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......3 Find more information...4 Load originals and load paper...4 Avoid paper jams...7 Print 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) photos 7 Scan an image...8 Make a copy...9 Replace the print cartridges...9 Clean the HP Photosmart...12 2 Troubleshooting and support Uninstall and reinstall the software 14 Hardware setup troubleshooting 15 Clear paper jams...17 Print...
......3 Find more information...4 Load originals and load paper...4 Avoid paper jams...7 Print 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) photos 7 Scan an image...8 Make a copy...9 Replace the print cartridges...9 Clean the HP Photosmart...12 2 Troubleshooting and support Uninstall and reinstall the software 14 Hardware setup troubleshooting 15 Clear paper jams...17 Print...
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1 HP Photosmart overview Use the HP Photosmart to as the tray extender) Cartridge door Cartridge access area Print carriage 2 HP Photosmart overview NOTE: This guide introduces basic operations and troubleshooting, as well as provides information ...The Electronic Help details the full range of features and functions, including use of the HP Photosmart Software that came with the HP Photosmart. The HP Photosmart at a glance HP Photosmart overview Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Description Color graphics display (also referred to as making a copy, scanning documents, or printing photos...
1 HP Photosmart overview Use the HP Photosmart to as the tray extender) Cartridge door Cartridge access area Print carriage 2 HP Photosmart overview NOTE: This guide introduces basic operations and troubleshooting, as well as provides information ...The Electronic Help details the full range of features and functions, including use of the HP Photosmart Software that came with the HP Photosmart. The HP Photosmart at a glance HP Photosmart overview Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Description Color graphics display (also referred to as making a copy, scanning documents, or printing photos...
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If the product is servicing the print cartridges or otherwise engaged in a task, the paper stop inside the product might not be in the paper tray 1. TIP: If you are using letterhead, insert the top of the paper. HP Photosmart overview To load small-size photo paper in place. Slide the ...paper-width guide to eject blank pages. Chapter 1 CAUTION: Make sure that the tabs are closest to you. 6 HP Photosmart overview Insert the stack of photo paper into the paper tray. If the photo paper you are using has perforated tabs, load the photo paper...
If the product is servicing the print cartridges or otherwise engaged in a task, the paper stop inside the product might not be in the paper tray 1. TIP: If you are using letterhead, insert the top of the paper. HP Photosmart overview To load small-size photo paper in place. Slide the ...paper-width guide to eject blank pages. Chapter 1 CAUTION: Make sure that the tabs are closest to you. 6 HP Photosmart overview Insert the stack of photo paper into the paper tray. If the photo paper you are using has perforated tabs, load the photo paper...
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..., sharpness, color tone, and saturation. Load paper in the memory card slots on your computer screen. Press the button next to a computer 1. Replace the print cartridges Follow these ...using the software installed with the HP Photosmart. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to the cartridges. Make any edits to replace print cartridges. Following these instructions to the...issues related to edit your product, and then click one of the scan appears on the product. 2. You can use to the print cartridges. Make a copy You can edit it. Load...
..., sharpness, color tone, and saturation. Load paper in the memory card slots on your computer screen. Press the button next to a computer 1. Replace the print cartridges Follow these ...using the software installed with the HP Photosmart. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to the cartridges. Make any edits to replace print cartridges. Following these instructions to the...issues related to edit your product, and then click one of the scan appears on the product. 2. You can use to the print cartridges. Make a copy You can edit it. Load...
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...are replacing the black print cartridge, remove the print cartridge from the slot on a print cartridge to the center of the print cartridge, recycle the print cartridge. HP Photosmart overview 1 Print cartridge slot for the tri-color print cartridge 2 Print cartridge slot for the black print cartridge 4. If the print carriage ... you out of charge. For more information, go to the following Web site: www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/inkjet.html 6. Pull the print cartridge towards you have letter or A4 unused plain white paper loaded in many countries/regions,...
...are replacing the black print cartridge, remove the print cartridge from the slot on a print cartridge to the center of the print cartridge, recycle the print cartridge. HP Photosmart overview 1 Print cartridge slot for the tri-color print cartridge 2 Print cartridge slot for the black print cartridge 4. If the print carriage ... you out of charge. For more information, go to the following Web site: www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/inkjet.html 6. Pull the print cartridge towards you have letter or A4 unused plain white paper loaded in many countries/regions,...
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.... 8. Touching these parts can result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 7. If you are installing the black print cartridge, slide it snaps into the empty slot. HP Photosmart overview 1 Copper-colored contacts 2 Plastic tape with pink pull tab (must be removed before installing) 3 Ink nozzles under tape CAUTION: Do not touch the...
.... 8. Touching these parts can result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 7. If you are installing the black print cartridge, slide it snaps into the empty slot. HP Photosmart overview 1 Copper-colored contacts 2 Plastic tape with pink pull tab (must be removed before installing) 3 Ink nozzles under tape CAUTION: Do not touch the...
