Page 3 - User Guide
HP Color LaserJet 2820/2830/2840 all-in-one User Guide
Page 7 - Service and support
Service and support Web services For 24-hour access to information by using a modem or Internet connection World Wide Web: Updated HP device software, product and support information, and printerdrivers in several languages can be obtained from http://www.hp.com/support/clj2800series . (The site is ...
Page 9 - Table of contents; Device basics
Table of contents 1 Device basics Quick access to device information ..........................................................................................2 User guide links ..................................................................................................................2Where t...
Page 14 - 2 Managing the device and maintenance
Create a new group list ...................................................................................................160Change settings, such as resolution and contrast, and optimize them for each fax ......160 Scan: How do I? ......................................................................
Page 17 - Device basics
1 Device basics This section provides information about the following topics: ● Quick access to device information ● Device configurations ● Device features ● Device parts ENWW 1
Page 18 - Quick access to device information; User guide links; Where to look for more information; Setting up the device; Using the device
Quick access to device information User guide links ● Device parts ● Control panel ● Troubleshooting Where to look for more information Several references are available for use with this device. See http://www.hp.com/support/ clj2800series . Setting up the device Getting started guide (printed) —Pro...
Page 20 - Device configurations
Device configurations The device is available in the following configurations. HP Color LaserJet 2820 all-in-one The HP Color LaserJet 2820 all-in-one printer, scanner, copier is a four-color laser printerthat prints letter-size pages up to 20 pages per minute (ppm) in black-and-white, A4-sizepages ...
Page 22 - Device features
Device features Feature HP Color LaserJet 2820/2830/2840 all-in-one Color printing ● Provides laser printing in full color by usingthe four process colors: cyan, magenta,yellow, and black (CMYK). For more information, see Printing with color . Copy ● Provides full-color copying from letter/A4-sized ...
Page 25 - Front view; Back view
Device parts Before using the device, familiarize yourself with the parts of the device. Front view 1 power switch 2 top (face-down) output bin 3 control panel 4 scanner release button 5 memory card slots (HP Color LaserJet 2840 all-in-one only) 6 tray 1 7 tray 2 (included with the HP Color LaserJet...
Page 26 - Interface ports
Interface ports The device has two interface ports: a 10/100Base-T (RJ-45) network port and a Hi-SpeedUSB 2.0 port. The HP Color LaserJet 2830/2840 all-in-one models also have fax ports. 1 network port 2 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port 3 fax ports (HP Color LaserJet 2830/2840 all-in-one models only) 10 Chapte...
Page 27 - Control panel
Control panel Use the following illustrations to identify the device control-panel components for your device. HP Color LaserJet 2820 all-in-one printer, scanner, copier 1 Alphanumeric buttons. Use the alphanumeric buttons to type data into the device control-panel display and dial telephone numbers...
Page 29 - Software
2 Software This section provides information about the following topics: ● Printer drivers ● Uninstalling the printing software ENWW 13
Page 30 - Printer drivers; Software and supported operating systems
Printer drivers Software and supported operating systems For easy device setup and access to the full range of device features, HP stronglyrecommends that you install the software that is provided. Not all software is available in alllanguages. See the getting started guide for installation instruct...
Page 31 - Software tips; How do I gain access to the device features?
Feature Windows2000, XP 1 Windows98 SE, ME WindowsNT MacintoshOS 9.2.2 MacintoshOS 10.2, 10.3 UNIX®,Linux OS/2 Fax software- HP ColorLaserJet2830/2840 all-in-one modelsonly Storage driver(memorycard) -HP ColorLaserJet2840 all-in-one only DeviceConfigurationUtility HP Director HP ImageZone HP Documen...
Page 32 - How do I get the latest printing software?; What other software is available?; Software for Windows
Gain access to advanced device features through the printer driver (or the Print dialog box for Macintosh operating systems). To open a Windows print driver, complete the followingsteps: 1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start , click Settings , and then click Printers . ● In Windows XP, click Start ...
Page 33 - Software for Macintosh; HP Toolbox
Select a printer driver based on the way you use the device. ● Use the PCL 6 printer driver to take full advantage of the device features. ● Use the PostScript (PS) printer driver for compatibility with PS needs. Certain devicefeatures are not available in this printer driver. The device automatical...
Page 34 - Software installation; Typical installation
Note For Macintosh computers, HP Toolbox is not supported. Embedded Web server (EWS) The EWS is a Web-based interface that provides simple access to device status and deviceconfigurations, including network configurations and Smart Printing Supplies (SPS)functionality. You can gain access to the EWS...
Page 35 - Minimum installation
This is the recommended installation option. Select this option to install the software neededto print and scan from your computer, plus the following programs: ● HP Toolbox: This program lets you easily monitor and set up the device settings fromyour computer, and it offers device Help and troubles...
Page 36 - Uninstalling the printing software; Using Add or Remove Programs to uninstall
Uninstalling the printing software Uninstall software by using the following directions for your operating system. Using Add or Remove Programs to uninstall Use the Add or Remove Programs method in Windows to remove the device software. This method does not require you to have the software CD. 1. Cl...
Page 37 - Media specifications
3 Media specifications This section contains information about specifications for the quality of media, guidelines formedia usage, and guidelines for media storage. ● General guidelines ● Supported media weights and sizes ● Printing and storage environment ENWW 21
Page 39 - Supported media weights and sizes
Supported media weights and sizes For optimum results, use conventional 75 to 90 g/m 2 (20 to 24 lb) photocopy paper. Verify that the paper is of good quality and is free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust,wrinkles, curls, and bent edges. Note The device supports a wide range of sta...
Page 41 - Printing and storage environment
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 absorbs and loses moisture rapidly. Heat works with humidity to damage paper. Heat causes the moisture in paper to evaporate,wh...
Page 44 - Loading tray 1; To load tray 1
Loading trays Load special print media, such as envelopes, labels, and transparencies, in tray 1 only. Note Because tray 2 is not included for all models, it is referred to as optional tray 2 in thisdocumentation. Loading tray 1 Tray 1 (the multipurpose tray) holds up to 125 sheets of paper or other...
Page 45 - Loading optional tray 2; To load optional tray 2
5. Slide the media-width guides inward until they lightly touch the print media stack on both sides without bending it. Make sure that the print media fits under the tabs on the media-width guides. CAUTION Wait for the printer to finish printing before closing tray 1. Closing the tray before the pri...
Page 46 - Loading documents to scan; To load originals onto the flatbed scanner
3. Extend the paper-length adjustment control at the rear of the tray until the arrow on the markings on the tray points to the size that you are loading. 4. Load the paper. If this is special paper such as letterhead, load it with the side to be printed upon face-down and the top edge toward the fr...
Page 47 - To load originals into the automatic document feeder (ADF)
To load originals into the automatic document feeder (ADF) Note The ADF capacity is up to 50 sheets of 75 g/m 2 (20 lb) media. The minimum size for media in the ADF is 127 by 127 mm (5 by 5 inches). For smaller sizes,use the flatbed scanner. The maximum size for media in the ADF is 216 by 381 mm (8....
Page 48 - Using the device control panel; Changing the device control-panel display language; To change the device control-panel display language; Changing the default media size; To change the default media size
Using the device control panel You can configure settings at the device control panel. Changing the device control-panel display language Use this procedure to print reports or to display messages on the device control-paneldisplay in a language other than the default for your country/region. To cha...
Page 49 - Changing the default paper tray configuration; Using the device volume controls
Changing the default paper tray configuration The default tray configurations (size and type) are set to Any , which means that any type and any size of supported media can be printed from that tray. Configure your trays for thesize and type using the following instructions only if you regularly nee...
