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HP Designjet T1120 Series User Manual

HP Designjet T1120 Series
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HP Designjet T1120
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HP Designjet T1120 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyThermal Inkjet
Print Speed35 sec/page on A1/D
Media Sizes StandardA4, A3, A2, A1, A0
Media TypesBond
Operating Systems SupportedWindows, Mac OS, Linux
Weight85 kg
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet
Dimensions (W x D x H)1092 x 762 x 1402 mm

Summary

Introduction

Safety precautions

Essential precautions for safe and proper printer operation to prevent damage.

HP Start-Up Kit

DVD containing printer software, documentation, and tutorials for first-time use.

Using this guide

Explains how the manual is organized and where to find comprehensive information.

The printer's main features

Overview of the printer's capabilities, including resolution and software utilities.

The printer's main components

Identifies and illustrates the primary physical parts of the printer.

The front panel

Details the functions and components of the printer's control interface.

Printer software

Lists the software provided with the printer, including drivers and utilities.

The printer's internal prints

Describes various diagnostic and informational prints available from the front panel.

Installing the software

Choose which connection method to use

Guides users in selecting the best method to connect the printer to their system.

Connect to a network (Windows)

Step-by-step instructions for network installation on Windows systems.

Connect directly to a computer (Windows)

Instructions for USB connection setup on Windows.

Uninstall the printer software (Windows)

Procedure for removing printer software from Windows systems.

Connect to a network (Mac OS)

Steps for connecting the printer to a network on Mac OS X.

Connect directly to a computer (Mac OS)

Instructions for USB connection setup on Mac OS.

Uninstall the printer software (Mac OS)

Procedure for removing printer software from Mac OS.

Setting up the printer

Handle paper conflicts

Configures printer behavior when loaded paper doesn't match job specifications.

Turn nesting on and off

Manages automatic page arrangement to save paper by printing pages side-by-side.

Turn usage information on and off

Configures the printer to send usage statistics via email.

Turn alerts on and off

Controls printer notifications for problems or job status changes.

Set or delete the security password

Manages a security password to restrict access to printer functions.

Require account ID

Sets the printer to require an account ID for each job for usage tracking.

Set Windows driver preferences

Customizes default printer driver settings for personal preferences.

Personalizing the printer

Turn the printer on and off

Instructions on powering the printer on, off, and managing sleep mode.

Change the language of the front-panel display

Guides on how to change the language for menus and messages on the printer.

Access the HP Printer Utility

Explains how to use the utility for printer management via computer.

Access the Embedded Web Server

Instructions for remotely managing the printer using a web browser.

Change the sleep mode setting

Adjusts the time the printer waits before entering sleep mode to save power.

Turn the buzzer on and off

Controls the audible alert (buzzer) for printer notifications.

Configure network settings

Details how to set up network parameters like IP address and subnet mask.

Change the graphic language setting

Adjusts the printer's interpretation of graphic data for different file types.

Paper handling

General advice

Important tips and cautions before loading paper to ensure proper handling.

Load a roll onto the 24-inch spindle

Step-by-step guide for mounting paper rolls onto the 24-inch spindle.

Load a roll onto the 44-inch spindle

Instructions for mounting paper rolls onto the 44-inch spindle.

Load a roll into the 24-inch printer

Procedure for loading a paper roll into the 24-inch printer.

Load a roll into the 44-inch printer

Procedure for loading a paper roll into the 44-inch printer.

Unload a roll

Steps for safely removing a paper roll from the printer.

Load a single sheet

Instructions for loading individual sheets of paper into the printer.

Unload a single sheet

Procedure for removing a single sheet of paper from the printer.

View information about the paper

How to check details of the currently loaded paper via front panel or utility.

Paper profiles

Explains paper profiles and how to assign them for optimal print quality.

Print on loaded paper

How to print using any paper currently loaded in the printer.

Maintain paper

Recommendations for keeping paper in good condition for printing.

Change the drying time

Adjusts the time the printer waits for ink to dry before handling prints.

Turn the automatic cutter on and off

Controls the printer's automatic paper cutting feature.

Feed and cut the paper

Manual procedure for feeding and cutting paper when the automatic cutter is off.

Printing

Create a print job

Explains how to send a print job to the printer, either from an application or directly.

Select print quality

Options for adjusting print quality versus speed settings.

Select paper size

How to specify the paper size for printing documents.

Select margins options

Adjusts the margins around the printed image on the paper.

Print with shortcuts

Uses pre-configured print settings for specific job types to save time.

Rescale a print

Adjusts the size of an image or document to fit the selected paper.

Preview a print

Checks the layout and settings before printing to avoid wasted resources.

