printing starts off fine and then gets faint, what's wrong?
1092555
Could be a couple of things. I'd suggest going into Printer Maintenance (in the HP software - printer) and do a clean-print-head. If that does not do it I'd try align-print-head. Most likely it just needs to go through one or both of these ink cartridge head calibrations. Hope that helps.
1092556
When you change a ink cartridge, take the other one out also and shake it .... never use discount cartridges... turn the printer off and start again and/or reboot the computer or sending devise...
256821
I have a problem that I cannot find addressed anywhere. We recently changed both of our black ink cartridges, and now our printer does not print in black or color. If we attempt to print from the computer, fax, or copier it makes the usually sounds, but spits out a piece of completely blank paper. I have tried removing and reinstalling the cartridges-- they all seem to be installed correctly. I can't imagine that the print head has a problem because it was working fine prior to changing the cartridges and we did not touch it. We have changed no settings on the printer or computer. Does anyone have any other ideas? I have a problem that I cannot find addressed anywhere. We recently changed both of our black ink cartridges, and now our printer does not print in black or color. If we attempt to print from the computer, fax, or copier it makes the usually sounds, but spits out a piece of completely blank paper. I have tried removing and reinstalling the cartridges-- they all seem to be installed correctly. I can't imagine that the print head has a problem because it was working fine prior to changing the cartridges and we did not touch it. We have changed no settings on the printer or computer. Does... » Read More I have a problem that I cannot find addressed anywhere. We recently changed both of our black ink cartridges, and now our printer does not print in black or color. If we attempt to print from the computer, fax, or copier it makes the usually sounds, but spits out a piece of completely blank paper. I have tried removing and reinstalling the cartridges-- they all seem to be installed correctly. I can't imagine that the print head has a problem because it was working fine prior to changing the cartridges and we did not touch it. We have changed no settings on the printer or computer. Does anyone have any other ideas? « Show Less
478960
Check your ink levels, if you are out of any color you may see banding. Also clean the printer heads.
419761
I don't know what to tell you, mine fired right up and went to work. Maybe a test print or unplug the machine? Sorry!
1138125
I have no idea other than to make sure that your print settings are set for the "best" quality. The default is "normal". Also be sure that the paper setting is the same as what you are using.
65322
The printer doesn't like it. It's important to change your printing settings to grey, not color. You may have to do this every time you send anything to the printer.
2203270
Sounds like a defective cartridge. Call HP support because they will replace it for free if they determine that is the cause.
1713066
It's an anomaly with this printer. You have to reset it. Turn off for 5-10 minutes then turn on again. Might require you doing this a few times till it "takes."
1168012
Sounds daft but have you pulled the tab off the new cartridge properly? Theres sometimes a clear film over where the ink comes out for stopping it drying out whilst on the shelf. Try print head alignment through the maintenence function
741973
Ruth, I have seen this problem in the past with other printers, so it would not have been an issue for me this time HAD it happened. I am pleased to say that NO ink error messages have occurred after purchasing and installing this! I hope you are as fortunate should you purchase it.
1700074
You're not particularly clear on exactly what isn't working. For example, does the button not respond or does the page come through without anything on it? A good debugging step would be to see if it prints in black/white and gray scale. Then you would know it isn't in the cartridges. Another potentially stupid suggestion...have you tried googling the specific problem to see if others have already solved it?
2103178
Call Technical support. They have been absolutely wonderful with me on every occasion! and, the only other thing I would suggest is with the new cartridge of black in place, disconnect your printer from the electrical outlet and shut down your computer. Then, restart your computer and restart your printer to see if that makes a difference. Otherwise, call KM. They are wonderful! And, these printers are wonderful although a bit "sensitive."
96217
I wonder the same thing too, I bought the printer for the same reason and am having the same problem, I just bought a tri pack Feb 21 and with almost no color printing it claims to be empty 4 months later. I've heard the printer priming itself from time to time especially when the computer wakes up from sleeping. I gues from now on i'll keep it off until im ready to print
449824
Please make sure your printer is set on black and white and color mode. In the on line instructions there is also a nozzle cleaning program you can try. If you get is to print, print a full color photo of some kind and set your printer on photo quality and print at least 5 pictures. This should clear up your issue. Thank you Freddie
487377
my printer its not telling me that my cartridge is emptyi just refill when is empty,because it starts printing blank
1564581
mine did the same thing, I calibrated, cleaned the printhead, changed the printhead and put brand new ink in it and it still didn't work. I am on my 3rd Kodak printer now from the company and it started doing it again. I am switching brands.
1766383
The printing heads may be misaligned. The printer's DVD comes with some diagnostics software. Run those and you should get a more explanatory error code and error message from the printer.