HP Deskjet 1050A User Manual

							3Print
Choose a print job to continue.
Print documents
Print photos
Print envelopes
Print documents
To print from a software application 
1. Make sure the output tray is open. 
2. Make sure you have paper loaded in the input tray.
3.From your software application, click the Print button. 
4. Make sure the product is the selected printer. 
5. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box. 
Depending on your software application, this button might be called  Properties, 
Options , Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 
6. Select the appropriate options. 
•On  Layout tab select Portrait or Landscape orientation. 
•On  Paper/Quality tab select the appropriate paper type and print quality from the 
Media  drop-down list. 
• Click  Advanced to select the appropriate paper size from the Paper/Output list. 
7. Click OK to close the Properties dialog box. 
8. Click Print or OK to begin printing.
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							NOTE:You can print your document on both sides of the paper, instead of just one 
side. Click on the  Advanced button on the Paper/Quality or Layout tab. From the 
Pages to Print  drop-down menu select Print Odd Pages Only. Click OK to print. 
After the odd numbered pages of the document have been printed, remove the 
document from the output tray. Reload the paper in the input tray with the blank side
facing up. Return to the  Pages to Print drop-down menu and then select Print Even 
Pages Only . Click OK to print.
Print photos
To print a photo on photo paper 
1. Make sure the output tray is open. 
2. Remove all paper from the input tray, and then load the photo paper print side up.
NOTE:If the photo paper you are using has perforated tabs, load photo paper 
so that tabs are on top.
3. On the File menu in your software application, click Print. 
4. Make sure the product is the selected printer. 
5. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box. 
Depending on your software application, this button might be called  Properties, 
Options , Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 
6. Click the Paper/Quality tab. 
7. Select the appropriate options. 
•On  Layout tab select Portrait or Landscape orientation. 
•On  Paper/Quality tab select the appropriate paper type and print quality from the 
Media  drop-down list. 
• Click  Advanced to select the appropriate paper size from the Paper/Output list.
NOTE:For maximum dpi resolution, go to the Paper/Quality tab and select 
Photo Paper, Best Quality  from the Media drop-down list. Make sure you are 
printing in color. Then go to the  Advanced tab and select Yes from the Print in 
Max DPI  drop-down list. For more information, see Print using the maximum
dpi.
8.Click OK to return to the Properties dialog box. 
9. Click OK, and then click Print or OK in the Print dialog box.
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							NOTE:Do not leave unused photo paper in the input tray. The paper might start to 
curl, which could reduce the quality of your printout. Photo paper should be flat before
printing.
Print envelopes
You can load one or more envelopes into the input tray of the HP All-in-One. Do not use
shiny or embossed envelopes or envelopes that have clasps or windows.
NOTE: For specific details on how to format text for printing on envelopes, consult 
the help files in your word processing software. For best results, consider using a label 
for the return address on envelopes.
To print envelopes 
1. Make sure the output tray is open. 
2. Slide the paper guide all the way to the left. 
3. Place the envelopes in the right side of the tray. The side to be printed on should face 
up. The flap should be on the left side. 
4. Push the envelopes into the printer until they stop. 
5. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the envelopes.
6.Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box. 
Depending on your software application, this button might be called  Properties, 
Options , Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 
7. Select the appropriate options. 
•On  Paper/Quality tab select a Plain paper type. 
• Click the  Advanced button, and select the appropriate envelope size from the 
Paper Size  drop down menu. 
8. Click OK, and then click Print or OK in the Print dialog box.
Tips for print success
To successfully print, the HP cartridges should be functioning properly with sufficient ink, 
the paper should be loaded correctly, and the product should have the appropriate 
settings.
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							Cartridge tips 
• Use genuine HP ink cartridges. 
• Install both the black and tri-color cartridges correctly. 
For more information, see Replace the cartridges . 
• Check the estimated ink levels in the cartridges to make sure there is sufficient ink. 
For more information, see Check the estima ted ink levels. 
• For more information, see Improve print quality. 
Paper loading tips 
• Load a stack of paper (not just one page). All of the paper in the stack should be the 
same size and type to avoid a paper jam. 
• Load paper with side to be printed on facing up. 
• Ensure that paper loaded in the input tray lays flat and the edges are not bent or torn. 
• Adjust the paper-width guide in the input tray to fit snugly against all paper. Make sure 
the paper-width guide does not bend the paper in the input tray. 
• For more information, see Load media. 
Printer settings tips 
• On the Paper/Quality tab of the print driver, select the appropriate paper type and 
quality from the  Media drop down menu. 
• Click the Advanced button, and select the appropriate Paper Size from the Paper/ 
Output  drop-down menu. 
• Click the HP All-in-One desktop icon to open the Printer Software.
NOTE:You can also access the Printer Software by clicking Start > Programs 
> HP > HP Deskjet 1050 J410 > HP Deskjet 1050 J410
Notes 
• Genuine HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers and papers to 
help you easily produce great results, time after time.
NOTE: HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP supplies. Product 
service or repairs required as a result of  using a non-HP supply will not be covered 
under warranty. 
If you believe you purchased genuine HP ink cartridges, go to:
www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit
• Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only.
NOTE:When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a 
replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not need
to replace the cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable.
• Software settings selected in the print driver only apply to printing, they do not apply 
to copying or scanning.
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							•You can print your document on both sides of the paper, instead of just one side.
