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1. D default printer OS X E F envelopes environmental statement G greeting cards H hp inkjet utility l K iron on transfers file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_index_fs html 2 of 8 5 9 2002 10 24 26 AM Newport ROW Mac UG Final 145 index Newport ROW Mac UG Final L labels lights about flashing flashing all on power light is flashing Print Cartridge Status light is on resume light is flashing M maintenance print cartridge printer body managing available printers OS X print jobs OS X margins minimum printing margins minimum system requirements 146 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_index_fs html 3 of 8 5 9 2002 10 24 26 AM index notices O output options OS X P Q page layout OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic OS X page setup OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic OS X paper jam paper trays paper type OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic OS X photographs print cartridge cradle cleaning in the center file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_index_fs html 4 of 8 5 9 2002 10 24 26 AM Newport ROW Mac UG Final 147 index on the left on the right Print Cartridge Status light flashing on print cartridge calibrating maintenance recovery recycling refilling replacing print cartridges print cartridges automatically cleaning print dialog box OS X print settings
2. Newport ROW Mac UG Final using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic The printer is controlled by software installed on your computer Use the printer software to perform the following tasks e choosing the printer e printing from the computer s desktop e checking the printer status e using the page setup dialog box e using the print dialog box e viewing and changing the status of a print job A Mac OS X Classic is a Mac OS X feature that allows applications built for Mac OS 9 x to run on a g Mac OS X computer Mac OS X Classic applications have a Mac OS 9 x interface choosing the printer Setting the printer as your computer s default printer will automatically route all print jobs to that printer You can select another printer for a particular document however switching printers may affect a document s formatting and pagination If you select a printer always check the document for changes in formatting and pagination before printing setting up the printer Follow these steps to setup the printer 1 Select Chooser from the Apple menu 2 Click the hp printer icon in the left side of the Chooser dialog box 22 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 1 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic Chooser Select a hp deskjet hp deskjet 5550 DAVE Client PSP
3. 4 Orientation Click the appropriate icon for the page orientation 5 Mirror Image Click to print a mirror image 6 Rotate 1802 Click to rotate the page image 180 degrees top to bottom turns the original upside down 7 Two Sided Safe Margins Click to adjust page margins for two sided printing 8 Borderless Printing See borderless printing using the print dialog box Use the Print dialog box to modify print settings for the document you are printing The options displayed depend on the panel selected displaying the print dialog box To display the Print dialog box open the document you want to print then select File gt Print menu and buttons Use the menu and buttons for these functions 25 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 4 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic hp deskjet 5550 Copies Ss O Collated Pages All Paper Size US Letter Sealing 100 Paper Type Automatic Duplex One Side e orom w Print Quality Normal Image ColorSmart III Newport ROW Mac UG Final L Print Back to Front Orientation Portrait Layout Normal Print In Background 1 Panel Menu Click the menu to select different panels General Paper Type Quality Layout Color Digital Photography Background Printing or an application specific panel 2 Settings Menu Click to select one of the following
4. o Select a pre defined or Default set of print settings o Create or edit a set of print settings 3 Preview Click to see a preview of the printed document 4 Cancel Click to close the Print dialog box without printing 5 OK Click to print the document general Use the General panel for these functions file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 5 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM 26 using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final hp deskjet 5550 ay Copies a L Collated L Print Back to Front Pages All Q From w 4 Paper Size US Letter Scaling 100 Orientation Portrait Paper Type Automatic Print Quality Normal Layout Normal Duplex One Side Image ColorSmart III Print In Background Preview Cancer __ox_ Copies Enter the number of copies to be printed Collate Select to collate if printing multiple copies Print Back to Front Select to print the last sheet first oe eS oe Pages Choose one of the following o Click All to print the entire document o TO print a range of pages click From then enter the first page to print in the From box and the last page to print in the To box paper type quality Use the Paper Type Quality panel for these functions 27 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 6 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac
5. OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic printer software OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic OS X printer features Newport ROW Mac UG Final printing from the desktop OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic printing file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_index_fs html 5 of 8 5 9 2002 10 24 26 AM 148 index background OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic banners borderless digital photographs documents envelopes greeting cards index cards iron on transfers labels noise after print cartridge installed paper problems photographs plain paper posters printer ejects the paper printout problems problems slo small media transparencies two sided documents file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_index_fs html 6 of 8 5 9 2002 10 24 26 AM Newport ROW Mac UG Final 149 index USB problems printout problems recycling regulatory notices removing ink from skin and clothing reserve mode special features specifications status changing OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic checking OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic system requirements terms and conventions troubleshooting two sided printing about file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_index_fs html 7 of 8 5 9 2002 10 24 26 AM Newport ROW Mac UG Final 150 index binding OS X OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic U V USB about printing problems user s guide using
6. Standard B Copies amp Pages E a Copies a 1 M Collated eB rases All From 1 f Preview f Cancel Print gt 1 Copies Enter the number of copies to be printed 2 Collated Select to collate if printing multiple copies 3 Pages Choose one of the following o Click All to print the entire document o To print a range of pages click From then enter the first page to print in the From box and the last page to print in the To box layout Use the Layout panel for these functions 35 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 3 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM using printer software with Mac OS X Final Printer deskjet 5550 ry Saved Settings Standard B Layout B Pages per Sheet 1 in 1 Layout Direction 2 Border None ka 3 f Preview Cancel E Print gt 1 Pages per Sheet Select how many pages to print on each sheet of paper 2 Layout Direction Select the option for how multiple pages are arranged on a sheet of paper 3 Border Select the border to appear around each page output options Use the Output Options panel for these functions Print Printer deskjet 5550 ia Saved Settings Standard rj _ Output Options B gD C Save as File O Format PDF Preview Cancel Print gt 1 Save as File Select to print to file 2 Format Select either PDF o
7. 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 09 AM posters Newport ROW Mac UG Final posters printing guidelines Poster printing is not available in Mac OS X preparing to print Raise the Out tray Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray Fan the edges of the sheets to separate them then align the edges Place the paper in the In tray oe SY Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper 6 Lower the Out tray printing posters 1 If necessary open the Page Setup dialog box and set the page size scaling or orientation 2 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings Paper Group Automatic Plain Paper or Inkjet Paper Paper Type Appropriate inkjet paper if Inkjet Paper group is selected Paper Type Quality Print Quality Normal 77 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_posters_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 10 AM posters Newport ROW Mac UG Final Multiple Page Per Sheet Menu Layout Tiling Tiling Size 2 3 or 4 3 Select any other desired print settings 4 After you have selected the print settings click OK 5 After the poster has printed trim the edges on the sheets then tape the sheets together For a description of available print options click Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic C file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_posters_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 10 AM 78 banners Newport ROW Mac UG Final banners pri
8. High Resolution Photo 1200 dpi text rendering 1200 x 1200 dpi 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi resolution 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color printing on premium photo papers High Resolution Photo 1200 x 1200 input dpi may require a large amount of disk space depending on input image and will take longer to print depending on input image color and photo print cartridges Up to 6 ink printing Requires hp photo print cartridge 58 For more information see print cartridges print technology Drop on demand thermal inkjet printing software compatibility USB connection Mac OS version 8 6 9 x or Mac OS X version 10 1 x AppleTalk connection Mac OS version 8 6 9 x or Mac OS X version 10 1 x duty cycle 3000 pages per month memory 128 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printerspec_fs html 2 of 6 5 9 2002 10 24 22 AM printer_spec Newport ROW Mac UG Final 8 MB built in RAM processor 96 MHz processor buttons and lights Cancel button Print Cartridge Status light Resume button and light Power button and light i o interface Centronics Parallel IEEE 1284 Compliant with 1284 B receptacle Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 compatible dimensions Without Automatic Two Sided Printing Module 449 mm wide x 144 mm high x 368 mm deep operating environment Maximum operating conditions Temperature 41 to 104 degrees F 5 to 40 degrees C Humidity 15 to 80 percent RH non condensing Recommended opera
9. Mac_UG_ROW ug_auto_off_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 04 AM 50 using the automatic paper type sensor i Newport ROW Mac UG Final using the automatic paper type sensor For a description of the Automatic Paper Type Sensor feature see Automatic Paper Type Sensor turning off the automatic paper type sensor 1 Open the Print dialog box 2 Select the Paper Type Quality panel 3 Do one of the following o Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic Select a paper group other than Automatic o Mac OS X Select a paper type other than Automatic 4 Do one of the following o Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic Click OK o Mac OS X Click Print For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X turning on the automatic paper type sensor 1 Open the Print dialog box 2 Select the Paper Type Quality panel 3 Do one of the following o Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic Select Automatic in the Paper Group box o Mac OS X Select Automatic in the Paper Type box 4 Do one of the following o Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic Click OK o Mac OS X Click Print 51 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_using_the_automatic_paper type_sensor_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 04 AM borderless printing ae Newport ROW Mac UG Final borderless printing Borderless printing lets you print to the edges of small media such as cards and photos 4 x 6 inch photo paper wit
10. Normal 4 Click OK printing banners with Mac OS X 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Page Attributes Paper Size A4 Letter Banner or US Letter Banner 2 Click OK file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_banners_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 11 AM 80 banners Newport ROW Mac UG Final 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Type Automatic or Plain Paper Type Quality Paper Quality Normal 4 Select any other desired print settings 5 After selecting the print settings click Print For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_banners_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 11 AM 81 iron on transfers Newport ROW Mac UG Final iron on transfers printing guidelines e When printing a document with a mirror image the text and pictures are horizontally reversed from what appears on the computer screen e Use hp iron on t shirt transfer paper for great results preparing to print 1 Raise the Out tray 2 Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray 3 Fan the edges of the iron on transfer paper to separate them then align the edges 4 Place the iron on transfer paper in the In tray with the printable side down 5 Slide
11. Select the printer The print queue appears deskjet 5550 My Apple Start Page powered by Excite inven Printing job Status Name Fror ee Printing My Apple Start wered by Excite Normal My Apple Start wered by Excite Normal Delete Resume 3 Click a print job to select it 4 Use the buttons to manage the print job as desired o Delete Cancels the selected print job o Hold Pauses the selected print job o Resume Restarts a paused print job 41 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 9 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM printing a document Newport ROW Mac UG Final printing a document For printing instructions select the appropriate option e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X Classic computer Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic The following instructions provide the most common method of selecting page layout and print options The software program you are using may vary from the method described controlling page layout 1 2 Open the file you want to print Click File gt Page Setup to display the Page Attributes screen to select paper size scaling borderless printing orientation mirror image rotate 1802 and Two Sided Printing Click OK to save the page l
12. UG Final Envelopes 75 to 90 g m 2 20 to 24 Ib Cards Up to 200 g m 2 110 Ib index max Banner paper 60 to 90 g m 2 16 to 24 Ib media handling In tray capacity Plain paper sheets Up to 100 Banners Up to 20 sheets Envelopes Up to 15 Greeting cards Up to 5 cards Labels Up to 20 sheets of labels use only U S Letter or A4 sized sheets Photo paper Up to 25 sheets Index cards Up to 40 cards Hagaki cards Up to 40 cards Transparencies Up to 25 Out tray capacity FastDraft Up to 35 sheets Normal Up to 50 sheets Best Up to 50 sheets media size Paper U S Letter 216 x 279 mm 8 5 x 11 in Legal 216 x 356 mm 8 5 x 14 in Executive 184 x 267 mm 7 25 x 10 5 in A4 210 x 297 mm A5 148 x 210 mm B5 182 x 257 mm Photo L 89 x 127 mm Japan User Defined file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printerspec_fs html 5 of 6 5 9 2002 10 24 22 AM 131 printer_spec Newport ROW Mac UG Final Width 77 to 215 mm 3 0 to 8 5 in Length 127 to 355 mm 5 0 to 14 in Banner U S Letter 216 x 279 mm 8 5 x 11 in A4 210 x 297 mm Envelopes U S No 10 105 x 241 mm 4 12 x 9 5 in Invitation A2 111 x 146 mm 4 38 x 5 75 in DL 110 x 220 mm 8 66 x 4 33 in C6 114 x 162 mm 4 48 x 6 38in Index Greeting Cards 76 x 127 mm 3 x 5 in 102 x 152 mm 4 x 6 in 127 x 203 mm 5 x 8 in A6 Cards 105 x 148 5 mm Hagaki 100 x 148 mm L size 89 x 127 mm Labels U S Letter 216 x 279 mm 8 5 x 11 in
