HP D4160 User Guide - Microsoft Windows 2000

HP D4160 - Deskjet Color Inkjet Printer Manual

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    HP Deskjet D4100 series HP Photosmart Software Help
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    software also supports Windows accessibility options such as StickyKeys, ToggleKeys, FilterKeys, and MouseKeys. The printer doors, buttons, paper trays, and paper guides can be operated by users with limited strength and reach. Support For more details about the accessibility of this product and HP
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    at a glance 7 Buttons and lights 8 Paper trays ...11 Print cartridges ...15 Ink-backup mode 16 4 Connect to the printer 17 USB ...17 5 Print using the Photosmart Express button 18 About the Photosmart Express button 18 About the HP Photosmart Express software 18 6 Print photos using the
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    -sided documents 52 10 Printer software 54 Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 54 Set default print settings 54 Printer Properties dialog box 55 What's This? help 56 Ink Status window 56 Download printer software updates 57 11 Maintenance...58 Install print cartridges 58 Align the print
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    Contents A HP support ...91 Support process 91 HP support by phone 91 B Supplies...93 C Technical information 94 Printer specifications 94 Environmental product stewardship program 94 Regulatory notices 96 Index...98 HP Photosmart Software Help 3
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    use two-sided printing. Printer software Learn how to make the HP Deskjet the default printer, set default print settings, and download printer software updates. Maintenance Learn how to install and care for print cartridges, view how much ink is left in a print cartridge, print a test page, and
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    (continued) Section Troubleshooting Supplies Specifications HP inkjet supplies recycling program Description Find a solution to a hardware or software problem. Order supplies for the printer. Learn about the paper capacity, requirements, and other specifications for the printer. Find out how to
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    purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features: ● Borderless printing: Use the entire page surface when printing photos and brochures with the borderless printing feature. ● Six-ink upgradeable printing: Enhance photo printing with a photo print cartridge (purchased
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    ● The printer at a glance ● Buttons and lights ● Paper trays ● Print cartridges ● Ink-backup mode The printer at a glance Click the links below to learn about the printer features. 1 Buttons and lights 2 Front USB port 3 Paper trays 1 Print cartridges 2 Ink-backup mode HP Photosmart Software Help
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    open HP Photosmart Express software. The printer lights give you visual cues about the status of the printer. 1 Power button and light 2 Print Cancel button 3 Resume button and light 4 Photosmart Express button 5 Front USB port lights Power button and light Use the Power button to turn the printer
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    button Pressing the Print Cancel button cancels the current print job. Resume button and light The Resume light flashes when an action is required, such as loading paper or clearing a paper jam. When the problem is solved, press the Resume button to continue printing. HP Photosmart Software Help 9
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    . 1 Photosmart Express button Front USB port lights To transfer photos from a digital camera, external card reader, or USB flash drive, just plug the camera or other device into the printer's front USB port. You can then print the photos using HP Photosmart software. 10 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    is connected correctly, the Connection light is illuminated. The Connection light blinks green when printing from the camera. If the camera is not set to the correct mode for downloading photos, the Error light flashes. Note You can also use the front USB port to download images from external card
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    Chapter 3 2. Lower the output tray. 3. Pull out the output-tray extension. Input tray The input tray holds paper or other media. 1 Input tray Paper guide Print on different sizes of media by sliding the paper guide to the right or to the left. 12 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    . If you are printing in the Fast Draft mode, raise the output-tray extension stop. 1 Second section of output-tray extension 2 Output-tray extension stop HP Photosmart Software Help 13
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    -tray extension in. 3. Push the first section of the output-tray extension into the output tray. 4. Raise the output tray. 5. Raise the input tray. 14 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    can be used with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color print cartridge 3 Photo print cartridge For information about using the print cartridges, see the following topics: ● Use print cartridges ● Replace print cartridges Use print cartridges The print cartridges can be used in the
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    . Colors print as grayscale. Note HP does not recommend using the photo print cartridge for ink-backup mode. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to exit ink-backup mode. For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. 16 HP Deskjet
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    later to use a USB cable. Note For best printing performance, use a USB 2.0 compatible cable. For instructions about connecting the printer with a USB cable, see the setup poster that came with the printer. Note A USB cable might not be packaged with your printer. HP Photosmart Software Help 17
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    Photosmart Express button The Photosmart Express button is located on the front panel of the printer. When you press the button, the HP Photosmart Express software is opened on your computer. The HP Photosmart Express software provides a fast and easy way to make prints of your photos or to purchase
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    you need a USB cable that is compatible with your camera. HP recommends that you use a cable that is less than 3 meters long. Print photos from the front USB port Note To print using these instructions, the HP Photosmart software must be installed on your computer. HP Photosmart Software Help 19
