Solving image quality problems Use the following table to help solve problems with printed pages. See “Solving paper feed problems” in this chapter. Table 5-3. Solving image quality problems Problem Cause Solution Parts of the page around the edges aren’t printing. The HP LaserJet 1100 Printer cannot print to the edge of the paper. The HP LaserJet 1100 Printer has minimum margins on each edge of 0.25 in (6.4 mm). To get the image to fit into this printable area, slightly reduce the size of the image. If printing or copying, the reduction setting is set incorrectly. For printing, check the reduction setting in the “Print” or “Setup” window from within the program you are using.
Copies will clip if original has image too close to edge. Images will not print. The HP LaserJet 1100 Printer is not plugged in. Make sure that the HP LaserJet 1100 Printer is plugged into a live wall outlet or power strip. The parallel cable is loose. Check that the parallel cable is securely connected between the HP LaserJet 1100 Printer and the computer. Copies or scanned images are too light or too dark. The contrast is not set correctly. Adjust the contrast and resolution settings from the Document Assistant. The HP LaserJet 1100 Printer needs to be recalibrated. Recalibrate the product. The original image is very light or very dark.
Adjust the resolution and/or contrast setting(s) from the tool box on the Document Assistant. The scanned image is too light or too dark because the original was on a colored paper. If the original was on a colored paper, including brown recycled paper, the text may not be clear. Adjust the resolution, contrast, and/or brightness settings from the tool box on the Document Assistant. 126 Troubleshooting/Maintenance C4224-90962