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HP 3000

HP 3000
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HP Color LaserJet 3000/3600/3800 Series printers
User Guide
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HP 3000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print technologyLaser
Internal memory64 MB
Maximum resolution1200 x 1200 dpi
Standard printer languagesPCL 5e, PCL 6, PostScript 3
Duplex printingStandard
Maximum output capacity150 sheets
Print media sizesA4, A5, B5, Legal, Letter, Envelopes
ConnectivityUSB 2.0, Ethernet
Operating System CompatibilityMac OS

Summary

Printer basics

Quick access to printer information

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing and setting up the printer.

Printers at a glance

Details configurations and features of the HP Color LaserJet 3000, 3600, and 3800 Series printers.

Features at a glance

Compares key features across HP Color LaserJet 3000, 3600, and 3800 Series printer models.

Walkaround

Identifies the locations and names of key printer components through illustrations.

Printer software

Describes the printing-system software, including end-user and administrator software and drivers.

Print-media specifications

Details supported media types, sizes, and their specifications for optimal printing results.

Control panel

Control-panel overview

Explains the printer's control panel, its buttons, lights, and display functions.

Using the control-panel menus

Provides instructions on how to navigate and use the printer's control panel menus.

Retrieve Job menu

Allows printing or deleting stored jobs from the control panel on supported printers.

Information menu

Accesses and prints specific printer information, such as configuration and status.

Paper Handling menu

Configures printer trays by size and type for correct media handling.

Configure Device menu

Adjusts default print settings, print quality, and system configuration.

Diagnostics menu

Runs tests to help identify and solve printer problems.

Changing printer control-panel configuration settings

Modifies default printer settings like tray, sleep delay, personality, and jam recovery.

Using the printer control panel in shared environments

Provides guidelines for successful printer operation when shared among multiple users.

IO configuration

USB configuration

Details connecting the printer via USB, including port locations and cable connection.

Network configuration

Explains how to configure network parameters like IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

Printing tasks

Controlling print jobs

Explains how printer drivers affect media selection based on Source, Type, and Size settings.

Selecting print media

Guides on using various paper types and other print media with the printer.

Configuring trays

Instructions for configuring printer trays by type and size for optimal media handling.

Automatic media type sensing (auto sense mode)

Describes how the printer automatically classifies media types for optimal sensing.

Using features in the Windows printer driver

Details on utilizing printer driver features like quick sets, watermarks, and paper settings.

Using features in the Macintosh printer driver

Explains printer driver features for Mac OS X, including presets and cover pages.

Printing on special media

Provides guidelines for printing on special media like transparencies, glossy paper, and labels.

Using 2-sided (duplex) printing

Explains how to perform automatic and manual 2-sided printing for supported models.

Managing special printing situations

Covers printing with different media types, custom sizes, and managing print requests.

Managing stored jobs

Details on storing, printing, and deleting print jobs from the printer's hard drive.

Managing memory

Information on printer memory, including installation and configuration of DIMMs.

Managing the printer

Using printer information pages

Describes how to print pages providing printer and configuration details from the control panel.

Configuring e-mail alerts

Explains how to set up the system to alert you of printer problems via e-mail.

Using the embedded Web server

Details accessing and using the embedded Web server for printer status and management.

Using the HP Easy Printer Care Software

Describes the HP Easy Printer Care Software for checking status, supplies, and troubleshooting.

Using the HP Printer Utility for Macintosh

Guides on using the HP Printer Utility to configure and maintain printers on Mac OS X.

Color

Using color

Explains automatic color features, HP ImageREt technology, and color options.

Managing color

Covers adjusting color options, printing in grayscale, and manual color adjustments.

Matching colors

Discusses factors influencing color matching and methods like sample book color matching.

Maintenance

Managing supplies

Guidance on using, storing, and monitoring print cartridges for quality output.

Replacing supplies and parts

Instructions and guidelines for replacing printer supplies and parts.

Cleaning the printer

Procedures for cleaning the printer to prevent print-quality problems like toner specks.

Problem solving

Basic troubleshooting checklist

A checklist to help identify the cause of printer problems.

Control-panel message types

Describes four types of control-panel messages indicating printer status or problems.

Control-panel messages

Lists and describes specific control-panel messages and recommended actions.

Jams

Illustrations and information for troubleshooting and clearing jams within the printer.

Common causes of jams

Identifies common reasons for paper jams and provides solutions.

Clearing jams

Step-by-step procedures for clearing jams in various printer locations.

Paper-handling problems

Troubleshooting common issues related to paper feeding and output.

Troubleshooting-information pages

Describes how to print diagnostic pages to help identify printer problems.

Printer response problems

Addresses issues where the printer is on but not printing or not receiving data.

Printer control-panel problems

Troubleshooting common issues with the printer's control panel settings and display.

Color-printing problems

Solutions for issues like printing black instead of color or incorrect hues.

Incorrect printer output

Addresses problems with fonts, symbol sets, text alignment, and erratic characters.

Macintosh problems

Troubleshooting specific issues encountered when using Mac OS V9.x or Mac OS X.

Software program problems

Resolves issues related to software selections, fonts, colors, and driver recognition.

Print-quality troubleshooting

Guides for diagnosing print quality issues related to media, environment, and toner buildup.

Appendix A Supplies and accessories

Parts and supplies

Lists available spare parts and supplies, including part numbers and types.

Ordering by using the embedded Web server

Steps to order printing supplies directly through the printer's embedded Web server.

Appendix B Service and support

Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement

Details the limited warranty for HP hardware, accessories, and software.

Print cartridge, transfer unit, and fuser limited warranty statement

Specifies the limited warranty for print cartridges, transfer units, and fusers.

HP maintenance agreements

Outlines available maintenance agreements like on-site service and extended warranty.

Repacking the printer

Provides procedures for safely repacking the printer for moving or shipping.

Appendix C Printer specifications

Physical specifications

Provides physical dimensions and weight for different printer models.

Electrical specifications

Details power requirements and recommended circuit capacity for various voltage models.

Power-consumption specifications

Lists average power consumption in watts for different operating modes.

Acoustic specifications

Provides sound power and pressure level data declared per ISO 9296 standards.

Operating-environment specifications

Specifies recommended and allowed temperature, humidity, and altitude ranges.

Appendix D Regulatory information

FCC regulations

Details FCC compliance for Class B digital devices and measures against interference.

Environmental product stewardship program

Highlights HP's commitment to environmental responsibility and product design.

Declaration of conformity (HP Color LaserJet 3000 series)

Declaration of product conformity to safety and EMC standards for the 3000 series.

Declaration of conformity (HP Color LaserJet 3600 series and HP Color LaserJet 3800 series)

Declaration of product conformity to safety and EMC standards for 3600/3800 series.

Safety statements

Provides safety information, including laser safety and regulatory statements.

Appendix E Working with memory

Printer memory

Details printer memory capacity and supported DIMM types for 3000/3800 Series printers.

Installing memory DIMMs

Step-by-step instructions for installing memory and font DIMMs into the printer.

Enabling memory

Guides on setting the printer driver to recognize newly added memory.

Checking DIMM installation

Procedures to verify that installed DIMMs are correctly installed and working.

Glossary

Index

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