HP L7400 User Manual

Podręcznik użytkownikaHP Officejet Pro L7400 All-in-One seriesUser Guide

1 Get startedThis guide provides details about how to use the device and to resolve problems.•Find other resources for the product•Understand the devi

3. Remove the ink cartridges from their slots by grasping each between your thumb andforefinger and pulling it firmly toward you.4. Place the ink cart

3. Remove the control-panel faceplate as follows:a. Lift the scanner lid.b. Use either your finger or insert a thin object in the tab on the upper rig

To pack the device1. If available, pack the device for shipment by using the original packaging materials, or usethe packaging materials that came wit

CDevice specificationsFor media and media-handling specifications, see Understand specifications for supported media.Physical specificationsSize (widt

Device memory64 MB built-in RAM, 16 MB built-in MROM + 2 MB built-in Flash ROMSystem requirementsNOTE: For the most current information about supporte

• Quick Time 5.0 or later (Mac OS)• Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 or laterPrint specificationsBlack print resolutionUp to 1200 dpi with pigmented black inkCo

Electrical specificationsPower supplyUniversal power adapter (external)Power requirementsInput voltage: 100 to 240 VAC (± 10%), 50/60 Hz (± 3Hz)Output

DRegulatory informationThe device meets product requirements from regulatory agencies in your country/region.This section contains the following topic

FCC statementNotice to users in KoreaAppendix D104 Regulatory information

VCCI (Class B) compliance statement for users in JapanNotice to users in Japan about the power cordRoHS notices (China only)Toxic and hazardous substa

Resource Description Location•Serial number•Firmware versionnumber•Number of pages printedfrom the trays andaccessories•Ink levels•Printhead health st

Declaration of conformityAppendix D106 Regulatory information

Environmental product stewardship programHewlett-Packard is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner.Design for recy

Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in the European UnionEnergy consumptionThis product is designed to reduce power consumption

IndexSymbols/Numerics10 x 15 cm photo papercopy 354 x 6 inch photo papercopy 35Aaccessibility 4accessoriesinstallation 11self-test diagnostic page 49t

dots, troubleshootscan 81double-sided printing 31driveraccessories settings 12settings 30version 90warranty 89duplex printing accessoryorder online 86

management tools 43marginssetting, specifications 23mediaborderless printing 28clear jams 83duplexing 31HP, order 87load tray 23load tray 2 25locking

Reduce/Enlarge button 9reduce/enlarge copiesresize to fit letter 37resize to fit letter or A4 37regulatory information 103regulatory model number 105r

tray 1load media 24tray 2installation 11load media 25order online 86troubleshoot installation 74turn on and off in driver 12trayscapacities 22clear ja

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Front view1 Scanner lid2 Scanner glass3 Control panel4 Display5 Length/width guides6 Input tray7 Output tray extension8 Output trayPrinting supplies a

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4 Printheads5 Printhead latchBack view1 Power input2 Rear universal serial bus (USB) port3 Rear access panelControl panel buttons and lightsThe follow

Label Name and Description7Scan To: Presents the Scan To menu for selecting a scan destination.8 Power: Turns the device on or off. The Power button i

2Install the accessoriesThis section contains the following topics:•Install the duplexer•Install Tray 2•Turn on accessories in the print driverInstall

Tray 2 can hold up to 350 sheets of plain paper. For ordering information, see HPsupplies and accessories.To install Tray 21. Unpack the tray, remove

To turn on accessories on Windows computersAfter you install the device software on Windows computers, Tray 2 must be turned onin the print driver in

3 Use the deviceThis section contains the following topics:•Use control panel menus•Control-panel message types•Change device settings•Use the HP Solu

Warning messagesWarning messages inform you of events that require your attention, but they do notprevent the device from operating. An example of a w

To change settings from the HP photo and imaging software (Mac OS)1. Click the HP Device Manager icon in the Dock.2. Select the device in the Devices

Regardless, the entry point serves as the launching pad for the HP photo and imagingsoftware and services.To open the HP Photosmart Software on a Wind

NOTE: Many of the special features will not work correctly if the glass and lidbacking are not clean. For more information, see Clean the device.To lo

• Media that is heavily textured, embossed, or does not accept ink well• Media that is too lightweight or stretches easilyCards and envelopes• Avoid e

Media size Tray 1 Tray 2DuplexerStandard media sizesU.S. Letter (216 x 279 mm; 8.5 x 11 inches)8.5 x 13 inches (216 x 330 mm) U.S. Legal (216 x 356 m

Media size Tray 1 Tray 2DuplexerCardsIndex card (76.2 x 127 mm; 3 x 5 inches) Index card (102 x 152 mm; 4 x 6 inches) Index card (127 x 203 mm; 5 x

