HP L2526A, C8100 manual Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy

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Cause: The print head needs to be cleaned.

Solution: Clean the print head, and then print a self-test report. Check the color blocks in the report for any problems. If the color blocks show print quality problems, perform a printer alignment.

If the problem persists after cleaning and aligning, contact HP support for help. Go to:

www.hp.com/support

If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for information on calling for technical support.

For more information, see:

Clean the print head” on page 139

Print a self-test report” on page 131

Align the printer” on page 138

Troubleshooting

Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy

Cause: The paper type is not suitable for the HP All-in-One.

Solution: Use HP Premium Papers or any other paper type that is appropriate for the HP All-in-One.

Cause: The Paper Type setting is incorrect.

Solution: Change the Paper Type setting to match the type of paper loaded in the input tray.

For more information, see:

Set the copy paper type” on page 123

Set the paper type for printing” on page 77

Cause: The copy or print paper type setting is incorrect.

Solution: Load high-quality paper in the input tray and print the image with a high print quality setting, such as Best, Maximum dpi, or High Resolution. Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing images, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper.

If the problem persists, use the software you installed with the HP All-in-One or another software application to rotate your image 180 degrees so that the light blue, gray, or brown hues in your image do not print at the bottom of the page.

For more information, see:

Information on paper” on page 147

Cause: You are printing on the wrong side of the paper.

