HP PSC 1400 All-in-One series User Guide
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HP PSC 1400 All-in-One series User Guide
Contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 User Guide HP All-in-One overview........................................................................................3 The HP All-in-One at a glance ...............................................................................3 Control panel overview ..........................................................................................4 Status light overview ..............................................................................................
Device update ......................................................................................................42 10 Get HP support ..................................................................................................43 Get support and other information from the Internet ............................................43 Warranty support .................................................................................................43 HP customer support ......................................
1 HP All-in-One overview HP All-in-One overview Many HP All-in-One functions can be accessed directly, without turning on your computer. Tasks such as making a copy or printing can be accomplished quickly and easily from your HP All-in-One. This chapter describes the HP All-in-One hardware features, control-panel functions, and how to access the HP Image Zone software. Tip You can do more with your HP All-in-One by using the HP Image Zone or HP Solution Center software installed on your computer.
HP All-in-One overview Chapter 1 Control panel overview 1 On / Resume button: Turns the power on or off. In certain situations (for example, after clearing a paper jam), this button resumes printing. 2 Check Paper light: Indicates the need to load paper or remove a paper jam. 3 Check Print Cartridge light: Indicates the need to reinsert the print cartridge, replace the print cartridge, or close the print-carriage access door. 4 Cancel button: Stops a job, exit a menu, or exit settings.
On light 2 Check Paper light 3 Check Print Cartridge light 4 Size lights 5 Paper Type lights HP All-in-One overview 1 Description Off Off Off Both off Both off The device is turned off. Off Off Off 1 On, 1 On, 1 Off 1 Off The device is processing a job, such as print, scan copy, or alignment. Off 1 On, The device is busy.
Chapter 1 HP All-in-One overview (continued) Description Blinking Blinking Blinking Both blinking Both blinking The device has a fatal error. Use the HP Image Zone to do more with your HP All-inOne The HP Image Zone software is installed on your computer when you set up your HP All-in-One. For further information, see the Setup Guide that came with your device. The entry point for the software varies by operating system (OS).
● Connection information Your HP All-in-One comes with a USB port so you can connect directly to a computer using a USB cable. You can also share your printer with up to five computers over an existing Ethernet network using a Windows computer or a Mac as a print server. The computer to which the HP All-in-One is directly connected has access to all of its features. The other computers can only print. Connect using a USB cable You can connect one computer using a USB cable.
Chapter 1 HP All-in-One overview referred to as a client, can only print. All other functions must be performed on the host computer. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 8 On the host computer and all computers who want to use the printer, select System Preferences in the Dock. Select Sharing. From the Services tab, click the Printer Sharing box. From the View menu, select Print & Fax. Select the printer model in the Selected printer in Print Dialog menu. Click the Share my printers with other computers box.
2 Load originals and load paper This chapter provides instructions for loading originals on the glass to copy or scan, choosing the best paper type for your job, loading paper in the paper tray, and avoiding paper jams. Load an original You can copy or scan up to letter- or A4-size originals by loading them on the glass. 1. Lift the lid and place your original face down on the left front corner of the glass. 2. Close the lid.
Chapter 2 Load originals and load paper Avoid these papers in your HP All-in-One ● Paper that is too thin, has a slick texture, or that stretches easily ● Highly textured stock, such as linen (it might not print evenly, and the ink can bleed into these papers) ● Multi-part forms, such as duplicate and triplicate forms (they can wrinkle or get stuck and the ink is more likely to smear) ● Envelopes with clasps or windows (they can get stuck in the rollers and they can cause paper jams) ● Banner paper In add
Note 2 Do not push the paper in too far. This might cause the HP All-inOne to select several pieces of paper at once. Tip If you are using letterhead, insert the top of the page first with the print side down. For more help on loading full-size paper and letterhead, refer to the diagram engraved in the base of the paper tray. 4. Squeeze and hold the tab on the top of the paper-width guide, then slide the paper-width guide inward until it stops at the edge of the paper.
Chapter 2 Load envelopes, postcards, and Hagaki You can load envelopes, postcards, or Hagaki into the paper tray. Load originals and load paper For the best results, set the paper type and size before printing or copying. For more information, see the onscreen HP Image Zone Help. Tip You cannot copy onto plain, small-size paper, only photo paper. You must print onto plain postcards, plain Hagaki, and envelopes.
Paper Tips HP papers ● ● HP Premium Paper: Locate the gray arrow on the nonprinting side of the paper, and then slide the paper into the paper tray with the arrow side facing up. HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film: Insert the film so that the white transparency strip (with arrows and the HP logo) is on top and is going into the paper tray first. (For printing from a software application only.