Media size Tray 1 Tray 2DuplexerBorderless panorama (4 x 10 inches, 4 x11 inches, and 4 x 12 inches) ** The device is compatible with plain and inkj

Set minimum marginsThe document margins must match (or exceed) these margin settings in portraitorientation.Media (1) Leftmargin(2) Rightmargin(3) Top

To load Tray 1 (main tray)1. Lift the output tray.2. Insert the media print-side down along the right of the tray. Make sure the stack ofmedia aligns

4. Pull out the extension on the output tray.To load Tray 21. Pull the tray out of the device by grasping under the front of the tray.2. Insert the pa

HP Officejet Pro L7400 All-in-One seriesUser Guide

4. Gently reinsert the tray.5. Pull out the extension on the output tray.Configure traysNOTE: Tray 2 is optional with some models. For ordering inform

To configure the trays1. Make sure the device is turned on.2. Perform one of the following:• Print driver (Windows): Click the Printer services button

c. In the Width and Height boxes, type the dimensions and set the margins, ifdesired.d. Click Done or OK, and then click Save.5. On the File menu, cli

To print a borderless document (Mac OS)1. Load the appropriate media. For more information, see Load media.2. Open the file that you want to print.3.

4 PrintThis section contains the following topics:•Change print settings•Print on both sides (duplexing)•Cancel a print jobChange print settingsYou ca

3. On the File menu, click Print to open the print driver.4. Change the settings that you want (such as media type), and then click OK or Print.Print

7. Choose a booklet layout from the Booklet Layout drop-down list, if you want.8. Change any other settings, and then click OK.9. Print your document.

Cancel a print jobYou can cancel a print job using one of the following methods.Control panel: Press (Cancel button). This clears the job that the de

5 CopyYou can produce high-quality color and grayscale copies on a variety of paper typesand sizes.This section contains the following topics:NOTE: Co

When you change copy settings, the changes are for the current copy job only. Youmust set the changes as defaults for the settings to apply to all fut

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To set the paper type for copies from the control panel1. In the Copy area, press Copy Menu repeatedly until Paper Type appears.2. Press until the ap

NOTE: Copy functions can also be performed using the HP Photosmart Software(Windows) or HP Photosmart Studio Software (Mac OS). See the software'

To copy a legal-size document onto letter paper1. Make sure you have paper loaded in the input tray.2. Place your original face down on the scanner gl

To copy a blurred document from the control panel1. Make sure you have paper loaded in the input tray.2. Place your original face down on the scanner

6 ScanYou can scan originals and send them to a variety of destinations, such as a folder onthe network or a program on a computer. You can use the co

To send a scan to a program on a computer from the HP photo and imagingsoftware1. On the computer, open the HP photo and imaging software. For more in

Edit a scanned photo or graphicYou can edit a scanned photo or graphic using the HP Photosmart Software. Use thissoftware to adjust the brightness, co

7 Configure and manageThis section is intended for the administrator or individual who is responsible formanaging the device. This section contains in

Monitor the deviceThis section provides instructions for monitoring the device.Use this tool... to obtain the following information...Control panel O

• HP Instant Support•myPrintMileageToolbox (Windows)The Toolbox provides maintenance information about the device.NOTE: The Toolbox can be installed f

Contents1 Get startedFind other resources for the product ...6Un

Tabs ContentsServices•Print PQ (print quality) Diagnostic Page:Allows you to diagnose issues affecting theprint quality of the device. For moreinforma

• Device Information: Displays information about the model and serial number.Also allows you to print the self-test diagnostic page of the device. Thi

NOTE: Do not bookmark the Web pages that are used to open HP InstantSupport. If you bookmark the site and connect to it by using the bookmark, thepage

If you need to call HP, it is often useful to print the self-test diagnostic page beforecalling.1. Printer Information: Shows device information (such

To print the Self-Test Diagnostic Page• Control panel: Press Setup, select Print Report, select Self-Test Report, andthen press OK.• Toolbox (Windows)

NOTE: You may connect the USB cable at a later time when you need to use thedevice.You can also share the device with other computers using a simple f

To share the device1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes.- Or -Click Start, click Control Panel, and then d

For more information about USB device sharing, see the support information on theApple Web site (www.apple.com) or the Apple Macintosh Help on the com

8. After the software is installed, connect the device to your computer.9. Press the Power button to turn the device on.After connecting and turning o

To uninstall from a Macintosh computer1. Launch HP Device Manager.2. Click Information and Settings.3. Select Uninstall HP AiO Software from the pull-

Print on both sides (duplexing) ...31Guidelines for printi

8 Maintain and troubleshootThis section contains the following topics:•Supported ink cartridges•Replace the ink cartridges•Maintain the printheads•Sto

NOTE: The ink levels shown are an estimate only. Actual ink volumes may vary.After removing a cartridge from its package, install it right away. Do no