Page 50 - To change the alarm volume; To change the volume for the fax; To change the ring volume of the fax
To change the alarm volume The alarm sounds when the device is presenting an alert or critical error message. Thealarm duration length is either one or three seconds, depending on the type of error. 1. Press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select System setup , and then press E NTER . ...
Page 51 - To change the device control panel key-press volume
To change the device control panel key-press volume The key-press volume controls the sound that is made when a device control-panel button ispressed. 1. Press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select System setup , and then press E NTER . 3. Use the < or the > button to select Vol...
Page 53 - Printing
5 Printing This section provides information about common printing tasks. ● Printing from Windows ● Printing from the Macintosh OS ● Printer drivers ● Maximizing print speed for letter-size paper ● Selecting an output location ● Setting a custom paper size ● Printing on special media ● Printing on d...
Page 54 - Printing from Windows; To print from Windows
Printing from Windows To print from Windows 1. Make sure that print media is loaded in the printer. 2. At your computer, open a document. 3. On the File menu, click Page Setup or a similar command. Make sure that the settings are correct for this document. 4. From the File menu, click Print , Print ...
Page 55 - Printing from the Macintosh OS; To print from the Macintosh OS
Printing from the Macintosh OS To print from the Macintosh OS 1. Make sure that paper is loaded in the printer. 2. On the File menu, click Page Setup . 3. Make sure that this printer is selected on the Format for pop-up menu. 4. Select the size of paper onto which you are printing. 5. Select the Ori...
Page 56 - Selecting a source
Printer drivers Using the PCL printer-driver Help (Windows only) When you are in the printer driver, you can use its Help, which is separate from the Help in aprogram. You can activate Help for the printer driver in two ways. ● Click the Help button anywhere it appears in the printer driver. The Hel...
Page 57 - Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper (N-up printing)
Printing in grayscale If you have a document that you created in color, it will automatically print in color. Or, youcan set the printer to print a color document in grayscale (black and white) only. ● Windows: Select the Print In Grayscale option on the Color tab of the printer driver. ● Mac OS: In...
Page 59 - Maximizing print speed for letter-size paper
Maximizing print speed for letter-size paper The printer can print at 20 ppm in black on letter-size paper. When printing letter-size pagesfrom tray 2, this happens automatically. For tray 1, the printer is set at the factory to print 19 ppm in black on letter-size paper. Toachieve a print speed of ...
Page 60 - Selecting an output location
Selecting an output location The printer comes with the top output bin and a rear output door for printing to a straight-through paper path. Print jobs emerge from the top output bin when the rear output door isclosed. Print jobs emerge from the back of the printer when the rear output door is open....
Page 61 - Setting a custom paper size
Setting a custom paper size Use the Custom Paper feature to set up the printer to print to sizes other than standard ones. ● Windows: Try to set this setting from one of these locations, in this order: the Page Setup dialog box in the program, the Print dialog box in the program, or the Paper tab in...
Page 62 - Glossy paper; Colored paper
Printing on special media Use these guidelines when printing on special types of media. Note Use the rear output door (straight-through paper path) when printing on special media. Glossy paper ● In either the software application or the driver, select Glossy as the media type, or print from a tray t...
Page 63 - Envelopes; Heavy paper
● When duplex printing on the HP Color LaserJet 2820/2830/2840 all-in-one, loadpreprinted forms and letterhead into tray 2 first side up, top edge toward the back of thetray. To load preprinted forms and letterhead into tray 1, load them with the first sidedown, bottom edge in first. ● When simplex ...
Page 64 - HP LaserJet Tough paper; Labels; Transparencies
HP LaserJet Tough paper When printing on HP LaserJet Tough paper, use the following guidelines: ● Handle HP LaserJet Tough paper using the edges. Oils from your fingers deposited onHP LaserJet Tough paper can cause print quality problems. ● Use only HP LaserJet Tough paper with this printer. Hewlett...
Page 65 - Printing on different paper for the first page
Printing on different paper for the first page Printing on different paper for the first page is useful if, for example, you are printing a letterthat uses letterhead on the first page and plain sheets for the subsequent pages. The sizefor all pages of the print job must be the same in the printer d...
Page 66 - To duplex manually
Printing on both sides (duplexing manually) To print on both sides of the paper, you have to return to the printer and reinsert the papermanually after the first side has printed. CAUTION Do not print on both sides of labels or transparencies. Damage to the printer and jams mightresult. Note Macinto...
Page 67 - Printing booklets; To print booklets
Printing booklets Note Printing booklets is not supported for Macintosh. You can print booklets on letter, legal, or A4 print media. To print booklets 1. Load the print media in the media input tray. 2. In the software program, open the device properties (printer driver). 3. On the Finishing tab, se...
Page 69 - Canceling a print job
Canceling a print job If your print job is currently printing, you can cancel it by pressing C ANCEL on the device control panel. CAUTION Pressing C ANCEL clears the job that the device is currently processing. If more than one process is running (for example, the device is printing a document while...
Page 71 - Printing with color
6 Printing with color This chapter describes how the device provides great color printing. This chapter alsodescribes ways to produce the best possible color prints. The following topics are covered: ● Changing the color settings ● Using color ● Managing color options ● Matching colors ENWW 55
Page 73 - Using color; Media selection
Using color This device offers great color as soon as you set it up. It provides a combination of automaticcolor features to generate excellent color results for the general user, plus sophisticatedtools for the experienced color user. The device provides carefully designed and tested color tables t...
Page 74 - Print in Grayscale; Manual color options
Managing color options Setting color options to Automatic typically produces the best possible print quality for color documents. However, in some situations, you might want to print a color document ingrayscale (black and shades of gray) or to change one of the device color options. ● Windows: Prin...
Page 76 - Matching colors
Matching colors The process of matching device output color to your computer screen is quite complexbecause printers and computer monitors use different methods of producing color. Monitors display colors by light pixels using an RGB (red, green, and blue) color process, but printers print colors us...
Page 77 - Copy
7 Copy Use these instructions to perform copying tasks with the device: ● Starting a copy job ● Canceling a copy job ● Adjusting the copy quality ● Adjusting the lighter/darker (contrast) setting ● Reducing or enlarging copies ● Changing the copy-collation setting ● Changing the number of copies ● C...
Page 78 - Starting a copy job
Starting a copy job To make copies with the device, use the following instructions. 1. Load your original document onto the flatbed scanner face-down (one page at a time) with the upper-left corner of the document located in the lower-right corner of the glass. OR Load your original document face-up...
Page 79 - Canceling a copy job
Canceling a copy job To cancel a copy job, press C ANCEL on the device control panel. If more than one process is running, pressing C ANCEL clears the process that currently appears on the device control- panel display. Note If you cancel a copy job, clear the original document from the flatbed scan...
Page 80 - Adjusting the copy quality; To adjust the copy quality for the current job; To adjust the default copy quality
Adjusting the copy quality The factory-set default for copy quality is Text . This setting is the best for items that contain mostly text. When making a copy of a photo or graphic, you can select the Photo setting to increase the quality of your copy. Select the Mixed setting for documents that incl...
Page 81 - To adjust the lighter/darker setting for the current job; To adjust the default lighter/darker setting
Adjusting the lighter/darker (contrast) setting The lighter/darker setting affects the lightness or darkness (contrast) of the copy. Use thefollowing procedure to change the contrast for the current copy job only. To adjust the lighter/darker setting for the current job 1. On the device control pane...
Page 82 - Reducing or enlarging copies
Reducing or enlarging copies The device can reduce copies to as little as 25% of the original or enlarge copies to as muchas 400% of the original. It can also make the following reductions or enlargementsautomatically: ● Original=100% ● Lgl > Ltr=78% ● Lgl > A4=83% ● A4 > Ltr=94% ● Ltr >...