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    dialog box is displayed. 6. Click Print, and then follow the onscreen instructions. For more information on using the HP Photosmart software, see the HP Photosmart Software Help. About the front USB port lights The lights on the front USB port let you know if the device is connected correctly
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    1 Connection light 2 Error light HP Photosmart Software Help 21
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    in combination with the tri-color print cartridge. ● Do not print borderless photos in ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. For more information, see Ink-backup mode. ● Open the file in a software program such as HP Photosmart software and resize the photo
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    includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow these instructions. 1. Open the photo in a software program that allows editing, such as HP Photosmart software. 2. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 3. Click the Printing
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    appear in the Printer Properties dialog box. Print photos with a border Guidelines ● For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tri-color print cartridge. ● For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper. ● Open the file in a software program such as
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    includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow these instructions. 1. Open the photo in a software program that allows editing, such as HP Photosmart software. 2. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 3. Click the Printing
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    areas or red eye, or have colors that appear washed out. You can also set photo fix to Off if you prefer to edit the image manually in a software program such as HP Photosmart software. To change the HP Real Life technologies photo fix setting 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the
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    right side of the print cartridge cradle. Note To learn how to install a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. To protect a print cartridge when it is not in the printer, follow these storage guidelines. To use the photo print cartridge 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click
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    A digital camera that supports Exif Print ● Exif Print-enabled photo software, such as HP Photosmart software To print Exif Print-enhanced photos 1. Open the photo in an Exif Print-enabled software program that allows editing, such as HP Photosmart software. 2. Open the Printer Properties dialog box
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    and family If you performed the default typical installation of the printer software, you also installed the HP Photosmart software. If you have installed HP Photosmart software, see the HP Photosmart software help to learn about how you can use the software to easily select and share images by
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    with printing tips. Printer software: Learn about the printer software. Print e-mail Guidelines guide all the way to the left. 3. Place plain paper in the right side of the input tray. The side to be printed on should face down. 4. Push the paper into the printer until it stops. 30 HP Deskjet
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    5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. paper into the printer until it stops. Note Depending on the paper size, the paper might extend over the edge of the tray. HP Photosmart Software Help 31
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    Chapter 8 5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts face down and point toward the printer. 4. Push the paper into the printer until it stops. 32 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Printer Properties dialog box. Print envelopes Guidelines ● Avoid using envelopes that have the following features: - Clasps or windows the input tray. 2. Slide the paper guide all the way to the left. 3.
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    the paper guide firmly against the edge of the envelopes. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box printer. 4. Push the cards into the printer until they stop. 5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the cards. 6. Lower the output tray. 34 HP Deskjet
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    right side of the input tray. The side to be printed on should face down and the short edge should point toward the printer. 4. Push the cards into the printer until they stop. 5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the cards. 6. Lower the output tray. HP Photosmart Software Help 35
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    the printer. 4. Push the cards into the printer until they stop. 5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the cards. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Properties learn about the features that appear in the Printer Properties dialog box. 36 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    paper guide firmly against the edge of the sheets. 7. Lower the output tray. Print Note If your software program includes a label printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog
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    paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Features tab, and then specify the print settings in the order shown below: - Size: 5x7in. - Paper Type: Click More, click Specialty Papers, and then click HP CD
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    Printer Properties dialog box. Print transparencies Guidelines ● For great results, use HP Premium Inkjet Transparency guide firmly against the edge of the transparencies. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Properties Printer Properties dialog box. HP Photosmart Software Help 39
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    ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. For more information, see Ink-backup mode. ● Open the file in a software select an appropriate HP inkjet paper. - Orientation: Portrait or Landscape - Size: An appropriate paper size - Two-sided printing: Manual For more
