HP Color LaserJet 2605 User Manual

							
Software
Software and supported operating systems
For easy printer setup and access to the full range of printer features, HP strongly recommends that
you install the software that is provided. Not all software is available in all languages. See the Getting
Started Guide  for installation instructions, and see the Readme file for the latest software information.
The most recent drivers, additional drivers, and other software are available from the Internet and
other sources. If you do not have access to the Internet, see 
HP Customer Care .
The printer supports the following operating systems:
● Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition, Windows Millennium Edition (Me), and Windows®
Server 2003 (Add Printer installation)
● Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows XP
● Macintosh OS X v10.2 and later
The following tables list the software that is available for your operating system.
Table 1-1    HP Color LaserJet 2605 series printer software
FeatureWindows 98 Second
Edition, Me, and
Server 2003Windows 2000 and XPMacintosh OS X v10.2 and
later
Windows Installer  
PCL printer driver 
PS printer driver 
HP Web Jetadmin software  
HP ToolboxFX software  
HP imaging software  
Macintosh Installer  
Macintosh printer drivers   
Software tips
The following are some tips for working with the printer software.
How do I gain access to the printer features?
The printer features are available in the printer driver. Some features such as custom paper sizes
and page orientation might also be available in the program you are using to create a file. Change
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settings in the program, if possible, because changes that are made in the program override changes
that are made in the printer driver.
Gain access to advanced printer features through the printer driver (or the Print dialog box for
Macintosh operating systems). See 
Gaining access to printer driver settings  for help with specific
printer-driver features.
How do I get the latest printing software?
When you want to check for and install upgrades to the printing software, you can download drivers
from the World Wide Web or HP’s file transfer protocol (FTP) servers.
To download drivers
1. Go to 
http://www.hp.com/support/clj2605 . Click the support & drivers  block.
2. The Web page for the drivers might be in English, but you can download the drivers themselves
in several languages.
If you do not have Internet access, contact HP Customer Care. (See 
HP Customer Care  or the flyer
that came in the printer box.) See the Readme file for additional release information.
What other software is available?
See the Readme file that is provided on the HP Color LaserJet 2605 series CD-ROM for additional,
included software and for supported languages.
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Print-media specifications
This section contains information about specifications for the quality of print media, guidelines for
print media usage, and guidelines for print media storage.
General guidelines
Some print media might meet all of the guidelines in this manual and still not produce satisfactory
results. This problem might be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and
humidity levels, or other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control.
Before purchasing large quantities of print media, always test a sample and make sure that the print
media meets the requirements specified in this user guide and in the HP LaserJet Printer Family
Print Media Guide . For ordering information, see 
Accessories and ordering information.
CAUTION Using print media that does not meet HP specifications can cause problems for
the printer, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard warranty or
service agreements.
CAUTION Use only paper designed for laser printers. Paper for inkjet printers may damage
the printer.
This printer accepts a variety of media, such as cut-sheet paper (including up to 100% recycled-fiber-
content paper), envelopes, labels, transparencies, HP LaserJet glossy paper, HP LaserJet Tough
paper, HP LaserJet Photo paper, and custom-size paper. Properties such as weight, composition,
grain, and moisture content are important factors that affect printer performance and output quality.
Print media that does not meet the guidelines outlined in this manual can cause the following
problems:
● Poor print quality
● Increased jams
● Premature wear on the printer, requiring repair
Paper and print media
CategorySpecifications
Acid content5.5 pH to 8.0 pH
Caliper0.094 to 0.18 mm (3.0 to 7.0 mils)
Curl in reamFlat within 5 mm (0.02 inch)
Cut-edge conditionsCut with sharp blades with no visible fray
Fusing compatibilityMust not scorch, melt, offset, or release hazardous
emissions when heated to 210°C (410°F) for 0.1 second
GrainLong Grain
Moisture content4% to 6% by weight
Smoothness 100 to 250 Sheffield
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For complete print-media specifications for all HP LaserJet printers, see the HP LaserJet Printer
Family Print Media Guide . To download the guide in PDF format, go to 
http://www.hp.com/support/
ljpaperguide.
Printing and storage environment
Ideally, the printing  and media-storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and not
too dry or too humid. Remember that paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture rapidly.
Heat causes the moisture in paper to evaporate, while cold causes it to condense on the sheets.
Heating systems and air conditioners remove most of the humidity from a room. As paper is opened
and used, it loses moisture, causing streaks and smudging. Humid weather or water coolers can
cause the humidity to increase in a room. As paper is opened and used it absorbs any excess
moisture, causing light print and dropouts. Also, as paper loses and gains moisture it can distort. This
issue can cause jams.