Page 83 - To reduce or enlarge copies for the current job
To reduce or enlarge copies for the current job To reduce or enlarge copies for the current job only, use the following instructions. 1. On the device control panel, press R EDUCE /E NLARGE . 2. Select the size to which you would like to reduce or enlarge the copies in this job. You can select one o...
Page 84 - To change the default copy size
To change the default copy size Note The default copy size is the size to which copies are normally reduced or enlarged. If youkeep the factory default size setting of Original=100% , all copies will be the same size as the original document. 1. Press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to se...
Page 85 - Changing the copy-collation setting; To change the default copy-collation setting
Changing the copy-collation setting You can set the device to automatically collate multiple copies into sets. For example, if youare making two copies of three pages and the automatic collation is on, the pages print inthis order: 1,2,3,1,2,3. If automatic collation is off, the pages print in this ...
Page 86 - Changing the number of copies; To change the number of copies for the current job; To change the default number of copies
Changing the number of copies You can choose to have the default number of copies be any number from 1 to 99. To change the number of copies for the current job 1. Use the alphanumeric buttons to type the number of copies (between 1 and 99) that you want to make for your current job. 2. Press S TART...
Page 87 - To copy a photo; To copy a multiple-page stack of two-sided originals
Copying photos, two-sided originals, or books To copy a photo Note Photos should be copied from the flatbed scanner, not from the automatic document feeder(ADF). 1. Place the photo on the flatbed scanner with the picture-side down and the upper-left corner of the photo in the lower-right corner of t...
Page 88 - To copy a book
5. Collate the odd- and even-numbered printed copies. To copy a book 1. Lift the lid and place the book on the flatbed scanner with the page that you want to copy at the lower-right corner of the glass. 2. Gently close the lid. 3. Gently press down on the lid to press the book to the flatbed scanner...
Page 89 - Fax
8 Fax Use the following instructions to perform fax tasks: ● Specifying the fax settings ● Sending faxes ● Using manual dial ● Redialing manually ● Canceling a fax job ● Sending faxes by using the software ● Receiving faxes ● Sending a fax by dialing from a telephone ● Changing the default light/dar...
Page 91 - Specifying the fax settings; To enter text from the control panel
Specifying the fax settings Before you can begin using the device fax features, you must complete the following tasks: ● Setting the time and date ● Setting the fax header Note If you are installing the device software on your computer, you can skip the remaininginstructions in this chapter. The sof...
Page 92 - To set the time and date; To set the fax header
To set the time and date To set or change the time and date, use the following steps. If you need help entering anyinformation, see To enter text from the control panel . 1. On the device control panel, press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select Time/Date,Header , and then press E NT...
Page 93 - Sending faxes; To adjust the resolution for the current fax job; To send a fax to one recipient
Sending faxes This section describes how to fax a document. To adjust the resolution for the current fax job 1. On the device control panel, press R ESOLUTION to show the current resolution setting. 2. Use the < or the > button to select the appropriate resolution setting. 3. Press E NTER to s...
Page 94 - To send a fax to multiple recipients; To send a fax by using a group-dial entry
To send a fax to multiple recipients You can send a fax to several fax numbers at once. If you want to send a fax to a group offax numbers that you have assigned to a group-dial entry, see To send a fax by using a group-dial entry . If you want to send a fax to a group of numbers (maximum of 20) tha...
Page 95 - To send a fax to a group manually (ad hoc faxing)
To send a fax to a group manually (ad hoc faxing) Use the following instructions to send a fax to a group of recipients that has not beenassigned a group-dial entry: 1. Load the document into the automatic document feeder (ADF) input tray or onto the flatbed scanner. 2. On the device control panel, ...
Page 96 - Using manual dial; To use manual dial with the automatic document feeder (ADF)
Using manual dial Usually, the device dials after you press S TART F AX . At times, however, you might want the device to dial each number as you press it. For example, if you are charging your fax call toa calling card, you might need to dial the fax number, wait for the acceptance tone of yourtele...
Page 97 - Redialing manually; To redial manually
Redialing manually If you want to send another document to the last fax number that was dialed, use thefollowing procedure to redial manually. If you are trying to resend the same document thatyou sent the first time, wait until the automatic redial attempts have stopped or until you havestopped the...
Page 98 - To cancel the current fax job
Canceling a fax job Use these instructions to cancel a single fax that is currently dialing or a fax that is beingtransmitted or received. To cancel the current fax job Press C ANCEL on the control panel. Any pages that have not been transmitted are canceled. Pressing C ANCEL also stops group-dial j...
Page 99 - Sending faxes by using the software; To send a fax from the software (Windows 2000 or XP)
Sending faxes by using the software This section contains basic instructions for sending faxes by using the software that camewith the device. All other software-related topics are covered in the software Help, which canbe opened from the software-program Help menu. Note The fax software and HP Tool...
Page 101 - Receiving faxes; To receive faxes when you hear fax tones
Receiving faxes You can receive faxes to the device or to your computer. In general, incoming faxes to thedevice are automatically answered. However, if you change the devices that are connectedto the same telephone line as the device, you must change how the device answersincoming faxes. See Settin...
Page 102 - Sending a fax by dialing from a telephone; To send a fax by dialing from a telephone
Sending a fax by dialing from a telephone Occasionally, you might want to dial a fax number from a telephone that is connected to thesame line as the device. For example, if you are sending a fax to a person whose device isin the manual receive mode, you can precede the fax with a voice call to let ...
Page 104 - Changing the default resolution setting; To change the default resolution setting
Changing the default resolution setting Resolution, in dots per inch (dpi), affects the quality of faxed documents. It also affects thetransmission speed as a higher resolution produces a larger file, which requires more time totransmit. The factory-set default resolution setting is Fine . Use this ...
Page 105 - Changing the default glass-size setting; To change the default glass-size setting
Changing the default glass-size setting This setting determines which paper size the flatbed scanner scans when you send a faxfrom the scanner. The factory-set default is determined by the region/country in which youpurchased the device. To change the default glass-size setting 1. On the device cont...
Page 106 - Selecting tone-dialing or pulse-dialing mode
Selecting tone-dialing or pulse-dialing mode Use this procedure to set the device to tone-dialing or pulse-dialing mode. The factory-setdefault is Tone . Do not change this setting unless you know that your telephone line cannot use tone dialing. To select tone-dialing or pulse-dialing 1. On the dev...
Page 107 - Changing the redial settings
Changing the redial settings If the device was unable to send a fax because the receiving fax machine did not answer orwas busy, the device attempts to redial based on the redial-on-busy, redial-on-no-answer,and redial-on-communication-error options. Use the procedures in this section to turn theseo...
Page 108 - Receiving faxes to your computer; To turn off the receive-to-PC setting from the control panel
Receiving faxes to your computer To receive faxes to your computer, you must turn on the receive-to-PC setting in thesoftware (see the device software Help). The receive-to-PC setting can be activated onlyfrom one computer. If for any reason that computer is no longer available, you can use thefollo...
Page 109 - To set the answer mode
Setting the answer mode Depending on your situation, you can set the device answer mode to Automatic or Manual . The factory-set default is Automatic . ● Automatic: In this answer mode, the device answers incoming calls after a specified number of rings or upon recognition of special fax tones. To s...
Page 110 - Changing ring patterns for call answering; To change ring patterns for call answering
Changing ring patterns for call answering Ring-pattern or distinctive-ring service is available through some local telephone companies.The service allows you to have more than one telephone number on a single line. Eachtelephone number has a unique ring pattern, so that you can answer voice calls an...
