Hp Deskjet 6840 Color Inkjet Printer Bedienungsanleitung

1 HP Deskjet 6800 series printerTo find an answer to a question, click the appropriate topic below:• Notices• Special features• Getting started• Conn

1. Paper-width guide2. Paper-length guideOut trayPrinted pages are deposited in the Out tray.1. Out tray2. Photo/envelope feederUse the photo/envelope

2. In the Scale box, type the percentage by which you want to shrink or enlargethe document.• Type a number from 25 to 99 to reduce a document image.•

3. Click the appropriate borderless paper size in the Paper Size list.4. Click OK.5. Open the Print dialog box.6. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel.

3. In the Source drop-down list, click one of the following options:• Upper tray: prints from the In tray.• Lower tray: prints from the 250-Sheet Plai

9 Printer software• Print settings• Page Setup dialog box• Print dialog box• Managing the printer (Mac OS X 10.3 and later)• Managing the printer (Ma

• Set the paper size for a document.• Resize a document.• Specify the document orientation.9.3 Print dialog boxUse the Print dialog box to modify pri

3. Panel Menu: Toggle among print setting panels, an application-specific panel,and a summary of print settings for the document.4. ?: Open MacHelp.5.

3. Click the Set Up Printer button.Printer List appears.Adding a printerFollow these steps to add a printer to your computer:1. Open Printer List.2. C

3. Select the connection type for the printer (for example, USB).4. Select the printer name from the printer list.5. Click Add.Setting a default print

• Deleting a printerAdding a printerFollow these steps to add a printer to your computer:1. Open Print Center.2. Click Add.The Add Printer List dialog

4. Select the printer name from the printer list.5. Click Add.Setting a default printerFollow these steps to set the printer as the computer's de

1. Out-tray extension2. Out-tray extension stopDo not unfold the Out-tray extension stop when printing on legal paper.After the print job is complete,

4. Click a print job to select it.Use the buttons to manage the print job as appropriate:• Delete: Cancels the selected print job• Hold: Pauses the se

10 Maintenance• Installing print cartridges• Aligning print cartridges• Calibrating color• Automatically cleaning print cartridges• Manually cleaning

1. Selection number labelInk back-up modeThe printer can operate with only one print cartridge installed. For more information,see the ink back-up mod

6. Remove the replacement print cartridge from its packaging and carefullyremove the pink, plastic tape.1. Remove the pink tape onlyCaution: Do not to

Note: After you insert the print cartridge, verify that the copper contacts ofthe print cartridge touch the back of the print cartridge cradle.8. Pu

10.2 Aligning print cartridgesThe printer automatically aligns the print cartridges after a new print cartridge isinstalled. You can also align the p

10.5 Manually cleaning the print cartridgesIf the printer is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris canaccumulate on the print cartrid

Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles. Touching the inknozzles will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections.1. Cl

Surface RemedySkin Wash the area with an abrasive soap.White fabric Wash the fabric in cold water and use chlorine bleach.Color fabric Wash the fabric

Removing the print cartridge from the print cartridge protectorPress down and back on the top of the protector to release the cartridge. Slide thecart

EnvelopesFollow these steps to use the photo/envelope feeder for single envelopes:1. Insert the envelope with the side to be printed on facing down an

2. Double-click Applications, and then double-click Utilities.3. Double-click HP Printer Selector.4. Select the printer, and then click Utilities. The

• Clean: Cleans the print cartridges.• Ink Levels: Provides estimated ink levels.• Calibrate: Aligns the print cartridges.• Calibrate Color: Adjusts c

11 Troubleshooting• Ethernet problems• Wireless networking problems• Printer is not printing• Paper jam• Paper problems• Print quality is poor• Docum

State of the Link light TaskOnResend the document, then look at the Activity light.OffVerify the following:• The Ethernet cable is securely connected

Cannot open the printer's embedded Web server (EWS)Verify the following:• You are not using a phone cord to connect the printer to the network• T

• The printer is free of paper jams.If any of these items are problems, then see the printer is not printing page.If the HP Report page does print, tr

State of the Wireless Status light TaskFlashesThe printer's wirelesscommunications feature isoperating correctly. Try thesesolutions, again.Does

Problem SolutionThe WAP filters hardware addresses (MAC addresses) Follow these steps.One of these settings in the printer might be incorrect:• Commun

A personal software firewall is blocking communication between the printerand the computerThe personal software firewall is a security program that pr

