings are too extreme and have - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 208
Exposure Adjustment Priority setting in the Administration (Additional) functions (see page 236) ! Black Text setting in the Basic Features screen (see page 104) 208 Chapter 6 Color balance and color creation EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 209
1 To use Second Side Elimination 1 After placing your original on the glass, press A to set the automatic exposure. Then press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press IMAGE QUALITY ADJ. 3 Press 2ND SIDE ELIMINATION, and then press OK. Press DONE, and then press START to make copies. 2 3 EN Second Side - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 210
. 2 Press the - key if the second side background has not been removed. Press the + key if the desired image has become too light. 210 Chapter 6 Color balance and color creation EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 211
7 Stored copy job settings Overview The copy module can be configured to store frequently used copy job settings in memory. Topics covered are: ! Mode Memory ! Recall feature EN Overview 211 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 212
in the Basic Features and Special Features screens. Various copy settings can be stored using Mode Memory, including: ! copy quantity ! double-sided copying ! color settings ! reduce/enlarge You will assign the copy job settings you wish to store to a key in the copy module touch screen display - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 213
1 To store copy settings 1 Select the copy settings that you would like to store from the Basic Features or Special Features screen. Press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press MODE MEMORY. 3 Press STORE/ERASE. 2 3 EN Mode Memory 213 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 214
4 4 Press STORE. 5 Select the desired key (M1 to M5) to store specific copy settings and then press OK. Note The copy settings of the key you choose will display when you select a key that already has stored settings. Use the ̆ and ̄ keys to view the copy 5 job settings if they will not fit in - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 215
1 To assign a name to a key 1 Press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press MODE MEMORY. 3 Press STORE/ERASE. 2 3 EN Mode Memory 215 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 216
as two normal characters. If OK is pressed without any characters being 6 entered, the name of the key returns to the factory default setting. For instructions on how to enter characters, see page 43. 216 Chapter 7 Stored copy job settings EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 217
Recalling copy job settings Using Mode Memory for frequently used copy job settings will allow you to access these settings. The recall function will access the stored copy job settings, and will allow you to make changes to those settings, if necessary. 1 To recall copy job settings 1 Press - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 218
Erasing stored copy settings If you no longer need to have certain copy job settings stored in Mode Memory, you can erase them from the copy module touch screen display. Stored settings will not be erased when the power is off, but they will be deleted if they are overridden by other settings or - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 219
4 4 Press ERASE. 5 Select the key to be erased, then press OK. Note The copy settings of the key you choose will display when you select a key that already has stored settings. Use the ̆ and ̄ keys if all of the copy settings will not display in the touch 5 panel display. 6 To erase your - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 220
Recall feature Use the Recall feature to access copy job settings used for a previously copied job, and apply them to your copy job. The copy module can access the copy job settings of the last three copy jobs. You can change the recalled copy job settings for your copy job. The following types of - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 221
Recalling copy job settings 1 1 Press SPECIAL FEATURES. 2 Press REC. 3 Select 1BEFORE, 2BEFORE, or 3BEFORE. Press OK, and then press DONE. Press the START key to start the copy job. Note 2 The copy settings of the key you choose will display when you select a key that already has stored - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 222
222 Chapter 7 Stored copy job settings EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 223
8 Administration Functions Overview This chapter discusses the various settings in the Administration (Additional) Functions mode of the copy module, including: ! Administration Functions ! Custom Common settings ! Custom Copy settings ! Timer settings ! Adjustment/cleaning ! Counter Check EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 224
Administration Functions The Administration (Additional) Functions menu allows a key operator or system administrator to change the following: ! Custom Common settings ! Custom Copy settings ! Timer settings ! Adjustment/cleaning ! Billing meter The settings made in the Administrative functions - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 225
