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published 12/02
Hewlett-Packard Company Shared Printer Organization POB 15 Boise, ID USA 83707-0015 product description
Model: HP LaserJet Series 4300 Printers
Models: Weight, Width x Depth x Height HP LaserJet 4300 (Q2431A): HP LaserJet 4300n (Q2432A): HP LaserJet 4300tn (Q2433A): HP LaserJet 4300dtn(Q2434A): 20 kg, 41.2 x 43.9 x 36.6 cm 20 kg, 41.2 x 43.9 x 36.6 cm 27 kg, 41.2 x 43.9 x 48.8 cm 30 kg, 41.2 x 52.0 x 48.8 cm
HP LaserJet 4300dtns (Q2435A): 33 kg, 41.2 x 52.0 x 68.0 cm HP LaserJet 4300dtnsl (Q2448A): 34 kg, 41.2 x 52.0 x 74.0 cm (Measurements provided are for a non-packaged product)
environmental certifications other features
This product conforms to the following voluntary environmental program criteria: ENERGY STAR
HP has designed this product with the following additional features to help the user conserve resources: Instant-On Fusingsaves energy Automatic Two-Sided Printing (Duplexer Accessory)saves paper N-Up Printingsaves paper Draft Quality Printing Optionsaves toner/ink and paper 1 year 1/3 years, Optional 5 years after end of production 5 years after end of production
warranty, service & options
Standard Warranty: Extended Warranty: Spare Parts Available: Service Available:
The product can be upgraded, or its useful life extended as follows: Expandable Memory Optional Network Connectivity Optional Accessories (Automatic Duplexer, 500-Sheet Feeder, 1500-sheet Feeder, 75Sheet Envelope Feeder, 500-Sheet Stacker, 500-Sheet Stapler/Stacker, Network Connectivity Options, Printer Stand/Storage

operational data

Operational Mode: 45 pages-per-minute in normal print mode Power Consumption (Maximum level for all models): Operation: Ready: Sleep: Off: Operation: Ready: Chemical Emissions: (Per RAL-UZ 85, Annex 3,4,5) Ozone Styrene Dust Operation: 0.007 mg/m TLV/MAK=0.2 mg/m Operation: 0.013 mg/m TLV/MAK=85 mg/m Operation: 0.024 mg/m TLV=10mg/m inhalable particulate, 3mg/m respirable particulate; MAK=6mg/m <685 W <28 W <25 W (Per U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR Test Guidelines) <0.1 W 7.0 bels 4.0 bels
Acoustical Noise (LaserJet 4300): (declared sound power (LwAd) per ISO 7779/ISO 9296)
TLV: Threshold Limit Value established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists. MAK (Maximale Arbeitsplatz Konzentration): Maximum workplace concentration in the Federal Republic of Germany. Note: Tests are conducted using HP printing supplies. Results with other than HP supplies may differ.
product safety information product restricted materials
For chemical information about related HP printer supplies, please refer to Material Safety Data Sheets for these products at: http://www.hp.com/go/msds The information in this section refers to materials restricted by regulation or law and applies to parts, components and products sold by HP. This product does not contain: Asbestos Cadmium as a stabilizer, coloring agent or surface coating treatment. Lead carbonates or sulfates are not contained in any paint applied. Mercury (except lamps containing less than 10 mg) Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), halons, HCFCs, HBFCs, 1,1,1 trichloroethane, carbon tetrachloride or methyl bromide. Chlorinated or brominated dioxins or furans are not present at a concentration that is currently prohibited by law. Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) or polychlorinated terphenyls (PCT).

For additional product material information about this product, see additional product materials below. For product material information for associated batteries and packaging, see batteries and packaging, below.
additional product materials batteries packaging
Plastic parts do not contain polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) or polybrominated biphenyl ethers (PBBEs) (also known as polybrominated biphenyl oxides (PBBOs)). Halogenated flame-retardants are not used in the housing plastics. This product does not contain batteries. Packaging materials do not contain lead, mercury, cadmium or hexavalent chromium as an intentionally added element. The sum concentration of incidental lead, mercury, cadmium and hexavalent chromium in the packaging for this product is less than 100mg/kg. No chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), halons, HCFCs, HBFCs, 1,1,1 trichloroethane, carbon tetrachloride or methyl bromide are used in plastic foam packaging materials.
Plastic packaging materials are marked according to ISO 11469 or DIN 6120 standards. External: Corrugated Paper1 Weight: 3.24 kg Internal: Expanded Plastic-Foam2 Low Density Polyethylene-Bag(s)
Packaging Weight (LaserJet 4200):
Weight: 0.64 kg Weight: 0.15 kg
Made with recycled paper. Actual proportions of recycled content will vary depending on geographic location. Expanded plastic is 90% expanded polystyrene and 10% expanded polyethylene by weight.
HP designs packaging to be recyclable where practical. The recyclability of the packaging depends on the availability of municipal recycling programs for the packaging used. To ensure compliance with local packaging take-back requirements, in the following European countries, HP is a member of a packaging recovery scheme. Some countries are operating a Green Dot system as indicated.
Countries with Green Dot systems Austria (ARA) Belgium (Fostplus: consumer products) (Val-I-Pac: professional products) France (Eco-Emballages) Germany (DSD) Ireland (Repak) Portugal (Punto Verde SA) Spain (Ecoembes) Sweden (Repa Registret)
Countries with no Green Dot system Finland (PYR Ltd) Italy (Conai) Norway (Materialretur) Switzerland (SWICO) UK (Valpak) Some larger HP offices also accept HP product packaging* from customers in countries or areas without local packaging recovery schemes. Contact your local HP sales office for more information.

