HP 2000C manual Monitoring and Replacing Ink Cartridges, Monitoring Ink Cartridges

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MonitoringandReplacingInkCartridges

Monitoring Ink Cartridges

Monitoring Ink Cartridges

Ink cartridges for the HP 2000C require no maintenance or cleaning. As long as each ink cartridge is inserted properly in its slot, the ink will flow correctly to the printheads. Because the printheads control the amount of ink transferred to the page, you will continue to see high-quality printing results, even when the ink levels are getting low.

The printer software will notify you when an ink cartridgeÕs ink level is low. You can also check the ink levels of all the ink cartridges to determine if an ink cartridge needs to be replaced. If an ink cartridge is empty, the printer will stop printing.

To check ink cartridge ink levels

1Make sure the printer and the computer are on. (Always turn the printer on first).

2Open the HP 2000C Toolbox. For details, see ÒUsing the HP 2000C ToolboxÓ in the ÒUsing Your Printer Driver SoftwareÓ section of this UserÕs Guide.

3If two-way communication is working, the Status tab will display the current ink levels.

If two-way communication is not working, click the button Print a Page Showing Ink Levels.

NOTE:

Two-way communication between your printer and your computer lets your printer send status, attention, and error information to your computer. When two-way communication is not working, you can still check the ink levels of the ink cartridges using the HP 2000C Toolbox.

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Contents Professional Series Color PrinterHewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement UserÕs Guide Acknowledgments AcknowledgmentsPrinting History Table of Contents HPÕs Fastest Color InkJet Printer PrinterÕs Key FeaturesHPÕs Fastest Color InkJet Printer Smart Printing Saves You Time and MoneyInk Cartridges Printheads Printer Parts and Functions Understanding the PrinterÕs Parts and FunctionsRemoved for maintenance tasks Printer Lights Indications Printer Parts FunctionsTo print a Sample To print a Diagnostic TestPrinter Software Components Using Your Printer Driver SoftwarePrinter Software Components Selecting Your Printer Selecting Your PrinterUsing the HP 2000C Toolbox Using the HP 2000C ToolboxTo open the HP 2000C Toolbox Ð Windows 95 and Windows NT To open the HP 2000C Toolbox Ð WindowsChanging Print Settings Changing Print SettingsSelecting Custom HP Print Settings Using Your Printer Driver Software Paper Recommendations Selecting and Using PaperPaper Recommendations HP Special Media HP Special MediaHP Bright White InkJet Paper HP Premium InkJet PaperHP Photo Paper HP Premium InkJet Heavyweight PaperHP Premium Photo Paper HP Deluxe Photo PaperHP Premium InkJet Rapid-Dry Transparencies Basic Steps for Loading All Types of Media Basic Steps for Loading All Types of MediaTo load media in the in tray Selecting and Using Paper Selecting and Using Paper Monitoring Ink Cartridges Monitoring and Replacing Ink CartridgesMonitoring Ink Cartridges To check ink cartridge ink levelsReplacing an Ink Cartridge Replacing an Ink CartridgeClose the ink cartridge door Maintaining Printheads Maintaining and Replacing PrintheadsMaintaining Printheads Replacing a Printhead To clean the printheadsReplacing a Printhead Make sure the printer power is onMaintaining and Replacing Printheads Maintaining and Replacing Printheads Setting Up Your Printer on a Network Using Your Printer on a NetworkNetwork-Connect Network-Connect recommendedUsing the HP 2000C Toolbox for Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing ProblemsTo use the troubleshooting feature HP 2000C Toolbox Windows 95 and Windows NTPrinting a Diagnostic Test Printing a Diagnostic TestTesting Two-way Communication To test two-way communicationClearing Paper Jams Clearing Paper JamsTo clear a paper jam in the in or OUT tray Information on Other Printing Problems Information on Other Printing ProblemsCustomer Support Using the HP 2000C Toolbox for TroubleshootingElectronic Support World Wide WebHP First Fax Program HP First Fax ProgramCountry Telephone Number North America EuropeHP Customer Support Center Help After the Warranty PeriodHP Customer Support Center Help CountryDuring the Warranty Period Latin America During the Warranty PeriodAfrica Other Support Programs Extending Your WarrantyOther Support Programs Express Exchange U.S. onlyReplaceable Parts Ordering Parts and AccessoriesReplaceable Parts HP Reorder Number Accessories AccessoriesOrdering Information Ordering InformationMinimum Margins SpecificationsMinimum Margins Printer Specifications Printer SpecificationsButtons Recommended System Requirements Minimum System RequirementsRegulatory Notice Regulatory NoticeRegulatory Notice Hewlett-Packard Company Model C4530AReduction and Elimination Environmental StatementRecycling Energy ConsumptionUserÕs Guide Number C4530-90019