HP M1120 MFP Series - Manual

Product features Print ● Prints letter-size pages at speeds up to 20 ppm and A4-size pages at speeds up to 19 ppm. ● Prints at 600 dots per inch (dpi) and FastRes 1200 dpi. ● Includes adjustable settings to optimize print quality. Copy ● Copies at 300 dots per inch (dpi). Memory ● Includes 32-megaby...

Product walkaround Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Scanner lid 2 Control panel 3 Print-cartridge door latch 4 Output bin 5 Priority input tray 6 Tray 1 Back view 7 8 9 7 Interface ports 8 Power switch 9 Power connector 4 Chapter 1 Product basics ENWW

Supported operating systems The product supports the following operating systems: Full software installation ● Windows XP (32-bit) ● Windows Vista (32-bit) ● Windows 2000 ● Windows 2003 Server (32-bit) ● Mac OS X v10.3, v10.4, and later Print and scan drivers only ● Windows XP (64-bit) ● Windows Vis...

Macintosh software ● HP Product Setup Assistant ● HP Uninstaller ● HP LaserJet software ◦ HP Scan ◦ HP Director ◦ Scan to e-mail program ◦ HP Photosmart Supported printer drivers The product comes with software for Windows and Macintosh that allows the computer to communicatewith the product. This s...

2 Control panel ● Control-panel walkaround ● Control-panel menus ENWW 9

Control-panel menus Use the control-panel menus To gain access to the control-panel menus, use the following steps. 1. Press Setup . 2. Use the arrow buttons to navigate the listings. ● Press OK to select the appropriate option. ● Press Cancel to cancel an action or return to the Ready state. Contro...

3 Software for Windows ● Supported operating systems for Windows ● Printer driver ● Priority for print settings ● Open the printer driver and change the print settings ● Software installation types for Windows ● Remove software for Windows ● Supported utilities for Windows ENWW 13

Supported operating systems for Windows The product supports the following Windows operating systems: Full software installation ● Windows XP (32-bit) ● Windows Vista (32-bit) ● Windows 2000 ● Windows 2003 Server (32-bit) Print and scan drivers only ● Windows XP (64-bit) ● Windows Vista (64-bit) ● W...

Open the printer driver and change the print settings Operating System To change the settings for allprint jobs until the softwareprogram is closed To change the default settingsfor all print jobs To change the deviceconfiguration settings Windows 2000, XP,Server 2003, andVista 1. On the File menu i...

Supported utilities for Windows Embedded Web server (network models only) Network models are equipped with an embedded Web server, which provides access to informationabout device and network activities. This information appears in a Web browser, such as MicrosoftInternet Explorer, Netscape Navigato...

4 Use the product with Macintosh ● Software for Macintosh ● Use features in the Macintosh printer driver ● Scan from the product and HP Director (Macintosh) ENWW 19

Software for Macintosh Supported operating systems for Macintosh The device supports the following Macintosh operating systems: ● Mac OS X v10.3, v10.4 and later NOTE: For Mac OS v10.4 and later, PPC and Intel Core Processor Macs are supported. Supported printer drivers for Macintosh The HP installe...

To change the settings for all printjobs until the software program isclosed To change the default settings for allprint jobs To change the device configurationsettings you must select the saved preset optionevery time you open a program and print. NOTE: Configuration settings might not be available...

Supported utilities for Macintosh Embedded Web server (network models only) Network models are equipped with an embedded Web server, which provides access to informationabout device and network activities. This information appears in a Web browser, such as MicrosoftInternet Explorer, Netscape Naviga...

Use features in the Macintosh printer driver Print Create and use printing presets in Macintosh Use printing presets to save the current printer driver settings for reuse. Create a printing preset 1. On the File menu, click Print . 2. Select the driver. 3. Select the print settings. 4. In the Preset...

Scan from the product and HP Director (Macintosh) For more information about tasks and settings described in this section, see the HP Director online Help. Scanning tasks To scan to a software program, scan an item using the program itself. Any TWAIN-compliant programcan scan an image. If the progra...

5 Connectivity ● Connect the product directly to a computer with USB ● Printer sharing disclaimer ● Supported network operating systems ● Supported network protocols ● Install the product on a network (network models only) ENWW 27

Connect the product directly to a computer with USB NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable from the product to the computer until the installer prompts you to do so. 1. Insert the product CD into your computer. If the software installer does not start, navigate to thesetup.exe file on the CD and double-...