*This does not include packaging that is contaminated or contains dangerous substances, which should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
End-of-life management/ recyclability
Hewlett-Packard offers end-of-life HP product return programs in certain geographic areas. To determine if a program is available for this HP product in your area, please refer to our recycling Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/recycle or contact your nearest HP sales office. Products returned to HP will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a responsible manner This HP product is designed to enhance end-of-life disposal options by: Marking plastic parts weighing more than 25g according to ISO 11469 international standards Eliminating glues and adhesives from product construction where technically feasible Using common fasteners
Including snap-in features
This HP product contains the following materials that may require special handling at endof-life: Lead in solder. For recycling information, you can contact www.hp.com/go/recycle or contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.

company information

Environmental Policy Hewlett-Packard Company established an environmental policy in 1992 with the goals of providing products and services that are environmentally sound throughout their lifecycles and conducting its operations worldwide in an environmentally responsible manner. HP has strengthened that commitment with the intent to be the recognized leader in inventing environmentally sustainable solutions for the common good.
ISO 14001 In June 2000 HP achieved ISO 14001 certificationthe international standard for environmental management systemsof its worldwide manufacturing operations. Issued by the independent registration firm, Bureau Veritas Quality International (BVQI), this global certification is your assurance that HPs policies, procedures and organization for managing the environmental aspects of our operations meet the voluntary requirements of ISO 14001.
Ozone-Depleting Substances Hewlett-Packard has eliminated all manufacturing process uses of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), HBFCs, halons, 1,1,1 trichloroethane (TCA), carbon tetrachloride and methyl bromide, and we require suppliers to avoid using these chemicals in their manufacturing processes.

for more information

The following information is available online at http://www.hp.com/go/environment More about HPs commitment to the environment Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for HP printer supplies Environmental profiles for many related HP products End-of-life return and recycling programs for selected HP products, depending upon geographic location
The information presented in this document is based largely on the recommendations made by the ECMA Standardizing Information and Communication Systems Technical Committee 38, Technical Report 70, and is believed accurate and reliable for operating the HP LaserJet 4300 printer series, including recommended maintenance and use of supplies and accessories that meet all requirements and recommendations presented in the user/service manuals. Data are the most current available to Hewlett-Packard at the time of preparation and is issued as a matter of information only. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered service mark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Hewlett-Packard Company has determined this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed under copyright laws.

Removing the optional envelope feeder. Loading envelopes in the optional envelope feeder. Printing special paper. Printing labels. Printing transparencies. Printing letterhead, prepunched, or preprinted paper (single-sided). Printing on paper with a special finish. Printing small sizes, custom sizes, or heavy paper. Setting custom paper sizes. Printing both sides of paper (optional duplexer). Guidelines for printing both sides of paper. Orientation of paper for duplexing. Layout options for printing both sides of paper. Using printer driver features. Using job-storage features. Quick copying a job. Deleting a quick copy job. Proofing and holding a job. Deleting a held job. Printing a private job. Deleting a private job. Storing a print job. Deleting a stored job.
3 Managing and maintaining the printer
Overview. Using the embedded Web server. Gaining access to the embedded Web server. Viewing embedded Web server pages. Configuring e-mail alerts. Managing the print cartridge. Checking the supply level. Print-cartridge interaction (shaking). Cartridge Low and Cartridge Out conditions. Checking the printer configuration. Menu map. Configuration page. Supplies status page. PS or PCL font list. Cleaning the printer. Cleaning the inside of the printer. Cleaning the fuser. Running the cleaning page manually. Running the cleaning page automatically. Performing preventative maintenance. Replacing the stapler unit. Removing and replacing the stapler unit. 92 92

