hp T950 DesignJet Large Format A0 Plotter Printer
Introduction
Essential safety precautions and an overview of the printer’s main features, components, software
options and printing possibilities.
Safety precautions
Ensure proper use of the printer to prevent it from being damaged.
Read these safety precautions before using your printer. Also read your local Environmental, Health, and
Safety regulations.
This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.
For any maintenance or part replacement, follow the instructions provided in HP documentation to
minimize safety risks and to avoid damaging the printer.
Follow these general safety precautions at all times:
● Use the power supply voltage specified on the label. Avoid overloading the printer’s electrical outlet
with multiple devices
● Do not disassemble or repair the printer yourself. Contact your local HP Service Representative for
service, see HP Support Center on page 172
● Use only the electrical cord supplied by HP with the printer. Do not damage, cut, or repair the power
cord. A damaged power cord can cause fire or electric shock. Replace a damaged power cord with
an HP-approved power cord
● Do not operate the printer with covers bypassed
● Beware that a paper roll does not drop onto your feet or trap your hand and fingers during the paper
roll load/unload process
● Do not allow metal or liquids (except those used in HP Cleaning Kits) to touch the internal parts of
the printer. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or other serious hazards
● Power off the printer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet then call your service
representative in any of the following cases:
● When placing your hands inside the printer
● If there is smoke or an unusual smell coming from the printer
● If the printer is making an unusual noise not heard during normal operation
● A piece of metal or a liquid (not part of cleaning and maintenance routines) touches internal
parts of the printer
● The printer has been dropped.
● During an electrical storm (thunder and lightning)
● During a power failure
● To avoid being pinched, keep your fingers away from the gap between the bottom of the printer
and the stand while you’re moving the printer with stand
● Before servicing the printer
Electrical shock hazard
This topic explains the concepts involved in this subject.
WARNING! The internal circuits of the built-in power supplies and power inlet operate at hazardous
voltages capable of causing death or serious personal injury.
Unplug the printer’s power cord before servicing the printer.
The printer requires a building installation circuit breaker, which must meet the requirements of the
printer and should be in accordance with the Electrical Code requirements of the local jurisdiction of the
country in which the equipment is installed.
To avoid the risk of electric shock:
● The printer should be connected to earthed mains outlets only.
● Avoid overloading the printer’s electrical outlet with multiple devices.
● Do not remove or open any closed system covers or plugs.
● Do not insert objects through slots in the printer.
● Take care not to trip over the cables when walking behind the printer.
● Insert the power cord securely and completely into the wall socket and printer inlet.
● Never handle the power cord with wet hands.
Fire hazard
This topic explains the concepts involved in this subject.
To avoid the risk of fire, take the following precautions:
● The customer is responsible for meeting the printer’s requirements and the Electrical Code
requirements according to the local jurisdiction of the country where the printer is installed. Use
the power supply voltage specified on the nameplate.
● Use only the power cord supplied by HP with the printer. Do not use a damaged power cord. Do not
use the power cord with other products.
● Do not insert objects through slots in the printer.
● Take care not to spill liquid on the printer. After cleaning, make sure all components are dry before
using the printer again.
● Do not use aerosol products that contain flammable gases inside or around the printer. Do not
operate the printer in an explosive atmosphere.
● Do not block or cover the openings of the printer
Mechanical hazard
This topic explains the concepts involved in this subject.
The printer has moving parts that could cause injury. To avoid personal injury, take the following
precautions when working close to the printer.
● Keep your clothing and all parts of your body away from moving parts.
● Avoid wearing necklaces, bracelets, and other hanging objects.
● If your hair is long, try to secure it so that it will not fall into the printer.
● Take care that sleeves or gloves do not get caught in moving parts.
● Do not operate the printer with covers bypassed.
● If you need to replace the cutter assembly, take care not to cut yourself on the sharp cutting edge.
● Internal fan blades are hazardous moving parts. Disconnect the printer before servicing.
● Never insert your hands into the printer while it is printing, due to the moving parts inside.
Ink handling
HP recommends that you wear gloves when handling ink supplies.
Using this guide
This guide can be downloaded from the HP Support Center.
Introduction
This is a brief introduction to the printer and its documentation for new users.
Use and maintenance
To help you carry out normal printer procedures.
