HP Deskjet D2530 User Manual

							To print a Web page
1.Make sure you have paper loaded in the input tray.
2.On the File menu in your Web browser, click Print.
TIP:For best results, select HP Smart Web Printing on the File menu. A check
mark appears when it is selected.
The Print dialog box appears.
3.Make sure the product is the selected printer.
4.If your Web browser supports it, select the items on the Web page that you want to
include in the printout.
For example, in Internet Explorer, click the Options tab to select options such as As
laid out on screen, Only the selected frame, and Print all linked documents.
5.Click Print or OK to print the Web page.
TIP:To print Web pages correctly, you might need to set your print orientation to
Landscape.
Presentation printing
Use Presentation printing to print high-quality documents, including letters, brochures,
and transparencies. For more information, see:
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Print letters
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Print brochures
•
Print transparencies
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							8 Printer software
•Make the HP Deskjet the default printer
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Set default print settings
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Printer Properties dialog box
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Whats This? help
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Download printer software updates
Make the HP Deskjet the default printer
You can set the HP Deskjet as the default printer to use from any software program. This
means that the HP Deskjet is automatically selected in the printer drop-down list when
you click Print from the File menu in a software program.
Windows Vista users
1.On the Windows taskbar, click Start, and then click Control Panel.
2.Click Printers.
3.Right-click the HP Deskjet icon, and then click Set as default printer.
Windows XP users
1.On the Windows taskbar, click Start, and then click Printers and Faxes.
2.Right-click the HP Deskjet icon, and then click Set as Default Printer.
Windows 2000 users
1.On the Windows taskbar, click Start, point to Settings, and then click Printers.
2.Right-click the HP Deskjet icon, and then click Set as Default Printer.
Set default print settings
The HP Deskjet uses default print settings for all documents unless you specify other
settings.
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							To save time when printing, set the default print settings to options that you use often.
That way, you do not have to specify the options every time you use the printer.
To change the default print settings
1.Double-click the HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon on the right side of the Windows
taskbar.
1HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon
The HP Solution Center is displayed.
2.In the HP Solution Center, click Settings, point to Print Settings, and then click
Printer Settings.
3.Make changes to the print settings, and then click OK.
Printer Properties dialog box
The printer is controlled by software that is installed on your computer. Use the printer
software, also known as the printer driver, to change the print settings for a document.
To change the print settings, open the Printer Properties dialog box.
NOTE:The Printer Properties dialog box is also referred to as the Printing
Preferences dialog box.
To open the Printer Properties dialog box
1.Open the file that you want to print.
2.Click File, click Print, and then click Properties or Preferences.
The Printer Properties dialog box is displayed.
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							NOTE:The path to the Printer Properties dialog box can vary depending on the
software program you are using.
Whats This? help
Use the 
Whats This? help to learn about the features that you see on the Printer
Properties dialog box.
Whats This? help
Use Whats This? help to learn more about the available printing options.
To use Whats This? help
1.Move the cursor over the feature that you want to learn more about.
2.Click the right mouse button.
The Whats This box is displayed.
3.Move the cursor over the Whats This? box, and then click the left mouse button.
An explanation of the feature is displayed.
Download printer software updates
Download the latest printer software update every few months to ensure you have the
latest features and improvements.
To download a printer software update
1.Make sure you are connected to the Internet.
2.From the Windows Start menu, click Programs or All Programs, point to HP, and
then click HP Update.
The HP Update window is displayed.
3.Click Next.
HP Update searches the HP Web site for printer software updates.
• If the computer has the most recent version of the printer software installed, No
updates are available for your system at this time is displayed in the
HP Update window.
• If the computer does not have the most recent version of the printer software
installed, a list of options to download later versions of the software is displayed
in the HP Update window.
4.If a software update is available, select the check box beside the update name.
5.Click Install.
6.Follow the onscreen instructions.
Download HP Photosmart Software
Installing the printer software update you download from the HP Web site does not update
the HP Photosmart Software you might have installed on the computer. For information
about updating the HP Photosmart Software, see the HP Photosmart Help.
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							9 Maintenance
•Install print cartridges
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Align print cartridges
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Automatically clean print cartridges
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View estimated ink levels
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Maintain the printer body
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Remove ink from your skin and clothing
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Manually clean print cartridges
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Maintain print cartridges
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Printer Toolbox
Install print cartridges
When you need to replace print cartridges, make sure you have the correct print
cartridges for your printer, and then install them in the print cartridge carriage.
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Choose the right print cartridges
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Selection numbers
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Printing with one print cartridge
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Installation instructions
Choose the right print cartridges
HP recommends that you use original HP print cartridges. Original HP cartridges are
designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great results, time after
time. Wherever you purchase printing supplies, check to see which of the following
options are available for your printer.
NOTE:Standard and value choices use the same cartridge selection numbers. For
more information, see 
Selection numbers.
Choose original HP cartridges for how you print
•Standard for everyday printing: You occasionally print directions, documents, and
even a photo now and then, but you still expect high quality and reliable printing. Our
standard cartridges give you the right value at the right price for your everyday printing
needs. Look for the blue package.
•Value for frequent printing: You print a lot—from e-mails and school reports to
family photos and holiday greetings. Buy more, save more with HPs value offerings.
Look for the green package.
•Specialty for performance printing: Enhance your specialty communications with
metallic ink---accent text, graphics, cards, announcements, reports, and even photos
with a reflective finish. Make your projects truly shine, using metallic ink. Look for the
red package.