13. be cleaned This takes about one minute and uses one sheet of paper finns inna Tir Click Clean to clean the print cartridges now f Clean gt Status USB Name deskjet 5550 1 Inkjet Utility Panel Menu Select the appropriate panel o WOWI Prints a sample page to view the output quality of the printer o Test Prints a test page or a diagnostic page o Clean Cleans the print cartridges o Calibrate Aligns the print cartridges o Configure Enables Auto Off feature o Support Provides access to the HP Website where you can find support for the printer and information about HP products and supplies o Register Accesses the HP Website to register the printer 100 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_mac_utility_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 16 AM troubleshooting i Newport ROW Mac UG Final troubleshooting Click the topic below that best describes the problem e printer is not printing e problems with printouts e printer lights are flashing or on e printer is too slow e borderless printing problems If you continue to have problems after investigating the above topics contact HP_ Customer Care 101 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_troubleshooting_intro_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 16 AM printer is not printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final printer is not printing verify the following e The printer is connected to the power source e The cable connections a
14. color tone 3 Digital Photos See printing digital photographs 4 Ink Click to set ink dry time and density two sided printing 2 The Automatic Two Sided Printing Accessory must be attached to the back of the printer to print a two sided document with Mac OS X Use the Two Sided Printing panel for these functions Print Printer deskjet 5550 ry Saved Settings Standard B Two Sided Printing ry Print Both Sides Binding 1 Print Both Sides Check this box to print a two sided document 2 Binding Select the appropriate binding Book binding m Tablet binding E using the print center Use the Print Center to 38 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 6 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final e Manage available printers e Select a default printer e Add a printer e Manage print jobs displaying the print center Follow these steps to display the Print Center 1 Click Applications in the Finder window 2 Select the Utilities folder 3 Select the Print Center icon managing available printers Use the Print Center to manage available printers Kind Status deskjet 5550 hp inkjet v1 3 Delete Add Printer Name Column Click a printer name to select the printer Blue Bullet Indicates default printer Delete Select a printer then click Del
15. document is printed off center or at an angle e parts of the document are missing or printed in the wrong place e printout does not reflect new print settings e photos are not printing correctly e banner does not print correctly e blank pages print print quality is poor e print cartridges need to be cleaned e print is faded e too much or too little ink appears on the page print cartridges need to be cleaned If your printed pages are missing lines or dots or if streaks appear the print cartridges need to be cleaned For cleaning instructions see automatically cleaning print cartridges print is faded 1 Verify that a black print cartridge is installed If the black text and images on your printouts are faded you may be printing using only the tri color print cartridge Insert a black print cartridge in addition to the tri color print cartridge for true black print resolution 2 Verify that neither of the print cartridges is low on ink If a print cartridge is low on ink consider replacing the print cartridge a If you do not have a replacement cartridge remove the low ink cartridge g and use the printer in the reserve mode 3 Verify that the plastic tape has been removed from both print cartridges 106 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printout_problems_fs html 1 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 18 AM problems with printouts Newport ROW Mac UG Final too much or too little ink appears on
16. file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_trays_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 23 55 AM print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final print cartridges Three print cartridges can be used with your printer e black print cartridge e tri color print cartridge e photo print cartridge SS o O0 O 1 black print cartridge 2 tri color print cartridge 3 photo print cartridge print cartridge selection selection number product number black c6656a tri color c6657a photo print c6658a For installation instructions see replacing print cartridges print cartridge For storage instructions see maintaining print cartridges For recycling instructions see print cartridge recovery s For print cartridge ink capacity see the information included in the print g cartridge packaging 16 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_ink_delivery_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 55 AM automatic paper type sensor Newport ROW Mac UG Final automatic paper type sensor The Automatic Paper Type Sensor determines the correct paper type and adjusts the print settings for most paper or media placed in the paper tray Automatic is the default option in the Print dialog box This feature particularly when used with HP paper and media provides better printing results When the Automatic default option is selected the Automatic Paper Type Sensor is engaged The printer scans the first page of a document with a
17. for most printing jobs You can choose the number of pages to appear on each sheet of paper 1 Normal 2 4 6 9 or 12 up o Booklet Select Booklet to print a booklet then select the size of paper to use You can print the booklet from left to right or right to left o ZoomSmart Print On Select ZoomSmart to scale from one paper size to another for example to shrink a legal size document to print on letter A4 paper o Tiling Select to print one image on several sheets of paper Use the the Tiling Size option to select how many pages to print the image on 2 Print Border If more than one page is being printed on a sheet of paper select Print Border to print a border around each page on the sheet 3 Print Both Sides Select for two sided printing 4 Binding Click the icon for Book binding at the side or Tablet binding at the top when using two sided printing 5 Manual Automatic Select Manual for manual two sided printing You can select Automatic only if you have installed the optional HP Two Sided Printing Accessory duplexer digital photography For a description of the Digital Photography panel see printing digital photographs color 29 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 8 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final Use the Color panel for these functions 3 4 hp deskjet 5550
18. html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 03 AM two sided printing Printer deskjet 5550 i Saved Settings Standard B _ Two Sided Printing B Vv Print Both Sides Binding f Preview 5 Select Print Both Sides 6 Select the appropriate binding f Book binding WA ae ie Tablet binding 7 Change any other desired print settings then click Print g Manual two sided printing is not available in Mac OS X 46 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_twosided_printing_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 03 AM printing digital photographs i nd Newport ROW Mac UG Final printing digital photographs The hp deskjet printer has several features to improve the print quality of your digital photographs For printing instructions select the appropriate option e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X computer am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X Mac OS 8 6 and 9 x accessing the digital photography options 1 Open the Print dialog box 2 Select the Digital Photography panel using the hp digital photography options dialog box Use the HP Digital Photography Panel to set these options hp deskjet 5550 1 i Digital Photography Contrast Auto Digital Flash Off Sharpness Low Smoothing High 2 3 4 SmartFocus On 5 Q Off O Manual Automatic
19. is too slow borderless printing problems file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_toc_level1_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 23 49 AM user s guide TOC Newport ROW Mac UG Final There is a problem with the Print Cartridges error message appears on the computer screen specifications printer specifications minimum system requirements minimum printing margins environmental statement print cartridge recovery limited warranty regulatory notices index file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_toc_level1_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 23 49 AM notices Newport ROW Mac UG Final notices e notices and acknowledgements e terms and conventions e accessibility e using the onscreen user s guide file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_notices_intro_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 50 AM notices and acknowledgements P Newport ROW Mac UG Final notices and acknowledgements hewlett packard company notices The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Hewlett Packard HP makes no 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 Hewlett Packard shall not be liable for any errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material All rights reserved Reproduction adaptation or translat
20. measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help LED indicator statement 142 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_regnotices_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 25 AM regulatory notices Newport ROW Mac UG Final The display LEDs meet the requirements of EN 60825 1 ORB FHM RESERES SSeS CV OC meee FHS FSA BRRRWRECT ORB RERRCRATSCe SBMA LTHETA DORENS EAST LES 3 VaR RIOELT PRASHSESERSSSFRIPFLCEMHUET Bye LS AA Tie TIE LR Re LOR SL ASA SIS CRA Ar Hoala Wao ALA ZIM BS AAS AL FAAP OAS SE VE ALAA ASH NOLI 143 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_regnotices_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 25 AM index index A accessibility acknowledgements adding a printer OS X auto on and auto off feature automatic paper type sensor about using banners borderless printing about problems buttons calibrating the print cartridge file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_index_fs html 1 of 8 5 9 2002 10 24 26 AM Newport ROW Mac UG Final 144 index choosing the printer OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic cleaning print cartridge print cartridge cradle connectivity copies and pages panel OS X
21. source an A WU N Press the Power button to turn on the printer file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_flashing_light_problems_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 18 AM 112 print cartridge status light is on i Newport ROW Mac UG Final print cartridge status light is on The Print Cartridge Status light is on when one or both of the cartridges is low on ink 1 Print Cartridge Status light 1 Open the printer s top cover 2 Note the print cartridge cradle s position Click the appropriate description below e Print cartridge cradle is on the left e Print cartridge cradle is on the right e Print cartridge cradle is in the center print cartridge cradle is on the left black or photo print cartridge is low on ink At some point print quality will deteriorate We recommend that you have a replacement print cartridge available If you do not have a replacement available you may remove the black or the photo print cartridge and print in reserve mode using only the tri color print cartridge The printer may print more slowly and colors may be altered when using only the tri color print cartridge print cartridge cradle is on the right tri color print cartridge is low on ink At some point print quality will deteriorate We recommend that you have a 113 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_low_on_ink_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 19 AM print cartridge status light is on Newport ROW Mac U
22. the labels are not sticky wrinkled or pulling away from the protective backing e Do not use plastic or clear labels The ink will not dry on these labels e Never place more than 20 sheets of labels in the In tray at one time preparing to print Raise the Out tray Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray Fan the edges of the label sheets to separate them then align the label edges Load up to 20 label sheets label side down in the In tray oS SS i Slide the paper guides firmly against the sheets 6 Lower the Out tray printing labels provided with the software program Otherwise follow the instructions below i If your software program includes a label printing feature follow the instructions e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X Classic computer file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_labels_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 07 AM labels Newport ROW Mac UG Final I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing labels with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Page Size A4 Letter or US Letter Page Attributes Orientation Appropriate orientation 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Group Automatic Plain P
23. the page In the Page Setup dialog box select a paper type other than Automatic 1 Open the Print dialog box 2 Select the Paper Type Quality panel then do one of the following o Mac OS 8 6 9 x or Classic Select a Paper Group other than Automatic then select a paper type if necessary o Mac OS X Select an appropriate paper type other than Automatic 3 Reprint the document text and images are misaligned If the text and images on your printouts are misaligned then calibrate the printer to align the print cartridges Follow these steps to calibrate the printer 1 Open the hp inkjet utility 2 Select the Calibrate panel 3 Click the Align button then follow the onscreen instructions document is printed off center or at an angle 1 Verify that the paper is correctly placed in the paper tray 2 Verify that the paper guides fit firmly against the paper 3 Reprint the document parts of the document are missing or printed in the wrong place 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box and verify the following panel setting 107 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printout_problems_fs html 2 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 18 AM problems with printouts Newport ROW Mac UG Final Page Size or Paper Size Appropriate paper size Page Attributes Scale Select to scale text and graphics to fit on the paper Orientation Appropriate orientation 2 If you are using Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Clas
24. the page layout options selecting print options 8 9 Open the file you want to print Click File gt Print to display the Print dialog box Select the Copies and Pages panel to select the number of copies to print and which pages are to be printed Select Layout to choose multiple pages per sheet layout order and borders Select Output Options to save the file as a PDF or PostScript file Select Paper Type Quality to choose print quality options paper type print mode and digital photography options Select Two Sided Printing to print a two sided document and choose the binding options Select Summary to view the print settings for the document Click Print to print the document For a description of the Mac OS X printer software see using printer software with Mac OS X 43 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printing_a_document_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 02 AM two sided printing 5 S Newport ROW Mac UG Final two sided printing For printing instructions select the appropriate option e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X computer am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X g The Automatic Two Sided Printing Accessory must be attached to the back of the printer to print a two sided document with Mac OS X two sided printing with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic Follow thes
25. time viewing and changing the status of a print job When printing a document with background printing use the Print Status dialog box to see the status of the document as it is printing displaying the print status dialog box Double click the hp printer icon on the desktop to display the Print Status dialog box using the print status dialog box The following options are available on the Print Status dialog box 31 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 10 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 Default Printer Page 1 of 1 Copies 1 1 Control Buttons Select a print job in the print queue then click one of the following buttons to control printing Set the print time Delete a print job 2 Column Titles Click a column title to sort print jobs 3 Print Queue Select a print job then drag it to a new position in the print queue file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 11 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM 32 using printer software with Mac OS X i Newport ROW Mac UG Final using printer software with Mac OS X The printer is controlled by software installed on the computer For instructions on using the printer software select one of the following topics e using the page setup dialog box e using the print dialog box e using the print center Mac
