HP M1530 manual Select a paper type, Use paper that meets HP specifications, Print a cleaning

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Select a paper type

1.Open the printer driver, click the Properties or Preferences button, and then click the Paper/ Quality tab.

2.Select a type from the Type is drop-down list.

3.Click the OK button.

Use paper that meets HP specifications

Use different paper if you are having any of the following problems:

●The printing is too light or seems faded in areas.

●Specks of toner are on the printed pages.

●Toner is smearing on the printed pages.

●Printed characters seem misformed.

●Printed pages are curled.

Always use a paper type and weight that this product supports. In addition, follow these guidelines when selecting paper:

●Use paper that is of good quality and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, staples, and curled or bent edges.

●Use paper that has not been previously printed on.

●Use paper that is designed for use in laser printers. Do not use paper that is designed only for use in Inkjet printers.

●Use paper that is not too rough. Using smoother paper generally results in better print quality.

Print a cleaning page

Print a cleaning page to remove dust and excess toner from the paper path if you are having any of the following problems:

●Specks of toner are on the printed pages.

●Toner is smearing on the printed pages.

●Repeated marks occur on the printed pages. Use the following procedure to print a cleaning page.

1.On the product control panel, press the Setup button.

2.Use the arrow buttons to select the Service menu.

3.Use the arrow buttons to select the Cleaning Page item.

4.Load plain letter or A4 paper when you are prompted.

5.Press the OK button to begin the cleaning process.

A page feeds through the product slowly. Discard the page when the process is completed.

