Hp Deskjet 5440 Photo Printer User Manual

HP Deskjet 5400 seriesUser's guide

PictBridge lights Plug a PictBridge-enabled camera into the printer PictBridge port using a digitalcamera USB cable to print digital photographs.1 C

3. Pull out the Out-tray extension.In tray The In tray holds paper or other media.1 In trayPaper guidePrint on different sizes of media by sliding th

Out tray Printed pages are deposited in the Out tray.1 Out trayRaise the Out tray to load paper or other media. Lower the Out tray before printing.To

Fold the paper trays Follow these steps to fold the paper trays:1. Remove paper or other media from the paper trays.2. If the Out-tray extension stop

Print cartridges Three print cartridges can be used with the printer.1 Black print cartridge2 Tri-color print cartridge3 Photo print cartridgeUse prin

1 Selection number label● Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see thereference guide that came with the printer.●

4Connect to the printer● USB● NetworkingUSB The printer connects to the computer with a universal serial bus (USB) cable.For instructions about connec

5Print photos The printer software offers several features that make printing digital photos easierand improve photo quality.Learn how to perform the

1 Small photos2 Large photosNote Some panoramic paper sizes might extend beyond the edge of theIn tray.6. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Page Set

Guidelines● For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tri-color print cartridge.● For maximum fade resistance, use

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Print1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:– Paper Size: The appropriate paper size– Orientation: The appropriate

Photo print cartridge The photo print cartridge, when used in conjunction with the tri-color print cartridge,provides virtually grain-free photos. It

5. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print.Maximum dpi The maximum dpi print quality setting offers 4800 x 1200 opti

Save money when printing photos To save money and ink when printing photos, use HP Everyday Photo Paper and setthe print quality to Normal.HP Everyday

6Print photos from a digitalcamera Learn how to print photos directly from a digital camera.● About PictBridge● PictBridge printingAbout PictBridgeWi

Check the documentation that came with your camera to ensure that your camerasupports PictBridge.Follow these steps to print photos from a PictBridge-

7Print other documentsE-mail Letters Documents EnvelopesBrochures Greeting cards Postcards Transparencies Labels Index cards Iron-on transfers Printi

5. Lower the Out tray.Print1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling,and orientation options.2. Open the Print d

5. Lower the Out tray.Print1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling,and orientation options.2. Open the Print d

2 Legal paper (extends over the edge of the In tray)5. Lower the Out tray.Print1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size,

Contents1 Welcome...32 Special features..

6. Lower the Out tray.Print1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling,and orientation options.2. Open the Print d

Print borderless brochures1. Open the Page Setup dialog box.2. Click the appropriate borderless paper size in the Paper Size menu.3. Click OK.4. Open

7. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:– Paper Size: The appropriate card size– Orientat

6. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:– Paper Size: The appropriate card size– Orientat

4. Carefully push the transparencies into the printer until they stop, so that none ofthe adhesive strips catch on one another.5. Slide the paper guid

7. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:– Paper Size: A4 or US Letter– Orientation: The a

6. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:– Paper Size: The appropriate card size– Orientat

6. Lower the Out tray.Print1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:Paper Size: A4 or US Letter2. Click OK.3. Open th

8Printing tips Save timeSet the order that the pages print.Save money● Print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper.● Use HP Everyday Photo Paper

Note The reverse page order feature is only available in Mac OS X 10.3 andlater.Print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper Use the printer softwa

Manage the printer (Mac OS X 10.2) ...41View and change the status of a print job (Mac

2. Click the Preview button.A preview appears of the printed document.3. Do one of the following:– Click Print to print the document.– Click Cancel to

9Printer software● Print settings● Manage the printer (Mac OS X 10.3)● Manage the printer (Mac OS X 10.2)● View and change the status of a print job (

6. Save as PDF: Convert the document to Adobe PDF format.7. Fax: Send the document as a fax.Note The Fax option is available only in Mac OS X 10.3 and

Manage the printer (Mac OS X 10.2) Use Print Center to manage the printer. Managing the printer includes the followingtasks:● Add a printer● Set a de

View and change the status of a print job (Mac OS X 10.2) When printing a document with background printing, use Print Center to view thestatus of th

10Maintenance● Install print cartridges● Set the auto-off feature● Align the print cartridges● Calibrate color● Calibrate print quality● Automatically

1 Selection number label● Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see thereference guide that came with the printer.●

6. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully removethe plastic tape.1 Remove plastic tapeCaution Do not touch the print

Set the auto-off featureSelect the auto-off feature to automatically place the printer into idle mode after 30minutes and to turn back on automaticall

