HP DesignJet Z3100 24 User Manual

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Introduction
●Safety precautions
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HP Start-Up Kit
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Using this guide
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The printers main features
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The printers main components
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The front panel
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Printer software
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The printers internal prints
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Safety precautions
The following precautions ensure the proper use of the printer and prevent the printer from being
damaged. Follow these precautions at all times.
●Use the power supply voltage specified on the nameplate. Avoid overloading the printers electrical
outlet with multiple devices.
●Ensure the printer is well-grounded. Failure to ground the printer may result in electrical shock, fire,
and susceptibility to electromagnetic interference.
●Do not disassemble or repair the printer yourself....

Use and maintenance
These chapters help you carry out normal printer procedures and include the following topics.
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Installing the software on page 9
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Personalizing the printer on page 17
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Paper handling on page 25
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Printing on page 45
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Color management on page 61
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Retrieving printer usage information on page 113
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Handling ink cartridges and printheads on page 117
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Maintaining the printer on page 129
Troubleshooting
These chapters help you solve problems that may occur while printing and include...

The printers main features
Your printer is a color inkjet printer designed for printing high-quality images on paper up to 44 in (1.12
m) wide. Some major features of the printer are shown below:
●Print resolution of up to 2400 × 1200 optimized dpi, from a 1200 × 1200 dpi input, using the
Best print-quality option, the Maximum Detail option, and photo paper
●HP Easy Printer Care (Windows) and HP Printer Utility (Mac OS), see 
Access HP Easy Printer Care
(Windows) or HP Printer Utility (Mac OS) on page...

Front view
1.Ink cartridge
2.Ink cartridge slots
3.Blue lever
4.Transparent window
5.Front panel
6.Printhead carriage
7.Printhead
8.Output tray
9.Paper alignment lines
10.Basket
Rear view
1.Spindle
2.Spindle holders
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3.Quick Reference Guide holder
4.Sockets for communication cables and optional accessories
5.Hard power switch
6.Power cord plug in
7.Paper feeder
The front panel
Your printers front panel is located on the front of the printer, in the center. It has the following important
functions:
●Assists you in troubleshooting issues
●Is used to perform certain procedures, such as cutting and unloading paper
●Displays helpful animations to guide you through procedures
●Displays up-to-date information about the...

4.Back key - To go to the previous step in a procedure or interaction. To go to the upper level, or leave
the option in the menu, or when given an option.
5.Down key - To go down in a menu or option, or to decrease a value, for example when configuring
the front-panel display contrast or the IP address.
6.Up key - To go up in a menu or option, or to increase a value, for example when configuring the
front-panel display contrast or the IP address.
7.Cancel key - To abort a procedure or interaction....

●The Embedded Web Server, runs in the printer and enables you to use a Web browser on any
computer to check ink levels and printer status, see 
Access the Embedded Web Server
on page 20.
●Advanced Profiling Solution included on separate DVD, to be installed after other HP software (drivers
and printer utilities).
The printers internal prints
The internal prints give various kinds of information about your printer. They can be requested from the
front panel without using a computer.
CAUTION:Before...

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Installing the software
●Choose which connection method to use
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Connect to a network (Windows)
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Connect directly to a computer (Windows)
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Uninstall the printer software (Windows)
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Connect to a network (Mac OS)
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Connect directly to a computer (Mac OS)
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Uninstall the printer software (Mac OS)
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Choose which connection method to use
The following methods can be used to connect your printer.
Connection typeSpeedCable lengthOther factors
Gigabit EthernetVery fast; varies
according to network
trafficLong (100 m=328 ft.)Requires extra equipment (switches).
Jetdirect print server
(optional accessory)Moderate; varies
according to network
trafficLong (100 m=328 ft)Requires extra equipment (switches)
Provides additional features
See 
http://www.hp.com/go/jetdirect/ for
more details
USB 2.0 Very fast...