HP CP1215 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference
HP CP1215 - Color LaserJet Laser Printer Manual
UPC - 883585140114
View all HP CP1215 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
HP CP1215 manual content summary:
- HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 1
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Printer Software Technical Reference - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 2
- HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 3
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Printer Software Technical Reference - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 4
to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 5
languages 4 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series User Guide 5 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Getting Started Guide 5 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Readme 5 Windows printing-system software ...6 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software CD for Windows systems ...6 Driver configuration for - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 6
for computers on a network 41 Plug and Play driver install 41 Point and print installation for Windows 45 Add another HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer 45 Detailed Windows installation instructions 47 Printing-system software installation for Microsoft Windows 47 Install optional - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 7
80 Current Watermarks 81 Watermark Message 82 Message Angle 82 Font Attributes 82 Name 82 Color 82 Shading 82 Size 83 Style 83 Finishing tab features ...84 Document Options ...84 Print on Both Sides (Manually 84 Flip Pages Up ...85 Booklet Printing 85 Book and booklet printing 86 Print - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 8
Sharing 105 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 106 Upgrading Windows 106 III. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 106 INSTALLING SOFTWARE ON WINDOWS 2000, 2003 SERVER, XP AND WINDOWS VISTA 106 Printing system installation from a CD-ROM 106 Plug and Play Install (installs only the printer driver and - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 9
List of tables Table 1-1 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Printer Features 3 Table 1-2 HP LaserJet CP1210 CD part number and languages 4 Table color themes ...92 Table 3-4 Halftone settings (lpi) for the Photo color theme 92 Table 4-1 Supported paper and print media sizes 98 Table 4-2 Supported - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 10
viii ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 11
Toolbox - Setup Status Alerts screen 25 Figure 1-14 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Service screen 26 Figure 1-15 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Shop for Supplies screen 27 Figure 1-16 Software Installation - HP Customer Participation Program screen 28 Figure 1-17 Install - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 12
Details dialog box ...81 Figure 3-13 Finishing tab ...84 Figure 3-14 Print on Both Sides Instructions screen 85 Figure 3-15 Page-order preview images ...87 Figure 3-16 Color tab ...89 Figure 3-17 Manual Color Options ...90 Figure 3-18 Services tab ...94 Figure 3-19 About window ...95 x ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 13
) provides information about and troubleshooting tips for the printing-system software for the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer. This document is prepared in an electronic format to serve as a quick-reference tool for Customer Care Center (CCC) agents, support engineers, system administrators - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 14
● HP Customer Participation Program ● Optional software ● Font support 2 Chapter 1 Purpose and scope ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 15
1-1 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Printer Features Print ● Prints Letter-size and A4-size pages at speeds up to 8 pages per minute (ppm) in color and 12 ppm in black and white ● Prints at 600 dots per inch (dpi). ● Includes adjustable settings to optimize print quality ● The print cartridges - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 16
Documentation availability and localization CD part number and languages The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software is delivered on one CD for all countries/ regions and includes the following languages. Table 1-2 HP LaserJet CP1210 CD part number and languages CD part number - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 17
Series printer. This guide is also available by clicking Manuals on the following Web site: www.hp.com/support/ljcp1210series HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Readme The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Readme is available in electronic format on the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software CD - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 18
open the Animated Getting Started Guide (GSG) (see Figure 1-1). Use the Animated GSG to install the drivers and related components, as well as to gain access to online user documentation and optional HP software. Figure 1-1 Welcome to the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer screen If the screen - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 19
for Windows The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series host-based driver features bidirectional communication technology which, in environments that support the driver, allows the printer to respond to data inquiries from the computer and report information back, such as toner cartridge life. Bidirectional - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 20
dpi) color laser-class quality through a multi-level printing process. This process precisely controls color by combining up to four colors within a single dot and by varying the amount of toner in a given area. ImageREt 2400 has been improved for the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer to offer - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 21
You can view the status of up to 15 supported HP LaserJet printers, set up printer and supply alerts, generate printer-usage reports, and reorder supplies from HP or a choice of resellers. The software is available through a link in the printing-system software CD, or on the Web at the following Web - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 22
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 10 Chapter 1 Purpose and scope ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 23
Purpose and scope HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox software You can use the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox for the following tasks: ● Check the printer status. ● Configure the printer settings. ● Configure pop-up-alert messages. ● View troubleshooting information. ● View online - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 24