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3 Use the copy features The HP All-in-One allows you to produce high-quality color and black-and-white copies on a variety of paper types. You can enlarge or reduce the size of an original to fit a specific paper size, adjust the copy quality, and make high-quality copies of photos, including borderless copies. Tip Copies made from the control panel are automatically made using Best quality. Set the copy paper type You can set the paper type for copying to either Plain or Photo. Plain 1. 2. 3.
Chapter 3 (continued) Paper type Control panel setting Glossy Hagaki Photo Increase copy speed or quality Copies from the control panel are automatically made using Best quality. For more options on copy speed and quality, use the HP Image Zone software. You can make a Fast copy using the instructions below. Fast copies faster with comparable quality text, but the graphics quality might be lower. Fast copies use less ink and extend the life of your print cartridges.
Make a borderless copy of a photo For the best quality when copying a photo, load photo paper in the paper tray and then use the Paper Type button to select Photo. Tip You can only copy onto full-size or 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) photo paper using the control panel. To copy onto other sizes use the HP Image Zone software. Photo 1. Fit to Page Start Copy Color Load 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) tabbed photo paper in the paper tray. Note To make a borderless copy, you must use tabbed photo paper. 2. 3. 4.
Chapter 3 Tip You can also use Fit to Page to enlarge a small photo to fit within the printable area of a full-size page. In order to do this without changing the proportions of the original or cropping the edges, the HP All-in-One might leave an uneven amount of white space around the edges of the paper. Note The HP All-in-One has a maximum enlargement capability. It may be unable to enlarge a very small original to fill an entire full-size page. Fit to Page 1. 2. 3.
4 Print from your computer The HP All-in-One can be used with any software application that allows printing. The instructions vary slightly depending on whether you are printing from a Windows PC or a Mac. In addition to the printing capabilities described in this chapter, you can print special print jobs; such as borderless prints and newsletters, as well use scanned images in printing projects in the HP Image Zone.
Chapter 4 Make the HP All-in-One the default printer You can set the HP All-in-One as the default printer to use from any software application. This means that the HP All-in-One is automatically selected in the printer list when you select Print from the File menu in a software application. Windows 9x or 2000 1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start, point to Settings, and then click Printers. 2. Right-click the HP All-in-One icon, and click Set as default printer. Windows XP 1.
5 Use the scan features ● ● ● ● Scan text from an article into your word processor and quote it in a report. Using OCR software is an art that takes time and practice to master. For more information, see the documentation that came with your OCR software. Print business cards and brochures by scanning a logo and using it in your publishing software. Send photos to friends and relatives by scanning your favorite prints and including them in e-mail messages.
Chapter 5 Scan The HP Image Zone has many tools that you can use to edit your scanned image. You can improve the overall image quality by adjusting the brightness, sharpness, color tone, or saturation. You can also crop, straighten, rotate, or resize the image. When the scanned image looks just the way you want it, you can open it in another application, send it through e-mail, save it to a file, or print it. For more information on using the HP Image Zone, see the onscreen HP Image Zone Help.
6 Use HP Instant Share HP Instant Share makes it easy to share photos with family and friends. Using the HP Image Zone software installed on your computer, select one or more photos to share, select a destination for your photos, and then send the photos. You can even upload your photos to an online photo album or an online photo finishing service. Availability of services varies by country/region.
Chapter 6 Send images using the HP Image Zone software (Windows) 1. Double-click the HP Image Zone icon on your desktop. 2. Select one or more images from the folder(s) in which they are stored. Note Use the HP Image Zone image editing tools to edit your images and achieve the results you want. For more information on selecting images and using the editing tools, see the onscreen HP Image Zone Help. 3. 4. Use HP Instant Share 5. Click the HP Instant Share tab.
Note If you have not previously set up HP Instant Share, click I need an HP Passport account on the Sign in with HP Passport screen.
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7 Order supplies You can order recommended types of HP paper and print cartridges online from the HP website. ● ● ● Order paper, transparency film, or other media Order print cartridges Order other supplies Order paper, transparency film, or other media To order media such as HP Premium Paper, HP Premium Plus Photo Paper, or HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film go to www.hp.com.
Chapter 7 choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for information on calling for technical support. Country/Region Number for ordering Asia Pacific (except for Japan) 65 272 5300 Australia 131047 Europe +49 180 5 290220 (Germany) +44 870 606 9081 (U.K.) 0800 441 147 South Africa +27 (0)11 8061030 U.S.
8 Maintain your HP All-in-One The HP All-in-One requires little maintenance. Sometimes you might want to clean the glass and lid backing to remove surface dust and ensure that your copies and scans remain clear. You will also need to replace, align, or clean your print cartridges occasionally. This chapter provides instructions for keeping your HP All-in-One in top working condition. Perform these simple maintenance procedures as necessary.
