HP Color LaserJet 2605, Color LaserJet2605dn, Color LaserJet 2605dtn Service Manual
HP Color LaserJet 2605, 2605dn, 2605dtn
Service Manual
HP Color LaserJet 2605, 2605dn, 2605dtn
Service Manual
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Table of contents
1 Printer basics
Printer configurations ............................................................................................................................. 2
HP Color LaserJet 2605 printer ............................................................................................ 2
HP Color LaserJet 2605dn printer ........................................................................................ 2
HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn printer ....................................................................................... 3
Printer features ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Walkaround ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Software ................................................................................................................................................. 8
Software and supported operating systems ......................................................................... 8
Print-media specifications ...................................................................................................................... 9
General guidelines ................................................................................................................ 9
Paper and print media ........................................................................................................... 9
Printing and storage environment ....................................................................................... 10
Envelopes ........................................................................................................................... 10
Labels .................................................................................................................................. 12
Transparencies ................................................................................................................... 13
HP LaserJet glossy paper and HP LaserJet Photo paper .................................................. 13
Letterhead or preprinted forms ........................................................................................... 13
HP LaserJet Tough paper ................................................................................................... 13
Custom-sized print media or cardstock .............................................................................. 14
Supported media weights and sizes ................................................................................... 14
2 Installation
Site preparation ................................................................................................................................... 18
Operating environment ....................................................................................................... 18
Minimum system requirements ........................................................................................... 19
Requirements for PC systems ........................................................................... 19
Requirements for Macintosh systems (non-PostScript) .................................... 19
Package contents ................................................................................................................................ 20
Install input devices ............................................................................................................................. 21
Installing Tray 3 (2605dtn) .................................................................................................. 21
Loading Tray 1 .................................................................................................................... 21
Loading Trays 2 and 3 ........................................................................................................ 23
3 Managing and maintenance
Control panel menus ........................................................................................................................... 30
Using the control panel menus ........................................................................................... 30
Control panel menu map .................................................................................................... 30
Managing supplies ............................................................................................................................... 32
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Supplies life ......................................................................................................................... 32
Checking and ordering supplies ......................................................................................... 32
To check status and order using the control panel ............................................ 32
To check and order supplies using HP ToolboxFX ........................................... 32
To check and order using HP Web Jetadmin .................................................... 33
Storing supplies .................................................................................................................. 33
Replacing and recycling supplies ....................................................................................... 33
HP policy on non-HP supplies ............................................................................................ 33
Resetting the printer for non-HP supplies .......................................................... 33
HP anti-counterfeit website ................................................................................................. 34
Cleaning the printer ............................................................................................................................. 35
To remove toner build-up .................................................................................................... 35
To clean the paper path using HP ToolboxFX ................................................................... 37
Cartridge out override .......................................................................................................................... 38
Configuration ....................................................................................................................... 38
On-going operation ............................................................................................................. 38
Calibrating the printer .......................................................................................................................... 39
To calibrate the printer at the printer .................................................................................. 39
To calibrate the printer from the HP ToolboxFX ................................................................. 39
Managing the printer ............................................................................................................................ 40
Device pages and reports ................................................................................................... 40
Demo page ......................................................................................................... 40
Configuration page ............................................................................................. 40
Supplies Status page ......................................................................................... 41
Networking page ................................................................................................ 43
Fonts pages ........................................................................................................ 43
Usage page ........................................................................................................ 43
Menu map ........................................................................................................................... 43
HP ToolboxFX ..................................................................................................................... 44
To view HP ToolboxFX ...................................................................................... 44
Status ................................................................................................................. 45
Event log ............................................................................................ 45
Alerts .................................................................................................................. 46
Set up status alerts ............................................................................ 46
Set up e-mail alerts ........................................................................... 46
Help .................................................................................................................... 46
Device settings ................................................................................................... 47
Device information ............................................................................. 47
Paper handling .................................................................................. 48
Printing .............................................................................................. 48
PCL5e ................................................................................................ 48
PostScript .......................................................................................... 49
Print quality ........................................................................................ 49
Print density ....................................................................................... 49
Paper types ....................................................................................... 50
Memory card (HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn) ...................................... 50