Topics include the following:
● Connecting the printer on page 14
● Setting up the printer on page 18
● Paper handling on page 25
● Printing on page 37
● Mobile printing on page 44
● Practical printing examples on page 74
● Handling ink cartridges and printhead on page 84
● Maintaining the printer on page 87
Troubleshooting
To help you solve problems that may occur while printing.
Included are the following topics:
● Troubleshooting paper issues on page 103
● Troubleshooting print-quality issues on page 120
● Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues on page 156
● Troubleshooting data communication issues on page 157
● Troubleshooting general printer issues on page 164
● Text messages and numerical error codes on page 167
Accessories, support and specifications
Reference information, including customer care, the printer specifications, and part numbers for paper
types, ink supplies, and accessories.
Accessories on page 99, HP Customer Care on page 172, and Printer specifications on page 175.
Glossary
The glossary contains definitions of printing and HP terms used in this documentation.
Glossary on page 179.
Index
In addition to the table of contents, there is an alphabetical index to help you to find topics quickly.
Warnings and cautions
Symbols are used in this manual to ensure the proper use of the printer and to prevent the printer from
being damaged.
Follow the instructions marked with these symbols:
WARNING! Failure to follow the guidelines marked with this symbol could result in serious personal
injury or death.
CAUTION: Failure to follow the guidelines marked with this symbol could result in minor personal
injury or damage to the printer.
Printer models
The user guide covers the following printer models.
Table 1-1 Printer models
Full name
HP DesignJet T850 36-in Printer
Main features
HP DesignJet T850 Printer Series and HP DesignJet T950 Printer Series are four color inkjet printers, designed to deliver CAD / Construction drawings as well as high quality graphics. Paper up to 914 mm (36 in) wide can be used to print on. Some major features of the printer are shown below:
● Print resolution of up to 2400 × 1200 dpi using the Best print-quality option, the Maximum Detail option and photo paper
● The printer can be controlled from its control panel, from a remote computer using the Embedded Web Server.
● Handles roll and cut-sheet paper, with a tray which automatically switches between both
● Touch-sensitive control panel in color, with an intuitive graphical user interface
● Includes Web-connected features such as automatic firmware upgrades
● Supports remote printing from mobile devices with HP App, see the HP website at the following link:
– You can obtain the latest iOS version from the Apple iTunes website at:
https://itunes.apple.com/app/id469284907
– You can obtain the latest Android version from the Google Store website at: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hp.printercontrol
● Economode for printing economically
● Enables easy printing from desktop with HP Click, see the HP website at the following link:
https://www.hp.com/go/clickDesignJet
● Ink and paper usage information available from the Embedded Web Server, see Access the
Embedded Web Server on page 18
● Access to the online HP Support Center, see HP Support Center on page 172
Main components
Hardware features of your printer.
Front view (HP DesignJet T850 Printer Series)
Overview of the front of the printer’s main hardware components.
1. Tray
2. Roll
3. Control panel
4. Cutter
5. Main door
6. Stand and bin
7. Ink cartridges
8. Printhead access door
9. Printhead carriage
10. Scanner (only MFP models)
Front view (HP DesignJet T950 Printer Series)
Overview of the front of the printer’s main hardware components.
1. Roll
2. Scanner (only MFP models)
3. Hi-speed 2.0 USB host port (only MFP models)
4. Control panel
5. Cutter
6. Main door
7. Ink cartridges
8. Printhead
9. Printhead carriage
10. Cut sheet tray
11. Sheet organizer
12. Large format stacker
Rear view (HP DesignJet T850/T950 Printer Series)
Overview of rear of the printer’s main hardware components.
1. Gigabit Ethernet port, to connect to a network
2. Power cable
Installing the HP DesignJet T850/T850 MFP printer
This section explains how to install the HP DesignJet T850/T850 MFP 36-in printers.
Please watch this how-to video on installing the printer: http://www.hp.com/go/DesignJetT850/installation-video.
Alternatively, you can scan the QR code to watch the video.
Installing the HP DesignJet T950/T950 MFP printer
This section explains how to install the HP DesignJet T950/T950 MFP 36-in printers.
Please watch this how-to video on installing the printer:
http://www.hp.com/go/DesignJetT950/installation-video.
Alternatively, you can scan the QR code to watch the video.