3. Click the Networking tab, and then click Wireless (802.11) under theConnections heading.4. Use the Wireless Setup wizard on the Wireless Setup tab

4. Print the photo.PostcardsFollow these steps to use the photo/envelope feeder to print a single postcard:1. Insert the postcard into the photo/envel

11.4 Paper jamDo not clear a paper jam from the front of the printer.Follow these steps to remove a paper jam:1. Press the Resume button.If the paper

Accessories?If the Two-Sided Printing Accessory is attached to the printer,follow these steps to clear a paper jam from the Two-SidedPrinting Accessor

• Move the printer away from direct sunlight. The printer may have been placedin direct sunlight, which can affect the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor.• S

1. Plastic tape4. Consider selecting a higher print quality.Increase the ink volume1. Open the Print dialog box.2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel

2. Confirm that the paper guides fit firmly against the edge of the envelope.3. Reprint the envelope.Parts of the document are missing or printed in t

Panel SettingPaper Type/QualityPaper Type: The appropriate photo paper typeQuality: Best or Maximum dpiDigital Photo: Used for photo enhancement optio

Verify that photo paper is not curled. If the photo paper is curled, place the paper ina plastic bag and gently bend it the opposite direction of the

11.10 Borderless printing problemsGuidelinesWhen printing borderless printouts, follow these guidelines:• Verify that the paper size that is specifie

Fading occurs near the edges of a printoutInstall a photo print cartridge in the printer.Streaks appear in a light portion of a printoutInstall a phot

2. Load the photo paper correctly in the In tray.3. Verify that the paper guides fit firmly against the media.Printout has an unwanted borderFor most

4.6 Print cartridgesFour print cartridges are available for use with the printer.1. Black2. Tri-color3. Photo4. Gray photoNote: The availability of

11.11 Error messagesOut of paper messageIf the In tray or optional lower tray contains paper1. Verify the following:• There is sufficient paper in th

11.12 Printer lights are on or flashingWhat the lights indicateThe printer lights indicate the printer status.Wireless Status light is flashingFor in

After cleaning the print cartridge, reinsert it into the printer.If the print cartridge status light continues to flash, replace the print cartridge.A

For information about updating the printer driver, visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com/support.Two-sided documents are printingPrinting two-sided docu

12 Optional accessoriesThe following optional accessories are available to be used with your HP printer.Automatic Two-SidedPrinting Accessory250-Shee

Note: The duplexer is not available in all countries/regions.The duplexer only supports certain paper types. For a list of supported paper types,see

Note: Do not press the buttons on either side of the duplexer when installingit in the printer. Use the buttons only when removing the duplexer from

Binding margin is in the wrong placeYou might have chosen an incorrect paper orientation.1. Open the Print dialog box.2. Select the Two-Sided Printing

• A6: 105 x 148.5 mm• Hagaki: 100 x 148 mm• L size: 89 x 127 mm12.2 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray AccessoryThe 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory expa

4. Gently place the printer on top of the paper tray.12.2.2 Loading the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray AccessoryTwo partsThe 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray A

1. Selection number label• Printer documentation: For a list of print cartridge selection numbers, see thereference guide that came with the printer.•

1. Paper-width guide2. Paper-width fence3. Paper-length guideNote: When changing the paper size in the paper tray, you must set all threepaper guide

1. Align the arrowsNote: To print on legal-sized paper, set the paper-width guide to LTR.3. Set the paper-width fence by carefully inserting it into

1. Align the arrowsNote: To print on legal-sized paper, pull the paper-length guide all the wayout.Loading paperFollow these steps to load paper:1.

12.2.3 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory specificationsDimensions448 mm (17.64 in) wide x 65 mm (2.56 in) high x 384 (15.12 in) mm deepWeight1.99

• Photo paper and envelopes can be printed on one side by using the small papertray.• Print two-sided documents automatically.If the Auto Two-Sided Pr

Note: Do not press the buttons on either side of the accessory wheninstalling it into the printer. Use the buttons only when removing theaccessory f

4. Slide the paper-width guide against the edge of the cards.Printing1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:• Paper

• Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink whenprinting photos.• Verify that the photo paper that you are using is flat. For info

Printing1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:• Paper Size: The appropriate paper sizeNote: To print a borderles

3. Release the paper lever.4. Slide the paper-width guide against the edge of the envelopes.Printing1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box an