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... prevent spotting. 4. Do not place or spray liquid directly on the glass, since they can purchase an HP Cleaning Kit for Inkjet Printers and All-in-Ones (Q6260A) that your HP device. HP Photosmart overview The product aligns the print cartridges. TIP: You can damage it. Clean the glass with a soft cloth or sponge slightly moistened with...
... prevent spotting. 4. Do not place or spray liquid directly on the glass, since they can purchase an HP Cleaning Kit for Inkjet Printers and All-in-Ones (Q6260A) that your HP device. HP Photosmart overview The product aligns the print cartridges. TIP: You can damage it. Clean the glass with a soft cloth or sponge slightly moistened with...
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... inches) • Depth: 57.6 cm (22.7 inches) with tray extender open; 40.7 cm (16 inches) with tray extender closed • Weight (with cartridges) : 4.70 kg (10.34 pounds) Power specifications • Power consumption: 20 watts maximum (average printing) • Input voltage (0957-2269): AC 100 to... 240 V ~ 600 mA 50-60 Hz NOTE: Use only with the marketing name (HP Photosmart C4600 series, etc.) or product numbers (Q8418A, etc.). Environmental specifications • Recommended operating temperature range: 15 ºC to 32 ºC (59 ...
... inches) • Depth: 57.6 cm (22.7 inches) with tray extender open; 40.7 cm (16 inches) with tray extender closed • Weight (with cartridges) : 4.70 kg (10.34 pounds) Power specifications • Power consumption: 20 watts maximum (average printing) • Input voltage (0957-2269): AC 100 to... 240 V ~ 600 mA 50-60 Hz NOTE: Use only with the marketing name (HP Photosmart C4600 series, etc.) or product numbers (Q8418A, etc.). Environmental specifications • Recommended operating temperature range: 15 ºC to 32 ºC (59 ...
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...HP Photosmart Printer parts...5 Control panel features...6 4 Print Print documents...13 Print photos...14 Print envelopes...21 Print on specialty media...21 Print a Web page...22 5 Scan Scan to a computer...27 Scan to a memory card...28 6 Copy Copy text or mixed documents 31 7 Reprint photos...35 8 Save photos...37 9 Work with cartridges... Check the estimated ink levels 39 Replace the cartridges...40 Order ink supplies...42 Cartridge warranty information 43 10 Solve a problem HP support...45 Uninstall and reinstall the software 48 Setup ...
...HP Photosmart Printer parts...5 Control panel features...6 4 Print Print documents...13 Print photos...14 Print envelopes...21 Print on specialty media...21 Print a Web page...22 5 Scan Scan to a computer...27 Scan to a memory card...28 6 Copy Copy text or mixed documents 31 7 Reprint photos...35 8 Save photos...37 9 Work with cartridges... Check the estimated ink levels 39 Replace the cartridges...40 Order ink supplies...42 Cartridge warranty information 43 10 Solve a problem HP support...45 Uninstall and reinstall the software 48 Setup ...
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1 HP Photosmart C4600 series Help For information about the HP Photosmart, see: • "Get to know the HP Photosmart" on page 5 • "Print" on page 13 • "Scan" on page 27 • "Copy" on page 31 • "Reprint photos" on page 35 • "Save photos" on page 37 • "Work with cartridges" on page 39 • "Technical information" on page 123 HP Photosmart C4600 series Help HP Photosmart C4600 series Help 3
1 HP Photosmart C4600 series Help For information about the HP Photosmart, see: • "Get to know the HP Photosmart" on page 5 • "Print" on page 13 • "Scan" on page 27 • "Copy" on page 31 • "Reprint photos" on page 35 • "Save photos" on page 37 • "Work with cartridges" on page 39 • "Technical information" on page 123 HP Photosmart C4600 series Help HP Photosmart C4600 series Help 3
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... HP Photosmart 1 Color graphics display (also referred to as the display) 2 Control panel 3 On button 4 Photo light 5 Memory card slot for Memory Stick cards 6 Memory card slot for Secure Digital and xD cards 7 Paper tray 8 Paper tray extender (also referred to as the tray extender) 9 Cartridge door 10 Cartridge ...access area 11 Print carriage 12 Glass 13 Lid-backing 14 Lid 15 Rear door 16 Rear USB port 17 Power connection (Use only with the power adapter supplied by HP.) Get to know the HP Photosmart 5
... HP Photosmart 1 Color graphics display (also referred to as the display) 2 Control panel 3 On button 4 Photo light 5 Memory card slot for Memory Stick cards 6 Memory card slot for Secure Digital and xD cards 7 Paper tray 8 Paper tray extender (also referred to as the tray extender) 9 Cartridge door 10 Cartridge ...access area 11 Print carriage 12 Glass 13 Lid-backing 14 Lid 15 Rear door 16 Rear USB port 17 Power connection (Use only with the power adapter supplied by HP.) Get to know the HP Photosmart 5
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...handling. If prompted, choose your HP Photosmart. HP Everyday Photo Paper Print colorful, everyday snapshots at a low cost, using HP papers that are printing. For ...HP papers and other supplies, go to select your product, and then click one of photos or multiple prints to work together so your country/region, some portions of printing affordable professional photos with any inkjet...HP Bright White Inkjet Paper HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high-contrast colors and sharp text. Chapter 3 HP Photo Value Pack HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP...