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Contents HP Photosmart C8100 All-in-One series Contents Load originals and load paper Print from your computer Use the photo featuresMaintain the HP All-in-One Use the scan featuresUse the copy features Print reports and formsTroubleshooting HP warranty and supportTechnical information Index HP Photosmart C8100 All-in- One series Help OneHP Photosmart seriesC8100 HelpAll- HP All-in-One at a glance HP All-in-One overviewLabel Description Control panel overviewLabel Name and Description Control panel featuresMenu overview Display iconsDisplay sleep state Photosmart Express Menu Copy MenuScan Menu Enter text using the visual keyboard Setup MenuCD/DVD Menu To enter text using the visual keyboard Use the HP Photosmart SoftwareUse the Roxio Creator Basic Software Overview Find more information Setup GuideFind more information To set the language Finish setting up the HP All-in- OneSet your preferences Set your language and country/regionEnable faster browsing of photos Adjust the volumeSet the paper tray for printing from a Bluetooth device Restore the factory defaultsPlay a slideshow on the display To turn tips slideshow on or off To enable CD/DVD drive sharingShare CD/DVD drive To turn the store demo on or offConnect using Ethernet Computer connection informationSupported connection types Connect using integrated wireless Wlan Connect using an integrated wireless Bluetooth connectionFind the device name and address Related topics Set Bluetooth security for the HP All-in-OneUse a passkey to authenticate Bluetooth devices To set the HP All-in-One to require passkey authenticationTo set the HP All-in-One to be Not visible Set the HP All-in-One to be invisible to Bluetooth devicesTurn the Bluetooth radio on and off Touch Security LevelUse a Bluetooth connection to print from your computer Click View devices in range To install and print using the Microsoft stackTo install and print using the Widcomm stack Use printer sharingConnect to a network To enable printer sharing on a Windows computerWhat you need for a wired network Wired network setupTo connect the HP All-in-One to the network Connect the HP All-in-One to the networkIntegrated wireless Wlan 802.11 network setup To connect the HP All-in-One with the Wireless Setup Wizard Connect to an integrated wireless Wlan 802.11 networkTouch Infrastructure Touch WEP encryption or WPA encryption To connect the HP All-in-One with SecureEasySetupTouch Wireless Setup Wizard Wireless ad hoc network setupCreate a network profile for a Windows XP computer What you need for an ad hoc networkCreate a network profile for other operating systems Communication mode Ad Hoc Encryption enabledConnect to a wireless ad hoc network To connect to a wireless ad hoc networkTouch Wireless Setup Wizard Install the software for a network connection To install the Windows HP All-in-One softwareConnect to additional computers on a network To change a USB connection to a wired Ethernet connection Manage your network settingsView and print network settings Change basic network settings from the control panelUse the Wireless Setup Wizard To run the Wireless Setup WizardTouch Restore Network Defaults Touch View Network Settings menuRestore network defaults To restore network defaultsSet link speed To print the wireless test reportTouch Advanced Setup Touch Set Link Speed Automatic Full Half Change IP settingsUse the Embedded Web Server To change IP settingsTouch Advanced Setup Touch IP Settings IP Address Subnet Mask Default GatewayTo access the Embedded Web Server setup wizard Access the Embedded Web ServerTo access the Embedded Web Server Use the Embedded Web Server setup wizardGeneral network settings Network configuration page definitionsWired 802.3 network settings Finish setup Wireless 802.11 network settings Finish setup Finish setup Network glossary Bluetooth settingsWEP WPA How do I? How do To load an original on the glass Load originals and load paperLoad documents, photos, slides, and negatives Load originalsTo load 35 mm negatives Load an original in the Slide and Negative Film holderTo load 35 mm slides Load an oversized original Choose papers for printing and copying Recommended papers for printing and copyingTo remove the lid HP Premium Inkjet Paper HP Premium Plus Photo PaperHP Premium Photo Paper HP Advanced Photo Paper or HP Photo PaperRecommended papers/media for printing only Papers to avoid for all print and copy jobs Additional papers to avoid when copyingLoad paper Papers to avoidTo load full-size paper Load full-size paperLoad up to 10 x 15 cm 4 x 6 inch photo paper Load postcards, Hagaki, or index cards To load postcards, Hagaki or index cards in the photo tray Load envelopesTo load envelopes Load other types of paper Inkjet labelsHP CD/DVD Tattoo labels To load a CD/DVD in the CD/DVD drive for burning or reading Load a CD/DVD in the LightScribe-enabled CD/DVD driveAvoid paper jams Avoid paper jams Load originals and load paper Print from your computer Print from a software applicationTo print from a software application To set the paper size Make the HP All-in-One the default printerChange the print settings for the current job Set the paper sizeView the print resolution Set the paper type for printingTo set the paper type for printing To select a print speed or quality To view the print resolutionChange the print speed or quality Change the page orientationAdjust the ink volume and dry time Scale the document sizeChange the saturation, brightness, or color tone Preview your print job Reduce the amount of oversprayCreate printing shortcuts Change the default print settingsTo change the default print settings Printing shortcutsClick the Printing Shortcuts tab Perform special print jobsDelete printing shortcuts To create a printing shortcutPrint a borderless image Print a photo on photo paperTo print a borderless image Print custom CD/DVD labels To print a photo on photo paperOff applies no HP Real Life technologies to the image To print a CD/DVD tattoo Print using Maximum dpiTo print in Maximum dpi mode Print on both sidesTo print on both sides To print a multiple-page document as a booklet Print a multiple-page document as a bookletTo print multiple pages on a single sheet Print multiple pages on a single sheetTo print a multiple-page document in reverse order Print a multiple-page document in reverse orderTo print on transparencies Reverse an image for iron-on transfersPrint on transparencies To reverse an image for iron-on transfersTo print a group of addresses on labels or envelopes Print a group of addresses on labels or envelopesTo print a poster Expand Document Options, and then expand Printer FeaturesPrint a poster Print a WebTo stop a print job from the computer Windows 2000 users Stop a print jobTo print a Web To stop a print job from the HP All-in-OneClick Printers To stop a print job from the computer Windows Vista usersPhotos Use the photo featuresView and select photos Touch Print Preview To view and select photosTo print your photos Print your photosTouch Print Print Layout screen appears Create special projects from your photosTo create special projects Share photos using HP Photosmart Software To share photos To save photos Save photos to your computerTouch Save to Computer Preserve your photos on a CD or DVDTouch Save to CD/DVD To save your photos to a CD or DVDEdit photos using the control panel Zoom and pan to crop a photoTo crop a photo To rotate a photo Rotate a photoTo preview your cropped photo To print your cropped photoTo print your rotated photo Adjust the brightness of your photosTo adjust the brightness To preview your rotated photoTo print a frame around your photo Print a frame around your photoTo preview your edited photo To print your edited photoApply special color effects to your photos To change the color effectsTouch Color Effect Remove red-eye Automatically enhance your photosTo remove red-eye from photos To flip the scanned film image horizontally Flip horizontalTo turn off automatic photo enhancement Touch Photo FixTouch Scan and Reprint Use the scan featuresMake reprints of your photos To reprint an original photoScan an image