HP PSC 2100 - Manual

quick start 4 hp psc 2100 series use your hp psc with a computer If you installed the HP PSC software on your computer according to the Setup Poster, you can access all the features of the HP PSC using the HP Director. review the hp photo & imaging director The HP Director is available through t...

load originals 7 load originals and load paper You can make copies from originals loaded on the glass. You can also print and copy onto a variety of paper types, weights, sizes, and transparency films. It is important, however, that you choose the right paper and make sure that it is loaded correctl...

load originals and load paper 8 hp psc 2100 series 2 Close the lid. load paper Following is the basic procedure for loading paper. There are specific considerations for loading certain types of paper, transparency film, postcards, and envelopes. After you review this procedure, see tips for loading ...

load originals and load paper 10 hp psc 2100 series 6 To prevent printed paper from falling off the tray, fully extend the output-tray extender. load envelopes Use the print feature of your software to print to envelopes with your HP PSC. Your HP PSC provides two methods for working with envelopes. ...

load postcards or hagaki cards 11 hp psc 2100 series Adjust the paper-width guide against the envelopes (be careful not to bend the envelopes). Make sure the envelopes fit within the tray (do not overload it).Consult the help files in your word processing software for details on how to format text f...

load originals and load paper 12 hp psc 2100 series 2 Adjust the paper-width guide against the cards, and then slide the paper-length guide in until it stops. Make sure the cards fit within the tray (do not overload it). tips for loading other types of paper in the paper tray The following table pro...

set the paper type 13 hp psc 2100 series set the paper type If you want to use a different type of paper, such as photo paper, transparency film, t-shirt transfer paper, or brochures, simply load that paper in the paper tray. You should then change the paper type settings to ensure the best print qu...

load originals and load paper 14 hp psc 2100 series 3 Press Enter to choose the displayed paper type. set the paper size The HP PSC can use Letter or A4 paper. Use the following procedure to set the paper size for copying. 1 Press Copy Options until Paper Size appears, then press Enter . 2 Press unt...

make copies 15 use the copy features The copy features let you do the following: • Produce high-quality color and black-and-white copies using a variety of paper types and sizes, including iron-on transfers. • Reduce or enlarge the size of the copies you make from 25% to 400% of the copy’s original ...

use the copy features 18 hp psc 2100 series perform special copy jobs In addition to supporting standard copying, your HP PSC can also do the following: • copy a photo • fit a copy to the page • print several copies on one page • make a poster • prepare a color t-shirt transfer copy a photo When cop...

perform special copy jobs 19 hp psc 2100 series 1 Load the original on the glass. 2 Press Copy Options until Reduce/Enlarge appears, then press Enter . 3 Press until Fit to Page appears, then press Enter . 4 Press Start Copy, Black or Start Copy, Color . print several copies on one page You can plac...

stop copying 21 hp psc 2100 series 1 Load the original on the glass. 2 Load the T-shirt transfer paper in the paper tray. 3 Press Copy Options until Paper Type appears, then press Enter . 4 Press until Iron-On appears and then press Enter to select it. Selecting this option automatically copies a mi...

scan an original 23 use the scan features Scanning is the process of converting text and pictures into an electronic format for your computer. You can scan just about anything: • Photos • Magazine articles • Text documents • 3D objects (be careful not to scratch the glass) to put into catalogs and f...

use the scan features 24 hp psc 2100 series to scan an original to your Windows computer 1 Load your original on the glass. 2 Press Start Scan . A scan of the original appears in the HP Image Viewer. 3 In the HP Image Viewer window, you can edit the scanned image. When you have finished, click Accep...

clean the glass 25 maintain your hp psc This section provides instructions for keeping your HP PSC in top working condition. Perform these maintenance procedures as necessary. clean the glass Dirty glass, from fingerprints, smudges, hair, and so on, slows down performance and affects the accuracy of...

maintain your hp psc 26 hp psc 2100 series clean the exterior Use a soft, damp, lint-free cloth to wipe dust, smudges, and stains off the case. The interior of the unit does not require cleaning. Keep fluids away from the interior of the unit as well as the front panel. work with print cartridges To...

restore factory defaults 29 hp psc 2100 series 6 Pull the end of the latch toward you, press down until it stops, and then release. Make sure the latch catches below the bottom tabs. 7 Close the print-carriage access door. align cartridges The HP PSC prompts you to align cartridges every time you in...

maintain your hp psc 30 hp psc 2100 series set the power save time The bulb in your HP PSC remains on for a specified period so that the unit is immediately ready to respond to your request. When the HP PSC has not been used within that specified period, it turns the bulb off to preserve power and d...

setup menu options 31 hp psc 2100 series setup menu options The following options are available from the Setup button. Menu Settings Self-Test Print Report Use Setup to display the Scan Setup , Maintenance or Print Report options. Press and to move to the setting you want. Press Enter to select the ...