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							Choose cartridge combinations for best results 
• Text, graphics, and color photos: Combine tri-color and black print cartridges.
• Metallic accents: Combine tri-co lor and metallic print cartridges.
NOTE:Metallic print cartridges are available in select countries/regions.
Always install the tri-color print cartridge in the left side of the print cartridge carriage. 
Install the black print cartridge in the right side of the print cartridge carriage.
Selection numbers
When buying replacement print cartridges, look for the print cartridge selection number. 
You can find the selection number in three places: 
• Selection number label: Look at the label on the print cartridge that you are replacing.
1Selection number label
• Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see the 
reference guide that came with the printer. 
• Print Cartridge Information dialog box: For a list of print cartridge selection 
numbers, open the printer Toolbox , click the Estimated Ink Levels tab, and then click 
the  Print Cartridge Information button.
Printing with one print cartridge
The printer can operate with only one print cartridge installed. For more information, see
Ink-backup mode.
Installation instructions
To install a print cartridge 
1. Press the Power button to turn on the printer. 
2. Open the printer cover. 
The print cartridge carriage moves to the right side of the printer. 
3. Push down on the print cartridge.
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							4.Slide the print cartridge out of the carriage.
1Press the Power button
2Open the printer cover
3Push down on the print cartridge
4Slide the print cartridge out of the carriage
5.Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefully remove the 
plastic tape. Hold the print cartridge so that the copper strip is on the bottom and
facing toward the printer.
1Remove plastic tape
CAUTION: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. 
Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections.
Do not remove the copper strips. They are required electrical contacts.
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							1Ink nozzles
2Copper contacts
6.Slide the print cartridge firmly into the carriage at a slight upward angle until you feel 
resistance.
7. Push the cartridge into the carriage. 
You hear a snap when the print cartridge is correctly positioned. 
8. Close the printer cover. 
9. Align the print cartridges for optimum print quality. For more information, see Align
print cartridges. 
For information about storing print cartridges, see Maintain print cartridges . 
For information about recycling  empty print cartridges, see HP inkjet supplies recycling
program.
WARNING!Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children.
Align print cartridges
After installing a print cartridge, align the print cartridges to ensure the best print quality. 
To align print cartridges 
1. Load Letter or A4 unused plain white paper in the paper tray. 
2. Open the printer Toolbox.
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							3.Click Align the Print Cartridges.
4.Click Align, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
The HP Deskjet prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the
printer. Recycle or discard the test page.
Automatically clean print cartridges
If your printed pages are faded or if they contain ink streaks, the print cartridges might be
low on ink or might need to be cleaned. For more information, see 
View estimated ink
levels.
If the print cartridges are not low on ink, clean the print cartridges automatically.
To clean the print cartridges
1.Open the printer 
Toolbox.
2.Click Clean the Print Cartridges.
3.Click Clean, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
If your documents are still faded after cleaning, manually clean the print cartridge
contacts. For more information, see 
Manually clean print cartridges.
CAUTION:Clean print cartridges only when necessary. Unnecessary cleaning
wastes ink and shortens the life of the cartridge.
View estimated ink levels
Follow these instructions to view the estimated ink levels of the print cartridges that are
installed in the printer:
NOTE:Ink from the cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of different
ways, including in the initialization process, which prepares the device and cartridges
for printing, and in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing
smoothly. In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after it is used. For more
information, see 
www.hp.com/go/inkusage.
To check the ink levels
1.Open the printer 
Toolbox.
2.Click the Estimated Ink Levels tab.
NOTE:If the print cartridges were used before being installed in the printer, or have
been refilled, the estimated ink levels on the Estimated Ink level tab may be
inaccurate or unavailable.
The Estimated Ink Levels tab also contains print cartridge ordering information. To view
this information, click the Print Cartridge Information button.
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							Maintain the printer body
Because the HP Deskjet ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist, ink smudges will
eventually appear.
To remove smudges, stains, or dried ink from the exterior
1.Turn off the HP Deskjet, and then disconnect the power cord.
2.Wipe the outside of the HP Deskjet with a soft cloth that has been lightly moistened
with water.
CAUTION:Do not use any type of cleaning solution. Household cleaners and
detergents might damage the printer finish. Keep all fluids away from the interior. Do
not lubricate the metal rod on which the print cartridge carriage slides. Noise is normal
when the carriage moves back and forth.
Remove ink from your skin and clothing
Follow these instructions to remove ink from your skin and clothing:
SurfaceRemedy
SkinWash the area with an abrasive soap.
White fabricWash the fabric in cold water and use chlorine bleach.
Color fabricWash the fabric in cold water and use sudsy ammonia.
CAUTION:Always use cold water to remove ink from fabric. Warm or hot water can
set the ink into the fabric.
Manually clean print cartridges
CAUTION:Do not clean the print cartridge contacts unless you are having a problem
with print quality and other measures have not been successful. For more information,
see 
Print quality is poor.
If the HP Deskjet is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris can accumulate
on the print cartridge contacts. This debris can cause ink streaks on printed pages. The
problem can be corrected by manually cleaning the print cartridge contacts.
You need the following items to clean the print cartridges:
• Distilled water (tap water can contain contaminants that can damage the print
cartridge)
• Cotton swabs or other soft, lint-free material that will not stick to the print cartridge
Be careful not to get ink on your hands or clothing as you clean. For more information,
see 
Remove ink from your skin and clothing.
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