Page 2 - User Guide
Page 3 - Notice; Safety information
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Page 4 - Contents
Contents 1 HP All-in-One overview ........................................................................................3 The HP All-in-One at a glance................................................................................3Control panel buttons................................................
Page 6 - Label
1 HP All-in-One overview You can make copies quickly and easily from the HP All-in-One without turning onyour computer. You can also use the HP All-in-One to print and scan photos and textdocuments by using the software installed on your computer during the initial setup. ● The HP All-in-One at a gl...
Page 7 - Control panel buttons
Control panel buttons Label Icon Name and Description 1 On : Turns the HP All-in-One on or off. The On button is lit when the HP All-in-One is powered on. The light blinks while performinga job.When the HP All-in-One is off, a minimal amount of power is stillsupplied to the device. To completely dis...
Page 8 - Tip; Status light overview
Label Icon Name and Description Tip From the control panel, you can specify up to nine copies of an original. However, if you connect the HP All-in-One to acomputer, you can use the HP Photosmart Software to specifymore. When initiating more than nine copies of an original fromthe HP Photosmart Soft...
Page 10 - Find more information; Sources of information; Setup Guide; Get the most out of your help
2 Find more information You can access a variety of resources, both printed and onscreen, that provideinformation about setting up and using the HP All-in-One. Sources of information Setup Guide The Setup Guide provides instructions for setting up the HP All-in-One and installing software. Make sure...
Page 12 - Connection information; Supported connection types; Description; Connect using a USB cable; host
3 Connection information The HP All-in-One comes equipped with a USB port so you can connect directly to acomputer using a USB cable. You can also share your printer over an existingEthernet network using a computer as a print server. ● Supported connection types ● Connect using a USB cable ● Use pr...
Page 14 - Load originals and load paper; Load originals; To load an original on the glass; Choose papers for printing and copying
4 Load originals and load paper You can load many different types and sizes of paper in the HP All-in-One, includingletter or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes. ● Load originals ● Choose papers for printing and copying ● Load paper ● Avoid paper jams Load originals You can copy or...
Page 15 - Recommended papers for printing and copying; Note; Papers to avoid; Papers to avoid for all print and copy jobs; Additional papers to avoid when copying
Recommended papers for printing and copying If you want the best print quality, HP recommends using HP papers that arespecifically designed for the type of project you are printing. If you are printing photos,for example, load HP Premium or HP Premium Plus photo paper in the input tray. Note 1 This ...
Page 16 - Load paper; To load full-size paper
Load paper This section describes the procedure for loading different types and sizes of paperinto the HP All-in-One for your copies or printouts. Tip To help prevent rips, wrinkles, and curled or bent edges, store all paper flat in a resealable bag. If the paper is not stored properly, extreme chan...
Page 17 - Caution
Caution Make sure that the HP All-in-One is idle and silent when you load paper into the input tray. If the HP All-in-One is servicing the printcartridges or otherwise engaged in a task, the paper stop inside thedevice might not be in place. You could push the paper too far forward,causing the HP Al...
Page 19 - Load other types of paper
Load other types of paper The following papers require extra attention to load them properly. Note Not all paper sizes and paper types are available with all the functions on the HP All-in-One. Some paper sizes and paper types can only be used ifyou are starting a print job from the Print dialog box...
Page 20 - Avoid paper jams
years old. Labels on older sheets might peel off when the paper is pulled throughthe HP All-in-One, causing subsequent paper jams. 2. Fan the stack of labels to make sure none of the pages are sticking together. 3. Place a stack of label sheets on top of full-size plain paper in the input tray, labe...
Page 22 - Print from your computer; Print from a software application; To print from a software application (Windows)
5 Print from your computer The HP All-in-One can be used with any software application that allows printing. Youcan print a range of projects, such as borderless images, newsletters, greeting cards,iron-on transfers, and posters. ● Print from a software application ● Stop a print job Print from a so...
Page 23 - Stop a print job; To stop a print job from the HP All-in-One; Cancel
Stop a print job Although you can stop a print job from either the HP All-in-One or the computer, HPrecommends you stop it from the HP All-in-One for best results. To stop a print job from the HP All-in-One ➔ Press Cancel on the control panel. If the print job does not stop, press Cancel again.It ca...
