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HP Color LaserJet 4610n
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HP color LaserJet 4610n series printer
User Guide
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Copyright and License
© 2005 Copyright Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
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Part number: Q7732-90902
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HP customer care
Online services
For 24-hour access to information using a modem or Internet connection:
World Wide Web URL: for the HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer, updated HP printer
software, product and support information, and printer drivers in several languages can be
obtained from http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610. (Sites are in English.)
Visit: http://www.hp.com/support for information about the HP Jetdirect 175x external print
server.
HP Instant Support Professional Edition (ISPE) is a suite of Web-based troubleshooting tools
for desktop computing and printing products. ISPE helps you quickly identify, diagnose, and
resolve computing and printing problems. The ISPE tools may be be accesssed from
http://instantsupport.hp.com.
Telephone support
HP provides free telephone support during the warranty period. When you call, you will be
connected to a responsive team waiting to help you. For the telephone number for your
country/region, see the flyer that shipped in the box with the product, or visit
http://www.hp.com/support/callcenters. Before calling HP, have the following information
ready: product name and serial number, date of purchase, and description of the problem.
You can also find support on the Internet at http://www.hp.com. Click the support & drivers
block.
Software utilities, drivers, and electronic information
Visit: http://www.hp.com/go/clj4610_software for the HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer. The
Web page for the drivers might be in English, but you can download the drivers themselves
in several languages.
Call: See the flyer that shipped in the box with the printer.
HP direct ordering for accessories or supplies
In the United States, supplies can be ordered from http://www.hp.com/sbso/product/supplies.
In Canada, supplies can be ordered from http://www.hp.ca/catalog/supplies. In Europe,
supplies can be ordered from http://www.hp.com/supplies. In Asia-Pacific, supplies can be
ordered from http://www.hp.com/paper/.
Accessories can be ordered from http://www.hp.com/go/accessories.
Call: 1-800-538-8787 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-3154 (Canada).
HP service information
To locate HP-Authorized Dealers, call 1-800-243-9816 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-3867 (Canada).
For service for your product, call the customer support number for your country/region. See
the flyer that shipped in the box with the printer.
HP service agreements
Call: 1-800-835-4747 (U.S.) or 1-800-268-1221 (Canada).
Extended Service: 1-800-446-0522
HP support and information for Macintosh computers
Visit: http://www.hp.com/go/macosx for Macintosh OS X support information and
HP subscription service for driver updates.
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Visit: http://www.hp.com/go/mac-connect for products designed specifically for the Macintosh
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Table of contents
1 Printer basics
Quick access to printer information ...........................................................................................2
World Wide Web links ........................................................................................................2
User guide links ..................................................................................................................2
Where to look for more information ....................................................................................2
Printer configurations ................................................................................................................4
HP Color LaserJet 4610n (Part number Q7732A) .............................................................4
Printer features ..........................................................................................................................5
Walk around ..............................................................................................................................7
Printer software .........................................................................................................................8
Software features ................................................................................................................8
Printer drivers .....................................................................................................................9
Software for Macintosh computers ...................................................................................12
Installing the printing system software .............................................................................12
Uninstalling the software ..................................................................................................18
Software for networks .......................................................................................................18
Utilities ..............................................................................................................................19
Print media specifications .......................................................................................................20
Supported media weights and sizes .................................................................................20
2 Control panel
Introduction ..............................................................................................................................24
Display ..............................................................................................................................24
Control panel buttons ..............................................................................................................26
Interpreting control panel indicator lights ................................................................................27
Control panel menus ...............................................................................................................28
Getting started basics .......................................................................................................28
Menu hierarchy .......................................................................................................................29
To enter the menus ..........................................................................................................29
Retrieve job menu ............................................................................................................29
Information menu ..............................................................................................................29
Paper handling menu .......................................................................................................30
Configure device menu .....................................................................................................30
Diagnostics menu .............................................................................................................31
Retrieve job menu ...................................................................................................................32
Information menu ....................................................................................................................33
Paper handling menu ..............................................................................................................34
Configure device menu ...........................................................................................................35
Printing menu ....................................................................................................................35
Print quality menu .............................................................................................................3 8
System setup menu ..........................................................................................................40
I/O menu ...........................................................................................................................44
Resets menu .....................................................................................................................45
Diagnostics menu ....................................................................................................................46
Changing printer control panel configuration settings ............................................................49
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Job storage limit ................................................................................................................49
Job held timeout ...............................................................................................................49
Show address ...................................................................................................................5 0
Color/black mix .................................................................................................................50
Tray behavior options .......................................................................................................51
PowerSave Time ..............................................................................................................52
Personality ........................................................................................................................53
Clearable warnings ...........................................................................................................54
Auto continue ....................................................................................................................54
Supplies low ......................................................................................................................55
Color supply out ................................................................................................................55
Jam recovery ....................................................................................................................56
Language ..........................................................................................................................57
Using the printer control panel in shared environments .........................................................58
3 I/O Configuration
Network configuration .............................................................................................................60
Parallel configuration ...............................................................................................................61
USB configuration ...................................................................................................................62
Enhanced I/O configuration ....................................................................................................63
HP Jetdirect print server ...................................................................................................63
Available enhanced I/O interfaces ....................................................................................63
NetWare networks ............................................................................................................63
Windows networks ............................................................................................................63
AppleTalk networks ..........................................................................................................64
UNIX/Linux networks ........................................................................................................64
Wireless printing ......................................................................................................................65
IEEE 802.11b standard ....................................................................................................65
Bluetooth ...........................................................................................................................65
4 Printing tasks
Controlling print jobs ...............................................................................................................68
Source ..............................................................................................................................68
Type and Size ...................................................................................................................68
Print setting priorities ........................................................................................................68
Selecting print media ...............................................................................................................70
Media to avoid ..................................................................................................................70
Paper that can damage the printer ...................................................................................70
Configuring input trays ............................................................................................................72
Configuring trays when the printer gives a prompt ...........................................................72
To configure a tray when loading paper ...........................................................................72
To configure a tray to match print job settings .................................................................73
Configuring trays using the Paper Handling menu ...........................................................73
Configuring Tray 2 for a custom paper size .....................................................................74
Printing from Tray 1 (multipurpose tray) ...........................................................................75
Printing envelopes from Tray 1 ........................................................................................76
Printing from Tray 2 ..........................................................................................................78
Loading detectable standard-sized media into Tray 2 .....................................................78
Loading undetectable standard-sized media into Tray 2 .................................................80
Loading custom-sized media into Tray 2 ..........................................................................83
Printing on special media ........................................................................................................85
Transparencies .................................................................................................................8 5
Glossy paper .....................................................................................................................85
Colored paper ...................................................................................................................86
Envelopes .........................................................................................................................86
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Labels ...............................................................................................................................86
Heavy paper .....................................................................................................................86
HP LaserJet Tough paper ................................................................................................87
Preprinted forms and letterhead .......................................................................................87
Recycled paper .................................................................................................................88
Manual two-sided (duplex) printing .........................................................................................89
Manual two-sided printing .................................................................................................90
Printing booklets ...............................................................................................................90
Special printing situations .......................................................................................................91
Printing a different first page .............................................................................................91
Printing a blank back cover ..............................................................................................91
Printing on custom-size media .........................................................................................91
Stopping a print request ...................................................................................................92
Job storage features ...............................................................................................................93
Storing a print job .............................................................................................................93
Proofing and holding a job ................................................................................................94
Private jobs .......................................................................................................................95
Mopier mode .....................................................................................................................96
Managing memory ..................................................................................................................97
5 Managing the printer
Printer information pages ......................................................................................................100
Menu map .......................................................................................................................100
Configuration page .........................................................................................................100
Supplies status page ......................................................................................................101
Usage page ....................................................................................................................101
Demo ..............................................................................................................................102
Print CMYK samples ......................................................................................................102
Print RGB samples .........................................................................................................102
PCL or PS font list ..........................................................................................................102
Event log .........................................................................................................................103
6 Color
Using color ............................................................................................................................106
HP ImageREt 2400 .........................................................................................................106
Paper selection ...............................................................................................................106
Color options ...................................................................................................................106
sRGB ..............................................................................................................................107
Printing in four colors — CMYK ......................................................................................107
CMYK ink set emulation (PostScript only) .....................................................................107
Managing printer color options ..............................................................................................108
Print in Grayscale ...........................................................................................................108
Automatic or manual color adjustment ...........................................................................108
Matching colors .....................................................................................................................110
PANTONE® color matching ...........................................................................................110
Sample book color matching ..........................................................................................110
Printing color samples ....................................................................................................111
Color emulation of the HP color LaserJet 4550 printer ..................................................111
7 Maintenance
Managing print cartridges .....................................................................................................114
HP print cartridges ..........................................................................................................114
Non-HP print cartridges ..................................................................................................114
Print cartridge authentication ..........................................................................................114
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HP fraud hotline ..............................................................................................................114
Print cartridge storage ....................................................................................................115
Print cartridge life expectancy ........................................................................................115
Checking the print cartridge life ......................................................................................115
Changing print cartridges ......................................................................................................116
To replace the print cartridge .........................................................................................116
Replacing supplies ................................................................................................................120
Locating supplies ............................................................................................................120
Supply replacement guidelines ......................................................................................120
Making room around the printer for replacing supplies ..................................................120
Approximate replacement intervals for supplies ............................................................121
Configuring alerts ..................................................................................................................122
8 Problem solving
Basic troubleshooting checklist .............................................................................................125
Factors affecting printer performance ...................................................................................126
Troubleshooting information pages .......................................................................................127
Paper path test page ......................................................................................................127
Registration page ...........................................................................................................127
Event log .........................................................................................................................128
Control panel message types ...............................................................................................129
Status messages ............................................................................................................129
Warning messages .........................................................................................................129
Error messages ..............................................................................................................129
Critical error messages ...................................................................................................129
Control panel messages .......................................................................................................130
Paper jams ............................................................................................................................158
Paper jam recovery ........................................................................................................158
Common causes of paper jams ............................................................................................160
Clearing jams ........................................................................................................................162
Jam in Tray 1 ..................................................................................................................162
Jam in Tray 2 ..................................................................................................................163
Jams in the top cover .....................................................................................................163
Jam in paper path ...........................................................................................................167
Multiple jams in paper path .............................................................................................168
Media-handling problems ......................................................................................................171
Printer feeds multiple sheets .................................................................................................171
Printer feeds incorrect page size ..........................................................................................171
Printer pulls from incorrect tray .............................................................................................172
Media does not feed automatically .......................................................................................172
Media does not feed from input Tray 2 .................................................................................172
Transparencies or glossy paper will not feed .......................................................................173
Envelopes jam or will not feed in the printer .........................................................................174
Output is curled or wrinkled ..................................................................................................174
Printer response problems ....................................................................................................175
No display message ..............................................................................................................175
Printer is on, but nothing prints .............................................................................................175
Printer is on, but is not receiving data ...................................................................................176
Unable to select the printer from the computer .....................................................................176
Printer control panel problems ..............................................................................................178
Control panel settings work incorrectly .................................................................................178
Incorrect printer output ..........................................................................................................179
Incorrect fonts are printed .....................................................................................................179
Unable to print all characters in a symbol set .......................................................................179
Drifting text between printouts ..............................................................................................179
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Erratic, missing characters or interrupted printout ................................................................179
Partial printout .......................................................................................................................180
Guidelines for printing with different fonts ......................................................................180
Software application problems ..............................................................................................181
Unable to change system selections through software ........................................................181
Unable to select a font from the software .............................................................................181
Unable to select colors from the software .............................................................................181
Color printing problems .........................................................................................................182
Printing black instead of color ...............................................................................................182
Incorrect shade .....................................................................................................................182
Missing color .........................................................................................................................182
Inconsistent colors after installing a print cartridge ...............................................................183
Printed colors do not match screen colors ............................................................................183
Print quality troubleshooting ..................................................................................................184
Print quality problems associated with media ................................................................184
Overhead transparency defects .....................................................................................184
Print quality problems associated with the environment ................................................185
Print quality problems associated with jams ..................................................................185
Print quality troubleshooting pages ................................................................................185
Print quality troubleshooting tool ....................................................................................186
Calibrating the printer .....................................................................................................186
Print quality defect chart .................................................................................................186
Appendix A Working with memory and print server cards
Printer memory ......................................................................................................................193
Printing a configuration page ..........................................................................................193
Installing memory ..................................................................................................................194
To install DDR memory DIMMs ......................................................................................194
To install a flash firmware card .......................................................................................197
Enabling memory ............................................................................................................200
Installing an HP Jetdirect external print server .....................................................................201
Appendix B Supplies and accessories
Supplies and accessories .....................................................................................................204
Appendix C Service and Support
Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement ........................................................................207
Print Cartridge Limited Warranty Statement .........................................................................209
Fuser and Transfer unit Limited Warranty Statement ...........................................................210
HP maintenance agreements ...............................................................................................211
On-site service agreements ............................................................................................211
Appendix D Printer specifications
Electrical specifications .........................................................................................................214
Acoustic emissions ................................................................................................................215
Environmental specifications ................................................................................................216
Appendix E Regulatory information
FCC regulations ....................................................................................................................217
Environmental product stewardship program .......................................................................218
Protecting the environment .............................................................................................218
Ozone production ...........................................................................................................218
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Power consumption ........................................................................................................218
Plastics ...........................................................................................................................218
HP LaserJet printing supplies .........................................................................................218
HP Printing Supplies Returns and Recycling Program Information ...............................219
Recycled paper ...............................................................................................................219
Material restrictions ........................................................................................................219
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) ...............................................................................219
For more information ......................................................................................................219
Declaration of Conformity .....................................................................................................221
Safety statements .................................................................................................................222
Laser safety ....................................................................................................................222
Canadian DOC regulations .............................................................................................222
EMI statement (Korea) ...................................................................................................222
VCCI statement (Japan) .................................................................................................222
Laser Statement for Finland ...........................................................................................223
Glossary
Index
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Printer basics
This chapter contains information on setting up your printer and becoming familiar with its
features. The following topics are covered:
●
Quick access to printer information
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Printer configurations
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Printer features
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Walk around
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Printer software
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Print media specifications
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Quick access to printer information
World Wide Web links
Printer drivers, updated HP printer software, and product information and support may be
obtained from the following URLs:
● http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610
Printer drivers may be obtained from the following sites:
● In China: ftp://www.hp.com.cn/support/clj4610
● In Japan: ftp://www.jpn.hp.com/support/clj4610
● In Korea: http://www.hp.co.kr/support/clj4610
● In Taiwan: http://www.hp.com.tw/support/clj4610, or the local driver website:
http://www.dds.com.tw
To order supplies:
● United States: http://www.hp.com/go/ljsupplies
● Worldwide: http://www.hp.com/ghp/buyonline.html
To order accessories:
● http://www.hp.com/go/accessories
User guide links
For the latest version of the HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer, go to http://www.hp.com/
support/clj4610.