Supported network protocols ● TCP/IP Install the product on a network (network models only) Connect the product to the network To connect a network model to a network, you need the following items: ● Wired TCP/IP network ● Ethernet cable (RJ-45) 1. Connect the Ethernet cable to an available port on ...

6 Paper and print media ● Understand paper and print media use ● Supported paper and print media sizes ● Special paper or print media guidelines ● Load paper and print media ● Configure trays ENWW 31

Size Dimensions Priority input tray Tray 1 Envelope C5 162 x 229 mm (6.93 x 9.84 inches) Envelope B5 176 x 250 mm (6.7 x 9.8 inches) Envelope Monarch 98 x 191 mm (3.9 x 7.5 inches) Postcard 100 x 148 mm (3.94 x 5.83 inches) Double postcard 148 x 200 mm (5.83 x 7.87 inches) Special paper or print med...

Load paper and print media Priority input tray The priority input tray is accessed from the front of the product. The product prints from the priority inputtray before attempting to print from tray 1. The priority input tray holds up to 10 sheets of 75 g/m 2 (20 lb) media or one envelope, one transp...

NOTE: When you add new media, make sure that you remove all of the media from the input tray and straighten the stack of new media. Do not fan the media. This reduces jams by preventing multiplesheets of media from feeding through the product at one time. Configure trays To set the default paper siz...

7 Print tasks This section provides information about common printing tasks. ● Change the print driver to match the media type and size ● Get help for any print option ● Cancel a print job ● Create booklets ● Change print-quality settings ● Change print density ● Print on special media ● Use differe...

Change the print driver to match the media type and size Selecting media by type and size results in significantly better print quality for heavy paper, glossy paper,and overhead transparencies. Using the wrong setting can result in unsatisfactory print quality. Alwaysprint by Type for special print...

Type is Media specifications Priority input tray Tray 1 capacity 2 Letterhead 75 g/m 2 (20 lb) to 104 g/m 2 (27 lb) Up to 10 sheets Up to 250 sheets 2 The maximum stack height for tray 1 is 25 mm (1 inch). Get help for any print option Printer-driver Help is separate from program Help. The printer-d...

Cancel a print job If the print job is currently printing, cancel it by pressing Cancel on the product control panel. NOTE: Pressing Cancel clears the job that the product is currently processing. If more than one process is running, pressing Cancel clears the process that currently appears on the p...

Print on special media Make sure that the paper or print media that you are using meets HP specifications. Generally, smootherpaper provides better results. 1. Open the media input tray and remove any media. 2. Load the media. Make sure that the top of the media is forward and the side to be printed...

Resize documents Use the document resizing options to scale a document to a percentage of its normal size. You can alsochoose to print a document on a different size paper, with or without scaling. Reduce or enlarge a document 1. On the File menu in the software program, click Print . 2. Select the ...

Print on both sides of the paper (duplex printing) NOTE: The printer driver also contains instructions and graphics for manually duplexing. 1. In the software program, open the properties (printer driver). 2. On the Finishing tab, select Print on Both Sides (Manually) . NOTE: If the Print on Both Si...

Print multiple pages on one sheet of paper in Windows You can print more than one page on a single sheet of paper. 1. On the File menu in the software program, click Print . 2. Select the driver, and then click Properties or Preferences . 3. Click the Finishing tab. 4. In the Document Options drop-d...

Economy settings EconoMode The EconoMode setting in the product printer driver conserves toner. Archive print Archive print produces output that is less susceptible to toner smearing and dusting. Use archive printto create documents that you want to preserve or archive. 1. On the control panel, pres...

8 Copy ● Load originals ● Use copy ● Copy settings ● Copy a book ● Copy photos ● Duplex (two-sided) copy jobs ENWW 51

Load originals 1. Lift the flatbed scanner cover. 2. Place the original document face-down on the flatbed scanner with the upper-left corner of thedocument at the corner indicated by the icon on the scanner. 3. Gently close the lid. Use copy One-touch copy 1. Load the document onto the flatbed scann...

