hp deskjet 3500 series user's guide

ink-backup mode

Ink-backup mode allows the printer to operate using only one print cartridge. It is initiated when a print cartridge is removed from the cradle.

For instructions on removing a print cartridge, click here.

ink-backup mode output

Printing in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts.

when only this print cartridge is installed...

the result is...

black print cartridge

Colors are printed as grayscale.

tri-color print cartridge

Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black.

exiting ink-backup mode

Install two print cartridges in the printer to exit ink-backup mode.

For instructions on installing a print cartridge, click here.