menu, click Programs (or All Programs in Windows XP), click HP, click HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series, and then click HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox. The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox software contains sections for each printer in the Devices window. For more information, see the - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 25
. ● Print Info Pages. Print the configuration page, the demo page, and the supplies status page. ● Event Log. View a history of printer errors. The most recent error is at the top. Figure 1-3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Status screen ENWW HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 13 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 26
Log The event log is a four-column list of printer errors. The event log provides the total number of pages that the printer had printed when the error occurred as well as a brief description of the error. Figure 1-4 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Event Log screen 14 Chapter 1 Purpose - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 27
animations of procedures related to using the printer. ● User Guide. View information about printer usage, warranty, specifications, and support. Available in both HTML and PDF formats. Figure 1-5 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Help screen ENWW HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 15 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 28
. ● Print Modes. Change the fuser, duplex, or toner modes for each media type. ● Paper Types. Change Service. Gain access to various procedures required to maintain the printer. ● Save / Restore Settings. Save the printer settings so you can restore them at a later date. Figure 1-6 HP Color LaserJet - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 29
how long the printer waits before acting on your selections. You can specify from 0 to 3600 seconds. NOTE: You must click the Apply button before your changes will take effect. Figure 1-7 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Paper Handling screen ENWW HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 30
settings only if an HP customer support person advises you to. Table 1-3 Optimize Modes - Optimize menu Adjustment Range (*default) Description Background toner Off*/On Optimize printer settings to reduce background toner. (Glossy media picks up background toner more readily than plain - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 31
voltage. (There is currently no known defect associated with this adjustment.) NOTE: You must click the Apply button before your changes will take effect. Figure 1-8 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Print Quality screen ENWW HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 19 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 32
nearly solid density. To darken shadow colors, increase the Shadows setting. This adjustment does not affect highlight or midtone colors. ● Restore defaults. Select to reset all of the density settings to the factory settings. Figure 1-9 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Print Density screen - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 33
settings for specific paper types and help resolve persistent print-quality problems. NOTE: HP recommends that you change these settings only if an HP customer support person advises you to. Figure 1-10 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Print Modes screen Table 1-4 Print Modes - Fusing - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 34
Table 1-5 Print Modes - Transfer Transfer Adjustments (only first side) Range (*default) Dry paper Off*/On Humid paper Rough paper Less/More transfer Off*/On Off*/On Off*/-5 to +5 Table 1-6 Print Modes - Duplex Transfer Duplex Transfer Adjustments (only second side) Range (*default) Dry - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 35
: paper type option were changed to the Labels setting in the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox, and then you select the Plain paper type setting from the Type is: drop-down list on the Printing Shortcuts printer-driver tab, pages are printed on label media. When you select Restore defaults - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 36
printing after a cartridge has reached the threshold for end of life. The default is Off. ● Location. Select the appropriate country/region. The default is country/region specific. NOTE: You must click the Apply button before your changes will take effect. Figure 1-12 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 37
occur, such as paper jams, low toner levels in HP print cartridges, a non-HP print cartridge in use, empty input trays, and specific error messages. NOTE: You must click the Apply button before your changes will take effect. Figure 1-13 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Setup Status Alerts - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 38
Service Click the Restore button to return the printer settings to the factory default settings. Figure 1-14 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox - Service screen 26 Chapter 1 Purpose and scope ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 39
or online chat. ● Product Support. Search for help with a specific problem. ● Shop for Supplies. Order HP supplies for your printer online. ● Product Registration. Register your printer online. NOTE: You must connect to the Internet prior to opening the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox in - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 40
Participation Program is a voluntary program that helps HP monitor toner usage. The HP Customer Participation Program is installed automatically when you select the Easy Install method of the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software installation, and is an option when you select - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 41
create multiple color themes to choose from later. ● HP Easy Printer Care: This software is designed for end users and for those who keep printers up and running in small and large business groups. You can view the status of up to 15 supported HP LaserJet printers, set up printer and supply alerts - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 42
Roman Bold Italic ● Wingdings Default fonts The following default fonts are installed through a Full Installation of the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software. Table 1-8 Default fonts Font name Font style File name Albertus Extra Bold Regular ALBR85W.TTF Albertus Medium - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 43