Note: It is recommended that you do not use the photo print cartridge or the grayphoto print cartridge for ink-backup mode.Exiting ink-backup modeIn

12.3.5 Problems with the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with SmallPaper TrayPaper jamDo not clear a paper jam from the front of the printer.Follow th

5. Tilt the Small Paper Tray forward and open the lower door of the accessory.1. Tilt the Small Paper Tray2. Open the lower door6. Remove any paper th

Paper size changes when the two-sided printing option is selectedThe paper size is not supported by the duplexer.Binding margin is in the wrong placeY

Small paper tray specificationsMedia thickness: 7-12 milsMedia sizes:• Size range:• Width: 81.3 to 106 mm (3.2 to 4.17 in)• Length: 116.8 to 304.8 mm

• No. 10: Up to 20• Japanese envelope No. 4: Up to 20HP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide164

13 Specifications• Printer specifications• Environmental statement• Print cartridge recovery13.1 Printer specificationsSee the reference guide that

Printer packaging: The packaging materials for this printer have been selected toprovide maximum protection for the least cost possible, while attempt

Returned cartridges are separated for purification into raw materials for use in otherindustries to manufacture new products. Examples of products mad

14 Supplies• Paper• USB cables• Accessories• Print cartridgesNote: The availability of supplies and accessories varies by country/region.14.1 Pape

IndexAacknowledgementsad hoc modeAdobeRGBAESAlign buttonaligning print cartridgesauthenticationAuto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Trayenv

5 Connecting to the printer• Connecting a digital camera• USB• Wireless networking• Wired networking5.1 Printing photos from a digital cameraLearn h

ResumeCCMYK values, settingcollated copiescolor calibrationcolor optionscommunication modesad hoc modeinfrastructure modeconnectivityEthernetWi-Fi net

lightsnetwork examplesnetworking glossaryprinting on an Ethernet networkGgray photo print cartridgeHHP Report pageIIn trayinfrastructure modeink-backu

network name (SSID)networking glossarynoticesOoptional 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessoryinstallationloadingpart numberspecificationsusingorientatio

small photos with a white borderPictBridgelights flashingphotos are not printingprintingprinting from the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Pa

Rrecyclingprint cartridgesremoving ink from skin and clothingReport Page buttonresizing documentsrotate 180 degreesSscalingsettingssharpnessSmartFocus

WWEPWi-Fi networkingwi-fi 802.11b networkingbasicsexplanationnetwork locationsprinting on a Wi-Fi networkwi-fi networkingcommunication modesembedded W

wireless securityauthenticationencryptionWEPWPAWPAHP Deskjet 6800 series printer User's Guide176

For a description of the printer's wireless feature, click one of the following options:• Wireless Status light and Signal Strength indicator• Re

If you have an 802.11a wireless network, you must use an Ethernet cable to connectthe printer to the network's Wireless Access Point (WAP) in ord

2 Notices• Notices and acknowledgements• Terms and conventions2.1 Notices and acknowledgementsHewlett-Packard company noticesReproduction, adaptatio

• Keep the wireless devices away from large metal objects, such as filingcabinets, and other electromagnetic devices, such as microwaves and cordlesst

The ad hoc communication mode defaults to 802.11b. Follow these steps to use802.11g in ad hoc mode:1. Open the printer's embedded Web server (EWS

For a description of the wireless security options available for the printer, see thewireless security page.PrintingComputers on the network send prin

Infrastructure networksOn an infrastructure network, devices, such as computers and printers,communicate through a Wireless Access Point (WAP). WAPs c

5.3.3 Network locationsA network location is a set of network settings unique to a given wireless network.Many wireless devices have configuration ut

Where the wireless network is Network location settingsHomeat_home• Network name: home• Communication mode: ad hoc• Security: WEPWhen the laptop is be

1. Network name equals “network_1”2. Network name equals “network_2”The network name for one wireless network is network_1. The network name forthe ot

The laptop and the printer can communicate.5.3.5 Wireless securityThe printer can be configured for several wireless security options depending onthe

AuthenticationDefinitionAuthentication verifies the identity of a user or device before granting access to anetwork, making it more difficult for unau

EncryptionDefinitionEncryption involves using a password to encode data sent over a wireless networkin order to make the data unintelligible to eavesd

Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts.Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electricalcon

Encryption type Description Benefits LimitationsAESAdvancedEncryption Standard(AES) is a U.S.governmentsponsoredencryption methodthat uses a complexal