Reduction/enlargement settings ● Original=100% ● A4 > Ltr=94% ● Ltr > A4=97% ● Full Page=91% ● 2 pages/sheet ● 4 pages/sheet ● Custom: 25-400% NOTE: When using the 2 pages/sheet or 4 pages/sheet setting, select the page orientation (portrait or landscape). Copy settings Copy quality Five copy-...

Clean the scanner glass Dirty glass, from fingerprints, smudges, hair, and so on, slows down performance and affects theaccuracy of special features such as fit-to-page and copy. 1. Turn off the product, unplug the power cord from the electrical socket, and raise the lid. 2. Clean the glass by using...

● Bond ● Recycled ● Color ● Light ● Heavy ● Cardstock ● Envelope #10 ● Rough Change the default media-size setting 1. On the product control panel, press Setup . 2. Use the arrow buttons to select System setup , and then press OK . 3. Use the arrow buttons to select Paper setup , and then press OK ....

Copy a book 1. Lift the lid and place the book on the flatbed scanner with the page that you want to copy at thecorner indicated by the icon on the scanner. 2. Gently close the lid. 3. Gently press down on the lid to press the book to the flatbed scanner surface. CAUTION: Pressing on the flatbed cov...

Copy photos 1. Lift the lid and place the photo on the flatbed scanner with the picture-side down and the upper-left corner of the photo at the corner indicated by the icon on the scanner. 2. Gently close the lid. 3. Adjust the copy quality setting to Film photo . 4. Press Start Copy. Duplex (two-si...

9 Scan ● Load originals for scanning ● Use scan ● Scan settings ● Scan a book ● Scan a photo ENWW 61

Load originals for scanning 1. Lift the flatbed scanner cover. 2. Place the original document face-down on the flatbed scanner with the upper-left corner of thedocument at the corner indicated by the icon on the scanner. 3. Gently close the lid. Use scan Scan methods Scan jobs can be performed in th...

While you are in a TWAIN-compliant or WIA-compliant program, you can gain access to the scanningfeature and scan an image directly into the open program. For more information, see the Help file or thedocumentation that came with your TWAIN-compliant or WIA-compliant software program. Scan from a TWA...

Scan settings Scan file format The file format of a scanned document or photo depends on the scan type as well as the object beingscanned. ● Scanning a document or a photo to a computer results in the file being saved as a .TIF file. ● Scanning a document to email results in the file being saved as ...

Resolution and color guidelines The following table describes the recommended resolution and color settings for different types of scanjobs. Intended use Recommended resolution Recommended color settings E-mail 150 ppi ● Black and White, if the image does not requiresmooth gradation ● Grayscale, if ...

Scan a book 1. Lift the lid and place the book on the flatbed scanner with the page that you want to copy at thecorner indicated by the icon on the scanner. 2. Gently close the lid. 3. Gently press down on the lid to press the book to the flatbed scanner surface. CAUTION: Pressing on the flatbed cov...

Scan a photo 1. Place the photo on the flatbed scanner with the picture-side down and the upper-left corner of thephoto at the corner indicated by the icon on the scanner. 2. Gently close the lid. 3. Scan the photo by using one of the scanning methods. 68 Chapter 9 Scan ENWW

10 Manage and maintain the product ● Information pages ● Embedded Web server (network models only) ● Security features ● Manage supplies ENWW 69

Embedded Web server (network models only) Network models are equipped with an embedded Web server (EWS), which provides access toinformation about product 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...

Manage supplies Check and order supplies You can check the supplies status by using the product control panel. Hewlett-Packard recommendsthat you place an order for a replacement print cartridge when Low message for a print cartridge firstappears. Use a new, authentic HP print cartridge to obtain th...

a language line interpreter will connect approximately one minute after the beginning of the call. Thelanguage line interpreter is a service that will translate between you and the representative for the HPfraud hotline. Recycle supplies To install a new HP print cartridge, follow the instructions t...

6. Close the print-cartridge door. CAUTION: If toner gets on any clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash the clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into the fabric . Clean the product Clean the paper path During the printing process, paper, toner, and dust particles can accumulate insi...

2. Clean the white document lid backing by using a soft cloth or sponge that has been moistened witha mild soap and warm water. Wash the backing gently to loosen debris; do not scrub the backing. 3. Dry the backing by using a chamois or soft cloth. CAUTION: Do not use paper-based wipes because they ...