HELR46W.TTF AVGR45W.TTF AVGR46W.TTF AVGR65W.TTF AVGR66W.TTF BOKR35W.TTF BOKR36W.TTF BOKR75W.TTF BOKR76W.TTF CHANC___.TTF DINGS___.TTF LETR45W.TTF Font support 31 Purpose and scope - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 44
Table 1-8 Default fonts (continued) Font name Letter Gothic Letter Gothic Marigold New Century Schoolbook New Century Schoolbook New Century Schoolbook New Century Schoolbook Palatino Palatino Palatino Palatino SymbolPS Times Times Times Times Univers Univers Univers Condensed Univers Condensed - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 45
2 Installing Windows printing-system components The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer comes with software for Windows called a printer driver that allows the computer to communicate with the printer. Printer drivers provide access to printer features, such as printing on custom-sized paper, - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 46
are available on the software CD that comes with the printer. ● Windows 2000 (32-bit only) ● Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit) ● Windows Server 2003 (32-bit and 64-bit) ● Windows Vista (32-bit and 64-bit) NOTE: The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series software installer does not supported Windows 98 SE - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 47
Series printing-system software installation: ● HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series host-based printer-driver ● HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox ● HP Software Update ● Shop for Supplies ● Status Application ● HP Customer Participation Program ● HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series User Guide ● Windows - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 48
is selected, only the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series hostbased printer-driver and the Status Application are installed. Installation options The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software can be used with the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer in the following configurations - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 49
Guide (GSG). This guide includes instructions for preparing the printer for use, and performing the initial software install. Animated GSG dialog boxes The Animated GSG dialog boxes are presented in the following order. Figure 2-2 Animated GSG - Welcome to the HP LaserJet CP1210 Series printer - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 50
Figure 2-3 Animated GSG - Remove sealing tape screen Figure 2-4 Animated GSG - Remove packing material screen 38 Chapter 2 Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 51
Installing Windows printing-system components Figure 2-5 Animated GSG - Load paper screen Figure 2-6 Animated GSG - Connect the power screen ENWW Microsoft Windows general installation overview 39 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 52
screen Microsoft Windows installation for direct connections Use the following instructions to install the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series software on a computer that is running Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, or Windows Vista. NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the computer - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 53
New Hardware Wizard (Plug and Play installation) installs only the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series host-based printer-driver and the Status Application. Follow these steps to install the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software on a computer. NOTE: You can return to the previous - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 54
of the installation options and click the Next > button. ● The Install the software automatically (Recommended) radio button attempts to locate and install the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software automatically. If you select this option, you will continue to the Completing the - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 55
choose your search and installation options. screen. Figure 2-10 Found New Hardware Wizard - What do you want the wizard to do? screen 6. Insert the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system CD into the CD-ROM drive on your computer. ENWW Microsoft Windows general installation overview 43 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 56
for the best driver in these locations. radio button, and then click the Next > button. If the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software can be found, you will be taken to the Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard screen. If the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 57
that the printer driver is installed HP website. Add another HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer If the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer has been previously installed, the appearance of the CD Browser screen changes if you click the Install Printer Software link, and the install-printer - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 58
changes to Connect another CP1210 series printer. A pre-existing installation also changes the sequence of installation screens. Figure 2-13 Welcome Back! screen 46 Chapter 2 Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 59
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software installation by clicking the Cancel button. 1. (Optional) Click the Begin Setup button to open the Animated GSG (Getting Started Guide), which provides detailed instructions about how to set up your printer. Click the Install Printer Software - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 60
2. Click the Install button to continue the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software installation. NOTE: If the Software Wizard - Welcome screen does not appear after one minute, open and then close the CD-ROM drive. Figure 2-15 Software Installation - CD Browser screen 48 Chapter 2 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 61
● The Easy Install radio button installs the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software with the default settings (click the links on Software Installation - Software Wizard - Welcome screen Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW Detailed Windows installation instructions - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 62
agreement, select the I accept the terms in the license agreement radio button, and click the Next > button to continue to the HP Customer Participation Program screen. Figure 2-17 Software Installation - License Agreement screen 50 Chapter 2 Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 63
for the HP Customer Participation Program and click the Next > button to continue to the Connect your device now screen. Figure 2-18 Software Installation - HP Customer Participation Program screen Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW Detailed Windows installation instructions 51 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 64