Note Using Administration Functions This chapter describes each feature available in the Administration (Additional) Functions menu. Menu items in the Administration (Additional) Functions menu listed in the "Administration Functions settings," table on page 227 can be set to customize the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 226
1 To access the Administration Functions screen 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key. Note The ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key flashes when the Administration (Additional) Functions screen is being displayed. 2 2 The Administration (Additional) Functions screen appears. Press the key that - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 227
Quality priority PRIORITY Assigns priority to speed or image quality. page 236 TEXT/PHOTO PRIORITY Text priority / Photo priority* page 238 IN BLACK MODE Selects the priority level for text originals and photo originals when making copies in the Black Monochrome mode. ENERGY SAVER ADJUSTMENT - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 228
Administration Functions settings (continued) Menu items and their descriptions Settings (* indicates factory default setting) Reference page Custom Common settings, continued COPY TRAY SETTING Selects the output bin for copies depending on whether the original is placed on the glass or in the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 229
STANDARD KEY SETTINGS No setting* page 262 Store the keys that are frequently used as Allows you to select the Stored Mode Memory, Color Standard Keys 1 and 2 and Balance settings, or keys displayed in the Basic displayed in the Special Features screen. Features screen. STANDARD SETTINGS - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 230
Administration Functions settings (continued) Menu items and their descriptions Settings (* indicates factory default setting) Reference page Timer settings AUTO CLEAR TIME Sets the timer for the copy module to automatically return to the Basic Features screen after copies have been made. 0 ( - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 231
the copy module to perform Automatic Gradation Adjustment. Cannot be set manually. page 277 FEEDER CLEANING - Allows you to perform optional ADF cleaning if originals fed through the optional ADF appear dirty or if color originals do not feed smoothly. page 281 Billing Meter COUNTER CHECK - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 232
tones ! Tray Eligibility for Automatic Paper Selection (APS)/Automatic Tray (Drawer) Switching (ADS) ! Black Text Automatic Exposure Adjustment priority ! Text/Photo Priority in Black mode ! Energy Saver Adjustment ! Inch Entry ! Copy Tray settings ! Heavy Paper Tray ! Set System Settings Password - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 233
1 To change the audible tone settings 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press AUDIBLE TONES in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press the w or v keys to scroll through the menu items. 3 Select ON or OFF for ENTRY TONE, 2 ERROR TONE, and JOB DONE - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 234
Note Tray Eligibility for APS/ADS Use Tray Eligibility for Automatic Paper Selection (APS)/Automatic Tray (Drawer) Switching (ADS) to configure the copy module to recognize media type and size for each input tray. The copy module will pull the appropriate media size and type specified by the user - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 235
1 To select tray eligibility 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press DRAWER ELIGIBILITY FOR APS/ADS in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to scroll through the menu items. 3 Select ON or OFF for the stack bypass and each tray, then press - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 236
Note Black Text Automatic Exposure Adjustment priority Use Black Text Automatic Exposure Adjustment to have the copy module automatically adjust the amount of exposure used when copying black text originals. The copy module will prescan black text originals. The copy module uses a prescanned image - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 237
1 To set Black Text Automatic Exposure Adjustment Priority 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press BLACK TEXT AUTO EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT PRIORITY in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to scroll through the menu items. 2 3 Select SPEED - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 238
images ! Text Priority setting: makes clear copies of original text images These settings adjust the exposure when copying either text or photo images. When Text Priority is selected to make copies in the Black Monochrome mode, the copy module will make copies of the original using Black - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 239
1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press TEXT/PHOTO PRIORITY IN BLACK MODE in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to scroll through the menu items. 3 Select PHOTO PRIORITY OR TEXT 2 PRIORITY, then press OK. 3 EN Custom Common settings 239 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 240