Where to look for more information
Several references are available for use with this printer. See http://www.hp.com/support/
clj4610.
Setting up the printer
Getting Started Guide
Provides step-by-step instructions for installing and setting up the printer.
HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide
Provides instructions to configure and troubleshoot the HP Jetdirect print server.
HP Driver Pre-Configuration Guide
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For detailed information about configuring printer drivers, go to http://www.hp.com/go/
hpdpc_sw.
Accessory and Consumable Installation Guides
Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the printer’s accessories and consumables.
Supplied with the printer’s optional accessories and consumables.
Using the printer
CD-ROM User Guide
Provides detailed information on using and troubleshooting the printer. Available on the CDROM included with the printer.
Online Help
Provides information on printer options that are available from within printer drivers. To view
a Help file, access the online Help through the printer driver.
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Printer configurations
Thank you for purchasing the HP Color LaserJet 4610n series printer. This printer is
available in the configurations described below.
HP Color LaserJet 4610n (Part number Q7732A)
The HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer is a four-color, laser printer that prints 22 pages per
minute (ppm) for letter-sized paper and 22 ppm for A4-size paper.
NOTE
● Trays. The printer comes with a multipurpose tray (Tray 1) that holds up to 100 sheets
of various print media or 20 envelopes, and a 500-sheet paper feeder (Tray 2) that
supports letter, legal, executive, 8.5 by 13 in, JIS B5, executive (JIS), 16K, A4, and A5-
sized and custom media.
● Connectivity. The printer provides a standard bidirectional parallel universal serial bus
(USB) connection for connectivity. An HP Jetdirect 175x external print server is included
with the printer and uses the USB connection for connectivity. The printer also contains
a standard bidirectional parallel cable interface (IEEE-1284-C compliant).
● Memory. 160 megabytes (MB) of memory: 128 MB of dual data-rate (DDR)
synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM), 32 MB of memory on the
formatter board, and an open dual inline memory module (DIMM) slot.
To allow memory expansion, the printer has one 200-pin small outline dual inline memory
module (SODIMM) slot that accepts 128, 256, or 512 MB RAM. The printer can support up
to 544 MB of memory: 512 MB of memory plus 32 MB additional memory on the formatter
board.
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Printer features
This printer combines the quality and reliability of Hewlett-Packard printing with the features
listed below. For more information on printer features, see the Hewlett-Packard website at
http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610.
Features
Performance
Memory
User interface ●
Supported printer
personalities
Environmental features
Fonts
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22 pages per minute (ppm) for letter-sized paper and 22 ppm for
A4-sized paper.
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Prints on transparencies and glossy paper.
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160 megabytes (MB) of memory for the HP Color LaserJet 4610n:
128 MB of dual data-rate (DDR) plus 32 MB of additional memory
on the formatter board.
Memory specification: HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer uses 200pin small outline dual inline memory modules (SODIMM) that
support 128, 256, or 512 MB of RAM.
●
Can be expanded to 544 MB: 512 MB of DDR memory plus
32 MB of memory on the formatter board.
Graphic display on control panel.
●
Enhanced Help with animated graphics.
●
HP PCL 6.
●
HP PCL 5c.
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PostScript 3 emulation.
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Portable document format (PDF).
●
PowerSave setting.
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High content of recyclable components and materials.
●
Energy Star compliant.
●
Blue Angel compliant.
●
80 internal fonts available for both PCL and PostScript emulation.
●
80 printer-matching screen fonts in TrueType™ format available
with the software solution.
Paper handling
Accessories
●
Prints on media from 77 mm by 127 (3 inches by 5 inches) up to
legal size.
●
Prints on media with weights from 60 g/m
bond to 53 lb bond).
●
Prints on a wide range of media types including glossy, labels,
overhead transparencies, and envelopes.
●
Multiple gloss levels.
●
A 500-sheet paper feeder (Tray 2) that supports letter, legal,
executive, 8.5 by 13, JIS B5, executive (JIS), 16K, A4, A5-sized,
and custom media.
●
250-sheet face-down output bin.
●
200-pin outline dual inline memory module (SODIMM) that
supports 128, 256, and 512 MB.
●
Printer stand.
2
to 200 g/m2 (16 lb
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Features (continued)
Connectivity
●
USB 1.1 connection.
●
HP Web Jetadmin software.
●
Standard bidirectional parallel cable interface (IEEE -1284-C
compliant).
●
Both USB and parallel connections are supported, but cannot be
used at the same time.
Supplies ●
Supplies status page contains information on toner level, page
count, and estimated pages remaining.
●
No-shake cartridge design.
●
Printer checks for authentic HP print cartridges at cartridge
installation.
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Walk around
The following illustrations identify the locations and names of key components of this printer.
1
2
3
4
Front view (shown with 2 x 500-sheet input tray)
1 output bin
2 printer control panel
3 top cover
4 Tray 1
5 Tray 2
6 access to print cartridges, transfer unit, and fuser
7 on/off switch
Back view
1 output bin
2 parallel connection
3 on/off switch
4 memory access
5 USB connection
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Printer software
Included with the printer is a CD-ROM containing the printing system software. The software
components and printer drivers on this CD-ROM help you use the printer to its fullest
potential. See the Getting Started Guide for installation instructions.
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
For the latest information about the printing system software components, refer to the
readme file on the Web at http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610. For information about
installing the printer software, view the Install Notes on the CD-ROM included with the printer.
This section summarizes the software included on the CD-ROM. The printing system
includes software for end users and network administrators operating in the following
operating environments:
● Microsoft Windows 2000, XP (32-bit), and Server 2003 (32-bit)
● Apple Mac OS version 9.2.x and Apple Mac OS version 10.1 and later
For a list of the network environments supported by the network administrator software
components, see
For a list of printer drivers, updated HP printer software, and product support information, go
to http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610.
Network configuration.
Software features
Automatic configuration, Update Now, and Preconfiguration features are available with the
HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer.
Driver Autoconfiguration
NOTE
The HP LaserJet PCL 6 drivers for Windows and the PS drivers for Windows 2000 and
Windows XP feature automatic discovery and driver configuration for printer accessories at
the time of installation. Some accessories that the Driver Autoconfiguration supports are the
duplexing unit, optional paper trays, and dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). If the
environment supports bidirectional communication, the installer presents Driver
Autoconfiguration as an installable component by default for a Typical Installation and for a
Custom Installation.
Update Now
If you have modified the configuration of the HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer since
installation, the driver can be automatically updated with the new configuration in
environments that support bidirectional communication. Click the Update Now button to
automatically reflect the new configuration in the driver.
The Update Now feature is not supported in environments where shared Windows 2000 or
Windows XP clients are connected to Windows 2000 or Windows XP hosts.
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HP Driver Preconfiguration
HP Driver Preconfiguration is a software architecture and set of tools that allows HP
software to be customized and distributed in managed corporate printing environments.
Using HP Driver Preconfiguration, information technology (IT) administrators can
preconfigure the printing and device defaults for HP printer drivers before installing the
drivers in the network environment. For more information, see the HP Driver
Preconfiguration Support Guide, which is available at http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610.
Printer drivers
Printer drivers allow you to gain access to the printer features and allow the computer to
communicate with the printer (using a printer language). Check the installation notes and
readme files on the printer CD-ROM for additional software and languages.
The following printer drivers are included with the printer. The most recent drivers are
available at http://www.hp.com/go/clj4610_software. Depending on the configuration of
Windows-based computers, the installation program for the printer software automatically
checks the computer for Internet access to obtain the latest drivers.
NOTE
NOTE
Operating
system
Windows 2000 Web only
Windows XP Web only
Windows
Server 2003
Macintosh OS
1
Not all printer features are available from all drivers or operating systems. See the online
1
PCL 6 PCL 5c PS
Web only
PPD
2
Help in your driver for available features.
2
PostScript Printer Description files.
If your system did not automatically check the Internet for the latest drivers during software
installation, download them from http://www.hp.com/go/clj4610_software. Once connected,
select Downloads and Drivers to find the driver you wish to download.
You can obtain Model Scripts for UNIX® and Linux by downloading them from the Internet or
by requesting them from an HP-authorized service or support provider. See the support flyer
that came in the printer box.
OS/2 drivers are available from IBM and are packaged with OS/2.
If the printer driver you want is not on the printer CD-ROM or is not listed here, check the
installation notes and Readme files to see if the printer driver is supported. If it is not
supported, contact the manufacturer or distributor of the program you are using and request
a driver for the printer.
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Additional drivers
The following drivers are not included on the CD-ROM, but are available from
http://www.hp.com.
● PCL 5c printer drivers for Windows 2000, XP, and Server 2003.
● OS/2 PCL 5c/6 printer driver.
● OS/2 PS printer driver.
● UNIX model scripts.
● Linux drivers.
● HP OpenVMS drivers.
NOTE
NOTE
The OS/2 drivers are available from IBM and are packaged with OS/2. They are not
available for Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, or Japanese.
Select the right printer driver for your needs
Select a printer driver based on the way that you use the printer. Certain printer features are
available only in the PCL 6 drivers. See the printer driver Help for available features.
● Use the PCL 6 driver to take full advantage of printer features. For general office
printing, the PCL 6 driver is recommended to provide optimum performance and print
quality.
● Use the PCL 5c driver (available on the Web only) if backward compatibility with
previous PCL printer drivers or older printers is necessary.
● Use the PS driver if you are printing primarily from PostScript-specific programs such as
Adobe and Corel, for compatibility with PostScript Level 3 needs, or for PS font DIMM
support.
The printer automatically switches between PS and PCL printer languages.
Printer driver Help
Each printer driver has Help screens that can be activated by using either the Help button,
the F1 button on the computer keyboard, or a question-mark symbol in the upper right corner
in the printer driver (depending on the Windows operating system used). These Help
screens give detailed information about the specific driver. Printer driver Help is separate
from your program Help.
Accessing the printer drivers
Use one of the following methods to access the printer drivers from your computer:
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Operating System To change settings
for all immediate
print jobs (until the
application is closed)
To change print job
default settings
(For example, turn
on Print on Both
Sides by default.)
To change
configuration settings
(For example, add a
physical option such
as a tray or enable/
disable a driver
feature such as
Allow Manual
Duplexing.)
Windows 2000 and XP From the File menu in
the application, click
Print. Select the
printer, and then click
Properties or
Preferences. (The
steps may vary; this
procedure is most
common.)
Macintosh OS 9.1 On the File menu,
click Print. Change
the settings that you
want on the various
pop-up menus.
Macintosh OS X.1 On the File menu,
click Print. Change
settings that you want
on the various pop-up
menus.
Click Start, click
Settings, and then
click Printers or
Printers and Faxes.
Right-click the printer
icon, and choose
Printing Preferences.
On the File menu,
click Print. As you
change settings on the
pop-up menu, click
Save Settings.
On the File menu,
click Print. Change
settings that you want
on the various pop-up
menus, and then on
the main pop-up
menu, click Save
Custom Setting.
These settings are
saved as the Custom
option. To use the new
settings, you must
select the Custom
option every time you
open a program and
print.
Click Start, click
Settings, and then
click Printers or
Printers and Faxes.
Right-click the printer
icon, and choose
Properties. Select the
Device Settings tab.
Click the desktop
printer icon. From the
Printing menu, click
Change Setup.
Delete the printer and
reinstall. The driver will
be auto-configured
with the new options
when it is reinstalled.
(AppleTalk
connections only)
NOTE
Configuration settings
may not be available
in Classic mode.
Macintosh OS X.2 On the File menu,
click Print. Change
settings that you want
on the various pop-up
menus.
On the File menu,
click Print. Change
settings that you want
on the various pop-up
menus, and then on
the Presets pop-up
menu, click Save as
and enter a name for
the preset. These
settings are saved in
the Presets menu. To
use the new settings,
you must select the
saved preset option
every time you open a
program and print.
Open Print Center.
(Select the hard drive,
click Applications,
click Utilities, then
double-click Print
Center.) Click on the
print queue. On the
Printers menu, click
Show Info. Select the
Installable Options
menu.
NOTE
Configuration settings
may not be available
in Classic mode.
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Operating System To change settings
for all immediate
print jobs (until the
application is closed)
To change print job
default settings
(For example, turn
on Print on Both
Sides by default.)
To change
configuration settings
(For example, add a
physical option such
as a tray or enable/
disable a driver
feature such as
Allow Manual
Duplexing.)
