Chapter 8

Size is reduced

The reduce/enlarge or other copy feature might have been set from the printer control panel to reduce the scanned image. Check the settings for the copy job to make sure that they are for normal size.

The HP software settings might be set to reduce the scanned image. Change the settings, if needed. For more information, see the onscreen Help for the HP software.

Copy quality is poor

Take steps to improve the copy quality

Use quality originals.

Load the media correctly. If the media is loaded incorrectly, it might skew, causing unclear images. For more information, see Media specifications.

Use or make a carrier sheet to protect your originals.

Check the printer

The scanner lid might not be closed correctly.

The scanner glass or lid backing might need cleaning. For more information, see Maintain the printer.

The automatic document feeder (ADF) might need cleaning. For more information, see Maintain the printer.

Print a Print Quality Diagnostic Page and follow the instruction on the page to resolve poor quality copy problems. For more information, see Print quality troubleshooting.

Copy defects are apparent

Vertical white or faded stripes

The media might not meet Hewlett-Packard media specifications (for example, the media is too moist or too rough). For more information, see Media specifications.

Too light or dark

Try adjusting the contrast and copy-quality settings.

Unwanted lines

The scanner glass, lid backing, or frame might need cleaning. For more information, see Maintain the printer.

Black dots or streaks

Ink, glue, correction fluid, or an unwanted substance might be on the scanner glass or lid backing. Try cleaning the printer. For more information, see Maintain the printer.

Copy is slanted or skewed

If you are using the automatic document feeder (ADF), check the following:

Make sure that the ADF input tray is not too full.

Make sure that the ADF width adjusters are snug against the sides of the media.

For more information, see Load an original in the automatic document feeder (ADF).

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