HP Color LaserJet 4700dn User Manual

							
Automatic media type sensing (auto sense mode)
The HP Color LaserJet 4700 series printers can automatically classify media into one of the following
categories:
●Plain
● Transparency
● Glossy
● Extra-heavy glossy
● Glossy film
● Heavy
● Light
The automatic media type sensor functions only when that tray is configured to Any Type Plain.
Configuring a tray to any other type, such as Bond or Glossy, deactivates the media sensor in that tray.
NOTE Get optimal performance with the automatic media sensing feature when using original
HP media designed for use in HP color LaserJet printers.
Tray 1 sensing
Full sensing (default)
● The printer stops at each page to sense media type.
● This is the best mode for using mixed media in a single print job.
Expanded sensing
● Each time the printer begins a print job, it stops the first page to sense the type.
● The printer assumes that the second and all subsequent pages are of the same media type as the
first page.
● This is the second-fastest mode, and is useful for using stacks of the same media type.
Transparency
● The printer does not stop any pages for sensing but distinguishes between transparencies
(Transparency mode) and paper (Normal mode).
● This is the fastest mode and is useful for high-volume printing in Normal mode.
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Tray 2–N sensing
Expanded sensing
●The printer stops the first five pages fed from each paper tray to sense the type and averages the
five results.
● The printer assumes that the sixth and all subsequent pages are of the same media type, until the
printer is turned off or goes into sleep mode, or until the tray is opened.
Transparency only (default)
● The printer does not stop any pages for sensing but distinguishes between transparencies
(Transparency mode) and paper (Normal mode).
● This is the fastest mode and is useful for high-volume printing in Normal mode.
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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.
NOTEIf you have used other HP LaserJet printer models, you might be accustomed to
configuring Tray 1 to  First mode or Cassette  mode. On HP Color LaserJet 4700 series printers,
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.
NOTEIf you are duplex printing, be sure that the media loaded meets the specifications for
duplex printing. (See 
Supported media weights and sizes .)
NOTE The instructions below are to configure the trays at the printer control panel. You can
also configure the trays from your computer by accessing the embedded Web server. See 
Using
the embedded Web server .
Configuring trays when th e 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 settings
The control panel displays the message  LOAD TRAY XX: [TYPE] [SIZE], To change type press 
.
The instructions below explain how to configure the tray after the prompt appears.
NOTE The prompt does not appear if you are printing from Tray 1 and if Tray 1 is configured
for  ANY SIZE  and ANY TYPE .
Configuring a tray when loading paper
CAUTION If paper is loaded in Trays 3 through 6 when the printer is in sleep mode, the new
paper will not be sensed when the printer comes out of sleep mode. This could cause the wrong
paper to be used for a print job. Be sure to wake the printer before loading paper in these trays.
1. Load paper in the tray. (Close the tray if you are using Tray 2 or one of the optional trays.)
2. The printer displays the tray configuration message  To change size press 
.
3. Press 
 to display the  TRAY X SIZE=  menu.
4. To change 3 mm (42)the size, press 
 or  to highlight the correct size.
5. Press 
 to select the size.
A  Setting saved  message appears, and then a prompt appears to configure the paper type.
6. To change the type, press 
 or  to highlight the correct paper type.
7. Press 
 to select the paper type.
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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 clear the message.
Configuring 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 
 or  to highlight the correct size.
5. Press 
 to select the correct size.
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 
 or  to highlight the desired paper type.
7. Press 
 to select the paper type.
A  Setting saved  message appears, and then the current type and size settings are displayed.
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  Menu to enter the  MENUS.
2. Press 
 to highlight PAPER HANDLING .
3. Press 
 to select  PAPER HANDLING .
4. Press 
 to highlight TRAY  SIZE . (N represents the number of the tray you are configuring.)
5. Press 
 to select  TRAY  SIZE .
6. Press 
 or  to highlight the correct size.
7. Press 
 to select the correct size.
Configuring the paper type
1. Press  Menu to enter the  MENUS.
2. Press 
 to highlight PAPER HANDLING .
3. Press 
 to select  PAPER HANDLING .
4. Press 
 to highlight  TRAY  TYPE. (N represents the number of the tray you are configuring.)
5. Press 
 to select  TRAY  TYPE .
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6.Press  or  to highlight the correct paper type.