26. to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference and e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Pursuant to part 15 21 of the FCC Rules any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Hewlett Packard Company may cause harmful interference and void your authority to operate this equipment Use of a shielded data cable is required to comply with the Class B limits of part 15 of the FCC Rules For further information contact Hewlett Packard Company Manager of Corporate Product Regulations 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto CA 94304 605 857 1501 note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions can cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
27. with only one print cartridge installed For more af information see reserve mode To replace a print cartridge 1 Press the Power button to turn on the printer 2 Open the top cover The cradle moves to the center of the printer 3 Open the cradle latch 4 Slide the print cartridge out of the print cartridge cradle and discard it 1 press Power button 2 open top cover 3 open cradle latch 4 slide print cartridge out of cradle 5 Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the plastic tape Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strip is on the bottom 86 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_replacecartridge_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 12 AM replacing print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 pink pull tab Caution Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts Touching these parts will result in clogs ink failure and bad electrical connections Do not remove the copper strips They are required electrical contacts Slide the print cartridge firmly into the cradle as shown Ensure that the copper contacts of the print cartridge meet the copper contacts of the print cartridge cradle 1 copper contacts 7 Close the cradle latch Pull the latch forward then press it down to tuck the tabs 9 into place Close the top cover If the Print Cartridge Status light continues to blink after installing a new print cartridge verify t
28. 1 Contrast Enhancement Adjust contrast to preference Click Automatic to allow the printer driver to automatically balance contrast 2 Digital Flash Lighten dark images Click Automatic to allow the printer driver to automatically balance lightness and darkness 3 Sharpness Adjust image sharpness to preference Click Automatic to allow the printer driver to 47 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printing_digital_photographs_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 03 AM printing digital photographs Newport ROW Mac UG Final automatically balance sharpness 4 Smoothing Adjust distortion to preference Click Automatic to allow the printer driver to automatically balance smoothing 5 SmartFocus Click On to allow the printer driver to automatically focus images Mac OS X accessing the digital photography options 1 Open the Print dialog box 2 Select the Printer Type Quality panel 3 Click the Digital Photo tab using the hp digital photography options Printer deskjet 5550 ka Saved Settings Standard ka _ Paper Type Quality B Color Options Dic _ Digital Flash Ea 1 The Digital Flash Section allows you to adjust the Digital Flash effect on all images of a print job by adjusting the digital flash slider to increase or decrease the amount of flash applied to the images Preview Cancel Print gt 1 Use the HP Digital Photography tab to set these options o Contrast
29. 9 x and X Classic Newport ROW Mac UG Final checking the printer status The printer desktop icon shows you the status of the printer Printer is idle and set as the default printer Printer is idle and not set as the default printer Printing on the default printer Printing stopped on the default printer Error on the default printer The printer driver is not available using the page setup dialog box Use the Page Setup dialog box to modify a document s layout displaying the page setup dialog box To display the Page Setup dialog box open the software program used to create the document then select File gt Page Setup description The following options are available on the Page Setup dialog box 24 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 3 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic hp deskjet 5550 Page Setup Page Attributes rayeswe Ueter O Scaling A Orientation O Mirror Image L Rotate 180 O Two Sided Safe Margins 1 Menu Choose one of the following o Page Attributes To set print options for the document o Application Attributes To set print options specific to the application being used 2 Page Size Select the paper size 3 Scaling Reduce or enlarge a document image o Enter a number from 25 99 to reduce a document image o Enter a number from 101 to 400 to enlarge a document image
30. A4 210 x 297 mm Transparencies U S Letter 216 x 279 mm 8 5 x 11 in A4 210 x 297 mm Photo with tear off tab 102 x 152 mm 4 x 6 in print cartridges Black selection number 56 part number c6656a Tri Color selection number 57 part number c6657a Photo selection number 58 part number c6658a 132 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printerspec_fs html 6 of 6 5 9 2002 10 24 22 AM minimum system requirements Newport ROW Mac UG Final minimum system requirements Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements USB connection Mac OS 8 6 and 9 x PowerPC MacOS based computer with a USB port Minimum 64 MB RAM 10 MB minimum available hard disk space Mac OS X version 10 1 x and Classic PowerPC MacOS based computer with a USB port Minimum 128 MB RAM 10 MB minimum available hard disk space AppleTalk connection PowerPC MacOS based computer MacOS version 8 6 9 x or Mac OS X version 10 1 x Minimum 64 MB 10 MB minimum available hard disk space file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_minimum_system_requirements_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 22 AM 133 minimum printing margins a ae Newport ROW Mac UG Final minimum printing margins The printer cannot print outside a designated area of the page Minimum print margins for common media types are shown below A4 paper Left and Right Margins 3 4 mm 0 134 in Top Margin 1 8 mm 0 07 in Bottom Margin 11 7 mm 0 46 in letter leg
31. Color Image ColorSmartlll Gp Saturation 2 gt I i I i Vibrant Brightness 3 Color Tone 4 Cooler Warmer Preview cancer _ox_ Image Choose one of the following o ColorSmart III Prints optimum color quality o ColorSync Prints using the ColorSync matching system o Grayscale Prints in shades of gray o Black amp White Prints in black and white without shades of gray Saturation Slide to adjust the color saturation Brightness Slide to make the image lighter or darker Color Tone Slide to adjust coolness and warmth background printing Use the Background Printing panel for these functions 30 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 9 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic Final hp deskjet 5550 Background Printing Foreground Background Q Urgent Normal Print at 10 08 PM 4 10 01 Q Put document on hold 1 Print In Choose one of the following o Foreground Faster printing o Background Allows you to use the computer while the document prints 2 Print Time Choose one of the following o Urgent Begin printing as soon as possible o Normal Print job will be sent to queue and printed in order o Print at Specify a date and time to print the document o Put document on hold Hold the document in the desktop printer to print at a later
32. Enhancement Adjust contrast to preference Click Auto to allow the printer drivets to automatically balance contrast file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printing_digital_photographs_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 03 AM printing digital photographs Newport ROW Mac UG Final o Digital Flash Lighten dark images Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance lightness and darkness o Sharpness Adjust image sharpness to preference Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance sharpness o Smoothing Adjust distortion to preference Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance smoothing o SmartFocus Click On to allow the printer driver to automatically focus images file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printing_digital_photographs_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 03 AM 49 auto on and auto off feature Newport ROW Mac UG Final auto on and auto off feature enabling auto on Auto On is a default feature of the printer The printer automatically turns on when you print a file enabling auto off Enable the auto off feature to place the printer in a low power energy efficient mode after it has been idle for 30 minutes To enable the auto off feature open the hp inkjet utility select the Configuration panel then follow the onscreen instructions For instructions on using the hp inkjet utility see using the hp inkjet utility file C Projects Newport
33. G Final replacement print cartridge available If you do not have a replacement available you may remove the tri color print cartridge and print in reserve mode using only the black or photo print cartridge The printer prints all documents in grayscale when using only the black or photo print cartridge print cartridge cradle is in the center both print cartridges are low on ink At some point print quality will deteriorate We recommend that you have replacement print cartridges available 114 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_low_on_ink_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 19 AM print cartridge status light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final print cartridge status light is flashing The Print Cartridge Status light flashes when one or both of the print cartridges is improperly installed or malfunctioning 1 Print Cartridge Status light 1 Open the printer s top cover 2 Note the print cartridge cradle s position Click the appropriate description below e Print cartridge cradle is on the left e Print cartridge cradle is on the right e Print cartridge cradle is in the center the print cartridge cradle is on the left there is a problem with the black or photo print cartridge 115 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_print_cartridge_light_flashing_cover_open_fs html 1 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 19 AM print cartridge status light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 the print cart
34. OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic Final hp deskjet 5550 Paper Type Quality Paper Selection Group Automatic Jj Type x 4 FastDraft Everyday Normal Best High Resolution Photo 1 Paper Group Select the category of paper used such as plain paper or select automatic to engage the Automatic Paper Type Sensor 2 Paper Type Select the specific type of paper used The available options vary according to the Paper Group selected 3 Quality Quality of printout There are five options to choose from Best Normal Everyday FastDraft and High Resolution Photo Best provides the best print quality at the slowest printing speed The print speed increases and the print quality lessens with Normal Everyday and FastDraft FastDraft provides draft quality at the fastest printing speed High Resolution photo is available for some photo papers 4 Ink Click to set the ink dry time and density layout Select the Layout panel for page layout options 28 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 7 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic Final hp deskjet 5550 C ja _ Multiple Pages Per Sheet 1 C Print Border 2 3 L Print Both Sides 4 Binding EX O Manual 5 Automatic 1 Layout Menu Choose one of the following combinations o Multiple Pages Per Sheet Pages Per Sheet Select these options
35. OS X Classic is a Mac OS X feature that allows applications built for Mac OS 9 x to run on a Mac s OS X computer Mac OS X Classic applications have a Mac OS 9 x interface For more information see using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic using the page setup dialog box Use the Page Setup dialog box to modify a document s layout displaying the page setup screen To display the Page Setup screen open the software program used to create the document then select File gt Page Setup description The following options are available on the Page Setup dialog box Page Setup Settings Page Attributes A 1 Format for deskjet 5550 B 2 Paper Size US Letter B 3 8 50 in x 11 00 in Orientation 4 5 1 Settings Choose one of the following o Page Attributes To set print options for the document o Application Attributes To set print options specific to the application being used 33 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 1 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final o Summary To view the print settings for the document o Borderless Printing See borderless printing Format for Select the printer name Paper Size Select the paper size Orientation Click the appropriate icon for the page orientation a ge wee Scale Reduce or enlarge a document image o Enter a number from 25 99 t
36. OW ug_transparencies_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 07 AM transparencies Newport ROW Mac UG Final panel setting Paper Group Automatic or Transparency Film Paper Type Quality Paper Type Appropriate transparency film if Transparency Film is selected as paper group 3 Select any other desired print settings 4 After you have selected the print settings click OK The printer may wait for transparencies to dry before releasing them to the top of the tray printing transparencies with Mac OS X 1 If necessary open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer page size scaling or orientation options 2 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Type Automatic or the appropriate transparency film Paper Type Quality 3 Select any other desired print settings 4 After you have selected the print settings click Print The printer may wait for transparencies to dry before releasing them to the top of the tray For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X 62 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_transparencies_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 07 AM labels Newport ROW Mac UG Final labels printing guidelines e Use only paper labels that are designed specifically for inkjet printers e Use only full sheets of labels e Verify that
37. W Mac UG Final printer features The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient To view a printer feature click below on the name of the feature 1 buttons and lights 2 paper trays 1 reserve mode 2 print cartridges 3 automatic paper type sensor file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printerfeatures_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 23 54 AM 11 printer features Newport ROW Mac UG Final o 1 connectivity file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printerfeatures_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 23 54 AM 12 buttons and lights Newport ROW Mac UG Final buttons and lights The printer buttons let you turn the printer on and off cancel a print job or resume printing The lights give you visual cues about the status of the printer 1 Cancel button 2 Print Cartridge Status light 3 Resume button and light 4 Power button and light cancel button Pressing the Cancel button cancels the current print job print cartridge status symbol and light The Print Cartridge Status light turns on or flashes when a print cartridge needs service resume button and lights The Resume light flashes when an action is required such as loading paper or clearing a paper jam When the problem is solved press the Resume button to continue printing power button and light The Power button turns the printer on and off It may take a few seconds for the printer to turn
38. al and executive paper Left and Right Margins 6 4 mm 0 25 in Top Margin 1 8 mm 0 07 in Bottom Margin 11 7 mm 0 46 in A5 B5 and user defined paper Left and Right Margins 3 2 mm 0 125 in Top Margin 1 8 mm 0 07 in Bottom Margin 11 7 mm 0 46 in cards 3 x 5 in 4 x 6 5 x 8 and A6 Left and Right Margins 3 2 mm 0 125 in Top Margin 1 8 mm 0 07 in Bottom Margin 11 7 mm 0 46 in Hagaki postcards Left and Right Margins 3 2 mm 0 125 in Top Margin 1 8 mm 0 07 in Bottom Margin 11 7 mm 0 46 in envelopes 134 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_minimum_printing_margins_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 23 AM minimum printing margins Newport ROW Mac UG Final Left and Right Margins 3 2 mm 0 125 in Top Margin 1 8 mm 0 07 in Bottom Margin 11 7 mm 0 46 in banners A4 210 x 297 mm 8 27 x 11 7 in Left and Right Margins 3 4 mm 0 134 in Top Margin 1 8 mm 0 07 in Bottom Margin 11 7 mm 0 46 in Between Page Margin 0 0 mm 0 0 in banners letter 216 x 279 mm 8 5 x 11 in Left and Right Margins 6 4 mm 0 25 in Top Margin 1 8 mm 0 07 in Bottom Margin 11 7 mm 0 46 in Between Page Margin 0 0 mm 0 0 in 135 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_minimum_printing_margins_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 23 AM environmental statement Newport ROW Mac UG Final environmental statement Hewlett Packard continuously improves the design processes