11 Problem solve ● Problem-solving checklist ● Control-panel messages ● Control-panel display problems ● Clear jams ● Solve image-quality problems ● Solve connectivity problems ● Solve software problems ENWW 77

Problem-solving checklist Follow these steps when trying to solve a problem with the product. Stepnumber Verification step Possible problems Solutions 1 Is the power on? No power due to failed power source, cable,switch, or fuse. 1. Verify that the product is plugged in. 2. Verify that the power cab...

Control-panel messages The majority of the control-panel messages are intended to guide the user through typical operation.The control-panel messages indicate the status of the current operation, and include a page count onthe second line of the display, if appropriate. When the product is receiving...

Critical error messages Critical error messages can indicate some kind of failure. Turning off and then turning on the powermight fix the problem. If a critical error persists, the product might require service. Critical error message-tables Control panel message Description Recommended action 50.1 ...

Control-panel display problems CAUTION: Static electricity can cause unexpected black lines or dots to appear on the product control- panel display. Do not touch the product control-panel display if there is a chance that you have collecteda static electric charge (for example, by walking on carpet ...

Clear jams from the output bin CAUTION: Do not use sharp objects, such as tweezers or needle-nose pliers, to remove jams. Damage caused by sharp objects will not be covered by the warranty. With both hands, grasp the side of the jammed media that is most visible (this includes the middle), andcarefu...

Clear jams from the print-cartridge area CAUTION: Do not use sharp objects, such as tweezers or needle-nose pliers, to remove jams. Damage caused by sharp objects will not be covered by the warranty. When removing jammed media, pull the jammed media straight away from the product. Pulling jammedmedi...

Avoid repeated jams ● Verify that the input tray is not overfilled. The input tray capacity varies depending on the type ofprint media that you are using. ● Verify that the media guides are properly adjusted. ● Check that the input tray is securely in place. ● Do not add print media into the input t...

Solve image-quality problems Print problems Print quality problems Occasionally, you might encounter problems with print quality. The information in the following sectionshelps you identify and resolve these issues. General print-quality issues The following examples depict letter-size paper that ha...

Problem Cause Solution The printed page containswrinkles or creases. The media might be loaded incorrectly or theinput tray might be too full. Turn over the stack of paper in the input tray,or try rotating the paper 180° in the inputtray. Verify that the media is loaded correctly andthat the media g...

Problem Cause Solution More than one sheet feeds atone time. The media tray might be overloaded. Remove all media from the tray, and thenreturn some of the media to the tray. See Load paper and print media on page 35 . The media might be wrinkled, folded, ordamaged. Verify that the media is not wrin...

Problem Cause Solution Pages did not print. The product might not be pulling mediacorrectly. See Media-handling problems on page 93 . The media might be jamming in the product. Clear the jam. See Clear jams on page 83 . The USB cable or the network cable might bedefective or incorrectly connected. ●...

Image problems Problem Cause Solution Images are missing or faded. The print-cartridge might be defective. Replace the print cartridge. See Print cartridge on page 73 . The original might be of poor quality. If your original is too light or damaged, thecopy might not be able to compensate, evenif yo...

Scan problems Solve scanned-image problems Problem Cause Solution The scanned image is of poorquality. The original might be a second-generationphoto or picture. ● To eliminate the patterns, try reducingthe size of the image after scanning. ● Print the scanned image to see if thequality is better. ●...

Scan-quality problems Prevent scan-quality problems The following are a few simple steps you can take to improve copy and scan quality. ● Use high-quality originals. ● Load the media correctly. If the media is loaded incorrectly, it might skew, which causes unclearimages. See Load paper and print me...

Solve connectivity problems Solve direct-connection problems If the product is experiencing connection issues while directly connected to a computer, complete thefollowing steps: 1. Make sure that USB cable is no longer than 3 meters (9 feet). 2. Make sure that both ends of the USB cable are connect...

Solve software problems Solve common Windows problems Error message: "General Protection FaultException OE" "Spool32" "Illegal Operation" Cause Solution Close all software programs, restart Windows, and try again. Select a different printer driver. If the device PCL 6 printer...

A Accessories and ordering information ● To order supplies in the U.S., go to www.hp.com/sbso/product/supplies . ● To order supplies worldwide, go to www.hp.com/ghp/buyonline.html . ● To order supplies in Canada, go to www.hp.ca/catalog/supplies . ● To order supplies in Europe, go to www.hp.com/go/l...