7. Press 
 to select the correct paper type.
A  Setting saved  message appears, and then the current type and size settings are displayed.
Configuring Tray 2 and optional  trays 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)
1Media width guides
2Media length guides
3Page width (X dimension)
4Page 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 media length guides are reset.
Setting a custom size in Tray 2 or an optional tray
1.
Open the tray and place the media face-up in the tray.
2. Set the media length guides to the appropriate non-standard position and close the tray.
3. When the tray configuration message appears, press 
.
4. Press 
 to change ANY CUSTOM  to CUSTOM.
5. Press 
 to select  CUSTOM .
6. Press 
 or  to highlight the correct unit (either millimeters or inches).
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7.Press  to select the value.
After the unit of measure is set properly, set the X dimension as follows:
8. Press 
 or  to highlight the correct value.
9. Press 
 to select the value. If the value entered is outside the valid range,  Invalid value 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:
10. Press 
 or  to highlight the correct value.
11. Press 
 to select the value. If the value entered is outside the valid range,  Invalid value 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.
Printing from  Tray 1 (multipurpose tray)
Tray 1 is a multipurpose tray that holds up to 100 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper or 20 envelopes. It
provides a convenient way to print envelopes, transparencies, custom-size paper, media heavier than
32 lb, or other types of media without having to unload the other trays.
Loading Tray 1
CAUTION 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.
3. Load paper in the tray with the side to be printed facing down and the top of the page facing you.
NOTE Tray 1 can hold approximately 100 sheets of standard 75 g/m2 (20 lb) office paper.
NOTEIf you are duplex printing, see Two-sided (duplex) printing  for loading instructions.
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4.Adjust the side guides so that they lightly touch the paper stack but do not bend the paper.
NOTE 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.
CAUTION 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.
Loading envelopes into Tray 1
CAUTION To avoid jams, do not remove or insert envelopes during printing.
1.Open Tray 1.
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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.
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 typeLeft marginTop margin
Return5 mm (0.2 inches)5 mm (0.2 inches)
Destination 102 mm (4 inches) 51 mm (2 inches)
NOTEFor envelopes of other sizes, adjust the margin settings appropriately.
3.Select  Print from the software application or printer driver.
Printing from Tray 2  or the optional trays
Tray 2 and the optional paper trays each hold up to 500 sheets of standard paper or a 50.8 mm (2 in)
stack of labels. Tray 2 stacks above the optional 500-sheet trays, and, when properly installed, the printer
detects the optional trays and shows them as options in the control panel  CONFIGURE DEVICE menu.
The trays adjust for detectable media sizes; letter, legal, A4, A5, JIS B5, and executive; and undetectable
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media sizes: 8.5 x 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 
Supported
media weights and sizes.)
CAUTIONThe paper path for the optional trays passes through Tray 2. If Tray 2 is partially
pulled out or removed, paper from Tray 3 cannot feed into the printer. The printer will stop and
generate a message that Tray 2 must be installed. Similarly, all trays installed above the tray that
is being used must be closed for paper to feed into the printer.
Loading detectable standard-sized  media into Tray 2 and optional
trays
CAUTION If paper is loaded in Trays 3 through 6 when the printer is in sleep mode, the new
paper will not be sensed when the printer comes out of sleep mode. This could cause the wrong
paper to be used for a print job. Be sure to wake the printer before loading paper in these trays.
The following detectable standard-sized media is supported in Tray 2 and the optional trays: letter, legal,
executive, A4, A5, and (JIS) B5.
CAUTION Do not print cardstock, envelopes, heavy or extra heavy paper, or unsupported sizes
of media from the 500-sheet trays. 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.
NOTE After sliding the tray out, lift the tray up slightly to remove it.
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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.Slide the media-width guides open to the size for the media you are using.
4.Load media into the tray face up.
NOTE For best performance, load the tray completely full without splitting or fanning the
ream of paper. Splitting or fanning the ream might cause a multi-feed problem, which could
result in a paper jam. The capacity of the paper tray can vary. For example, if you are using
75 g/m
2 (20 lb) paper, the tray holds a full ream of 500 sheets. If the media is heavier than
75 g/m2 (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.
NOTE If the tray is not properly adjusted, the printer might display an error message or
the media might jam.
NOTE If you are duplex printing, see 
Two-sided (duplex) printing  for loading instructions.
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