When the quality of printouts deteriorates, complete the relevant steps based on thefollowing sequence:1. Check the health of the printheads. For more

1 Printer Information: Shows device information (such as the product model number, serialnumber, and firmware version number), the number of pages pri

Calibrate the linefeed• Control panel: Press the Setup button, select Tools, select Calibrate Linefeed,and then press OK.• Toolbox (Windows): Click th

4. Lift the handle of the printhead (which corresponds to the control panel message)and use it to pull the printhead out of its slot.5. Obtain clean,

CAUTION: Touching the nozzles can cause permanent nozzle damage. Also,ink can permanently mark clothing.7. After cleaning, place the printhead on a sh

Replace the printheadsNOTE: To find out which printheads work with your printer, see Supplies.To replace the printheads1. Open the top cover.2. If the

5. Before installing a printhead, shake the printhead up and down at least six timeswhile the printhead is still in its packaging.6. Remove the new pr

Store ink cartridgesInk cartridges can be left in the device for extended periods of time. If you remove theink cartridges, place them in an airtight

Configure the device (Windows) ...50Direct connection ...

Clean the exteriorNOTE: Before cleaning the device, turn off the power and unplug the power cordfrom the electrical socket.Use a soft, damp, lint-free

• Device takes a long time to print•Blank or partial page printed•Something on the page is missing or incorrect•Placement of the text or graphics is w

Device does not accept printheadCheck the printhead latchMake sure the printhead latch is properly closed.Check the printhead• Make sure the printhead

Check the printhead• Make sure the printhead is inserted into its correct color-coded slot. For moreinformation, see Replace the printheads.• Remove t

Check the media size• Content on a page might be cut off if the document size is larger than the mediathat you are using.• Make sure the media size se

Poor quality printoutsCheck the printheads and ink cartridgesPrint the print quality diagnostic page on a clean sheet of white paper. Evaluate anyprob

Ink is smearingCheck the print settings• When you print documents that use much ink, allow more time to dry beforehandling the printouts. This is espe

Wrong colors are printingCheck the print settingsMake sure Print in Grayscale is not selected in the printer driver. For information onchanging this s

Optional Tray 2 cannot be inserted • Reinsert the tray. Make sure it is aligned with the device opening.• Check for a paper jam. For more information,

Pages are skewing• Make sure the media loaded in the trays is aligned to the paper guides. If needed,pull out the trays from the device and reload the

Solve paper-feed problems ...73Optional Tray 2 canno

Copies are blank• Check the mediaThe media might not meet Hewlett-Packard media specifications (for example, themedia is too moist or too rough). See

Copy defects are apparent•Vertical white or faded stripesThe media might not meet Hewlett-Packard media specifications (for example, themedia is too m

Scanner did nothing• Check the originalMake sure that the original is placed on the scanner glass correctly. For moreinformation, see Load an original

Text cannot be edited• Check the settings• Make sure that the OCR software is set to edit text.• When you scan the original, make sure that you select

Text or images on the back of a two-sided original appear in the scanTwo-sided originals can "bleed" text or images from the back side to th

•Black dots or streaks• Ink, glue, correction fluid, or an unwanted substance might be on the scannerglass, the scanner glass might be dirty or scratc

Check the computer system• Make sure that your computer is running one of the supported operating systems.• Make sure that the computer meets at least

• In the Windows device manager, make sure that the USB drivers have not beendisabled.• If you are using a computer running Windows, and the computer

c. If the jam is not there, push the latch on the top of the duplexer and lower itscover. If the jam is inside, carefully remove it. Close the cover.d

Tips for avoiding jams• Make sure that nothing is blocking the paper path.• Do not overload the trays. For more information, see Understand specificat

Prepare the device for shipment ...95Remove the ink cartridg

AHP supplies and accessoriesThis section provides information on HP supplies and accessories for the device. The informationis subject to changes, vis

NOTE: The availability of ink cartridges varies by country/region. If you live in Europe, go towww.hp.com/eu/hard-to-find-supplies to locate informati

BSupport and warrantyThe information in Maintain and troubleshoot suggests solutions to common problems. If yourdevice is not operating correctly and

Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statementHewlett-Packard limited warranty statement89

Obtain electronic supportTo find support and warranty information, go to the HP Web site at www.hp.com/support. Ifprompted, choose your country/region

Support processIf you have a problem, follow these steps1. Check the documentation that came with the device.2. Visit the HP online support Web site a

Appendix B92 Support and warranty

Placing a callCall HP support while you are in front of the computer and the HP All-in-One. Be prepared toprovide the following information:• Model nu

HP Quick Exchange Service (Japan)For instructions on how to pack your device for exchange, see Pack the device.Call HP Korea customer supportAppendix

Prepare the device for shipmentIf after contacting HP Customer Support or returning to the point of purchase, you are requestedto send the device in f