Note Energy Saver Adjustment Use Energy Saver Adjustment feature to determine the energy-saving level for the Energy Saver mode. This mode can be adjusted to one of the following increments: ! Return Directly to Standard Mode ! - 10% ! - 25% ! - 50% The -10%, -25%, and -50% settings save energy in - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 241
1 To set Energy Saver Adjustment 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press ENERGY SAVER MODE in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to scroll through the menu items. 3 Select -10%, -25%, -50%, or RETURN 2 DIRECTLY TO STANDARD MODE, then - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 242
Note Inch Entry The Inch Entry setting is used to switch the unit of measurement from inches to millimeters. This setting will affect how you enter the coordinates of a shift position, margin width, and other image shifting settings. To have millimeters as your default unit of measure the Inch - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 243
1 To set Inch Entry 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press INCH ENTRY in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to scroll through the menu items. 3 Select ON or OFF, then press OK. 2 3 EN Custom Common settings 243 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 244
Note Note Copy Tray setting Use the Copy Tray settings to select the default output bin based on where the original is placed on the copy module (on the glass or in the optional ADF). The following settings can be used to configure the copy module for Copy Tray functions: ! Glass copying: face-down - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 245
1 To set the Copy Tray setting 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press COPY TRAY SETTING in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to scroll through the menu items. 3 Select FACE-DOWN TRAY or FACE-UP TRAY for GLASS COPYING, or AUTO or 2 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 246
Note Heavy Paper tray The Heavy Paper tray setting (displayed as Heavy Paper Drawer on the display panel) is used to designate the media tray that will be used for feeding heavy copy paper (105 g/m2 [28-lb bond]). You can designate any of the media trays as the Heavy Paper tray. Do not place media - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 247
1 To set the Heavy Paper tray Note "Drawer" on the copy module display panel refers to a "Tray." 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press HEAVY PAPER DRAWER in the Custom Common Settings screen. 2 Press w or v to scroll through the menu items. 3 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 248
Note System Password The System Password function allows a key operator or system administrator to set the password for the Administration (Additional) Functions settings. If a system setting password is assigned, restrictions can be placed on storing, changing, or erasing the following items: ! - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 249
1 To set the system password 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press SET SYSTEM SETTINGS PASSWORD in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v keys to scroll through the menu items. 3 If a system settings password is assigned, this screen - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 250
1 To erase the system password 1 Press SET SYSTEM SETTINGS PASSWORD in the Custom Common Settings screen. 2 Enter the system settings password, then press OK. 3 Press the C key, and then press OK. 2 250 Chapter 8 Administration Functions EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 251
Note Setting Department ID Management The Department ID Management settings are used to assign a four-digit Department Identification (ID) number and/or a four-digit password to each department or section of an organization that is using the copy module. The two settings for Department ID - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 252
1 To set the Department ID management 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press DEPT. ID MANAGEMENT in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v keys to scroll through the menu items. 3 If a System settings password is 2 assigned, this screen - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 253
4 4 Press ON. ON: Starts Department ID management. OFF: Disables Department ID management. 5 Press STORE DEPT.ID/PASSWORD. 6 Assign a department a Department ID number, and enter the Department ID number using the numeric key pad 5 on the copy module control panel. Press w or v to display - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 254
7 Note If you do not assign a password, you can make copies by entering the Department ID number only. 7 Press OK. Note If Department ID Management is set to ON, the Department ID and password entry screen will appear after turning the power on. This screen will also appear after pressing ID - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 255
1 Erasing the Department ID and password 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press DEPT. ID MANAGEMENT in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to display each screen. 3 If a System settings password is 2 assigned, this screen appears. Enter - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 256