Macintosh OS X.3 On the File menu,
click Print. Change
settings that you want
on the various pop-up
menus.
On the File menu,
click Print. Change
settings that you want
on the various pop-up
menus, and then on
the Presets pop-up
menu, click Save as
and enter a name for
the preset. These
settings are saved in
the Presets menu. To
use the new settings,
you must select the
saved preset option
every time you open a
program and print.
Open Print Center.
(Select the hard drive,
click Applications,
click Utilities, then
double-click Print
Center.) Click on the
print queue. On the
Printers menu, click
Show Info. Select the
Installable Options
menu.
NOTE
Configuration settings
may not be available
in Classic mode.
Software for Macintosh computers
The HP installer provides PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files, Printer Dialog
Extensions (PDEs), and the HP LaserJet Utility for use with Macintosh computers.
PPDs
NOTE
PPDs, in combination with the Apple PostScript drivers, 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
appropriate PS driver that comes with the operating system.
HP LaserJet Utility
Use the HP LaserJet Utility to control features that are not available in the driver. The
illustrated screens make selecting printer features easier than ever. Use the HP LaserJet
Utility to do the following:
● name the printer, assign it to a zone on the network, and download files and fonts.
● configure and set the printer for Internet protocol (IP) printing.
The HP LaserJet Utility is not currently supported for OS X, but the utility is supported for the
Classic environment.
Installing the printing system software
The following sections contain instructions for installing the printing system software.
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The printer comes with printing system software and printer drivers on a CD-ROM. The
printing system software on the CD-ROM must be installed to take full advantage of the
printer features.
If you do not have access to a CD-ROM drive, you can download the printing system
software from the Internet at http://www.hp.com/go/clj4610_software.
NOTE
Sample model scripts for UNIX® (HP-UX®, Sun Solaris) and Linux networks are available
for download at http://www.hp.com/go/clj4610_software.
You can download the latest software free of charge at http://www.hp.com/go/
clj4610_software.
Installing Windows printing system software for direct connections
This section explains how to install the printing system software for Microsoft Windows 2000
and Windows XP.
When installing the printing software in a direct-connect environment, always install the
software before connecting the parallel or USB cable. If the parallel or USB cable was
connected before the software installation, see
USB cable has been connected.
Either a parallel or USB cable can be used for the direct connection. However, you cannot
connect parallel and USB cables at the same time. Use an IEEE 1284-compatible cable or a
standard 2-meter USB cable.
To install the printing system software
1. Close all software programs that are open or running.
2. Insert the printer CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
If the welcome screen does not open, start it by using the following procedure:
Installing the software after the parallel or
● On the Start menu, click Run.
● Type the following: X:\setup (where X is the letter of the CD-ROM drive).
● Click OK.
3. When prompted, click Install Printer and follow the instructions on the computer screen.
4. Click Finish when the installation has completed.
5. You might need to restart the computer.
6. Print a Test Page or a page from any software program to make sure that the software is
correctly installed.
If installation fails, reinstall the software. If this fails, check the installation notes and readme
files on the printer CD-ROM or the flyer that came in the printer box, or go to
http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610 for help or more information.
Installing Windows printing system software for networks
The software on the printer CD-ROM supports network installation with a Microsoft network.
For network installation on other operating systems, go to http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610.
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The installer does not support printer installation or printer object creation on Novell servers.
It supports only direct-mode network installations between Windows computers and a
printer. To install your printer and create objects on a Novell server, use an HP utility (such
as HP Web Jetadmin or HP Install Network Printer Wizard) or a Novell utility (such as
NWadmin).
To install the printing system software
1. If you are installing the software on Windows 2000 or Windows XP, make sure that you
have administrator privileges.
2. Close all software programs that are open or running.
3. Insert the printer CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
If the welcome screen does not open, start it by using the following procedure:
● On the Start menu, click Run.
● Type the following: X:\setup (where X is the letter of the CD-ROM drive).
● Click OK.
4. When prompted, click Install Printer and follow the instructions on the computer screen.
5. Click Finish when installation has completed.
6. You might need to restart the computer.
7. Print a Test Page or a page from any software program to make sure that the software is
correctly installed.
If installation fails, reinstall the software. If this fails, check the installation notes and
readme files on the printer CD-ROM or the flyer that came in the printer box, or go to
http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610 for help or more information.
To set up a Windows computer to use the network printer using
Windows-sharing
If the printer is directly connected to a computer using a parallel cable, you can share the
printer on the network so that other network users can print to it.
See your Windows documentation to enable Windows-sharing. After the printer is shared,
install the printer software on all computers that share the printer.
Installing Macintosh printing system software for networks
This section describes how to install Macintosh printing system software. The printing
system software supports Apple Mac OS version 9.2.x, Apple Mac OS version 10.1, and later.
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The printing system software includes the following components:
● PostScript® Printer Description (PPD) files
The PPDs, in combination with the Apple PostScript printer drivers, provide access to
printer features. An installation program for the PPDs and other software is provided on
the CD-ROM that came with the printer. Use the Apple LaserWriter 8 printer driver that
comes with the computer.
● HP LaserJet Utility
The HP LaserJet Utility provides access to features that are not available in the printer
driver. Use the illustrated screens to select printer features and complete the following
tasks with the printer:
● Name the printer.
● Assign the printer to a zone on the network.
● Assign an IP to the printer.
● Download files and fonts.
● Configure and set the printer for IP or AppleTalk printing.
NOTE
NOTE
The HP LaserJet Utility is not currently supported for OS X, but the utility is supported for the
Classic environment.
To install printer drivers from Mac OS 9.2
1. Connect the network cable between the HP Jetdirect print server and a network port.
2. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM menu runs automatically. If
the CD-ROM menu does not run automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon on the
desktop, and then double-click the Installer icon. This icon is located in the Installer/
<language> folder of the Starter CD-ROM (where <language> is your language
preference). (For example, the Installer/English folder contains the Installer icon for the
English printer software.)
3. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
4. Open the Apple Desktop Printer Utility located in the {Startup Disk}: Applications: Utilities
folder.
5. Double-click Printer (AppleTalk).
6. Next to AppleTalk Printer Selection, click Change.
7. Select the printer, click Auto Setup, and then click Create.
8. On the Printing menu, click Set Default Printer.
The icon on the desktop will appear to be generic. All the print panels will appear in the print
dialog in an application.
To install printer drivers from Mac OS 10.1 and later
1. Connect the network cable between the HP Jetdirect print server and a network port.
2. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM menu runs automatically. If
the CD-ROM menu does not run automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon on the
desktop, and then double-click the Installer icon. This icon is located in the Installer/
<language> folder of the Starter CD-ROM (where <language> is your language
preference). (For example, the Installer/English folder contains the Installer icon for the
English printer software.)
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3. Double-click the HP LaserJet Installers folder.
4. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
5. Double-click the Installer icon for the desired language.
6. On your computer hard drive, double-click Applications, Utilities, and then Print Center.
7. Click Add Printer.
8. Select the AppleTalk connection type on OS X 10.1 and the Rendezvous connection
type on OS X 10.2.
9. Select the printer name.
10. Click Add Printer.
11. Close the Print Center by clicking the close button in the upper-left corner.
NOTE
NOTE
Macintosh computers cannot be connected directly to the printer using a parallel port.
Installing Macintosh printing system software for direct connections
(USB)
Macintosh computers do not support parallel port connections.
This section explains how to install the printing system software for Mac OS 9.2.x and Mac
OS X and later.
The Apple LaserWriter driver must be installed to use the PPD files. Use the Apple
LaserWriter 8 driver that came with your Macintosh computer.
To install the printing system software
1. Connect a USB cable between the USB port on the printer and the USB port on the
computer. Use a standard 2-meter USB cable.
2. Close all software programs that are open or running.
3. Insert the printer CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive and run the installer.
The CD-ROM menu runs automatically. If the CD-ROM menu does not run
automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon on the desktop, and then double-click the
Installer icon. This icon is located in the Installer/<language> folder of the Starter CD-
ROM (where <language> is your language preference).
4. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
5. Restart the computer.
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6. For Mac OS 9.2.x:
● From HD/Applications/Utilities, open the Apple Desktop Printer Utility.
● Double-click Printer (USB).
● Next to USB Printer Selection, click Change.
● Select the printer, click Auto Setup, and then click Create.
● Click on the Desktop Printer Icon that was just created.
● On the Printing menu, click Set Default Printer.
For Mac OS X: From HD/Applications/Utilities/Print Center, start the Print Center. If the
printer does not set up automatically, do the following:
● Click Add Printer.
● From within the printer list, select USB as the connection type.
● Select the printer and then click Add in the lower-left corner.
7. Print a Test Page or a page from any software program to make sure that the software is
correctly installed.
If installation fails, reinstall the software. If this fails, see the installation notes or readme
files on the printer CD-ROM or the flyer that came in the printer box, or go to
http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610 for help or more information.
NOTE
The icon on the desktop will appear to be generic. All the print panels will appear in the print
dialog in an application.
Installing the software after the parallel or USB cable has been connected
If you have already connected a parallel or USB cable to a Windows computer, the New
Hardware Found dialog box appears when you turn on the computer.
To install the software for Windows 2000 or Windows XP
1. In the New Hardware Found dialog box, click Search.
2. On the Locate Driver Files screen, select the Specify a Location check box, clear all
other check boxes, and then click Next.
3. Type the letter for the root directory. For example, X:\ (where "X:\" is the letter of the root
directory on the CD-ROM drive).
4. Click Next.
5. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
6. Click Finish when installation has completed.
7. Select a language and follow the instructions on the computer screen.
8. Print a Test Page or a page from any software program to make sure that the software is
correctly installed.
If installation fails, reinstall the software. If this fails, check the installation notes and
readme files on the printer CD-ROM or the flyer that came in the printer box, or go to
http://www.hp.com/support/clj4610 for help or more information.
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Uninstalling the software
This section explains how to uninstall the printing system software.
To remove software from Windows operating systems
Use the Uninstaller in the HP LaserJet 4610n/Tools program group to select and remove any
or all of the Windows HP printing system components.
1. Click Start and then click Programs.
2. Point to HP LaserJet 4610n and then click Tools.
3. Click Uninstaller.
4. Click Next.
5. Select the HP printing system components you want to uninstall.
6. Click OK.
7. Follow the instructions on the computer screen to complete the uninstallation.
To remove software from Macintosh operating systems
Drag the HP LaserJet folder and PPDs to the trash can.
Software for networks
For a summary of available HP network installation and configuration software solutions, see
the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide. You can find this guide on the CD-ROM
included with the HP Jetdirect 175x external print server.
HP Web Jetadmin
HP Web Jetadmin allows you to manage HP Jetdirect connected printers within your intranet
using a browser. HP Web Jetadmin is a browser-based management tool, and should be
installed only on a single network administration server. It can be installed and run on Red
Hat Linux; Suse Linux; Windows 2000 Professional, Server, and Advanced Server; and
Windows XP Professional Service Pack 1 systems.
To download a current version of HP Web Jetadmin and for the latest list of supported host
systems, visit HP online at http://www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin.
When installed on a host server, HP Web Jetadmin can be accessed by any client through a
supported web browser (such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6.0 or Netscape
Navigator 7.0).
HP Web Jetadmin has the following features:
● Task-oriented user interface provides configurable views, saving network managers
significant time.
● Customizable user profiles let network administrators include only the function viewed or
used.
● Instant e-mail notification of hardware failure, low supplies, and other printer problems
now route to different people.
● Remote installation and management from anywhere using only a standard Web browser.
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● Advanced autodiscovery locates peripherals on the network, without manually entering
each printer into a database.
● Simple integration into enterprise management packages.
● Quickly find peripherals based on parameters such as IP address, color capability, and
model name.
● Easily organize peripherals into logical groups, with virtual office maps for easy
navigation.
● Manages and configures multiple printers at once.
For the latest information about HP Web Jetadmin go to http://www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin.
UNIX
The HP Jetdirect Printer Installer for UNIX is a simple printer installation utility for HP-UX and
Solaris networks. It is available for download at http://www.hp.com/support/net_printing.
Utilities
The HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer is equipped with several software applications for
Windows and Macintosh OS users and network administrators that make it easy to monitor
and manage the printer on a network. These programs are summarized in the following table.
Windows Macintosh OS
● Software installer —
automates the printing
system installation
● Online Web registration
● PostScript Printer
Description files (PPDs) —
for use with the Apple
PostScript drivers that
comes with the Mac OS
● HP LaserJet Utility
(available from the
Internet) — a printer
management utility for Mac
OS users
Network administrator
● HP Web Jetadmin — a
browser-based system
management tool. See
http://www.hp.com/go/
webjetadmin for the latest
HP Web Jetadmin software
● HP Jetdirect Printer
Installer for UNIX —
available for download
from http://www.hp.com/
support/net_printing
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Print media specifications
For optimum results, use conventional 75 g/m2 (20 lb) photocopy paper. Verify that the paper
is of good quality and is free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, curls,
or bent edges.
● To order supplies in the U.S., go to http://www.hp.com/go/ljsupplies.
● To order supplies worldwide, go to http://www.hp.com/ghp/buyonline.html.
● To order accessories, go to http://www.hp.com/go/accessories.
● For additional information about supported media weights and sizes, go to
http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide.