Touch Scan to Computer Scan an original to a computerScan an original to a memory card or storage device To scan to a computerScan slides or negative film Scan an original to a CD/DVDEdit a scanned image To change the original typeTouch Scan Film Scan Film Menu appears Touch Original Type Edit a scanned document Share a scanned image with friends and relativesEdit a scanned preview image Edit a scanned photo or graphicStop scanning To send a scan of a photo or documentTo stop scanning Scan Use the copy features Make a copyPreview your copy job Change the copy settings for the current job Set the number of copiesSet the copy paper size Set the copy paper type To set the paper type for copiesTouch Paper Type Change copy speed or quality Control panel settingAdjust the lightness and darkness of your copy Change default copy settingsMake a 10 x 15 cm 4 x 6 inch borderless copy of a photo Touch Set As New DefaultsTouch Yes, change defaults Perform special copy jobsTo resize a document from the control panel Resize an original to fit onto letter or A4 paperCrop an original Resize an original using custom settingsImprove the quality of a copy Shift the left marginStop copying Touch Black or Color To copy an overexposed photoTo stop copying Touch Self-Test Report Print reports and formsPrint a self-test report To print a self-test reportPrint forms To print forms from the control panelTouch Printable School Papers Maintain the HP All-in-One Clean the HP All-in-OneClean the glass To clean the glassCheck the estimated ink levels Clean the lid backingClean the exterior To clean the lid backingReplace the ink cartridges Work with ink cartridgesTo replace the ink cartridges Work with ink cartridges 137 Align the printer To align the printer from the control panelTouch Align Printer To clean the print head from the HP Photosmart Software Clean the print headTo clean the print head from the control panel Touch Clean Print HeadTo clean the ink cartridge contacts Clean the ink cartridge contactsReduce energy consumption when the HP All-in-One is off To enable Femp modeRemove ink from your skin and clothing Turn off the HP All-in-One Self-maintenance soundsTo order ink cartridges from your desktop Shop for ink suppliesShop for ink supplies Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tipsCommunication problems over a USB connection Information on ink cartridges and the print head Information on paper Clear paper jamsTo clear a paper jam from the rear door To clear a paper jam from the top door Troubleshooting common setup issues Hardware setup troubleshootingHP All-in-One will not turn on SolutionDisplay shows the wrong language HP All-in-One does not print Communication problems over a USB connection onWrong measurements are showing in menus on the display Software installation troubleshootingTo retry the usb connection To start the installation from a Windows computerMinimum system checks screen appears Red X appears on the USB connect promptRegistration screen does not appear Uninstall and reinstall the softwareReceived a message that an unknown error has occurred To uninstall from a Windows computer, methodTo uninstall from a Windows computer, method Missing HP Photosmart Software To install the HP Photosmart SoftwareNetwork troubleshooting Wired network setup troubleshootingComputer is unable to discover the HP All-in-One Printer not Found screen appears during installation To see if you have an active network connectionTo establish an active network connection To make sure your network connection is active Wireless setup troubleshootingConnect to an integrated wireless Wlan 802.11 network on Cannot connect to network during setup Weak signalInvalid passphrase during wireless setup Invalid WEP key during wireless setupInk is bleeding or smearing Print quality troubleshootingInk is not filling the text or graphics completely Cause The paper is too close to the print headPrintout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom Text edges are jaggedColors run into each other on the printout Load full-size paper on Printouts have horizontal streaks or linesPrintouts are faded or have dull colors Adjust the lightness and darkness of your copy onPrintouts seem blurry or fuzzy Paper is not picked up from the input tray Ink is overspraying the paper when I print a photoPrintouts have vertical streaks Printouts are slanted or skewedEnvelopes print incorrectly Print troubleshootingHP All-in-One is not responding Borderless printing produces unexpected resultsTo check the printer driver status Click SettingsHP All-in-One prints meaningless characters Nothing happens when I try to printPages in my document came out in the wrong order Margins are not printing as expected To check your margin settingsSolution To check your margin settings Text or graphics are cut off at the edgeTo preview the print layout Memory card and front USB port troubleshooting Blank page came out while printingMy memory card no longer works in my digital camera Cause The HP All-in-One is reading the memory card Photo light next to the memory card slots is blinkingMemory card and front USB port troubleshooting 181 File name appears as meaningless text Memory card or storage device is not availableScan troubleshooting Scanned image is blank Scan haltsScan fails Scan fails because of insufficient computer memoryText format is incorrect Scanned image is incorrectly croppedScanned image has incorrect page layout Scanned image shows dotted lines instead of textCopy troubleshooting Scan feature does not workText is incorrect or missing Copies are too light or too dark Nothing happens when I try to copyFit to Page is not working as expected Parts of the original do not appear or are cut offBorderless copy has white space around the edges Image is cropped when I make a borderless copyErrors Device messagesPrintout is blank Memory is full Mechanism errorPhoto tray problem Firmware revision mismatchDrive in Use LightScribe Drive ErrorPhoto tray cannot engage Photo tray cannot disengagePhotos not found Error reading or writing the fileFile messages Unreadable files. NN files could not be readSupported file types for the HP All-in-One File not foundFile format not supported Invalid file nameMemory card error General user messagesCannot crop Memory card must be in slot DisconnectedNo scan options Out of disk spaceCard is not fully inserted Card access errorUse only one card at a time Card is inserted incorrectlyInsert LightScribe Disc Card is damagedPaper messages Paper jam, misfeed or blocked print head assembly Out of paperPaper mismatch Power and connection messages Wrong paper widthCommunication test failed HP All-in-One not found Improper shutdownTwo-way communication lost Ink cartridge messages Calibration error Cannot printIncorrect ink cartridges Ink cartridge problem Ink cartridges are emptyInk delivery failure Ink supply error Ink cartridges are expiredInk expiration near Print head assembly is stalled Non-HP inkOriginal HP ink depleted To clear the print head assembly Print head failureAlignment failed Scheduled maintenance Wrong ink cartridges installedReplace ink cartridges soon Replace the ink cartridges on Warranty HP warranty and supportSupport process After the phone support period Phone support period Placing a callHP Quick Exchange Service Japan Remove the control panel faceplate Secure the ink systemPack the HP All-in-One To pack the HP All-in-One HP warranty and support Technical information SpecificationsSupported disc formats Recycling program Material safety data sheetsPaper use PlasticsSpecial handling of materials NDL battery disposalTaiwan battery statement Energy consumptionRegulatory notices FCC statement Regulatory model identification numberGeräuschemission Laser complianceWireless Exposure to radio frequency radiation Wireless Notice to users in BrazilWireless Notice to users in Canada European Union Regulatory Notice Wireless Notice to users in TaiwanDeclaration of conformity European Economic Area Index Symbols/Numerics230 231 232 233 234
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L2526A, C8100 specifications

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