possible installation problems 33 additional setup information This section covers how to handle messages that may or may not appear during installation, how to set up the connection between your computer and your HP PSC, and how to add and remove the HP PSC software. The standard installation instr...

set the language and region 35 hp psc 2100 series set the language and region Usually, the language and region are set when you install the HP PSC. If you set the region or language incorrectly during installation, use the following procedure. 1 If you are unable to read the front-panel display lang...

additional setup information 36 hp psc 2100 series connect your hp psc to your computer Your HP PSC supports HOT Swapping, meaning you can connect to the HP PSC while the power is on at your computer and on the HP PSC. connect your usb port Connecting to your HP PSC with USB is straightforward. Simp...

remove and reinstall your hp psc software 37 hp psc 2100 series To use your HP PSC in a networked environment, you must install the software that comes with the HP JetDirect 175x, which disables all HP PSC functionality except printing. If you have Internet access, you can get more information on us...

system requirements 39 technical information system requirements The following specifications are subject to change without notice. PC Requirements Item Minimum Recommended Processor Windows 98Windows 98SEWindows 2000Windows Millennium EditionWindows XP Any Intel Pentium II, Celeron, or compatible p...

technical information 40 hp psc 2100 series paper specifications paper-tray capacities paper sizes RAM Macintosh OS 9Macintosh OS X 64 MB128 MB 128 MB256 MB Disk space needed for installation 200 MB Additional disk space needed for scanned images 50 MB Monitor SVGA 800 x 600 Media CD-ROM drive I/O A...

print specifications 41 hp psc 2100 series print specifications • 1200 x 1200 dpi black with resolution enhancement technology (REt) • 1200 x 1200 dpi color with HP PhotoREt III • Method: Drop-on-demand thermal inkjet • Language: HP PCL Level 3, PCL3 GUI or PCL 10 • Print speeds vary according to th...

technical information 42 hp psc 2100 series copy specifications • Digital image processing • Up to 99 copies from original (varies by model) • Digital zoom from 25 to 400% (varies by model) • Fit to page, Poster, Many on page • Up to 17 cpm black, 12 cpm color (varies by model) • Copy speeds vary ac...

scan specifications 43 hp psc 2100 series scan specifications • Create photo projects • Image editor inclu ded • OCR software automatically converts to editable text • Scan speeds vary according to the complexity of the document physical specifications • Height: 8.7 in. (22 cm) • Width: 18.2 in. (46...

technical information 44 hp psc 2100 series environmental product stewardship program protecting the environment Hewlett-Packard is committed to providing quality products in an environmentaly sound manner. This product has been designed with several attributes to minimize impacts on our environment...

technical information 46 hp psc 2100 series declaration of conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer’s Name and Address: Hewlett-Packard Company, 16399 West Bernardo Drive, San Diego, CA 92127-1899, USA declares that the product Product Name: hp psc 2100 series (C8644A) Mode...

get support and other information from the internet 47 get hp psc 2100 support This section explains the service information provided by Hewlett-Packard.If you are unable to find the answer you need in the printed or onscreen documentation supplied with your product, you can contact one of the HP su...

get hp psc 2100 support 48 hp psc 2100 series display your service ID, on the front panel, press Enter and Start Copy , Color at the same time, until SERV ID: and the number appear in the front-panel display – Print a Self-Test Report. See print a self-test report on page 26 for information on print...

hp distribution center 49 hp psc 2100 series 8 Retain the front panel cover. Do not return the front panel cover with the unit. 9 If available, pack the unit for shipment using the original packing materials or the packaging materials that come with your exchange unit. If you do not have the origina...

warranty service 51 warranty information hp psc 2100 seriesDuration of Limited Warranty (hardware and labor): 1 YearDuration of Limited Warranty (CD media): 90 DaysDuration of Limited Warranty (ink cartridges): 90 Days warranty service express service To obtain HP express repair service, the custome...

warranty information 52 hp psc 2100 series hewlett-packard limited global warranty statement extent of limited warranty Hewlett-Packard (“HP”) warrants to the end-user customer (“Customer”) that each HP PSC 2100 Series product (“Product”), including related software, accessories, media, and supplies...

index 55 index Numerics 4-by-6 inch photo paper, load 11 , 13 A adjust settings copy 17 view angle 35 align cartridges 29 B banner paper tips on loading 13 best copy quality 16 buttons cancel 4 copies (1-99) 4 , 16 front panel 3 quality 4 , 16 start scan 4 , 23 C cancel button 4 copy 21 scan 24 cart...

order supplies 59 order supplies Use the following information for ordering supplies for your HP PSC 2100 Series. order media To order media such as HP Premium Inkjet Paper, HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film, HP Iron-On T-shirt Transfer paper, or HP Greeting Cards, see one of the following: • For ...

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