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HP LaserJet 5200

HP LaserJet 5200
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HP LaserJet 5200/5200L Series printers
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HP LaserJet 5200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyLaser
Print SpeedUp to 35 ppm
Print ResolutionUp to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Monthly Duty CycleUp to 65, 000 pages
Standard Memory48 MB
Maximum Memory512 MB
Output Capacity250 sheets
Processor Frequency460 MHz
Duplex PrintingOptional
Network ReadyOptional
Media Sizes SupportedA4, A5, B5, Legal, Letter, Executive
Standard Printer LanguagesPCL 5e, PCL 6, PostScript 3
Supported Operating SystemsWindows, Mac OS, Linux
ConnectivityUSB, Parallel

Summary

1 Product information

Quick access to printer information

Provides references for printer setup, administrator guides, and user guides.

Printers at a glance

Details available HP LaserJet 5200 Series printer configurations and their features.

Features at a glance

Summarizes key features including performance, user interface, drivers, resolution, storage, fonts, accessories, and connectivity.

Walkaround

Illustrates and labels the front and back views of the printer, including interface ports.

Control-panel overview

Explains the function of each button and light on the printer's control panel.

Printer software

Details the printing-system software, including drivers and utilities for various operating systems.

Utilities

Describes printer utilities like HP Easy Printer Care Software and the embedded Web server.

Selecting print media

Provides guidelines and tables for supported media sizes and types to ensure optimal printer performance.

2 Installation and configuration

What is in the box

Lists the items included in the printer's shipping box.

Identification

Describes how to identify the printer model and serial numbers using the identification labels.

Site requirements

Specifies environmental and physical requirements for printer placement and ventilation.

Physical specifications

Provides dimensions and weight for the HP LaserJet 5200 Series printers.

Space requirements

Details the recommended space around the printer for access and ventilation.

InputOutput (IO) configuration

Explains how to configure network parameters and connections for the printer.

Installing printer memory

Provides instructions for adding or replacing DIMMs to enhance printer performance.

Installing CompactFlash cards

Details the procedure for installing CompactFlash cards to add fonts to the printer.

Checking CompactFlash installation

Provides steps to verify that CompactFlash cards have been installed correctly.

Enabling memory (Windows only)

Guides Windows users on how to enable newly installed printer memory via printer properties.

3 Maintenance

Managing supplies

Provides information on managing print cartridges, including storage and checking levels.

Replacing supplies and parts

Offers guidelines for replacing consumable parts and changing the print cartridge.

Changing the print cartridge

Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing a new print cartridge.

Cleaning the printer

Explains manual cleaning procedures and using the control panel for paper path cleaning.

4 Theory of operation

Engine control system

Describes the printer's engine control system components and their coordination.

Laserscanner system

Explains the function of the laser/scanner assembly in creating latent images on the photosensitive drum.

Pickup-and-feed-system

Details the paper pickup and feed mechanisms from various trays and jam detection.

Image-formation system

Outlines the interdependent systems involved in forming a toner image on media.

Print cartridge

Describes the print cartridge's components and functions, including memory-tag control.

5 Removal and replacement

Removal and replacement strategy

Covers the strategy for replacing field-replaceable units (FRUs) and essential precautions.

Required tools

Lists the necessary tools for performing printer part removal and replacement procedures.

Types of screws

Illustrates and describes various types of screws used in printer assembly and disassembly.

Service approach

Outlines the standard two-step process for printer repair and troubleshooting.

Before performing service

Provides critical safety warnings and preparation steps before servicing the printer.

After performing service

Details the steps to follow after completing service procedures on the printer.

Parts removal order

Presents a hierarchical diagram showing the correct order for removing printer parts.

External doors, covers, and panels

Provides removal procedures for various external covers and panels of the printer.

Internal assemblies

Details the removal and replacement procedures for major internal printer components.

Printed circuit assemblies (PCAs)

Explains the removal and replacement of the DC controller and power supply PCAs.

Duplexer

Provides the procedure for removing and replacing the optional duplexer unit.

500-sheet feeder

Details removal and replacement procedures for various parts of the 500-sheet feeder.

6 Troubleshooting

Introduction

Outlines the chapter structure for resolving printer problems and necessary background knowledge.

Basic troubleshooting checklist

A step-by-step guide to identify common printer issues before proceeding.

Factors that affect printer performance

Lists factors influencing print job time, such as speed, media, and memory.

Troubleshooting flowchart

A visual guide to diagnosing printer problems based on control panel display status.

Solving general printing problems

Provides solutions for common printing issues like wrong media selection or slow print jobs.

Control-panel message types

Categorizes control panel messages into status, warning, error, and critical error types.

Control-panel messages

Lists specific control panel messages, their descriptions, and recommended actions.

Replacement-parts configuration

Details configuration steps required after replacing formatter or DC controller.

Guidelines for using paper

Provides recommendations for paper quality and handling to prevent jams and ensure print quality.

Printing special pages

Explains how to print special pages for diagnostics like configuration and supplies status.

Data collection

Lists information to gather for troubleshooting paper jams effectively.

General paper-path troubleshooting

Offers general suggestions and checks to isolate paper path problems.

