NOTE

Both print cartridges must be correctly installed (with the green tab and blue tape

 

removed) for your HP PSC 500 to work. Make sure that the following things are done

 

before continuing:

 

Cartridges are pushed firmly into their slots.

 

Cartridge labels are facing toward you.

 

Both print-cartridge latches are down and locked.

 

Print-cartridge access door is closed and latched.

 

IN tray is pushed in completely.

 

Paper length adjuster is pushed firmly against the paper stack.

 

OUT tray is fully down.

 

 

 

Step 4 — Connect the Printer Cable and Power Cords

NOTE

Use the printer cable that was shipped with your unit. It is a special bi-directional,

 

parallel, IEEE 1284-compliant printer cable with a 1284-C connector that is necessary

 

for the proper functioning of your HP PSC 500. If you choose to buy a longer cable,

 

make sure it is an IEEE 1284-compliant parallel cable with a 1284-C connector.

 

 

Connecting the Printer Cable

1Locate your printer cable.

2Connect the printer cable to the HP PSC 500. Pinch the clasps at the back of the cable as shown in the diagram. The cable connector is located on the back of the unit, in the middle. Make sure the cable snaps into place.

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HP 500 manual Connect the Printer Cable and Power Cords, Connecting the Printer Cable

500 specifications

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