4 Problem solving

Overview. 95 Clearing jams. 96 Clearing jams from the top-cover and print-cartridge areas. 97 Clearing jams from the optional envelope feeder. 99 Clearing jams from the trays. 100 Clearing jams from the optional duplexer. 102 Clearing jams from the output areas. 103 Clearing jams from the fuser area. ENWW
Clearing jams from the optional stacker or stapler/stacker. 106 Solving repeated paper jams. 108 Understanding printer messages. 109 Control panel messages. 110 Mopy disk error messages. 121 Understanding accessory lights for the stacker and stapler/stacker. 122 Accessory lights. 122 Replacing accessories or accessory components. 123 Correcting print-quality problems. 124 Determining printer problems. 131 Troubleshooting flowchart. 131 Troubleshooting flowchart for Macintosh users. 136 Selecting an alternate PPD. 138 Troubleshooting the optional hard disk. 139 Troubleshooting PS errors. 140 Communicating with an optional HP Jetdirect print server. 141

Expandable design

Two EIO (enhanced input/output) slots for connecting to networks or additional devices. Expandable memory up to 416 MB. Optional, stackable 500-sheet tray and feeder units. Up to two optional tray and feeder units can be installed. Optional 1,500-sheet tray and feeder. Up to two optional tray and feeder units can be installed, only one of which can be a 1,500-sheet tray and feeder. Optional envelope feeder that holds up to 75 envelopes. Optional duplexer for two-sided printing. Optional stacker that can hold up to 500 sheets. Optional stapler/stacker that can staple jobs of up to 15 sheets or hold up to 500 unstapled sheets. Optional storage cabinet. Optional flash storage for forms, fonts, and signatures. Optional hard disk for job storage.
Printer features and benefits 11

Printer configurations

The HP LaserJet 4200 series and 4300 series printers have six models each: the base, n, tn, dtn, dtns, and dtnsl models. The following table describes the features of each model for each series.
HP LaserJet 4200 series HP LaserJet 4300 series 64 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and one 500-sheet tray
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dtnsl model

64 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and two 500-sheet trays HP Jetdirect 10/100Base-TX print server card for network connection duplexer for automatic two-sided printing 500-sheet stapler/stacker output accessory

dtns model

64 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and two 500-sheet trays HP Jetdirect 10/100Base-TX print server card for network connection duplexer for automatic two-sided printing 500-sheet stacker output accessory

dtn model

64 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and two 500-sheet trays HP Jetdirect 10/100Base-TX print server card for network connection duplexer for automatic two-sided printing

tn model

64 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and two 500-sheet trays HP Jetdirect 10/100Base-TX print server card for network connection friend

n model

64 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and one 500-sheet tray HP Jetdirect 10/100Base-TX print server card for network connection

Base model

48 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and one 500-sheet tray
80 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and one 500-sheet tray HP Jetdirect 10/100Base-TX print server card for network connection
80 MB RAM, expandable up to 416 MB one 100-sheet tray and two 500-sheet trays HP Jetdirect 10/100Base-TX print server card for network connection

PPDs, in combination with the Apple LaserWriter 8 driver for OS 8 to 9.xx and PS Converter for OS X 10.1 or later, allow you to gain access to the printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer. An installation program for the PPDs and other software is provided on the CD-ROM. Use the appropriate PS driver that comes with the operating system.
PDEs (Printer Dialog Extensions), in combination with the Apple LaserWriter Driver for OS X, allow you to gain access to the printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer. An installation program for the PPDs, PDEs, and other software is provided on the CD-ROM. Use the Apple LaserWriter driver that comes with the operating system.

HP LaserJet Utility

The HP LaserJet Utility allows control of features that are not available in the driver. The illustrated screens make selecting printer features by using the Macintosh computer easier than ever. Use the HP LaserJet Utility to do the following operations: customize the printer control panel messages name the printer, assign it to a zone on the network, download files and fonts, and change most of the printer settings set a password for the printer use the computer to lock out functions at the printer control panel to prevent unauthorized access (see the printer software Help) configure and set the printer for IP printing
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The HP LaserJet Utility currently is not supported for OS X, but the utility is supported for the Classic environment. The HP LaserJet Utility is not supported for the languages of Czech, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, or Turkish.

Software for networks

The printer software provides a link for the HP Web Jetadmin software for managing the printer. For a summary of available HP network installation and configuration software solutions, see the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrators Guide (included with printers that contain an HP Jetdirect print server).