For example, if the printer's network uses WPA, only devices that have the sameWPA settings as the printer will be able to use the printer.WPA pr

For example, if the printer's network uses WEP, only devices that have the sameWEP settings as the printer will be able to use the printer.WEP is

5.3.9 Open systemA wireless network that does not use any authentication or encryption method isreferred to as an “open system.”An can still have a m

State of the Wireless Status light Printer statusOffIs not able to receive and transmitdata wirelessly.FlashingReceiving data.Signal Strength indicato

1. Report Page button5.3.13 Network iconThe Network icon illuminates when the printer is connected to:• An Ethernet network• An active wireless netwo

5.3.14 Wireless radioThe printer has an internal wireless radio for wireless communication.How the wireless radio worksThe wireless radio broadcasts

5.3.15 HP Report pageThe HP Report page supplies useful information about the printer's wireless,wired, and PictBridge connections.Printing an H

Item MeaningNetwork StatusThe printer's network status:• Ready: The printer is ready to print.• Offline: The printer is not connected to a networ

Item MeaningLink ConfigThe network link configuration:• 802.11• 10T-Full• 10T-Half• 100TX-Full• 100TX-Half802.11 wirelessThe 802.11 wireless informati

3 Special featuresCongratulations! You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped withseveral exciting features:• Built-in networking capa

Item MeaningChannelOne of several pre-set frequencies at which802.11b-enabled devices communicate in order toreduce interference.The number of channel

Item MeaningTotal Packets TransmittedNumber of packets sent without error.This item may be requested by HP Service andSupport.Total Packets ReceivedNu

Use Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, Netscape 4.75 or higher, or AppleSafariâ„¢.2. Enter the printer's IP address in the browser's

2. Press and hold down the Report Page button.3. While holding down the Report Page button, press the Cancel button threetimes.4. Release the Report P

bBOOTP: Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP) is an Internet protocol that enables a deviceto discover its own IP address, the IP address of a BOOTP server on th

gGateway: A dedicated device (router or computer) that connects two differentnetworks. For example, a computer on an Ethernet network may act as a gat

mDNS: As an alternative to a Domain Name Server, a device issues a MulticastDomain Name Server (mDNS) notification to provide information regarding it

uUnicast packet: A packet sent from one device on a network to another device onthe network. wWEP: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) provides security by

• Installing the printer on an Ethernet networkFor a description of the printer's Ethernet feature, click one of the following options:• Ethernet

1. RJ-45 plugNetwork communicationTCP/IPDevices on a network communicate with one another using a “language” called aprotocol. The printer is designed

4 Getting startedFor an overview of the printer features, see the printer features page.Click the appropriate topic below for a description of a prin

Ethernet network examplesTo see some examples of Ethernet networks, see the Ethernet network examplespage.PrintingComputers on the network send print

DSL or cable Internet connection without a gatewayThis example looks similar to the first example. However, in this example, thenetwork devices are co

2. Verify that the printer is powered on.3. Connect the Ethernet cable to an available port on the network hub or router.Note: Do not plug the Ether

5.4.5 Installing the printer softwareBefore installing the printer software on a networked computer, verify the followingitems:• The printer is set u

State of the Activity light State of the printerFlashingReceiving or transmitting data over the Ethernetconnection.OffNot receiving or transmitting da

6 Printing photos from acomputerSelect the type of photograph that you want to print:Borderless PhotosSmall borderless photo Large borderless photo P

Learn how to add professional touches to your digital photographs:• Use the photo print cartridge for great colors.• Use these software options for ad

Using the digital photography options1. Options Menu: Select from the following options:• Red eye removal: Click On to remove or reduce red-eye in the

The 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi print mode is the highest quality resolution for thisprinter. When 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi is selected in the printer

HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss is designed to create quality photos with lessink.Note: For higher-quality photos, use HP Premium Plus Photo pap

2. Paper trays3. Photo/envelope feeder4. PictBridge port1. Print cartridges2. Automatic Paper-Type Sensor (not illustrated)3. Ink-backup mode (not ill

Storing the photo print cartridgeTo maintain the health of the print cartridge, follow the print cartridge storageguidelines.6.6 Using color optionsA

5. Adjust the Saturation, Brightness, and Color Tone to affect how overall colorsare printed.6. Select any other print settings that you want, and the

4. Adjust the Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black sliders to specify the level of eachcolor that is used in printing.5. Select any other print settings t

