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HP Designjet - User Manual

HP Designjet
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welcome to the HP Designjet Scanner
This help system will present all you need to know to use your
HP Designjet Scanner.
Information is organized in three major categories; use the navigation
block on the left side of each topic to select one.
See "Getting Started" for instructions on setting up your system before
making your first copy.
See also "how do I optimize for color accuracy" for instructions on
ensuring the best color quality in your copies.
Getting Started
Contains the steps necessary for setting up the system before
making your first copy. Includes instructions for printer setup,
preliminary maintenance and media profile creation.
getting
started with your HP Designjet Scanner...
how do I...?
...helps you carry out procedures, like loading media, making copies,
or maintaining your scanner.
...how do I...?
the problem is...
...helps you solve problems that may occur while copying/scanning.
...the problem is...
There is also an alphabetical index, accessible from the navigation block,
to help you find topics quickly.
You can also refer to the Quick Reference Guide that came with your
scanner for basic routine procedures.
For user information on your HP Designjet printer refer to the
documentation that came with the printer.

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HP Designjet Specifications

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BrandHP
ModelDesignjet
CategoryScanner
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Welcome to the HP Designjet Scanner

Getting Started Overview

Introduces initial setup steps for the scanner, including installation and calibration.

How Do I...? - Core Procedures

Making Copies

Step-by-step guide for performing copy functions, including options and settings.

Scanning to File

Instructions for scanning documents into digital files, covering settings and destinations.

Printing from Files

Process for printing existing files from the system using the convenient Print List.

Managing System Files

Operations for handling image files like copy, move, delete, and rename.

System Maintenance and Recovery

Procedures for system upkeep, recovery, and software updates.

System Setup

Initial configuration steps for the scanner system, including drivers and preferences.

Solving Problems

Scanner Hardware Issues

Addresses problems related to the scanner hardware, such as error indicators and warning messages.

Software and System Errors

Troubleshooting guide for software malfunctions, system failures, and interface language issues.

Printing and Output Issues

Solutions for problems with printing jobs, print errors, and cropped or incorrect output.

Getting Started

Install Printer and Drivers

Guides on installing necessary printer hardware and software for system operation.

Calibrate the Scanner

Explains the calibration process for optimal scanner performance and accuracy.

Create Media Profiles

Details on setting up profiles for different media types to ensure color accuracy.

How do I Optimize Color Accuracy?

Color Accuracy Guidelines

Steps to ensure high-quality color reproduction in copies by following specific guidelines.

How do I Make Copies?

Copying Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for performing the copying process, including loading originals and selecting settings.

How do I Set the Input Size?

Defining Original Dimensions

Setting the size of the original document for scanning, including auto-detection options.

How do I Set the Output Size?

Defining Copy Dimensions

Setting the final dimensions of the scanned or copied image, including standard and custom sizes.

How do I Select a Media Profile?

Selecting Media Profiles

Choosing the correct profile for the loaded media to ensure accurate color matching.

How do I Set the Output Quality?

Adjusting Copy Quality Settings

Configuring scan and print quality for optimal results in copy, print, and scan-to-file operations.

How do I Scale Copies?

Setting a Scale Factor

Adjusting the output size relative to the original by setting a specific scale factor.

How do I Set the Printer Media Width?

Configuring Media Width Settings

Ensuring the scanner recognizes the loaded media width for correct operation.

How do I Batch Copy and Scan?

Performing Batch Operations

Scanning multiple originals efficiently without re-configuration, for copying or saving to file.

How do I Collate Copies?

Creating Copy Sets

Grouping copies into sequential sets for output, allowing multiple copies of a set.

How do I Save a Duplicate of My Copy?

Saving Scanned Images to File

Instructions for saving scanned copies as separate files for backup or later use.

How do I Scan to a File?

Scanning Documents to Files

Step-by-step guide for saving scanned images to digital files, including destination and naming.

How do I Use the Resize Option?

Determining Output Size via Resize

Using the resize function to adjust scanned image dimensions for the output.

How do I Scan to a Network Folder?

Adding Network Folder Connections

Configuring the scanner to save files to network locations and access them.

How do I Scan to an FTP Server?

Adding FTP Server Connections

Setting up connections to FTP servers for saving scanned files.

How do I Manage Image Files?

Opening File Management Dialog

Accessing the interface for file operations like copy, move, delete, and rename.

How do I Scan to Email?

Scanning Documents as Email Attachments

Sending scanned files directly via email by configuring outgoing email settings.

How do I Scan Multiple Pages into a Single File?

Creating Multi-Page PDF Files

Combining multiple scans into a single PDF document for easier handling.

How do I Print from Files?

Printing Existing Files

Instructions for printing files stored on the system using the Print List.

How do I Set Up a Print List?

Creating and Managing Print Lists

Building and organizing lists of files for printing jobs.

How do I Use the Previewing Tools?

Image Preview and Zoom Functions

Using tools to view and examine scanned images, including zoom and alignment.

How do I Set the Number of Copies?

Specifying Copy Quantity

Defining how many copies of an original to produce for a print job.

How do I Print on Multiple Printers?