Page 112 - Changing autoreduction settings for incoming faxes; To change autoreduction for incoming faxes
Changing autoreduction settings for incoming faxes If the fit-to-page option is turned on, the device automatically reduces long faxes up to 75percent to fit the information on the default paper size (for example, the fax is reduced fromlegal to letter size). If the fit-to-page option is turned off,...
Page 113 - Blocking or unblocking fax numbers; To block or unblock a fax number
Blocking or unblocking fax numbers If you do not want to receive faxes from specific people or businesses, you can block asmany as 30 fax numbers by using the control panel. When you block a fax number andsomeone from that number sends you a fax, the control-panel display indicates that thenumber is...
Page 114 - To program speed-dial entries and one-touch keys
About speed-dial entries, one-touch keys, and group-dial entries You can store frequently dialed fax numbers or groups of fax numbers as one-touch keys,speed-dial entries, or group-dial entries. In the device phone book, a total of 120 entries are available for speed-dial entries andgroup-dial entri...
Page 115 - To delete speed-dial entries and one-touch keys; To program speed-dial entries or one-touch keys quickly; To manage group-dial entries
To delete speed-dial entries and one-touch keys 1. On the device control panel, press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select Fax setup , and then press E NTER . 3. Press E NTER to select Phone Book . 4. Press E NTER to select Individual setup . 5. Use the < or the > button to sel...
Page 116 - To delete group-dial entries
Note Speed-dial entries, one-touch keys, and group-dial entries are more easily programmed fromthe software. For instructions about programming speed-dial entries, one-touch keys, andgroup-dial entries by using the HP Toolbox, see the HP Toolbox online Help. To program group-dial entries 1. Assign a...
Page 117 - To delete an individual from a group-dial entry; To delete all phone book entries
To delete an individual from a group-dial entry 1. On the device control panel, press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select Fax setup , and then press E NTER . 3. Press E NTER to select Phone Book . 4. Use the < or the > button to select Group setup , and then press E NTER . 5. ...
Page 118 - To insert a pause
Using dialing characters When using the control panel to enter your name in the header or to enter a name for a one-touch key, speed-dial entry, or group-dial entry, press the appropriate alphanumeric buttonrepeatedly until the letter that you need appears. Then, press the > button to select that...
Page 119 - Inserting a dial prefix; To set the dial prefix
Inserting a dial prefix A dial prefix is a number or group of numbers that are automatically added to the beginningof every fax number you enter at the control panel or from the software. The maximumnumber of characters for a dial prefix is 50. The default setting is Off . You might want to turn thi...
Page 120 - Sending a delayed fax; To send a delayed fax
Sending a delayed fax You can schedule a fax to be sent automatically at a future time to one or more people.When you complete this procedure, the device scans the document into memory and returnsto the Ready state so that you can perform other tasks. Note If the device cannot transmit the fax at th...
Page 122 - Using billing codes; To change the billing-code setting
Using billing codes If the billing codes feature has been turned on, the user will be asked to enter a billing codefor each fax. The billing number is credited for each fax page that is sent. This includes alltypes of faxes except for poll-received, fax-forwarded, or computer-downloaded faxes. Foran...
Page 123 - Reprinting a fax; To reprint a fax; To change the fax reprint settings
Reprinting a fax If you want to reprint a fax because the print cartridge was empty or if the fax was printed onthe wrong type of media, you can try to reprint it. The amount of memory that is availabledetermines the actual number of faxes that are stored for reprinting. The most recent faxprints fi...
Page 124 - To delete faxes from memory
Deleting faxes from memory Use this procedure only if you are concerned that someone else has access to your deviceand might try to reprint faxes from the memory. CAUTION In addition to clearing the reprint memory, this procedure clears any fax that is currentlybeing sent, unsent faxes that are pend...
Page 125 - Using fax forwarding; To use fax forwarding
Using fax forwarding You can set your device to forward incoming faxes to another fax number. When the faxarrives at your device, it is stored in the memory. The device then dials the fax number thatyou have specified and sends the fax. If the device cannot forward a fax because of an error(for exam...
Page 126 - To make an extension telephone available to receive faxes
Making an extension telephone available to receive faxes With this setting turned on, you can alert the device to pick up the incoming fax call bypressing 1-2-3 sequentially on the telephone keypad (in tone-dial mode only). The defaultsetting is On . Turn this setting off only if you use pulse diali...
Page 127 - Using fax polling; To poll (request a fax from) another fax machine
Using fax polling If someone else has set up a fax to be polled, you can request that the fax be sent to yourdevice. (This is known as polling another machine). To poll (request a fax from) another fax machine 1. On the device control panel, press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select...
Page 128 - Changing the silence-detect mode; To change the silence-detect mode
Changing the silence-detect mode This setting controls whether or not you can receive faxes from older-model fax machinesthat do not emit a fax signal during fax transmissions. At the time of this publication, thesesilent-model fax machines represented very few of the fax machines in use. The defaul...
Page 129 - Creating stamp-received faxes; To make stamp-received faxes available
Creating stamp-received faxes The device prints the sender identification information at the top of each received fax. Youcan also choose to have your own header information included on each received fax toconfirm the date and time that the fax was received. The factory-set default for stamp-receive...
Page 130 - To change the error-correction setting
Setting the fax-error-correction mode Usually, the device monitors the signals on the telephone line while it is sending or receivinga fax. If the device detects an error during the transmission and the error-correction setting is On , the device can request that the portion of the fax be resent. Th...
Page 131 - Changing the V.34 setting; To change the V.34 setting
Changing the V.34 setting The V.34 setting is the modem protocol that the device uses to send faxes. It is theworldwide standard for full-duplex modems that send and receive data across telephonelines at up to 33,600 bits per second (bps). The factory-set default for the V.34 setting is On . You sho...
Page 133 - Scan
9 Scan Use the following instructions to perform scanning tasks: ● Understanding scanning methods ● Scanning from the device control panel (Windows) ● Canceling a scan job ● Scanning by using HP Director (Windows) ● Scanning from the device and HP Director (Macintosh) ● Scanning by using TWAIN-compl...
Page 134 - Understanding scanning methods
Understanding scanning methods You can scan an item in the following ways. ● Scan from the device: Start scanning directly from the device by using the device control-panel scan buttons. The S CAN T O button can be programmed to scan to a folder (Windows only) or to scan to e-mail. Note The HP Color...
Page 135 - Scanning to a folder
Scanning from the device control panel (Windows) Note Macintosh users: For information about starting a scan from the device control panel, see Scanning from the device and HP Director (Macintosh) . Use the following instructions to scan directly from the device control panel. Note For the best scan...
Page 137 - Canceling a scan job
Canceling a scan job To cancel a scan job, use one of the following procedures. ● On the device control panel, press C ANCEL . ● Click the Cancel button in the onscreen dialog box. If you cancel a scan job, remove the original from the flatbed scanner or from the automaticdocument feeder (ADF) input...
Page 138 - To view HP Director
Scanning by using HP Director (Windows) Use the HP Director software program to scan a document or photo. To view HP Director ● Double-click the HP Director icon on the Windows desktop. OR ● On the Windows taskbar, click Start , click Programs (or All Programs in Windows XP), click HP , and then cli...
Page 142 - Scanning by using TWAIN-compliant and WIA-compliant software; Using TWAIN-compliant and WIA-compliant software; Scanning from a TWAIN-enabled program
Scanning by using TWAIN-compliant and WIA-compliant software The device is TWAIN-compliant and Windows Imaging Application (WIA)-compliant. Thedevice works with Windows-based and Macintosh-based programs that support TWAIN-compliant or WIA-compliant scanning devices. Using TWAIN-compliant and WIA-co...