4 4 Press STORE DEPT. ID/PASSWORD. 5 Select the Department ID or the password that is to be erased, and then press C. Press w or v to display each screen. Press OK. CAUTION Erasing the Department ID also erases the password, and copy count assigned to that ID number. 5 6 Press OK. 6 256 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 257
1 To check copy totals 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press DEPT. ID MANAGEMENT in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to display each screen. 3 If a System settings password is assigned, this screen appears. Enter 2 the password, - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 258
4 4 Press COPY TOTALS. 5 Check the copy totals by pressing w or v to scroll, then press OK. 6 Press OK. 5 6 258 Chapter 8 Administration Functions EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 259
1 To erase copy totals 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COMMON SETTINGS. 2 Press DEPT. ID MANAGEMENT in the Custom Common Settings screen. Press w or v to scroll through the menu items. 3 If a system settings password is assigned, this screen appears. Enter 2 the - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 260
4 4 Press COPY TOTALS. 5 Press CLEAR ALL TOTALS. 6 The ERASE ALL COPY COUNTS? message appears. Select YES. INITIALIZED appears in the touch panel display when YES is pressed. Press OK on all subsequent screens. Note To cancel erasing the copy totals, select NO. 5 6 260 Chapter 8 Administration - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 261
Initialize Custom Common settings 1 Use this function to return the Custom Common settings to their factory default settings. CAUTION The Department ID and password settings and the system settings password cannot be initialized. 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 262
Key settings The following features can be stored as Standard Keys 1 and 2: ! keys in the Special Features screen ! stored copy jobs ! stored color balance settings The are no Standard Key settings for the factory default setting of the copy module. 262 Chapter 8 Administration Functions EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 263
1 To set a Standard Key 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COPY SETTINGS. 2 Press STANDARD KEY 1 SETTING or STANDARD KEY 2 SETTING in the Custom Copy Settings screen. Press w or v to display each screen. 3 Select the desired mode to be registered, then press OK. Press - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 264
default values are restored. The factory default settings for the Standard Settings are as follows: ! Copy quantity: 1 ! Copy paper selection: Automatic Paper Selection ! Copy exposure: Manual Exposure Control ! Original type: Text/Photo/Map 264 Chapter 8 Administration Functions EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 265
1 To change Standard settings 1 Select the desired copy setting to program in Standard Settings. 2 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, then select CUSTOM COPY SETTINGS. 3 Press STANDARD SETTINGS in the Custom Copy Settings screen. Press w or v to display each screen. 2 3 EN Custom Copy - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 266
4 4 Press STORE. 5 The DO YOU WISH TO STORE THESE AS STANDARD SETTINGS? message appears. Select YES. If there are multiple screens, use w or v to display each screen. STORED appears in the touch panel display when YES is pressed. Note 5 To cancel storing, select NO. 266 Chapter 8 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 267
1 To initialize Custom Settings Use this function to restore changed custom copy settings to their factory settings. 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select CUSTOM COPY SETTINGS. 2 Press INITIALIZE CUSTOM COPY SETTINGS in the Custom Copy Settings screen. Press w or v to 2 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 268
3 3 IS IT OKAY TO INITIALIZE? appears. Select YES. The INITIALIZED screen (not shown) is displayed for about two seconds. Note To cancel initializing, select NO. 268 Chapter 8 Administration Functions EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 269
Timer settings Administration (Additional) Functions allows you change the factory default settings that affect the energy saving and timer functions of the copy module. These settings can be modified in the Timer settings menu. Items in this menu include: ! Automatic Clear Time ! Automatic Energy - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 270
1 To change Automatic Clear Time settings 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select TIMER SETTINGS. 2 Press AUTO CLEAR TIME in the Timer Settings screen 1/2. Press w or v to display each screen. 3 Set the timer, using - or +, then press OK. 2 Note If you set Automatic Clear Time to - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 271
Note 1 2 3 Automatic Energy Saver mode Use the Automatic Energy Saver function to set the copy module to automatically switch to the Energy Saver mode if the system is not operated for a certain period of time. You can set Automatic Energy Saver mode from 0 minutes to 8 hours. The factory setting - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 272