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Contents Laserjet PRO M1530 Page HP LaserJet Pro M1530 MFP Series Trademark Credits Copyright and LicenseConventions used in this guide Iv Conventions used in this guide Table of contents Use the product with Mac Load the document feeder Configure trays 109 101203 171237 249 239247 263 Product basics HP LaserJet M1536dnf MFP Product featuresAccessibility features Environmental featuresFront view Product viewsInterface ports Back viewSerial number and model number location Start Copy button. Use the Start Copy Control panel layoutEnww Control panel menus Setup menu Reports menu Quick Forms menuFax Setup Receives Result in no change to the faxed copyFit to On multiple pagesSystem Setup menu Tray is empty CancelDoes not specify a size Legal Def. Paper Type Lists availableService menu Network Setup menu Tray Printing a copy Two-Sided To 1 sided Function specific menusCopy Documents, onto the same side of one sheet of paperFax Edits the fax phone book speed dials and group-dial entries Software for Windows HP PCL 6 driver description Supported operating systems for WindowsSupported printer drivers for Windows Select the correct printer driver for WindowsHP UPD PCL 5 driver description Click Properties or Preferences Change print job settingsChange printer-driver settings for Windows PrintChange the product configuration settings Change the default settings for all print jobsWindows Vista and Windows Remove software for WindowsWindows XP Software Supported utilities for WindowsSoftware for other operating systems Other Windows components and utilitiesEnww Use the product with Mac Supported operating systems for Mac Install software for Mac operating systemsInstall software for Mac computers on a wired network Software for MacRemove software from Mac operating systems Manual configurationAutomatic configuration Install the softwareMac OS X 10.5 Change printer-driver settings for MacChange the default settings for all Print jobs SettingsSupported utilities for Mac Software for Mac computersHP Utility for Mac Print with Mac Cancel a print job with a MacCreate and use printing presets with Mac Create a printing presetUse watermarks with Mac Use printing presetsResize documents or print on a custom paper size with Mac Print a cover page with MacPrint on both sides manually Print multiple pages on one sheet of paper with MacPrint on both sides of the page duplex printing with Mac Use automatic duplex printingSelect the Device Maintenance tab Use the Services menu with MacFax with Mac Scan with Mac Enww Connect the product Supported network protocols Supported network operating systemsPrinter sharing disclaimer Connect with USB Connect to a networkInstall the software Install the product on a wired networkConfigure the IP address Link speed setting Configure network settingsView or change network settings Set or change the product password10T Half 100TX Full 100TX Half Enww Paper and print media Media type Understand paper useSpecial paper guidelines Media type Do not Supported paper sizes Size Dimensions Tray Priority input slotChange the printer driver to match the paper type and size Paper type printer driver Tray Priority input slot Supported paper types and tray capacityPaper orientation for loading trays Tray or bin Paper type Specifications QuantityPaper type How to load paper Enww Load Tray Load paper traysLoad the priority input slot Load the document feeder Enww Paper use Configure the product Print Configure traysConfigure the tray Enww Print tasks Cancel a print job Open the printer driver with Windows Basic print tasks with WindowsUse a printing shortcut with Windows Save custom print settings for reuse with WindowsGet help for any printing option with Windows Change the number of print copies with WindowsClick the Printing Shortcuts tab Create printing shortcuts Enww Select a custom page size with Windows Improve print quality with WindowsSelect the page size with Windows Select the paper tray with Windows Print on both sides duplex with WindowsSelect the paper type with Windows Automatically print on both sides with Windows Manually print on both sides with Windows Enww Print multiple pages per sheet with Windows Enww Select page orientation with Windows Enww Print on preprinted letterhead or forms with Windows Additional print tasks with WindowsEnww Print on special paper, labels, or transparencies Enww Expand the list of Type is options Print the first or last page on different paper with Windows Enww Enww Scale a document to fit page size Enww Create a booklet with Windows Add a watermark to a document with WindowsEnww Copy Multiple copies Use copy functionsOne-touch copy Copy identification cards Copy a multiple-page originalReduce or enlarge a copy image Cancel a copy jobSet the copy quality according to the original document Copy settingsCollate a copy job Change copy qualityCheck the scanner glass for dirt and smudges Set the copy draft settingSet the paper size and type for copying on special paper Adjust the lightness or darkness for copiesPaper-size settings Paper-type settingsRestore copy default settings Save copy setting changes as default settingsEnww Copy photos Copy mixed-size originals Copy two-sided documents manually Copy on both sides duplexCopy documents automatically Copy Button to return the product to Ready Copy Scan Scan methods Scan by using HP Scan software WindowsScan by using other software Use the scan functionsScan by using optical character recognition OCR software Cancel a scanScanner resolution and color Scan settingsColor Resolution and color guidelinesSetting Recommended use Scan quality Scan a photo Enww 10 Fax Connect additional devices Set up faxInstall and connect the hardware Connect fax to a telephone lineSet up fax Set up fax with a telephone answering machine Set up fax with an extension phone Configure fax settingsSetup for stand-alone fax Use of common localized letters in fax headers Use the control panel to set the fax time, date, and headerDelete the phone book Use the phone bookUse the control panel to create and edit the fax phone book Use phone-book data from other programsCreate and edit speed dials Use speed dialsDelete speed dials Delete an individual from a group-dial entry Manage group-dial entriesCreate and edit group-dial entries Delete group-dial entriesPress the Cancel button if you are finished Set the dial-tone detection Set fax settingsSend fax settings Set special dialing symbols and optionsSet the redial-on-no-answer option Set autoredial and the time between redialsSet tone-dialing or pulse-dialing Set the redial-on-busy optionSet resolution settings Set light/dark and resolutionSet the redial-on-communication-error option Set the default light/dark contrast settingUse billing codes Set the default resolution settingSet the billing-code setting Set billing codesSet fax forwarding Receive fax settingsSet the answer mode Set the number of rings-to-answer Block or unblock fax numbersSet distinctive ring Type of telephone line Recommended rings-to-answer settingUse autoreduction for incoming faxes Turn off the receive-to-PC setting from the control panelSet the product to send received faxes to a computer Set the fax sounds volume Set fax reprint settingsSet stamp-received faxes Set the private receive featureTurn on the private receive feature Turn off the private receive featureSet fax polling Disable the product faxDelete faxes