HP cp1700 manual Using the Toolbox, Maintaining the printer, Troubleshooting

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Printing envelopes and cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Printing on transparencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11Printing on media of user-defined size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11Using the rear manual feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Using the Toolbox

Printer Status tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1Information tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1Printer Services tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Maintaining the printer

Cleaning the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Maintaining the printheads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2Cleaning the printheads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Aligning the printheads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3Replacing the printheads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3Maintaining the ink cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Troubleshooting

Checking the basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1Resolving printer problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1Unexpected printer shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2Printer is not responding (nothing prints) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2Printer light blinks alternating amber and green . . . . . . . . . . 8-3Printer takes a long time to print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3Resolving printing problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4Blank page printed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4Infrared printing does not work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4Something on the page is missing or incorrect . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5Placement of the text or graphics is wrong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5Poor print quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6Meaningless characters printed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6Ink is smearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely . . . . . . . 8-7Faded or dull-colored output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7Colors are printing as black and white . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8 Colors do not line up properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Resolving paper-feed problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Print media is jammed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9Paper tray cannot be inserted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12 Paper-feed problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12

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Contents User’s guide Copyright Information Contents Troubleshooting Using the ToolboxMaintaining the printer HP Supplies and Accessories LCD Messages Printer SpecificationsGetting started Other resources for product informationPrinter parts and locations Setting upFront of printer LCD panel and infrared lens Back of printer Auto-duplex unit optional accessory Setting up the printerCheck the box contents Install Tray 2 optional accessory Unpack the printerInstall the auto-duplex unit Install the ink cartridges Turn on the printerInstall the printheads Enww Load paper Media type Tray 1 Tray 2 Front Rear Manual feedTips for loading paper To load Tray 1 or TrayConnect the interface cable Install the printer softwareTo load the front manual feed Setting the LCD language To set the LCD languageNetwork Connecting to aPeer-to-peer networks Client-server networks Installing the network printer on client computers Establishing a network connectionTo install a network printer on a client computer To configure Mac AppleTalkClose the Chooser window Installingsoftware printer Installing the Windows printer softwareTo install the printer driver Installing the printer driverMaking copies of the software To verify the installation Installing the Macintosh printer softwareTo uninstall the software To install the printer driver Uninstalling the softwareInstalling the software on DOS Installing other softwareUsing the Printer Printer featuresTo change print settings for the current document Printer settingsTo change default print settings Selecting print media Printer driver helpJIS B5 Selecting a tray Media handlingTo turn on Auto-Pick Tips for selecting and using print media Minimum marginsPerforming printer tasks Cancelling a print jobTwo-sided printing duplexing To perform auto-duplexing To perform manual duplexingTips for two-sided printing Infrared printingTo print from a handheld device or laptop Printing on special media Printing envelopes and cardsTo print envelopes or cards from Tray Tips for printing envelopesPrinting on media of user-defined size Printing on transparenciesTo print on transparencies Using the rear manual feed To print on media of user-defined sizeTo print using the rear manual feed Printer Status tab Using the ToolboxInformation tab Printer Services tab To clean the inside of the printer Cleaning the printerMaintaining the printer Cleaning the printheads To perform a level 1 printhead cleaningTo perform a level 2 printhead cleaning Maintaining the printheadsTo perform a level 3 printhead cleaning Aligning the printheadsReplacing the printheads To align the printheadsMaintaining the ink cartridges To replace an ink cartridgeResolving printer problems TroubleshootingChecking the basics Unexpected printer shutdown Printer is not responding nothing printsPrinter light blinks alternating amber and green Printer takes a long time to printBlank page printed Resolving printing problemsInfrared printing does not work Placement of the text or graphics is wrong Something on the page is missing or incorrectPoor print quality Check how the media is loadedInk is smearing Colors are printing as black and white Print media is jammed Resolving paper-feed problemsTo clear a jam Enww Enww Paper tray cannot be inserted Paper-feed problemsTo avoid jams Printing a diagnostic To print a diagnostic page from the LCD panelResolving common Macintosh problems Contacting customer supportOn the World Wide Web HP telephone supportFor customers in North America For customers outside of North AmericaCalling from elsewhere in the world AustraliaHP Supplies Accessories AccessoriesSupplies Ink cartridgesParallel cables USB cableNetwork interface HP Bright White Inkjet PaperHP Premium Photo Paper HP Photo PaperHP ColorFast Photo Paper HP Photo Quality Inkjet/Design Glossy PaperHP Design Heavyweight Paper HP Heavyweight Premium PaperHP Professional Brochure and Flyer Paper HP Premium Inkjet PaperHP Banner Paper HP Textured Greeting CardsHP Greeting Card Paper HP Iron-on T-shirt TransfersCancelling JOB LCD MessagesExpired Available Printhead Access Printer Specifications Standard International A6, A5, A4, A3, A3+Without auto-duplex unit and Tray 2 installed Recommended Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement Limitations of Warranty Enww Declaration of Conformity Index Enww Input trays Enww Enww Enww Weight specifications media C-2 printer C-2 Enww

cp1700 specifications

The HP Color LaserJet CP1700 is a versatile color printer designed to meet the demands of both home and small office environments. Known for its robust performance and high-quality output, this printer has garnered attention for its blend of features and technologies that cater to various printing needs.

One of the standout characteristics of the CP1700 is its ability to produce vibrant color prints with excellent resolution. With a maximum print resolution of up to 1200 x 1200 dpi, the CP1700 ensures that graphics and images are rendered with stunning detail and color accuracy. This makes it particularly suitable for printing marketing materials, brochures, and other visually demanding documents.

Key to the printing capabilities of the HP CP1700 is its efficient processing technology. It is equipped with an 800 MHz processor and comes with a significant amount of memory, allowing for quick processing of complex documents. This efficiency is further enhanced by HP's FastRes technology, which provides enhanced print speeds without sacrificing quality. The printer boasts a print speed of up to 16 pages per minute for black and white documents and up to 4 pages per minute for color documents, making it a reliable choice for users who require swift printing solutions.

The CP1700 supports a variety of media sizes and types, including letter, legal, envelope, and various photo papers, catering to diverse printing tasks. Its versatile paper handling capabilities include an input tray that can hold up to 250 sheets, significantly reducing the frequency of paper refills during heavy printing sessions.

Connectivity is another vital feature of the HP CP1700. The printer comes with USB and parallel port options, making it easy to connect to a range of devices, including PCs and Macs. Additionally, it supports a variety of operating systems, ensuring compatibility with both Windows and Mac environments.

In terms of maintenance and cost-efficiency, the CP1700 utilizes separate toner cartridges for black and color, allowing users to replace only the color that runs out. This not only helps in managing printing costs but also ensures that the printer remains operational without unnecessary downtime.

Overall, the HP Color LaserJet CP1700 stands out as a capable printer that balances performance, quality, and versatility. With its high-speed printing, superior color output, and adaptable connectivity options, it serves as a valuable tool for users seeking a reliable color printing solution.
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