System setup ..................................................................................... 51
Service ............................................................................................... 51
Network settings ................................................................................................. 51
Using the embedded Web server ....................................................................................... 51
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4 Operational theory
Engine control system ......................................................................................................................... 56
Image formation system ...................................................................................................................... 59
Pickup and feed system ...................................................................................................................... 69
Service-only tools (SERVICE ONLY) .................................................................................................. 80
To access the embedded Web server using a network connection .................. 52
Information tab ................................................................................................... 52
Settings tab ........................................................................................................ 53
Networking tab ................................................................................................... 53
Other links in HP ToolboxFX .............................................................................. 53
Basic sequence of operation .............................................................................................. 56
Power-on sequence ............................................................................................................ 57
Motors and fans .................................................................................................................. 57
Main motor failure detection ............................................................................... 58
Fan motor failure detection ................................................................................ 58
Image formation process .................................................................................................... 61
Latent image formation ...................................................................................... 62
Laser/scanner system ........................................................................................ 63
Developing stage ................................................................................................................ 63
Print cartridge ..................................................................................................... 64
Transfer belt (ETB) ............................................................................................. 65
Transfer stage ..................................................................................................................... 66
Separation stage ................................................................................................................. 67
Fusing stage ....................................................................................................................... 67
Manual feed slot pickup mechanism .................................................................................. 71
Paper feed mechanism ....................................................................................................... 71
Skew correction by the registration shutter ........................................................................ 71
Jam detection ...................................................................................................................... 72
Solenoid, motor, and fan locations ..................................................................................... 73
Printed circuit assembly locations ....................................................................................... 73
250-sheet tray solenoid and printed circuit locations ......................................................... 74
Duplexing mechanism ........................................................................................................ 75
General timing chart ............................................................................................................ 80
Printer calibration ................................................................................................................ 81
5 Removal and replacement
Overview .............................................................................................................................................. 84
Service approach ................................................................................................................................. 85
Pre-service procedures ....................................................................................................... 85
Removal and replacement procedures ............................................................................................... 86
Print cartridge replacement ................................................................................................. 86
ETB removal and replacement ........................................................................................... 89
Fuser removal and replacement ......................................................................................... 97
Formatter removal and replacement ................................................................................ 105
DC controller removal and replacement ........................................................................... 108
Separation assembly removal and replacement .............................................................. 111
Paper-pickup roller removal and replacement .................................................................. 112
Control panel removal and replacement ........................................................................... 114
Memory-card assembly removal and replacement .......................................................... 119
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6 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting process ................................................................................................................... 134
Control-panel messages .................................................................................................................... 136
Clearing jams ..................................................................................................................................... 142
E-Label reader guide pin damage ..................................................................................................... 150
Print problems .................................................................................................................................... 151
Functional tests (SERVICE ONLY) ................................................................................................... 163
Service mode functions (SERVICE ONLY) ....................................................................................... 164
Troubleshooting tools ........................................................................................................................ 166
Duplexing drive unit removal and replacement ................................................................ 124
Duplexing-driver PCA removal and replacement ............................................................. 129
Troubleshooting checklist ................................................................................................. 134
Alert and warning messages ............................................................................................ 136
Status-log messages ........................................................................................................ 140
Where to look for jams ...................................................................................................... 142
To clear jams from inside the printer ................................................................................ 143
To clear jams from the duplex area (HP Color LaserJet 2605dn and 2605dtn models
only) .................................................................................................................................. 144
To clear jams from the top bin (HP Color LaserJet 2605) ................................................ 146
To clear jams from the top output area (HP Color LaserJet 2605dn and 2605dtn
models only) ...................................................................................................................... 147
To clear jams from Tray 2 or optional Tray 3 .................................................................... 149
Printed image quality problems ........................................................................................ 151
Improving print quality ...................................................................................... 151
Paper Types menu .......................................................................... 151
Print Modes menu ........................................................................... 151
Print quality menu ............................................................................ 152
Understanding print-quality settings ................................................................. 153
To temporarily change print-quality settings ................................... 153
To change print-quality settings for all future jobs .......................... 153
Identifying and correcting printed image defects ............................................. 153
Print-quality checklist ....................................................................... 154