6. Connect the USB cable to the computer. When the software installation completes, you will continue to the Congratulations! Software installation complete screen. Figure 2-19 Software Installation - Connect your device now screen 52 Chapter 2 Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 65
is sent to the printer. If the Register you software check box is selected software installation has completed. Figure 2-20 Software Installation - Congratulations! Software installation complete screen Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW Detailed Windows installation instructions - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 66
click the Install More Software button, you can install the HP Basic Color Match Tool and the HP Easy Printer Care software. If you click the More Information button, you can open the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series product support Web site in a Web browser, view the product User Guide, or View the - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 67
create multiple color themes to choose from later. ● HP Easy Printer Care: This software is designed for end users and for those who keep printers up and running in small and large business groups. You can view the status of up to 15 supported HP LaserJet printers, set up printer and supply alerts - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 68
The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software uninstall utility removes the following components from your computer: ● The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series host-based driver. ● The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox. ● The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series User Guide ● The HP Color - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 69
6. Disconnect the USB cable, and then click the Continue button. Click the Cancel button to immediately exit the uninstall. Figure 2-24 Important Uninstall Information screen Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW User uninstall software 57 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 70
from the computer. Figure 2-25 Please reboot your computer screen Uninstall using Windows Add or Remove Programs feature NOTE: To uninstall the software, you must log on with Administrator privileges. 1. Close all open programs. 58 Chapter 2 Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 71
2-27 Windows Change or Remove Programs screen 4. An uninstall confirmation dialog box appears. Select the Yes button to uninstall the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing-system software, or click the No button to cancel the uninstall. Figure 2-28 Are you sure you want to UnInstall this product - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 72
5. Disconnect the USB cable, and then click the Continue button. Click the Cancel button to immediately exit the uninstall. Figure 2-29 Important Uninstall Information screen 60 Chapter 2 Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 73
that were previously in use are removed from the computer. Figure 2-30 Please reboot your computer screen Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW User uninstall software 61 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 74
62 Chapter 2 Installing Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 75
device interface (GDI) or device driver interface (DDI) calls from software programs into JBIG (standard-compression) compressed pages. These pages are sent in "chunks" through the driver to the device formatter. The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer drivers also receive status messages from - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 76
tabs contain options for formatting documents for the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer. Gain access to the Printing Preferences tabs either through the software program or through the Windows Printers folder. 64 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 77
image appears in the upper-right corner of all Printing Preferences tabs except the Services tab. Switching between tabs does not change the location or appearance of the by clicking on the image. HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver ENWW Change the printer driver settings for Windows 65 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 78
Help system The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series host-based drivers include a full-featured Help system to provide assistance with printing and configuration options. Context-sensitive Help Context-sensitive Help is available in all of the supported operating systems. Access context-sensitive Help - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 79
tab to print jobs with specific printer-driver settings. The available settings depend on the printer configuration. Select one of the defined shortcuts or create custom printing shortcuts. Figure 3-3 Printing Shortcuts tab HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver Select one of the defined - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 80
on coated media. ◦ Type is:: HP Color Laser Photo Glossy 220g ◦ Size is:: supported transparency media. ◦ Type is:: < Disabled > ◦ Size is:: Letter ◦ Print in Black and White: No ● Factory Defaults. Print with the default printer-driver HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 81
click the OK button. The custom printing shortcut appears in the printing shortcuts list. Figure 3-5 Printing Shortcuts tab HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver Delete a custom printing shortcut To delete any defined shortcut or custom printing shortcut, select a shortcut and then click - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 82
tab to specify the size, type, and source of the media for the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer. You can also use this tab to indicate different paper-selection choices for the : ● Paper Options ● Print Quality 70 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 83
pages of the document. Figure 3-7 Paper Options group box HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver The following are settings in the Paper Options group box: Size is: The Size is: setting is a drop-down menu that lists all of the supported media sizes. Specify the size for all the settings in - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 84
● Manual When the default Auto/Tray 1 option is selected, the document is immediately sent to the printer. When the Manual option is selected, you must press the RESUME button before the document is printed. 72 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster driver) ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 85