Supported media weights and sizes
Tray 1 media sizes
Tray 1 Dimensions Weight or thickness Capacity
Standard size paper/
cardstock (letter/A4,
legal, executive, JIS
B5, A5)
Minimum size paper/
cardstock
Maximum size paper/
cardstock
76.2 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 in)
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
Standard size glossy
paper (letter/A4, legal,
executive, JIS B5, A5)
Minimum size glossy
paper
Maximum size glossy
paper
76.2 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 in)
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
Heavy Glossy paper 216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
Standard size
transparencies (letter/
A4)
60 to 200 g/m
2
(16 to 53 lb bond)
164 to 200 g/m
2
(43 to 53 lb bond)
164 to 200 g/m
2
(43 to 53 lb bond)
75 to 105 g/m
2
(20 to 28 lb bond)
75 to 200 g/m
2
(20 to 32 lb bond)
75 to 200 g/m
2
(20 to 32 lb bond)
106 to 120 g/m
2
(28 to 32 lb bond)
0.13 to 0.13 mm thick
(5 to 5 mils thick)
100 sheets
2
(75 g/m
; 20 lb bond)
100 sheets
2
(75 g/m
; 20 lb bond)
100 sheets
(75 g/m
2
; 20 lb bond)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
60 sheets
Standard HP Tough
Paper (letter/A4, legal,
0.13 to 0.13 mm thick
(5 to 5 mils thick)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
executive, JIS B5, A5)
Minimum size
HP Tough Paper
Maximum size
HP Tough Paper
76.2 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 in)
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
0.13 to 0.13 mm thick
(5 to 5 mils thick)
0.13 to 0.13 mm thick
(5 to 5 mils thick)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
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Tray 1 media sizes (continued)
Tray 1 Dimensions Weight or thickness Capacity
Envelope (Com 10,
Monarch, C5, DL, B5)
Standard size label
(letter/A4, legal,
105 to 105 g/m
(43 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 163 g/m
(16 to 47 lb bond)
2
2
20 envelopes
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
executive, JIS B5, A5)
Minimum size label 76.2 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 in)
Maximum size label 216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
Tray 2 media sizes
1
60 to 163 g/m
(16 to 47 lb bond)
60 to 163 g/m
(16 to 47 lb bond)
2
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
2
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
Tray 2 Dimensions Weight or thickness Capacity
Standard size letter
(letter/A4, legal,
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
2
500 sheets
(75 g/m
executive, JIS B5, A5)
Minimum size paper 148 by 210 mm
(7.16 by 8.17 in)
Maximum size paper 216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
2
500 sheets
(75 g/m
2
500 sheets
(75 g/m
2
; 20 lb bond)
2
; 20 lb bond)
2
; 20 lb bond)
Standard size glossy
paper (letter/A4, legal,
executive, JIS B5, A5)
Minimum size glossy
paper
Maximum size glossy
paper
182 by 210 mm
(7.16 by 8.17 in)
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
Standard size label
(letter/A4, legal,
executive, JIS B5, A5)
Minimum size label 182 by 210 mm
(7.16 by 8.17 in)
Maximum size label 216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
Transparencies (letter,
A4)
Standard HP Tough
Paper (letter/A4, legal,
executive, JIS B5, A5)
75 to 120 g/m
2
(20 to 32 lb bond)
75 to 120 g/m
2
(20 to 32 lb bond)
75 to 120 g/m
2
(20 to 32 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
2
(16 to 28 lb bond)
75 to 120 g/m
2
(20 to 32 lb bond)
75 to 120 g/m
2
(20 to 32 lb bond)
0.13 to 0.13 mm thick
(5 to 5 mils thick)
0.13 to 0.13 mm thick
(5 to 5 mils thick)
200 sheets
200 sheets
200 sheets
Maximum stack
height: 50 mm (2 in)
Maximum stack
height: 50 mm (2 in)
Maximum stack
height: 50 mm (2 in)
100 sheets
(0.13 mm thick; 5 mils
thick)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
Minimum size
HP Tough Paper
1
Tray 2 uses a custom size specifically for B5 ISO. Tray 2 does not support the range of
76.2 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 in)
0.13 to 0.13 mm thick
(5 to 5 mils thick)
Maximum stack
height: 10 mm (0.6 in)
custom sizes available in Tray 1.
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2
Control panel
This chapter contains information on the printer control panel, which provides control of
printer functions and communicates information about the printer and print jobs. The
following topics are covered:
●
Introduction
●
Control panel buttons
●
Interpreting control panel indicator lights
●
Control panel menus
●
Menu hierarchy
●
Retrieve job menu
●
Information menu
●
Paper handling menu
●
Configure device menu
●
Diagnostics menu
●
Changing printer control panel configuration settings
●
Using the printer control panel in shared environments
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Introduction
The control panel provides control of printer functions and communicates information about
the printer and print jobs. Its display provides graphic information about printer and supplies
status, making it easy to identify and correct problems.
Control panel buttons and lights
1 M
ENU
button
2 S
TOP
button
3 R
EADY
light
4 D
ATA
light
5 A
TTENTION
6
ELP
H
7 B
ACK/EXIT
8 D
OWN ARROW
9 S
ELECT
10 U
P ARROW
11 Display
light
( ) button
( ) button
( ) button
( ) button
( ) button
The printer communicates via the display and the lights on the lower left side of the control
panel. The Ready, Data, and Attention lights provide at-a-glance information about the state
of the printer and alert you to printing problems. The display shows more complete status
information as well as menus, help information, animations, and error messages.
Display
The printer’s display gives you complete, timely information about the printer and print jobs.
Graphics illustrate levels of supplies, the locations of paper jams, and job status. Menus give
access to printer functions and detailed information.
The top-level screen on the display has three areas:
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Printer display
1 Message area
2 Message area
3 Prompt area
Printer display
1 Message area
2 Supplies gauge
3 Print cartridge colors are indicated from left to right: black, magenta, yellow, and cyan
The message and prompt areas of the display alert you to the state of the printer and tell you
how to respond.
The supplies gauge shows the consumption levels of print cartridges (black, magenta,
yellow, cyan). A ? appears instead of the consumption level when the level is not known.
This can occur in the following circumstances:
● missing cartridges
● incorrectly placed cartridges
● cartridges with an error
● some non-HP cartridges
The supplies gauge appears whenever the printer shows the Ready state with no warnings.
It will also appear when the printer shows a warning or error message concerning a print
cartridge or multiple supplies.
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Control panel buttons
Use the buttons on the control panel to perform printer functions and to navigate and
respond to menus and messages in the display.
Button name Function
S
ELECT
UP
ARROW
D
OWN ARROW
B
ACK/EXIT ARROW
M
ENU
S
TOP
Makes selections and resumes printing after
recovery errors.
Navigates menus and text, and increases or
decreases the values of numerical items in the
display.
Navigates backward in nested menus, or quits
menus or help.
Accesses and exits the menus.
Pauses the current job and provides options to
resume printing or to cancel the current job.
H
ELP
Provides animated graphics and detailed
information on printer messages or menus.
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Interpreting control panel indicator lights
Control panel indicator lights
1 R
EADY
2 D
ATA
3 A
TTENTION
Indicator On Off Flashing
R
EADY
(green)
Printer is online (able
to accept and process
data).
Printer is offline or is
turned off.
Printer is attempting to
stop printing and go
offline.
D
ATA
(green)
A
TTENTION
(amber)
Processed data is
present in the printer,
but more data is
needed to complete
the job.
A critical error has
occurred. Printer
requires attention.
Printer is not
processing or
receiving data.
No conditions exist
that require attention.
Printer is processing
and receiving data.
An error has occurred.
Printer requires
attention.
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Control panel menus
You can perform most routine printing tasks from the computer through the printer driver or
software application. This is the most convenient way to control the printer, and will override
the printer control panel settings. See the help files associated with the software, or for more
information on accessing the printer driver, see
You can also control the printer by changing settings in the printer’s control panel. Use the
control panel to access printer features not supported by the printer driver or software
application. Use the control panel to configure trays for paper size and type.
Getting started basics
Printer software.
● Enter the menus and activate any selection by pressing the M
● Use the Up or Down arrows (
navigation, the Up and Down arrows can increase and decrease numerical value
selections. Hold down the Up or Down arrows to scroll faster.
● The Back button (
numerical values when configuring the printer.
● Exit all menus by pressing M
● If no key is pressed for 60 seconds, the printer will return to the Ready state.
● A lock symbol next to a menu item means a PIN number is needed to use that item.
Typically, this number is obtained from your network administrator.
) allows you to move back in menu selections as well as select
) to navigate through the menus. In addition to menu
ENU
.
ENU
button.
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Menu hierarchy
The following tables list the menu hierarchies of each menu.
To enter the menus
Press M
Press
Press
MENUS RETRIEVE JOB
ENU
to enter MENUS.
or to navigate the listings.
to select the appropriate option.
INFORMATION
PAPER HANDLING
CONFIGURE DEVICE
DIAGNOSTICS
SERVICE
Retrieve job menu
See Retrieve job menu for more information.
RETRIEVE JOB PRINT STORED JOB LIST
A list of stored jobs appears
NO STORED JOBS
Information menu
See Information menu for more information.
INFORMATION PRINT MENU MAP
PRINT CONFIGURATION
PRINT SUPPLIES STATUS PAGE
SUPPLIES STATUS
PRINT USAGE PAGE
PRINT DEMO
PRINT RGB SAMPLES
PRINT CMYK SAMPLES
PRINT PCL FONT LIST
PRINT PS FONT LIST
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Paper handling menu
See Paper handling menu for more information.
PAPER HANDLING TRAY 1 SIZE
TRAY 1 TYPE
Tray <N> Size
N = 2
Tray <N> Type
N = 2
Configure device menu
See Configure device menu and Changing printer control panel configuration settings for
more information.
CONFIGURE DEVICE PRINTING COPIES
DEFAULT PAPER SIZE
DEFAULT CUSTOM PAPER
SIZE
OVERRIDE A4/LETTER
MANUAL FEED
COURIER FONT
WIDE A4
PRINT PS ERRORS
PCL
PRINT QUALITY ADJUST COLOR
SET REGISTRATION
PRINT MODES
OPTIMIZE
QUICK CALIBRATE NOW
FULL CALIBRATE NOW
COLOR RET
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SYSTEM SETUP JOB STORAGE LIMIT
JOB HELD TIMEOUT
SHOW ADDRESS
COLOR/BLACK MIX
TRAY BEHAVIOR
POWERSAVE TIME
PERSONALITY
CLEARABLE WARNINGS
AUTO CONTINUE
SUPPLIES LOW
COLOR SUPPLY OUT
JAM RECOVERY
LANGUAGE
I/O I/O TIMEOUT
PARALLEL INPUT
RESETS RESTORE FACTORY
SETTINGS
POWERSAVE
RESET SUPPLIES
Diagnostics menu
See Diagnostics menu for more information.
DIAGNOSTICS PRINT EVENT LOG
SHOW EVENT LOG
PQ TROUBLESHOOTING
DISABLE CARTRIDGE CHECK
PAPER PATH SENSORS
PAPER PATH TEST
MANUAL SENSOR TEST
COMPONENT TEST
PRINT/STOP TEST
COLOR BAND TEST
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Retrieve job menu
The retrieve job menu allows you to view listings of all stored jobs.
NOTE
You must have additional memory installed in the printer to use the job storage feature. The
memory that comes standard with the printer is not sufficient to support the job storage
feature.
Menu item Description
PRINT STORED JOB LIST Prints a page that lists all jobs
stored on the printer.
A list of stored jobs for each user appears. Each person who has jobs
stored on the printer is listed.
The number in parentheses
indicates how many jobs that
person has stored.
NO STORED JOBS If there are no stored jobs, this
message appears in place of
the list.
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Information menu
Use the information menu to access and print specific printer information.
Menu item Description
PRINT MENU MAP
PRINT CONFIGURATION Prints the printer configuration page, which
PRINT SUPPLIES STATUS PAGE Prints the estimated remaining life for the
SUPPLIES STATUS
PRINT USAGE PAGE
PRINT DEMO Prints a demonstration page.
PRINT RGB SAMPLES Prints color samples for different RGB values.
Prints the control panel menu map, which shows
the layout and current settings of the control
panel menu items. See
shows the current printer configuration. If an
HP Jetdirect external print server device is
installed, request an HP Jetdirect configuration
page through the HP Jetdirect device. The
printer will then print the HP Jetdirect
configuration page.
supplies; reports statistics on total number of
pages and jobs processed, print cartridge
manufacture date, serial number, page counts,
and maintenance information.
Displays the supplies status in a scrollable list.
Prints a count of all media sizes that have
passed through the printer; lists whether they
were simplex, duplex, monochrome, or color;
and reports the page count.
The samples act as a guide for color matching
on the HP Color LaserJet 4610n.
Printer information pages.
PRINT CMYK SAMPLES Prints color samples for different CMYK values.
The samples act as a guide for color matching
on the HP Color LaserJet 4610n.
PRINT PCL FONT LIST Prints the available PCL fonts.
PRINT PS FONT LIST Prints the available PS (emulated PostScript)
fonts.
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Paper handling menu
The paper handling menu allows you to configure input trays by size and type. It is important
to correctly configure the trays with this menu before you print for the first time.
NOTE
If you have used other HP LaserJet printer models, you might be accustomed to configuring
Tray 1 to first mode or cassette mode. On theHP Color LaserJet 4610n printer, setting Tray
1 size and type to ANY SIZE is equivalent to first mode. Setting size or type for Tray 1 to a
setting other than ANY SIZE is equivalent to cassette mode.
Menu item
TRAY 1 SIZE A list of available sizes appears. Allows you to configure the
TRAY 1 TYPE A list of available types appears. Allows you to configure the
Tray <N> Size
N = 2
Value Description
media size for Tray 1. The
default is ANY SIZE. See
Supported media weights and
sizes for a complete list of
available sizes.
media type for Tray 1. The
default is ANY TYPE. See
Supported media weights and
sizes for a complete list of
available types.