General print quality issues .............................................................................. 154
Solving issues with color documents ............................................................... 158
Paper handling issues ...................................................................................................... 160
Wrong size/type media ..................................................................................... 160
Cannot select a tray or feature to use .............................................................. 161
Performance problems ..................................................................................................... 161
Engine-test print ................................................................................................................ 163
Cold reset .......................................................................................................................... 164
NVRAM initializer .............................................................................................................. 164
Super NVRAM initializer ................................................................................................... 164
Restoring page counts and serial number ........................................................................ 165
Cleaning the ETB .............................................................................................................. 165
Printer pages and reports ................................................................................................. 166
Demo page ....................................................................................................... 166
Configuration page ........................................................................................... 167
Supplies Status page ....................................................................................... 167
Fuser cleaning page ......................................................................................... 167
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Print quality troubleshooting pages .................................................................. 167
Status log ......................................................................................................... 167
Event log .......................................................................................................... 168
Service menu .................................................................................................................... 169
Service menu settings ...................................................................................... 169
Restoring the factory-set defaults .................................................................... 169
To restore the factory-set defaults .................................................. 169
Secondary service menu .................................................................................................. 169
HP ToolboxFX ................................................................................................................................... 171
HP ToolboxFX ................................................................................................................... 171
To view HP ToolboxFX .................................................................................... 171
Troubleshooting tab ......................................................................................... 171
Print quality troubleshooting pages .................................................................................. 171
Printer calibration .............................................................................................................. 171
Cleaning page ................................................................................................................... 172
Configuration page ............................................................................................................ 172
Diagnostic resources ......................................................................................................................... 173
Reports menu ................................................................................................................... 173
Network/Web diagnostics tools ......................................................................................... 173
Repetitive-image-defect ruler ............................................................................................................ 174
Firmware and software updates ........................................................................................................ 175
7 Parts and diagrams
Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 178
Assembly locations ............................................................................................................................ 182
Covers ............................................................................................................................................... 188
Internal assemblies ............................................................................................................................ 192
Input devices ...................................................................................................................................... 210
Diagrams ........................................................................................................................................... 222
Alphabetical parts list ......................................................................................................................... 223
Numerical parts list ............................................................................................................................ 226
Appendix A Specifications
Printer specifications ......................................................................................................................... 230
Appendix B Service and support
Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement ..................................................................................... 234
Print Cartridge Limited Warranty Statement ..................................................................................... 235
HP Customer Care ............................................................................................................................ 236
Availability of support and service ..................................................................................................... 238
HP Care Pack™ Services and Service Agreements ........................................................ 238
Repacking the printer ........................................................................................................................ 239
To repack the printer ......................................................................................................... 239
Service information form .................................................................................................................... 240
Appendix C Regulatory information
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 242
FCC regulations ................................................................................................................................. 243
Environmental Product Stewardship program ................................................................................... 244
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Protecting the environment ............................................................................................... 244
Ozone production .............................................................................................................. 244
Power consumption .......................................................................................................... 244
HP LaserJet printing supplies ........................................................................................... 244
Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in the European Union .... 245
Material safety data sheet ................................................................................................. 246
Declaration of conformity ................................................................................................................... 247
Country/region-specific safety statements ........................................................................................ 248
Laser safety statement ..................................................................................................... 248
Canadian DOC statement ................................................................................................. 248
Korean EMI statement ...................................................................................................... 248
VCCI statement (Japan) ................................................................................................... 248
Finnish laser statement ..................................................................................................... 249
Index .................................................................................................................................................................. 251
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1 Printer basics
This section provides information about the following topics:
Printer configurations
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Printer features
Walkaround
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Software
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Print-media specifications
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Printer configurations
Thank you for purchasing the HP Color LaserJet 2605 Series printer. This printer is available in the
configurations described below.
HP Color LaserJet 2605 printer
The HP Color LaserJet 2605 printer is a four-color laser printer that prints 10 pages per minute (ppm)
in color and 12 ppm in monochrome (black and white).