Note 1 2 3 Low-power mode Use the Low-power function to set the copy module to automatically switch to the Low-power mode if the copy module is not operated. You can set the Low-power mode time from 10 to 50 minutes, or from 1 to 4 hours. The factory setting is set to 1 hour. To change Low-power - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 273
Note 1 2 Automatic Power-off Use Automatic Power-off to automatically turn off the power button on the copy module control panel if the copy module is not operated. You can set Automatic Power-off time to 0, 2 or 5 minutes, or from 1 to 24 hours. The factory setting is set to 2 hours. To change - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 274
Adjustment/cleaning Administration (Additional) Functions allow you adjust and clean the components of the copy module. The Adjustment/Cleaning menu allows you to quickly and easily perform necessary adjustments and cleaning functions for the copy module. Items in this menu include: ! Zoom Fine - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 275
1 To change the Zoom Fine Adjustment setting 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select ADJUSTMENT/CLEANING. 2 Press ZOOM FINE ADJUSTMENT in the Adjustment/Cleaning screen. 3 Make fine adjustments, using w or v, then press OK. 2 Note Adjustments can be made individually in the X ( - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 276
adjust the exposure of the copy. In instances when copy images are a little lighter or darker than the original, the copy exposure can be adjusted manually. This function adjusts the amount of exposure in the center of the copy module touch panel display exposure scale. 1 To change the Exposure - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 277
prints and scans them so that the copy module can perform Automatic Gradation Adjustment. If you notice changes in the color exposure of copy images after the color toner cartridge has been replaced, perform Automatic Gradation Adjustment to improve the quality of the copy images. Test prints are - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 278
1 To change the Automatic Gradation Adjustment setting 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and select ADJUSTMENT/CLEANING. 2 Press AUTO GRADATION ADJUSTMENT in the Adjustment/Cleaning screen 1/2. 2 278 Chapter 8 Administration Functions EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 279
3 3 Press TEST PRINT 1. The message PRINTING TEST PRINT 1 appears on the copy module touch screen display. 4 Place the copy media obtained from test printing (TEST PRINT 1) on the glass, and the press SCAN. The SCANNING message (not shown) appears on the copy module touch panel display. Note - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 280
5 5 CORRECTLY PLACE THE TEST PRINT ON THE GLASS appears if the Test Print 1 is not placed properly. Place the test print correctly, then press OK. 6 After Test Print 1 has been scanned, remove it from the glass. Repeat steps 3 - 5 for Test Print 2. 7 Repeat steps 3 - 5 for Test Print 3. When - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 281
optional ADF. If this happens, clean the rollers by feeding blank sheets of copy media through the rollers to wipe off any stains. Also, if color originals do not feed smoothly, clean the rollers. The optional ADF components can also be cleaned. For more information on how to clean the optional - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 282
3 3 The message PLACE 10 BLANK SHEETS IN THE FEEDER AND PRESS THE START KEY appears. Note Before placing the media in the optional ADF, bend the sheets to make sure they are well separated. 282 Chapter 8 Administration Functions EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 283
4 4 Press START. 5 The CLEANING FEEDER... message appears during optional ADF cleaning. Note The blank sheets of copy media used for ADF cleaning will become marked, as the stains on the optional ADF media roller will be removed in the process. 5 To stop ADF cleaning before completion, press - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 284
Counter Check Use the Counter Check function to display the total count of copies made using different settings. Note You can use this function to check the copy totals but cannot print out or erase the printing logs. 1 To view the Counter Check 1 Press the ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS key, and - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 285
and troubleshooting procedures, including: ! Loading media ! Replacing toner cartridges ! Replacing the drum cartridge ! Clearing media jams ! Service-call the consumables, see the HP Color LaserJet 8550, 8550N, 8550DN, 8550GN, 8550MFP Printer User Guide or the installation guide that comes with each - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 286
Note LOAD PAPER message For more information on loading the media trays, media specifications, and configuring the media trays from the printer unit control panel, see the HP Color LaserJet 8550, 8550N, 8550DN, 8550GN, 8550MFP Printer User Guide. 286 Chapter 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 287
making copies even when this message appears. Note Gently rocking the toner cartridge back and forth several times and placing it back into its original position may cancel the toner message temporarily. Figure 57 Toner cartridge message - ** (COLOR) TONER NEEDS TO BE REPLACED EN Replacing - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 288
