HP DeskJet 300 series User's Guide

HP Deskjet F300 All-in-One seriesUser Guide

2Find more informationYou can access a variety of resources, both printed and onscreen, that provideinformation about setting up and using the HP All-

● The Explore what you can do topic provides more informationabout the practical and creative things you can do with theHP Photosmart Software and the

3Connection informationThe HP All-in-One comes equipped with a USB port so you can connect directly to acomputer using a USB cable. You can also share

client, has access only to the print features. You must perform other functions fromthe host computer or from the control panel on the HP All-in-One.T

4Load originals and load paperYou can load many different types and sizes of paper in the HP All-in-One, includingletter or A4 paper, photo paper, tra

Recommended papers for printing and copyingIf you want the best print quality, HP recommends using HP papers that arespecifically designed for the typ

Load paperThis section describes the procedure for loading different types and sizes of paperinto the HP All-in-One for your copies or printouts.Tip T

Caution Make sure that the HP All-in-One is idle and silent when youload paper into the input tray. If the HP All-in-One is servicing the printcartrid

To load 10 x 15 cm ( 4 x 6 inch) photo paper with tab in the input tray1. Remove all paper from the input tray.2. Insert the stack of photo paper into

Load other types of paperThe following papers require extra attention to load them properly.Note Not all paper sizes and paper types are available wit

HP Deskjet F300 All-in-One seriesUser Guide

years old. Labels on older sheets might peel off when the paper is pulled throughthe HP All-in-One, causing subsequent paper jams.2. Fan the stack of

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5Print from your computerThe HP All-in-One can be used with any software application that allows printing. Youcan print a range of projects, such as b

Stop a print jobAlthough you can stop a print job from either the HP All-in-One or the computer, HPrecommends you stop it from the HP All-in-One for b

6Use the copy featuresThe HP All-in-One allows you to produce high-quality color and black-and-whitecopies on a variety of paper types. You can enlarg

3. Press the Copies button to increase the number of copies up to a maximum of 9.Tip Use the software that you installed with the HP All-in-One to set

7Use the scan featuresScanning is the process of converting text and pictures into an electronic format foryour computer. You can scan almost anything

Stop scanningTo stop scanning➔Press Cancel on the control panel.Chapter 724HP Deskjet F300 All-in-One seriesScan

8Maintain the HP All-in-OneThe HP All-in-One requires little maintenance. Sometimes you might want to clean theglass and lid backing to remove surface

Clean the lid backingMinor debris can accumulate on the white document backing located underneath thelid of the HP All-in-One.To clean the lid backing

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Work with print cartridgesTo ensure the best print quality from the HP All-in-One, you will need to perform somesimple maintenance procedures. This se

Replace the print cartridgesFollow these instructions when the ink level is low.Note When the ink level for the print cartridge is low, a message appe

1 Print cartridge slot for the tri-color print cartridge2 Print cartridge slot for the black and photo print cartridges4. Pull the print cartridge tow

7. Slide the new print cartridge forward into the empty slot. Then gently push on theupper part of the print cartridge forward until it clicks into th

Note If you remove and reinstall the same print cartridge, the HP All-in-Onewill not prompt you to align the print cartridges. The HP All-in-One remem

To clean the print cartridges from the HP Photosmart Mac Software1. Load letter, A4, or legal unused plain white paper into the input tray.2. In the H

Note Do not remove both print cartridges at the same time. Remove andclean each print cartridge one at a time. Do not leave a print cartridgeoutside t

Chapter 834HP Deskjet F300 All-in-One seriesMaintain the HP All-in-One

9Order suppliesYou can order HP products, such as recommended types of paper and printcartridges, online from the HP website.● Order paper, or other m

To find out the reorder number through the HP Photosmart Mac Software1. In the HP Photosmart Studio task bar, click Devices.The HP Device Manager wind

Contents1 HP All-in-One overview...3The HP All-in-One at a glance

10Troubleshooting informationThis chapter contains troubleshooting information for the HP All-in-One. Specificinformation is provided for installation