3. In the Color drop-down list, click one of the following options:• AdobeRGB: When printing from a professional application withAdobeRGB, turn off th

The gray photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is not included withyour product.Installing the gray photo print cartridgeTo install

1. Open the Print dialog box.2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel.3. In the Color drop-down list, click Grayscale.4. Select any other print settings

3. Click the appropriate borderless paper size in the Paper Size list.4. Click OK.5. Open the Print dialog box.6. Select any other print settings that

Storage• Keep unused photo paper in a resealable plastic bag, in the box in which it wasoriginally packaged. Store the packaged photo paper on a flat

4. Verify that the photo paper is flat.If the photo paper is not flat, see the photo paper storage instructions.5. Place the photo paper in the In tra

• Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink whenprinting photos.• Verify that the photo paper that you are using is flat. For info

Automatic Two-SidedPrinting Accessory (optional)250-Sheet Plain Paper TrayAccessory (optional)Auto Two-Sided PrintAccessory with Small PaperTray (opti

6.15 Panoramic borderless photosGuidelines• For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tri-color print cartridge.•

Printing1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:• Paper Size: The appropriate borderless paper size• Orientation: Th

If the photo paper is not flat, see the photo paper storage instructions.5. Place the photo paper in the In tray with the side to be printed on facing

• Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink whenprinting photos.• Verify that the photo paper that you are using is flat. For info

6.18 Panoramic photos with a white borderGuidelines• For high-quality results, use a photo print cartridge in combination with the tri-color print ca

Printing1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, and then select the following settings:• Paper Size: The appropriate paper size• Orientation: The appropria

7 Printing other documentsE-mail Letters Documents EnvelopesPostcards Brochures Greeting cards TransparenciesLabels Index cards Banners Iron-ontransf

3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the paper-length guide.4. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the pape

5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper.1. Letter or A4 paper2. Legal paperNote: If you are using letterhead, verify that the letterhead

3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper-lengthguide.4. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper int

• Wireless Status light and Signal Strength indicator• Print Cartridge Status lightsPower button and lightThe Power button turns the printer on and of

• Are wrinkled, torn, or otherwise damaged• Align the envelope edges before inserting them in the In tray.• Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to

7.5 PostcardsIf the optional Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small PaperTray is attached to the printer, follow the steps for printingpostcards w

Note: To print a borderless card, click the borderless photo size thatmatches the card size.• Orientation: The appropriate orientation2. Click OK.3.

6. Lower the Out tray.Printing1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling,or orientation options.2. Open the Print

7. Lower the Out tray.Printing1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling,or orientation options.2. Open the Print

5. Carefully push the transparencies into the printer until they stop so that noneof the adhesive strips catch on one another.6. Slide the paper guide

3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the paper-length guide.4. Fan the edges of the label sheets to separate them

1. Verify that the printer is turned on.2. Remove the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray.3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to t

7.11 BannersGuidelines• Use HP Banner Paper for great results.• Remove any perforated strips from the banner paper before loading it in the Intray.•

3. Click OK.4. Open the Print dialog box.5. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel, and then specify the following settings:• Source: Upper tray• Paper T

1. The left status light represents the tri-color print cartridge.2. The right status light represents the print cartridge that is installed in thecom

7. Lower the Out tray.Printing1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and set the paper size, scaling,or orientation options.2. Open the Print

8 Printing tipsSave time• Use the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory to reload the printer less often.• Print in reverse page order.• Print collate

3. In the Source drop-down list, click Lower tray.8.2 Setting the page orderSetting the page order determines the order in which your document will b

3. Do one of the following actions:• Select the Reverse Page Order check box to print the first page of thedocument last. This is the appropriate sett

8.4 Automatic two-sided printing To print a two-sided document automatically, one of the following accessories mustbe attached to the printer:Automat

Book bindingTablet binding3. Change any other print settings that you want, and then click Print.After the first side of the page is printed, the prin

4. For Layout Direction, select the option for how you want the multiple pagesarranged on a single sheet of paper.5. If you want a border to appear ar

3. In the Paper Type drop-down list, click Automatic.4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print.Selecting a specific paper

3. In the Paper Type drop-down list, click the appropriate paper type.4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click Print.8.7 Sele

3. Select one of the following from the Quality drop-down list:• FastDraft: prints at the fastest printing speed.• Fast normal: prints more quickly th