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Compaq IJ750 User Manual

Compaq IJ750 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Hewlett-Packard Company. PCL 3 is Hewlett-Packard Company's designation of a set of printer commands (language) and functions included in its printer products. This printer is intended by Compaq Corporation to be compatible with the PCL 3 language. This means the printer recognizes PCL 3 commands used in various application programs, and that the printer emulates the functions corresponding to the commands.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Understanding your printer ..1 Using the parts of the printer......2 Using the buttons.
  • Page 4 Appendix ......41 Installing the printer software ......41 Printing from Windows 3.1 or 3.11 .

  • Page 5: Understanding Your Printer

    Understanding Chapter 1 Your printer is a general purpose color inkjet printer that provides high quality text and graphics. For information about: Using the parts of the printer Using the buttons Understanding the lights your printer Understanding your printer Glossary...

  • Page 6: Using The Parts Of The Printer

    Using the parts of the printer Quick Fix This illustration shows the front of the printer and its parts. Printer has missing or damaged parts Contact your point of purchase. Use the: A Paper guide B Paper support C Automatic feeder...
  • Page 7 Paper feeds incorrectly from the automatic feeder. Check the printer status. Turn the printer on or off. Eject paper from the printer. Install or change print cartridges. Clear paper jams. Understanding your printer...

  • Page 8: Using The Buttons

    Using the buttons Close the front cover. Press the Power button to Your printer has a Power button and a Paper Feed button. turn the printer back on. Resend your document. Use the: If the problem persists, you may be using the wrong cable or one that is damaged.

  • Page 9: Understanding The Lights

    Understanding the lights Your printer has a Power light and a Paper Feed light. If your printer lights look like this: Both lights are Off Power light is On Paper Feed light is Off Both lights are On Power light is On...
  • Page 10 Chapter 1...

  • Page 11: Using The Printer Software

    Chapter 2 This chapter describes how to use your printer software in Windows 95 and 98. For help using your printer software in Windows 3.1, 3.11 or NT 4.0, see the appendix, starting on page 41. When you installed your printer, several software applications were installed on your computer.

  • Page 12: Using The Printer Properties

    Using the Printer Properties The Printer Properties includes several tabs. You can use the Paper and Document/Quality tabs to change your printer settings. For information on To open the Printer opening the Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin.
  • Page 13 Opening Printer Properties from an application You can open the Printer Properties from almost any application. This allows you to change printer settings ONLY for the document you will be printing. To open the Printer Properties: Open the application's File menu.
  • Page 14 Opening Printer Properties from Windows Opening the Printer Properties from the Windows 95 or 98 desktop allows you to make changes to your printer settings that will apply to ALL documents you print. From the Start menu, select Settings, then select Printers.

  • Page 15: Using The Control Program

    Change or care for print cartridges. Cancel a print job. Opening the Control Program From the Start menu, click Programs. Click Compaq IJ750 Series. Click Compaq IJ750 Control Program on LPTx. Change settings for DOS printing. View information about the software.
  • Page 16 Chapter 2...

  • Page 17: Printing On Paper And Other Media

    Printing on paper and other media Chapter 3 Printing on plain paper Printing with your Compaq IJ750 Color Inkjet Printer is as simple as: One - Loading your print media Two - Selecting printer settings Three - Sending your document to print...
  • Page 18 Step Two - Selecting printer settings If you are using plain, letter-sized paper, and you want normal print quality and speed, no adjustment to printer settings is necessary. The printer software is Printer settings already set for this type of document.

  • Page 19: Printing On Specialty Media

    Specialty media from the manual feeder See page: Printing on paper and other media Glossary Specialty media Print media that, because of size or type, requires temporary modification to your printer settings. This would include, for example, envelopes, glossy/photo paper, and banner paper.

  • Page 20: Printing Transparencies

    (the removable stripe away from you and pointing down). Customize the Printer Properties for printing transparencies. For instructions on opening the Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin. Click the Document/ Quality tab. Select Automatic.

