DESIGNJET L26500 / L26100 printer seriesUser’s guide
Front view1. Ink cartridge 2. Platen 3. Printhead 4. Printhead carriage 5. Ink funnel and ink tube assembly 6. Front panel 7. Printhead cleaning
Rear view1. Printhead cleaning container2. Sockets for communication cables and optional accessories3. Power switch and power sockets4. Residual curre
The case is normally attached to the rear of the printer, and contains the two edge holders when theyare not in use.Drying enclosureTake-up reel motor
Loading accessoryThe loading accessory helps you to load some substrate types that are difficult to load without it. SeeThe loading accessory on page
5. Up key: To go up in a menu or option, or to increase a value.6. OK key: To confirm an action while in a procedure or interaction. To enter in a sub
Main tabThe Main tab provides information about the following items.●Substrate, ink, printhead and maintenance status●Temperatures of the drying and c
When you turn off the printer this way, the printheads are automatically stored with the printheadcleaning cartridge, which prevents them from drying
2 Connectivity and softwareinstructionsConnection methodYour printer can be connected in the following way.Connection type Speed Maximum cable length
If you see this screen without the IP address, either the printer is not successfully connected to thenetwork, or your network has no DHCP server. In
3 Basic setup optionsPrinter setup optionsChange the language of the front panelTwo methods are available to change the language that is used for the
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Request e-mail notification of specific error conditions1. In the Embedded Web Server, go to the E-mail server page on the Setup tab and ensure that t
Restore factory settingsTo restore the printer settings to their original values as set in the factory, go to the front panel andselect the icon, the
Restrict access to the printerFrom the Embedded Web Server, you can select Setup > Security to set an administrator password.Once set, this passwor
4 Handle the substrateOverviewYou can print on a wide variety of printing materials, all of which are referred to in this guide assubstrates.Substrate
belongs to the family named on the front panel, and check also that it matches the substrate profilein the RIP.●If the substrate family shown on the f
Substrate family DescriptionLow-temp. (includingHP Photorealistic)Substrates sensitive to high temperatures (PP, HDPE, PET thin films), and paper-base
Substrate 2 inch RecycleTakeBackColorProFSC® PEFC OekoHP White Satin Poster Paper HP Photo-realistic Poster Paper HP Blue Back Billboard P
The Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification label demonstrates that certifiedHP papers come from forests that are managed sustainably.Unpr
2. Lift the spindle lock lever to disengage the spindle.3. Remove the first end of the spindle from the right side of the printer, then move the spind
5. Remove the stop from the left end of the spindle.6. Rest the roll of substrate that you want to load on the loading table. If the roll is long and
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8. The right stop of the spindle has two positions: one for rolls of the printer's maximum width, andanother for narrower rolls. Remember to use
11. Lift the loading table to ease the spindle into the printer.CAUTION: To avoid trapping your fingers, do not push the roll with your hands.If you r
2. Carefully insert the leading edge of the substrate above the black-ribbed roller, making sure thesubstrate remains taut during the process. Avoid r
6. The printer checks the substrate in various ways and may ask you to correct problems with skew ortension.NOTE: You can specify the maximum permitte
For instructions on how to use the take-up reel see The take-up reel on page 34.Load a roll into the printer (manually)The manual loading process shou
3. Carefully insert the leading edge of the substrate above the black-ribbed roller, making sure thesubstrate remains taut during the process. Avoid r
6. Select the type of substrate you are loading.NOTE: You should select the name of the particular substrate that you are using in your RIPsoftware, n
Load a cut sheet into the printerThe printer is designed to be used with rolls of substrate. It is possible to load cut sheets into the printer,but pr
5. Remove the roll from the printer, pulling out the right end on the right side of the printer first. Donot insert your fingers into the spindle supp
●The light loop-shaper is used with all other substrates. It lies in the substrate loop, supported onlyby the substrate, unattached at either end. It
Add a new substrate ... 59Faster printing .