Turn the printer on and off
The power key is located next to the control panel.
The power key is illuminated when the printer is on, or in sleep mode.
However, if you plan to store the printer for a long period or the power key does not seem to work, you are
recommended to unplug the power cord.
To turn it back on, plug in the power cord.
When the printer is powered back on, it takes about three minutes to initialize and check and prepare the
printhead.
NOTE: When the printer has not been used for a certain period of time (the default time is determined
by Energy Star), it saves power by going into sleep mode. However, any interaction with the printer’s
control-panel display, or sending a new job to print, returns it to active mode, and it can resume printing
immediately. To change the sleep mode time, see Set the Sleep Mode setting on page 19.
Control panel
The control panel is a touch-sensitive screen with a graphical user interface located on the front left of
the printer.
The control panel gives you complete control of your printer. From it you can print, view information
about the printer, change printer settings, perform calibrations and tests etc. It also displays alerts
(warning and error messages) when necessary. The following sections with diagrams and lists provide a
quick reference to the main features. Choose your printer model from the following: HP DesignJet T850
on page 9, HP DesignJet T950 on page 9, or HP DesignJet T850 / T950 MFP on page 10.
HP DesignJet T850
The control panel lets you access printer funtionalities, check status, monitor and manage current and
scheduled printer tasks.
2.7 inch control panel
1. Status center: Swipe down at the top of the screen to open.
2. Home screen icons:
● Menu icon
● Supplies icon
● Paper icon
● Jobs icon
3. Others:
● Go back icon
● Home icon
HP DesignJet T950
The control panel lets you access printer funtionalities, check status, monitor and manage current and scheduled printer tasks.
4.3 inch control panel
1. Status center: Swipe down at the top of the screen to open.
2. Home screen icons:
● Menu icon
● Supplies icon
● Paper icon
● Jobs icon
HP DesignJet T850 / T950 MFP
The control panel lets you access printer funtionalities, check status, monitor and manage current and
scheduled printer tasks.
4.3 inch control panel
1. Status center: Swipe down at the top of the screen to open.
2. Home widgets:
● Copy
● Scan
3. Home screen icons:
● Menu icon
● Copy icon
● Scan icon
Printer solutions
Drivers and other tools are provided with your printer to raster, review, print locally/remotely, and access
support if required.
The following software is available for your printer at the HP website at the following link (depending on
printer model):
● HP DesignJet T850: https://www.hp.com/go/DesignJetT850/software
● HP DesignJet T850MFP: https://www.hp.com/go/DesignJetT850MFP/software
● HP DesignJet T950 and HP DesignJet XT950: https://www.hp.com/go/DesignJetT950/software
● HP DesignJet T950MFP and HP DesignJet XT950MFP:
https://www.hp.com/go/DesignJetT950MFP/software
Software content
● HP Click application for Windows 10 or newer and Mac OS, which provide access to easy printing
with real preview
Drivers:
1. Windows V4 PCL3 driver.
2. Mac print driver.
● HP app for Windows, Android, MacOS, and iOS, which offers mobile printing and monitoring features
● The Embedded Web Server that allows you to manage the printer from a remote computer, update
the printer’s firmware and change various printer settings, etc.
Mobile printing
With HP Mobile Printing Solutions, you can print straight from your phone or tablet in just a few simple steps wherever you are using your mobile device OS.
● HP app enhances your printing capabilities and enables scanning and sharing from your phone or tablet.
– You can obtain the latest iOS version from the Apple iTunes website at:
https://itunes.apple.com/app/id469284907
– You can obtain the latest Android version from the Google Store website at:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hp.printercontrol
● Apple iOS printing is enabled through AirPrint, which comes pre-installed in iOS devices
● For ChromeOS printing
– You can use the Chrome Native Print system, which comes pre-installed in ChromeOS devices.
● For Android printing
– Install the HP Print Service app. If you have already installed it, check that it is
up to date. You can obtain the latest version from the Google Play website at:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hp.android.printservice
– Alternatively, you can install Mopria Print Service Plugin. You can
obtain the latest version from the Google Play website at:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.mopria.printplugin
– You can also print using the Android Default Print Service, which comes preinstalled in Android
devices
For more information, visit the HP website at: http://www.hp.com/go/designjetmobility.
Documents / Resources
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