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Information Owner’ Owner’s Information Owner’ s Information s Information Please complete the following for future reference. HP Color Copier 210: ______ HP Color Copier 210LX: ______ Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Place of Purchase: Address: Phone Number: Service Contract Number:...
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User’ User’ s Guide s Guide User’ s Guide s Guide User’ User’ s Guide HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX...
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Safety symbols Safety symbols Safety symbols If present, this symbol is placed on the copier where it is necessary for you to refer to the manual in order to understand a hazard. If present, this symbol is placed on the copier within the area where hazardous voltage is present.
Getting Started Features ... 1-2 Copier Location and Environment ... 1-3 Ten Easy Steps to Set Up Your HP Color Copier 210 or 210LX ... 1-4 Unpack Your HP Color Copier 210 ... 1-4 Attach the Front-Panel Overlay ... 1-6 Unlock the Scanner ...
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Cleaning inside the printer area ... 6-25 Cleaning under the copy glass ... 6-26 Reassembling the copier ... 6-28 Getting Help ... 6-29 HP Support Services ... 6-29 HP Audio Tips/HP FIRST ... 6-30 CompuServe ... 6-31 Internet ... 6-31...
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Calling in Australia and New Zealand ... 6-32 Calling elsewhere in the world ... 6-32 Returning Your HP Color Copier 210 for Service ... 6-33 Prepare your HP Color Copier 210 for shipment ... 6-34 Ordering accessories and supplies ... 6-35...
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WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Do not lift the HP Color Copier 210 by yourself. The box weighs 70 lbs (32 kgs) (210LX: 85 lbs (39 kgs)) and requires at least two people to lift it. chapter one chapter one chapter one...
In addition, the Color Copier 210LX includes an automatic document feeder for loading up to 40 sheets at a time. You can also purchase the automatic document feeder (C5305A) as a separate item and add it to the HP Color Copier 210. lid release button switch...
Be sure a grounded outlet is nearby and easily accessible. Do not lift the HP Color Copier 210 by yourself. The box weighs 70 lbs (32 kgs) (210LX: 85 lbs (39 kgs)) and requires at least two people to lift it.
If you’ve purchased a copy access controller, refer to Chapter 5, “Copy Access Controllers,” for installation instructions. Do not lift the HP Color Copier 210 by yourself. The box weighs 70 lbs (32 kgs) (210LX: 85 lbs (39 kgs)) and requires at least two people to lift it from its box and place it on the surface where it will be used.
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3 3 3 3 3 Remove all the yellow/orange packing tape. 4 4 4 4 4 Check that the following items are included with your HP Color Copier 210: power cord four print cartridges front-panel overlay (has text on it) user’s guide...
2 Attach the Front-Panel Overlay 2 Attach the Front-Panel Overlay 2 Attach the Front-Panel Overlay 2 Attach the Front-Panel Overlay 2 Attach the Front-Panel Overlay 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 Getting Started Align the front-panel overlay with the front-panel buttons. Press down firmly on the outside ends, and then on the middle to snap the overlay into place.
Leave the scanner unlocked unless you need to move your HP Color Copier 210. Locking the scanner protects it during moving. (Refer to “Returning your HP Color Copier 210 for Service,” in Chapter 6, for locking instructions.) Leave the copier lid open.
4 Load the Print Cartridges 4 Load the Print Cartridges 4 Load the Print Cartridges 4 Load the Print Cartridges 4 Load the Print Cartridges IMPORT IMPORT IMPORTANT IMPORT IMPORT CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 Getting Started...
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Snap the print cartridge toward the back of the copier (until the cartridge can go no further). 6 6 6 6 6 When all four print cartridges are securely in place, close the lid of your HP Color Copier 210. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide...
5 5 5 5 5 Load the Paper Load the Paper Load the Paper Load the Paper Load the Paper 1-10 Getting Started 1-10 1-10 1-10 1-10 Check the paper-width selector If you are loading U.S. letter- or legal-sized paper, move the paper-width selector toward the back of the tray.
Insert up to a ¾-inch (19 mm) stack of paper into the lower tray, print side down, until it stops. 3 3 3 3 3 Push in the paper-length adjuster until the paper is fully inserted in the tray. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 1-11 1-11 1-11 1-11...