As a result, paper storage and handling are as important as the paper-making process itself. Paper
storage environmental conditions directly affect the feed operation and print quality.
Care should be taken not to purchase more paper than can be easily used in a short time (about
three months). Paper stored for long periods can experience heat and moisture extremes, which can
cause damage. Planning is important to prevent  damage to a large supply of paper.
Unopened paper in sealed reams can remain stable for several months before use. Opened
packages of paper have more potential for environmental damage, especially if they are not wrapped
with a moisture-proof barrier.
The media-storage environment should be properly maintained to ensure optimum printer
performance. The recommended condition is 20° to 24°C (68° to 75°F), with a relative humidity of
45% to 55%. The following guidelines should be helpful when evaluating the papers storage
environment:
● Print media should be stored at or near room temperature.
● The air should not be too dry or too humid (to moderate the hygroscopic properties of paper).
● The best way to store an opened ream of paper is to rewrap it tightly in its moisture-proof
wrapping. If the printer environment is subject to extremes, unwrap only the amount of paper to
be used during the days operation to prevent unwanted moisture changes.
● Avoid storing paper and print media near heating and air conditioning vents or near windows
and doors that are frequently open.
Envelopes
Envelopes can be printed from Tray 1 or Tray 2. Select the type of envelope that you are using from
the 
Print  dialog box or the printer driver.
In your program, set the margins for the envelope.  The following table gives typical address margins
for a commercial #10 or DL envelope.
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Type of addressTop marginLeft margin
Return address15 mm (0.6 inch)15 mm (0.6 inch)
Delivery address 51 mm (2 inches) 89 mm (3.5 inches)
●For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 15 mm (0.6 inch) from the edges of
the envelope.
● Avoid printing over the area where the envelope seams meet.
Envelope storage
Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to print quality. Envelopes should be stored flat. If air is
trapped in an envelope and creates an air bubble, then the envelope might wrinkle during printing.
Envelope construction
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between
manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes
depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the following
components:
● Weight:  The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 90 g/m
2 (24 lb) or jamming might
occur.
● Construction:
 Before printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl,
and should not contain air.
● Condition:
 Envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, stuck together, or otherwise damaged.
Never use envelopes that have clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, self-stick adhesives, or
other synthetic materials.
● Temperature:
 Use envelopes that are compatible with the heat and pressure of the printer. This
printers fusing temperature is 210°C (410°F).
● Size:
 Use only envelopes that are within the following size ranges.
TrayMinimumMaximum
Tray 1 or Tray 2   76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches) 216 x 356 mm
(8.5 x 14 inches)
Envelopes with double side-seams
Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than diagonal
seams. This style might be more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the way to the corner
of the envelope as indicated in the following illustration.
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1
2
1Acceptable
2Unacceptable
Envelopes with adhesive strips or flaps
Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one flap that folds over to seal must use
adhesives that are compatible with the heat and pressure in the printer. The extra flaps and strips
might cause wrinkling, creasing, or even jams and might damage the fuser.
CAUTIONFailure to follow the guidelines above can result in jams.
For instructions on loading envelopes, see Loading Tray 1 or Loading Tray 2.
Labels
Select the type of label that you are using from the  Print dialog box or the printer driver.
CAUTION To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels that are recommended for laser
printers. To prevent serious jams, always use Tray 1 or Tray 2 to print on labels. Never print
on the same sheet of labels more than once or print on a partial sheet of labels.
When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component:
● Adhesives:  The adhesive material should be stable at 210°C (410°F), which is the printer
fusing temperature.
● Arrangement:  Only use labels with no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off
sheets with spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.
● Curl:  Before printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (0.5 inch) of curl in any
direction.
● Condition:  Do not use labels that have wrinkles, bubbles, other indications of separation, or are
damaged in any way.
For instructions on loading labels, see 
Loading Tray 1  or Loading Tray 2.
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Transparencies
●Use only Tray 1 or Tray 2 to print on transparencies. Select  Transparencies from the Print
dialog box or the printer driver.
● The printer supports printing on color transparencies. Use only transparencies that are
recommended for use in laser printers.
● Place transparencies on a flat surface after removing them from the printer.
● Transparencies that are used in the printer must be able to withstand 210°C (410°F), which is
the printer fusing temperature.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the printer, use only transparencies that are recommended
for use in laser printers. See 
Accessories and ordering information .
Transparent print media that is not designed for LaserJet printing will melt in the printer, and
will damage the printer.