A list of available sizes appears. Allows you to configure the
media size for Tray 2. The
default setting is the size
detected by the guides in the
tray. To use a custom size,
move the switch in the tray to
custom. See
weights and sizes for a
complete list of available sizes.
Supported media
Tray <N> Type
N = 2
A list of available types appears. Allows you to configure the
media type for Tray 2. The
default is PLAIN. See
Supported media weights and
sizes for a complete list of
available types.
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Configure device menu
The configure device menu allows you to change the printer’s default printing settings, adjust
the print quality, change the system’s configuration and I/O options, and reset the printer’s
default settings.
Printing menu
These settings affect only jobs without identified properties. Most jobs identify all of the
properties and override the values set from this menu. This menu can also be used to set
default media size and type.
Menu item Values Description
COPIES 1-32000 Allows you to set the default
number of copies. The default
number is 1.
DEFAULT PAPER SIZE A list of available sizes
appears.
DEFAULT CUSTOM PAPER SIZE UNIT OF MEASURE
X DIMENSION
Y DIMENSION
OVERRIDE A4/LETTER NO
YES
MANUAL FEED OFF
ON
Allows you to set the default
media size. This setting applies
only to print jobs that do not
have a paper size specified in
the program or printer driver.
Allows you to set the default
size for any job without
dimensions. This menu item
appears only if the CUSTOM/
STANDARD switch on the
selected tray is set to CUSTOM.
Allows you to set the printer to
print an A4 job on letter-size
paper when no A4 paper is
loaded. The default is NO.
Feeds the paper manually from
Tray 1 rather than
automatically from a tray. If
MANUAL FEED is set to ON
and Tray 1 is empty, the printer
goes offline when it receives a
print job. MANUALLY FEED
[PAPER SIZE] appears on the
printer control panel display.
The default is OFF.
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Menu item Values Description
COURIER FONT REGULAR
DARK
WIDE A4 NO
YES
PRINT PS ERRORS OFF
ON
Selects the version of Courier
font to use:
REGULAR: The internal
Courier font available on
HP LaserJet 4 series printers.
DARK: The internal Courier
font available on
HP LaserJet III series printers.
The default is REGULAR.
Changes the number of
characters that can be printed
on a single line of A4 paper.
NO: Up to 78 10-pitch
characters can be printed on
one line.
YES: Up to 80 10-pitch
characters can be printed on
one line.
The default is NO.
Allows you to select to print PS
error pages.
OFF: PS error page never
prints.
ON: PS error page prints when
PS errors occur.
PRINT PDF ERRORS OFF
ON
The default is OFF.
Allows you to select to print
PDF error pages.
OFF: PDF error page never
prints.
ON: PDF error page prints
when PDF errors occur.
The default is OFF.
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Menu item Values Description
PCL FORM LENGTH
ORIENTATION
FONT SOURCE
FONT NUMBER
FONT PITCH
SYMBOL SET
Allows you to configure
settings for the printer control
language.
FORM LENGTH: Sets vertical
spacing from 5 to 128 lines for
default paper size.
ORIENTATION: Allows you to
select default page orientation
to portrait or landscape.
FONT SOURCE: Allows you to
select the font source as
*Internal.
FONT NUMBER: The printer
assigns a number to each font
and lists the numbers on the
PCL Font List. The range is 0
to 999.
FONT PITCH: Selects the font
pitch. This item might not
appear, depending on the font
selected. The range is 0.44 to
99.99.
FONT POINT SIZE: Selects
the font point size. This
appears only if a font with a
scalable point size is selected
as the default font. The range
is 4.00 to 999.75.
SYMBOL SET: Selects any
one of several available
symbol sets at the printer
control panel. A symbol set is a
unique grouping of all the
characters in a font. PC-8 or
PC-850 is recommended for
line-draw characters.
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Menu item Values Description
PCL (CONTINUED) APPEND CR TO LF
SUPPRESS BLANK
PAGES
APPEND CR TO LF: Select
YES to append a carriage
return to each line feed
encountered in backwardcompatible PCL jobs (pure
text, no job control). Some
environments, such as UNIX,
indicate a new line using only
the line feed control code. This
option allows you to append
the required carriage return to
each line feed.
SUPPRESS BLANK PAGES:
When generating your own
PCL, extra form feeds are
included that would cause a
blank page(s) to be printed.
Select YES for form feeds to
be ignored if the page is blank.
Print quality menu
This menu allows you to adjust all aspects of print quality, including calibration, registration,
and color halftone settings.
Menu item Values Description
ADJUST COLOR HIGHLIGHTS
MIDTONES
SHADOWS
RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES
Allows you to modify the half
tone settings for each color.
The default for each color is 0.
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Menu item Values Description
SET REGISTRATION PRINT TEST PAGE
SOURCE
ADJUST TRAY [N]
Allows simplex and duplex
image alignment.
Shifts the margin alignment to
center the image on the page
from top to bottom, and left to
right. You can also align the
image that is printed on the
front with the image that is
printed on the back.
PRINT TEST PAGE: Prints a
test page that shows the
current registration settings.
SOURCE: Allows you to select
the tray for which you want to
print the test page. If installed,
optional trays appear as
selections, where [N] is the
number of the tray.
ADJUST TRAY [N]: Sets the
registration for the specified
tray, where [N] is the number of
the tray. A selection appears
for each tray that is installed,
and registration must be set for
each tray.
● X1 SHIFT: Registration of
the image on the paper
from side to side, as the
paper lies in the tray. For
duplexing, this side is the
second side (back) of the
paper.
● X2 SHIFT: Registration of
the image on the paper
from side to side, as the
paper lies in the tray, for
the first side (front) of a
duplexed page. This item
appears only if an optional
duplexer is installed and
enabled. Set the X1 SHIFT
first.
● Y SHIFT: Registration of
the image on the paper
from top to bottom as the
paper lies in the tray.
The default for the SOURCE is
TRAY 2. The default for the
sub-items ADJUST TRAY 1
and ADJUST TRAY 2 is 0.
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Menu item Values Description
PRINT MODES A list of available modes
appears.
OPTIMIZE BACKGROUND
TRANSFER
TRANSPARENCY
FUSER WARMUP
MEDIA TYPE
RESTORE OPTIMIZE
QUICK CALIBRATE NOW Performs partial printer
FULL CALIBRATE NOW Performs all printer calibrations.
Allows you to associate each
media type with a specific print
mode.
Change the print mode only if
you are experiencing problems
printing on certain media types.
After you select a type of
media, you can select a print
mode that is available for that
type.
Allows you to optimize certain
parameters for all jobs rather
than optimizing by media type.
The default for each item is OFF.
calibrations.
For more information, see
Calibrating the printer.
For more information, see
Calibrating the printer.
COLOR RET OFF
ON
The COLOR RET menu item
allows the user to either turn on
or turn off a color printer’s REt
(Resolution Enhancement
Technology) setting. The
default is ON.
System setup menu
The system setup menu allows you to make changes to general printer configuration default
settings such as PowerSave Time, printer personality (language), and jam recovery.
Changing printer control panel configuration settings for more information.
See
Menu item Values Description
JOB STORAGE LIMIT 1-100 Sets the limit for the maximum
number of jobs stored in the printer
memory.
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Menu item Values Description
JOB HELD TIMEOUT OFF
1 HOUR
4 HOURS
1 DAY
1 WEEK
SHOW ADDRESS AUTO
OFF
COLOR/BLACK MIX AUTO
MOSTLY COLOR
PAGES
MOSTLY BLACK
PAGES
Sets the period of time that the
system keeps files in job storage
before deleting them from the queue.
The default is OFF.
This item determines whether the
printer’s IP address is shown on the
display with the Ready message. The
default is OFF.
This menu item establishes how the
printer switches from color to
monochrome (black and white) mode
for maximum performance and print
cartridge life.
AUTO will determine the mode the
engine will go into based on the first
page of a print job. If the first page is
monochrome, the engine will go into
mono mode until a color page is
detected. It will then continue in color
mode until the end of the job. If the
first page is in color, the engine will
go into color mode for the duration of
the job.
Select MOSTLY COLOR PAGES if
nearly all of your print jobs are color
with high page coverage. This will
cause the engine to always run in
color mode, even if the whole job is in
monochrome.
Select MOSTLY BLACK PAGES if
you print mostly monochrome print
jobs, or a combination of color and
monochrome print jobs. This will
cause the engine to switch back and
forth between color and monochrome
mode. If the first page is
monochrome, the engine will go into
mono mode until a color page is
detected. It will then go into color
mode. If 3 consecutive monochrome
pages are detected, the engine will
switch back to monochrome mode
again. If the first page is color, the
engine will go into color mode until 3
consecutive monochrome pages are
detected, at which point it will switch
back to monochrome mode again
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Menu item Values Description
TRAY BEHAVIOR USE
REQUESTED
TRAY
MANUALLY
FEED PROMPT
PS DEFER MEDIA
Allows you to specify settings for the
tray selection behavior. (This setting
allows you to configure the trays to
behave like trays in some previous
HP printers and to configure twosided printing behavior for pre-printed
paper.)
USE REQUESTED TRAY:
Determines whether the printer tries
to pull paper from a different tray than
the one that you selected in the
printer driver.
● EXCLUSIVELY: Sets the printer
to pull paper only from the tray
that you selected and not pull
from another tray automatically if
the tray that you selected is
empty.
● FIRST: Sets the printer to pull
from the tray that you selected
first, but allows the printer to pull
from another tray automatically if
the tray that you selected is
empty.
The default for USE REQUESTED
TRAY is EXCLUSIVELY.
MANUALLY FEED PROMPT:
Determines when the printer shows a
prompt regarding pulling from Tray 1
if your print job does not match the
type or size that is loaded in any
other tray.
● ALWAYS: Select this option if
you always want to be prompted
before the printer pulls from Tray
1.
● UNLESS LOADED: Prompts you
only if Tray 1 is empty.
The default for MANUALLY FEED
PROMPT is ALWAYS.
PS DEFER MEDIA affects how paper
is handled when printing from an
Adobe PS print driver. ENABLED
uses HP’s paper handling. Disabled
uses the Adobe PS paper handling.
The default is ENABLED.
See
Changing printer control panel
configuration settings for more
information.
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Menu item Values Description
POWERSAVE TIME 1 MINUTE
15 MINUTES
30 MINUTES
60 MINUTES
90 MINUTES
2 HOURS
4 HOURS
PERSONALITY AUTO
PDF
PCL
PS
MIME
CLEARABLE WARNINGS ON
JOB
Reduces power consumption when
the printer has been inactive for the
period of time specified by this item to
reduce wear on electronic
components in the printer. The printer
automatically comes out of
POWERSAVE mode when a job is
sent to the printer.
The default is 30 MINUTES.
Sets the default personality to
automatic switching, PCL, PDF, or
PostScript emulation. The default is
AUTO.
Sets whether a warning is cleared on
the control panel or when another job
is sent.
JOB: The clearable warning message
appears until the end of the job that
generated the message.
ON: The clearable warning message
appears until you press
(S
ELECT
).
The default is JOB.
AUTO CONTINUE OFF
ON
SUPPLIES LOW STOP
CONTINUE
COLOR SUPPLY OUT AUTOCONTINUE
BLACK
STOP
Determines printer behavior when the
system generates an Auto
Continuable error.
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.
The default is 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
(S
ELECT
).
The default is ON.
Sets low supplies reporting options.
The default is CONTINUE.
Sets the COLOR SUPPLY OUT
printer behavior. When a color supply
is empty and the printer is set to
AUTOCONTINUE BLACK, the
printer will continue printing using
black toner only.
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Menu item Values Description
JAM RECOVERY AUTO
OFF
ON
LANGUAGE A listing of
available
languages appears.
I/O menu
This menu allows you to configure the printer’s I/O options.
Network configuration.
See
Sets whether the printer will attempt
to reprint pages after a jam.
AUTO: The printer automatically
selects the best mode for printer jam
recovery (usually ON).
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.
The default is AUTO.
Sets the default language. The
default language is English.
Menu item Values Description
I/O TIMEOUT 15 SECONDS
Range:5 - 300
Then press
Allows you to select the I/O
timeout in seconds.
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Menu item Values Description
PARALLEL INPUT HIGH SPEED
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
Allows you to select the speed
at which the parallel port
communicates with the host
and to enable or disable the bidirectional parallel
communication.
HIGH SPEED: Select YES to
enable the printer to accept the
faster parallel communications
that are used for connections
with newer computers.
The default for HIGH SPEED is
YES.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS:
Turn the bidirectional parallel
communication on or off. The
default is set for a bidirectional
parallel port (IEEE-1284).
The function allows the printer
to send status readback
messages to the computer.
(Turning the parallel advanced
functions on might slow
language switching.)
The default for ADVANCED
FUNCTIONS is ON.
Resets menu
The resets menu allows you to reset factory settings, disable and enable PowerSave, and
update the printer after new supplies are installed.
Menu item Values Description
RESTORE FACTORY
SETTINGS
POWERSAVE OFF
RESET SUPPLIES NEW TRANSFER KIT
None. Allows you to clear the page
buffer, remove all perishable
personality data, reset the
printing environment, and
return all default settings to
factory defaults.
Allows you to enable and
ON
NEW FUSER KIT
disable PowerSave. The
default is ON.
Allows you to inform the printer
that a new transfer kit or new
fuser kit has been installed.
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Diagnostics menu
The diagnostics menu allows you to run tests that can help you identify and solve problems
with the printer.