● Trays. The printer comes with a single sheet priority feed slot (Tray 1) and a universal tray
(Tray 2) that holds up to 250 sheets of various paper types and sizes or 10 envelopes. It
supports an optional 250-sheet paper tray (optional Tray 3). See
on page 9 for more information.
Print-media specifications
Connectivity. The printer provides a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port for connectivity.
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Memory. The printer contains 64 megabytes (MB) of synchronous dynamic random access
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memory (SDRAM). To allow for memory expansion, the printer has one DIMM slot that accepts
256 MB RAM. This printer can support up to 320 MB of memory.
HP Color LaserJet 2605dn printer
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The HP Color LaserJet 2605dn printer is a four-color laser printer that prints 10 ppm in color and
12 ppm in monochrome (black and white).
● Trays. The printer comes with a single sheet priority feed slot (Tray 1) and a universal tray (Tray
2) that holds up to 250 sheets of various paper types and sizes or 10 envelopes. It supports an
optional 250-sheet paper tray (optional Tray 3). See
more information.
● Connectivity. The printer provides a USB port for connectivity and an HP built-in internal print
server for connecting to a 10/100Base-T network.
● Memory. The printer contains 64 megabytes (MB) of synchronous dynamic random access
memory (SDRAM). To allow for memory expansion, the printer has one DIMM slot that accepts
256 MB RAM. This printer can support up to 320 MB of memory.
● Print on Both Sides. The printer can automatically print on both sides.
Print-media specifications on page 9 for
HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn printer
The HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn printer includes the features of the HP Color LaserJet 2605dn
printer, but has an additional 250-sheet paper tray (Tray 3) and four memory card slots.
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Printer features
Feature HP Color LaserJet 2605 Series printer
Color printing ● Provides laser printing in full color by using the four
Fast print speed
Excellent print quality ●
Ease of use ● Few supplies to order. Supplies are easy to install.
Flexible paper handling
process colors: cyan, magenta, yellow, and black
(CMYK).
● Prints in black on A4/letter paper up to 12 ppm. Prints
in color on A4/letter at 10 ppm.
ImageREt 2400 provides 2400 dpi equivalent-color
quality through a multilevel printing process.
● True 600 by 600 dots per inch (dpi) text and graphics.
● Adjustable settings to optimize print quality.
The HP UltraPrecise print cartridge has a finer toner
●
formulation that provides sharper text and graphics.
Convenient access to printer information and settings
●
by using the HP ToolboxFX software.
● Convenient access to all supplies and to the paper path
through the front door.
Trays 1 and 2 for letterhead, envelopes, labels,
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transparencies, custom-sized media, postcards,
HP LaserJet glossy paper, HP LaserJet Tough paper,
heavy paper, and HP Laser Photo paper.
● A 125-sheet top output bin.
● Print on both sides manually.
Print on both sides automatically (HP Color LaserJet
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2605dn and HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn models only).
PostScript® (PS) level 3 emulation language and fonts
Interface connections ●
Energy savings ● The printer automatically conserves electricity by
Economical printing ● N-up printing (printing more than one page on a sheet)
Includes 35 built-in PS language fonts.
Hi-Speed USB port.
● The HP Color LaserJet 2605dn and 2605dtn printers
includes an HP built-in internal print server for
connecting to a 10/100Base-T network.
substantially reducing power consumption when it is
not printing.
As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Hewlett-Packard
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Company has determined that this product meets
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered service mark of
the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
and Printing on Both Sides features save paper.
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Feature HP Color LaserJet 2605 Series printer
Supplies
Accessibility ● Online user guide that is compatible with text screen-
Expandability ● Optional Tray 3 (standard on HP Color LaserJet
Memory card slots (HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn only)
A Supplies Status page with print cartridge gauges that
●
show the supply levels that remain. For HP supplies
only.
● No-shake cartridge design.
Authentication for HP print cartridges.
●
Enabled supplies-ordering capability.
●
readers.
● All doors and covers can be opened by using one hand.