HP LaserJet glossy paper and  HP LaserJet Photo paper
●Handle HP LaserJet glossy paper and HP LaserJet Photo  paper by the edges. Oil from your
fingers that is deposited on HP LaserJet glossy paper and HP LaserJet Photo paper can cause
print-quality problems.
● Use only HP LaserJet glossy paper and HP LaserJet  Photo paper with this printer. HP products
are designed to work together for optimum printing results.
Letterhead or preprinted forms
● Avoid using raised or embossed letterhead.
● Avoid using letterhead that is printed with low-temperature inks, such as those used in some
types of thermography.
● The printer uses heat and pressure to fuse toner to the print media. Make sure that any colored
paper or preprinted forms use inks that are compatible with this fusing temperature (210°C (410°
F) for 0.1 second).
For instructions on loading letterhead, see 
Loading Tray 1  and Loading Tray 2.
HP LaserJet Tough paper
When printing on HP LaserJet Tough paper, follow these guidelines:
●Handle HP LaserJet Tough paper by the edges. Oil from your fingers that is deposited on
HP LaserJet Tough paper can cause print-quality problems.
● Use only HP LaserJet Tough paper with this printer. HP products are designed to work together
for optimum printing results.
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Custom-sized print media or cardstock
●Postcards, 3 x 5-inch (index) cards, and other custom-sized print media can be printed on from
Tray 1, Tray 2, or optional Tray 3. The minimum  size is 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches) and the
maximum size is 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches). See 
Print-media specifications  for more
information.
● Always insert the short edge first into Tray 1, Tray 2, or optional Tray 3. To print in landscape
mode, make this selection through your program. Inserting the media long-edge-first might
cause a jam.
● In your program, set margins at least 6.4 mm (0.25 inch) away from the edges of the print media.
For instructions on loading paper, see 
Loading Tray 1  and Loading Tray 2.
Supported media weights and sizes
This section contains information about the sizes, weights, and capacities of paper and other print
media that each tray supports.
Table 1-2    Tray 1 and Tray 2 specifications
Tray 1 and Tray 2Dimensions1WeightCapacity2
PaperMinimum: 76 x 127 mm
(3 x 5 inches)60 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb)
Up to 176 g/m
2 (47 lb) for
postcards
Single sheet of 75 g/m2 (20 lb)
paper for Tray 1
Up to 250 sheets for Tray 2
Maximum: 216 x 356 mm
(8.5 x 14 inches)
HP LaserJet glossy paper and
HP LaserJet Photo paper4Same as the preceding listed
minimum and maximum sizes.75 to 220 g/m2 (20 to 58 lb)Single sheet of HP LaserJet
glossy paper or HP LaserJet
Photo paper for Tray 1
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch) stack
height for Tray 2
HP Premium Cover paper4200 g/m2 (53 lb) coverSingle sheet of HP Cover paper
for Tray 1
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch) stack
height for Tray 2
Transparencies and opaque filmThickness: 0.10 to 0.13 mm
(3.9 to 5.1 mils)Single sheet of transparency or
opaque film for Tray 1
Up to 50 sheets for Tray 2
Labels3Thickness: up to 0.23 mm (up
to 9 mils)Single sheet of labels for Tray 1
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch) stack
height for Tray 2
EnvelopesUp to 90 g/m2 (up to 24 lb)Single envelope for Tray 1
Up to ten envelopes for Tray 2
1The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes  of print media. Check the printer driver for supported sizes.2Capacity can vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.3Smoothness: 100 to 250 (Sheffield).4Hewlett-Packard does not guarantee results when printing with other types of heavy paper.
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Table 1-3   Optional Tray 3 specifications
Optional Tray 3 (250-sheet
tray)Dimensions1WeightCapacity2
Plain paperMinimum: 76 x 127 mm
(3 x 5 inches)60 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb)Up to 200 sheets
Maximum: 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x
14 inches)
1The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes  of print media. Check the printer driver for supported sizes.2Capacity can vary depending on the media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
Table 1-4   Specifications for automatic 2-sided printing
Tray 1, Tray 2, and optional
Tray 3Dimensions1WeightCapacity2
PaperLetter, A4, legal, 8.5 x 13 inches60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to 28 lb)Single sheet for Tray 1
Up to 250 sheets for Tray 2 and
optional Tray 3
HP LaserJet glossy paperLetter, A475 to 120 g/m2 (20 to 32 lb)Single sheet for Tray 1
Up to 250 sheets for Tray 2 and
optional Tray 3
1The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes  of print media. Check the printer driver for supported sizes.2Capacity can vary depending on the media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
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