39. all media are positioned properly in the In tray e To print borderless A6 105 x 148 5 mm cards see borderless printing preparing to print index cards or other small media 1 Remove the Out tray Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray Align the card edges Place up to 30 cards in the In tray Push the cards forward until they stop Q v e woy Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the cards 7 Replace the Out tray 66 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_small_media_fs html 1 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 08 AM index cards and other small media Newport ROW Mac UG Final printing index cards and other small media provided by the software program Otherwise follow the instructions below f your software program includes a card printing feature follow the instructions My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing index cards and other small media with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings Page Size Appropriate card size Page Attributes Orientation Appropriate orientation 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings 67 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_small_media_
40. am does not extend to refilled cartridges Returned cartridges are separated for purification into raw materials for use in other industries to manufacture new products Examples of products made from recycled HP print cartridge materials include automobile parts trays used in microchip fabrication processes copper wire steel plates and the precious materials used in electronics Depending on the model HP is able to recycle up to 65 of the print cartridge by weight The remaining parts that cannot be recycled ink foam and composite parts are disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner 138 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_cartridge_recovery_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 24 AM file Cl Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_warranty_fs html Newport ROW Mac UG Final limited warranty region software printer North America including Canada 90 days 1 year Asia Pacific 90 days 1 year Europe 90 days 1 year Latin America 90 days 1 year extent of limited warranty Hewlett Packard HP warrants to the end user customer that the HP products specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration specified above which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer Customer is responsible for maintaining proof of date of purchase 1 For software products HP s limited warranty applies only to a failure to execute programming instructions HP does not warrant that th
41. aper or Inkjet Paper Paper Type Appropriate inkjet paper if Inkjet Paper is selected as paper group Quality Normal Paper Type Quality 4 Select any other desired print settings 5 After you have selected the print settings click OK printing labels with Mac OS X 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Size A4 Letter or US Letter Page Attributes Orientation Appropriate orientation file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_labels_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 07 AM 64 labels 2 Click OK Newport ROW Mac UG Final 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Type Quality Paper Type Automatic or appropriate label type Quality Normal 4 Select any other desired print settings 5 After you have selected the print settings click Print For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_labels_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 07 AM 65 index cards and other small media i i Newport ROW Mac UG Final index cards and other small media printing guidelines e Use only cards and small media that meet the printer s paper size specifications e If an out of paper message appears verify that the index cards or other sm
42. ayout options selecting print options Open the file you want to print Click File gt Print to display the Print dialog box Use the General panel to select the number of copies to print which pages are to be printed and the print order on this screen Select Paper Type Quality to choose print quality options paper group paper type ink density and drying time Select Layout to choose multiple pages per sheet and two sided printing Select Digital Photography to choose options for printing digital photographs Select Color to choose options for color grayscale black and white printing and image and text resolution Select Background Printing to choose foreground or background print options and print time Click OK to print the document 42 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printing_a_document_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 02 AM printing a document Newport ROW Mac UG Final For a description of the Macintosh printer software see using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 X and X Classic Mac OS X The following instructions provide the most common method of selecting page layout and print options The software program you are using may vary from the method described controlling page layout 1 2 Open the file you want to print Click File gt Page Setup to display the Page Setup screen to select the printer paper size scaling borderless printing and orientation Click OK to save
43. blue optical sensor light to determine the best paper type setting Once determined the page is printed For more information see using the automatic paper type sensor file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_media_sensor_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 56 AM 17 reserve mode Newport ROW Mac UG Final reserve mode Reserve mode allows the printer to operate using only one print cartridge It is initiated when a print cartridge is removed from the cradle 1 remove print cartridge to initiate reserve mode reserve mode output Printing in reserve mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts when only this print cartridge is installed the result is black print cartridge Colors are printed as grayscale Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black tri color print cartridge Printing a black text or monochrome document with a tri color print cartridge increases printing time photo print cartridge Colors are printed as grayscale 18 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_reservemode_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 23 56 AM reserve mode Newport ROW Mac UG Final exiting reserve mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to exit the reserve mode For instructions on installing a print cartridge see replacing print cartridges file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_reservemode_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 23 56 AM 19 connectivity Newport ROW Mac UG Final
44. connectivity The printer offers two options for connectivity e USB e network USB The printer can connect to the computer with a USB cable For instructions on connecting the printer with a USB cable see the Setup poster that came with the printer network The printer can be connected to a network with an HP JetDirect External Print Server that supports an AppleTalk connection file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_connectivity_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 57 AM printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final printing Click the following topic below to view an explanation of the printer software e using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic e using printer software with Mac OS X Click the appropriate topic below to view instructions on printing functions e printing a document e printing digital photographs e auto on and auto off feature e two sided printing e using the automatic paper type sensor e borderless printing Click the appropriate topic below to view instructions for printing on different paper types e plain paper e envelopes e transparencies e labels e index cards and other small media e Hagaki cards e photographs e greeting cards e posters e banners e iron on transfers file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printing_intro_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 57 AM 21 using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic
45. e In tray 2 Press and hold down the Resume button until the printer starts printing a self test page then release the Resume button 3 Repeat step 2 until the self test page has no ink smears on the back of the paper 124 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_borderless_problems_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 21 AM There is a problem with the print cartridges error message appears on the computer screen Newport ROW Mac UG Final There is a problem with the print cartridges error message appears on the computer screen 1 Open the printer s top cover to activate the Print Cartridge Status light 1 Print Cartridge Status light 2 Note the Print Cartridge Status light Click the appropriate description below e Print Cartridge Status light is on e Print Cartridge Status light is flashing 125 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_print_cartridge_error_message_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 21 AM specifications oe Newport ROW Mac UG Final specifications e printer specifications e minimum printing margins e minimum system requirements e environmental statement e print cartridge recovery e limited warranty e regulatory notices 126 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_specs_intro_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 21 AM printer_spec Newport ROW Mac UG Final printer specifications hp deskjet 5550 series black text print speed FastDraft Up to 17 pages per m
46. e following items to clean the print cartridge cradle e Distilled water Tap water contains contaminants that damage the cradle e Cotton swabs or other soft lint free material that will not stick to the cradle Caution Be careful not to get ink on your hands or clothing as you clean preparing to clean 1 Press the Power button to turn on the printer then raise the top cover The print cartridges move to the center of the printer 2 Disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer 3 Remove the print cartridges and place them on a piece of paper with the copper contacts facing up Do not leave the cartridges outside the printer for more than 30 minutes Caution Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts Touching these parts will result in clogs ink failure and bad electrical connections Do not remove the copper strips They are required electrical contacts cleaning the print cartridge cradle 1 Lightly moisten a cotton swab with distilled water 2 Wipe the underside of the print cartridge cradle walls using the swab 92 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_cleaning_the_print_cartridge_cradle_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 14 AM cleaning the print cartridge cradle Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 print cartridge cradle 2 print cartridge cradle walls 3 Repeat this process until no ink residue appears on a clean swab 4 Reinsert the print cartridges and close the printer s t
47. e instructions to print a two sided document 1 Open the Print dialog box then select the Layout panel hp deskjet 5550 Layout _ Multiple Pages Per Sheet C Print Border Print Both Sides Binding all Manual EF Automatic cancer ox 2 Select Print Both Sides 3 Select Manual 4 Select the appropriate binding Book binding 44 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_twosided_printing_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 03 AM two sided printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final E oa a Tablet binding 5 Change any other desired print settings then click OK 6 The printer automatically prints odd numbered pages first Once the odd numbered pages are printed a message appears prompting you to reload the paper so that the even numbered pages can be printed Book binding Tablet binding 7 Reload the paper then click Continue two sided printing with Mac OS X To print a two sided document on a Mac OS X computer the Automatic Two Sided Printing Accessory must be attached to the printer If the Automatic Two Sided Printing Accessory is not attached to the printer you cannot print a two sided document Open the Page Setup dialog box 1 2 Click the Paper Size menu then select a two sided paper size 3 Click OK 4 Open the Print dialog box then select the Two Sided Printing panel 45 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_twosided_printing_fs
48. e operation of any product will be uninterrupted or error free 2 HP s limited warranty covers only those defects which arise as a result of normal use of the product and do not apply to any o Improper or inadequate maintenance or modification o Software interfacing media parts or supplies not provided or supported by HP or o Operation outside the product s specifications o For HP printer products the use of a non HP ink cartridge or a refilled ink cartridge does not affect either the warranty to the customer or any HP support contract with the customer However if printer failure or damage is attributable to the use of a non HP or refilled ink cartridge HP will charge its standard time and materials charges to service the printer for the particular failure or damage 139 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_warranty_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 24 AM file Cl Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_warranty_fs html Newport ROW Mac UG Final 3 If HP receives during the applicable warranty period notice of a defect in any software media or ink cartridge covered by HP s warranty HP shall replace the defective product If HP receives notice of a defect in any hardware product covered by HP s warranty during the applicable warranty period HP shall either repair or replace the defective product at HP s option 4 If HP is unable to repair or replace as applicable a defective product covered by HP
49. e printer at once 2 Confirm that the unattached edge of the banner paper stack is on top of the paper stack and facing the printer 3 Verify that the correct paper for banner printing is used check the printer settings Open the Page Setup dialog box and verify the following setting panel setting Page Size or Paper Size Select A4 Letter Banner or US Letter Banner Page Attributes check the software e Verify that the software application you are using prints banners Not all software applications print banners e If gaps appear at the ends of the sheets verify that the printer software is operating correctly blank pages print 109 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printout_problems_fs html 4 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 18 AM problems with printouts Newport ROW Mac UG Final e The protective piece of plastic tape may still be attached to the print cartridges Verify that the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridges e The print cartridges may be out of ink Replace one or both empty print cartridges e The printer may be in direct sunlight Direct sunlight can adversely affect the Automatic Paper Type Sensor Move the printer out of direct sunlight 110 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printout_problems_fs html 5 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 18 AM printer lights are flashing or on 3 Newport ROW Mac UG Final printer lights are flashing or on e what the ligh
50. ed as paper group Paper Type Quality Quality Best or High Resolution Photo If desired for photo enhancement Digital Photography options see digital photography 4 Select any other desired print settings 5 After you have selected the print settings click OK printing photographs with Mac OS X 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Size Appropriate paper size Page Attributes Orientation Appropriate orientation Borderless Printing Select if desired 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting 72 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_photographs_fs html 3 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 09 AM photographs Newport ROW Mac UG Final Paper Type Quality Paper Type Appropriate hp photo paper type Quality Best or High Resolution Photo Digital Photo If desired for photo enhancement options see digital photography 4 Select any other desired print settings 5 After you have selected the print settings click Print For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X If a photo print cartridge is installed in the printer replace it with a black print w cartridge when you finish printing photographs For instructions on storing the photo print cartridge when it is not in use see mai
