User manual HP PSC 1340 Reference Guide

[. . . ] No part of the document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of Hewlett-Packard Company. This product incorporates Adobe's PDF technology, which contains an implementation of LZW licensed under U. Adobe and the Acrobat logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Hewlett-Packard assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document, nor does it make expressed or implied warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. [. . . ] Keep fluids away from the interior of the HP PSC as well as the front panel. To ensure the best print quality from your HP PSC, you will need to perform some simple maintenance procedures. This section contains the following topics: · Check the ink levels on page 32 print a self-test report on page 33 handle print cartridges on page 33 replace the print cartridges on page 34 use a photo print cartridge on page 36 use a print cartridge protector on page 36 align the print cartridges on page 37 clean the print cartridge contacts on page 39 You can easily check the ink supply level to determine how soon you might need to replace a print cartridge. The ink level supply shows an approximation of the amount of ink remaining in the print cartridges. Checking the ink levels can only be done from the HP Photo & Imaging Director (HP Director). To check the ink level for Windows users 1 2 From the HP Director, choose Settings, choose Print Settings, and then choose Printer Toolbox. To check the ink level for Macintosh users 1 2 3 From the HP Director, choose Settings, and then choose Maintain Printer. If the Select Printer dialog box opens, select your HP PSC, and then click Utilities. If you are experiencing problems with printing, print a Self-Test Report before you replace the print cartridges. The HP PSC prints a Self-Test Report, which might indicate the source of any problems you might be having. ­ Missing color blocks might indicate that the tri-color print cartridge is out of ink. You might need to clean or replace your print cartridges. ­ Streaks might indicate clogged nozzles or dirty contacts. You might need to clean the print cartridges. Before you replace a print cartridge, you should know the part names and how to handle the print cartridge. Copper contacts Plastic tape with pink pull tab (must be removed) Ink nozzles under tape The HP PSC notifies you when you need to replace your print cartridges. Replace the print cartridges when you see faded text or if you experience print quality issues related to the print cartridges. For more information on ordering replacement print cartridges, see order print cartridges on the inside back cover. 1 2 Turn on the HP PSC and then lower the paper tray to access the printcarriage access door. After the carriage stops moving, push down on the print cartridge to release it, and then pull it toward you out of its slot. 4 Remove the new print cartridge from its packaging and, being careful to touch only the bright pink plastic tab, gently remove the plastic tape to uncover the ink nozzles. After you have removed the plastic tape, install the print cartridge immediately to prevent the ink from drying in the nozzles. [. . . ] Insert a memory card in the appropriate memory card slot, wait for it to be read, and try again. ⷠThe HP PSC had not finished reading the memory card. It can take several minutes for the HP PSC to read a memory card that contains many images. Wait for the Read Status LED to stop blinking before you press the Photo button. [. . . ]