Page 143 - Scanning a photo or a book; Scanning a photo; Scanning a book
Scanning a photo or a book Use the following procedures to scan a photo or a book. Scanning a photo 1. Place the photo on the flatbed scanner with the picture-side down and the upper-left corner of the photo in the lower-right corner of the glass. 2. Gently close the lid. 3. You are now ready to sca...
Page 145 - Scanning by using optical character recognition (OCR) software; Readiris
Scanning by using optical character recognition (OCR) software You can use third-party OCR software to import scanned text into your preferred word-processing program for editing. Readiris The device software CD-ROMs include the Readiris OCR program. If you want to use theReadiris program, install i...
Page 146 - Scanner resolution and color; Resolution and color guidelines
Scanner resolution and color If you are printing a scanned image, and the quality is not what you expected, you mighthave selected a resolution or color setting in the scanner software that does not match yourneeds. Resolution and color affect the following features of scanned images: ● Image clarit...
Page 147 - Color
Intended use Recommended resolution Recommended color settings Display on screen 75 ppi ● Black and White for text ● Grayscale for graphics andphotos ● Color, if the image is in color Color You can set the color values to the following settings when scanning. Setting Recommended use Color Use this s...
Page 149 - Photo
10 Photo Note This section applies only to the HP Color LaserJet 2840 all-in-one printer, scanner, fax, copier. Use the following instructions to perform photo-related tasks: ● Inserting a memory card ● Changing default settings ● Changing job settings ● Printing photos directly from the memory card...
Page 150 - Inserting a memory card
Inserting a memory card The HP Color LaserJet 2840 all-in-one can read the following memory-card types: ● CompactFlash ● Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO ● MultiMedia ● Secure Digital (SD) ● SmartMedia ● xD Note The HP Color LaserJet 2840 all-in-one memory card reader recognizes only files in .JPEG...
Page 151 - Changing default settings
Changing default settings The HP Color LaserJet 2840 all-in-one comes with default settings that were set at thefactory. You can change the default settings for photo printing from the device control panel. Note The default settings remain as selected until you change and save them again. If you wan...
Page 153 - Printing photos directly from the memory card
Printing photos directly from the memory card To print photos directly from the memory card, complete the following steps: 1. Insert the memory card into the device. See Inserting a memory card . 2. Press P HOTO . 3. Use the < or the > button to select Print photos . 4. Use the < or the >...
Page 154 - Printing photos from a proof sheet
Printing photos from a proof sheet This feature allows you to print photos from a proof sheet that allows you to preview yourimages before printing them. A proof sheet can contain as many as 20 images. This featurehas been optimized and tested for use with Genuine HP Toner Supplies (variations in co...
Page 159 - Print on special media, such as glossy or photo paper
Print on special media, such as glossy or photo paper You can print on special media such as transparencies, labels, heavy paper, glossy paper,photo paper, and card stock, by using the optimizing feature in the printer driver. 1. Open the straight-through output door. 2. Load the media input tray. M...
Page 160 - Print on both sides of the paper; Print on envelopes and custom media sizes
Print on both sides of the paper To manually print on both sides of the paper, you must send the paper through the devicetwice. You can print by using the media output bin or the straight-through output path.Hewlett-Packard recommends that you use the media output bin for lightweight paper anduse th...
Page 163 - Set up the device and use it on the network
Network: How do I? Use this section to answer network questions. Set up the device and use it on the network Hewlett-Packard recommends that you use the HP software installer on the CD-ROMs thatcame with the device to set up printer drivers for the following network setups. To configure a network po...
Page 165 - Set my network password
Set my network password Use HP Toolbox to set a network password. 1. Open HP Toolbox and click Device Settings . 2. Click the Network Settings tab. Note If a password has been set for the device previously, you will be prompted to type thepassword. Type the password, and then click Apply . 3. Click ...
Page 166 - Print a particular photo from a memory card; Print all the photos that are stored on a memory card; Enable or disable memory cards
Photo: How do I? Use this section to answer photo and memory card questions. Print a particular photo from a memory card To print a particular photo directly from the memory card, complete the following steps: 1. Insert the memory card into the device. 2. Press P HOTO . 3. Use the < or the > b...
Page 167 - Use a proof sheet; Save photos from a memory card to my computer
Use a proof sheet This feature allows you to print photos from a proof sheet that allows you to preview yourimages before printing them. A proof sheet can contain as many as 20 images. This featurehas been optimized and tested for use with Genuine HP Toner Supplies (variations in colorshading can im...
Page 168 - Reduce or enlarge an original
Copy: How do I? Use this section to answer copying questions. Change the copy settings, such as number of copies, inHP Toolbox Note The changes that you make to the copy settings in HP Toolbox apply to all future copy jobs. 1. Open HP Toolbox and click Device Settings . 2. Click the Copy Settings ta...
Page 169 - Send a fax from the device
Fax: How do I? Use this section to answer fax questions. Send a fax from the device 1. Dial the fax number by using one of the following methods: Use the alphanumeric buttons on the device control panel to dial the number. If the fax number you are calling has been assigned to a one-touch key, press...
Page 170 - Create a fax cover page
To change default fax send settings 1. Open HP Toolbox and click Device Settings . 2. Click the Fax Settings tab, and then click Send Settings . 3. On the Send Settings page, you can modify these options: ● Resolution ● Redial ● Dial Mode ● Dial Prefix ● Detect Dial Tone ● Contrast ● Billing Codes ●...
Page 171 - Send a fax from my computer
To create a cover page template 1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start , click Programs (or All Programs in Windows XP), and then click HP . 2. Click HP LaserJet 2830 or HP LaserJet 2840 , and then click HP LaserJet Send Fax . 3. Click Cover Page . 4. Enter the following information about the recipi...
Page 172 - To send a fax from HP Toolbox; To send a fax from the HP LaserJet Send Fax software; Receive faxes to my computer
To send a fax from HP Toolbox 1. Open HP Toolbox and click the Fax tab. 2. Click Send Fax . The HP LaserJet Send Fax software opens. 3. Enter the recipient's phone number. 4. Put the pages that you want to fax into the automatic document feeder (ADF). Note Faxing from the scanner glass is not suppor...
Page 173 - Set up speed dials; To set up speed dials; Forward received faxes to another fax number
Set up speed dials The first several entries in the Fax Phone Book are reserved for speed-dial settings. The number of speed dials that are listed is device-specific, and corresponds to the number ofspeed-dial buttons on the device. To set up speed dials 1. Open HP Toolbox and click the Fax tab. 2. ...
Page 174 - View and print previously received faxes; Add or delete a contact; To add a contact
View and print previously received faxes 1. Open HP Toolbox and click the Fax tab. 2. Click Fax Receive Log . The Fax Receive Log page appears. This page shows all of the recent faxes that the device has received. Note Only faxes that were received to this computer can be viewed, printed, or forward...
Page 175 - To delete a contact; Import contacts from another source
To delete a contact 1. Open HP Toolbox and click the Fax tab. 2. Click Fax Phone Book . 3. Select the check box next to the phone book entry that you want to delete. 4. Click Delete . The Delete confirmation window appears. 5. Click Delete to delete the entry. Import contacts from another source You...
Page 176 - Create a new group list
Create a new group list 1. Open HP Toolbox and click the Fax tab. 2. Click Fax Phone Book . 3. Click New Group . The Fax Phone Book - Create a New Group page appears. 4. You can type a number in the Group information for the Fax Phone Book entry field. HP Toolbox automatically enters the next availa...
Page 178 - Scan from the device control panel; Set up the Scan to button on the control panel
Scan: How do I? Use this section to answer scanning questions. Scan from the device control panel 1. Load the originals that are to be scanned in the automatic document feeder (ADF) and adjust the media guides. OR Lift the flatbed scanner cover and load the original face-down on the glass, with theu...