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    use HP Greeting guide firmly against the edge of the cards. 7. Lower the output tray. Print Note If your software program includes a greeting card printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer
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    down. 4. Push the paper into the printer until it stops. 5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. 42 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    's This? help to learn about the features that appear in the Printer Properties dialog box. Print posters Guidelines ● For poster printing, sections sheets of paper. Prepare to print 1. Raise the output tray. 2. Slide the paper guide all the way to the left. 3. Place plain paper in the right side of
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    Chapter 8 5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 6. Lower the output tray. Print 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Features tab, and then specify paper from the input tray. 2. Slide the paper guide all the way to the left. 44 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 6. Lower the output tray. Print Note If your software program includes an iron-on transfer printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties
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    . ● Print a two-sided document. ● Use HP Everyday Photo Paper to save money and ink when printing photos. Enhance the quality of printouts ● with print settings that you use often. The printer software has several specially designed printing shortcuts that are HP Premium 46 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    Inkjet Transparency Film, and then HP shortcuts cannot be deleted. Fast/Economical printing Use Fast/Economical printing to produce draft-quality printouts quickly. To use Fast/Economical printing 1. Open the Printer , including: ● Letters ● Brochures ● Transparencies HP Photosmart Software Help 47
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    of ink. ● printer software displays the print resolution in dots per inch (dpi). The dpi varies according to the paper type and print quality that you select in the printer software. To view the print resolution 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Features tab. 48 HP Deskjet
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    amount of disk space. Note If a photo print cartridge is also installed, the print quality is enhanced. A photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is not included with the HP Deskjet. To print in Maximum dpi mode 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Features tab
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    a custom paper size 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. printer software automatically resizes the document text and images to fit on the printed page. To print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper 1. Open the Printer Resize a document Use the printer software to print a document that
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    . To preview a printed document 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Features or the Color tab. 3. Select the Show preview click Manually. 5. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. HP Photosmart Software
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    Click the Features tab. 3. In the Two-sided printing drop-down list, click Manual. 4. Select the following check boxes: - Flip Pages Up - Preserve Layout 5. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. 52 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    6. After the odd-numbered pages have been printed, reload the printed pages, with the printed side facing up according to the document orientation, portrait or landscape. Portrait Landscape 7. Click Continue to print the even-numbered pages. HP Photosmart Software Help 53
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    . ● View the Ink Status window for the approximate ink level of each print cartridge. ● Download printer software updates for the latest features and improvements. Make the HP Deskjet the default printer You can set the HP Deskjet as the default printer to use from any software program. This means
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    then click OK. Printer Properties dialog box The printer is controlled by software that is installed on your computer. Use the printer software, also known as the printer driver, to change the print settings for a document. To change the print settings, open the Printer Properties dialog box. Note
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    computer is displayed. 2. Highlight the printer name, and then right-click to display a list of options. 3. Click Properties. The Printer Properties dialog box is displayed. 4. Click the Device Settings tab. 5. For Display Ink Status Window, click On, and then click OK. 56 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    the printer software installed, a software update is displayed in the HP Software Update window. 4. If a software update is available, select the check box beside the update name. 5. Click Install. 6. Follow the onscreen instructions. Download HP Photosmart software Installing the printer software
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    the correct print cartridges for your printer, and then install them in the print cartridge cradle. ● Print cartridge combinations ● Selection numbers ● Ink-backup mode ● Installation instructions Print cartridge combinations For printing most documents, use the tri-color print cartridge and the
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    instructions To install a print cartridge 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Load Letter or A4 plain, white paper in the paper tray. 3. Open the printer cover. 4. Wait until the print cartridge cradle moves to the right side of the printer and is idle and quiet. HP Photosmart Software
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    toward the printer. 1 Remove plastic tape Caution Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. They are required electrical contacts. 60 HP Deskjet D4100
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    white paper in the paper tray. 2. Open the printer Toolbox. 3. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 4. Click Align, and then follow the onscreen instructions. The HP Deskjet prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the printer. Recycle or discard the test page. Automatically