changes in the color exposure of copy images after a color toner cartridge has been replaced, perform Automatic Gradation Adjustment to improve the quality of the copy images. For more information, see "Automatic Gradation Adjustment" on page 277. 288 Chapter 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 289
with this message displayed. However, copy and print quality may begin to degrade. Hewlett-Packard recommends replacing the drum when the message appears. Figure 59 Drum cartridge message - Basic Features screen Figure 60 Drum cartridge message - instructions EN Replacing the drum cartridge 289 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 290
. Follow the procedures described on the screen and in this guide to clear the jammed media. Note For more information on how to clear media jams see Chapter 3 in the HP Color LaserJet 8550, 8550N, 8550DN, 8550GN, 8550MFP Printer User Guide. 290 Chapter 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 291
is indicated with the ! mark. The touch panel will display instructions on how to remove the media jam from the location indicated. installed on the system. 1 6 2 5 3 Figure 61 4 Media jam locations screen 1 Printer unit 2 Tray 1 (stack bypass) 3 Media trays 4 Duplexer 5 Face-up output tray 6 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 292
1 2 Figure 62 Media jam locations screen with the optional ADF attached 1 Inside feeder cover (see page 304) 2 Feeder original output tray (see page 308) 292 Chapter 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 293
and the copy module will not operate normally, a service message, like the one below, appears. Figure 63 Note Service-call message on the touch panel display The most common service-call message is E240, which means the copy module and the printer unit are not connected. Check that the relay cord - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 294
, turn the power switch on the right rear side of the copy module to the OFF position, and then unplug the power cord. 6 Contact your service representative. 294 Chapter 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 295
in a fire or electrical shock. Leave sufficient space around the power plug so that it can be unplugged easily in case of an emergency. EN Service-call message 295 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 296
installed correctly. Rearrange the originals in page order from the first page in the optional ADF, and then press the START key. Replace the drum kit. Reinstall the imaging drum. Reinstall the fuser unit. Reinstall the intermediate transfer drum. 296 Chapter 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 297
the required toner cartridge indicated in the touch panel display. REPLACE ** (COLOR) TONER CARTRIDGE. There is only a small amount of the toner remaining as messages, see Chapter 7 of the HP Color LaserJet 8550, 8550N, 8550DN, 8550GN, 8550MFP Printer User Guide. EN Self-diagnostic messages 297 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 298
Routine cleaning Hewlett-Packard recommends cleaning the following items every week or every 10 days: ! the over the copy module. Direct contact of either agent with electrical parts inside the copy module may result in a fire or electrical shock. 298 Chapter 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 299
Cleaning the glass Clean the copy module glass with a damp cloth or a mild detergent, and then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. Figure 64 Cleaning the copy module glass Cleaning the copy module cover Clean the cover with a damp cloth or a mild detergent, and then wipe the surface with a dry cloth - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 300
belt Black streaks may appear on your original when the feed rollers are stained. If this happens, clean the optional ADF or contact your authorized service provider. For more information about cleaning the optional ADF, see page 281. 300 Chapter 9 Maintenance and troubleshooting EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 301
10 Optional Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Overview This chapter describes various features and functions of the optional ADF, including: ! Operating the optional ADF ! Clearing media jams EN Overview 301 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 302
same originals are used repeatedly to make copies, the originals may become folded or wrinkled and may not feed smoothly. Media types that are not supported by the optional ADF still can be copied on the glass. 302 Chapter 10 Optional Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 303
size originals of 11 by 17 in, Legal or A3, or to support rotated Letter or A4 originals (Letter-R or A4-R). 3 Original output bin: This bin collects the originals that have been fed through the optional ADF. 4 Media-width guides: These guides adjust the input tray to match the size of the originals - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 304