1-12 1-12 1-12 If you have an HP Color Copier 210LX with the 40-sheet automatic docu- ment feeder, or if you have purchased the automatic document feeder separately, install it next. Make sure the copier is turned off before installing the automatic document feeder.
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Make sure that the automatic document feeder is securely in place. 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 Plug in the automatic document feeder. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-13...
In case of emergencies, be sure that the plug in the outlet is readily accessible. Power is present in the copier even if the switch is off. To completely shut off power, you must disconnect the power cord. To avoid electric shock, be sure to use the power cord with a properly grounded outlet.
Copier On urn the Copier On The switch is located on the right side, lower-front corner of the copier. When the switch is in the off position, the machine is in a “standby” condition. This means that although it is not functional, power is still applied.
1-16 1-16 1-16 The copier is initially set to English and to Letter-sized paper (8.5 by 11 in.). To change the language displayed on the front panel and the default paper size, follow these steps: While holding down the Select/Resume button, press the Color Intensity button.
Auto Doc Feed: No, return to Step 8 of the Ten Easy Steps to Set Up Your Copier, and verify that you plugged in the automatic document feeder properly.) To verify proper functioning of your HP Color Copier 210, make a copy of the self-test page. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 1-17...
Product Registration Product Registration Product Registration Product Registration Product Registration 1-18 1-18 Getting Started 1-18 1-18 1-18 Please help us serve you better by filling out the product registration form enclosed with your product.
Different Paper T Different Paper T ypes Your HP Color Copier 210 operates with four print cartridges: yellow, magenta, cyan, and black. Except when printing the self-test page, all four cartridges must be installed before you can make copies. Each time a new print cartridge is installed, the copier automatically aligns the print cartridges.
Ink-level indicator Out-of-ink sensing When the HP Color Copier 210 senses that a print cartridge is out of ink, it displays a message on the front panel. The copier then completes copying the current page and stops. To continue your copy job, replace the affected print cartridge and press the Select/Resume button.
IMPORT IMPORTANT IMPORT The HP Color Copier 210 has been designed to copy on plain paper such as photocopier or letterhead. For maximum color brilliance, use HP Premium Inkjet paper. HP Premium Transparency Film and Glossy Papers provide the highest print quality for finished presentations. Refer to the ordering infor- mation at the end of this manual for paper sizes, types, and part numbers.
28 lbs (105 g/m Paper with cutouts or perforations. Multiple-part forms. Inkjet or glossy paper other than HP Bright White Inkjet, Premium Inkjet, or Premium Glossy Paper. Transparency film other than HP Premium Transparency Film. Any size paper other than Letter, Legal, or A4.
Paper Copier paper or letterhead HP Bright White Inkjet Paper HP Premium Inkjet Paper HP Premium Glossy Papers HP Premium Transparency Film Paper Type Setting Plain Paper Plain Paper Premium Inkjet Glossy Paper Transparency HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide...
Copying on HP Premium Transparency Film HP Premium Transparency Film has a white strip at the top of each sheet. Optical sensors in the copier use this strip to determine that transparency film is loaded.
Press the Plus (+) and Minus (–) buttons until the number of copies you want to make is displayed on the front panel. chapter three chapter three chapter three chapter three chapter three HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide...
Fast Press one of the following buttons to start copying: Black/White for black and white documents Color for color documents The rest of this chapter covers the buttons and menu items on the copier front panel. Lighter/ Darker Color Intensity...
If you consistently use a setting on the front panel other than the default—for example, if you use Best rather than Normal—you can establish that setting as the default for your copier. For details, refer to the “Setting Defaults” section later in this chapter.
2 2 2 2 2 3-4 Copying The HP Color Copier 210 contains predefined settings for reducing and enlarging copies. Using these settings, you can enlarge standard photograph sizes to letter/A4, or take advantage of a special feature called Auto Fit.
If you consistently use a setting on the front panel other than the default, you can establish that setting as the default. For example, you can change Lighter/Darker to a lighter setting. For details, refer to the “Setting Defaults” section later in this chapter. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide...