HP Web Jetadmin software

HP Web Jetadmin 6.5 is a Web-based software solution for remotely installing, monitoring, and troubleshooting network-connected peripherals. The software's intuitive browser interface simplifies cross-platform management of a wide range of devices, including HP and non-HP printers. Management is proactive, allowing network administrators the ability to resolve printer issues before users are affected. Download this free, enhanced-management software at http:// www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin. To obtain plug-ins to HP Web Jetadmin, click plug-ins, and then click applications. When installed on a host server, HP Web Jetadmin can be accessed by any client through a supported Web browser by browsing to the HP Web Jetadmin host. If installed on a host server, HP Web Jetadmin is available to any client through a supported Web browser (such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.x or Netscape Navigator 4.x or later) by browsing to the HP Web Jetadmin host. HP Web Jetadmin features include: Proactively manages devices with features such as e-mail notification, consumables status, and configurable alerts Remotely installs and configures devices Conducts remote diagnostics of devices Resource Manager plug-in manages disk drive, flash, and RAM memory, as well as the forms and fonts stored on the hard drives of network printers Integrated firmware download manager enables batch configuration upgrades to HP Jetdirect print servers and selected printers to multiple device configuration Configures multiple devices simultaneously Task-oriented, Web-based interface (no client software required) Automatically discovers devices on your network Allows you to create custom profiles and views Easily organizes peripherals into logical groups with virtual office maps for ease of navigation Manages legacy devices that do not have an HP embedded Web server Supports multiple protocols (TCP/IP and IPX) Universal printer support manages third-party standard MIB-compliant printers Integrated Web server runs HP Web Jetadmin without a dedicated Web server (HP Web Jetadmin runs on Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 Professional, or Linux operating systems, storing information in one central database) Easily integrates with enterprise management solutions such as OpenView, Computer Associates (UniCenter), and Tivoli

Using job-storage features 73

Storing a print job

You can download a print job to the optional hard disk without printing it. You can then print the job at any time at the printer control panel. For example, you might want to download a personnel form, calendar, time sheet, or accounting form that other users can gain access to and print.

To store a print job

To store a print job permanently on the optional hard disk, select the Stored Job option in the driver when printing the job.

To print a stored job

Deleting a stored job
Jobs stored on the optional hard disk can be deleted at the printer control panel.

To delete a stored job

Managing and maintaining the printer
This section explains how to manage and maintain the printer. Using the embedded Web server on page 76 Managing the print cartridge on page 80 Configuring e-mail alerts on page 79 Checking the printer configuration on page 83 Cleaning the printer on page 87 Cleaning the fuser on page 89 (cleaning manually or automatically) Performing preventative maintenance on page 91 Replacing the stapler unit on page 92

Overview 75

Using the embedded Web server
This printer comes equipped with an embedded Web server. Use your computers standard Web browser to gain access to printer information provided in the embedded Web server, including: printer control panel messages supply levels tray configuration printer control panel menu configuration printer configuration page supplies status page (available only if you are using genuine HP supplies) printer event log printer usage (types of print jobs) network information instant support (troubleshooting) product support printer alerts
You can also use the embedded Web server to perform the print job management functions that would usually be done at the printer control panel. These functions include: changing printer settings changing printer configuration canceling print jobs
You can use the embedded Web server plug-in for HP Web Jetadmin to configure embedded Web server parameters, such as alerts, on multiple printers at a time. The plug-in allows for batch configuration of all printers with both an embedded Web server and an optional hard disk installed. To obtain this plug-in, visit http://www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin, click plug-ins, and then click applications.

Remove the new stapler unit from its packaging. Connect the cable on the new stapler unit to the stapler/stacker. Place the peg located on the bottom of the new stapler unit into the hole in the stapler/stacker. Press down on the tab at the top of the stapler unit and push the unit into the stapler/stacker.
10 Rotate the stapler unit toward the rear of the printer until the unit clicks into place. 11 If the stapler cartridge is not installed in the stapler unit, install it now. (See To load staples on page 41.)
Replacing the stapler unit 93

Problem solving

This section will help you to troubleshoot and solve minor printer problems.
Clearing jams on page 96 Occasionally, paper can jam during printing. This section will help you to locate jams, properly clear them from the printer, and solve repeated jams. The printer control panel display shows various messages. It shows printer status messages, such as INITIALIZING, and messages that require action, such as CLOSE TOP COVER. This section lists messages that require action or indicate a problem and provides instructions for what to do. Self-explanatory messages are not included. This section explains errors that might occur when you are printing to the stacker or stapler/stacker accessory. This section describes error conditions indicated by the accessory lights and solutions to try. The printer should produce print jobs of the highest quality. If print jobs do not look sharp and clear, defects such as lines, specks, or smears appear, or paper is wrinkled or curled, use this section to troubleshoot and solve the output-quality problem.
Understanding printer messages on page 109
Understanding accessory lights for the stacker and stapler/stacker on page 122 Correcting print-quality problems on page 124
Determining printer problems Before you can fix a printer problem, you must understand where the on page 131 problem lies. Use the flowchart in this section to determine the printer problem, and then follow the corresponding troubleshooting suggestions. Troubleshooting the optional hard disk on page 139 If you have an optional printer hard disk accessory, this section can help you identify errors that might occur while using it.