Page 179 - Send a scan to an e-mail message; To add an e-mail address; To edit an e-mail address; Add or edit folders for scanning to a folder
Send a scan to an e-mail message Note You must have at least one e-mail address set up in HP Toolbox for this feature to work. Formore information, see the HP Toolbox online Help. 1. Load the originals that are to be scanned in the automatic document feeder (ADF) and adjust the media guides. OR Lift...
Page 180 - To add a folder; To edit a folder
To add a folder 1. Open HP Toolbox and click the Scan to tab. 2. On the Scan to E-mail or a Folder page, verify that Turn on Scan to E-mail or a Folder is selected. 3. In the Add E-mail Addresses or a Folder section, select Folder , and then click Browse . Browse to the folder on your computer to wh...
Page 181 - Maintain the device; Clean the paper path
Other: How do I? Use this section to answer other questions about the device. Receive toner warnings from the device at my computer Use HP Toolbox to set up the device so that it will issue pop-up alerts to your computerwhen a print cartridge level is low. 1. Open HP Toolbox and click the Alerts tab...
Page 182 - Restore factory-set default settings; View the control-panel menu items for the device; Replace print cartridges
Note This method is more thorough than the method of using the cleaning page from the devicecontrol panel. 1. Open HP Toolbox and click the Troubleshooting tab. 2. Click the Troubleshooting Tools link. 3. In the Cleaning Page section, click Print . The device prints a cleaning page. 4. At the device...
Page 184 - Replace the imaging drum
6. Squeeze the blue release levers on the print cartridge, holding it with the roller facing you. Lower the cartridge straight down into the carousel until it is firmly in place. ● If you need to replace another cartridge, close the top cover and the scannerassembly, press R OTATE C AROUSEL , and th...
Page 186 - Clear jams; To clear a media jam inside the device
10. Lower the imaging drum into the printer, and then press it firmly into place. 11. Close the top cover and the scanner assembly. Clear jams Occasionally, paper or other print media can become jammed during a print job. Completethe following tasks to clear media jams. To clear a media jam inside t...
Page 187 - To clear output area jams
3. Open the top cover, and then remove the image drum and set it aside. 4. With both hands, grasp the side of the media that is most visible (this includes the middle), and carefully pull it free from the device. 5. When you have removed the jammed media, replace the image drum, and close the top co...
Page 189 - To clear a media jam from the automatic document feeder (ADF)
3. Grasp the fuser handles and pull them to remove the fuser from the device. CAUTION The parts on the internal surface of the fuser are very hot. To avoid burning yourself, do nottouch those parts. 4. Using both hands, slowly and steadily remove any print media from inside the device. Then, careful...
Page 191 - Order new supplies
10. Close the ADF lid. Order new supplies You can order supplies by using HP Toolbox. To order supplies, complete the following steps. 1. Open HP Toolbox, and then, in the Other Links section, click Order Supplies . A new browser window appears. 2. Click Continue . The browser displays the HP orderi...
Page 194 - Information pages; Demo page; Usage page
Information pages Information pages reside within the device memory. These pages help you to diagnose andsolve problems with the device. Note If the printer language was not correctly set during installation, you can set the languagemanually so that the pages print in one of the supported languages....
Page 195 - Supplies Status page
3. Use the < or the > button to select Config report , and then press E NTER . 1. Product Information . This section contains basic information about the device, such as the product name and the serial number. 2. Memory . This section lists memory-related information, such as the total memory ...
Page 197 - To view HP Toolbox
HP Toolbox HP Toolbox is a Web application that you can use for the following tasks: ● Check the device status. ● Configure the device settings. ● View troubleshooting information. ● View online documentation. You can view HP Toolbox when the device is directly connected to your computer or when iti...
Page 199 - Troubleshooting tab
Note The HP Color LaserJet 2830 all-in-one printer, scanner, fax, copier has a S CAN TO EMAIL button that you can also set up with this tab. The Scan to tab contains links to the following main pages: ● Scan to E-mail or Folder . Activate or deactivate the scan-to feature. You also can add, edit, or...
Page 200 - Device Settings pages; System Settings tab
Device Settings pages When you click the Device Settings button, HP Toolbox displays the device settings available for your device. The Device Settings screen has the following tabs: ● System Settings ● Print Settings ● Fax Settings ● Copy Settings ● Network Settings Note Printer driver settings can...
Page 201 - HP Toolbox links
Fax Settings tab The Fax Settings tab contains links to the following main pages: ● General . Change such basic fax settings as the fax header and error reporting. ● Fax Send . Change such fax send settings as resolution and redial. ● Fax Receive . Change such fax receive settings as the answer mode...
Page 202 - To view Macintosh Configure Device
Macintosh Configure Device (Mac OS 10.2 and 10.3) Macintosh Configure Device is a Web application that you can use for the following tasks: ● Check the device status. ● Configure the device settings. Note Macintosh Configure Device is not supported for Mac OS 9.2.2. You can view Macintosh Configure ...
Page 203 - Features
Embedded Web server This device is equipped with an embedded Web server, which allows access to informationabout device and network activities. A Web server provides an environment in which webprograms may run, much in the same way that an operating system, such as Windows,provides an environment fo...
Page 204 - Fax logs and reports; To print the fax activity log; Printing a fax call report
Fax logs and reports Use the following instructions to print fax logs and reports: Printing the fax activity log The fax activity log provides a chronological history of the last 40 faxes that were received,sent, or deleted, and any errors that occurred. A fax activity log includes the followinginfo...
Page 205 - To print a fax call report; To set the print times for the fax call report
To print a fax call report 1. On the device control panel, press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select Reports , and then press E NTER . 3. Use the < or the > button to select Fax Call report , and then press E NTER . 4. Press E NTER to select Print report now . The device exits...
Page 206 - Including the first page of each fax on the fax call report; To include the first page of each fax on the fax call report; Printing a phone book report; To print a phone book report; To print the billing-code report
Including the first page of each fax on the fax call report If this option is turned on and the page image still exists in the device memory, the fax callreport includes a thumbnail (50-percent reduction) of the first page of the most recent faxthat was sent or received. The factory-set default for ...
Page 207 - To print the block-fax list; Printing all fax reports; To print all fax reports
To print the block-fax list 1. On the device control panel, press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select Reports , and then press E NTER . 3. Use the < or the > button to select Block Fax list , and then press E NTER . The device exits the menu settings and prints the list. Print...
Page 208 - Cleaning the device; To clean the exterior; To clean the lid backing
Cleaning the device The section contains information about cleaning the device. To clean the exterior Use a soft, damp, lint-free cloth to wipe dust, smudges, and stains off of the exterior of thedevice. To clean the scanner glass Dirty glass, from fingerprints, smudges, hair, and so on, slows down ...
Page 209 - Cleaning the paper path
2. Clean the white document lid backing by using a soft cloth or sponge that has been moistened with a mild soap and warm water. Also, clean the scanner strip next to theADF scanner glass. 3. Wash the backing gently to loosen debris; do not scrub the backing. 4. Dry the backing by using a chamois or...
Page 210 - To clean the paper path from HP Toolbox; To clean the paper path from the device control panel
To clean the paper path from HP Toolbox Use HP Toolbox to clean the paper path. This is the recommended cleaning method. If youdo not have access to HP Toolbox, use the method in To clean the paper path from the device control panel . 1. Make sure that the device is turned on and in the Ready state....
Page 211 - Changing the automatic document feeder (ADF); To change the ADF
Changing the automatic document feeder (ADF) If the ADF is damaged or not working, you can replace it. For information about orderingsupplies, see Accessories and ordering information . To change the ADF 1. At the device, open the ADF cover. 2. Disconnect the connector by squeezing the tabs together...