Then press Select/Resume. Change Copy Paper Size With the HP Color Copier 210, you can copy on Letter, Legal, and A4 paper. To change the copy paper size, follow these steps: Press the Menu button repeatedly until Copy Paper Size appears on the front panel display.
With Factory Defaults displayed on the menu, press Select/Resume. Returned to factory defaults is displayed. This menu setting is used only if you have a copy access controller for your HP Color Copier 210. Refer to Chapter 5, “Copy Access Controllers,” for information. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide...
To prevent paper jams, use plain and inkjet paper only. Do not feed glossy paper, transparen- NOTE NOTE NOTE cies, labels, or envelopes. For complete instructions on installing the automatic document feeder, refer to Chapter 1, “Getting Started.” chapter four chapter four chapter four chapter four chapter four HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide...
Automatic Document Feeder You can feed up to 40 sheets of paper at a time. If it is not already on, turn on the HP Color Copier 210 using the switch located on the lower-right side toward the front of the copier.
If paper jams in the automatic document feeder, follow these steps: Raise the automatic document feeder cover. Gently remove the paper. Close the automatic document feeder cover by pressing it in the center (as opposed to one side). It clicks into place. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide...
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Consult your copy access controller documentation for instructions on using your copy controller. Make sure that your copy controller supplier provides you with the specific cable to connect your copy controller to an HP Color Copier 210. chapter five...
Using a Copy Controller 5-2 Copy Access Controllers Turn off the HP Color Copier 210. Plug the copy controller into the port in the back of the HP Color Copier 210. Turn on the copy controller and then the HP Color Copier 210.
If the display is in a language you do not understand, refer to “Set the Front Panel Language and Default Paper Size” in Chapter 1. chapter six chapter six chapter six chapter six chapter six HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-1...
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Be careful not to bend the paper. Make sure that the paper-width selector is set for the paper width you are using (to the back of the copier for A4 and to the front of the copier for Letter/Legal).
Move it to the open position. Refer to “Unlock the Scanner” in Chapter 1 for directions with pictures. Replace print cartridge. (You might be able to copy some more pages. Press Select/Resume to continue.) Close lid. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-3...
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For example, the front panel display is set to A4 paper, and Letter is loaded in the copier. A print cartridge is missing from the copier. Unless you are printing a self-test page, all four cartridges must be present.
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A blank page came out of the HP Color Copier 210 A blank page came out of the HP Color Copier 210 A blank page came out of the HP Color Copier 210 A blank page came out of the HP Color Copier 210...
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Placement on the page is wrong or the edges are cut off Placement on the page is wrong or the edges are cut off Placement on the page is wrong or the edges are cut off Placement on the page is wrong or the edges are cut off Placement on the page is wrong or the edges are cut off Possible Causes Auto Fit doesn’t enlarge to full size.
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Press the Color Intensity button. Press the Minus (–) button to minimize the color intensity and make your copy more pale. The dot moves to the left. Press Select/Resume to confirm your selection. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-7...
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Pages did not come out of the HP Color Copier 210, or it seems to copy very slowly Pages did not come out of the HP Color Copier 210, or it seems to copy very slowly Pages did not come out of the HP Color Copier 210, or it seems to copy very slowly...
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The Lighter/Darker setting is too low. Solutions Make sure that the paper type selected on the front panel display reflects the type of paper actually loaded in your HP Color Copier 210. Turn on ELC (Enhance Light Colors) on the front panel display by pressing the Menu button repeatedly until ELC appears.
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Press the Paper Type button until Plain Paper appears in the display, and then press Select/Resume. You might not be copying within the specified environmental conditions. Move the copier to a room where you can better control the humidity.
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Reduce/Enlarge button and press the Plus (+) and Minus (–) buttons. To confirm the setting, press Select/Resume. Press the Copy Quality button until the light is next to Normal or Best. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-11 6-11 6-11 6-11 6-11...
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Repetitive patterns are visible on the copy Repetitive patterns are visible on the copy Repetitive patterns are visible on the copy Repetitive patterns are visible on the copy Repetitive patterns are visible on the copy Possible Causes The original is of poor quality. The incorrect paper type is selected.
