HP 1100A manual Getting to know the printer

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1 Getting to know the printer

This chapter provides information on the following topics:

●Printer features and benefits

●Printer components

●Choosing paper and other media

●Loading paper into the printer

●Turning the power off

●Voltage conversions

●Accessing printer properties (driver) and help

●Printing a self-test page

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For installation instructions, see the “HP LaserJet Quick Reference

 

Guide” that came with your printer.

 

 

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Contents S e r J e t 0 0 a Page User Guide Trademark Credits WarrantyCopyright Hewlett- Packard Company Contents Printing media Copying tasks Troubleshooting the Copier/Scanner Appendix a Printer specifications Index Getting to know the printer Create professional documents Printer features and benefitsPrint with excellent quality Save moneyPrinter components Ready light Printer control panelFront single-sheet paper input tray Printer paper input traysPrinter paper guides Rear paper input trayStraight-through paper output path Printer paper output pathsPaper output bin Printer door Minimum supported paper size 76 by 127 mm 3 by 5 Choosing paper and other mediaMaximum supported paper size 216 by 356 mm 8.5 by 14 Specific types Loading paper into the printerVoltage conversions Turning the power offWindows Accessing printer properties driver and helpPrinter properties driver Windows 9x & NTOnline help Printer online helpPrinter properties online help Printing a self-test Getting to know the printer Getting to know the Copier/Scanner Copy Scanner features and benefitsPowerful copier software Copier Control Panel ScanGetting to know the software Close Document Assistant Accessing the Document AssistantDocument Assistant Windows 9x & NT Click Programs Click HP LaserJet Click Document AssistantLaserJet Document Desktop Windows 3.1x, 9x, NT Accessing the LaserJet Document Desktop Windows 9x & NTAccessing the LaserJet Document Desktop Windows Copier Control Panel Quick Copy settingsLaserJet Toolbox Accessing the LaserJet Toolbox Windows 9x & NTScanner control panel Copier/Scanner componentsScanner door Scanner paper input tray, guides, and output pathSupported paper sizes and types media Precautions for copying and scanning Loading Copier/Scanner originals LaserJet Document Desktop Click Help from the main menu Accessing the online helpDocument Assistant Click Tools, and then click Help Getting to know the Copier/Scanner Printing media Printing transparencies Printing envelopes Printing labels Printing letterhead Printing cards Printing tasks Printing with manual feed Printing on both sides of the paper manual duplexing Manual duplex using the paper output bin standard Manual duplex special heavy-media, card stock Printing watermarks Accessing the watermark featureAccessing the multiple pages per sheet feature On next Printing bookletsPage Canceling a print job Finishing tab under Print Quality, click EconoMode Changing print quality settingsPrint using EconoMode save toner Printing tasks Scanning tasks Scanning to fax Using the Fax featureScanning to e-mail Using the E-Mail featureEditing scanned text OCR Using the OCR featureSoftware application Accessing the online help Storing scanned text or images Using the Store featureScanning Accessing the contrast featureAcquiring an image Contrast sensitive originalsImage Enhancement Accessing image enhancement featuresEnhancing the scanned image Annotations Canceling scan or copy jobsAccessing the annotation features Adding annotations to scanned imagesScanning tasks Copying tasks Making Quick Copies Copy overviewAccessing the Quick Copy settings Accessing the Copier Control Panel Using the Copier Control PanelCanceling copy jobs Managing the toner cartridge HP toner cartridges Redistributing toner Changing the toner cartridge Troubleshooting the printer Pages printed however Finding the solutionPages did not print Light status legend Printer light patternsPaper out Error messages on screen Error Message Solution Error messages on screenSubdirectory C\Windows\Temp Paper handling problems Problem Solution Paper handling problemsPrinted page is different than what appeared on screen Printed page problems Problem SolutionPrinted page problems Problem Solution Image defect examples Improving print qualityImproving print quality Dropouts Correcting print defectsLight print or fade Toner specksVertical repetitive defects Gray backgroundToner smear Loose tonerWrinkles or creases Misformed charactersSkew Curl or waveCleaning the printer Cleaning the toner cartridge area Cleaning the printer paper path Typical paper jam locations Stack when new paper is added. This helps prevent multipleClearing printer paper jams Removing a jammed Page Paper jam removing torn pieces of paper Changing the pickup roller Page Cleaning the pickup roller Resetting the printer Troubleshooting the printer Troubleshooting Copier/Scanner Copying problems Scanning problemsDid you send a print or copy job before attempting to scan? Scanner did nothingIs the wrong printer selected? Do you have other devices running on your computer? Is the original loaded correctly? No preview appeared on screenAre you currently copying or printing? Is the scanner dirty? Is the image quality better when printed?Scanned image is of poor quality Is the image skewed crooked?Part of the image did not scan or is missing text Is the original of poor quality? Text cannot be editedDoes the original have text that is tightly spaced? Is your printer set for bi-directional communication? Scan takes too longUnable to activate Twain source Error messages appear on the screenDid you send a print job before attempting to copy? No copy came out or the scanner did nothingIs paper loaded in the printer paper input tray? Copies are blank, missing images, or faded Preventative steps Improving scan/copy qualityImage defect examples Too light or dark Correcting scan/copy defectsVertical white stripes Blank pagesImage prints at reduced size Black dots or streaksUnclear text Calibrating the scanner Accessing the Calibration utilityCleaning the scanner Clearing scanner jams Clearing jams Clearing hard-to-reach jams Removing the scanner 113 Service and supportAvailability Obtaining hardware serviceGuidelines for repacking the printer Guidelines for repacking the scanner What needs to be done? Service information formService information form HP Support European Customer Support Center Portuguese ItalianSpanish Page CompuServetm Online servicesWorld Wide Web URL America OnlineAustralia, New Zealand, and India Obtaining software utilities and electronic informationCanada Asia-Pacific countries/regionsHP SupportPack HP direct ordering for accessories or suppliesHP service information HP Support Assistant compact discPage Worldwide sales and service offices India Czech Republic GermanyDenmark Greece Far East Region HungaryMéxico Korea New ZealandLatin American Headquarters NorwayTaiwan SpainSweden SwitzerlandService and support 131 Printer specificationsAcoustics SpecificationsPrinter specifications Environmental specifications Electrical specificationsPrinter capacities and ratings Printer specifications Physical specificationsFCC compliance This HP LaserJet printer design reduces Environmental Product Stewardship ProgramProtecting the Environment This HP LaserJet printer eliminatesPaper HP Cartridge Recycling Program informationPlastics HP toner cartridgesMaterial safety data sheet Declaration of Conformity Regulatory statementsKorean EMI statement Laser safety statementCanadian DOC regulations Laserturvallisuus Luokan 1 Laserlaite Klass 1 Laser Apparat Laser statement for Finland141 ScannerspecificationsSpecifications Printer capacities and ratings Appendix B Scanner specifications FCC compliance Design of this HP scanner facilitates the recycling Environmental product stewardshipRegulatory statements Laser safety statement Laser statement for Finland Appendix B Scanner specifications 151 Paper specificationsSupported paper sizes printer Printer paper specificationsSymptom Problem with Paper Solution Guidelines for using paperLabel construction LabelsTransparencies Envelopes with double-side-seams EnvelopesEnvelope construction Envelope storage Envelopes with adhesive strips or flapsCard stock guidelines Card stock and heavy mediaCard stock construction Appendix C Paper specifications 159 Memory DIMMsInstalling DIMMs memory Page Test Dimm installation Removing DIMMs Appendix D Memory DIMMs 165 WarrantylicensingHP Software License Terms Hewlett-Packard software license agreementPage Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement How long does the coverage last? Limited warranty for toner cartridge lifeHow do I know when the HP toner is running out? What does this warranty not cover?How does State, Province or Country Law apply? How do I return the faulty cartridge?Appendix E Warranty and licensing 173 AccessoriesOrdering information Memory Ordering information Description or Use Order Number175 Ordering information Description or Use Order NumberAppendix F Accessories and ordering information 177 Scanner resolution and gray scaleOverview Resolution and gray-scale guidelines 76 x 127 mm 150 dpi 152 x 254 mm 300 dpi ResolutionGray scale Usage table Uses for 1 bit setting Uses for 8 bit settingAppendix G Scanner resolution and gray scale Index IndexOCR Index Index Page C4218-90962
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1100A specifications