Page 24 - Use the copy features; Make a copy; To make a copy from the control panel; Set the copy paper type; To set the paper type for copies; Make multiple copies of the same original; To make multiple copies of an original from the control panel
6 Use the copy features The HP All-in-One allows you to produce high-quality color and black-and-whitecopies on a variety of paper types. You can enlarge or reduce the size of an original tofit a specific paper size, adjust the copy quality, and make high-quality copies ofphotos, including borderles...
Page 25 - Stop copying; To stop copying
3. Press the Copies button to increase the number of copies up to a maximum of 9. Tip Use the software that you installed with the HP All-in-One to set the number of copies higher than 9. 4. Press Start Copy Black or Start Copy Color . In this example, the HP All-in-One makes six copies of the origi...
Page 26 - Use the scan features; Scan an image; HP Digital Imaging Monitor
7 Use the scan features Scanning is the process of converting text and pictures into an electronic format foryour computer. You can scan almost anything (photos, magazine articles and textdocuments) on the HP All-in-One.You can use the scanning features of the HP All-in-One to do the following: ● Sc...
Page 27 - Stop scanning; To stop scanning
Stop scanning To stop scanning ➔ Press Cancel on the control panel. Chapter 7 24 HP Deskjet F300 All-in-One series Scan
Page 28 - Clean the exterior; Clean the glass; To clean the glass
8 Maintain the HP All-in-One The HP All-in-One requires little maintenance. Sometimes you might want to clean theglass and lid backing to remove surface dust and ensure that your copies and scansremain clear. You will also need to replace, align, or clean your print cartridges fromtime to time. This...
Page 29 - Clean the lid backing; To clean the lid backing; Print a self-test report; To print a self-test report
Clean the lid backing Minor debris can accumulate on the white document backing located underneath thelid of the HP All-in-One. To clean the lid backing 1. Turn off the HP All-in-One, unplug the power cord, and raise the lid. 2. Clean the white document backing with a soft cloth or sponge slightly m...
Page 30 - Work with print cartridges; Handle the print cartridges
Work with print cartridges To ensure the best print quality from the HP All-in-One, you will need to perform somesimple maintenance procedures. This section provides guidelines for handling theprint cartridges and instructions for replacing, aligning, and cleaning the printcartridges.You might also ...
Page 31 - Replace the print cartridges
Replace the print cartridges Follow these instructions when the ink level is low. Note When the ink level for the print cartridge is low, a message appears on your computer screen. You can also check the ink levels by using the softwareinstalled with the HP All-in-One. When you receive a low-ink war...
Page 33 - Align the print cartridges
7. Slide the new print cartridge forward into the empty slot. Then gently push on theupper part of the print cartridge forward until it clicks into the socket.If you are installing the tri-color print cartridge, slide it into the left slot.If you are installing a black or photo print cartridge, slid...
Page 34 - Clean the print cartridges; To clean the print cartridges from the HP Photosmart Software
Note If you remove and reinstall the same print cartridge, the HP All-in-One will not prompt you to align the print cartridges. The HP All-in-One remembersthe alignment values for that print cartridge, so you do not need to realign theprint cartridges. To align newly installed print cartridges 1. Ma...
Page 35 - To clean the print cartridges from the HP Photosmart Mac Software; Clean the print cartridge contacts
To clean the print cartridges from the HP Photosmart Mac Software 1. Load letter, A4, or legal unused plain white paper into the input tray. 2. In the HP Photosmart Studio task bar, click Devices . The HP Device Manager window appears. 3. Make sure the HP All-in-One is selected in the Devices pop-up...
Page 38 - Order supplies; Order paper, or other media
9 Order supplies You can order HP products, such as recommended types of paper and printcartridges, online from the HP website. ● Order paper, or other media ● Order print cartridges ● Order other supplies Order paper, or other media To order HP papers and other supplies, such as HP Premium Photo Pa...
Page 39 - Order other supplies
To find out the reorder number through the HP Photosmart Mac Software 1. In the HP Photosmart Studio task bar, click Devices . The HP Device Manager window appears. 2. Make sure the HP All-in-One is selected in the Devices pop-up menu. 3. From the Information and Settings pop-up menu, choose Maintai...
Page 40 - Troubleshooting common setup issues; View the Readme file; Start
10 Troubleshooting information This chapter contains troubleshooting information for the HP All-in-One. Specificinformation is provided for installation and configuration issues, and some operationaltopics. For more troubleshooting information, see the onscreen Help that came withyour software.Many ...