from memory Cancel a faxUse fax Fax softwareDSL Use fax on a DSL, PBX, or Isdn systemSend a fax Use fax on a VoIP serviceFax memory is retained when there is a loss of power Fax memoryManual dial faxing Fax from the document feederManual redial Send a fax to a group manually ad hoc faxingUse speed dials and group-dial entries Send a fax by using a speed dialSend a fax by using a group-dial entry Enww Send a fax from the software Send a fax from the softwareSchedule a fax to be sent later Send a fax with confirmationUse access codes, credit cards, or calling cards Automatically print on both sides of received faxes Receive a faxPrint a fax Reprint a faxReceive faxes to a computer Receive faxes when fax tones are audible on the phone lineView a new fax when in receive to PC mode Fax troubleshooting checklist Solve fax problemsDocument feeder door is open Fax error messagesComm. Error Canceled faxRedial Pending Canceled sendCanceling recv Fax is busyFax recv. error Canceling sendClear Saved Faxs option Fax Send errorMemory is low No fax answer No dial toneNo fax detected Code number Description View and interpret fax error codesTroubleshoot fax codes and trace reports View the fax trace report Print individual fax reports Fax logs and reportsPrint all fax reports Set the fax activity log to print automatically Set the fax error reportSet the fax confirmation report Change the fax speed Change error correction and fax speedSet the fax-error-correction mode Comm. Error message appears Solve problems sending faxesAn error message displays on the control panel Fax is busy message appears No dial toneFax memory full message appears No fax answer message appearsDocument feeder paper jam Faxes can be received, but not sent Scanner errorUnable to use group dials Unable to use fax functions from the control panelUnable to use speed dials Enww An answering machine is connected to the product Solve problems receiving faxesFax does not respond Fax has a dedicated phone lineVoice mail is available on the fax line Answer Mode setting is set to the Manual settingTelephone handset is connected to the product No fax detected message appears Product is connected to a DSL phone serviceProduct uses a fax over IP or VoIP phone service Select the Print Log Now option Fax is received but does not print Private Receive feature is onReceive to PC feature is enabled Handset is connected to the product Sender receives a busy signalNo dial tone Cannot send or receive a fax on a PBX lineFaxes are sending slowly Solve general fax problemsFax cuts off or prints on two pages Fax quality is poorRegulatory information and warranties Manage and maintain the product Event log Description How to print ConfigurationInformation pages PCL, PCL 6, or PS font listNetwork report Description How to print Menu mapEvent log HP ToolboxFXView HP ToolboxFX StatusFax phone book Fax tasksEnww Block Faxes HelpFax send log Fax receive logDevice information System SettingsPaper types Paper handlingPrint quality Device polling Print SettingsSystem setup ServicePostScript Network SettingsPCL 5e Embedded Web server FeaturesAssign a system password through the EWS Use HP Web Jetadmin softwareProduct security features Assign a system password through the product control panelLock the product Archive print Economy settingsPrint with EconoMode Activate the quiet mode from the product control panel Quiet mode settingsActivate the quiet mode from the printer driver Supplies messages Manage supplies and accessoriesPrint when a cartridge is at estimated end of life Manage print cartridges Redistribute toner Replacement instructionsEnww Replace the print cartridge Enww Replace the pickup roller Enww Enww Replace the separation pad Enww Clean the pickup roller Clean the productClean the paper path Clean the document feeder pickup rollers and separation padClean the paper path from the product control panel Clean the scanner glass strip and platenClean the paper path from HP ToolboxFX Product updates Enww Solve problems Self help Test print functionality Problem-solving checklistCheck that the product power is on Check the control panel for error messagesTry sending a print job from a computer Test the fax sending functionalityTest the fax receiving functionality Factors that affect product performance Restore the factory-set defaultsControl panel messages Interpret control panel messagesControl panel message types Turn off then on Fuser ErrorScanner Error Fan ErrorPress OK to continue Device errorEngine comm. Error ADF door is openJam in print paper path Cleaning Page OK to start Manual duplexPress OK Hardware error Jam in output binRemove shipping lock from cartridge Resend UpgradeNo paper pickup Print failureUnexpected size in tray Sensor ErrorSettings cleared Used black cartridge is installedPrevent paper jams Paper feeds incorrectly or becomes jammedProduct does not pick up paper Product picks up multiple sheets of paperJam locations Clear jamsClear jams from the document feeder Clear jams from the input trays Enww Clear jams from inside the product Enww Clear jams from the output areas Clear jams from the duplexer Enww Improve print quality Select a paper type Use paper that meets HP specificationsPrint a cleaning Print the Supplies Status Type of print cartridge Steps to resolve the problemCheck the print cartridge Inspect the print cartridge for damage Repeating defects HP UPD PS driver Use the printer driver that best meets your printing needsImprove print quality for copies HP PCL 6 driverProduct does not print Product does not print or it prints slowlyProduct prints slowly Solve connectivity problemsSolve direct-connect problems Solve network problemsComputer is unable to communicate with the product Computer is using the incorrect IP address for the productPoor physical connection Product is disabled, or other network settings are incorrect Computer or workstation might be set up incorrectlyPrinter driver is not listed in the Print & Fax list Product software problemsSolve common Mac problems Problem SolutionPrint job was not sent to the product that you wanted Software troubleshootingHardware troubleshooting Enww Supplies and accessories Print cartridge Order parts, accessories, and suppliesMaintenance kits Part numbersService and support Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement Page Data stored on the print cartridge Transfer End User License AgreementEnww Customer support Repack the product Product specifications Operating Storage Physical specificationsSpecification HP LaserJet M1536dnf Regulatory information Protecting the environment Power consumptionFCC regulations Environmental product stewardship programHP LaserJet print supplies Toner consumptionPaper use PlasticsSingle returns PaperMaterial restrictions Non-U.S. returnsEnww Supplementary Information Declaration of conformityFor regulatory topics only Boise, Idaho USASeptember Power cord statement Japan EMC statement Korea Safety statementsLaser safety Vcci statement Japan Power cord instructionsGS statement Germany Laser statement for FinlandEnww Additional FCC statement for telecom products US Additional statements for telecom fax productsEU Statement for Telecom Operation New Zealand Telecom StatementsIndustry Canada CS-03 requirements Telephone Consumer Protection Act USEnww Enww Index DSL Isdn HelpEnww PBX WIA TCP/IP Enww Page CE538-90909* *CE538-90909
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M1530 specifications