Chapter 8 Tip You can also print a self-test report to see if your print cartridges might need to be replaced. For more information, see Print a self-test report. To check the ink levels from the HP Solution Center (Windows) 1. 2. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings, point to Print Settings, and then click Printer Toolbox. Click the Estimated Ink Level tab. The estimated ink levels for the print cartridges appear. To check the ink levels from the HP Image Zone software (Mac) 1. 2. 3.
replace the print cartridges when you see faded text or if you experience print quality issues related to the print cartridges. For information on checking the ink levels from the HP Solution Center or the HP Image Zone, see Check the estimated ink levels. To find out the reorder number for all the print cartridges that your HP All-in-One supports, see Order print cartridges. To order print cartridges for your HP All-in-One, go to www.hp.com. ❑ Make sure the HP All-in-One is on and paper is loaded.
Chapter 8 ❑ ❑ Slide the new print cartridge forward at a slight upward angle into the empty slot. Using your thumb, push the print cartridge forward until it clicks into place. Close the print-carriage access door. An alignment sheet will print. ❑ Place the alignment sheet on the left front corner of the glass with the top of the page to the left and press the Scan button. Note If you remove and reinstall the same print cartridge, the HP All-in-One will not align the print cartridges.
Clean the print cartridges Use this feature of your HP Image Zone software when the self-test report shows streaking or white lines through any of the lines of color. Do not clean print cartridges unnecessarily, as this wastes ink and shortens the life of the print cartridges. If copy or print quality still seems poor after you clean the print cartridges, try cleaning the print cartridge contacts before replacing the affected print cartridge.
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Troubleshooting information 9 Troubleshooting information This chapter contains limited troubleshooting information for the HP All-in-One. For more troubleshooting information, see the onscreen HP Image Zone Help file that came with your software. Many issues are caused when the HP All-in-One is connected to the computer using a USB cable before the HP All-in-One software is installed on the computer. To resolve this problem, you must follow these steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Troubleshooting information Chapter 9 Hardware setup troubleshooting Use this section to solve any problems you might encounter while setting up the HP All-in-One hardware. My HP All-in-One does not turn on Solution Make sure the power cord is firmly connected, and wait a few seconds for the HP All-in-One to turn on. Also, if the HP All-in-One is plugged in to a power strip, make sure the power strip is turned on.
Troubleshooting information 1 Copper-colored contacts 2 Plastic tape with pink pull tab (must be removed before installing) 3 Ink nozzles under tape Reinsert the print cartridges and verify that they are fully inserted and locked in place. Cause The contacts on the print cartridge are not touching the contacts in the print carriage. Solution Remove and then reinsert the print cartridges. Verify that they are fully inserted and locked in place. Cause The print cartridge or sensor is defective.
Troubleshooting information Chapter 9 ● ● ● ● Check the print queue (under Start, Settings, then Printers and Faxes) to verify that the printer does not have an error document or is not offline or paused. Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information. Check the USB cable. Try connecting it to another product to see if the USB cable works. If you experience problems, the USB cable might need to be replaced. Check other printers or scanners.
When I insert the CD-ROM into my computer’s CD-ROM drive, nothing happens Solution Double-click My Computer, double-click the CD-ROM icon, and then doubleclick setup.exe. The minimum system checks screen appears Solution Click Details, and then correct the problem before attempting to install the software. A red X appears on the USB connect prompt Solution Normally, a green check appears indicating that the plug and play is successful. A red X indicates that the plug and play failed. Do the following: 1. 2.
Troubleshooting information Chapter 9 Uninstall and reinstall the software If your installation is incomplete, or if you connected the USB cable to the computer before being prompted by the software installation screen, you might need to uninstall and then reinstall the software. Do not simply delete the HP All-in-One program files from your hard drive. Make sure to remove them using these instructions. A reinstall can take from 20 to 40 minutes for both Windows and Mac computers.
The 1400 series Troubleshooting section in the HP Image Zone Help contains troubleshooting tips for some of the most common issues associated with your HP All-in-One. To access the troubleshooting information from a Windows computer, go to the HP Solution Center, click Help, and then choose Troubleshooting and Support. Troubleshooting is also available through the Help button that appears on some error messages.
Troubleshooting information Chapter 9 5. If you are still experiencing problems with printing, determine which print cartridge is causing the problem and replace it. For more information on these topics, see Maintain your HP All-in-One. Device update Several means are provided to update your HP All-in-One. Each involves downloading a file to your computer to start the Device Update Wizard.