2605dtn). This 250-sheet universal tray reduces how
often you have to add paper to the printer. Only one
additional 250-sheet tray can be installed on the printer.
● Optional HP Jetdirect external print server for
connecting to a network.
● One DIMM slot for adding memory and fonts.
The following memory cards are supported:
CompactFlash
●
Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO
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● MultiMedia
● Secure Digital (SD)
SmartMedia
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xD
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Walkaround
The following illustrations identify the locations and names of key components of this printer.
Figure 1-1 Front view (HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn shown)
1 Output bin
2 Printer control panel
3 Front door
4 Tray 2 (250 sheets)
5 Tray 1 (single-sheet priority feed slot)
6 Tray 3 (optional; 250 sheets)
7 Memory card slots (HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn only)
Figure 1-2 Back and side view
1 Power switch
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2 Power connection
3 DIMM access door
4 Dust cover
5 HP built-in internal print server for connecting to a 10/100Base-T network (HP Color LaserJet 2605dn and 2605dtn)
6 USB connection
Figure 1-3 Front view, cartridge door open
1 Transfer belt (ETB)
2 Print cartridges
CAUTION Do not place anything on the transfer belt, which is located on the inside of the
front door. Otherwise, the printer may be damaged, adversely affecting print quality.
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Software
Software and supported operating systems
For easy printer setup and access to the full range of printer features, HP strongly recommends that
you install the software that is provided. Not all software is available in all languages. See the Getting
Started Guide for installation instructions, and see the Readme file for the latest software information.
The most recent drivers, additional drivers, and other software are available from the Internet and
other sources. If you do not have access to the Internet, see
The printer supports the following operating systems:
● Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition, Windows Millennium Edition (Me), and Windows®
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The following tables list the software that is available for your operating system.
Table 1-1 HP Color LaserJet 2605 Series printer software
HP Customer Care on page 236.
Server 2003 (Add Printer installation)
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows XP
Macintosh OS X v10.2 and later
Feature Windows 98 Second
Windows Installer
PCL printer driver
PS printer driver
HP Web Jetadmin software
HP ToolboxFX software
HP imaging software
Macintosh Installer
Macintosh printer drivers
Edition, Me, and
Server 2003
Windows 2000 and XP Macintosh OS X v10.2 and
later
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Print-media specifications
This section contains information about specifications for the quality of print media, guidelines for
print media usage, and guidelines for print media storage.
General guidelines
Some print media might meet all of the guidelines in this manual and still not produce satisfactory
results. This problem might be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and
humidity levels, or other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control.
Before purchasing large quantities of print media, always test a sample and make sure that the print
media meets the requirements specified in this user guide and in the HP LaserJet Printer Family
Print Media Guide.
CAUTION Using print media that does not meet HP specifications can cause problems for
the printer, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard warranty or
service agreements.
CAUTION Use only paper designed for laser printers. Paper for inkjet printers may damage
the printer.
This printer accepts a variety of media, such as cut-sheet paper (including up to 100% recycled-fibercontent paper), envelopes, labels, transparencies, HP LaserJet glossy paper, HP LaserJet Tough
paper, HP LaserJet Photo paper, and custom-size paper. Properties such as weight, composition,
grain, and moisture content are important factors that affect printer performance and output quality.
Print media that does not meet the guidelines outlined in this manual can cause the following
problems:
Poor print quality
●
Increased jams
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● Premature wear on the printer, requiring repair
Paper and print media
Print-media specifications for the HP LaserJet 2605 Series printer are listed in Table 1-2 Print-media
specifications on page 9.
Table 1-2 Print-media specifications
Category Specifications
Acid content 5.5 pH to 8.0 pH
Caliper 0.094 to 0.18 mm (3.0 to 7.0 mils)
Curl in ream Flat within 5 mm (0.02 inch)
Cut-edge conditions Cut with sharp blades with no visible fray
Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, offset, or release hazardous
Grain Long Grain
emissions when heated to 210°C (410°F) for 0.1 second
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Table 1-2 Print-media specifications (continued)
Category Specifications
Moisture content 4% to 6% by weight
Smoothness 100 to 250 Sheffield
For complete print-media specifications for all HP LaserJet printers, see the HP LaserJet Printer
Family Print Media Guide. To download the guide in PDF format, go to
ljpaperguide.
http://www.hp.com/support/
Printing and storage environment
Ideally, the printing and media-storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and not
too dry or too humid. Remember that paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture rapidly.