Print a draft

Specifies faster, lower-quality printing for drafts and text documents.

High-quality printing

Sets the printer for maximum detail and quality for important prints.

Print in gray shades

Converts colors in an image to shades of gray for monochrome printing.

Print with no margins

Enables borderless printing, printing to the edges of glossy paper.

Print with crop lines

Adds crop marks to indicate where to cut the paper to a specific size.

Use paper economically

Tips and options for reducing paper consumption during printing.

Nest jobs to save roll paper

Automatically arranges multiple pages side-by-side on roll paper to save material.

Use ink economically

Provides recommendations for reducing ink usage during printing.

Color management

Introduction

Overview of the printer's advanced features for predictable and dependable results.

How colors are represented

Explains color models (RGB, CMYK) used by devices and how they relate.

A summary of the color management process

Steps for achieving accurate and consistent colors, including calibration.

Color calibration

Process to ensure consistent colors across printheads, inks, and paper types.

Color management from printer drivers

Options for managing colors using printer driver settings.

Color management from the Embedded Web Server

How to configure color management settings via the printer's web interface.

Color management from the front panel

Adjusting color settings directly on the printer's front panel interface.

Practical printing examples

Print a draft for revision with the correct scale

Demonstrates printing a draft from Adobe Acrobat while maintaining scale.

Print a project

Guides on printing projects from Autodesk Design Review, AutoCAD, and EWS.

Print a presentation

Instructions for printing presentations from AutoCAD and Photoshop.

Print and scale from Microsoft Office

How to print and scale documents from Microsoft Office applications.

Job queue management

Job queue page

Managing print jobs, viewing status, and performing operations like cancel or hold.

Job preview

How to view a preview of incoming jobs before they are processed.

Turn off the job queue

Disables the printer's job queue functionality.

Select when to print a job in the queue

Configures when a job starts printing after being processed.

Identify a job in the queue

Ways to locate and identify specific jobs within the printer's queue.

Prioritize a job in the queue

Moves a selected job to the front of the queue to be printed next.

Delete a job from the queue

Removes a job from the printer's queue, preventing it from printing.

Reprint or copy a job in the queue

How to print additional copies of a previously sent job.

Job status messages

Explains the various status messages displayed for print jobs.

Retrieving printer usage information

Get printer accounting information

Ways to obtain accounting data about printer usage.

Check printer usage statistics

How to view overall printer usage statistics.

Check ink and paper usage for a job

Methods for checking ink and paper consumption for specific print jobs.

Handling ink cartridges and printheads

About the ink cartridges

Information about the ink storage and distribution system.

Check the ink cartridges status

How to view ink levels and status messages for cartridges.

Remove an ink cartridge

Step-by-step guide for safely removing an ink cartridge.

Insert an ink cartridge

Instructions for correctly installing a new ink cartridge.

About the printheads

Details on the printheads and their connection to ink cartridges.

Check the printhead status

How to check the status and information of installed printheads.

Remove a printhead

Procedure for safely removing a printhead from the printer.

Insert a printhead

Instructions for correctly installing a new printhead into the carriage.

Maintaining the printer

Check printer status

Ways to monitor the printer's current operational status and supplies.

Clean the exterior of the printer

Guidance on cleaning the external surfaces of the printer.

Replace the cutter

Instructions for replacing the printer's cutting mechanism.

Maintain the ink cartridges

Information on maintaining ink cartridges for optimal print quality.

Move or store the printer

Steps for preparing the printer for moving or long-term storage.

Update the firmware

How to update the printer's internal software for new features and fixes.

Update the software

Instructions for updating printer drivers and other related software.

Secure Disk Erase

Facility to securely erase data from the printer's hard disk for privacy.

Accessories

How to order supplies and accessories

Information on where and how to purchase printer supplies and accessories.

Introduction to the accessories

Overview of available accessories like stands, spindles, and print servers.

Troubleshooting paper issues

The paper cannot be loaded successfully

Solutions for issues where paper fails to load into the printer.

The paper type is not in the driver

Guidance on selecting appropriate driver settings for unsupported paper types.

The paper has jammed

Steps to resolve paper jam errors within the printer.

The printer displays out of paper when paper is available

Troubleshooting steps when the printer incorrectly reports "out of paper".

Prints do not fall nicely into the basket

Addresses issues with prints not being deposited correctly into the output basket.

The sheet stays in the printer when the print has been completed

Solutions for sheets remaining in the printer after printing.

The paper is cut when the print has been completed

Explains automatic cutting and how to manage it.

The cutter does not cut well

Troubleshooting steps for a malfunctioning automatic paper cutter.

