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Image problems
Problem | Cause | Solution |
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Images are missing or faded.
The | Replace the print cartridge. See Print |
| cartridge on page 73. |
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The original might be of poor quality. | If your original is too light or damaged, the |
| copy might not be able to compensate, even |
| if you adjust the contrast. If possible, find an |
| original document in better condition. |
The contrast settings might be set | Use the |
incorrectly. | to change the contrast setting. |
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The original might have a colored | Colored backgrounds might cause images in |
background. | the foreground to blend into the background, |
| or the background might appear in a |
| different shade. If possible, use an original |
| document without a colored background. |
Vertical white or faded stripes appear on the copy.
The media might not meet | Use media that meets HP specifications. |
HP specifications. |
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The | Replace the print cartridge. See Print |
| cartridge on page 73. |
Unwanted lines appear on the copy.
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Black dots or streaks appear on the copy.
Copies are too light or dark.
The flatbed scanner might be dirty. | Clean the flatbed scanner. See Clean the |
| scanner glass on page 65. |
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The photosensitive drum inside the print | Install a new HP print cartridge. See Print |
cartridge might have been scratched. | cartridge on page 73. |
Ink, glue, correction fluid, or an unwanted | Clean the flatbed scanner. See Clean the |
substance might be on the flatbed scanner. | scanner glass on page 65. |
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The power to the product might have | Reprint the job. |
fluctuated. |
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The printer driver or product software | Verify that the quality settings are correct. |
settings may be incorrect. | See the product software Help for more |
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| information about changing the settings. |
Text is unclear. | The printer driver or product software |
| settings may be incorrect. |
Verify that the quality settings are correct.
Verify that the EconoMode setting is off.
See the product software Help for more information about changing the settings.
ENWW | Solve |