51. er in the In tray 4 Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper 5 Lower the Out tray printing on plain paper e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X Classic computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing on plain paper with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 If necessary open the Page Setup dialog box and select the page size scaling or orientation options 2 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings Paper Group Automatic or Plain Paper Type Quality Paper 3 Select any other desired print settings 55 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_plain_paper_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 05 AM plain paper Newport ROW Mac UG Final 4 After you have selected the print settings click OK printing on plain paper with Mac OS X 1 If necessary open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer page size scaling or orientation options 2 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Type Automatic or Plain Paper Type Quality Paper 3 Select any other desired print settings 4 After you have selected the print settings click Print For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X 56 file C Pr
52. ete to remove the printer from the computer A R Add Printer See adding a printer file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 7 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM 39 using printer software with Mac OS X i i Newport ROW Mac UG Final selecting a default printer Follow these steps to set the printer as the computer s default printer 1 Open the Print Center For instructions on opening the Print Center see using the print center 2 Click the printer name 3 Do one of the following o Select Printers gt Make Default o Press Command d A blue bullet appears next to the printer name to indicate that it is the default printer adding a printer Follow these steps to add a printer to your computer 1 Open the Print Center For instructions on opening the Print Center see using the print center 2 Click the Add Printer button The Add Printer List dialog box appears EA deskjet 5550 hp inkjet v1 3 f Cancel 3 Select USB or AppleTalk from the menu 4 Select the printer name from the printer list 5 Click the Add button 40 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 8 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM using printer software with Mac OS X So Newport ROW Mac UG Final managing print jobs Use the Print Center to manage print jobs 1 Open the Print Center For instructions on opening the Print Center see using the print center 2
53. f a consumer e g the United Kingdom o Otherwise restrict the ability of a manufacturer to enforce such disclaimers or limitations or o Grant the customer additional warranty rights specify the duration of implied warranties which the manufacturer cannot disclaim or not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties 3 FOR CONSUMER TRANSACTIONS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND THE TERMS IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT LAWFULLY PERMITTED DO NOT EXCLUDE RESTRICT OR MODIFY AND ARE IN ADDITION TO THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF HP PRODUCTS TO SUCH CUSTOMERS obtaining a warranty extension If you would like to extend your warranty coverage beyond the limited warranty period use one of the following options e Consult your reseller to get extended coverage To find HP resellers in the U S visit HP s service locator at www hp com service_locator e If your reseller does not offer service contracts call HP directly and ask about our HP service agreements In the U S call 800 446 0522 in Canada call 800 268 1221 For HP service agreements outside of the U S and Canada contact your local HP sales office 141 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_warranty_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 24 AM regulatory notices _ Newport ROW Mac UG Final regulatory notices hewlett packard company This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject
54. fs html 2 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 08 AM index cards and other small media Newport ROW Mac UG Final Paper Group Automatic Plain Paper or Inkjet Paper Paper Type Appropriate inkjet paper if Inkjet Paper is selected as paper group Quality Normal Paper Type Quality Pages Per Sheet 1 Normal Layout Print Both Sides Unchecked for unsupported card sizes 4 Click OK If an out of paper message appears verify the cards are positioned properly in the paper tray printing index cards and other small media with Mac OS X 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Size Appropriate card size Page Attributes Orientation Appropriate orientation 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Type Automatic or Plain Paper Type Quality Paper Quality Normal Layout Pages Per Sheet 1 Normal 68 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_small_media_fs html 3 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 08 AM index cards and other small media Newport ROW Mac UG Final Print Both Sides Unchecked for Two Sided Printing unsupported card sizes 4 Select any other desired print settings 5 After selecting the print settings click Print If an out of paper message appears verify the cards are positioned properly in the paper tray For a description of available prin
55. gle if your printout looks like this do this 1 Load the paper correctly in the In tray 2 Verify that the paper guides fit firmly against the cards or photo paper 3 Follow loading instructions for the paper type See borderless printing border is on top of image if your printout looks like this do this Calibrate the printer 122 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_borderless_problems_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 21 AM borderless printing problems Newport ROW Mac UG Final border is on side of image if your printout looks like this do this Calibrate the printer image is above tear off tab if your printout looks like this do this Calibrate the printer ink smears if your printout has ink smears If ink smears appear on the back of the printouts or if the paper sticks together do this 123 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_borderless_problems_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 21 AM borderless printing problems Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 Open the Print dialog box 2 Select the Paper Type Quality panel o Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic Click the Ink tab o Mac OS X Click the Options tab 3 Adjust the dry time 4 After adjusting the dry time click one of the following o Mac OS 8 6 9 X or X Classic OK o Mac OS X Print If the problem persists 1 Remove the borderless printing media then load plain letter or A4 paper in th
56. h tear off tabs When you print on this media the printout is completely borderless after the tear off strip is removed A6 cards and 4 x 6 inch photos without tear off tabs When you print on any of these media types the printout is borderless on three sides with a narrow border on the bottom printing guidelines selecting paper Use the following paper types for borderless printing e Photo 4 x 6 in with tab e Photo 4 x 6in e A6 Card 105 x 148 5 mm 52 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_borderless_printing_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 05 AM borderless printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final selecting image size Open the image file in a software application and assign the image size The size corresponds to the paper size on which you want to print the image Before printing select the appropriate paper size and for OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic check the Borderless Printing box on the Page Setup dialog preparing to print Load the paper into the printer according to the instructions for the paper type e photographs loading and printing photo paper with tear off tab Remove the fe Out tray and holding the tabbed edge slide the HP Borderless Photo g paper printable or glossy side down into the In tray Replace the Out tray e index cards and other small media My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X Classic compute
57. he part number on the cartridge Open the hp inkjet utility to print a test page For instructions on using the hp inkjet utility see hp inkjet utility After you change the print cartridge the printer is automatically calibrated for optimumg7 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_replacecartridge_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 12 AM replacing print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final print quality For information on how to recycle your empty print cartridge see print cartridge recovery i Warning Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_replacecartridge_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 12 AM 88 refilling print cartridges neue g Newport ROW Mac UG Final refilling print cartridges 7 To get the best performance from your HP printer use only genuine factory g filled HP print cartridges Caution Damage that is directly attributable to modified or refilled HP print cartridges is specifically excluded from the HP printer s warranty coverage file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_refilldont_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 13 AM 89 aligning print cartridges 7 R Newport ROW Mac UG Final aligning print cartridges After a print cartridge is replaced align the print cartridges to ensure the best print quality Alignment is performed from the hp inkjet utility 1 Open the hp inkjet utility 2 Select the Calibrate pa
58. html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 11 AM iron on transfers Page Attributes Newport ROW Mac UG Final setting Page Size A4 Letter or US Letter Orientation Appropriate orientation 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Type Automatic or Plain Paper Type Quality Paper 4 Quality Normal 5 Select any other desired print settings 6 After selecting the print settings click Print For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_iron on_transfers_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 11 AM 84 maintenance maintenance e replacing print cartridges e aligning print cartridges e automatically cleaning print cartridges e cleaning the print cartridge cradle e maintaining print cartridges e maintaining the printer body e refilling print cartridges e removing ink from skin and clothing e using the hp inkjet utility file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_maintenance_intro_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 12 AM Newport ROW Mac UG Final 85 replacing print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final replacing print cartridges Before buying replacement print cartridges verify the correct part numbers For the correct part numbers see print cartridges The printer can operate
59. idge ink nozzles or copper contacts Touching these parts will result in clogs ink failure and bad electrical connections Do not remove the copper strips They are required electrical contacts 3 Close the top cover 4 Press the Resume button Wait until the Power light stops flashing before printing a file paper problems Click the topic below that best describes the problem e paper jam e out of paper e printer ejects the paper paper jam Follow each of these steps until the paper jam is cleared 1 Remove the paper from the In and Out trays 2 Press the Resume button 3 If you are printing labels verify that a label did not become detached from the label sheet while passing through the printer 103 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_notprinting_fs html 2 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 17 AM printer is not printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final If the paper jam is not cleared after performing these steps 1 Open the Rear Access Door by turning the latch counter clockwise and removing the door 3 Reload paper into the In tray 4 Press the Resume button 5 Print the document out of paper if the paper tray is loaded 1 Adjust the length guide so that the paper stack touches the back of the paper tray 2 Slide the paper forward until it stops 104 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_notprinting_fs html 3 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 17 AM printer is not printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final 3 P
60. ility_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 16 AM hp inkjet utility If your printed outputis streaked like the example on the left the printheads need to be cleaned This takes about one minute and uses one sheet of paper fob i i i it Lt Click Clean to clean the printheads now USB Name hp deskjet 5550 1 Inkjet Utility Panel Menu Select the appropriate panel e O Mac OS X WO W Prints a sample page to view the output quality of the printer Test Prints a test page to confirm communication with printer Clean Cleans the print cartridges Calibrate Aligns the print cartridges Configure Enables Auto Off feature Support Provides access to the HP Website where you can find support for the printer and information about HP products and supplies Register Accesses the HP Website to register the printer displaying the hp inkjet utility 1 Double click the OS X HD icon on the desktop 99 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_mac_utility_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 16 AM hp inkjet utility Newport ROW Mac UG Final 2 Select Applications then double click Utilities 3 Select hp inkjet utility viewing the hp inkjet utility panels The following options are available on the hp inkjet utility hp deskjet utility if your printed output is streaked like the example on the left the print cartridges need to
61. ing_onscreen_guide_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 52 AM special features Newport ROW Mac UG Final special features Congratulations You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features Photo print cartridge Great performance with a photo print cartridge that prints stunning true to life photos Digital photo printing Enhanced digital photo printing capabilities Borderless printing Photos and cards print to the edges of the paper with borderless printing Reserve mode Reserve mode lets you continue printing with one print cartridge when the other print cartridge has run out of ink Auto On and Auto Off Enable Auto Off to place the printer into a low power energy efficient mode after it has been idle for 30 minutes The printer turns on automatically when you print a file Poster Printing Poster printing lets you print a poster on multiple pages which can be taped together Ey Poster printing is not available in Mac OS X file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_special_features_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 53 AM getting started Newport ROW Mac UG Final getting started e printer features e buttons and lights e paper trays e print cartridges e reserve mode e automatic paper type sensor e connectivity file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_getting_started_intro_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 53 AM 10 printer features Newport RO
62. int cartridge cradle is on the right and the status light is flashing e Print cartridge cradle is still in the center print cartridge cradle is still in the center there is a problem with the black or photo print cartridge To solve the problem 1 Remove the print cartridge 2 Re insert the print cartridge If the problem persists replace the black or photo print cartridge print cartridge cradle is on the right and the status light is on e there is a problem with the black or photo print cartridge To solve the problem 1 Remove the print cartridge 2 Re insert the print cartridge 117 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_print_cartridge_light_flashing_cover_open_fs html 3 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 19 AM print cartridge status light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final If the problem persists replace the black or photo print cartridge and e the tri color print cartridge is low on ink At some point print quality will deteriorate We recommend that you have a replacement print cartridge available If you do not have a replacement available you may remove the tri color print cartridge and print in reserve mode using only the black or photo print cartridge The printer prints all documents in grayscale when using only the black print cartridge print cartridge cradle is on the right and the status light is flashing To solve the problem Remove the print cartridge on the left side of the cradle Rein