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If streaks or white lines appear in any of the colored bars, the cartridges need to be cleared. Follow the cartridge clearing instructions later in this chapter. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-13 6-13 6-13 6-13...
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Press the Lighter/Darker button. Press the Minus (–) button to lighten your copy. The dot moves to the left. Press the Select/Resume button. Call HP Support Services. Refer to “HP Support Services” later in this chapter for more information. Press and hold down the Reduce/Enlarge button and then press the Plus (+) or Minus (–) buttons until the specific percentage...
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• Your copier might have a hardware problem. Refer to “Getting Help” later in this chapter. The Paper Type is not set for HP Premium Glossy paper. Press the front-panel Paper Type button until Glossy appears in the display, and then press the Select/Resume button. Be sure to load the glossy side down in the tray.
Faulty circuitry can sometimes cause streaks or faded colors to appear in your print job. Try reseating each cartridge to ensure good electrical connection between the print cartridges and copier, and then print the self test page. (See Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” for instructions.) Air bubbles or paper dust can occasionally clog one or more nozzles on a print cartridge.
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(which should then be replaced). Streaks appear in bars due to clogged cartridge nozzles. Gaps also appear in lines. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-17 6-17 6-17 6-17...
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3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 6-18 6-18 6-18 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-18 6-18 Open the lid by firmly pressing the blue button on the right side of the machine. Slide the cartridge selector to the print cartridge you want to clear.
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Reseat the print cartridge and repeat steps 4 and 5 above. Turn on the machine and print a self-test page to check the results. If streaks still appear, have your copier serviced. Refer to the “Getting Help” section in this chapter.
Turn off the copier and open the lid by pressing the blue button on the right side of the copier. (Opening the lid releases the pinch rollers, making it easier to clear a paper jam.)
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CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Do not forcefully pull the paper; you might damage the paper-loading CAUTION CAUTION mechanism. 4 4 4 4 4 Open the rear panel. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-21 6-21 6-21 6-21 6-21...
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Grasp the paper plug by squeezing the green ring towards the thumb rest, and then pull outward. The preheater and heater guard inside the copier are hot. To prevent injury, allow the heaters to cool before you attempt to remove paper by hand.
If you experience a paper jam in the automatic document feeder, follow these steps: Raise the automatic document feeder cover. Gently remove the paper. Close the automatic document feeder cover. (It clicks into place.) HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-23 6-23 6-23 6-23 6-23...
Turn off the HP Color Copier 210 and raise the document cover. Clean the glass with a soft cloth or sponge moistened with warm water and a mild soap or detergent.
When the copier has taken a piece of paper and you hear the print cartridge carriage start to move, turn off the power. 3 3 3 3 3 Lift the lid by pushing the blue button on the right side of the copier and push the print cartridge carriage to the right. WARNING...
Use care when removing and reassembling the copyboard so you do not damage the glass. Turn off the HP Color Copier 210. Remove the document cover or automatic document feeder. Using a screwdriver or a coin, slightly twist each of the screw caps in each corner of the copyboard counterclockwise.
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Grasp both sides of the copyboard (front and back) and carefully lift it off. 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 Refer to “Cleaning the copy glass” earlier in this chapter for glass-cleaning instructions. Then reassemble the machine. HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 6-27 6-27 6-27 6-27 6-27...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-28 6-28 Reassembling the copier Use care when reinstalling the copyboard so you do not damage the glass. Carefully lower the copyboard onto the lid of the machine. Replace and tighten the three screws holding the copyboard to the back of the machine.
HP Support Services If you can’t find the answer you need in this book, contact one of the HP support services listed in the following pages. Some support services are available only in the U.S. and Canada, while others are available in many countries worldwide.
For support information and documentation, visit the Hewlett-Packard home page at http://www.hp.com. If you still need help, call the HP Customer Support Center. Before calling, have your date of purchase and serial number and be sitting near your copier. Calling in the U.S. and Canada during warranty Call (208) 323-2551 Monday through Friday from 6 a.m.
6-32 6-32 6-32 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-32 6-32 Calling in Europe You can call the support center in the following countries: Europe (English): 44 171 512 5202 United Kingdom: 0171 512 5202 Austria: 0660 6386 Belgium (Dutch): 02 626 8806 Belgium (French): 02 626 8807 Denmark: 3929 4099 Finland: 0203 47288...