The HP 1100 and 1100A are pivotal laser printers developed by Hewlett-Packard in the early 1990s, marking significant advancements in printing technology of their time. Since their introduction, these models have garnered a reputation for reliability and efficiency, making them a staple in many offices.

One of the standout features of the HP 1100 series is its fast printing speed. The printers can produce up to 12 pages per minute, which was an impressive feat at the time of their release. This speed significantly reduced waiting times, allowing users to handle large-volume printing jobs with ease. Furthermore, the printers support a variety of media types, including letterhead, envelopes, and labels, enhancing versatility in print applications.

The HP 1100 and 1100A utilize laser technology, which ensures sharp and high-quality prints. The printers have a native resolution of 600 x 600 dots per inch (DPI), enabling crisp text and detailed graphics. This high-resolution output made the models particularly favored for producing professional documents and presentations.

Another key characteristic is the generous memory capacity. The HP 1100 typically comes with 2 MB of standard RAM, which is expandable, allowing for improved performance in handling complex print jobs. Users can adjust the memory according to their requirements, resulting in better efficiency, particularly in environments that demand high-volume printing.

The HP 1100 series also showcases a straightforward and user-friendly operation. The built-in control panel simplifies the printing process, allowing users to manage jobs intuitively. Additionally, with the inclusion of parallel and later USB connectivity options, integration with various computer systems was seamless, ensuring compatibility with existing office infrastructure.

Energy efficiency is another aspect worth noting, as the printers are designed to consume minimal power when idle, aligning with the growing demand for eco-friendly solutions.

Overall, the HP 1100 and 1100A stand out for their robust construction, high-speed performance, exceptional print quality, and user-friendly features, making them a trusted choice for small to medium-sized businesses in need of dependable printing solutions. Their impact on the printing landscape during the 1990s continues to be felt today, as they paved the way for subsequent generations of laser printers.
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