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Print Specifications| maximum print speed | 53 m²/hr (570 ft²/hr) |
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| print resolution | 2400 x 1200 dpi |
| line accuracy | +/- 0.1% |
| minimum line width | 0.04 mm (0.0015 in) |
| guaranteed minimum line width | 0.08 mm (0.0031 in) |
Media Handling| media size rolls | 279 to 1118 mm (11 to 44 in) |
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| media size sheets | 210 x 279 to 1118 x 1676 mm (8.3 x 11 to 44 x 66 in) |
| media thickness | 0.8 mm (31.5 mil) |
Memory| virtual memory | 64 GB |
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| hard disk | 320 GB |
Environmental Specifications| operating temperature | 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F) |
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| storage temperature | -25 to 55°C (-13 to 131°F) |
| operating humidity | 20 to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
Acoustic Specifications| sound pressure (active) | 45 dB(A) |
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| sound pressure (standby) | 23 dB(A) |
| sound power (active) | 6.7 B(A) |
| sound power (standby) | 4.1 B(A) |
Power Specifications| power consumption (printing) | < 120 watts |
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| power consumption (ready) | < 27 watts |
| power consumption (sleep) | < 5 watts |
| power consumption (off) | 0.1 watts |
| input voltage | 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), 2 A max |
Weight and Dimensions| printer dimensions | 1770 x 721 x 1050 mm (69.7 x 28.4 x 41.3 in) |
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| shipping dimensions | 1930 x 770 x 710 mm (76 x 30.3 x 28 in) |
| printer weight | 86 kg (189 lb) |
| shipping weight | 115 kg (253.5 lb) |
Ensures proper use of the printer and prevents damage from electrical shock, fire, or interference.
Explains how to use the manual and its structure for new users.
Highlights key capabilities like print resolution, control methods, and paper handling.
Illustrates and identifies the main physical parts of the printer, front and rear views.
Details the function and operation of the printer's touch-sensitive front panel interface.
Lists the software provided with the printer, including drivers and utilities.
Explains printer connectivity to the internet and benefits like firmware updates.
Provides instructions on safely powering the printer on, off, or resetting it.
Describes how to print internal information like demo prints, configuration, and usage reports.
Compares connection types: Gigabit Ethernet, Jetdirect, and Hi-Speed USB.
Guides on automatic network configuration and checking network address.
Instructions for connecting a Windows PC to the printer via a network.
Steps for connecting a Windows PC to the printer via USB cable.
Procedure for removing printer software from Windows using Control Panel.
Instructions for connecting a Mac OS X PC to the printer via network (Bonjour/TCP/IP).
Steps for connecting a Mac OS X PC to the printer via USB cable.
Procedure for removing printer software from Mac OS X.
Guides on connecting the printer to the Internet for Web Services.
Details manual configuration for internet connection and proxy settings.
Defines printer behavior for paper mismatch actions and roll switching.
Explains how to enable/disable automatic side-by-side printing to save paper.
Manages security settings for front panel, EWS, and HP ePrint Center connections.
Configures the printer to require an account ID for each job for usage tracking.
Instructions for changing the language on the printer's front panel.
Guides on launching the HP Utility for printer management on Windows and Mac.
Explains how to access and manage the printer via a web browser.
Details how to configure IP address, subnet mask, and other network parameters.
Covers security settings for ePrint, including unlock/lock modes.
Provides essential precautions for loading paper, including room, wheels, and basket.
Step-by-step instructions for loading a paper roll onto the printer spindle.
Guides on inserting a spindle-loaded roll into the printer's paper path.
Procedures for unloading paper rolls, including quick and manual methods.
Instructions for loading individual sheets of paper into the printer.
Procedure for removing a single sheet of paper from the printer.
Explains paper presets, how to install downloaded presets, and create custom ones.
Details on enabling and using the Printing paper info option.
Describes how to move paper forward or backward from the front panel.
Provides recommendations for maintaining paper quality.
Adjusts the time the printer waits for ink to dry before handling prints.
Enables or disables the automatic paper cutter function.
Manual procedure to advance and cut paper, useful when the automatic cutter is off.
Explains the advantages of a multiroll printer, like automatic switching.
Details how the printer selects rolls based on paper type, size, and user preferences.
Guides on printing files directly from a USB flash drive.
Instructions for printing via the printer's EWS or HP Utility.
Traditional method of printing using application software and a printer driver.
Explains various print settings like quality, paper size, and margins.
How to print documents by sending them as email attachments.
How to view and manage jobs directly on the printer's front panel.
Managing print jobs through the EWS or HP Utility interface.
Overview of printer's color features for predictable and dependable results.
Process for ensuring consistent colors across different printers and conditions.
Explains application-managed vs. printer-managed color conversion.
Details PANTONE emulation and color adjustment options within drivers.
Color management options available through the printer's Embedded Web Server.
Front panel settings for color/grayscale, RGB profiles, and printer emulation.
How to print a draft with accurate scaling from Adobe Acrobat.
Steps to print a project from AutoCAD, including plot settings.
Guide for printing presentations from AutoCAD and Photoshop.
Instructions for printing and scaling documents from Microsoft Office applications.
Methods for obtaining accounting and usage data from the printer.
Ways to check printer usage statistics via EWS, HP Utility, or front panel.