50.5 FUSER ERROR

For help press
The printer detected that the wrong fuser is installed. 1. 2. If this error occurred immediately after installing a maintenance kit, verify that the correct kit was installed. (See Part numbers on page 18.) If the message persists, contact HP Customer Support. (See Getting support on page 144.)
51.XX or 52.XX PRINTER ERROR A temporary printing error occurred. For help press alternates with To continue turn off then on 1. 2. Turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact HP Customer Support. (See Getting support on page 144.)

1. 2. 1. 2. 1. 2. 1. 2.

A temporary printing error occurred. Press SELECT ( enabled. ). The page containing the error automatically reprints if jam recovery is
If the error does not clear, turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on.
The printer detected a paper size different than what it was expecting. This is typically caused if two or more sheets stick together in the printer or if the tray is not properly adjusted. Reload the tray with the correct paper size. If you are printing from tray 1, verify that the correct paper size is selected at the printer control panel. (See Paper Handling menu on page 154.) If you are printing from any tray except tray 1, verify that the three paper size adjustments on the tray have been made correctly. See the description of adjustments in Loading tray 2 or an optional 500-sheet tray on page 43 and Loading an optional 1,500-sheet tray on page 45. ). The page containing the error will After performing the actions above, press SELECT ( automatically be reprinted if jam recovery is enabled. (Or, you might want to press CANCEL JOB to clear the job from the printer memory.)
A critical firmware error has occurred. Press SELECT ( enabled. ). The page containing the error automatically reprints if jam recovery is
If the error does not clear, turn the printer power off, then turn the printer power on.
A fuser error has occurred. Turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact HP Customer Support. (See Getting support on page 144.)
Understanding printer messages 111
53.XY.ZZ PRINTER ERROR To continue press Cancel Job or To continue turn off then on
There is a problem with the printer memory. The DIMM that caused the error will not be used. Values of X and Y are as follows: X = DIMM type 0 = ROM 1 = RAM Y = Device location 0 = Internal memory (ROM or RAM) 1 to 4 = DIMM slots 1, 2, 3, or 4 You might need to replace the specified DIMM. Turn the printer power off, and then replace the DIMM that caused the error.

The flash DIMM had a critical failure and no longer can be used. Remove the flash DIMM and replace it with a new one. (See To install memory on page 170.)
The requested operation could not be performed. You might have attempted an illegal operation, such as trying to download a file to a non existent folder.
The flash DIMM is full. Delete files from the flash DIMM. Use Device Storage Manager in HP Web Jetadmin to download or delete files and fonts. (See the HP Web Jetadmin software Help for more information.)
LOAD TRAY 1 [TYPE] [SIZE] For help press might alternate with To use another tray press
This message occurs for the following reasons: Tray 1 was requested in the program, but the tray is empty. The printer cannot find the requested size of paper in the printer.
If the correct paper size is loaded, the adjustments to the tray have not been set correctly, either at the printer control panel or on the tray itself. To set the type at the printer control panel, see the description of TRAY 1 TYPE in Paper Handling menu on page 154. To set adjustments on the tray, see Loading trays on page 42. 1. 2. 3. Load the requested paper in tray 1, or press SELECT ( print on a loaded paper size. If printing does not continue, press PAUSE/RESUME. If you are trying to print A4- or letter-size paper and this message appears, make sure that the default paper size is set correctly on the Printing submenu (on the Configure Device menu) at the printer control panel and also in the program. See the description of PAPER SIZE in Configure Device menu on page 157. a. Press PAUSE/RESUME to print from the next available tray. b. Use UP ARROW ( sizes. c. Press SELECT ( ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) to scroll through the available types and ) to override the message and
might alternate with To use another tray press

2. 3. 4.

LOADING PROGRAM [XX] Do not power off

LOWER THE OPTIONAL BIN

LOAD TRAY [XX]: [TYPE] [SIZE] For help press
) to accept the alternate type or size.
If a custom size is being used, another line appears in the message giving the x and y dimensions of the paper. This message occurs for the following reasons: The tray indicated was requested, but the tray is empty. The tray indicated was requested, but the adjustments are not set for the requested type or size. Make sure that size adjustments have been made. See the explanation of adjustments in Loading tray 2 or an optional 500-sheet tray on page 43 and Loading an optional 1,500-sheet tray on page 45. Also make sure that the type has been set at the printer control panel. See the description of TRAY [N] TYPE in Paper Handling menu on page 154. Load the requested paper in the indicated tray, or press SELECT ( message and print on a loaded paper size. If printing does not continue, press PAUSE/RESUME. If you are trying to print A4- or letter-size paper and this message appears, make sure that the default paper size is set correctly on the Printing submenu (on the Configure Device menu) at the printer control panel and also in the program. See the description of PAPER SIZE in Configure Device menu on page 157. a. Press PAUSE/RESUME to print from the next available tray. b. Use UP ARROW ( sizes. c. Press SELECT ( ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) to scroll through the available types and ) to override the

TRAY 2 SIZE

Set the value to correspond with the paper size currently loaded in the specified tray, where [N] is the number of the tray.