Recalibrate the paper advance

Adjusts paper feed accuracy to improve print alignment and quality.

Troubleshooting print-quality issues

General advice

General tips for achieving the best print performance and quality.

Print quality troubleshooting wizard

A wizard to diagnose and resolve common print quality problems.

Horizontal lines across the image (banding)

Solutions for horizontal lines or banding appearing in printed images.

Lines are too thick, too thin or missing

Addresses issues with line thickness or missing lines in prints.

Lines appear stepped or jagged

Troubleshooting steps for jagged or stepped lines in printed images.

Lines print double or in the wrong colors

Solutions for lines appearing doubled or with incorrect colors.

Lines are blurred

Addresses blurred lines caused by humidity or improper settings.

The whole image is blurry or grainy

Troubleshooting steps for blurry or grainy overall image output.

The paper is not flat

Solutions for issues related to paper flatness affecting print quality.

The print is scuffed or scratched

Advice on preventing scuffs and scratches on printed output.

Ink marks on the paper

Reasons for ink marks appearing on the printed page and how to avoid them.

Black ink comes off when you touch the print

Addresses issues where black ink smudges on glossy paper.

Edges of objects are stepped or not sharp

Troubleshooting for poorly defined or unsharp edges in printed objects.

White spots on the print

Solutions for white spots appearing on the printed image.

Colors are inaccurate

Steps to resolve issues with colors not matching expectations.

Colors are fading

Information on print fading, especially with photo papers, and lamination.

The image is clipped

Resolving issues where parts of the image are cut off during printing.

The Image Diagnostics Print

Instructions for printing diagnostic patterns to check printhead performance.

If you still have a problem

Further steps to take if print-quality issues persist after troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues

Cannot insert an ink cartridge

Steps to resolve problems when an ink cartridge won't fit into its slot.

Ink cartridge status messages

Explains the various status messages related to ink cartridges.

Cannot insert a printhead

Solutions for issues when a printhead cannot be installed correctly.

The front-panel display recommends reseating or replacing a printhead

Guidance when the printer prompts to reseat or replace a printhead.

Clean the printheads

Procedure for cleaning the printheads to improve color accuracy.

Clean the printhead drop detector

Instructions for cleaning the sensor that detects nozzle performance.

Align the printheads

Process to ensure precise alignment of printheads for sharp edges and colors.

Printhead status messages

Explains the different status messages related to printheads.

Troubleshooting general printer issues

The printer does not print

Steps to diagnose why the printer is not printing jobs.

The printer seems slow

Explains potential causes for slow printer performance.

Communication failures between computer and printer

Troubleshooting steps for communication errors between the PC and printer.

Cannot access the HP Printer Utility

Solutions for problems accessing the HP Printer Utility software.

Cannot access the Embedded Web Server

Troubleshooting steps for accessing the printer's web interface.

Printer alerts

Explains the different types of alerts and how the printer communicates them.

Front-panel error messages

[Color] cartridge has expired

Error message indicating an expired ink cartridge and the recommended action.

[Color] cartridge is missing

Error message for a missing or incorrectly installed ink cartridge.

[Color] cartridge is out of ink

Error message indicating an empty ink cartridge.

[Color] printhead #[n] error: not present

Error message for a printhead that is not detected or installed.

[Color] printhead #[n] error: replace

Error message indicating a failing printhead that needs replacement.

[Color] printhead #[n] error: reseat

Error message suggesting reseating the printhead to resolve an issue.

[Color] printhead #[n] out of warranty

Message indicating the printhead's warranty has expired.

IO error

General input/output error message and troubleshooting steps.

Paper advance calibration pending

Indicates that paper advance calibration is required.

PDL Error: Ink system not ready

Error indicating the ink system is not ready, often requiring printhead cleaning.

HP Customer Care

Introduction

Overview of HP's support services for the Designjet printer.

HP Professional Services

Details on services like the Knowledge Center and technical support.

HP Instant Support

Information about HP's troubleshooting tools for quick problem resolution.

HP Proactive Support

How HP's proactive support helps reduce downtime and manage the printer.

Contact HP Support

Guidance on how to contact HP support, including required information.

Printer specifications

Functional specifications

Technical details on ink supplies, paper sizes, and printing resolutions.

Physical specifications

Dimensions, weight, and other physical characteristics of the printer.

Memory specifications

Details on the printer's memory (DRAM) and hard disk capacity.

Power specifications

Information on the printer's power requirements and consumption.

Environmental specifications

Operating conditions for temperature and humidity for optimal performance.

Acoustic specifications

Noise level specifications for the printer during operation.

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