HP 6500 A Manual

If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Clean the printhead
Solution: Check the following potential problems, and then clean the printhead.
After cleaning the printhead, print a print quality report. Evaluate the print quality
report to see if the print quality problem still exists.
For more information, see:
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Clean the printhead
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Print and evaluate a print quality report
Cause: The printhead needed to be cleaned.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution....

Solution 2: Check the paper typeSolution: HP recommends that you use HP papers or any other paper type that is
appropriate for the product.
Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing
images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper.
Store specialty media in its original packaging inside a resealable plastic bag on a
flat surface in a cool, dry place. When you are ready to print, remove only the paper
you plan to use immediately. When you have finished printing, return any...

Solution 5: Contact HP supportSolution: Contact HP support for service.
Go to: 
www.hp.com/support .
If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click  Contact HP for information
on calling for technical support.
Cause: There was a problem with the printhead.
Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy
Try the following solutions if your printout is not sharp or unclear.
NOTE:For this issue, there is not a problem with your ink supplies. Therefore,
replacing the ink cartridges or printhead is not necessary....

Solution 3: Print the image in a smaller sizeSolution: Reduce the size of the image and then print it.
If you are printing a photo or graphic, and the print size is set too high, it will be blurry
or fuzzy when printed.
If a digital photo or rasterized graphic has  been resized, it can be blurry or fuzzy when
printed.
Cause: The image was printed in a larger size.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 4: Align the printer Solution: Align the printer.
Aligning the printer can...

Solution 1: Make sure the paper is loaded correctlySolution: Make sure that the paper is loaded correctly in the input tray.
For more information, see:
Load media
Cause: The paper was not loaded correctly.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Make sure only one type of paper is loaded Solution: Load only one type of paper at a time.
Cause: More than one type of paper was loaded in the input tray.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 3: Ensure...

Solution 2: Wait while the ink driesSolution: Wait at least thirty minutes for the ink inside the product to dry, then try
the print job again.
Cause: The excess ink in the product needed to dry out.
Paper is not picked up  from the input tray
Try the following solutions to resolve the issue. Solutions are listed in order, with the most
likely solution first. If the first solution does not solve the problem, continue trying the
remaining solutions until the issue is resolved.
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Solution 1: Restart the...

Solution 4: Clean the rollersSolution: Clean the rollers.
Make sure you have the following materials available:
• A lint-free cloth, or any soft material that will not come apart or leave fibers.
• Distilled, filtered, or bottled water (tap water might contain contaminants that can damage the ink cartridges).
For more information, see 
Clean the device .
Cause: The rollers were dirty and needed to be cleaned.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Check for a paper jam...

Cause:Many black print quality problems clear up with the automatic services
performed after each print job is finished.
Solution 2: Use TrueType or OpenType fonts
Solution: Use TrueType or OpenType fonts to ensure that the product is able to
print smooth fonts. When selecting a font, look for the TrueType or OpenType icon.
TrueType iconOpenType icon
Cause: The font was a custom size.
Some software applications offer custom fonts that have jagged edges when enlarged
or printed. Also, if you want to...

The product prints slowly
Try the following solutions if the product is printing very slowly.
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Solution 1: Use a lower print quality setting
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Solution 2: Check the ink levels
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Solution 3: Contact HP support
Solution 1: Use a lower print quality setting Solution: Check the print quality setting.  Best and  Maximum dpi  provide the best
quality but are slower than  Normal or Draft . Draft  provides the fastest print speed.
Cause: The print quality was set to a high setting.
If this did not solve the...

Media is not picked up from a tray
• Make sure media is loaded in the tray. For more information, see 
Load media. Fan
the media before loading.
• Make sure the paper guides are set to the correct markings in the tray for the media size you are loading. Also make sure the guides are snug, but not tight, against the
stack.
• Make sure media in the tray is not curled. Uncurl paper by bending it in the opposite direction of the curl.
• When using thin special media, make sure that the tray is completely...