TRAY 2 TYPE

Sets the value to correspond with the type of paper or ANY other print media currently loaded in the specified tray, *PLAIN where [N] is the number of the tray. PREPRINTED LETTERHEAD TRANSPARENCY PREPUNCHED LABELS BOND RECYCLED COLOR CARDSTOCK > 64 g/m2 ROUGH This item appears only if an optional tray is installed. ANY *PLAIN PREPRINTED LETTERHEAD TRANSPARENCY PREPUNCHED LABELS BOND RECYCLED COLOR CARDSTOCK > 64 g/m2 ROUGH *LETTER LEGAL A4 There is no value to select. INCHES MM 3.0 to 8.50 INCHES 76 to 216 MM This item appears only if an optional tray is installed. The available sizes might vary depending upon the optional feeder device that is installed. This item appears only if a tray is set to a custom size. Selects the unit of measure to use when you set custom paper sizes for the specified tray. Sets the measurement of the width of the paper (measurement from side to side in the tray).

TRAY [N] TYPE

TRAY [N] SIZE
Tray [N] Custom UNIT OF MEASURE X DIMENSION

Paper Handling menu 155

Y DIMENSION
5.0 to 14.00 INCHES 127 to 356 MM
Sets the measurement of the length of the paper (measurement from front to back in the tray). After the Y DIMENSION value is selected, a summary screen appears. This screen contains feedback that summarizes all the information entered on the previous three screens, such as TRAY 1 SIZE= 8.50 x 14 INCHES, Setting saved.
156 Appendix A Control panel menus

Configure Device menu

This menu contains administrative functions.

Printing submenu

Some items on this menu are available in the program or printer driver (if the appropriate driver is installed). Program and printer driver settings override control panel settings. In general, it is better to change these settings in the printer driver, if applicable. The section that follows lists the settings and possible values. In the Values column, the default value for each setting is the one with an asterisk (*) next to it. Item
Sets the default number of copies by selecting any number ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) from 1 to 32000. Use UP ARROW ( to select the number of copies. This setting applies only to print jobs that do not have the number of copies specified in the program or printer driver, such as a DOS, UNIX, or Linux application. Note It is best to set the number of copies in the program or printer driver. (Program and printer driver settings override control panel settings.)

PRINT TEST PAGE SOURCE

There is no value to select. ALL TRAYS TRAY 1 *TRAY 2 TRAY [N] -20 to 20 (*0)
ADJUST TRAY [N] X1 Shift X2 Shift Y Shift
Configure Device menu 159
FUSER MODES PLAIN PREPRINTED LETTERHEAD TRANSPARENCY PREPUNCHED LABELS BOND RECYCLED COLOR CARDSTOCK>164 G/M2 ROUGH
[Paper Type]= NORMAL HIGH1 LOW HIGH2 RESTORE MODES
Configures the fuser mode associated with each paper types. Change the fuser mode only if you are experiencing problems printing on certain paper types. After you select a type of paper, you can select a fuser mode that is available for that type. The available selections might include some or all of the following modes: NORMAL: Used for most types of paper. HIGH 1: Used for rough paper. LOW: Used for transparencies. HIGH 2: Used for paper with a special or rough finish. The default fuser mode is NORMAL for all print media types except transparencies (LOW), and rough paper (HIGH 1). CAUTION Do not change the fuser mode for transparencies. Failure to use the LOW setting while printing transparencies can result in permanent damage to the printer and fuser. Always select Transparencies as the Type in the printer driver and set the tray type at the printer control panel to TRANSPARENCY. When selected, RESTORE MODES resets the fuser mode for each media type back to its default setting.

OPTIMIZE HIGH TRANSFER

There is no value to select. *Off ON Set to ON if you are using highly resistive, lowerquality papers. (See Scattered lines on page 130 and Blurred print on page 130.) HP recommends using only HP paper and print media. Set to ON to improve the appearance of lines if scattered lines are appearing. (See Scattered lines on page 130 and Blurred print on page 130.) Returns to the defaults for the Optimize settings. Selects the resolution. All values print at the same speed.