63. inute Everyday Up to 8 pages per minute Normal Up to 6 pages per minute Inkjet Paper Best or High Resolution Photo 1200 dpi text rendering Up to 2 pages per minute mixed text with color graphics print speed FastDraft Up to 12 pages per minute Everyday Up to 6 pages per minute Normal Up to 4 pages per minute Inkjet Paper Best or High Resolution Photo 1200 dpi text rendering Up to 0 5 page per minute These are approximate figures Exact speed varies with system configuration software program and document complexity black TrueType text resolution depending on paper type Plain Paper FastDraft 300 x 300 dpi Plain Paper Everyday 300 x 300 dpi Plain Paper Normal 600 x 600 dpi Plain Paper Best 600 x 600 dpi Inkjet Paper High Resolution Photo 1200 dpi text rendering 1200 x 1200 dpi color input resolution depending on paper type Plain Paper FastDraft 300 x 300 dpi Plain Paper Everyday 300 x 300 dpi Plain Paper Normal 600 x 600 dpi Plain Paper Best 600 x 600 dpi 127 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printerspec_fs html 1 of 6 5 9 2002 10 24 22 AM printer_spec Newport ROW Mac UG Final Inkjet Paper High Resolution Photo 1200 dpi text rendering 1200 x 1200 dpi color printing resolution Subject to color input resolution above Plain Paper FastDraft 600 x 300 dpi Plain Paper Everyday 600 x 600 dpi Plain Paper Normal 600 x 600 dpi Plain Paper Best 600 x 600 dpi Inkjet Paper
64. ion of this material is prohibited without prior written permission of Hewlett Packard except as allowed under copyright laws acknowledgments Apple the Apple logo AppleTalk ColorSync the ColorSync logo Finder Mac Macintosh MacOS Powerbook Power Macintosh and Quickdraw are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries TrueType is a U S trademark of Apple Computer Inc Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated Copyright 2002 Hewlett Packard Company file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_notices_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 50 AM terms and conventions Newport ROW Mac UG Final terms and conventions The following terms and conventions are used in the User s Guide terms HP Deskjet printers may be referred to as the HP Deskjet printer the HP printer or the printer symbols The gt symbol guides you through a series of software steps For example Click File gt Page Setup cautions and warnings A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to other equipment For example Caution Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts Touching these parts will result in clogs ink failure and bad electrical connections A Warning indicates possible harm to yourself or to others For example l Warning Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children icons A Note icon indicates that additional i
65. is still being consumed Energy consumption can be prevented by turning the printer power off then disconnecting the end of the printer power cord from the electrical source 137 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_environmental_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 23 AM print cartridge recovery Newport ROW Mac UG Final print cartridge recovery Customers interested in recycling their genuine HP print cartridges can participate in HP s empty print cartridge return and recycle program HP offers this program in the United States Puerto Rico France Germany and Singapore more countries than any other print cartridge manufacturer in the world This program is provided as a free service to HP customers as an environmentally sound solution for these products at end of life To participate simply request postage paid return envelopes or bulk boxes via the Web at www hp com go recycle Customers will be asked for their name phone number address and how many bulk boxes or envelopes they would like Postage paid envelopes and or bulk boxes will be shipped within two days Because HP s unique recycling processes are very sensitive to material contamination we cannot take back and recycle cartridges from other manufacturers The end products of the recycling process are used in the manufacture of new products and HP must ensure the composition of the material is consistent To do that we recycle only HP original cartridges This progr
66. nel 3 Click the Align button then follow the onscreen directions file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_align_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 13 AM 90 automatically cleaning print cartridges i Newport ROW Mac UG Final automatically cleaning print cartridges If your printed pages are missing lines or dots or if streaks appear the print cartridges need to be cleaned Print cartridges are cleaned automatically using the following procedure 1 Open the hp inkjet utility 2 Select the Clean panel 3 Click the Clean button then follow the onscreen instructions If your printouts are still missing lines or dots after cleaning a print cartridge may be low on ink One or both print cartridges may need to be replaced available use the printer in reserve mode a lfa print cartridge is low on ink and you do not have a replacement cartridge file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_automatically_cleaning_print_cartridges_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 13 AM 91 cleaning the print cartridge cradle Newport ROW Mac UG Final cleaning the print cartridge cradle If the printer is used in a dusty environment a small amount of debris may accumulate inside the case This debris can include dust hair carpet or clothing fibers When it gets on the print cartridge cradle it can cause smudges on printed pages Smudges are easily corrected by cleaning the print cartridge cradle gathering cleaning supplies You will need th
67. nformation is provided For example z For great results use HP products A Printing instructions icon indicates that a description of print options is available in the onscreen user s guide For example For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_termsconventions_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 51 AM accessibility ee Newport ROW Mac UG Final accessibility For accessibility information visit Apple s Website at http www apple com disability file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_accessibility_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 51 AM using the onscreen user s guide i Newport ROW Mac UG Final using the onscreen user s guide This onscreen user s guide is viewed through Adobe Acrobat Reader version 4 0 or greater Use the following tools to view and navigate the onscreen user s guide e View Buttons Click these buttons to change page views O View the page in actual size Fit the page in the window Fit the page width in the window e Zoom a Use to zoom in on a page e Bookmarks Click a bookmark to view a topic e Navigation Buttons Click these buttons to navigate I4 Go to the first page of the document 4 Go backward one page gt Go forward one page bl Go to the last page of the document Go to the previous view aa Go to the next view file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_us
68. ntaining print cartridges file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_photographs_fs html 4 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 09 AM 73 greeting cards Newport ROW Mac UG Final greeting cards printing guidelines e Unfold pre folded cards then place them in the In tray e If an out of paper message appears verify that the cards are positioned properly in the In tray e For great results use hp greeting card paper preparing to print 1 Remove the Out tray 2 Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray 3 Fan the edges of the greeting cards to separate them 4 Align the edges of the cards then place no more than 5 cards in the In tray 5 Push the cards forward until they stop 6 Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the cards 7 Replace the Out tray 74 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_greeting_cards_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 09 AM greeting cards Newport ROW Mac UG Final printing greeting cards If your software program includes a greeting card printing feature follow the f instructions provided with the software program Otherwise follow the instructions below e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing greeting with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 If neces
69. nting guidelines Use hp banner paper for great results preparing to print 1 Raise the Out tray 2 Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray 3 Select up to 20 sheets of banner paper Remove and discard any perforated strips 4 Place the banner paper in the In tray with the unattached edge of the paper facing the printer 1 unattached edge 5 Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper 6 Lower the Out tray printing banners If your software program includes a banner printing feature follow the Ey instructions provided with the software program Otherwise follow the instructions below e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X Classic computer file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_banners_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 11 AM banners Newport ROW Mac UG Final I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing banners with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Page Size A4 Letter Banner or US Letter Banner Page Attributes 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Group Automatic Plain Paper or Inkjet Paper Paper Type Appropriate inkjet paper if Inkjet Paper group is selected Paper Type Quality Quality
70. o reduce a document image o Enter a number from 101 to 500 to enlarge a document image using the print dialog box Use the Print dialog box to modify print settings for the document you are printing The options displayed depend on the panel selected displaying the print dialog box To display the Print dialog box open the document you want to print then select File gt Print menu and buttons Use the menu and buttons for these functions Print Printer deskjet 5550 ry B Saved Settings Standard B Copies amp Pages B Copies KA Collated Pages AIl O From 1 f Preview f Cancel 1 Printer If necessary select the printer 2 Saved Settings Select a group of saved print options 3 Panel Menu Click the menu to select different panels Copies and Pages Layout Output Options Paper Type Quality Two Sided Printing an application specific panel or a summary of print setting file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 2 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final for the document Click to view Mac Help Preview Click to see a preview of the printed document Cancel Click to close the Print dialog box without printing ee ge Print Click to print the document copies and pages Use the Copies and Pages panel for these functions Print Printer deskjet 5550 B Saved Settings
71. of its deskjet printers to minimize the negative impact on the office environment and on the communities where printers are manufactured shipped and used reduction and elimination Paper use The printer s automatic manual two sided printing capability reduces paper usage and the resulting demands on natural resources This printer is suited for the use of recycled papers in accordance with DIN 19 309 Recycled paper All paper documentation for this printer is printed on chlorine free recycled paper Ozone Ozone depleting chemicals such as CFCs have been eliminated from Hewlett Packard s manufacturing processes recycling Design for recycling has been incorporated into this printer The number of materials has been kept to a minimum while ensuring proper functionality and reliability Dissimilar materials have been designed to separate easily Fasteners and other connections are easy to locate access and remove using common tools High priority parts have been designed to access quickly for efficient disassembly and repair Printer packaging The packaging materials for this printer have been selected to provide maximum protection for the least cost possible while attempting to minimize environmental impact and facilitate recycling The rugged design of the HP Deskjet printer assists in minimizing both packaging materials and damage rates Plastic parts All major plastics and plastic parts are marked according to international
72. ojects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_plain_paper_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 05 AM envelopes Newport ROW Mac UG Final envelopes Print a single envelope using the envelope slot or print multiple envelopes using the paper tray printing guidelines e Never place more than 15 envelopes in the In tray at one time e Avoid using envelopes that have clasps or windows e Avoid using envelopes that are shiny or embossed envelopes with thick irregular or curled edges or envelopes that are wrinkled torn or otherwise damaged e Align the envelope edges before inserting them in the paper tray preparing to print a single envelope 1 Place the envelope with the flap side on the left and facing up into the single envelope slot 2 Push the envelope forward until it stops preparing to print a stack of envelopes 1 Remove the Out tray 2 Slide out both paper guides and remove all paper from the In tray 3 Place no more than 15 envelopes with the flap side on the left and facing up in the In tray 57 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_envelopes_fs html 1 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 06 AM envelopes Newport ROW Mac UG Final 4 Push the envelopes forward until they stop 5 Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the envelopes 6 Replace the Out tray printing the envelopes e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic e am using a Mac OS 9
73. on after pressing the Power button The green light next to the Power button flashes when the printer is processing Caution Always use the Power button on the front of the printer to turn the printer on and off Using a power strip surge protector or a wall mounted switch to turn the printer on and off may cause printer failure 13 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_buttons_fs html 5 9 2002 10 23 54 AM paper trays Newport ROW Mac UG Final paper trays The printer has two paper trays an In tray and an Out tray The Out tray contains a slot for single envelope printing 1 Out tray 2 In tray 3 single envelope slot In tray The In tray holds paper or other media to be printed You can print different sizes of media by sliding the paper guides in and out 1 paper width guide 2 paper length guide Out tray Printed pages are deposited in the Out tray Raise the Out tray to load paper 14 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_trays_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 23 55 AM paper trays Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 Out tray up Remove the Out tray to load small media such as index cards Out tray extension Pull out the Out tray extension when printing a large number of pages Also pull out the extension when printing in draft mode to prevent the paper from falling out of the tray When the print job finishes push the tray extension into its storage slot 1 Out tray extension 15
74. op cover 5 Reconnect the power cord to the back of the printer file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_cleaning_the_print_cartridge_cradle_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 14 AM 93 maintaining print cartridges ck a Newport ROW Mac UG Final maintaining print cartridges The following tips will help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print quality e Keep all print cartridges in their sealed packages until they are needed Print cartridges should be stored at room temperature 60 78 degrees F or 15 6 26 6 degrees C e Do not remove the protective tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer If the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridge do not attempt to reattach it Reattaching the tape damages the print cartridge storing print cartridges When print cartridges are removed from either their sealed containers or the printer store them in a print cartridge protector or an airtight plastic container A print cartridge protector comes with the photo print cartridge If you store the print cartridge in an airtight plastic container make sure that the ink nozzles face down inserting the print cartridge into the print cartridge protector Slide the print cartridge at an angle into the protector and snap it securely in place removing the print cartridge from the print cartridge protector Press down and back on the top of the protecto