Setup troubleshootingThis section includes installation and configuration troubleshooting tips for some of themost common issues associated with hardw

www.hp.com/supportIf prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP forinformation on calling for technical support.I connected the U

Open the print cartridge door to access the print carriage area. Remove anyobjects that are blocking the print carriage, including any packing materia

If the HP All-in-One and computer are not communicating with each other, try thefollowing:Software installation troubleshootingIf you encounter a prob

The minimum system checks screen appears (Windows)Solution Your system does not meet the minimum requirements to install thesoftware. Click Details to

I received a message that an unknown error has occurredSolution Try to continue with the installation. If that does not work, stop andthen restart the

To uninstall from a Windows computer, method 11. Disconnect the HP All-in-One from your computer. Do not connect the HP All-in-One to your computer un

To uninstall from a Windows computer, method 3Note Use this method if Uninstall is not available in the Windows Start menu.1. Insert the HP All-in-One

If paper does become jammed in your device, follow these instructions to clear thepaper jam.Clear paper jamsIf the HP All-in-One has a paper jam, firs

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3. Close the print cartridge door.4. Press Start Copy Black to continue the current job.Print cartridge troubleshootingIf you are experiencing problem

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11HP warranty and supportThis chapter provides warranty information as well as how to get support from the Internet,access your serial number and serv

Warranty informationA. Extent of limited warranty 1. Hewlett-Packard (HP) warrants to the end-user customer that the HP products specified above w

Get support and other information from the InternetTo find support and warranty information, go to the HP website at www.hp.com/support. Ifprompted, c

To print a self-test report1. Press and hold Cancel on the control panel.2. While holding Cancel, press Start Copy Color.The self-test report prints,

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Prepare the HP All-in-One for shipmentIf after contacting HP Customer Support or returning to the point of purchase you are requestedto send the HP Al

If you do not have the original packaging materials, please use other adequate packagingmaterials. Shipping damage caused by improper packaging and/or

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1HP All-in-One overviewYou can make copies quickly and easily from the HP All-in-One without turning onyour computer. You can also use the HP All-in-O

12Technical informationThe technical specifications and international regulatory information for the HP All-in-One areprovided in this section.System

Type SizeJIS (B5): 182 x 257 mmEnvelopes U.S. #10: 4.1 x 9.5 inchesA2: 111 x 146 mmDL: 110 x 220 mmC6: 114 x 162 mmTransparency film Letter: 8.5 x 11

Print margin specifications Top (leading edge)Bottom (trailing edge)1Left and right marginsPaper or transparency film U.S. (Letter, Legal,Executive)

Copy specifications● Digital image processing● Up to 9 copies from original (varies by model)● Fit to pageMode Print resolution (dpi)Scan resolution

Environmental product stewardship programThis section provides information on protecting the environment; ozone production; energyconsumption; paper u

HP inkjet supplies recycling programHP is committed to protecting the environment. The HP Inkjet Supplies Recycling Program isavailable in many countr

For more information, contact the Product Regulations Manager, Hewlett-Packard Company,San Diego, (858) 655-4100.The user may find the following bookl

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IndexSymbols/Numerics10 x 15 cm photo paperload 14specifications 574 x 6 inch photo paper, load 14AA4 paper, load 13align print cartridges 30Bbuttons,

Nnumber of copiescopy 21Oon button 4orderpaper 35print cartridges 35Setup Guide 36software 36User Guide 36Ppaperchoose 11incompatible types 12jams 17,

Control panel buttonsLabel Icon Name and Description1 On: Turns the HP All-in-One on or off. The On button is lit whenthe HP All-in-One is powered on.

Label Icon Name and DescriptionTip From the control panel, you can specify up to nine copiesof an original. However, if you connect the HP All-in-One

The following table describes common situations and explains what the lights mean.Light statusWhat it meansAll lights are off. The HP All-in-One is tu