the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer supports. Color Laser Transparency ● Letterhead ● More... If you select the More... option at the bottom of the Type is: drop-down list, the follow options become available: Figure 3-9 Select Paper Type screen HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 86
Color 12ppm Mono HP Color Laser Matte 105g 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono HP Premium Choice Matte 120g 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono HP Presentation Glossy 130g 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono HP Professional Laser Glossy 130g 3/4 6ppm Color 74 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 87
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver Table 3-1 Standard paper types and engine speed (continued) Paper Type Engine Speed 8ppm Mono Mid-Weight 96-110g 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono Heavy 111-130g 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono Heavy Glossy 111-130g 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono Brochure 131- - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 88
Color 8ppm Mono Letterhead Full 8ppm Color 12ppm Mono Envelope 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono Heavy Envelope 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono PrePrinted Full 8ppm Color 12ppm Mono PrePunched Full 8ppm Color 76 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster driver - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 89
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver Table 3-1 Standard paper types and engine speed (continued) Paper Type Engine Speed 12ppm Mono Colored Full 8ppm Color 12ppm Mono Rough 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono Heavy Rough 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm Mono HP Tough Paper 3/4 6ppm Color 8ppm - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 90
black regardless of the original document text color. However, white text remains white as a fail-safe method of printing reverse typeface against a dark background. This setting does not affect graphic images on the page. 78 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 91
Effects tab features Use the Effects tab to create unique media effects such as scaling and watermarks. Figure 3-10 Effects tab HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver Fit to Page Print Document On Select this option to format the document for one paper size and then print the document on a - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 92
the driver or what the driver receives from the software program (if the software program does not negotiate the paper size with the driver). The driver scales preset in the driver: ● Confidential ● COPY ● Draft ● SAMPLE 80 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 93
(one on each logical page). Click the Edit button to open the Watermark Details dialog box. Figure 3-12 Watermark Details dialog box HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver Click the OK button to accept all of the changes that are made in the Watermark Details dialog box. Clicking the Cancel - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 94
of the gray that is used. Light produces a lightly saturated gray watermark. Lightest produces the lightest shade of watermark; Darkest produces a black watermark. 82 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 95
are available from the Style drop-down menu: Regular, Bold, Italic, and Bold Italic. The default Style setting for new and preset watermarks is Regular. HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver ENWW Effects tab features 83 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 96
. When a print job is sent to the device with the Print on Both Sides (Manually) check box selected, the even pages print, and then the following dialog box appears with instructions to complete the manual duplex process. 84 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 97
Figure 3-14 Print on Both Sides Instructions screen HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver Flip Pages Up The Flip Pages Up check box, enabled only when the Print on Both Sides (Manually) check box is selected, is used to specify the duplex-binding option. By default, the Flip Pages Up check - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 98
booklet printing The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer supports book and booklet Printers or Printers and Faxes. 2. Right-click the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series and click Properties. 3. Click the Configure tab and select the Allow Manual 6. Click OK in the printer driver. 7. Click OK in the - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 99
order preview images HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver NOTE: Selecting software program. Select the number of copies to print in the Copies text box by clicking the arrows to the right of the text box or by typing a value in the text box. For the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printers - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 100
copies can be set from some software programs, conflicts can arise between the software program and the driver. In most cases, the software program and the driver communicate so that the number of into the device first. 88 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 101
tab features Use the Color tab to specify predefined color-option settings or to fine-tune the color treatments and half-toning. Color output can also be converted to grayscale. Figure 3-16 Color tab HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver Color options Use the Color Options group box to - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 102
. Generates neutral colors by combining all four colors of toner, which produces smoother gradients and transitions to non-neutral colors, and produces the darkest possible black. 4-Color is the default setting for Photographs. 90 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 103
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver General Use the General setting group to control the Edge Control, Halftone, and RGB Color settings for all color printing. Edge Control Edge Control determines how edges are rendered by adjusting three components: Adaptive Halftoning, Trapping, and C- - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 104
theme Halftone setting (Color tab) ImageREt 2400 (Paper/Quality tab) Smooth (4-bits/pixel) Cyan 190 lpi Magenta 190 lpi Yellow 212 lpi Black 212 lpi Detailed (4-bits/pixel) Cyan 190 lpi Magenta 190 lpi 92 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 105
Table 3-4 Halftone settings (lpi) for the Photo color theme (continued) Halftone setting (Color tab) ImageREt 2400 (Paper/Quality tab) Yellow 212 lpi Black 212 lpi HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver ENWW Color tab features 93 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 106