the optional ADF, the OPEN THE FEEDER COVER AND REMOVE THE JAMMED PAPER message appears. See the removal procedures described on the screen for instructions. Follow the procedures on the next page to clear the jammed original. Figure 68 Input tray media jam message 304 Chapter 10 Optional Automatic - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 305
1 To remove media jams from the input tray 1 Slightly open the cover of the optional ADF. Remove the originals placed in the input tray. 2 Completely open the cover of the optional ADF, and then remove any jammed originals. 2 EN Clearing media jams 305 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 306
3 3 Open the inner cover, and remove the jammed originals. Close the inner cover after the jammed originals have been removed. 4 Lift the optional ADF. 5 Slightly open the cover on the left side of the optional ADF and remove the jammed originals. 4 5 306 Chapter 10 Optional Automatic - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 307
6 6 Remove the originals from the glass and lower the optional ADF. 7 Close the cover of the optional ADF. 7 EN Clearing media jams 307 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 308
ADF, the following message appears: PAPER HAS JAMMED IN ! AREA. REMOVE THE JAMMED PAPER. See the removal procedures described on the screen for instructions. Follow the procedures on the next page to clear the jammed original. Figure 69 Output bin media jam message 308 Chapter 10 Optional Automatic - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 309
1 To remove media jams from the original output bin 1 When the jammed originals are sticking out of the optional ADF, pull them out in the direction of the arrow. When the jammed originals cannot be pulled out easily, proceed to step 2. 2 Lift the optional ADF. 3 Remove the jammed originals and - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 310
310 Chapter 10 Optional Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 311
Consumption (typical) ! During printing (black & white) ! During printing (color) ! During idle* ! During Power Save mode 100-127 V (+/- 10 Minimum recommended 12.0 A at 120 V circuit capacity for typical product * When the printer unit is in standby (off) mode, a minimal amount of energy is still - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 312
size: Console Stationary OPC Laser electrostatic transfer system Toner projection system Heat roller system 600 dpi 256 patterns Paper tray: 60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to 28-lb) bond Tray 1: 60 to 216 g/m2 (16 to 58-lb) bond color paper, transparencies* (the HP - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 313
mode: 34 sec. Black mode: 18 sec. (Letter; direct copying (100%) / Automatic Paper Selection / no prescan / left output tray selected) Full Color mode: Letter (A4); 6 cpm 11 by 17 in (A3); 3 cpm Black mode: Letter (A4); 24 cpm 11 by 17 in (A3); 12 cpm Direct (100%): 1: 1. - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 314
Paper feeding system: 2 trays (500 sheets x 2): 75 g/m2 (20-lb) bond Tray 1 (100 sheets; stack approximately 3/8 in: 10< mm high): 75 g/m2 (20-lb) bond Multiple copies: Max. 100 Power source: 120V, 60 Hz Max. power consumption: Less than 1.5 kW Dimensions (Height by Width by Depth): 1,074 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 315
or 20-lb bond) Document processing speed: 24 cpm Power source: 24 V (from the printer unit) Dimensions (Height by Width by Depth): 161 by 684 by 527 mm (6-3/8 by 27 without notice. Note Media types not supported by the optional ADF can still be copied on the glass. EN ADF specifications - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 316
Hewlett-Packard Company is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner. This HP LaserJet printer unit has been designed with several attributes to minimize impacts on our environment. This HP LaserJet printer unit design eliminates: ! Ozone Production This HP LaserJet - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 317
Service Office for further instructions. If your country/region is not listed in the replacement's brochure, see the HP Customer Care information in the front of this guide. HP LaserJet Printing Supplies In many countries/regions, this product's printing supplies (e.g., toner cartridge, drum, fuser - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 318
recycled papers when the paper meets the guidelines outlined in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specifications Guide, HP part number 5010-6394. This printer unit is suited for the use of recycled paper according to DIN 19 309. • The user guide is provided on CD-ROM, which allows the same high - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 319
LaserJet Supplies website at http://www.hp.com/go/msds. If you do not have access to the internet, call the U.S. HP FIRST (fax-on-demand service) at (1) (800) 231-9300. Use Index number 7 for a listing of the material safety data sheets. Non-US customers should refer to the front of this manual for - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 320
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable . If this equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 321
to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer's Name: Manufacturer's Address: Hewlett-Packard Company 11311 Chinden Boulevard Boise, Idaho 83714-1021, USA declares, that the product Product Name: Model Number: Product Options: HP Color LaserJet 8550, 8550N, 8550DN, 8550GN, 8550MFP, C7096A - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 322