5. Click Calibrate, and then follow the onscreen instructions.Automatically clean print cartridges If your printed pages are missing lines or dots,

1WelcomeTo find an answer to a question, select one of the following topics:● Special features● Get started● Connect to the printer● Print photos● Pri

When cleaning the printer, keep these tips in mind:● Do not clean the interior of the printer. Keep all fluids away from the interior.● Do not use hou

2. Wipe the print cartridge copper contacts with the cotton swab.Caution Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles. Touching the inknozzles will re

Remove the print cartridge from the print cartridge protectorPress down and back on the top of the protector to release the print cartridge. Slidethe

Mac OS X 10.31. In Finder, click Applications, click Utilities, and then double-click Printer SetupUtility.2. Select the printer, and then click Utili

11Troubleshooting● Printer does not print● Paper jam● Paper problems● Printer is stalled● Print cartridge problems● Photos do not print correctly● Pic

Check the print queueThe printer will not print if a print job is stalled in the print queue. To resolve a print jobthat is stalled in the print queue

6. If the paper jam cannot be removed from the back of the printer, raise the printercover, remove the paper jam from the front of the printer, and th

Printer prints on multiple sheets at onceIf the printer prints on multiple sheets at once, follow these guidelines.Printer prints on multiple sheets a

Print cartridge problemsIncorrect print cartridge The printer can only print when the correct print cartridges are installed. If you receivea print c

Note You can print with one print cartridge in ink-backup mode if you donot have a replacement print cartridge available.5. If the Resume light contin

2Special featuresCongratulations! You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped withseveral exciting features:● Borderless printing: Use t

Check the printer settings 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box.2. In the Page Attributes pane, verify the following settings:– Paper Size: The appropria

3. If horizontal lines still occur, perform a print quality calibration.A black and a tri-color print cartridge must be installed for print quality ca

PictBridge problems Images in a connected digital camera do not printThere are several reasons why images in a connected digital camera do not print:

State of the lights TaskConnection light is on and the Error lightflashes twiceThe camera has requested anunsupported command.Print quality is poor St

1 Remove plastic tape● Consider selecting a higher print quality.Blank pages print ● The protective piece of plastic tape might still be attached to t

Document is misprinted Text and images are misaligned If the text and images on your printouts are misaligned, then align the print cartridges.Documen

Streaks appear in a light portion of a photo If streaks appear in a light portion of a photo, approximately 63 mm (2.5 inches) fromone of the long edg

Image is printed at an angle Verify that no problem exists with the source image. For example, if you are printing ascanned image, verify that the ima

Part of the photo is fadedIf part of the photo is faded, follow these guidelines.Photo has unwanted borderIf the photo has an unwanted border, follow

Photo has an unwanted border The following conditions can create an unwanted border.For most paper typesIf the photo has an unwanted border, try one o

3Get started● Printer features● Buttons and lights● Paper trays● Print cartridges● Ink-backup modePrinter featuresThe printer has several features to

Error messages Out of paper messageIf you receive an out of paper message, follow these guidelines.Print cartridge problem message The Resume light

If the In tray is empty1. Load paper in the tray.2. Press the Resume button to continue printing.Printer lights are on or flashingWhat the lights indi

Resume light is flashing 1 Resume lightIf the Resume light is flashing, check the following conditions:● The printer might be out of paper.Place pap

Complex documents, graphics, or photos are printing Documents containing graphics or photos print more slowly than text documents.Best or maximum dpi

12Supplies● Paper● USB cablesPaperTo order media such as HP Premium Paper, HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film,HP Iron-On Paper, or HP Greeting Cards,

13Specifications● Printer specificationsPrinter specificationsSee the reference guide that came with your printer for complete printerspecifications,

14Environmental information● Environmental statement● Print cartridge recoveryEnvironmental statement Hewlett-Packard continuously improves the design

Recycling information for the European UnionImportant recycling information for our customers in the European Union: Topreserve the environment, this

fabrication processes, copper wire, steel plates, and the precious materials used inelectronics. Depending on the model, HP is able to recycle up to 6

IndexAadding the printer 40, 41aligning print cartridges 46auto-off feature 46Bborderless printing guidelines63brochure printing 28buttonsPower button

1 USB portButtons and lights Use the printer buttons to turn the printer on and off, cancel a print job, and restart ajob. The printer lights give you

recycling 75replacing 12selection numbers 43storing 49used with the printer 12Print Center 41Print dialog box 39print job status 41, 42print preview 3

1 Power buttonThe Power light flashes when the printer is processing.Caution Always use the Power button to turn the printer on and off. Using apower