
Image problems
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Images are missing or faded.
| The  | Replace the print cartridge. See Print | 
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 | cartridge on page 73. | 
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| The original might be of poor quality. | If your original is too light or damaged, the | 
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 | copy might not be able to compensate, even | 
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 | if you adjust the contrast. If possible, find an | 
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 | 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, | 
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 | or the background might appear in a | 
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 | different shade. If possible, use an original | 
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 | 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 | 
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 | 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 | 
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 | 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 | 
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 | 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.
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