Configuring Multi-Printer Output

Setting up the system to use multiple printers for faster job output.

How do I Use Nesting?

Efficient Copy Placement with Nesting

Optimizing media usage by arranging multiple copies side-by-side on the media.

How do I Use Paneling?

Creating Large Enlargements with Paneling

Assembling large images from multiple printed panels by setting tiling options.

How do I Auto Align the Image?

Automatic Alignment Correction

Electronically correcting minor misalignments during scanning for better results.

How do I View the Print Queue?

Managing Print Jobs

Accessing and managing print jobs waiting for output in the printer queue.

How do I Set Output Margins?

Setting Margins and Outer Margins

Adjusting internal borders within the scan area and adding external white space.

Clip Contents by Printer Margins

Using the Clip Contents Option

Adjusting output to account for printer's unprintable areas and save media.

How do I Input Portrait and Output Landscape?

Using Auto Landscape for Output

Rotating scanned images to landscape orientation for printing when input is portrait.

How do I Define an Original Template?

Creating Custom Templates

Saving custom settings as reusable templates for originals to improve scan quality.

How do I Make Original Template Settings?

Template Settings Overview

Explains the function of different template types for copying and scanning.

How do I Create a Custom Scale Size?

Creating Custom Scale Presets

Saving custom scaling values for future use in copy and scan jobs.

How do I Create a Custom Paper Size Preset?

Creating Custom Input;Output Sizes

Defining non-standard paper size presets for input or output operations.

How do I Create a New Media Profile?

Creating Media Profiles

Setting up profiles for specific media types to ensure color accuracy.

How do I... Maintenance Procedures?

Cleaning the Scan Area

Steps for cleaning the scanner's glass plate, rollers, and platen for optimal performance.

Scanner Camera Calibration

Process for calibrating scanner cameras for accurate scans and image stitching.

How do I Replace Scanner Parts?

Replacing the Glass Plate

Instructions for replacing the scanner's glass plate to maintain scanning quality.

Replacing the White Background Platen

Guide for replacing the white background platen component for optimal scan results.

Replacing the Scanner Lamp Unit

Steps for replacing the scanner's illumination unit when its effectiveness weakens.

How do I Set the Scanner System Power Up;Down Timer?

Configuring Automatic Power Management

Setting timers for scanner power up and shut down to save energy and prolong lamp life.

Software Update and Recovery

Updating Software or Recovering System

Procedures for updating the scanner's firmware or restoring the system.

How do I Shut Down My System?

Properly Shutting Down the Scanner

Steps for turning off the scanner system correctly to prevent data loss.

How do I View Scanner Information?

Using WIDEsystem for Information

Accessing system status, error messages, and hardware details via WIDEsystem.

How do I Create Data Files for Support and Debugging?

Creating SCANdump Files

Generating diagnostic files for troubleshooting scanner issues.

Creating Print Output Data Files

Generating files for print output problem debugging.

Creating Screen Image Files

Capturing screenshots for conveying system status or errors.

How do I Set Preferences?

Configuring Scan and User Interface Options

Adjusting scanner behavior and user interface settings.

How do I Set User Interface Options?

Setting Units of Measure

Selecting measurement units for display in the scanner software.

Configuring Paper Lists and Color Balance

Managing paper presets and color display settings.

Using Quick Select Lists

Customizing interface behavior for faster access to settings.

Print Settings and Reprint Option

Configuring print summaries and enabling the reprint function.

Paper Series Selection

Choosing paper series for size presets.

How do I Define Scanner Setup Options?

Accessing Special Scanner Setup Options

Navigating to advanced scanner configuration menus.

Media Handling Settings

Configuring paper loading behavior for automatic or manual feeding.

Media Offset Settings

Adjusting scan line precision for improved accuracy.

Extended Thickness (Stitching Offsets)

Compensating for stitching issues with thick media.

How do I Change the Default Administrator Password?

Changing the Administrator Password

Securing system settings by modifying the administrator password.

How do I Connect to a Network?

Connecting the Scanner to the Network

Steps to establish network connectivity for the scanner.

How do I Make Network Settings?

Configuring Network Settings

Setting up network parameters like IP address, DHCP, and security.

How do I Access Shared Files?

Accessing Files from Other Computers

Instructions for accessing shared folders on the network from other computers.

How do I Use Accounting?

Active Account Management

Managing individual accounts for tracking copy activities.

Total Account Tracking

Recording all system activities in a background total account.

Accounting Criteria

Defining which actions update accounting records.

Accounting Log Files

Information on log files used for accounting data analysis.

How do I Manage Accounts?

Creating a New Account

Adding new accounts for tracking copy activities.

Deleting an Account

Removing existing accounts from the system.

Resetting an Account

Resetting activity data for an account.

Renaming an Account

Changing the name of an existing account.

How do I Select;Activate an Existing Account?

Activating an Existing Account

Making an existing account the primary one for tracking copy activities.

How do I Change the Interface Language?

Changing the System Language

Modifying the scanner's display language.

How do I Install the Printer and Printer Drivers?

Installing via Network Connection

Steps for installing the printer through a LAN connection.