Supplies Product name Description Part number Replacement print cartridge Average yield for the print cartridge isapproximately 2,000 pages. CB436A Cable and interface accessories Product name Description Part number USB cable 2-meter standard USB-compatibledevice connector C6518A 3-meter standard U...

B Service and support Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement HP PRODUCT DURATION OF LIMITED WARRANTY HP LaserJet M1120 and M1120n One-year limited warranty HP warrants to you, the end-user customer, that HP hardware and accessories will be free from defects in materialsand workmanship after the ...

(INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OROTHERWISE. Some countries/regions, states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. THE WARRANTY TERMS CO...

Print cartridge 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 ortampered with in any way, (b) experience problems resulting from misuse, i...

HP Customer Care Online Services For 24-hour access to updated HP device-specific software, product information, and supportinformation through an Internet connection, go to the Web site: www.hp.com/support/LJM1120 . HP Instant Support Professional Edition (ISPE) is a suite of Web-based troubleshoot...

HP maintenance agreements HP has several types of maintenance agreements that meet a wide range of support needs.Maintenance agreements are not part of the standard warranty. Support services may vary by area.Check with your local HP dealer to determine the services available to you. Repacking the d...

C Specifications This section contains the following information about the product: ● Physical specifications ● Electrical specifications ● Power consumption ● Environmental specifications ● Acoustic emissions ENWW 117

Physical specifications Table C-1 Physical specifications Product Height Depth Width Weight HP LaserJet M1120 308 mm (12.1 inches) 363 mm (14.3 inches) 437 mm (17.2 inches) 8.2 kg (18.7 lb) HP LaserJet M1120n 308 mm (12.1 inches) 363 mm (14.3 inches) 437 mm (17.2 inches) 8.2 kg (18.7 lb) Electrical ...

Environmental specifications Table C-4 Environmental specifications 1 Recommended Operating Storage Temperature 15° to 32.5° C (59° to 90.5° F) 15° to 32.5° C (59° to 90.5° F) –20° to 40° C (–4° to 104° F) Relative humidity 10% to 80% 10% to 80% 95% or less 1 Values are subject to change. Acoustic e...

D Regulatory information This section contains the following regulatory information: ● FCC compliance ● Environmental product stewardship program ● Declaration of conformity ● Safety statements ENWW 121

FCC compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuantto Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, a...

Plastics Plastic parts over 25 grams are marked according to international standards that enhance the ability toidentify plastics for recycling purposes at the end of the product’s life. HP LaserJet print supplies It’s easy to return and recycle your empty HP LaserJet print cartridges—free of charge...

package to a U.S. Postal Service carrier or drop off at a U.S.Postal Service Office. For more information,or to order additional labels or boxes for bulk returns, visit http://www.hp.com/recycle or call 1-800-340-2445. Requested UPS pickup will be charged normal pickup rates. Information subject toc...

Declaration of conformity Declaration of Conformity according to ISO/IEC 17050-1 and EN 17050-1 Manufacturer's Name: Hewlett-Packard Company DoC#: BOISB-0604-03-rel.1.0 Manufacturer's Address: 11311 Chinden Boulevard,Boise, Idaho 83714-1021, USA declares, that the product Product Name: HP LaserJet M...

Safety statements Laser safety The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration hasimplemented regulations for laser products manufactured since August 1, 1976. Compliance ismandatory for products marketed in the United States. The device is certified as...

Laser statement for Finland Luokan 1 laserlaite Klass 1 Laser Apparat HP LaserJet M1120, M1120n, laserkirjoitin on käyttäjän kannalta turvallinen luokan 1 laserlaite.Normaalissa käytössä kirjoittimen suojakotelointi estää lasersäteen pääsyn laitteen ulkopuolelle.Laitteen turvallisuusluokka on määrit...

Glossary browser Short for Web browser, a software program that is used to locate and open Web pages. collate The process of printing a multiple-copy job in sets. When collate is selected, the product prints an entire set before printing additional copies. Otherwise, the product prints the specified...

Index A accessibility features 3accessories part numbers 110 acoustic emissions 119advanced software installation 6alert messages 80authorized dealers 114 B background shading, troubleshooting 91 bands and streaks, troubleshooting 90 batteries included 124bin, output capacity 3jams, clearing 87locat...