After obtaining authorization for hardware service from HP Customer Sup- port Center, be sure to pack your HP Color Copier 210 in a protective carton. We recommend you save the original shipping container for this purpose.
Remove all print cartridges. Print cartridges that remain inside can cause damage. To minimize shipment damage to the HP Color Copier 210, lock the scanner by sliding the scanner lock under the left side of the lid to the locked position.
Ordering accessories and supplies Ordering accessories and supplies In the U.S., you can order copier supplies by calling HP Direct at (800) 538- 8787 to get the name of your local authorized HP dealer. Outside the U.S., call your local authorized HP dealer.
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ADF Shipping Package Front panel text overlay (call your dealer for the correct part number for your language) Power cord (call your dealer for the correct part number for your country) HP Reorder HP Reorder HP Reorder HP Reorder HP Reorder...
(a) For software products, the warranty applies only to the media upon which the product is recorded; and (b) HP does not warrant the operation of any product to be uninterrupted or error free. chapter seven chapter seven...
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However, if copier/printer failure or damage is attributable to the use of a non-HP or refilled print cartridge, HP will charge its standard time and materials charges to service the copier/printer for the particular failure or damage.
LAR PURPOSE. To the extent that this Limited Warranty Statement is inconsistent with the law of the locality where the customer uses the HP product, this Limited Warranty Statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local law. Under such local law, certain limitations of this Limited Warranty Statement may not apply to the customer.
Authorized Service Providers who are certified by HP to service the HP Color Copier 210. If a customer unit needs to be returned to HP for repair, HP will expedite the repair or provide a replacement unit and will utilize an express delivery service, when available by courier or by mail system to expedite the return of the repaired or replacement unit.
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Power Specifications Source voltage 100–240V Frequency 50–60 Hz Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Operating ranges 5°–40°C (41°–104°F) Recommended ranges 15°–35°C (59°–95°F) Humidity 15%–80% RH non-condensing Non-operating ranges -40°–70°C (-104°–140°F) HP Color Copier 210/210LX User’s Guide 8-1...
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Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices FCC Statement (U.S.A.) The United States Federal Communications Commission (in 47 CFR 15.105) has specified that the following notice be brought to the attention of users of this product. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Hewlett-Packard Singapore Pte. Ltd, 1 Clementi Loop #4- 01/12, Margatio Districentre, Clementi West Distripart, Singapore 129808, Republic of Singapore declares, that the product, HP Color Copier 210/210LX, model number C5302A/C5303A conforms to the following Product Specifications: Safety: EN60950:1992 +A1 & A2 IEC 950:1991 +A1, A2 &...
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English language, front panel 1-16 English sizes 6-14, 6-15 Enhance Light Colors (ELC) 3-6, 3-8 enlarging 3-4–3-5, 6-14 envelopes 2-4 environment, copier 1-3 error messages. See messages express service 7-4 exterior case, cleaning 6-24 F F F F F Fast quality 3-3...
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G G G G G glass, cleaning 6-24, 6-26 glossy paper 1-17, 2-4, 2-6, 6-15 H H H H H halo effect 6-14 help 6-30–6-34 HP support services 6-30–6-34 humidity 1-3 I I I I I incorrect color 6-7 initialization 1-15 ink cartridges alignment 1-15, 3-7 cleaning 6-16–6-18...
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S S S S S scanner bulb 6-4 lock 6-35 unlocking 1-7, 1-15, 6-3 security 5-1 self test 1-17, 3-7 service, copier 6-34–6-35, 7-4 settings Auto Fit 3-4 clearing 3-6, 3-9 color intensity 3-6 copy quality 3-3 darkness 3-5 defaults 3-8, 6-15...
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Color Intensity Color Intensity Color Intensity Transparency Makes copies more vivid or paler. Make a selection and press Select/Resume. HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX Display...
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Load Paper Load Paper Load Paper 1. Slide the paper width and length adjusters to their outermost positions. HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX HP Color Copier 210/210LX 2. Remove old cartridge.