3. For easier access to the take-up reel spindle, lift the loading table into its upright position.4. Unlock the take-up reel spindle by pushing the s
6. Lift the lever in each case to remove both of the stops from the spindle; they will not be used.7. Load the core onto the take-up reel spindle. The
9. Press the OK button on the front panel.Advance the substrate using the arrows on the front panel. Make sure that the substrate passes infront of th
14. Press the blue arrow on the take-up reel motor to rotate the spindle one full turn. This will help tosupport the weight of the loop-shaper.15. Gen
17. Fit the loop-shaper into the supports at either side.18. Use the wind-direction switch on the take-up reel motor to select the winding direction.
Load a roll onto the take-up reel (other substrates)1.On the printer's front panel, select the icon, then select Take-up reel > Enable take-u
5. Remove the right-hand end of the take-up reel spindle, then the left.NOTE: The take-up reel spindle is longer than the input spindle: the two are n
8. Ensure that both stops are placed on the spindle, but leave some space between the core and thestops at each end.9. Load the take-up reel spindle i
13. Tape the leading edge of the substrate to the core in the center, then at each side. Make sure thatthe substrate is straight.14. Press the OK butt
16. Gently lower the loading table, to avoid wrinkles and improve winding.17. Assemble a light loop-shaper by matching the shape-coded and color-coded
1 IntroductionSafety precautionsBefore using your printer, read the following safety precautions to make sure you use the equipmentsafely.You are expe
20. Use the wind-direction switch on the take-up reel motor to select the winding direction. Setting 1winds the substrate so that the printed image fa
Unload a roll from the take-up reel1.On the printer's front panel, select the icon, then select Take-up reel > Disable take-upreel.The printe
4. Use the winding button on the take-up reel motor to wind the excess substrate around the take-upreel spindle.5. Press the OK button on the front pa
9. Remove the roll from the printer, pulling out the end on the right side of the printer first. Do notinsert your fingers into the spindle supports d
The following picture shows an edge holder correctly placed.NOTE: When you use the edge holders, your prints should have a minimum margin of 10 mm.The
2. Lay the textile loading accessory on the loading table and flip forward enough of the white flapsto cover the width of the substrate.3. Pull some o
5. Lift the loading accessory and the leading edge of the substrate together.6. Load the substrate manually, see Load a roll into the printer (manuall
9. Select the type of substrate you are loading.NOTE: You should select the name of the particular substrate that you are using in your RIPsoftware, n
15. The front panel recommends using the Take-Up Reel (TUR). You can choose to load the TUR now,or later during printing; or you can choose not to use
After each job, the printer prints a black reference line that is used to align the matching job onthe second side.NOTE: The chance of visible misalig
The printer uses two power cords. Unplug both power cords before servicing the printer. The printermust be connected to earthed mains outlets only.To
NOTE: If you know that the automatic search for the reference line is not working (perhapsbecause the substrate-advance sensor is dirty), you can turn
Substrate length trackingThe substrate length tracking feature enables you to keep track of how much substrate you have usedand how much is remaining
Enable/disable the length tracking feature1.The length tracking feature can be disabled or enabled from the front panel. Select the icon,then Substra
5 Substrate settingsDownload media presetsEach supported substrate has its own characteristics. The printer changes the way it prints on eachdifferent
SummarySelect printer settings and color profileThe correct printer settings for your substrate may be available from your RIP vendor or substratevend
Substrate family Dryingtemp.Curingtemp.HeatingairflowAuto-tracking(OMAS)Cutter Substrate-advancecompensationInputtensionVacuumSelf-adhesive 55 110 30
Setting Description If too low If too highSubstrate advancecompensationYour printer was calibrated atthe factory to ensure that itadvances the substra
Setting Description If too low If too highCutter The printer's built-in cutter cancut the substrate automaticallybetween each print.Disable the c
Change settings while printingYou can use the front panel to change the following settings while printing.●To change temperature and vacuum settings w