The HP M1530 is a laser printer designed to meet the needs of small businesses and home offices. Known for its compact design and efficient performance, this printer combines impressive printing speeds with remarkable print quality, making it an ideal choice for those who require professionalism without compromising on space.

One of the key features of the HP M1530 is its fast printing capability, delivering up to 27 pages per minute for black-and-white documents. This speed can significantly enhance productivity, especially for users who handle large volumes of printing tasks. The first page out time is also commendably quick, taking as little as 8.5 seconds, allowing users to print essential documents without long waiting periods.

The M1530 utilizes laser technology, which ensures that prints are sharp, clear, and smudge-resistant. The printer supports a maximum print resolution of up to 600 x 600 dpi, providing high-quality text and graphics. Additionally, it supports a variety of media sizes and types, ranging from standard A4 to envelopes, making it versatile for various printing needs.

Another significant characteristic of the HP M1530 is its energy efficiency. It is designed to consume less power than traditional printers, with an Auto-On/Auto-Off feature that automatically turns the printer on when a print job is sent and off when not in use. This functionality helps to reduce energy consumption, making it a more environmentally friendly option.

Connectivity options are also noteworthy in the HP M1530. It offers USB 2.0 connectivity, making it straightforward to connect to computers and laptops. The printer is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows and macOS, ensuring a seamless integration into existing setups.

In terms of maintenance, the HP M1530 is equipped with an easy-to-replace toner cartridge system, allowing users to replace consumables without hassle. The printer typically comes with a standard toner cartridge, providing a substantial page yield, which can lead to lower running costs.

In summary, the HP M1530 is a compact, efficient, and high-performance laser printer, suitable for small businesses and home offices. With its rapid printing speeds, excellent print quality, energy-efficient features, and straightforward connectivity, it stands out as a reliable choice for users seeking a dependable printing solution.
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