10 Get HP support Hewlett-Packard provides Internet and phone support for your HP All-in-One. This chapter provides information on how to get support from the Internet, contact HP customer support, access your serial number and service ID, call in North America during warranty, call HP Korea customer support, call elsewhere in the world, call Australia post-warranty, and prepare your HP All-in-One for shipment.
Chapter 10 c. 2. 3. 4. The recommended paper is properly loaded in the paper tray. Reset your HP All-in-One: a. Turn off the HP All-in-One by pressing the On button. b. Unplug the power cord from the back of the HP All-in-One. c. Plug the power cord back into the HP All-in-One. d. Turn on the HP All-in-One by pressing the On button. For more information, go to www.hp.com/support. This website offers technical support, drivers, supplies, and ordering information.
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Chapter 10 4. 5. Place the print cartridges in a print cartridge protector or an airtight plastic container so they will not dry out, and put them aside. Do not send them with the HP All-in-One unless the HP customer support call agent instructs you to. Close the print-carriage access door and wait a few minutes for the print carriage to move back to its home position (on the left side). Note Make sure the print carriage has returned to its parked position before turning off the HP All-in-One. 6. 7.
HP product Duration of limited warranty Software 90 days Print cartridges Until the HP ink is depleted or the “end of warranty” date printed on the cartridge has been reached, whichever occurs first. This warranty does not cover HP ink products that have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with. Accessories 1 year Printer peripheral hardware (see the following for details) 1 year User Guide 47 Get HP support A. Extent of limited warranty 1.
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11 Technical information The technical specifications and international regulatory information for your HP All-in-One are provided in this section. This chapter provides information on system requirements for Windows and Mac; paper, print, copy, memory card, specifications for scan, physical, power, and environmental concerns; regulatory notices; and the declaration of conformity. System requirements Software system requirements are located in the Readme file.
Chapter 11 (continued) Type Size A4: 210 x 297 mm A5: 148 x 210 mm Executive: 184.2 x 266.7 mm (7.25 x 10.5 inches) Legal: 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches) Envelopes U.S. #10: 105 x 241 mm (4.125 x 9.5 inches) U.S. #9: 98 x 225 mm (3.9 x 8.9 inches) A2: 111 x 146 mm (4.4 x 5.8 inches) DL: 110 x 220 mm (4.3 x 8.7 inches) C6: 114 x 162 mm (4.5 x 6.4 inches) Transparency film Letter: 216 x 279 mm (8.
● ● ● ● ● Method: drop-on-demand thermal inkjet Language: LIDIL (lightweight imaging device interface language) Print speeds vary according to the complexity of the document Duty cycle: 500 printed pages per month (average) Duty cycle: 5000 printed pages per month (maximum) Mode Resolution (dpi) Max DPI Best Normal Fast Normal Fast 1 Speed (ppm) Black 4800 x 1200 optimized DPI 0.12 Color 4800 x 1200 optimized DPI 0.12 Black 1200 x 1200 0.92 Color 1200 x 1200 up to 4800 dpi optimized 0.
Chapter 11 ● ● Color: 36-bit color, 8-bit grayscale (256 levels of gray) Maximum scan size from glass: 21.6 x 29.7 cm (8.5 x 11.7 inches) Physical specifications ● ● ● ● Height: 16.97 cm (7.0 inches) Width: 44 cm (16.8 inches) Depth: 25.9 cm (10.2 inches) Weight: 4.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered service mark of the U.S. EPA. As an ENERGY STAR partner, HP has determined that this product meets ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. For more information on ENERGY STAR guidelines, go to the following website: www.energystar.gov Paper use This product is suited for the use of recycled paper according to DIN 19309.
Chapter 11 Regulatory notices The HP All-in-One meets product requirements from regulatory agencies in your country/region. This section provides information on the regulatory model identification number for your HP All-inOne; an FCC statement; and separate notices to users in Australia and Korea. Regulatory model identification number For regulatory identification purposes, your product is assigned a Regulatory Model Number. The Regulatory Model Number for your product is SDGOB-0401-02.
Note à l’attention des utilisateurs Canadien/notice to users in Canada Le présent appareil numérique n‘émet pas de bruit radioélectrique dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
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Index Symbols/Numerics 10 x 15 cm photo paper load 11 4 x 6 inch photo paper load 11 A A4 paper load 10 align print cartridges 32 B borderless copies 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) photo 17 C cancel copy 18 print job 20 scan 22 cancel button 4 cartridges.
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Declaration of conformity (European Economic Area) The Declaration of Conformity in this document complies with ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014. It identifies the product, manufacturer’s name and address, and applicable specifications recognized in the European community.
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