HP Deskjet D1550 Printer - Manual (Page 96)

If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Clean the print cartridges
Solution: Check the estimated ink levels remaining in the print cartridges.
NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning
purposes only. When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a
replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not need
to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable.
If there is ink remaining in the print cartridges, but you are still noticing a problem,
print a self-test report to determine if there is a problem with the print cartridges. If the
self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. If the problem persists,
you might need to replace the print cartridges.
For more information, see
Print a test page .
Cause: The print cartridges needed to be cleaned or there was insufficient ink.
Printouts are faded or have dull colors
Try the following solutions if the colors in your printout are not as bright and intense as
you expected.
• Solution 1: Check the print settings
• Solution 2: Check the paper type
• Solution 3: Clean the print cartridges
Solution 1: Check the print settings
Solution: Check the print settings.
•
Check the paper type setting to make sure it matches the type of paper loaded in
the input tray.
• Check the quality setting. Use a higher quality setting to increase the amount of
ink used for printing.
For more information, see:
•
Select a paper type
• Change the print speed or quality
• Maximum dpi
Cause: The paper type or print quality settings were incorrectly.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Check the paper type
Solution: HP recommends that you use HP Premium Papers or any other paper
type that is appropriate for the product.
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