Heat causes the moisture in paper to evaporate, while cold causes it to condense on the sheets.
Heating systems and air conditioners remove most of the humidity from a room. As paper is opened
and used, it loses moisture, causing streaks and smudging. Humid weather or water coolers can
cause the humidity to increase in a room. As paper is opened and used it absorbs any excess
moisture, causing light print and dropouts. Also, as paper loses and gains moisture it can distort. This
issue can cause jams.
As a result, paper storage and handling are as important as the paper-making process itself. Paper
storage environmental conditions directly affect the feed operation and print quality.
Care should be taken not to purchase more paper than can be easily used in a short time (about
three months). Paper stored for long periods can experience heat and moisture extremes, which can
cause damage. Planning is important to prevent damage to a large supply of paper.
Unopened paper in sealed reams can remain stable for several months before use. Opened
packages of paper have more potential for environmental damage, especially if they are not wrapped
with a moisture-proof barrier.
The media-storage environment should be properly maintained to ensure optimum printer
performance. The recommended condition is 20° to 24°C (68° to 75°F), with a relative humidity of
45% to 55%. The following guidelines should be helpful when evaluating the paper's storage
environment:
Print media should be stored at or near room temperature.
●
The air should not be too dry or too humid (to moderate the hygroscopic properties of paper).
●
● The best way to store an opened ream of paper is to rewrap it tightly in its moisture-proof
wrapping. If the printer environment is subject to extremes, unwrap only the amount of paper to
be used during the day's operation to prevent unwanted moisture changes.
● Avoid storing paper and print media near heating and air conditioning vents or near windows
and doors that are frequently open.
Envelopes
Envelopes can be printed from Tray 1 or Tray 2. Select the type of envelope that you are using from
the Print dialog box or the printer driver.
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In your program, set the margins for the envelope. The following table gives typical address margins
for a commercial #10 or DL envelope.
Type of address Top margin Left margin
Return address 15 mm (0.6 inch) 15 mm (0.6 inch)
Delivery address 51 mm (2 inches) 89 mm (3.5 inches)
For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 15 mm (0.6 inch) from the edges of
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the envelope.
Avoid printing over the area where the envelope seams meet.
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Envelope storage
Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to print quality. Envelopes should be stored flat. If air is
trapped in an envelope and creates an air bubble, then the envelope might wrinkle during printing.
Envelope construction
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between
manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes
depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the following
components:
●
Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 90 g/m
2
(24 lb) or jamming might
occur.
● Construction: Before printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl,
and should not contain air.
● Condition: Envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, stuck together, or otherwise damaged.
Never use envelopes that have clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, self-stick adhesives, or
other synthetic materials.
● Temperature: Use envelopes that are compatible with the heat and pressure of the printer. This
printer's fusing temperature is 210°C (410°F).
● Size: Use only envelopes that are within the following size ranges.
Tray Minimum Maximum
Tray 1 or Tray 2 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches) 216 x 356 mm
(8.5 x 14 inches)
Envelopes with double side-seams
Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than diagonal
seams. This style might be more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the way to the corner
of the envelope as indicated in the following illustration.
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1
2
1 Acceptable
2 Unacceptable
Envelopes with adhesive strips or flaps
Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one flap that folds over to seal must use
adhesives that are compatible with the heat and pressure in the printer. The extra flaps and strips
might cause wrinkling, creasing, or even jams and might damage the fuser.
CAUTION Failure to follow the guidelines above can result in jams.
For instructions on loading envelopes, see Loading Tray 1 on page 21 or Loading Trays 2 and 3
on page 23.
Labels
Select the type of label that you are using from the Print dialog box or the printer driver.