  • Page 21: Printing Envelopes Or Card Stock

    Customize the Printer Properties for printing envelopes or card stock. For information on opening the Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin. Click the Paper tab. Use the scroll bar...

  • Page 22: Printing On Customized Paper Sizes

    Printing on customized paper sizes Printing near paper edges For the best print quality near paper edges, use these minimum margin settings in your application: • Set the left and right margin settings to at least 6.35mm (0.25 in.) each for all paper sizes except A4.
  • Page 23 Customize the Printer Properties for printing special paper sizes. For information on opening the Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin. Click the Paper tab. Use the scroll bar to select Custom paper size. Enter the dimensions for the paper size you are using and click OK.

  • Page 24: Printing Greeting Cards

    Load up to 10 greeting cards against the right side of the automatic feeder. Insert greeting cards with the print side facing you. Customize the Printer Properties to print greeting cards. For information on opening Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin. Click the Document/ Quality tab. Select Greeting Card Stock.

  • Page 25: Printing Iron-On Transfers

    Load up to 10 transfers against the right side of the automatic feeder. Insert the iron-on transfers with the print side facing you (blank side facing up). Customize the Printer Properties to print iron-on transfers. For information on opening Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin. Click the Document/ Quality tab.

  • Page 26: Printing Banners

    Remove any paper from the automatic feeder. Load the number of sheets required to print your banner (up to 20). Open the banner paper holder on the back of the printer. Insert banner paper into the banner paper holder. Pull the banner paper support up.
  • Page 27 Insert the unattached edge of the first page into the automatic feeder. Customize the Printer Properties for printing banners. For information on opening the Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin. Click the Paper tab. Use the scroll bar to...

  • Page 28: Printing Photos

    Chapter 3 To print high-quality photos, you will need to replace the black cartridge in your printer with a photo cartridge. Raise the front cover. The print cartridge carrier moves to the loading position (unless printer is busy).
  • Page 29 Follow the instructions on the Change Cartridge screen to install a new or an old photo cartridge. If your printer software prompts you to align your cartridges, insert a sheet of plain paper into the automatic feeder and follow the instructions on your screen.
  • Page 30 30. Chapter 3 Insert the photo paper with the print side facing you. Customize the Printer Properties for printing photos. For information on opening the Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin. Click the Document/ Quality tab. Select Automatic.
  • Page 31 Click the paper tab and use the scroll bar to select the correct size of photo paper. For information on opening the Printer Properties, see the “Tip” in the margin. Click the Paper tab. Use the scroll bar to select the correct size of photo paper.

  • Page 32: Printing Specialty Media From The Manual Feeder

    Push the specialty media down until the printer automatically loads it. When printing envelopes or card stock, make sure your envelope or card is inserted vertically as shown, and rests against the right side of the manual feeder.

  • Page 33: Caring For Your Print Cartridges

    This chapter describes how to install, replace, and care for your print cartridges. For information about: Installing or replacing print cartridges Removing a print cartridge from the printer Installing or changing a print cartridge Completing the cartridge installation Improving print quality...

  • Page 34: Installing Or Replacing Print Cartridges

    Installing or changing a print cartridge Warning For the best print quality, you must install the print cartridge in the printer and Cartridge Handling update the printer software to reflect the changes you made.

  • Page 35: Completing The Cartridge Installation

    If necessary, follow the steps for “Removing a print cartridge from the printer” on page 30 before proceeding. To install the cartridge in the printer: If you are installing a new cartridge, remove the sticker and tape covering the gold contact area of the print cartridge.

  • Page 36: Improving Print Quality

    You can improve print quality through periodic cartridge maintenance. A simple cartridge alignment may improve your print quality. However, if your printer still is not printing to your satisfaction, you may need to clean the print Cartridges in correct positions? nozzles.

  • Page 37: Print Cartridges

    • The black portions of a graphic or text do not align properly with the color portions. • Vertical lines appear “wavy.” To open the Control Program, click: Start. Programs. Compaq IJ750 Series. Compaq IJ750 Control Program on LPTx.
  • Page 38 Chapter 4 The Align Cartridge dialog box appears on your screen. Depending on the cartridge combination you have installed in your printer, a test page with one or more alignment patterns is printed. Each pattern has a number under it.

