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HP Designjet Z2100 Photo printer series User Manual

HP Designjet Z2100 Photo printer series
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HP Designjet Z2100 Photo printer series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyThermal Inkjet
Number of Print Cartridges8
Ink TypesHP Vivera pigment inks
Memory256 MB
Maximum Print Resolution2400 x 1200 dpi
Print Cartridge ColorsCyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Magenta, Matte Black, Photo Black
Ink Drop4 picoliter
Ink Cartridge Capacity130 ml
Print Speed (Black & White)Up to 35 seconds per A1 page (best quality)
Media Sizes SupportedA4, A3, A2, A1, A0
Media Typescoated papers
ConnectivityHi-Speed USB 2.0 certified
Hard Disk40 GB
Print LanguagesHP-GL/2, HP RTL
Dimensions49.7 x 27.2 x 41.2 in (24-in model); 69.7 x 27.2 x 41.2 in (44-in model)
Operating Systems SupportedWindows and Mac OS

Summary

Introduction

Safety precautions

General safety rules for using the printer to prevent damage and ensure safe operation.

The front panel

Describes the functions and components of the printer's front control panel for operation and troubleshooting.

Printer software

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

Personalizing the printer

Turn printer on and off

Explains how to power the printer on, off, and into sleep mode, including recommended procedures.

Access HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) or HP Printer Utility (Mac OS)

Guides users on accessing HP software for managing the printer on Windows and Mac OS.

Access the Embedded Web Server

Details how to access and use the printer's web interface for remote management and status checks.

Paper handling

Choose which spindle to use

Explains how to select the correct spindle based on paper category and type for loading.

Load a roll onto the spindle

Provides instructions on how to physically load a paper roll onto the printer spindle.

Load a roll into the printer

Details the step-by-step process for loading a paper roll into the printer, recommending an easy procedure.

Easy loading procedure

Outlines the simplified steps for loading a paper roll into the printer.

Paper menu procedure

Provides an alternative method for loading paper using the printer's menu system.

Unload paper key procedure with paper on the roll

Steps to unload paper from the roll using the front panel key.

Paper menu procedure with paper on the roll

Alternative method to unload paper using the front panel menu.

Roll out of paper procedure

Instructions for unloading a roll when the paper end is no longer attached.

Load a single sheet

Introduces the process for loading a single sheet of paper.

Easy loading procedure

Detailed steps for loading a single sheet of paper using the easy method.

Printing

Select print quality

Explains how to adjust print quality settings for speed vs. detail.

Select paper size

Details how to specify the paper size for printing jobs.

Select margins options

Describes how to configure page margins and borderless printing.

Print with shortcuts

Explains how to use and create custom printing shortcuts for frequently used settings.

Color management

Color calibration

Guides through the process of calibrating the printer for consistent color output.

Maintaining the printer

Clean the exterior of the printer

Instructions on how to clean the printer's exterior safely.

Maintain the ink cartridges

Information on ink cartridge maintenance and checking expiration dates.

Update the firmware

Steps to update the printer's firmware for enhanced functionality.

Accessories

How to order supplies and accessories

Provides methods and links for ordering printer supplies, accessories, and spare parts.

Order ink supplies

Lists available ink cartridges and their part numbers for ordering.

Order paper

Lists available paper categories and provides information on specific paper types and ordering.

Non-recommended paper types

Lists paper types that may not yield satisfactory results when used with the printer.

Order accessories

Lists available accessories for the printer and their product numbers.

Troubleshooting paper issues

The paper has jammed

Provides steps to resolve a paper jam by clearing obstructions and reloading paper.

Troubleshooting print-quality issues

General advice

Offers general tips for resolving print quality problems by checking settings and supplies.

Horizontal lines across the image (banding)

Addresses print quality issues related to banding or horizontal lines in the output.

The whole image is blurry or grainy

Provides solutions for blurry or grainy image output.

Colors are inaccurate

Offers troubleshooting steps for prints with inaccurate or inconsistent colors.

Color accuracy using EPS or PDF images in page layout applications

Discusses color management for EPS/PDF files in layout applications.

The image is clipped

Explains causes and solutions for image clipping due to printable area discrepancies.

Front-panel error messages

Text error messages

Lists common error messages displayed on the front panel and their recommended solutions.

Numerical error codes

Lists numerical error codes and their corresponding troubleshooting recommendations.

HP Customer Care

Contact HP Support

Guidance on preparing information before contacting HP Support for assistance.

Telephone numbers

Lists HP Support telephone numbers for various countries worldwide.

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