SubstratefamilyWarm-updryingtemperature offsetWarm-upcuringtemperatureWarm-upcuringtemperature offsetCool-downdryingtemperatureCool-downdryingtemperat
NOTE: Test method based on EN ISO 6942:2002; Evaluation of materials and material assemblieswhen exposed to a source of radiant heat, method B. The te
Temperature profileMany of the main and advanced substrate settings are related to temperature control, since this is acritical area for correct print
Passes Uni/bidirSelfadhesiveBanner Textile Film SyntheticpaperPaperaqueousPapersolventLowtemp.Mesh18* Bidir Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes20 to 3
●Vertical bands.●Horizontal bands.●Coalescence, grain (can be caused by an excess of light ink).Try reducing the amount of ink in your RIP software, t
2. Correct amount of ink: The top level of each patch shows a smooth gradient, there are novisible defects and increasing amounts of ink result in inc
Faster printingThe obvious way to increase speed is to reduce the number of print passes, although this will tend toreduce print quality. Bear in mind
Substrates suitable for color calibration include even-surfaced adhesive vinyls (neither punched norperforated), PVC banners and some opaque, stiff te
Presets for HP-branded substrates have been created following the above recommendations in order tooptimize black and dark colors. You can find the HP
6 Retrieving usage information●Get accounting information●Check usage statistics●Check usage statistics for a job●Request accounting data by E-mailENW
Get accounting informationThere are various different ways of getting accounting information from your product.●View product usage statistics for the
9. Specify an e-mail address for the product. The latter does not need to be a valid e-mail address,because the product will not receive messages; but
Warning labelsLabel ExplanationRisk of burns. Do not touch the internal enclosures of dryingand curing modules of the printer.Risk of burns. Do not to
7 The ink systemInk system componentsInk cartridgesThe printer's six ink cartridges provide magenta, light magenta, black, yellow, light cyan and
The printheads are extremely durable and do not need to be replaced every time an ink cartridge isreplaced. They provide excellent results even when t
Ink funnelThe ink funnel collects waste ink produced during printhead servicing. It is important that this funnel isinstalled, as it prevents signific
The ink maintenance kitThe ink maintenance kit contains the following components.●The ink funnel, which collects tiny droplets of waste ink produced d
In order to keep the printer and its surroundings clean, you must ensure that these components arecorrectly installed and maintained. In particular, t
8 Print optionsPrinter statesThe printer may be in any one of the following states; some of them require waiting.●Ready (cold): The printer is powered
To set the bottom margin at the front panel, select the icon, then Substrate handling options >Extra bottom margin.NOTE: The extra bottom margin
9 AccessoriesOrder accessoriesThe following accessories can be ordered for your printer.TIP: Spare spindles ease the process of switching between diff
10 Printer specificationsFunctional specificationsTable 10-1 HP No. 792 ink suppliesPrintheads Yellow/black, cyan/light cyan and light magenta/magent
Table 10-4 MarginsSide margins 5 mm (0.2 in)Top margin (leading edge) 5 mm (0.2 in)Bottom margin (trailing edge) 5 mm (0.2 in) (none)100 mm (3.9 in)
The printer’s main featuresYour printer is a color inkjet printer designed for printing high-quality images on flexible substrates from0.584 m (23 in)
Table 10-7 Single phase line specifications (continued) Outside Japan Japan onlyInput voltage 220-240 V~ (-10%+6%) 200V (-10%+10%)Input frequency 50
GlossaryAirflowAir is blown through the printing zone to speed up the drying process.Back tensionThe backwards tension applied to the substrate by the
I/OInput/Output: this term describes the passing of data between one device and another.ICCThe International Color Consortium, a group of companies th
PVCPolyvinyl Chloride.SpindleA rod that supports a roll of substrate while it is being used for printing.SubstrateA thin, flat material designed to be
IndexAaccess control 18accessoriesorder 83accounting 74accounting data by E-mail 74acoustic specifications 86add new substrate 59altitude 15Bbuzzer on
printheads 80waste management system 80Ppaperusage 74physical specifications 85porous substrates 23power specifications 85print resolution 84printer s
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