CAUTION To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels that are recommended for laser
printers. To prevent serious jams, always use Tray 1 or Tray 2 to print on labels. Never print
on the same sheet of labels more than once or print on a partial sheet of labels.
When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component:
Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at 210°C (410°F), which is the printer
●
fusing temperature.
● Arrangement: Only use labels with no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off
sheets with spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.
● Curl: Before printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (0.5 inch) of curl in any
direction.
● Condition: Do not use labels that have wrinkles, bubbles, other indications of separation, or are
damaged in any way.
For instructions on loading labels, see
on page 23.
Loading Tray 1 on page 21 or Loading Trays 2 and 3
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Transparencies
● Use only Tray 1 or Tray 2 to print on transparencies. Select Transparencies from the Print
dialog box or the printer driver.
● The printer supports printing on color transparencies. Use only transparencies that are
recommended for use in laser printers.
● Place transparencies on a flat surface after removing them from the printer.
Transparencies that are used in the printer must be able to withstand 210°C (410°F), which is
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the printer fusing temperature.
CAUTION To avoid damage to the printer, use only transparencies that are recommended
for use in laser printers.
Transparent print media that is not designed for LaserJet printing will melt in the printer, and
will damage the printer.
HP LaserJet glossy paper and HP LaserJet Photo paper
● Handle HP LaserJet glossy paper and HP LaserJet Photo paper by the edges. Oil from your
fingers that is deposited on HP LaserJet glossy paper and HP LaserJet Photo paper can cause
print-quality problems.
● Use only HP LaserJet glossy paper and HP LaserJet Photo paper with this printer. HP products
are designed to work together for optimum printing results.
Letterhead or preprinted forms
Avoid using raised or embossed letterhead.
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Avoid using letterhead that is printed with low-temperature inks, such as those used in some
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types of thermography.
The printer uses heat and pressure to fuse toner to the print media. Make sure that any colored
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paper or preprinted forms use inks that are compatible with this fusing temperature (210°C (410°
F) for 0.1 second).
For instructions on loading letterhead, see
on page 23.
Loading Tray 1 on page 21 and Loading Trays 2 and 3
HP LaserJet Tough paper
When printing on HP LaserJet Tough paper, follow these guidelines:
Handle HP LaserJet Tough paper by the edges. Oil from your fingers that is deposited on
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HP LaserJet Tough paper can cause print-quality problems.
Use only HP LaserJet Tough paper with this printer. HP products are designed to work together
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for optimum printing results.
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Custom-sized print media or cardstock
● Postcards, 3 x 5-inch (index) cards, and other custom-sized print media can be printed on from
Tray 1, Tray 2, or optional Tray 3. The minimum size is 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches) and the
maximum size is 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches). See
more information.
● Always insert the short edge first into Tray 1, Tray 2, or optional Tray 3. To print in landscape
mode, make this selection through your program. Inserting the media long-edge-first might
cause a jam.
In your program, set margins at least 6.4 mm (0.25 inch) away from the edges of the print media.
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Print-media specifications on page 9 for
For instructions on loading paper, see
on page 23.
Loading Tray 1 on page 21 and Loading Trays 2 and 3
Supported media weights and sizes
This section contains information about the sizes, weights, and capacities of paper and other print
media that each tray supports.
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Table 1-3 Tray 1 and Tray 2 specifications
Tray 1 and Tray 2
Dimensions
1
Paper Minimum: 76 x 127 mm
(3 x 5 inches)
Maximum: 216 x 356 mm
(8.5 x 14 inches)
HP LaserJet glossy paper and
HP LaserJet Photo paper
4
HP Premium Cover paper
Same as the preceding listed
minimum and maximum sizes.