Ltd., 31-41 Joseph Street, Blackburn, Victoria 3130, Australia European Contact: Your Local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard GmbH, Department HQ-TRE / Standards Europe, Herrenberger Strasse 110-140, D-71034 Böblingen (FAX: +49-7031-14-3143) USA Contact: Product - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 323
to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer's Name: Manufacturer's Address: Hewlett-Packard Company Montemorelos #299 1 The product was tested in a typical configuration with Hewlett-Packard Personal Computer Systems. 2 This Device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 324
Ltd., 31-41 Joseph Street, Blackburn, Victoria 3130, Australia European Contact: Your Local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard GmbH, Department HQ-TRE / Standards Europe, Herrenberger Strasse 110-140, D-71034 Böblingen (FAX: +49-7031-14-3143) USA Contact: Product - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 325
VCCI Statement (Japan) Korean EMI Statement EN Regulatory Statements 325 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 326
procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in exposure to hazardous radiation. Product Information Sheet The Toner Product Information Sheet can be obtained by calling the U.S. HP FIRST (Fax Information Retrieval Support Technology) at (800) 333-1917. International customers - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 327
i bruksanvisning specificerats, kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för laserklass 1. HUOLTO HP Color LaserJet 8550, 8550N, 8550DN, 8550GN, 8550MFP -kirjoittimen sisällä ei ole käyttäjän huollettavissa olevia kohteita. Laitteen saa avata ja huoltaa ainoastaan - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 328
Varning! Om laserprinterns skyddshölje öppnas då apparaten är i funktion, utsättas användaren för osynlig laserstrålning. Betrakta ej strålen. Tiedot laitteessa käytettävän laserdiodin säteilyominaisuuksista: Aallonpituus 775-795 nm Teho 5 mW Luokan 3B laser 328 Appendix A Specifications EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 329
information Note If you purchased your HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP system with a reseller-provided service contract, please call your reseller for technical support and warranty specifics. Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement HP PRODUCT HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP DURATION OF WARRANTY 1 year - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 330
from (a) improper or inadequate maintenance or calibration, (b) software, interfacing, parts or supplies not supplied by HP, (c) unauthorized modification or misuse, (d) operation outside of the published TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT TO YOU. 330 Appendix B Warranty and support information EN - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 331
, See Automatic Paper Selection (APS) Asia Pacific countries/reigons, support 11 audible tones 227, 232 changing 233 automatic drawer switching 65 eligibility 234 Automatic XY Zoom 94 Automatic Zoom 82 B Background Color adjustment 205 Basic Features screen 39 changing mode settings 126 storing keys - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 332
support 13 Center/Corner Shift mode 132 characters deleting 45 entering 43 cleaning Automatic Document Feeder 281, 298 glass 298 glass cover 298 Clear Numeric Value key, locating 32 Color 68 copy module automatic tray switching 65 locating parts 26 media specifications 56 status lights 34 turning - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 333
functions 36 locating 31 highlight reproduction 201 HP Customer Care (Europe) 14 HP Customer Care (U.S. and Canada) 13 HP Direct Ordering 12 HP Distribution Europe 11 HP LaserJet Family Paper Specification Guide 56 HP service agreements 12 HP Support Assistant Compact Disc 12 I ID (identification - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 334
color copies) 47 lighten image 201 loading paper 286 loading paper trays 60 Low-power mode 53 time 230, 272 M magazines copying 104, 130, 145, 208 copying facing pages 117 magnification 313 maintenance replacing the drum cartridge 289 replacing toner cartridges 287 manual exposure control 79 manual - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 335
Direct Ordering 12 HP service agreements 12 HP Support Assistant Compact Disc 12 obtaining 10 online services 10 world wide web 10 system entering password 123 locating keys 30 power button 52 turning off 52 turning on 50 System Password function 248 T Text/Photo Priority setting adjusting level 107 - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 336
39 troubleshooting diagnostic messages 296 media jams 290 Two-page Separation button location 41 using 130 U U.S., obtaining support 13 V vivid colors 201 W warning messages 296 world wide web 10 X XY Zoom mode automatic 94 description 92 different ratios 101 manual - HP 8550dn | HP Color LaserJet 8550MFP Printer - Copy Module User Guide, Not Orde - Page 337
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