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HP 3740 series

HP 3740 series
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1 HP Deskjet 3740 series printer
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Notices
Special features
Getting started
Connecting to the printer
Printing photos
Printing other documents
Printing tips
Printer software
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Supplies
HP Deskjet 3740 series printer User's Guide
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HP 3740 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyInkjet
Color OutputColor
Product TypeAll-in-One Printer
Scanner TypeFlatbed
Copy ResolutionUp to 600 x 300 dpi
FunctionsPrint, Copy, Scan
Print ResolutionUp to 4800 x 1200 dpi
ConnectivityUSB 2.0
Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Mac

Summary

Notices

Notices and Acknowledgements

Provides information regarding company notices and acknowledgements.

Terms and Conventions

Defines terms and conventions used in the user's guide.

Special Features Overview

Getting Started

Printer Features

Overview of the printer's features for easier and more efficient printing.

Power Button and Light

Explains the function of the power button and its indicator light.

Paper Tray

Details on using and unfolding the printer's paper tray.

Print Cartridges

Information on the available print cartridges for the printer.

Ink-Backup Mode

How the printer operates with a single print cartridge.

Connecting to the Printer

USB Connection

Instructions for connecting the printer to a computer via USB.

Printing Photos

Enhancing Your Photos

Learn to enhance digital photographs using printer software features.

Printing Digital Photographs

Options to improve the quality of digital photographs during printing.

Maximum DPI Printing

Details on achieving the highest print quality with Maximum dpi.

Saving Money on Photo Printing

Tips for saving money and ink when printing photos using specific paper.

Printing Black-and-White Photos

Steps to print color photos in black and white.

Storing and Handling Photo Paper

Instructions to maintain the quality of HP brand photo paper.

Borderless Photos

Guidelines for printing photos without borders.

Printing Other Documents

E-mail Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing emails.

Letter Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing letters.

Document Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing general documents.

Envelope Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing envelopes.

Label Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing labels.

Brochure Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing brochures.

Greeting Card Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing greeting cards.

Transparency Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing transparencies.

Index Cards and Small Media Printing

Guidelines for printing index cards and other small media.

Iron-On Transfer Printing

Guidelines and preparation for printing iron-on transfers.

Printing Tips

Setting the Page Order

How to determine the order in which document pages are printed.

Printing Collated Copies

Instructions for printing multiple copies of a document with collation.

Selecting a Paper Type

Steps to select a specific paper type for higher quality printouts.

Selecting a Print Quality

How to choose print quality settings from the printer software.

Resizing a Document

Shrink or enlarge text and graphics without changing paper size.

Printer Software

Print Settings Overview

Using printer software and drivers to change print settings.

Page Setup Dialog Box

Modifying document layout, paper size, and orientation.

Print Dialog Box

Modifying print settings for documents and sending them to the printer.

Managing Printers (Mac OS X 10.3+)

Tasks for managing printers using Printer List on Mac OS X.

Managing Printers (Mac OS X 10.2-)

Tasks for managing printers using Print Center on Mac OS X.

Print Job Status (Mac OS X 10.3+)

Viewing and changing the status of a print job on Mac OS X.

Print Job Status (Mac OS X 10.2-)

Checking the status of a print job using Print Center on Mac OS X.

Maintenance

Installing Print Cartridges

Step-by-step instructions for installing new print cartridges.

Aligning Print Cartridges

How to align print cartridges for optimal print quality.

Automatic Print Cartridge Cleaning

Steps to automatically clean print cartridges for better quality.

Manual Print Cartridge Cleaning

Detailed instructions for manually cleaning print cartridges and cradles.

Printing a Test Page

Procedure to print a test page for verification.

Viewing Estimated Ink Levels

Steps to check the estimated ink levels of installed cartridges.

Removing Ink from Skin and Clothing

Instructions for removing ink stains from skin and fabric.

Maintaining Print Cartridges

Tips for maintaining print cartridges for consistent quality.

Maintaining the Printer Body

How to clean and maintain the exterior of the printer.

Using the HP Inkjet Toolbox

Accessing printer tools and support information via HP Inkjet Toolbox.

Troubleshooting

Printer Not Printing

Verifying connections and settings when the printer does not print.

Paper Jam Resolution

Step-by-step guide to clearing paper jams from the printer.

Paper Handling Problems

Troubleshooting issues related to paper weight and loading.

Poor Print Quality

Diagnosing and fixing issues causing poor print quality.

Misprinted Documents

Resolving problems with misaligned text and images in documents.

Incorrect Photo Printing

Troubleshooting issues when photos are not printing correctly.

Borderless Printing Issues

Guidelines for resolving problems with borderless printouts.

Printer Error Messages

Understanding and responding to various error messages.

Flashing Power Light

Interpreting and addressing the flashing power light indicator.

Slow Document Printing

Identifying factors that cause slow printing performance.

Persistent Problems

Steps to take if problems persist after troubleshooting.

Specifications

Printer Specifications

Details on paper types, print speeds, and power requirements.

Environmental Statement

Information on HP's commitment to environmental impact reduction.

Supplies

Paper Supplies

List of available HP paper products for the printer.

USB Cables

Information on compatible HP USB cables.

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