Page 41 - Setup troubleshooting; Hardware setup troubleshooting
Setup troubleshooting This section includes installation and configuration troubleshooting tips for some of themost common issues associated with hardware and software setup. Hardware setup troubleshooting Use this section to solve any problems you might encounter while setting up theHP All-in-One h...
Page 44 - Software installation troubleshooting; To start the installation from a Windows computer
If the HP All-in-One and computer are not communicating with each other, try thefollowing: Software installation troubleshooting If you encounter a problem during software installation, see the topics below for apossible solution. If you encounter a hardware problem during setup, see Hardware setup ...
Page 48 - Operational troubleshooting; Paper troubleshooting
To uninstall from a Windows computer, method 3 Note Use this method if Uninstall is not available in the Windows Start menu. 1. Insert the HP All-in-One CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive and thenstart the Setup program. 2. Select Uninstall and follow the onscreen directions. 3. Disconnect the...
Page 50 - Start Copy Black; Print cartridge troubleshooting; To troubleshoot print cartridges
3. Close the print cartridge door. 4. Press Start Copy Black to continue the current job. Print cartridge troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems with printing, you might have a problem with one ofthe print cartridges. To troubleshoot print cartridges 1. Remove the black print cartridge fro...
Page 52 - HP warranty and support; Warranty; Warranty upgrades
11 HP warranty and support This chapter provides warranty information as well as how to get support from the Internet,access your serial number and service ID, contact HP customer support, and prepare the HP All-in-One for shipment.If you are unable to find the answer you need in the printed or onsc...
Page 53 - Warranty information
Warranty information A. Extent of limited warranty 1. Hewlett-Packard (HP) warrants to the end-user customer that the HP products specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration specified above, which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer. 2....
Page 54 - Get support and other information from the Internet; Access your serial number and service ID
Get support and other information from the Internet To find support and warranty information, go to the HP website at www.hp.com/support . If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for information on calling for technical support.This website also offers technical support, d...
Page 55 - Call in North America during warranty; Call elsewhere in the world
To print a self-test report 1. Press and hold Cancel on the control panel. 2. While holding Cancel , press Start Copy Color . The self-test report prints, containing the serial number and service ID. Call in North America during warranty Call 1-800-474-6836 (1-800-HP invent) . U.S. phone support is ...
Page 60 - System requirements; Paper tray capacities
12 Technical information The technical specifications and international regulatory information for the HP All-in-One areprovided in this section. System requirements Software system requirements are located in the Readme file. Paper specifications This section contains information about paper tray c...
Page 62 - Print margin specifications; Print specifications
Print margin specifications Top (leading edge) Bottom (trailing edge) 1 Left and right margins Paper or transparency film U.S. (Letter, Legal,Executive) 1.8 mm (0.07 inches) 12.7 mm (0.5 inches) 6.4 mm (0.25 inches) ISO (A4, A5) and JIS (B5) 1.8 mm (0.07 inches) 13.7 mm (0.54 inches) 3.3 mm (0.13 in...
Page 64 - Environmental product stewardship program
Environmental product stewardship program This section provides information on protecting the environment; ozone production; energyconsumption; paper use; plastics; material safety data sheets; and recycling programs.This section contains information about environmental standards. Protecting the env...
Page 65 - HP inkjet supplies recycling program; Regulatory notices; Regulatory model identification number
HP inkjet supplies recycling program HP is committed to protecting the environment. The HP Inkjet Supplies Recycling Program isavailable in many countries/regions, and lets you recycle used print cartridges and ink cartridgesfree of charge. For more information, go to the following website: www.hp.c...
Page 66 - Notice to users in Australia; Notice to users in Korea
For more information, contact the Product Regulations Manager, Hewlett-Packard Company,San Diego, (858) 655-4100.The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commissionhelpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is availablefrom...
Page 67 - HP Deskjet F300 All-in-One series declaration of conformity
HP Deskjet F300 All-in-One series declaration of conformity Chapter 12 64 HP Deskjet F300 All-in-One series Technical information
Page 68 - Index
Index Symbols/Numerics 10 x 15 cm photo paper load 14specifications 57 4 x 6 inch photo paper, load 14 A A4 paper, load 13align print cartridges 30 B buttons, control panel 4 C cancel copy 22print job 20scan 24 cancel button 4cartridges. See print cartridges choose paper 11clean exterior 25glass 25l...