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    paper in the paper tray. 2. Verify that both a black and a tri-color print cartridge are installed in the printer. 3. Open the printer Toolbox. 4. Click Print Quality Calibration. 5. Click Continue, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Print a test page You can print a test page to view the
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    dried ink from the exterior 1. Turn off the HP Deskjet, and then disconnect the power cord. 2. Wipe the outside of the HP Deskjet with a soft cloth that has been lightly moistened with water. Caution Do not use any type of cleaning solution. Household cleaners and detergents might damage the printer
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    this process until no ink residue or dust appears on the swab. 4. Insert the print cartridges in the HP Deskjet, and then close the cover. For more information, see Installation instructions. Maintain print cartridges Use these tips to maintain and store HP print cartridges and to ensure consistent
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    (15° to 35° C or 59° to 95° F). ● Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer. If the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridge, do not attempt to reattach it. Reattaching the tape damages the print
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    cartridges ● Calibrate print quality ● Clean the print cartridges ● Print a test page ● View estimated ink levels To open the printer Toolbox 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Features tab, and then click the Printer services button. The Toolbox is displayed. 66 HP Deskjet
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    ● Paper problems ● Printer is stalled ● Print cartridge problems ● Photos do not print correctly ● Front USB port problems ● Print quality is poor ● Document is misprinted ● Problems with borderless documents ● HP Photosmart Express software is not installed ● Error messages ● Printer lights are on
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    This is not a problem if you are using Windows 2000. If you are using Windows 2000 and this message is displayed, you can continue with the software installation. To resolve the problem 1. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the printer. 3. Wait approximately
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    cartridges and Installation instructions. ● The paper or other media is correctly loaded in the paper tray. ● The printer cover is closed. ● The rear access door is attached. Check the printer lights The printer lights indicate the printer status and alert you to potential problems. HP Photosmart
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    restart the print service. To resolve a print job that is stalled in the queue 1. For Windows 2000, click Start, click Settings, and then click Printers. For Windows XP, click Start, and then click Printers and Faxes. 2. Double-click the name of the HP Deskjet printer. 3. Click the Printer menu, and
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    click Start to restart the print service. 4. Click OK to close the window. If the printer still does not print 1. Select the topic below that best describes the problem: - Paper jam - Out-of-paper message - Printer ejects paper - Printer is stalled 2. If the printer still does not print, shut down
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    document and the Resume light is flashing, you might be trying to print a borderless document with only the black print cartridge installed. When printing a borderless document, always have the tri-color print cartridge and a black or photo print cartridge installed. 72 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    the paper guide so printer does not start printing again, raise the printer cover, and then disconnect the power cable from the back of the printer. Caution First, check for any loose or broken parts in the printer. If you find loose or broken parts, go to www.hp.com/support. HP Photosmart Software
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    . If the light still flashes, repeat the steps. Print cartridge problems ● Incorrect print cartridge ● Print cartridge is faulty or not installed properly ● "Printing in ink-backup mode" message ● "Print cartridge is in the wrong slot" message Incorrect print cartridge The printer can only print
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    information, see Installation instructions. 6. Close the printer cover. If the Resume light is not flashing, then the problem is solved. If the Resume light is flashing, visit HP Technical Support at www.hp.com/support. Print cartridge is faulty or not installed properly The printer cannot print if
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    the print cartridges. 3. Reprint the photo. 4. If colors continue to appear tinted or incorrect, open the Printer Properties dialog box, click the Color tab, and then click the More color options button. 5. Adjust the colors by using the More color options dialog box. 76 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    on a photo If light or dark horizontal lines appear on photos, follow this procedure: 1. Clean the print cartridges. 2. Reprint the photo. 3. If horizontal lines still occur, perform a print quality calibration. A black and a tri-color print cartridge must be installed for print quality calibration
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    a photo print cartridge and a tri-color print cartridge in the printer. ● Open the Printer Properties dialog box, click the Features tab, and then set the Print Quality to Maximum dpi. Front USB port problems ● Images in a connected digital camera do not print ● Front USB port lights are flashing
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    print Streaks and missing lines If your printed pages are missing lines or dots or if streaks appear, the print cartridges might be low on ink or might need to be cleaned. For more information, see View estimated ink levels and Automatically clean print cartridges. HP Photosmart Software Help 79
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    ink, consider replacing the print cartridge. For the correct part numbers, see the reference guide that came with the printer. ● Verify that a black print cartridge is installed. If the black text and images on your printouts are faded, you might be printing with only the tri-color print cartridge
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    . Select the appropriate print settings within the software program. Problems with borderless documents ● Borderless printing guidelines ● Streaks appear in a light portion of a photo ● Horizontal lines appear on a photo ● Image is printed at an angle ● Ink smears HP Photosmart Software Help 81