Page 213 - To change the ADF pickup roller assembly
Changing the automatic document feeder (ADF) pickup rollerassembly To change the ADF pickup roller assembly If your automatic document feeder (ADF) has trouble feeding paper, you can replace theADF pickup roller assembly. See Accessories and ordering information to order an ADF pickup roller assembl...
Page 215 - To clean the ADF pickup roller assembly
Cleaning the automatic document feeder (ADF) pickup rollerassembly To clean the ADF pickup roller assembly If your automatic document feeder (ADF) has trouble feeding paper, you can clean the ADFpickup roller assembly. To clean the assembly, use the following procedure: 1. Turn off the device and un...
Page 218 - To check status and order supplies by using the control panel; To check status and order supplies by using HP Toolbox
Checking status and ordering supplies You can check the supplies status by using the printer control panel, printing a SuppliesStatus page, or viewing the HP Toolbox. Hewlett-Packard recommends that you place anorder for a replacement print cartridge when you first receive the Low message for a prin...
Page 219 - Storing supplies
Storing supplies Follow these guidelines for storing print cartridges and the imaging drum: ● Do not remove the print cartridge or imaging drum from its package until you are readyto use it. CAUTION To prevent damage, do not expose the print cartridge or imaging drum to light for more thana few minu...
Page 221 - HP policy on non-HP supplies; Resetting the printer for non-HP supplies
HP policy on non-HP supplies Hewlett-Packard Company cannot recommend the use of non-HP supplies, either new orremanufactured. Because they are not HP products, HP cannot influence their design orcontrol their quality. Service or repairs required as a result of using a non-HP supply will not be cove...
Page 223 - Changing a print cartridge; To replace a print cartridge
Changing a print cartridge To replace a print cartridge 1. Push the scanner-release button to open the scanner assembly. 2. Open the top cover. 3. Make sure that the correct print-cartridge slot is in the access position. ● If the correct print-cartridge slot is not in the access position, close the...
Page 225 - Changing the imaging drum; To change the imaging drum
Changing the imaging drum To change the imaging drum 1. Push the scanner-release button to open the scanner assembly. 2. Open the top cover. 3. Grasp the imaging drum handle, and then rotate the drum until the handle is at the top. 4. Lift the imaging drum straight up to remove it from the device. 5...
Page 227 - Troubleshooting
14 Troubleshooting This troubleshooting information is organized to help you resolve printing problems. Choosethe general topic or type of problem from the following list. ● Support strategy ● Troubleshooting process ● Control panel messages ● Clearing jams ● Print problems ● Scan problems ● Copy pr...
Page 228 - Support strategy
Support strategy This device has a one-year limited warranty. Warranty service and support options mightvary depending on your country/region. Please refer to the support flyer that came in yourbox for contact information, or visit http://www.hp.com . You can find additional support information in S...
Page 229 - Troubleshooting process; Troubleshooting checklist
Troubleshooting process Use the troubleshooting checklist to solve issues with the device. Troubleshooting checklist Follow the steps below when trying to solve a problem with the device. Stepnumber Verification step Possible problems Solutions 1 Is the power on? When the device isconnected to a gro...
Page 233 - Control panel messages
Control panel messages The majority of the control-panel messages are intended to guide the user through typicaloperation. The control-panel messages indicate the status of the current operation, andinclude a page count on the second line of the display, if appropriate. When the device isreceiving f...
Page 244 - Clearing jams; Media jams occur in the device; Tips to avoid media jams; Where to look for jams
Clearing jams This section contains instructions for clearing jams from the device. Media jams occur in the device Occasionally, paper or other print media can become jammed during a print job. Somecauses include the following events: ● The input trays are loaded improperly or overfilled, or the med...
Page 247 - Media jams occur in the automatic document feeder (ADF)
If the jam is too far into the device to remove, you might have to remove the fuser. To do so,complete the following steps. 1. Turn off the device, and then disconnect the power cable. 2. Rotate the locks on the fuser to the unlocked position. 3. Grasp the fuser handles and pull them to remove the f...
Page 250 - Print problems; Print quality problems; Improving print quality
Print problems Print quality problems Occasionally, you might encounter problems with print quality. The information in thefollowing sections helps you identify and resolve these issues. Note If you are having copy problems, see Copy problems . Improving print quality Use the print-quality settings ...
Page 251 - Identifying and correcting print defects
Identifying and correcting print defects Use the checklist and print-quality issues charts in this section to solve print-quality problems. Print-quality checklist General print-quality problems can be solved by using the following checklist: 1. Make sure that the paper or print media that you are u...
Page 259 - Media-handling problems; Print-media guidelines
Problem Cause Solution The colors on the printed pagedo not match the colors as theyappear on the screen. The colors on your computermonitor might differ from thedevice output. Select Screen Match in the Color tab of the printer driver. The printer driver might affectcolor printing. Try printing fro...
Page 260 - Solving print-media problems
● Do not use raised or embossed letterhead. ● The device uses heat and pressure to fuse toner to the paper. Make sure that anycolored paper or preprinted forms use inks that are compatible with this fusingtemperature (210°C or 410°F for 0.2 second). CAUTION Failure to follow these guidelines could c...
Page 261 - Performance problems
Problem Cause Solution More than one sheet feeds atone time. The media tray might beoverloaded. Remove some of the mediafrom the tray. See Loading trays . The media might be wrinkled,folded, or damaged. Verify that the media is notwrinkled, folded, or damaged.Try printing on media from anew or diffe...
Page 263 - Scan problems; Solving scanned image problems
Scan problems This section helps you identify and resolve scanning problems. Solving scanned image problems Use the table below to solve image-scan issues. Problem Cause Solution The scanned image is of poorquality. The original might be a second-generation photo or picture. ● To eliminate the patte...
Page 265 - Scan quality problems; Preventing problems
Problem Cause Solution The scan takes too long The resolution or color level isset too high. Change the resolution andcolor level settings to thecorrect settings for your job.See Scanner resolution and color . The software is set to scan incolor. The system default is color,which takes longer to sca...
Page 266 - Solving scan-quality problems
Solving scan-quality problems Problem Cause Solution Blank pages The original might have beenloaded upside down. In the automatic documentfeeder (ADF), put the top endof the stack of originals into theADF input tray, with the mediastack face-up and the first pageto be scanned on top of thestack. On ...
Page 267 - Image problems
Copy problems This section helps you identify and resolve copying problems. Preventing problems The following are a few simple steps you can take to improve copy quality: ● Copy from the flatbed scanner. This will produce a higher quality copy than copying fromthe automatic document feeder (ADF). ● ...
Page 272 - Fax problems; Problems receiving faxes
Fax problems This section helps you identify and resolve fax problems. Problems receiving faxes Use the table in this section to solve problems that might occur when receiving faxes. Note You must use the fax cord that came with the device in order to ensure that the devicefunctions correctly. Probl...
Page 275 - Problems sending faxes
Problem Cause Solution Received faxes are too light orare printing only on half of thepage. The device ran out of tonerwhile printing a fax. The device stores the mostrecently printed faxes. (Theamount of memory that isavailable determines the actualnumber of faxes stored forreprinting.) As soon asp...
Page 280 - Missing or wrong files; Index page not printing; Proof sheet not printing
Memory card problems This section helps you identify and resolve memory card-related problems. Note For help with control-panel error messages while printing from a memory card, see Control panel messages . Missing or wrong files Use the table in this section to solve problems with memory-card files...
Page 281 - Proof sheet not scanning; Issues with photo printing
Problem Cause Solution The proof sheet will not print. The memory card might havebeen removed before thedevice could print the page. Reinsert the card and reprintthe proof sheet. You might have inserted morethan one memory card. Only one card slot can beoccupied for the device todetect JPEG files. V...