75. or g instructions on installing a print cartridge see replacing print cartridges 70 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_photographs_fs html 1 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 09 AM photographs Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 Raise the Out tray 2 Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray 3 Fan the edges of the photo paper to separate them then align the photo paper edges 4 Place no more than 20 sheets of photo paper printable side down in the In tray 5 Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the photo paper 6 Lower the Out tray printing photographs e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing photographs with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings Page Size Appropriate paper size Page Attributes Orientation Appropriate orientation Borderless Printing Select if desired 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings 71 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_photographs_fs html 2 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 09 AM photographs Newport ROW Mac UG Final panel setting Paper Group Automatic or Photo Paper Paper Type Appropriate hp photo paper type if Photo Paper is select
76. othing i R Newport ROW Mac UG Final removing ink from skin and clothing Follow these steps to remove ink from skin and clothing to remove ink to remove ink from to remove ink from do this skin Wash the affected area with an abrasive soap white fabric Wash the fabric in cold water using chlorine bleach color fabric Wash the fabric in cold water using sudsy ammonia Caution Always use cold water to remove ink from fabric Warm or hot water may set the ink color into the fabric file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_removeink_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 15 AM hp inkjet utility es pap Newport ROW Mac UG Final using the hp inkjet utility The hp inkjet utility contains tools to calibrate the printer clean the print cartridges print a test page and find Website support information Select the appropriate option Mac OS 8 6 and 9 x My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x My computer runs Mac OS X Mac OS X Mac OS 8 6 and 9 x displaying the hp inkjet utility 1 Double click the Macintosh HD icon on the desktop 2 Do one of the following o Mac OS 8 6 to Mac OS 9 0 Select Utilities then double click hp o Mac OS 9 1 Select Applications Mac OS 9 double click Utilities then double click hp 3 Double click hp inkjet utility hp inkjet utility panels The following options are available on the hp inkjet utility 98 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_mac_ut
77. owed by local law the remedies provided in this Warranty Statement are the customer s sole and exclusive remedies 2 TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW EXCEPT FOR THE OBLIGATIONS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY AND WHETHER ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES local law 140 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_warranty_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 24 AM file Cl Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_warranty_fs html Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 This Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights The customer may also have other rights which vary from state to state in the United States from province to province in Canada and from country to country elsewhere in the world 2 To the extent that this Warranty Statement is inconsistent with local law this Warranty Statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local law Under such local law certain disclaimers and limitations of this Warranty Statement may not apply to the customer For example some states in the United States as well as some governments outside the United States including provinces in Canada may o Preclude the disclaimers and limitations in this Warranty Statement from limiting the statutory rights o
78. r I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X borderless printing with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 2 cP 4 5 6 Open the Page Setup dialog box Select the appropriate page size Click Borderless Printing Click OK Open the Print dialog box Select any other desired print settings Click a two sided printing option when appropriate Clicking a two sided printing option limits the options available in the paper type menu For example photos are only printed on one side 7 After selecting the print settings click OK borderless printing with Mac OS X 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box 2 Select a borderless printing paper size in the Paper Size box 53 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_borderless_printing_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 05 AM borderless printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final Click OK 4 Open the Print dialog box 5 Select any other desired print settings Click a two sided printing option when appropriate Clicking a two sided a printing option limits the options available in the paper type menu For example photos are only printed on one side 6 After selecting the print settings clickOK file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_borderless_printing_fs html 3 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 05 AM 54 plain paper Newport ROW Mac UG Final plain paper preparing to print 1 Raise the Out tray 2 Slide out both paper guides 3 Place up to 100 sheets of pap
79. r PS PostScript 36 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 4 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final paper type quality Use the Paper Type Quality panel for these functions Printer Saved Settings Paper Type Quality ap Color Options Digital Photo Ink Paper type automatic Ea Quality FastDraft Everyday Normal Best High Resolution Color ColorSmart Ill B f Preview gt Cancel E Print gt 1 Paper Click to select the following options o Paper Type Select the paper type desired or select automatic to engage the Automatic Paper Type Sensor o Quality Select one of the following print speed and quality options Best Normal Everyday FastDraft and High Resolution Photo Best provides the best print quality at the slowest printing speed The print speed increases and the print quality lessens with Normal Everyday and FastDraft FastDraft provides draft quality at the fastest printing speed High Resolution photo provides 4800 dpi printing available with certain photo paper types when Best mode is selected o Color Select the color setting 37 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_osx html 5 of 9 5 9 2002 10 24 01 AM using printer software with Mac OS X Newport ROW Mac UG Final 2 Color Options Click to set saturation brightness and
80. r inter SP 1200 Setup Active APpIETAIK Q Inactive 3 Click hp deskjet printer in the right side of the Chooser dialog box 4 Do one of the following depending on how the computer and the printer are connected o USB Go to step 5 o AppleTalk Click the Setup button then select the correct printer type 5 Close the Chooser selecting a default printer After setting up the printer with the Chooser use one of the following methods to select it as the default printer e Click the menu bar printer icon at the top of the screen then select the printer name e Click the control strip printer icon then select the printer name e Click the desktop printer icon then choose Set Default Printer from the Printing menu printing from the computer s desktop Desktop printing is useful when you want to print a number of documents at once or print a document that is formatted for a particular printer Use one of the following methods to print from the desktop e Drag the icons of the documents you want to print to the printer icon on the desktop e Select the icons of the documents you want to print then select File gt Print Select the options you want from the Print dialog box then click the OK button g Desktop printing is not supported in Mac OS X Classic 23 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printer_driver_legacy html 2 of 11 5 9 2002 10 23 59 AM using printer software with Mac OS 8 6
81. r to release the cartridge Slide the cartridge out of the protector 94 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_maintaining_print_cartridges_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 14 AM maintaining print cartridges Newport ROW Mac UG Final Caution Do not drop the print cartridge Dropping the print cartridge may result in damage to the print cartridge file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_maintaining_print_cartridges_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 14 AM 95 maintaining the printer body Pe Newport ROW Mac UG Final maintaining the printer body Because the printer ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist ink smudges will eventually appear on the printer case and adjacent surfaces To remove smudges stains and or dried ink from the exterior of the printer use a soft cloth moistened with water When cleaning your printer keep these tips in mind e Do not clean the interior of the printer Keep all fluids away from the interior e Do not use household cleaners or detergent In the event that a household cleaner or detergent is used on the printer wipe the printer s exterior surfaces with a soft cloth moistened with water e Do not lubricate the support rod that the print cartridge cradles use to slide back and forth Noise is normal when the cradles move back and forth 96 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_maintaining_the_printer_body_fs html 5 9 2002 10 24 15 AM removing ink from skin and cl
82. re secure e The printer is turned on e The media is correctly placed in the paper tray e The printer s top cover is closed e The Automatic Two Sided Printing Accessory or Rear Access Door is attached e The print cartridges are correctly installed check the printer lights e If the Power light is blinking the printer is in the process of printing e If the Resume light is blinking press the Resume button e If the Print Cartridge Status light is blinking see print cartridge status light is flashing e If the Print Cartridge Status light is on see print cartridge status light is on select a topic below If the printer still does not print select the topic below that best describes the problem e printer makes a loud noise after a print cartridge is installed e paper problems e USB problems e printer does not turn on e printer driver not found in OS X Classic printer makes a loud noise after a print cartridge is installed If the print cartridge is installed backwards the printer makes a loud noise 1 Open the top cover 2 Remove the print cartridge then reinsert it as shown Ensure that the copper contacts of the print cartridge meet the copper contacts of the print cartridge cradle 102 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_notprinting_fs html 1 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 17 AM printer is not printing Newport ROW Mac UG Final 1 Copper contacts Caution Do not touch the print cartr
83. ress the Resume button if the paper tray is empty 1 Load paper in the tray 2 Press the Resume button printer ejects the paper e Move the printer away from direct sunlight The printer may have been placed in direct sunlight which can affect the Automatic Paper Type Sensor e Select a paper type other than Automatic USB problems there are conflicting USB cable connections A printing conflict may arise when the printer and several USB devices are attached to a hub There are two methods for solving the conflict e Attach the printer s USB cable directly to the computer e If the printer is attached to a hub do not use other USB devices attached to the hub while printing printer does not turn on The printer may have drawn too much power Disconnect the power cord from the printer Wait approximately 10 seconds Reconnect the power cord to the printer BR WN e Press the Power button to turn on the printer printer driver not found in Mac OS X Classic The printer driver you need may have to be installed separately If no hp inkjet printer icon appears in the Chooser load the driver from the CD for Mac OS X Classic 105 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_notprinting_fs html 4 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 17 AM problems with printouts Newport ROW Mac UG Final problems with printouts Click the topic below that best describes the problem e print quality is poor e text and images are misaligned e
84. ridge 2 Re insert the print cartridge If the problem persists replace the tri color print cartridge and e the black or photo print cartridge is low on ink At some point print quality will deteriorate We recommend that you have a replacement print cartridge available If you do not have a replacement available you may remove the black print cartridge and print in reserve mode using only the tri color print cartridge The printer may print more slowly and colors may be altered when using only the tri color print cartridge 119 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_print_cartridge_light_flashing_cover_open_fs html 5 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 19 AM printer is slow Newport ROW Mac UG Final printer is slow Several variables can slow the printer s performance Click the topic below that best describes the printer s performance e multiple software applications are open e complex documents graphics or photographs are printing e automatic paper type option is enabled e two sided documents are printing If none of the above topics describes the printer s performance then review the following e printer driver is outdated e computer does not meet system requirements e printer is in reserve mode multiple software applications are open If too many software applications are open the printer cannot print at its optimum speed Close all unnecessary software applications then print the doc
85. ridge cradle on the left indicates a problem with black or photo print cartridge To solve the problem 1 Remove the print cartridge 2 Re insert the print cartridge If the problem persists replace the black or photo print cartridge the print cartridge cradle is on the right there is a problem with the tri color print cartridge 1 the print cartridge cradle on the right indicates a problem with tri color print cartridge 116 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_print_cartridge_light_flashing_cover_open_fs html 2 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 19 AM print cartridge status light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final To solve the problem 1 Remove the print cartridge 2 Re insert the print cartridge If the problem persists replace the tri color print cartridge print cartridge cradle is in the center and the print cartridge status light is flashing If the print cartridge carriage is in the center with a blinking Print Cartridge Status light the printer cannot yet diagnose the problem To determine the print cartridge problem do the following Remove the print cartridge on the right side of the cradle Close the cover Wait until the printer is silent then re open the cover BR WN e Note the position of the print cartridge cradle and the behavior of the Print Cartridge Status light Click the appropriate description below e Print cartridge cradle is on the right and the status light is on e Pr
86. s Newport ROW Mac UG Final For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_envelopes_fs html 4 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 06 AM 60 transparencies Newport ROW Mac UG Final transparencies printing guidelines For great results use hp premium inkjet transparency film preparing to print Raise the Out tray Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray Fan the edges of the transparency sheets to separate them then align the edges BR WN e Place up to 25 transparency sheets in the In tray with the rough side down and the adhesive strip toward the printer 5 Carefully push the transparencies forward until they stop so that none of the adhesive strips catch on one another 6 Slide the paper guides firmly against the transparency sheets 7 Lower the Out tray printing transparencies e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic e am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing transparencies with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 If necessary open the Page Setup dialog box and select the page size scaling or orientation options 2 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings 61 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_R