Jams in tray 1

Describes common causes and solutions for jams occurring in tray 1.

Jams in tray 2 or the optional 500-sheet feeder

Details causes and solutions for jams in tray 2 and the 500-sheet feeder.

Common causes of jams

Lists frequent reasons for paper jams related to media specifications and loading.

Jam locations

Illustrates key jam locations within the printer for easier troubleshooting.

Clearing jams

Provides procedures for clearing jams from input trays, print-cartridge area, and output bins.

Troubleshooting print-quality problems

Guides users on defining and correcting print quality issues.

Image-defect examples

Provides visual examples of common print quality defects for identification.

Interface troubleshooting

Offers steps to diagnose and resolve communication problems with the printer.

Changing printer-control-panel configuration settings

Details how to adjust printer settings via the control panel for optimal performance.

Using the control-panel menus

Explains how to navigate and use the printer's control panel menus.

Show Me How menu

Accesses pages within the SHOW ME HOW menu for self-help information.

Retrieve Job menu

Provides access to stored jobs for printing or deletion via the control panel.

Information menu

Contains printer information pages detailing settings, configuration, and supplies status.

Paper Handling menu

Allows configuration of paper handling settings like tray type, size, and manual feed.

Configure Device menu

Contains administrative functions to change printing settings, print quality, and I/O options.

Diagnostics menu

Provides tools for isolating printer parts and troubleshooting jams and print quality issues.

Printer resets

Describes methods for resetting printer settings to defaults or performing cold resets.

Cold reset

Explains how to perform a cold reset to restore factory default settings.

NVRAM initialization

Details the process and consequences of initializing the printer's NVRAM.

Save + Restore

Describes the feature for saving and restoring printer settings when exchanging components.

Replacing the formatter and the DC controller

Provides critical steps for replacing the formatter and DC controller simultaneously.

Service menu (service PIN codes)

Explains access to service-level printer settings using a PIN code.

Test pages

Guides on printing test pages to verify engine and formatter functionality.

Troubleshooting network printing problems

Provides steps to resolve issues related to printing over a network.

Troubleshooting common Windows problems

Addresses common errors and issues encountered when printing from Windows.

Troubleshooting common Macintosh problems

Details problems specific to Mac computers and their solutions.

Troubleshooting common PostScript problems

Addresses issues specific to PostScript language printing.

7 Parts and diagrams

Parts

Lists web resources for ordering replacement printer parts and supplies.

How to use the parts lists and diagrams

Explains how to interpret figures and tables for identifying printer component parts.

Types of screws

Illustrates and describes the different types of screws used in printer assembly.

Face-down delivery assembly

Exploded view and parts list for the face-down paper delivery mechanism.

PCAs

Diagrams and part numbers for printed circuit board assemblies like DC, High-voltage, and Low-voltage.

Fuser

Exploded view and parts list for the printer's fuser assembly.

Cassette (tray 2)

Diagram and parts list for the 250-sheet cassette, also known as tray 2.

Cassette (tray 2) paper-pickup assembly

Exploded view and part numbers for the tray 2 paper pickup mechanism.

500-sheet feeder cassette (tray 3)

Diagram and parts list for the 500-sheet feeder cassette, identified as tray 3.

500-sheet feeder, cassette, external panels and covers

Exploded view of external panels and covers for the 500-sheet feeder cassette.

500-sheet feeder internal components

Diagrams and part numbers for the internal components of the 500-sheet feeder.

500-sheet feeder paper-pickup assembly

Exploded view and parts list for the 500-sheet feeder paper-pickup mechanism.

500-sheet feeder lifter-drive assembly

Diagram and part numbers for the lifter-drive assembly of the 500-sheet feeder.

500-sheet feeder PCA

Exploded view and part number for the 500-sheet feeder PCA.

Duplexer

Diagrams and parts list for the printer's duplexer unit.

Duplexing PCA assembly

Exploded view and part number for the duplexing PCA assembly.

Duplexing-feed drive assembly

Diagram and part number for the duplexing-feed drive assembly.

Alphabetical parts list

An alphabetical listing of all printer parts with their part numbers and locations.

Numerical parts list

A numerical listing of all printer parts with their part numbers and locations.

A Printer specifications

Electrical specifications

Details voltage and frequency requirements for 110-volt and 230-volt printer models.

Power-consumption specifications

Provides power consumption data in watts for various printer operating modes.

Acoustic specifications

Specifies sound power and pressure levels for the printer during operation.

Operating-environment specifications

Lists recommended and allowed temperature, humidity, and altitude ranges for the printer.

B Product warranty

Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement

Details the terms and conditions of the HP hardware and software limited warranty.

Availability of support and service

Describes the various service and support options available globally.

HP maintenance agreements

Information on available maintenance agreements, including Next-Day Onsite Service.

C Regulatory statements

FCC regulations

States compliance with FCC rules for Class B digital devices and measures to avoid interference.

Declaration of conformity

Certifies product compliance with safety and EMC directives, including CE-Marking.

Safety statements

Includes laser safety warnings, Canadian EMC Class B requirements, and EMI statements.

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