Menu item Description
PRINT EVENT LOG This item will print an event log
SHOW EVENT LOG This item displays the last 50
DISABLE CARTRIDGE CHECK This item allows you to remove
Paper Path SENSOR TEST This item performs a test on
that will display the last 50
entries in the printer’s event
log, starting with the most
recent.
events on the control panel
display, starting with the most
recent.
a print cartridge to help
determine which cartridge is
the source of the problem.
each of the printer’s sensors to
determine if they are working
correctly and displays the
status of each sensor.
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Menu item Description
PAPER PATH TEST Generates a test page that is
useful for testing the paperhandling features of the printer.
Press
(S
ELECT
button) to start
the paper-path test using the
source (tray), destination
(output bin), duplex, and
number of copies settings that
you set in the other items on
the PAPER PATH TEST menu.
Set the other items before
selecting PRINT TEST PAGE.
SOURCE: Select the tray that
uses the paper path that you
want to test. You can select
any tray that is installed. Select
ALL TRAYS to test all tray
paper paths. Paper must be
loaded in the selected trays.
DESTINATION: Select the
output bin that uses the paper
path that you want to test. You
can select any output bin that is
installed. Optional bins (stacker
or stapler/stacker bin) must
also be correctly configured in
the printer driver. Select ALL
BINS to test all paper paths.
COPIES: Set how many sheets
of paper are used from each
tray during the paper-path test.
If you are testing the optional
stapler/stacker (DESTINATION
item), select 10 or more sheets.
MANUAL SENSOR TEST This item performs a test to
determine whether the paper
path sensors are operating
correctly.
COMPONENT TEST This item will activate individual
parts independently to isolate
noise, leaking, and other
hardware issues.
PRINT/STOP TEST This item isolates print quality
faults more accurately by
stopping the printer in mid-print
cycle. Stopping the printer in
mid-print cycle allows you to
see where the image begins to
degrade. Stopping the printer in
mid-print cycle will cause a jam
that may need to be manually
removed. A service
representative should perform
this test.
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Menu item Description
COLOR BAND TEST Use this item to print a color
band test page that is used to
identify arcing in the highvoltage power supply.
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Changing printer control panel configuration settings
By using the printer control panel, you can make changes to general printer configuration
default settings such as tray size and type, PowerSave time, printer personality (language),
and jam recovery.
CAUTION
NOTE
Configuration settings seldom need to be changed. Hewlett-Packard recommends that only
the system administrator change configuration settings.
Job storage limit
This option sets the limit for the maximum number of jobs stored on the printer memory at
the printer.
You must have additional memory installed in the printer to use the job storage feature. The
memory that comes standard with the printer is not sufficient to support the job storage
feature.
To set the job storage limit
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to select JOB STORAGE LIMIT.
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press M
or to change the value.
to set the value.
ENU
.
Job held timeout
This option sets the period of time that the system keeps files in job storage before deleting
them from the queue. The default setting for this option is OFF; the other available settings
are 1 HOUR, 4 HOURS, 1 DAY, and 1 WEEK.
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To set the job held timeout
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight JOB HELD TIMEOUT.
to select JOB HELD TIMEOUT.
or to select the appropriate time period.
to set the time period.
ENU
.
Show address
This item determines whether the printer’s IP address is shown on the display with the
Ready message. If more than one EIO card is installed, the IP address of the card installed
in the first slot appears.
To show the IP address
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight SHOW ADDRESS.
to select SHOW ADDRESS.
or to select the desired option.
to select the option.
ENU
.
Color/black mix
This item allows you to configure printer settings to optimize printer and cartridge
performance for the printing environment. If the printer is primarily used for black printing
(over two-thirds of the pages are black only), change the printer settings to MOSTLY
BLACK PAGES. If the printer is primarily used for color printing, change the printer settings
to MOSTLY COLOR PAGES. If the printer is used for a mix of black-only and color print
jobs, it is recommended that you use the printer default of AUTO. To determine the
percentage of color pages, print a configuration page. See
how to print a configuration page. The configuration page shows the total number of pages
printed and the number of color pages printed. To determine the percentage of color pages
printed, divide the color page count by the total page count.
Printer information pages to learn
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To set the color/black mix
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight COLOR/BLACK MIX.
to select COLOR/BLACK MIX.
or to select the desired option.
to select the option.
ENU
.
Tray behavior options
Tray behavior allows three user-defined options:
● USE REQUESTED TRAY. Selecting EXCLUSIVELY ensures that the printer will not
automatically select another tray when you indicate that a specific tray should be used.
Selecting FIRST allows the printer to pull from a second tray if the specified tray is
empty or does not match the settings specified for the print job. EXCLUSIVELY is the
default setting.
● Manually Feed. If you select ALWAYS (the default value), the system always displays a
prompt before pulling from Tray 1 (multipurpose tray). If you select UNLESS LOADED,
the system will only display the prompt if Tray 1 (multipurpose tray) is empty.
● PS DEFER MEDIA. This setting affects how non-HP PostScript drivers will behave with
the device. There is no need to change this setting if using the drivers supplied by HP. If
set to ENABLED, non-HP PostScript drivers will use the HP tray selection method as
the HP drivers do. If set to Disabled, some non-HP PostScript drivers will use the
PostScript tray selection method instead of the HP method.
To set the printer to use requested tray
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight TRAY BEHAVIOR.
to select TRAY BEHAVIOR.
to select USE REQUESTED TRAY.
or to select EXCLUSIVELY or FIRST.
10. Press
11. Press M
to set the behavior.
ENU
.
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To set manually feed prompt
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press
11. Press
12. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight TRAY BEHAVIOR.
to select TRAY BEHAVIOR.
to highlight MANUALLY FEED PROMPT.
to select MANUALLY FEED PROMPT.
or to select ALWAYS or UNLESS LOADED.
to set the behavior.
ENU
.
To set the printer default for PS Defer Media
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
NOTE
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight TRAY BEHAVIOR.
to select TRAY BEHAVIOR.
to select PS DEFER MEDIA.
9. Press or select ENABLED or Disabled.
10. Press
11. Press M
to set the behavior.
ENU
.
PowerSave Time
The adjustable PowerSave Time feature reduces power consumption when the printer has
been inactive for an extended period. You can set the length of time before the printer goes
into PowerSave mode to 1 MINUTE, 15 MINUTES, 30 MINUTES, 60 MINUTES, 90
MINUTES, 2 HOURS, or to 4 HOURS. The default setting is 30 MINUTES.
The printer display dims when the printer is in PowerSave mode. PowerSave mode does not
affect printer warm-up time.
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To set PowerSave Time
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight POWERSAVE TIME.
to select POWERSAVE TIME.
or to select the appropriate time period.
to set the time period.
ENU
.
To disable/enable PowerSave
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight RESETS.
to select RESETS.
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
to highlight POWERSAVE.
to select POWERSAVE.
or to select ON or OFF.
to set the selection.
ENU
.
Personality
This printer features automatic personality (printer language) switching. AUTO is the default
value.
● AUTO configures the printer to automatically detect the type of print job and configure its
personality to accommodate that job.
● PDF configures the printer to print PDF files.
● PCL configures the printer to use Printer Control Language.
●
PS configures the printer to use PostScript emulation.
● MIME configures the printer for use with hand-held devices such as cellular phones and
personal digital assistants (PDAs).
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To set the personality
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight PERSONALITY.
to select PERSONALITY.
or to select the appropriate personality (AUTO, PCL, PDF, PS, MIME).
to set the personality.
ENU
.
Clearable warnings
You can determine the display time of control panel clearable warnings with this option by
selecting ON or JOB. The default value is JOB.
● ON displays clearable warnings until you press
● JOB displays clearable warnings until the end of the job in which it was generated.
.
To set the clearable warnings
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight CLEARABLE WARNINGS.
to select CLEARABLE WARNINGS.
or to select the appropriate setting.
to set the selection.
ENU
.
Auto continue
You can determine printer behavior when the system generates an Auto Continuable error.
ON is the default setting.
● ON displays an error message for ten seconds before automatically continuing to print.
● OFF pauses printing any time the printer displays an error message and until you press
.
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To set the auto continue
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight AUTO CONTINUE.
to select AUTO CONTINUE.
or to select the appropriate setting.
to set the selection.
ENU
.
Supplies low
The printer allows two options for reporting that supplies are low; CONTINUE is the default
value.
● CONTINUE allows the printer to continue printing while displaying a warning until the
supply is replaced.
● STOP causes the printer to pause printing until you replace the used supply or press
which allows the printer to print while continuing to display the warning.
,
To set supplies low reporting
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight SUPPLIES LOW.
to select SUPPLIES LOW.
or to select the appropriate setting.
to set the selection.
ENU
.
Color supply out
There are two options for this menu item.
● AUTOCONTINUE BLACK allows the printer to continue printing using black toner only
when a color supply is empty. A warning message displays on the control panel when
the printer is in this mode. Printing in this mode is allowed only for a specific number of
pages. After that, the printer will pause printing until you replace the empty color supply.
● STOP causes the printer to stop printing until the empty color supply is replaced.
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To set color supply out response
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight COLOR SUPPLY OUT.
to select COLOR SUPPLY OUT.
or to select the appropriate setting.
to set the selection.
ENU
.
Jam recovery
This option allows you to configure the printer response to paper jams, including how it
handles the pages involved. AUTO is the default value.
● AUTO — the printer automatically turns jam recovery on when sufficient memory is
available.
● ON— the printer reprints any page involved in a paper jam. Additional memory is
allocated to store the last few pages printed, and this may cause overall printer
performance to suffer.
● OFF — the printer will not reprint any page that was involved in a paper jam. Since no
memory is used to store the most recent pages, performance may be optimal.
To set jam recovery response
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight JAM RECOVERY.
to select JAM RECOVERY.
or to select the appropriate setting.
to set the selection.
ENU
.
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Language
On some products, the option to set the default language appears when the printer is first
initialized. Use the
language is highlighted, press the
language at any time by following these steps:
To select language
or arrow to scroll through the available options. When the desired
to set the default language. You may also change the
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
8. Press
9. Press
10. Press M
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlightCONFIGURE DEVICE.
to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
to select SYSTEM SETUP.
to highlight LANGUAGE.
to select LANGUAGE.
or to select the appropriate language.
to set the selection.
ENU
.
To select language if the display is in a language you do not understand
1. Turn the printer power off.
2. Hold down the
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
again.
or to scroll through the available languages.
to save the desired language as the new default.
key while turning the printer power on until all three lights stay on.
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Using the printer control panel in shared environments
Because your printer is shared with other users, adhere to the following guidelines to ensure
successful printer operation:
● Consult your system administrator before making changes to control panel settings.
Changing control panel settings could affect other print jobs.
● Coordinate with other users before changing the default printer font or downloading soft
fonts. Coordinating these operations conserves memory and avoids unexpected printer
output.
● Be aware that switching printer personalities, such as Emulated PostScript or PCL,
affects the printed output of other users.
NOTE
Your network operating system may automatically protect each user’s print job from the
effects of other print jobs. Consult your system administrator for more information.
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I/O Configuration
This chapter describes how to configure certain network parameters on the printer. The
following topics are covered:
●
Network configuration
●
Parallel configuration
●
USB configuration
●
Enhanced I/O configuration
●
Wireless printing
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Network configuration
For more information about using the HP JetDirect 175x external print server, see the
Network Printing Startup Guide included with the CD-ROM in the external print server device
container.
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Parallel configuration
The HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer supports network and parallel connections at the same
time. A parallel connection is made by connecting the printer to the computer using a
bidirectional parallel cable (IEEE-1284-C compliant) with a c-connector plugged into the
printer’s parallel port. The cable can be a maximum of 10 meters (30 feet) long.
When used to describe a parallel interface, the term bidirectional indicates that the printer is
able to both receive data from the computer and send data to the computer through the
parallel port.
NOTE
Parallel port connection
1 c-connector
2 parallel port
To use the enhanced capabilities of the bidirectional parallel interface such as bidirectional
communication between the computer and printer, faster transfer of data, and automatic
configuration of printer drivers, ensure that the most recent printer driver is installed. For
more information, see
Printer drivers.
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USB configuration
This printer supports a USB 1.1 connection. The port is located on the back of the printer, as
shown in the figure below. You must use an A-to-B type USB cable.
USB connection
1 USB connector
2 USB port
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Enhanced I/O configuration
The HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer comes standard with an HP Jetdirect 175x external
print server.
HP Jetdirect print server
An HP Jetdirect external print server can be installed with the printer. This external print
server supports multiple network protocols and operating systems. HP Jetdirect print servers
facilitate network management by allowing you to connect a printer directly to your network
at any location. HP Jetdirect print servers also support the Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP), which provides network managers with remote printer management and
troubleshooting through HP Web Jetadmin software.
NOTE
NOTE
Installation of this external print server and network configuration should be performed by a
network administrator. Configure the external print server through the HP Web Jetadmin
software.
Refer to the HP Jetdirect print server documentation for information on which external
devices are supported.
Available enhanced I/O interfaces
The HP Jetdirect external print server provides software solutions for:
● Novell NetWare
● Microsoft Windows and Windows NT networks
● Apple Mac OS (LocalTalk)
● UNIX (HP-UX and Solaris)
● Linux (Red Hat and SuSE)
● Internet printing
For a summary of available network software solutions, refer to the HP Jetdirect Print Server
Administrator’s Guide, or visit HP online at http://www.hp.com/support/net_printing.
NetWare networks
When using Novell NetWare products with an HP Jetdirect print server, Queue Server mode
provides improved printing performance over Remote Printer mode. The HP Jetdirect print
server supports Novell Directory Services (NDS) as well as bindery modes. For more
information, see the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide.
For Windows 2000 and XP systems, use the printer installation utility for printer setup on a
NetWare network.