Configures the printer to send accounting data via email periodically.
Information on ink cartridges, their function, and purchase.
How to view ink levels and cartridge status via front panel or HP Utility.
Step-by-step guide for safely removing an ink cartridge.
Instructions for correctly installing a new ink cartridge.
Basic information about printheads and their function.
How to check printhead status, product info, and warranty status.
Detailed procedure for removing a printhead from the carriage.
Step-by-step guide for correctly inserting a new printhead.
Ways to check the current status of the printer, paper, and ink supplies.
Instructions for safely cleaning the printer's outer surfaces.
Guidance on maintaining ink cartridges for optimal print quality.
Precautions and steps for safely moving or storing the printer.
Procedures for downloading and installing printer firmware updates.
Information on updating printer drivers and other related software.
Details on available maintenance kits and when they are needed.
Facility to securely erase printer hard disk information.
Information on ordering ink supplies, paper, and accessories from HP.
Overview of printer accessories like spindles and jetdirect print servers.
Common reasons and solutions for failure to load paper correctly.
List of front-panel messages for paper loading issues and suggested actions.
Guidance on using paper not listed in the driver presets.
Troubleshooting when the printer uses the incorrect paper type.
Explains limitations for paper types that cannot be auto-cut.
Reasons why jobs are put on hold for paper and how to resume them.
Troubleshooting steps if the roll paper fails to feed correctly.
Procedure for safely removing jammed paper from the printer.
Addresses issues caused by cut paper strips remaining in the output tray.
Diagnoses why the printer reports 'out of paper' when paper is loaded.
Solutions for prints not landing correctly in the output basket.
Explains why sheets are held for drying and how to gently remove them.
Information on the automatic paper cutting process after printing.
Troubleshooting steps if the automatic cutter is not functioning correctly.
Addresses issues where the paper roll is loose on the spindle.
Procedure to recalibrate paper advance for accurate image quality.
Tips for achieving best performance and print quality from the printer.
Wizard to help diagnose common print quality problems.
Identifies and resolves issues causing horizontal lines or banding in prints.
Addresses thin, straight vertical lines in prints, possibly related to sensitive-paper mode.
Troubleshooting steps for blurry or grainy images.
Resolves issues with paper flatness causing print defects.
Tips to prevent scuffs and scratches on printed output.
Addresses common reasons for ink marks on prints.
Resolves issues with matte black ink not adhering to glossy paper.
Corrects poorly defined or lighter edges in printed objects.
Adjusts print quality settings for darker object edges.
Addresses gloss differential problems on photo paper prints.
Resolves thin horizontal lines appearing near the edge of cut sheet prints.
Troubleshoots vertical bands of different colors in prints.
Addresses white spots on prints, possibly due to paper fibers or dust.
Guides on troubleshooting inaccurate color reproduction.
Resolves issues where the bottom part of an image is cut off.
Troubleshooting discrepancies between printable area and software settings.
Suggestions to avoid missing objects in large-format print jobs.
Resolves issues with line thickness and missing lines in prints.
Addresses jagged or stepped lines in printed images.
Diagnoses and fixes issues with double lines or incorrect colors.
Troubleshoots broken or discontinuous lines in prints.
Addresses blurred lines possibly caused by humidity or paper type.
Methods to improve the accuracy of line lengths in prints.
Prints patterns to test printhead reliability and identify issues.
Further steps to resolve persistent print-quality issues.
Steps to resolve issues when an ink cartridge cannot be inserted.
Explains common ink cartridge status messages and their meanings.
Troubleshooting steps for when a printhead cannot be inserted.
Guidance when the printer prompts to reseat or replace a printhead.
Procedure for cleaning the printer's printheads.
Steps to clean the printhead drop detector sensor.
Procedure for aligning printheads for accurate colors and sharp edges.
Explains various printhead status messages and their recommended actions.
Troubleshooting steps when the printer's front panel is blank or LEDs are off.
Identifies reasons why a file may not print when expected.
Explains possible causes for slow printer performance.
Troubleshooting communication problems between computer and printer.
Steps to resolve issues when unable to connect to the HP Utility.
Troubleshooting connection issues with the printer's Embedded Web Server.
Guides on using the Connectivity Wizard to resolve internet connection problems.
Information on resolving issues related to HP ePrint and Web Services.
Explains the automatic file system check process for printer hard disk integrity.
Describes the types of alerts (errors, warnings) and their communication methods.
Lists front-panel text error messages and their recommended solutions.
Lists numerical error codes and their corresponding recommendations.
How to access the printer's system error log via USB or EWS.
Overview of HP Customer Care services and support options.
Information about HP's Knowledge Center and professional services.
Helps reduce downtime by identifying and resolving issues proactively.
Program enabling users to replace parts themselves for fast service.
Information and steps for contacting HP Support for assistance.
Details on ink supplies, paper sizes, and printing resolutions.
Provides dimensions, weight, and other physical attributes of the printer.
Information on the printer's dedicated file-processing memory and hard disk.
Details on the printer's power requirements: source, frequency, current, consumption.
Compliance with WEEE and RoHS directives, and ENERGY STAR status.
Operating and storage temperature, and humidity requirements.
Printer acoustic specifications for sound power and pressure levels.
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