printer lights. Figure 3-18 Services tab Internet Services The Internet Services control contains the Select a destination drop-down menu with the following options: ● Support and troubleshooting* ● Product manuals* ● Check for driver 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 107
the model name, and specific information about each of the components. The information varies according to the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer model, driver, date, and version numbers. Figure 3-19 About window HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Print Driver ENWW About window features 95 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 108
96 Chapter 3 HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series print driver (Host-based raster driver) ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 109
4 Engineering details Engineering details ENWW 97 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 110
for the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer. Media sizes The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer supports a number of paper sizes, and it adapts to various media. NOTE: To obtain the best print results, select the appropriate paper size and type in your printer driver before printing - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 111
Table 4-2 Supported envelopes and postcards Size Dimensions Envelope #10 105 x 241 mm (4.13 x 9.49 inches) Envelope DL 110 x 220 100 x 148 mm (3.94 x 5.83 inches) Double postcard 148 x 200 mm (5.83 x 7.87 inches) Tray 1 Engineering details ENWW Supported paper and print media tables 99 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 112
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer supports printing on special media. Use the following guidelines to obtain satisfactory results. When using special paper or print media, be sure to set the type and size in your printer driver to obtain the best print results. CAUTION: HP LaserJet printers - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 113
printed on faceup, with the top edge at the back of the tray 1 The HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes of print media. Check the printer driver for supported sizes. 2 Capacity can vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 114
General Windows Sharing HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox Upgrading Windows III. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING SOFTWARE ON WINDOWS 2000, 2003 SERVER, XP AND WINDOWS VISTA Printing system installation from a CD-ROM Plug and Play Install (installs only the printer driver and alerts - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 115
troubleshooting information. For additional information about product features and driver features, see the product user guide and the online Help that is included with each software component. WHO NEEDS THIS SOFTWARE? All users require this printing system software to operate the HP Color LaserJet - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 116
Install option) ● User Guide (Windows Help format) HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox The printing system software includes HP Color LaserJet 1210 Series Toolbox software for end-users. HP Color LaserJet 1210 Series Toolbox provides product status information such as toner levels, and includes - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 117
instructions. II. LATE-BREAKING INFORMATION KNOWN ISSUES AND WORKAROUNDS For an updated listing of known issues for the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series printing system software display English text. Windows Sharing The printer drivers for this product are supported only in Windows 2000, 2003 - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 118
the HP Color LaserJet 1210 Series program group and then upgrade to the new operating system. After the operating system upgrade is complete, re-install your HP product by using the latest software available at the following URL: www.hp.com/support/ljcp1210series III. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS When - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 119
the installation of the printer driver. UNINSTALLER The uninstaller removes all of the HP printing system components. 1. From the Start menu, click HP. 2. Select the HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series program group. 3. Click Uninstall. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Or 1. Open the Microsoft - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 120
Warranty See the product user guide for complete warranty and support information. Copyright © 2007 HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 121
Troubleshooting Problem Solution A printer driver for the printer is not visible in the Printer folder. ● Reinstall the printer software. An error message was displayed during the software installation. The printer is in Ready state, but nothing prints. NOTE: Close any applications that are - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 122
110 Chapter 4 Engineering details ENWW - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 123
20 Device Settings tab HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 16 direct connections installing software 40 Document Options 84 document preview image 65 documentation animated getting started guide 37 getting started guide 4 localized versions 4 readme 4 user guide 4 viewing 6, 104 dots per - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 124
installing software 40 localized versions documentation 4 location, setting HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 24 M Manual color settings 89 manuals getting started guide 4 localized versions 4 readme 4 user guide 4 matching colors, HP basic color match tool 29, 55 media supported sizes - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 125
supported 98 print modes HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 21 Print on Both Sides. See duplexing Print Page Borders settings 87 print quality HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 18 HP ImageREt 2400 8 Print Quality settings 78 printer drivers. See drivers printer settings HP Color LaserJet - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 126
72 troubleshooting known issues 105 printer issues 109 two-sided printing. See duplexing types, media HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Toolbox 23 types, paper driver settings 73 U uninstall printing system software 56, 107 USB port type included 3 Use Different Paper/Covers option 77 user guides - HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 127
- HP CP1215 | HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series - Software Technical Reference - Page 128
© 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. www.hp.com
HP Color LaserJet CP1210 Series Printer
Software Technical Reference