4
Transparencies and opaque film
3
Labels
Weight Capacity
60 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb)
Up to 176 g/m
2
(47 lb) for
postcards
75 to 220 g/m2 (20 to 58 lb)
Single sheet of 75 g/m2 (20 lb)
paper for Tray 1
Up to 250 sheets for Tray 2
Single sheet of HP LaserJet
glossy paper or HP LaserJet
Photo paper for Tray 1
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch) stack
height for Tray 2
200 g/m2 (53 lb)
Single sheet of HP Cover paper
for Tray 1
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch) stack
height for Tray 2
Thickness: 0.10 to 0.13 mm
(3.9 to 5.1 mils)
Single sheet of transparency or
opaque film for Tray 1
Up to 50 sheets for Tray 2
Thickness: up to 0.23 mm (up
Single sheet of labels for Tray 1
to 9 mils)
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch) stack
height for Tray 2
2
Envelopes
Up to 90 g/m2 (up to 24 lb)
Single envelope for Tray 1
Up to ten envelopes for Tray 2
1
The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes of print media. Check the printer driver for supported sizes.
2
Capacity can vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
4
Hewlett-Packard does not guarantee results when printing with other types of heavy paper.
3
Smoothness: 100 to 250 (Sheffield).
Table 1-4 Optional Tray 3 specifications
Optional Tray 3 (250-sheet
Dimensions
1
Weight
Capacity
tray)
Plain paper Minimum: 76 x 127 mm
60 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb)
Up to 200 sheets
(3 x 5 inches)
Maximum: 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x
14 inches)
1
The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes of print media. Check the printer driver for supported sizes.
2
Capacity can vary depending on the media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
2
Table 1-5 Specifications for automatic 2-sided printing
Tray 1, Tray 2, and optional
Tray 3
Dimensions
1
Weight
Capacity
2
Paper Letter, A4, legal, 8.5 x 13 inches
60 to 105 g/m
2
(16 to 28 lb)
Single sheet for Tray 1
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Table 1-5 Specifications for automatic 2-sided printing (continued)
Tray 1, Tray 2, and optional
Tray 3
Dimensions
1
Weight
Capacity
2
Up to 250 sheets for Tray 2 and
optional Tray 3
HP LaserJet glossy paper Letter, A4
75 to 120 g/m2 (20 to 32 lb)
Single sheet for Tray 1
Up to 250 sheets for Tray 2 and
optional Tray 3
1
The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes of print media. Check the printer driver for supported sizes.
2
Capacity can vary depending on the media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
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2 Installation
This chapter contains information about the following topics:
Site preparation
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Package contents
Install input devices
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Site preparation
Below are recommendations for the printer location and placement.
Operating environment
The printer must be kept in a proper location to maintain the performance level that has been set at
the factory. In particular, be sure that the environment adheres to the specifications listed in this
chapter.
The printer must have 2 inches of space above and around it.
Figure 2-1 Printer dimensions
1 Front view
2 Side view
Make sure the printer is in a location that has the following:
● A well-ventilated, dust-free area
● A surface that will support up to 18 kg (40 lbs)
● A constant temperature and humidity (Do not install near water sources, humidifiers, air
conditioners, refrigerators, or other major appliances.)
● A hard, level surface (not more than a 2° angle)
Make sure to keep the printer away from the following:
● Direct sunlight, dust, open flames, or water
● Direct flow of exhaust from air ventilation systems
Magnets and devices that emit a magnetic field
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Areas subject to vibration
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● Walls or other objects. There must be enough space around the printer for proper access and
ventilation
Minimum system requirements
The minimum system requirements for the HP Color LaserJet 2605, 2605dn, and 2605dtn printers
are listed below:
● 150 MB of free hard disk space
CD-ROM drive
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Available USB or network port
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NOTE Networking is only available on Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Macintosh.
Requirements for PC systems
Windows 98 SE and Me (driver only)
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Windows 2000 and XP (32-bit Home and Professional)
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● 233 MHz processor with 64 MB RAM
Requirements for Macintosh systems (non-PostScript)
G3 processor (G4 processor recommended)
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● Mac OS X v10.2 and later
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Package contents
Figure 2-2 Package contents on page 20 lists the package contents for the HP Color LaserJet 2605,
2605dn, and 2605dtn.
Figure 2-2 Package contents
1 HP Color LaserJet 2605 Series printer
2 Paper delivery tray
3 Power cable
4 Dust cover
5 Additional 250-sheet paper tray (optional on 2605 and 2605dn)
6 Getting Started Guide
7 Software and user documentation CD-ROM
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