LINE DETAIL

*Off On There is no value to select. *FASTRES 1200 PRORES 1200
RESTORE OPTIMIZE RESOLUTION
300: Produces draft print quality and can be used for
compatibility with the HP LaserJet III family of printers.
600: Produces high print quality for text and can be
used for compatibility with the HP LaserJet 4 family of printers. FASTRES 1200: Produces 1200-dpi print quality for fast, high-quality printing of business text and graphics. PRORES 1200: Produces 1200-dpi printing for the best quality in line art and graphic images. Note It is best to change the resolution in the program or printer driver. (Program and printer driver settings override control panel settings.)

AUTO CONTINUE OFF *ON Determines how the printer reacts to errors. If the printer is on a network, you probably want to turn AUTO CONTINUE to ON.
ON: If an error occurs that prevents printing, the message appears on the printer control panel display, and the printer goes offline for 10 seconds before returning online. OFF: If an error occurs that prevents printing, the
message remains on the printer control panel display, and the printer remains offline until you press SELECT ( ). CARTRIDGE LOW STOP *CONTINUE Determines how the printer behaves if the print cartridge is low. The ORDER CARTRIDGE message first appears when about 15 percent of the toner remains in the print cartridge at 5 percent coverage. (For the 12,000-page cartridge in the LaserJet 4200 series, 15 percent is about 1,800 pages remaining. For the 18,000-page cartridge in the LaserJet 4300 series, 15 percent is about 2,700 pages remaining.) Print quality is not guaranteed if you print after receiving this message. STOP: The printer pauses printing until you replace the ) before each job to print cartridge or press SELECT ( print it. The message appears until you replace the print cartridge.
CONTINUE: The printer continues to print, and the message appears until you replace the print cartridge.
For more information, see Cartridge Low and Cartridge Out conditions on page 82. CARTRIDGE OUT STOP *CONTINUE Determines how the printer reacts if the print cartridge is empty.
STOP: The printer stops printing until you replace the print cartridge. CONTINUE: The printer continues to print, and the REPLACE CARTRIDGE message appears until you replace the print cartridge. HP does not guarantee print quality if you select CONTINUE after a REPLACE CARTRIDGE condition. Replace the print cartridge as soon as possible to ensure print quality.
If the end of drum life is reached, the printer stops, regardless of the CARTRIDGE OUT setting. JAM RECOVERY OFF ON *AUTO Determines how the printer behaves if a jam occurs. OFF: The printer does not reprint pages following a jam. Printing performance might be increased with this setting.
ON: The printer automatically reprints pages after a jam is cleared. AUTO: The printer automatically selects the best mode for printer jam recovery (usually ON).
Configure Device menu 163

RAM DISK

OFF *AUTO

Horizontal position (decipoints) ?&a#H End of line wrap Display functions on Display functions off ?&s#C ?Y ?Z
Enter PCL 6 or PCL 5e mode Enter HP-GL/2 mode

?%#A ?%#B

0 = Use previous PCL 5e cursor position 1 = Use current HP-GL/2 pen position 0 = Use previous HP-GL/2 pen position 1 = Use current PCL 5e cursor position

Symbol sets

8U = HP Roman-8 Symbol Set 10U = IBM Layout (PC-8) (code page 437) Default Symbol Sett 12U = IBM Layout for Europe (PC-850) (code page 850) 8M = Math-8 19U = Windows 3.1 Latin 1 9E = Windows 3.1 Latin 2 (commonly used in Eastern Europe) 5T = Windows 3.1 Latin 5 (commonly used in Turkey) 579L = Wingdings Font 0 = Fixed 1 = Proportional # = characters/inch 0 = = 12 (elite) 2 = 16.5 - 16.7 (compressed) # = Points 0 = Upright (solid) 1 = Italic 4 = Condensed 5 = Condensed italic 0 = Medium (book or text) 1 = Semi bold 3 = Bold 4 = Extra bold Print a PCL 6 or PCL 5e font list to view the command for each internal font.
Primary spacing Primary pitch Set pitch mode2

?(s#P ?(s#H ?&k#S

Primary height Primary style

?(s#V ?(s#S

Primary stroke wt. Font selection

Typeface

1. For custom paper, replace Custompapertype with the name of the paper, and replace the # with the number of characters in the name, plus 1. 2. The preferred method is to use the primary pitch command.
180 Appendix C Printer commands

Specifications

This section includes information about these topics: Paper specifications on page 182 Printer specifications on page 193