87. s warranty HP shall within a reasonable time after being notified of the defect refund the purchase price of the product 5 HP shall have no obligation to repair replace or refund until the customer returns the defective product to HP 6 Any replacement product may be either new or like new provided that it has functionality at least equal to that of the product being replaced 7 HP s limited warranty is valid in any country where the covered HP product is distributed by HP except for the Middle East Africa Argentina Brazil Mexico Venezuela and France s Departements D Outre Mer for those excepted areas the warranty is valid only in the country of purchase Contracts for additional warranty services such as on site service may be available from any authorized HP service facility where the product is distributed by HP or by an authorized importer 8 Any applicable print cartridge warranty shall not apply to HP print cartridges that have been refilled remanufactured refurbished misused or tampered with in any way limitations of warranty 1 TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW NEITHER HP NOR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF ANY KIND WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH RESPECT TO THE HP PRODUCTS AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY SATISFACTORY QUALITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE limitations of liability 1 To the extent all
88. sary open the Page Setup dialog box and select the page size scaling or orientation options 2 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Group Automatic or Greeting Cards Paper Type Appropriate greeting card type if Greeting Cards is selected as paper group Paper Type Quality Quality Normal Layout Pages Per Sheet 1 Normal 3 Click OK 75 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_greeting_cards_fs html 2 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 09 AM greeting cards Newport ROW Mac UG Final at If an out of paper message appears verify the greeting cards are positioned properly in the paper tray printing greeting cards with Mac OS X 1 If necessary open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer paper size scaling or orientation options 2 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Type Automatic or Plain Paper Type Quality Paper Quality Normal Layout Pages Per Sheet 1 Normal 3 Select any other desired print settings 4 After selecting the print settings click Print If an out of paper message appears verify the greeting cards are positioned properly in the paper tray For a description of available print options click the appropriate operating system S Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X 76 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_greeting_cards_fs html
89. sert the right print cartridge on the right side of the cradle Close the cover Wait until the printer is silent then re open the cover U BP U N e Note the position of the print cartridge cradle and the behavior of the Print Cartridge Status light Click the appropriate description below e Print cartridge cradle is on the left and the status light is flashing e Print cartridge cradle is on the left and the status light is on e Print cartridge cradle is in the center print cartridge cradle is in the center there is a problem with the tri color print cartridge To solve the problem 1 Remove the print cartridge 2 Re insert the print cartridge If the problem persists replace the tri color print cartridge print cartridge cradle is on the left and the status light is flashing there is a problem with both the black or photo print cartridge and the tri color print cartridge 118 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_print_cartridge_light_flashing_cover_open_fs html 4 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 19 AM print cartridge status light is flashing Newport ROW Mac UG Final To solve the problem 1 Remove the remaining print cartridge 2 Re insert the print cartridges If the problem persists replace the black or photo print cartridge s print cartridge cradle is on the left and the status light is on e there is a problem with the tri color print cartridge To solve the problem 1 Remove the print cart
90. sic open the Print dialog box and verify the following panel setting Tiling If you see this option and you are not printing a poster select Multiple Pages Per Sheet then select 1 Normal in the Pages Per Sheet box Layout printout does not reflect new print settings The printer s default settings may differ from the software application s print settings Select the appropriate print settings within the software application photos are not printing correctly check the paper tray 1 Verify that the photo media is placed in the paper tray with the print side down 2 Slide the paper forward until it stops 3 Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper then push in the tray check the printer settings 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box and verify the following setting panel setting Page Attributes Page Size or Paper Size Appropriate paper size 108 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printout_problems_fs html 3 of 5 5 9 2002 10 24 18 AM problems with printouts Newport ROW Mac UG Final 2 Open the Print dialog box and verify the following panel setting Paper Group Photo Paper Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic only Paper Type Quality Paper Type An hp photo paper Quality Best or High Resolution Photo banner does not print correctly check the paper tray 1 Unfold and refold the paper when several sheets feed into th
91. standards All plastic parts used in the printer housing and chassis are technically recyclable and all use a single polymer Product longevity To ensure the longevity of your HP Deskjet printer HP provides the following e Extended warranty See limited warranty e Replacement parts and consumables are available for three 3 years after production has stopped five 5 years in Germany e Product take back To return this product to HP at the end of its useful life go to www hp com go recycle To return empty print cartridges to HP see hp print cartridge recovery program energy consumption This printer was designed with energy conservation in mind This printer averages 4 watts in stand by mode Not only does this save natural resources but it also saves money without affecting the high performance of the printer 136 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_environmental_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 23 AM environmental statement Newport ROW Mac UG Final This product qualifies for the ENERGY STAR Program U S and Japan ENERGY STAR is a voluntary program established to encourage the development of energy efficient office products ENERGY STAR is a US registered service mark of the USEPA As an ENERGY STAR partner Hewlett Packard Company has determined that this product meets ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency Energy consumption in off mode When the printer is off a minimal amount of energy
92. t options click the appropriate operating system Mac OS 8 6 9 x or X Classic or Mac OS X 69 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_small_media_fs html 4 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 08 AM photographs Newport ROW Mac UG Final photographs printing guidelines e The photo must be in an electronic format digital before it can be printed Take a digital picture scan a photo or have your local camera shop provide an electronic file of the photo e For best print quality install a photo print cartridge in the printer use a High Resolution print setting and set the HP Digital Photography options e To print borderless photos see borderless printing e Use hp photo papers for great results preparing to print small photographs E For high quality photos install a photo print cartridge in the printer For Ey instructions on installing a print cartridge see replacing print cartridges 1 Remove the Out tray 2 Slide out both paper guides then remove all paper from the In tray 3 Fan the edges of the photo paper to separate them then align the photo paper edges 4 Place no more than 20 sheets of photo paper printable side down in the In tray 5 Push the photo paper forward until it stops 6 Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the photo paper 7 Replace the Out tray preparing to print large photographs For high quality photos install a photo print cartridge in the printer F
93. the paper guides firmly against the transfer paper 6 Lower the Out tray printing iron on transfers If your software program includes an iron on transfer printing feature follow the instructions provided with the software program Otherwise follow the instructions below 82 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_iron on_transfers_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 24 11 AM iron on transfers _Newport ROW Mac UG Final e My computer runs Mac OS 8 6 or 9 x Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X am using a Mac OS 9 x application on a Mac OS X Classic computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing iron on transfers with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Page Size A4 Letter or US Letter Page Attributes Mirror I mage Checked 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Group Automatic or Plain Paper Type Quality Paper Quality Normal 4 Click OK printing iron on transfers with Mac OS X The Mirror Image feature is not available in Mac OS X Some applications offer a mirror image feature that will allow you to print iron on transfers from a Mac OS X computer 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings 83 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_iron on_transfers_fs
94. the print center OS X utility W Z warranty file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_index_fs html 8 of 8 5 9 2002 10 24 26 AM Newport ROW Mac UG Final 151
95. ting conditions for best print quality Temperature 59 to 95 degrees F or 15 to 35 degrees C Humidity 20 to 80 percent RH non condensing Storage conditions Temperature 40 to 158 degrees F 40 to 70 degrees C 129 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printerspec_fs html 3 of 6 5 9 2002 10 24 22 AM printer_spec Newport ROW Mac UG Final power consumption 2 watts maximum when off 4 watts average non printing 30 watts average when printing power requirements For power adapter part number 0950 4082 the power requirements are Input Voltage 100 to 240 Vac 10 Input Frequency 50 60 Hz declared noise emissions in accordance with ISO 9296 Best Mode Sound power level LWAd without Automatic Two Sided Printing Module 5 3 Bels A 53 dB A Sound pressure level LoAm bystander positions without Automatic Two Sided Printing Module 40 dB A Normal Mode Sound power level LWAd without Automatic Two Sided Printing Module 5 9 Bels A 59 dB A Sound pressure level LoAm bystander positions without Automatic Two Sided Printing Module 47 dB A alignment Skew 006 mm mm 006 in in on plain paper and cards 010 mm mm 010 in in on HP transparency films media weight Paper U S Letter 60 to 90 g m 2 16 to 24 Ib Legal 75 to 90 g m 20 to 24 Ib 130 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printerspec_fs html 4 of 6 5 9 2002 10 24 22 AM printer_spec Newport ROW Mac
96. ts indicate e Print Cartridge Status light is on e Print Cartridge Status light is flashing e Resume light is flashing e Power light is flashing e all lights are flashing what the lights indicate Flashing or on lights indicate the printer status 1 Print Cartridge Status light 2 Resume light 3 Power light Resume light is flashing the printer may be out of paper 1 Place paper in the In tray 2 Press the Resume button on the front of the printer there may be a paper jam Follow these instructions to clear a paper jam 111 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_flashing_light_problems_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 18 AM printer lights are flashing or on Newport ROW Mac UG Final the printer may be ready to print the second side of a two sided document 1 Follow the onscreen instructions for printing the second side These instructions appear when you manually print a two sided document 2 Press the Resume button Power light is flashing the printer is preparing to print The light stops flashing when the printer has received all data all lights are flashing the printer may need to be restarted 1 Press the Power button to turn off the printer then press the Power button to restart the printer Proceed to step 2 if the lights continue to flash Press the Power button to turn off the printer Disconnect the printer from the power source Reconnect the printer to the power
97. ument again complex documents graphics or photographs are printing Documents containing graphics or photographs print slower than text documents automatic paper type option is enabled When the Automatic paper type option is enabled it takes a few seconds for the printer to scan the first page of the print job to determine the appropriate paper type To increase the print speed turn off the Automatic Paper Type Sensor For instructions on turning off the Automatic Paper Type Sensor see using the automatic paper type sensor two sided documents are printing Printing two sided documents takes longer than printing single sided documents printer driver is outdated An outdated printer driver may be installed Log onto HP s Website at http www hp com go support 120 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printtooslow_fs html 1 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 20 AM printer is slow Newport ROW Mac UG Final computer does not meet system requirements Verify that the computer s hard disk space RAM and processor speed meet system requirements For more information see system requirements printer is in reserve mode The printer may print more slowly if it is in reserve mode Order a replacement print cartridge 121 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_printtooslow_fs html 2 of 2 5 9 2002 10 24 20 AM borderless printing problems a Newport ROW Mac UG Final borderless printing problems image is printed at an
98. user s guide TOC Newport ROW Mac UG Final hp deskjet 5550 series table of contents notices notices and acknowledgements terms and conventions accessibility using the onscreen user s guide special features getting started printer features buttons and lights paper trays print cartridges automatic paper type sensor reserve mode connectivity printing using printer software with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic using printer software with Mac OS X printing a document two sided printing printing digital photographs auto on and auto off feature using the automatic paper type sensor file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_toc_level1_fs html 1 of 3 5 9 2002 10 23 49 AM user s guide TOC Newport ROW Mac UG Final borderless printing plain paper envelopes transparencies labels index cards and other small media photographs greeting cards posters banners iron on transfers maintenance replacing print cartridges refilling print cartridges aligning print cartridges automatically cleaning print cartridges manually cleaning the print cartridge cradle maintaining print cartridges maintaining the printer body removing ink for skin and clothing using the hp inkjet utility troubleshooting printer is not printing problems with printouts printer lights are flashing or on print cartridge status light is on print cartridge status light is flashing printer
99. x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS X printing envelopes with Mac OS 8 6 9 x and X Classic 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings Page Size Appropriate envelope size Page Attributes Orientation Appropriate envelope orientation 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings 58 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_envelopes_fs html 2 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 06 AM envelopes Newport ROW Mac UG Final panel setting Paper Group Automatic Plain Paper or Inkjet Paper Paper Type Quality paper Type Appropriate inkjet paper if Inkjet Paper is selected as paper group 4 Select any other desired print settings 5 After you have selected the print settings click OK printing envelopes with Mac OS X 1 Open the Page Setup dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Size Appropriate envelope size Page Attributes Orientation Appropriate envelope orientation 2 Click OK 3 Open the Print dialog box then select the following settings panel setting Paper Type Automatic or Plain Paper Type Quality Paper 4 Select any other desired print settings 5 After you have selected the print settings click Print 59 file C Projects Newport Mac_UG_ROW ug_envelopes_fs html 3 of 4 5 9 2002 10 24 06 AM envelope

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