  • Page 39: Cleaning Print Nozzles

    Clean the print nozzles when you suspect the nozzles are clogged or when characters are not printing completely. Make sure plain paper is loaded in the printer. Use the Control Program to run the nozzle test. For information on opening the Control Program, see the “Tip” in the margin.
  • Page 40 Chapter 4 The printer feeds a sheet of paper and prints a nozzle test pattern, similar to the one shown: Examine the test pattern. Compare the diagonal lines above the printed bars to the diagonal lines below the printed bars.

  • Page 41: Wiping Print Nozzles And Contacts

    35), the problem may be caused by dried ink on the print cartridge nozzles. Wipe the print cartridge nozzles: Remove the print cartridge from the printer. For help, see “Removing a print cartridge from the printer” on page 30. Dampen a clean cloth with water and gently wipe the entire gold-colored area, including the nozzles.
  • Page 42 Warning Cartridge handling Do NOT wipe the nozzles and contacts with the same section of cloth. Microscopic particles may clog the print nozzles. Chapter 4 Wipe the print cartridge contacts: Dampen another section of clean cloth with water and gently wipe the entire gold-colored area, including the contacts.

  • Page 43: Cleaning Print Cartridge Carrier Contacts

    Close the front cover. Plug the printer power supply into an electrical outlet. If the print quality has not improved after this cleaning process, replace your print cartridge. If print quality still does not improve, your printer may require service. Carrier contacts...

  • Page 44: Preserving Print Cartridges

    • If a print cartridge runs out of ink, leave the empty cartridge in the printer until you are ready to replace it. Printing with one of the print cartridge carriers empty may cause printer problems. •...

  • Page 45: Appendix

    The printer software applications allow you to perform printing tasks with the best printing results. You can also use the printer software to care for your printer. Using the Control Program Use the Control Program when you want to: •...

  • Page 46: Printing From Windows Nt 4.0

    • Print a test page • Cancel a print job Opening the Control Program From the Compaq IJ750 program group, double-click the Control Program icon. Using the Printer Properties Use the Printer Properties when you want to: •...

  • Page 47: Printing From Dos

    HP DeskJet 500 You must use the HP DeskJet 500C for color print jobs. If your application does not include drivers for the HP DeskJet 500C or the HP DeskJet 500, contact the software manufacturer for a compatible driver replacement.

  • Page 48: Limited Warranty Statement

    Properties” on page 8. Make sure Disable DOS Printing is not checked. Exit Windows. Start your DOS application. Install the HP DeskJet 500C as the current printer in the DOS application from which you are printing. Some applications offer a color or black (mono) version of the HP DeskJet 500C driver.
  • Page 49 (in the carton which contained the exchange printer) and make it available for pickup by a Compaq representative. If you fail to return the defective printer within 5 business days, you will be responsible for the full amount of the replacement printer.

  • Page 50: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Compliance Information Statement

    provider for geographic restrictions, proof-of-purchase requirements, response time commitments and other specific on-site service requirements. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY, COMPAQ MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

  • Page 51: Notices

    The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. The printer manufacturer is not responsible for the use of other replacement parts. Appendix...
  • Page 52 Appendix...

  • Page 53: Index

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  • Page 54 DOS in Windows to file envelopes printing in DOS envelopes, printing error lights paper jam printer not printing stalled print cartridge carrier exit tray locating using FCC statement foils see transparencies front cover locating using glossary items A4/Letter...
  • Page 55 streaks...
  • Page 56 DOS printing job takes too long to print error lights out of paper paper jam paper jams printer not printing stalled printer Index cartridge carrier 2, 3, 9, 24, 27, general 31, 34, 36, 37, 39 nothing prints...
  • Page 57 2, 3, 9, 24, 27, general 31, 34, 36, 37, 39 nothing prints incomplete characters...

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