Windows networks
For Windows 2000 and XP systems, use your printer installation utility for printer setup on a
Microsoft Windows network. The utility supports printer setup for either peer-to-peer or clientserver network operation.
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AppleTalk networks
Use the HP LaserJet Utility to set up the printer on an EtherTalk or LocalTalk network. For
more information, refer to the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide included with
printers equipped with the HP Jetdirect print server.
UNIX/Linux networks
Use the HP Jetdirect printer installer for UNIX utility to set up the printer on HP-UX or Sun
Solaris networks.
For setup and management on UNIX or Linux networks, use HP Web Jetadmin.
To obtain HP software for UNIX/Linux networks, visit HP online at http://www.hp.com/
support/net_printing. For other installation options supported by the HP Jetdirect print server,
see the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide included with printers equipped with
the HP Jetdirect print server.
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Wireless printing
Wireless networks offer a safe, secure, and cost-effective alternative to traditional wired
network connections. See
servers.
IEEE 802.11b standard
With the wireless HP Jetdirect 802.11b external print server, HP peripherals can be placed
anywhere in the office or home and connected to a wireless network running Microsoft,
Apple, Netware, UNIX, or Linux network operating systems. This wireless technology
provides a high-quality printing solution without the physical constraints of wiring. Peripherals
can be conveniently placed anywhere in an office or home and can be easily moved without
changing network cables.
Installation is easy with the HP Install Network Printer Wizard.
HP Jetdirect 802.11b print servers are available for USB and parallel connections.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth wireless technology is a low-power, short-range radio technology that can be used
to wirelessly connect computers, printers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), cell phones,
and other devices.
Supplies and accessories for a list of available wireless print
Unlike infrared technology, Bluetooth’s reliance on radio signals means that devices do not
have to be in the same room, office, or cubicle with an unobstructed line of sight in order to
communicate. This wireless technology increases portability and efficiency within business
network applications.
The HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer uses a Bluetooth adapter (hp bt1300) to incorporate
Bluetooth wireless technology. The adapter is available for either USB or parallel
connections. The adapter has a 10-meter, line-of-site operation range in the 2.5 GHz ISM
band and can achieve data transfer rates up to 723 Kbps. The device supports the following
Bluetooth profiles:
● Hardcopy Cable Replacement Profile (HCRP)
● Serial Port Profile (SPP)
● Object Push Profile (OPP)
● Basic Imaging Profile (BIP)
● Basic Printing Profile (BPP) with XHTML-Print
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Printing tasks
This chapter describes how to perform basic printing tasks. The following topics are covered:
●
Controlling print jobs
●
Selecting print media
●
Configuring input trays
●
Printing on special media
●
Manual two-sided (duplex) printing
●
Special printing situations
●
Job storage features
●
Managing memory
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Controlling print jobs
In the Microsoft Windows operating system, three settings affect how the printer driver tries
to pull paper when you send a print job. The Source, Type, and Size settings appear in the
Page Setup, Print, or Print Properties dialog boxes in most software programs. If you do
not change these settings, the printer automatically selects a tray using the default printer
settings.
Source
Printing by Source means that you choose a specific tray from which you want the printer to
pull paper. The printer tries to print from this tray, no matter what type or size is loaded. If
you choose a tray that is configured for a type or size that does not match your print job, the
printer does not print automatically. Instead, it waits for you to load the tray you chose with
the type or size of print media for your print job. If you load the tray, the printer begins
printing. If you press
Type and Size
Printing by Type or Size means that you want the printer to pull paper or print media from the
appropriate tray loaded with the correct type and size. Selecting media by type rather than
source is similar to locking out trays and helps protect special media from accidental use.
For example, if a tray is configured for letterhead and you specify the driver to print on plain
paper, the printer will not pull the letterhead from that tray. Instead, it will pull paper from a
tray that has plain paper loaded and is configured for plain paper on the printer control
panel. Selecting media by Type and Size results in significantly better print quality for heavy
paper, glossy paper, and transparencies. Using the wrong setting might result in
unsatisfactory print quality. Always print by Type for special print media, such as labels or
grayscale transparencies. Print by Size for envelopes, if possible.
, the printer displays options to print from another tray.
NOTE
● If you want to print by Type or Size, select the Type or Size from the Page Setup dialog
box, the Print dialog box, or the Print Properties dialog box, depending on the
application.
● If you often print on a certain type or size of media, the printer administrator (for a
network printer) or you (for a local printer) can configure a tray for that type or size.
Then, when you choose that type or size as you print a job, the printer pulls media from
the tray configured for that type or size.
Print setting priorities
Changes made to print settings are prioritized according to where the changes are made as
follows:
The names of commands and dialog boxes may vary depending on your program.
● Page Setup dialog box. This dialog box opens when you click Page Setup or a similar
command on the File menu of the program you are working in. Settings changed here
override settings changed anywhere else.
● Print dialog box. This dialog box opens when you click Print, Print Setup, or a similar
command on the File menu of the program you are working in. Settings changed in the
Print dialog box have a lower priority and do not override changes made in the Page
Setup dialog box.
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● Printer Properties dialog box (printer driver). The printer driver opens when you click
Properties in the Print dialog box. Settings changed in the Printer Properties dialog
box do not override settings available anywhere else.
● Default printer settings. The default printer settings determine settings used in all print
jobs, unless settings are changed in the Page Setup, Print, or Printer Properties
dialog boxes, as described above. There are two ways to change the default printer
settings:
1. Click Start, Settings, Printers, and then right-click the printer icon, and click Properties.
2. Click Start, Control Panel, and then select the Printers folder, right-click the printer
icon, and click Properties.
CAUTION
For more information about how to access the printer drivers, see
To avoid affecting print jobs of other users, make printer setup changes through the software
application or the printer driver whenever possible. Printer setup changes made through the
control panel become default settings for subsequent jobs. Changes made through an
application or the printer driver affect only that specific job.
Accessing the printer drivers.
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Selecting print media
You can use many types of paper and other print media with this printer. This section
provides guidelines and specifications for selecting and using different print media. For more
information about supported print media, see
Before purchasing any media or specialized forms in quantity, verify that your paper supplier
obtains and understands the print media requirements specified in the HP LaserJet Family
Print Media Guide.
Supplies and accessories for HP LaserJet Family Print Media Guide ordering
See
information. To download a copy of the HP LaserJet Family Print Media Guide, go to
http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide.
It is possible that media could meet all of the guidelines in this chapter and still not print
satisfactorily. This may be due to abnormal characteristics of the printing environment or to
other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control (for example, extremes in
temperature and humidity).
Hewlett-Packard recommends testing any media before buying it in large quantities.
Print media specifications.
CAUTION
Using media that does not conform to the specifications listed here or in the paper
specification guide can cause problems that require service. This service is not covered by
the Hewlett-Packard warranty or service agreements.
Media to avoid
This printer can handle many types of media. Use of media outside the printer’s
specifications will cause a loss of print quality and increase the chance of paper jams.
● Do not use paper that is too rough.
● Do not use paper with cutouts or perforations other than standard 3-hole punched paper.
● Do not use multipart forms.
● Do not use paper that has already been printed on or that has been fed through a
photocopier.
● Do not use paper with a watermark if you are printing solid patterns.
Paper that can damage the printer
In rare circumstances, paper can damage the printer. Avoid the following paper to prevent
possible damage to the printer:
● Do not use paper with staples attached.
● Do not use transparencies designed for inkjet printers or other low-temperature printers,
or transparencies designed for monochrome printing. Use only transparencies that are
specified for use with HP Color LaserJet printers.
● Do not use photo paper intended for inkjet printers.
● Do not use paper that is embossed or coated and is not designed for the temperatures
of the image fuser. Select media that can tolerate temperatures of 190° C (374° F) for
0.1 second.
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● Do not use letterhead paper with low-temperature dyes or thermography. Preprinted
forms or letterhead must use inks that can tolerate temperatures of 190° C (374° F) for
0.1 second.
● Do not use any media that produces hazardous emissions, or that melts, offsets, or
discolors when exposed to 190° C (374° F) for 0.1 second.
To order HP Color LaserJet printing supplies, go to http://www.hp.com/go/ljsupplies in
the United States or to http://www.hp.com/ghp/buyonline.html worldwide.
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Configuring input trays
The printer allows you to configure input trays by type and size. You can load different media
in the printer’s input trays and then request media by type or size using the control panel.
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
If you have used other HP LaserJet printer models, you might be accustomed to configuring
Tray 1 to first mode or cassette mode. On theHP Color LaserJet 4610n printer, setting Tray
1 size and type to ANY SIZE is equivalent to first mode. Setting size or type for Tray 1 to a
setting other than ANY SIZE is equivalent to cassette mode.
The instructions below are to configure the trays at the printer control panel.
Configuring trays when the printer gives a prompt
In the following situations, the printer automatically prompts you to configure the tray for type
and size:
● when you load paper into the tray
● when you specify a particular tray or media type for a print job through the printer driver
or a software application and the tray is not configured to match the print job’s settings
The control panel displays this message: LOAD TRAY XX: [TYPE] [SIZE], To change type
press
The prompt does not appear if you are printing from Tray 1 and if Tray 1 is configured for
ANY SIZE and ANY TYPE.
. The instructions below explain how to configure the tray after the prompt appears.
To configure a tray when loading paper
1. Load paper in the tray. (Close the tray if you are using Tray 2.)
2. The printer displays the tray configuration message TRAY X To change size or type
press
3. Press
4. To change the size, press
5. Press
Depending on the size setting, the printer might prompt you to move the CUSTOM/
STANDARD switch in Tray 2 to the other position. Follow the instructions in the prompt,
and then close the tray.
A Setting saved message appears, and then a prompt appears to configure the paper
type.
6. To change the type, press
7. Press
A Setting saved message appears, and then the current type and size settings are
displayed.
8. If size and type are now correct, press
.
to display the TRAY X SIZE= menu.
or to highlight the correct size.
to select the size.
or to highlight the correct paper type.
to select the paper type.
to clear the message.
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To configure a tray to match print job settings
1. In the software application, specify the source tray, the paper size, and the paper type.
2. Send the job to the printer.
If the tray needs to be configured, the LOAD TRAY X: message appears.
3. Load the tray with the correct paper. When the tray is closed, the TRAY X SIZE=
appears.
4. If the highlighted size is not correct, press
5. Press
Depending on the size setting, the printer might prompt you to move the CUSTOM/
STANDARD switch in Tray 2 to the other position. Follow the instructions in the prompt,
and then close the tray.
A Setting saved message appears, and then a prompt appears to configure the paper
type.
6. If the highlighted paper type is not correct, press
type.
7. Press
A Setting saved message appears, and then the current type and size settings are
displayed.
to select the correct size.
to select the paper type.
or to highlight the correct size.
or to highlight the desired paper
Configuring trays using the Paper Handling menu
You can also configure the trays for type and size without a prompt from the printer. Use the
paper handling menu to configure the trays as follows.
Configuring the paper size
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
configuring.)
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
Depending on the tray you are configuring and the size selected, the printer might
prompt you to adjust the tray guides or to move the CUSTOM/STANDARD switch in the
tray to the other position. Follow the instructions in the prompt, and then close the tray.
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight PAPER HANDLING.
to select PAPER HANDLING.
to highlight Tray <N> Size. (N represents the number of the tray you are
to select Tray <N> Size.
or to highlight the correct size.
to select the correct size.
Configuring the paper type
1. Press M
2. Press
3. Press
ENU
to enter the MENUS.
to highlight PAPER HANDLING.
to select PAPER HANDLING.
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4. Press to highlight Tray <N> Type. (N represents the number of the tray you are
configuring.)
5. Press
6. Press
7. Press
A Setting saved message appears, and then the current type and size settings are
displayed.
to select Tray <N> Type.
or to highlight the correct paper type.
to select the correct paper type.
Configuring Tray 2 for a custom paper size
The printer automatically detects many sizes of paper, but you can also configure trays for
custom paper sizes. You must specify the following parameters:
● Unit of measure (millimeters or inches)
● X dimension (the width of the page as it feeds into the printer)
● Y dimension (the length of the page as it feeds into the printer)
You must also move the tray’s CUSTOM/STANDARD switch to the CUSTOM position.
1 CUSTOM/STANDARD switch
2 Page width (X dimension)
3 Page length (Y dimension)
Use the following procedure to configure a tray for a custom size. Once a Custom size is set
for a tray, it will be retained until the switch in the tray is moved back to STANDARD.
To set a custom size in Tray 2
1. Open the tray and move the CUSTOM/STANDARD switch to the CUSTOM position.
Close the tray.
2. When the tray configuration message appears, press
3. Press
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
After the unit of measure is set properly, set the X dimension as follows:
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to change ANY CUSTOM to custom.
to select custom.
or to highlight the correct unit (either millimeters or inches).
to select the value.
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7. Press or to highlight the correct value.
NOTE
CAUTION
8. Press
will appear for two seconds. The display prompts you to enter another value.
After the X dimension is set properly, set the Y dimension as follows:
9. Press
10. Press
will appear for two seconds. The display prompts you to enter another value. The printer
displays a message indicating the dimensions for the custom size.
to select the value. If the value entered is outside the valid range, Invalid value
or to highlight the correct value.
to select the value. If the value entered is outside the valid range, Invalid value
Printing from Tray 1 (multipurpose tray)
Tray 1 is a multipurpose tray that holds up to 100 sheets of paper or 20 envelopes. It
provides a convenient way to print envelopes, transparencies, custom-size paper, heavy
media greater than 32 lb, or other types of media without having to unload the other trays.
Tray 1 does not have a CUSTOM/STANDARD switch, so all paper sizes for Tray 1 are
undetectable.
Loading Tray 1
To avoid jams, never add or remove paper from Tray 1 during printing.