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    under Print in Grayscale on the Color tab. ● Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer when printing borderless documents. For more information, see Ink-backup mode. Streaks appear in a light portion of a photo If streaks appear
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    color print cartridge must be installed for print quality calibration. 4. Reprint the photo. Image is printed at an angle Verify that no problem paper guide fits firmly against the edge of the paper. 4. Follow loading instructions for the paper type. Ink smears Follow these guidelines if ink smears
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    print cartridge and a tri-color print cartridge in the printer. ● Open the Printer Properties dialog box, click the Features tab, and then set the Print Quality to Maximum dpi. Photo has an unwanted border ● For most paper types ● For photo paper with a tear-off tab 84 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    Align the print cartridges. ● Open the Printer Properties dialog printer. ● Verify that no problem exists with the source image. For example, if you are printing a scanned image, verify that the image was not crooked when it was scanned. ● Verify that the software application you are using supports
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    problem with a print cartridge, follow the instructions in Print cartridge is faulty or not installed properly to resolve the problem. "Print cartridge carriage is stalled" message If the printer stalls while you are printing a document, follow the instructions in Printer is stalled. 86 HP Deskjet
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    slot" message If you receive this error message, the print cartridge is installed in the wrong side of the print cartridge cradle. Follow the instructions in "Print cartridge is in the wrong slot" message to resolve the problem. "Printing in ink-backup mode" message If you receive this error message
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    Chapter 12 1 Power light 2 Resume light Power light is flashing 1 Power light If the Power light is flashing, the printer is preparing to print. The light stops flashing when the printer has received all data. 88 HP Deskjet D4100 series
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    . 4. Reconnect the printer power cord to the electrical outlet. 5. Press the Power button to turn on the printer. Front USB port lights are flashing If the front USB port lights are flashing, follow these instructions. Document prints slowly Multiple software programs are open The computer resources
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    . For more information, see Ink-backup mode. To increase the print speed, use two print cartridges in the printer. Printer software is outdated Outdated printer software might be installed. For information about updating the printer software, see Download printer software updates. Computer does not
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    following features: - Fast access to qualified online support specialists - Software and driver updates for your HP Deskjet - Valuable HP Deskjet and troubleshooting information for common problems - Proactive device updates, support alerts, and HP newsgrams that are available when you register your
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    the phone support period, help is available from HP at an additional cost. Help may also be available at the HP online support Web site: www.hp.com/support. Contact your HP dealer or call the support phone number for your country/region to learn more about support options. 92 HP Deskjet D4100
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    supplies with your HP Deskjet. Paper To order media such as HP Premium Paper, HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film, or HP Greeting Cards, go to www.hp.com. Choose your country/region, and then click Buy or Online Shopping. USB cables C6518A HP USB A-B 2-meter cable HP Photosmart Software Help 93
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    x 459 mm wide x 480 mm deep (5.67 inches high x 18.07 inches wide x 18.90 inches deep) Printer weight (without print cartridges): 3.462 kg (7.635 lbs) Software compatibility Windows compatible (98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP) Memory .5 MB of integrated memory Minimum system requirements Operating system
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    visit: www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/ HP inkjet supplies recycling program HP is committed to protecting the environment. The HP Inkjet Supplies Recycling Program is available in many countries/regions, and lets you recycle used print cartridges and ink cartridges free of
  • HP D4160 | User Guide - Microsoft Windows 2000 - Page 98
    the product power off, then disconnecting the end of the product power cord from the electrical Hewlett-Packard Company, 3000 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304, (650) 857-1501. LED indicator statement The display LEDs meet the requirements of EN 60825-1. Notice to users in Korea 96 HP Deskjet
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    VCCI (Class B) compliance statement for users in Japan HP Photosmart Software Help 97
  • HP D4160 | User Guide - Microsoft Windows 2000 - Page 100
    printing 35 Hewlett-Packard Company notices 2 HP Photosmart software downloading 57 I incorrect print cartridge 74 index card printing 36 Ink Status window 56 ink, removing ink from skin and clothing 63 ink-backup mode 16 input tray 12 installation program stops 67 installing print cartridges 58
  • HP D4160 | User Guide - Microsoft Windows 2000 - Page 101
    27 settings 55 sharing photos with family and friends 29 T terms and conventions in manual 2 test page, printing 62 Toolbox 66 transparency printing 39 troubleshooting all lights are flashing 89 borderless printing guidelines 82 borderless printing problems 81 HP Photosmart Software Help 99
  • HP D4160 | User Guide - Microsoft Windows 2000 - Page 102
    83 incorrect print cartridge 74 ink smears 83 installation program stops 67 misprinted document 80 multiple pages print at once 73 out-of-paper message 73 paper jam 71 parts of the document are missing or in wrong place 81 photo printing problems 76 poor print quality 79 Power light is flashing 88
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