Copy quality is unacceptable, Preventing problems – HP 3380 User Manual

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Copy quality is unacceptable

This section provides information about the following topics:

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Preventing problems

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Identifying and correcting copy/scan defects

Preventing problems

The following are a few simple steps you can take to improve copy quality:

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Copy from the flatbed scanner. This will produce a higher quality copy than copying from
the ADF.

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Use quality originals.

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Load the media correctly. If the media is loaded incorrectly, it might skew, causing unclear
images and problems with the OCR application. See the start guide for instructions.

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Open or close the straight-through output door on the device to accommodate the copy
job. If you are copying to standard-weight media, use the output bin (door closed). If you
are copying to heavy media, use the straight-through media path (door open).

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If your device frequently feeds more than one page at a time, replace the separation pad.
For more information, see

Replacing the device separation pad

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Use or make a carrier sheet to protect your originals.

Note

Recurring feed problems indicate the copier/separation pad is worn. See

Ordering HP parts

and accessories

to order a new separation pad. See

Replacing the device separation pad

for