NOTE:Click the Advanced button on the Paper/Quality or Layout tab. From 
the  Pages to Print drop-down menu select Print Odd Pages Only. Click OK to 
print. After the odd numbered pages of the document have been printed, remove
the document from the output tray. Reload the paper in the input tray with the 
blank side facing up. Return to the  Pages to Print drop-down menu and then 
select  Print Even Pages Only. Click OK to print.
•Print using black ink only
NOTE:If you want to print a black and white document using black ink only, click 
the  Advanced button. From the Print in Grayscale drop-down menu select 
Black Ink Only , then click the OK button. If you see Black and White as an option 
on the  Paper/Quality tab or the Layout tab, select it.
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Print using the maximum dpi
Use maximum dots per inch (dpi) mode to print high-quality, sharp images on photo 
paper. 
See technical specifications for the print resolution of the maximum dpi mode.
Printing in maximum dpi takes longer than printing with other settings and requires a large 
amount of disk space. 
To print in Maximum dpi mode 
1. Make sure you have photo paper loaded in the input tray. 
2. On the File menu in your software application, click Print. 
3. Make sure the product is the selected printer. 
4. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box. 
Depending on your software application, this button might be called  Properties, 
Options , Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 
5. Click the Paper/Quality tab. 
6. In the Media drop-down list, click Photo Paper, Best Quality.
NOTE:Photo Paper, Best Quality must be selected from the Media drop-down 
list on the  Paper/Quality tab to enable printing in maximum DPI.
7.Click the Advanced button. 
8. In the Printer Features area, select Yes from the Print in Max DPI drop-down list. 
9. Select Paper Size from Paper/Output drop-down menu. 
10. Click OK to close the advanced options. 
11. Confirm Orientation on Layout tab, then click OK to print.
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							4 Paper basics
You can load many different types and sizes of paper in the HP All-in-One, including letter 
or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes. 
This section contains the following topics:
Load media
Recommended papers for printing
If you want the best print quality, HP reco mmends using HP papers that are specifically 
designed for the type of project you are printing. 
Depending on your country/region, some of these papers might not be available. 
ColorLok 
HP recommends plain papers with the ColorLok logo for printing and copying of everyday 
documents. All papers with the ColorLok logo are independently tested to meet high 
standards of reliability and print quality, and produce documents with crisp, vivid color, 
bolder blacks, and dry  faster than ordinary plain papers. Look for papers with the ColorLok 
logo in a variety of weights and sizes from major paper manufacturers.
HP Advanced Photo Paper 
This thick photo paper features an instant-dry finish for easy handling without smudging. 
It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity. Your prints have a look and feel 
comparable to a store-processed photo. It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 
x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 in ch) (with or without tabs), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two 
finishes - glossy or soft glo ss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer lasting documents. 
HP Everyday Photo Paper 
Print colorful, everyday snapshots at a low cost, using paper designed for casual photo 
printing. This affordable, photo paper dries quickly for easy handling. Get sharp, crisp
images when you use this paper with any inkjet printer. It is available in semi-gloss finish 
in several sizes,  including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, and 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without 
tabs). For longer-lasting photos, it is acid-free.
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							HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet Paper 
These papers are glossy-coated or matte-coat ed on both sides for two-sided use. They 
are the perfect choice for near-photographic reproductions and business graphics for 
report covers, special presentations, brochures, mailers, and calendars. 
HP Premium Presentation Paper or HP Professional Paper 
These papers are heavy two-sided matte papers perfect for presentation, proposals, 
reports, and newsletters. They are heavyweight for an impressive look and feel. 
HP Bright White Inkjet Paper 
HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high-c ontrast colors and sharp text. It is opaque 
enough for two-sided color usage with no show-through, which makes it ideal for
newsletters, reports, and flyers. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder 
blacks, and vivid colors. 
HP Printing Paper 
HP Printing Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It produces documents that look 
and feel more substantial than documents printed on standard multipurpose or copy 
paper. It features ColorLok Te chnology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors. 
It is acid-free for longer lasting documents. 
HP Office Paper 
HP Office Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It is suitable for copies, drafts, 
memos, and other everyday documents. It features ColorLok Technology for less 
smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors. It is acid-free for longer lasting documents. 
HP Iron-On Transfers 
HP Iron-on Transfers (for color fabrics or for light or white fabrics) are the ideal solution 
for creating custom T-shirts from your digital photos. 
HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film 
HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film make your color presentations vivid and even more 
impressive. This film is easy to use and handle and dries quickly without smudging. 
HP Photo Value Pack 
HP Photo Value Packs convenie ntly package original HP cartridges and HP Advanced 
Photo Paper to save you time and take the guesswork out of printing affordable
professional photos with your HP All-in-One. Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo
Paper have been designed to work together so your photos are long lasting and vivid, 
print after print. Great for printing out an entire vacation’s worth of photos or multiple prints
to share.
NOTE: At this time, some portions of the HP Web site are available in English only.
To order HP papers and other supplies, go to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. If prompted, 
choose your country/region, follow the prompts to select your product, and then click one
of the shopping links on the page.
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							Load media
▲Select a paper size to continue. 
Load full-size paper 
a . Raise the input tray 
❑ Raise the input tray.
b . Lower the output tray 
❑ Lower the output tray and pull out the tray extender.
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							c. Slide paper-width guide to the left 
❑ Slide paper-width guide to the left.
d . Load paper. 
❑ Insert stack of paper into input tray with short edge forward and print side up.
❑Slide stack of paper down until it stops. 
❑ Slide paper-width guide to the right until it stops at edge of paper.
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