How do I Set System Date and Time?

Configuring Date, Time, and Time Zone

Setting the system clock, date, time, and time zone for accurate operation.

How do I Enable Storage of Network Connections?

Storing Network Connection Definitions

Saving network connection details for automatic reconnection.

How do I Copy;Scan Thick Media?

Adjusting Insertion Slot Height

Modifying the scanner's slot height to accommodate thick materials.

How do I Change the Insertion Slot Height?

Adjusting for Thick Media Scanning

Using ATAC to adjust slot height for scanning thick items.

The Problem: Error Indicator is Flashing

Interpreting Error Indicator Signals

Understanding the meaning of flashing error lights and messages.

The Problem: Scanner Warning Message

Responding to Scanner Messages

Following instructions provided by scanner warning messages for resolution.

The Problem: No Scanner Found

Troubleshooting Scanner Detection

Steps to fix issues when the scanner is not detected by the system.

The Problem: Printing Error Message

Resolving Printing Detection Errors

Troubleshooting when the printer is not recognized or jobs fail.

The Problem: System Failure

System Recovery Procedure

Steps to restore the system if it fails to operate.

The Problem: Interface Language

Correcting Interface Language Settings

Changing the scanner's display language if it was installed incorrectly.

The Problem: Job Held in Queue

Resolving Print Queue Issues

Diagnosing and fixing print jobs stuck in the queue.

The Problem: Cropped Image

Troubleshooting Cropped Images

Identifying causes of image cropping, such as incorrect media width or margin settings.

The Problem: White Space with Nesting

Adjusting Media Width for Nesting

Ensuring correct printer media width settings for efficient nesting.

How do I Set Scan Options and Preferences?

Configuring Scan Options

Adjusting settings like preview resolution and paper ejection.

Setting Preview DPI

Adjusting resolution for on-screen previews to balance speed and detail.

Eject Paper Setting

Configuring automatic paper ejection after scans.

Auto Preview Setting

Automatically previewing output after loading originals.

Scan Speed and Backups

Optimizing performance and addressing backup issues related to workstation speed.

Rewind Paper Option

Ensuring easy removal of scanned originals by rewinding them.

Height Auto-Size Method

Choosing how the scanner detects image height, via paper or image prescan.

Limit Auto-Detect Scan Length

Setting a maximum limit for auto-detected image length.

How do I Mirror the Image?

Mirroring Images During Scanning

Applying a mirror effect to scanned images before saving or copying.

How do I Install the Printer and Printer Drivers?

Installing via Network Connection

Steps for installing the printer through a LAN connection.

How do I Set System Date and Time?

Configuring Date, Time, and Time Zone

Setting the system clock, date, time, and time zone for accurate operation and accounting.

How do I Enable Storage of Network Connections?

Storing Network Connection Definitions

Saving network connection details for automatic reconnection.

How do I Copy;Scan Thick Media?

Adjusting Insertion Slot Height

Modifying the scanner's slot height to accommodate thick materials.

How do I Change the Insertion Slot Height?

Adjusting for Thick Media Scanning

Using ATAC to adjust slot height for scanning thick items.

The Problem: Error Indicator is Flashing

Interpreting Error Indicator Signals

Understanding the meaning of flashing error lights and messages.

The Problem: Scanner Warning Message

Responding to Scanner Messages

Following instructions for scanner warning messages for resolution.

The Problem: No Scanner Found

Troubleshooting Scanner Detection

Steps to fix issues when the scanner is not detected by the system.

The Problem: Printing Error Message

Resolving Printing Detection Errors

Troubleshooting when the printer is not recognized or jobs fail.

The Problem: System Failure

System Recovery Procedure

Steps to restore the system if it fails to operate.

The Problem: Interface Language

Correcting Interface Language Settings

Changing the scanner's display language if it was installed incorrectly.

The Problem: Job Held in Queue

Resolving Print Queue Issues

Diagnosing and fixing print jobs stuck in the queue.

The Problem: Cropped Image

Troubleshooting Cropped Images

Identifying causes of image cropping, such as incorrect media width or margin settings.

The Problem: White Space with Nesting

Adjusting Media Width for Nesting

Ensuring correct printer media width settings for efficient nesting.

How do I Set Scan Options and Preferences?

Configuring Scan Options

Adjusting settings like preview resolution and paper ejection.

Setting Preview DPI

Adjusting resolution for on-screen previews to balance speed and detail.

Eject Paper Setting

Configuring automatic paper ejection after scans.

Auto Preview Setting

Automatically previewing output after loading originals.

Scan Speed and Backups

Optimizing performance and addressing backup issues related to workstation speed.

Rewind Paper Option

Ensuring easy removal of scanned originals by rewinding them.

Height Auto-Size Method

Choosing how the scanner detects image height, via paper or image prescan.

Limit Auto-Detect Scan Length

Setting a maximum limit for auto-detected image length.

How do I Mirror the Image?

Mirroring Images During Scanning

Applying a mirror effect to scanned images before saving or copying.

How do I Set Up My Printer in Scanner Software?

Configuring Printer Settings

Setting up the printer profile within the scanner software.

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