HP 3840 manual Ink-backup mode output, Exiting ink-backup mode

HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide

4.5 Ink-backup mode

In the ink-backup mode, the printer operates by using only one print cartridge. The ink-backup mode is initiated when a print cartridge is removed from the print cartridge cradle.

For instructions about removing a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page.

Ink-backup mode output

Printing in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts.

Installed print cartridge Result

Black print cartridge Colors are printed as grayscale.

Tri-color print cartridge Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black.

Photo print cartridge Colors are printed as grayscale.

Note: It is recommended that you do not use the photo print cartridge for ink- backup mode.

Exiting ink-backup mode

Install two print cartridges in the printer to exit ink-backup mode.

For instructions about installing a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page.

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