1. Open Tray 1.
2. Set the side guides to the desired width.
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3. Load paper in the tray with the side to be printed on facing down.
NOTE
NOTE
For best performance, load the tray completely full without splitting the ream of paper.
Splitting the ream might cause a multi-feed problem, which could result in a paper jam. The
2
capacity of the paper tray can vary. For example, if you are using 75 g/m
tray holds a full ream of 500 sheets. If the media is heavier than 75 g/m
(20 lb) paper, the
2
(20 lb), the tray will
not hold a full ream, and you must reduce the number of sheets accordingly. Do not overfill
the tray because the printer might not pick up the paper.
4. Adjust the side guides so that they lightly touch the paper stack but do not bend the
paper.
Make sure the paper fits under the tabs on the guides and not above the load level indicators.
Printing envelopes from Tray 1
Many types of envelopes can be printed from Tray 1. Up to 20 envelopes can be stacked in
the tray. Printing performance depends on the construction of the envelope.
In the software, set margins at least 15 mm (0.6 inches) from the edge of the envelope.
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Envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, exposed self-stick adhesives, or
other synthetic materials can severely damage the printer. To avoid jams and possible
printer damage, never try to print on both sides of an envelope. Before you load envelopes,
make sure they are flat, undamaged, and not stuck together. Do not use envelopes with
pressure-sensitive adhesive.
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To load envelopes into Tray 1
CAUTION
To avoid jams, do not remove or insert envelopes during printing.
1. Open Tray 1.
2. Load up to 20 envelopes in the center of Tray 1 with the side to be printed facing down
and the postage end toward the printer. Slide the envelopes into the printer as far as
they will go without forcing them.
3. Adjust the guides to touch the envelope stack without bending the envelopes. Make sure
the envelopes fit under the tabs on the guides.
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Printing envelopes
1. Specify Tray 1 or select the media source by size in the printer driver.
2. If your software does not automatically format an envelope, specify Landscape for page
orientation in your software application or printer driver. Use the following guidelines to
set margins for return and destination addresses on Commercial #10 or DL envelopes.
Address type Left margin Top margin
Return 15 mm (0.6 inches) 15 mm (0.6 inches)
Destination 102 mm (4 inches) 51 mm (2 inches)
NOTE
NOTE
For envelopes of other sizes, adjust the margin settings appropriately.
3. Select Print from the software application or printer driver.
Printing from Tray 2
Tray 2 holds up to 500 sheets of standard paper or a 50.8 mm (2-inch) stack of labels. Tray
2 adjusts for detectable media sizes; letter, legal, A4, A5, JIS B5, and executive; and
undetectable media sizes: 8.5 by 13 and Executive (JIS), double Japan postcard, and
custom. The printer automatically detects the media size in these trays based on the tray’s
paper guide configuration. (See
When using undetectable standard-sized media, place the CUSTOM/STANDARD switch in
the CUSTOM position.
Supported media weights and sizes.)
Loading detectable standard-sized media into Tray 2
Detectable standard-sized media is detected in the printer when the CUSTOM/STANDARD
switch is set to the STANDARD position, but can be manually set when the switch is set to
the CUSTOM position. Detectable sizes are marked in the tray.
The following detectable standard-sized media is supported in Tray 2: letter, legal, executive,
A4, A5, and (JIS) B5.
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CAUTION
Do not print cardstock, envelopes, heavy or extra heavy paper, or unsupported sizes of
media from Tray 2. Print on these types of media only from Tray 1. Do not overfill the input
tray or open it while it is in use. Doing so can cause jams in the printer.
1. Remove the tray from the printer. Move the CUSTOM/STANDARD switch to the
STANDARD position.
2. Adjust the rear media-length guide by squeezing the guide adjustment latch and sliding
the back of the tray to the length of the media being used.
3. Push down the media lift plate until it locks.
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4. Slide the media-width guides open to the size for the media you are using.
5. Load media face-up, making sure that the corners of the media fit under the front corner
tabs.
NOTE
NOTE
For best performance, load the tray completely full without splitting the ream of paper.
Splitting the ream might cause a multi-feed problem, which could result in a paper jam. The
2
capacity of the paper tray can vary. For example, if you are using 75 g/m
tray holds a full ream of 500 sheets. If the media is heavier than 75 g/m
(20 lb) paper, the
2
(20 lb), the tray will
not hold a full ream, and you must reduce the number of sheets accordingly. Do not overfill
the tray because the printer might not pick up the paper.
If the tray is not properly adjusted, the printer might display an error message or the media
might jam.
6. Insert the tray into the printer. The printer will display the tray’s media type and size. If
the configuration is not correct, press the
configure the tray for type and size. (For more information see
key when the printer prompts you to
To configure a tray when
loading paper.)
7. If the configuration is correct, press
to clear the message.
Loading undetectable standard-sized media into Tray 2
Undetectable standard-sized media sizes are not marked in the tray, but are listed in the
Size menu for the tray.
The following undetectable standard-sized media is supported in Tray 2: executive (JIS), 8.5
by 13, double Japan postcard, and 16K.
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CAUTION
Do not print cardstock, envelopes, or unsupported sizes of media from Tray 2. Print on these
types of media only from Tray 1. Do not overfill the input tray or open it while it is in use.
Doing so can cause paper jams.
1. Remove the tray from the printer. Move the CUSTOM/STANDARD switch to the
CUSTOM position.
2. Adjust the rear media-length guide by squeezing the guide adjustment latch and sliding
the back of the tray to the length of the media being used.
3. Push down the media lift plate until it locks.
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4. Slide the media-width guides open to the size for the media you are using.
5. Load media face-up, making sure that the corners of the media fit under the front corner
tabs.
NOTE
NOTE
For best performance, load the tray completely full without splitting the ream of paper.
Splitting the ream might cause a multi-feed problem, which could result in a paper jam. The
2
capacity of the paper tray can vary. For example, if you are using 75 g/m
tray holds a full ream of 500 sheets. If the media is heavier than 75 g/m
(20 lb) paper, the
2
(20 lb), the tray will
not hold a full ream, and you must reduce the number of sheets accordingly. Do not overfill
the tray because the printer might not pick up the paper.
If the tray is not properly adjusted, the printer might display an error message or the media
might jam.
6. Insert the tray into the printer. The printer will display the tray’s media type and size. If
the configuration is not correct, press the
configure the tray for type and size. (For more information, see
key when the printer prompts you to
To configure a tray when
loading paper.)
7. If the configuration is correct, press
to clear the message.
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Loading custom-sized media into Tray 2
The Custom media menu will be displayed when the Tray 2 switch is in the Custom size
position. You must also change the size setting on the control panel to custom and set the
unit of measure, X dimension, and Y dimension. See
settings for more information.
1. Remove tray from the printer.
2. Move the tray switch to the CUSTOM size position. Once a custom size is set for a tray,
it will be retained until the switch is moved back to STANDARD or until you manually
change the configuration.
To configure a tray to match print job
3. Slide the media width guides all the way open and adjust the rear media-length guide to
the length of the paper being used.
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4. Push down the media lift plate until it locks.
5. Load media face-up, making sure that the corners of the media fit under the front tabs.
NOTE
For best performance, load the tray completely full without splitting the ream of paper.
Splitting the ream might cause a multi-feed problem, which could result in a paper jam. The
2
capacity of the paper tray can vary. For example, if you are using 75 g/m
tray holds a full ream of 500 sheets. If the media is heavier than 75 g/m
(20 lb) paper, the
2
(20 lb), the tray will
not hold a full ream, and you must reduce the number of sheets accordingly. Do not overfill
the tray because the printer might not pick up the paper.
6. Slide the media width guides in making sure that they gently touch the paper. Insert the
tray into the printer.
7. Insert the tray into the printer. The printer will display the tray’s type and size
configuration. To specify specific custom dimensions, or if the type is not correct, press
key when the printer prompts To change size or type press . To enter specific
the
dimensions or change the size selection from ANY CUSTOM to custom, see
To
configure a tray to match print job settings.
8. If the configuration is correct, press
to clear the message.
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Printing on special media
Use these guidelines when printing on special types of media.
NOTE
NOTE
Special media such as envelopes, transparencies, custom-size paper, or heavy media
greater than 120 g/m
To print on any special media, use the following procedure:
1. Load the media in the paper tray.
2. When the printer prompts you for the paper type, select the correct media type for the
paper loaded in the tray. For example, select GLOSSY when loading HP Gloss Laser
Paper.
3. In the software application or the printer driver, set the media type to match the media
type that is loaded in the paper tray.
For the best print quality, always verify that the media type selected on the printer control
panel and the media type selected in the application or printer driver match the type of
media loaded in the tray.
2
is used in Tray 1.
Transparencies
When printing on transparencies, use the following guidelines:
● Handle transparencies using the edges. Oils from your fingers deposited on the
transparency can cause print quality problems.
● Use only overhead transparencies recommended for use in this printer. Hewlett-Packard
recommends using HP Color LaserJet Transparencies with this printer. HP products are
designed to work together for optimum printing results.
CAUTION
NOTE
● In either the software application or the driver, select TRANSPARENCY as the media
type, or print from a tray that is configured for transparencies.
For more information about how to access the printer drivers, see
drivers.
Transparencies not designed for LaserJet printing will melt in the printer, causing damage to
the printer.
Accessing the printer
Glossy paper
● In either the software application or the driver, select GLOSSY or HEAVY as the media
type, or print from a tray that is configured for glossy paper.
● Use the control panel to set the media type to GLOSSY for the input tray being used.
● Because this affects all print jobs, it is important to return the printer to its original
settings once the job has printed. See
Hewlett-Packard recommends using HP Color LaserJet Soft Gloss paper with this printer.
HP products are designed to work together for optimum printing results. If HP Color LaserJet
Soft Gloss paper is not used with this printer, print quality may be compromised.
Configuring input trays for more information.
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Colored paper
● Colored paper should be of the same high quality as white xerographic paper.
● Pigments used must be able to withstand the printer’s fusing temperature of 190° C
(374° F) for 0.1 second without deterioration.
● Do not use paper with a colored coating that was added after the paper was produced.
● The printer creates colors by printing patterns of dots, overlaying and varying their
spacing to produce various colors. Varying the shade or color of the paper will affect the
shades of the printed colors.
Envelopes
NOTE
NOTE
Envelopes can be printed only from Tray 1. Set the tray’s media size to the specific envelope
size. See
Adhering to the following guidelines will help ensure proper printing on envelopes and help
prevent printer jams:
● Do not load more than 20 envelopes into Tray 1.
●
● Envelopes should be flat.
● Do not use envelopes with windows or clasps.
● Envelopes must not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
● Envelopes with peel-off adhesive strips must use adhesives that can withstand the heat
● Envelopes should be loaded face-down and with the postage end feeding into the printer
Printing envelopes from Tray 1.
The weight rating of envelopes should not exceed 105 g/m
and pressures of the printer’s fusing process.
first.
2
(28 lb bond).
Labels
For printing labels, set the tray’s media type to LABELS in the printer control panel. See
Configuring input trays. When printing labels, use the following guidelines:
● Verify that the labels’ adhesive material can tolerate temperatures of 190° C (374° F) for
0.1 second.
● Verify that there is no exposed adhesive material between the labels. Exposed areas
can cause labels to peel off during printing, which can cause printer jams. Exposed
adhesive can also cause damage to printer components.
● Do not re-feed a sheet of labels.
● Verify that the labels lie flat.
● Do not use labels that are wrinkled, bubbled, or otherwise damaged.
Heavy paper
The following heavy paper types can be used with the HP Color LaserJet 4610n printer.
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Paper type Paper weight
Heavy
Extra heavy
Cardstock
Intermediate
Tough paper 5 mil
105-119 g/m
28-32 lb
120-163 g/m
32-43 lb
164-200 g/m
43-53 lb
90-104 g/m
24-28 lb
44 lb
2
2
2
2
When printing on heavy paper types, use the following guidelines:
●
Use Tray 1 for paper that is heavier than 120 g/m
2
to 200 g/m2 (32 lb bond up to 53 lb
bond).
● For optimum results when printing on heavy paper, use the printer control panel to set
the media type for the tray to HEAVY.
● In either the software application or the driver, select Heavy as the media type, or print
from a tray that is configured for heavy paper.
CAUTION
● Because this setting affects all print jobs, it is important to return the printer back to its
original settings once the job has printed. See
Configuring input trays.
In general do not use paper that is heavier than the media specification recommended for
this printer. Doing so can cause misfeeds, paper jams, reduced print quality, and excessive
mechanical wear.
HP LaserJet Tough paper
When printing on HP LaserJet Tough paper, use the following guidelines:
● Handle HP LaserJet Tough paper using the edges. Oils from your fingers deposited on
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 for optimum printing results.
● In either the software application or the driver, select TOUGH PAPER as the media
type, or print from a tray that is configured for HP LaserJet Tough paper.
Preprinted forms and letterhead
Observe the following guidelines for best results with preprinted forms and letterhead:
● Forms and letterhead must be printed with heat-resistant inks that will not melt, vaporize,
or release hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer’s fusing temperature of
approximately 190° C (374° F) for 0.1 second.
● Inks must be non-flammable and should not adversely affect any printer rollers.
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● Forms and letterhead should be sealed in a moisture-proof wrapping to prevent changes
during storage.
● Before loading preprinted paper such as forms and letterhead, verify that the ink on the
paper is dry. During the fusing process, wet ink can come off of preprinted paper.
Recycled paper
This printer supports the use of recycled paper. Recycled paper must meet the same
specifications as standard paper. See the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide.
Hewlett-Packard recommends that recycled paper contain no more than 5 percent ground
wood.
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