Overview 181

Paper specifications
HP LaserJet printers produce excellent print quality. This printer accepts a variety of print media, such as cut-sheet paper (including recycled paper), envelopes, labels, transparencies, and custom-size paper. Paper properties such as weight, grain, and moisture content are important factors affecting printer performance and output quality. The printer can use a variety of paper and other print media in accordance with the guidelines in this user guide. Paper that does not meet these guidelines can cause the following problems: poor print quality increased jams premature wear on the printer, requiring repair
182 Appendix D Specifications
For best results, use only high-quality media, such as HP-brand paper and print media. Hewlett-Packard Company cannot recommend the use of other brands. Because they are not HP products, HP cannot influence or control their quality. It is possible for paper to meet all of the guidelines in this user guide and still not produce satisfactory results. This might be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control. Before purchasing a large quantity of paper, make sure that it meets the requirements specified in this user guide and in the print media guide for the HP LaserJet family of printers. (To order the guide, see Ordering information on page 17, or visit the supplies website at http://www.hp.com/support/lj4200 or at http://www.hp.com/support/lj4300.) Always test paper before purchasing a large quantity. Using paper outside HP specifications can cause problems for the printer, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard warranty or service agreements.

darkness, setting 161 Data light 24 data transmission settings 165 Declaration of Conformity 200 default settings, restoring 166 defects, repeating 127 deleting jobs Cancel button 24, 25 private 73 quick copy 71 stored 74 density, troubleshooting 125 device identification page (embedded Web server) 78 device information page (embedded Web server) 77 device status page (embedded Web server) 77 Diagnostics menu 167

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different first page 69 dimensions, printer 193 DIMMs error messages 112 installing 170 ordering 17 part numbers 19 types of 169 disk. See hard disk accessory; RAM disk DLC/LLC setting 165 documentation online help 8 part numbers 20 setup guides 7 user and accessory guides 8 dots per inch. See resolution dots, troubleshooting 125, 129 double-sided printing See also duplex printing accessory booklet options 68 layout options 67 loading paper 66 loading paper for stapling 38 using duplexer 64, 65 Down Arrow button 24, 25 downloading documentation 7 HP Web Jetadmin 33 print jobs 74 printer drivers 29 dpi. See resolution draft quality printing 160, 161 drivers AutoCAD 28 Customization Utility 30 features 68 help 31 included 28, 29 Microsoft Windows 30 settings 26, 31 troubleshooting Macintosh 136 dropouts, troubleshooting 126 drum life out 82 duplex printing accessory bad connection message 114 binding options 67 booklet printing 68 error messages 110 jams 102 locating 15 models including 12 ordering 17 paper orientation 66 paper specifications 185 part number 18 settings 157 stapling paper 38 using 65
EIO cards bad transmission error 111 buffer overflow error 110 critical errors 114 disk errors 115 installing 173 ordering 17 part numbers 19 settings 165 slots 169 electrical specifications 194, 195 e-mail alerts 79 e-mail page (embedded Web server) 78 embedded Web server e-mail alerts, configuring 79 features 76 information pages 77 network pages 78 opening 76 ordering parts and accessories 17 settings pages 78 toner status page 81 viewing pages 77 EMI statement 201 Energy Star 198 envelope feeder bad connection message 114 envelope specifications 185 installing 54 load error messages 116 loading 53, 56 locating 15 locking 48 ordering 17 paper jams 99 part number 18 settings 48, 154 specifications 51 envelopes default size, setting 157 margins 51 printing from envelope feeder 53, 56 printing from tray setting size 154 specifications 183, 191 wrinkled, troubleshooting 129 environmental specifications 195 environmental stewardship program 198 error messages alphabetical 114 clearing persistent 109 numerical 110 settings 163 escape characters 176 ethernet cards, part numbers 19 EtherTalk setting 165 event log 84 event log page (embedded Web server) 77

EconoMode setting 161

face-up bin. See rear output bin factory defaults, restoring 166 FastRes resolution 10, 160 FCC regulations 197 features, printer 10 feed rollers, replacing 91

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warnings setting 163 warranty print cartridge 148 printer 147 service information 146 watermarks, printing 69 wavy paper, troubleshooting 128 Web Jetadmin checking toner level 81 e-mail alerts, configuring 79 features 33 websites documentation 7 Energy Star 198 HP Support Packs 145 HP Web Jetadmin 33 linking to embedded Web server 78 parts, ordering 143 printer drivers 29 service agreements 145 supplies 182 support 144 weight, paper specifications 1,500-sheet tray 184 500-sheet tray 184 duplexer 185 envelope feeder 185 equivalence table 189 stapler/stacker 186 tray weight, printer 194 white lines or spots, troubleshooting 129 Wide A4 settings 158 Windows, Microsoft fonts, included 10 printer drivers 30 settings, printer driver 31 versions supported 28 wrinkled paper, troubleshooting 129

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