Page 284 - Device pages and reports; Fax reports
Troubleshooting tools The section describes the tools that can help you solve problems with your device. Device pages and reports This section describes the pages and reports that help you diagnose and solve problemswith the device. Demo page To print the Demo page, complete the following steps. 1. ...
Page 286 - Service menu; Restoring the factory-set defaults
To print a billing-code report 1. On the device control panel, press M ENU . 2. Use the < or the > button to select Reports , and then press E NTER . 3. Use the < or the > button to select Billing report , and then press E NTER . The device exits the menu settings and prints the report. ...
Page 288 - Was the device exposed to an electric or magnetic field?
● Identification is the phone number to which a fax is sent. ● Result explains the status of the fax: ● “OK” means that the fax was successful. ● “Pending” faxes are in memory or are printing. ● An error code means that your device might need service. Contact HP CustomerCare. See Service and support...
Page 290 - Supplies
Supplies Product name Description Part number Black print cartridge Life of 5,000 pages at 5percent coverage. Q3960A Cyan print cartridge Life of 4,000 pages at 5percent coverage. Q3961A Yellow print cartridge Life of 4,000 pages at 5percent coverage. Q3962A Magenta print cartridge Life of 4,000 pag...
Page 291 - Memory
Memory Product name Description Part number Memory upgrades (DIMMs) The standard 96 MB ofmemory in the device can beexpanded to up to 224 MBusing the additional DIMM slot. 32 MB C7845A Memory upgrades (DIMMs) 64 MB C9680A Memory upgrades (DIMMs) 128 MB C9121A Font DIMM (100-pin) You can install an 8...
Page 292 - Cable and interface accessories
Cable and interface accessories Product name Description Part number USB cable 2-meter standard USB-compatible device connector C6518A 276 Appendix A Accessories and ordering information ENWW
Page 293 - Paper-handling accessories
Paper-handling accessories Product name Description Part number Optional tray 2 250-sheet input tray forstandard sizes. Only one 250-sheet tray can be installed. Q3952A ENWW Paper-handling accessories 277
Page 294 - Paper and other print media
Paper and other print media Note Inkjet paper is not recommended for this device. Product name Description Part number HP LaserJet paper Premium HP-brand paper foruse with HP LaserJet printers. HPJ1124 (letter) HP Premium Choice LaserJetpaper HP bond paper with a weight of120.32 g/m 2 (32 lb.) HPU11...
Page 295 - User-replaceable parts
User-replaceable parts Product name Description Part number Fuser Replace when print-qualityissues remain after you havecleaned the engine and tried alltroubleshooting measures.(See Cleaning the device and Print problems .) Contact HP Customer Care toorder parts. Separation pad and pick-uprollers Re...
Page 296 - Supplementary documentation
Supplementary documentation A printed copy of this user guide is available in the following languages. User guides Language Part number English Q3948-90901 Chinese, simplified Q3948-90915 Czech Q3948-90902 Danish Q3948-90903 Dutch Q3948-90904 Finnish Q3948-90905 French Q3948-90906 German Q3948-90907...
Page 297 - Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement
B Service and support Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement HP PRODUCTHP Color LaserJet 2820/2830/2840 all-in-one DURATION OF LIMITED WARRANTYOne year limited warranty HP warrants to you, the end-user customer, that HP hardware and accessories will be free from defects in materials and workmans...
Page 299 - Print Cartridge and Imaging Drum Limited Warranty Statement
Print Cartridge and Imaging Drum Limited Warranty Statement This HP product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty does not apply to products that (a) have been refilled, refurbished,remanufactured, or tampered with in any way, (b) experience problems result...
Page 301 - Onsite service agreements; Priority Onsite Service
Availability of support and service Around the world, HP provides a variety of service and support options for purchase.Availability of these programs will vary depending upon your location. HP maintenance agreements HP has several types of maintenance agreements that meet a wide range of support ne...
Page 303 - Device specifications
C Device specifications Physical specifications Product Height Depth Width Weight HP ColorLaserJet 2820 all-in-one andHP ColorLaserJet 2830 all-in-one 523 mm(20.6 in) 518 mm(20.4 in) 497 mm(19.6 in) 26.7 kg(58.8 lbs) HP ColorLaserJet 2840 all-in-one with tray 2(250-sheet) 570 mm(22.4 in) 518 mm(20.4...
Page 305 - Regulatory information; Introduction
D Regulatory information Introduction This section contains the following regulatory information: ● Telephone Consumer Protection Act (United States) ● IC CS-03 requirements ● EU statement for telecom operation ● New Zealand telecom statements ● Environmental Product Stewardship program ● Declaratio...
Page 306 - Telephone Consumer Protection Act (United States)
Telephone Consumer Protection Act (United States) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use acomputer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unlesssuch message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each tran...
Page 307 - IC CS-03 requirements
IC CS-03 requirements Notice: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational, and safetyrequirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirementdocument(s)...
Page 308 - EU statement for telecom operation
EU statement for telecom operation This product is intended to be connected to the analog Public Switched TelecommunicationNetworks (PSTN) of European Economic Area (EEA) countries/regions. It meetsrequirements of EU R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC (Annex II) and carries appropriate CEconformity marki...
Page 309 - New Zealand telecom statements
New Zealand telecom statements The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom hasaccepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. Itindicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort ofwarra...
Page 310 - Environmental Product Stewardship program; Ozone production
Environmental Product Stewardship program Ozone production This product generates no appreciable ozone gas (O3). Energy consumption This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR®, which is a voluntary program establishedto encourage the development of energy-efficient office products. ENERGY STAR is a U.S....
Page 311 - Nederlands
For a more environmentally responsible return of used cartridges and supplies, HPencourages the use of bulk returns. Simply bundle two or more cartridges together and usethe single, pre-paid, pre-addressed UPS label that is supplied in the package. For moreinformation in the U.S., call 800-340-2445 ...
Page 312 - Taiwan
Het ontwerp en de specificaties kunnen zonder kennisgeving worden gewijzigd. Taiwan 296 Appendix D Regulatory information ENWW
Page 313 - Declaration of conformity
Declaration of conformity Declaration of Conformity according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer's Name: Hewlett-Packard Company Manufacturer's Address: 11311 Chinden BoulevardBoise, Idaho 83714-1021, USA declares, that the product Product Name: HP Color LaserJet 2820 all-in-one Regulator...
Page 315 - Korean EMI statement
Country-/region-specific safety statements Laser safety statement The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and DrugAdministration has implemented regulations for laser products manufactured since August 1,1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United...
Page 316 - Finnish laser statement
Finnish laser statement LASERTURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 LASERLAITEKLASS 1 LASER APPARAT HP Color LaserJet 2820/2830/2840 -laserkirjoitin on käyttäjän kannalta turvallinen luokan 1laserlaite. Normaalissa käytössä kirjoittimen suojakotelointi estää lasersäteen pääsynlaitteen ulkopuolelle.Laitteen turvallisu...
Page 317 - Glossary
Glossary ADF Automatic document feeder. The ADF is used to automatically feed originalsinto the device for copying, scanning, or faxing. all-in-one A designation given to HP devices that can perform several functions, suchas printing, faxing, copying, and scanning. browser Short for Web browser, a s...
Page 321 - Index
Index Symbols/Numerics 250-sheet tray. See tray 2 4-Color option 59600 dpi print-quality setting 234 A accessibility features 8accessories installation guides 2ordering vpart numbers 274 acoustic emissions 288activity log, fax printing 188troubleshooting 263 ad hoc groups, sending faxes to 79adding ...