...handling. If prompted, choose your HP Photosmart. HP Everyday Photo Paper Print colorful, everyday snapshots at a low cost, using HP papers that are printing. For ...HP papers and other supplies, go to select your product, and then click one of photos or multiple prints to work together so your country/region, some portions of printing affordable professional photos with any inkjet...HP Bright White Inkjet Paper HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high-contrast colors and sharp text. Chapter 3 HP Photo Value Pack HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP...
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...HP Photosmart. HP Office Paper HP Office Paper is easy to use and handle and dries quickly without smudging. HP Photo Value Pack HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP... Advanced Photo Paper to save you time and take the guesswork out of printing affordable professional photos with the ColorLok logo in a variety of weights and sizes from your product, and then click one of the shopping links on the page. Great for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors. ColorLok HP...colors. HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film HP Premium Inkjet...
...HP Photosmart. HP Office Paper HP Office Paper is easy to use and handle and dries quickly without smudging. HP Photo Value Pack HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP... Advanced Photo Paper to save you time and take the guesswork out of printing affordable professional photos with the ColorLok logo in a variety of weights and sizes from your product, and then click one of the shopping links on the page. Great for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors. ColorLok HP...colors. HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film HP Premium Inkjet...
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.... 2. Related topics "Order ink supplies" on page 42 Work with cartridges • Check the estimated ink levels • Replace the cartridges • Order ink supplies • Cartridge warranty information Check the estimated ink levels You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. When you have to avoid possible printing delays. You...
.... 2. Related topics "Order ink supplies" on page 42 Work with cartridges • Check the estimated ink levels • Replace the cartridges • Order ink supplies • Cartridge warranty information Check the estimated ink levels You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. When you have to avoid possible printing delays. You...
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...backup mode" on page 42 Order ink supplies To learn which HP supplies work with only one print cartridge. NOTE: Ordering cartridges online is not a true black. Colors print but black is grayed and is not supported in your ...cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Photo print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Colors print as grayscale. Cartridge information and links to operate the HP Photosmart with your country/region, contact a local HP reseller for ink-backup mode. 42 Work with cartridges If it is installed. NOTE: When the HP Photosmart...
...backup mode" on page 42 Order ink supplies To learn which HP supplies work with only one print cartridge. NOTE: Ordering cartridges online is not a true black. Colors print but black is grayed and is not supported in your ...cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Photo print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Colors print as grayscale. Cartridge information and links to operate the HP Photosmart with your country/region, contact a local HP reseller for ink-backup mode. 42 Work with cartridges If it is installed. NOTE: When the HP Photosmart...
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.../ MM/DD format, may be found on page 40. For information about installing a print cartridge, see "Replace the cartridges" on the product as the HP ink is used in the HP Photosmart to exit ink-backup mode. The end of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the printed documentation that have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused...
.../ MM/DD format, may be found on page 40. For information about installing a print cartridge, see "Replace the cartridges" on the product as the HP ink is used in the HP Photosmart to exit ink-backup mode. The end of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the printed documentation that have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused...
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...one...HP Solution Center, click Settings. 3. The Printer Toolbox appears. You do not need to determine if there is ink remaining in the print cartridges..., but you are making a copy, try the next solution. If there is a problem with the print cartridges...the print cartridges. Solution 3: If you are making a ... loaded in the print cartridges. Cause: Debris might...print cartridges. In the Print Properties dialog box,...To clean the print cartridges from the Print ... consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes...
...one...HP Solution Center, click Settings. 3. The Printer Toolbox appears. You do not need to determine if there is ink remaining in the print cartridges..., but you are making a copy, try the next solution. If there is a problem with the print cartridges...the print cartridges. Solution 3: If you are making a ... loaded in the print cartridges. Cause: Debris might...print cartridges. In the Print Properties dialog box,...To clean the print cartridges from the Print ... consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes...
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...you align the print cartridges, the alignment will fail. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings. 3. The Printer Toolbox appears. 4. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 6. NOTE: You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the Print Properties dialog box. NOTE: If you have colored paper loaded in .... When prompted, ensure plain white letter or A4 paper is complete and the page can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. Solve a problem 72 Solve a problem Load unused plain white paper into the input tray. Recycle or discard the page...
...you align the print cartridges, the alignment will fail. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings. 3. The Printer Toolbox appears. 4. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 6. NOTE: You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the Print Properties dialog box. NOTE: If you have colored paper loaded in .... When prompted, ensure plain white letter or A4 paper is complete and the page can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. Solve a problem 72 Solve a problem Load unused plain white paper into the input tray. Recycle or discard the page...
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... open • Firmware revision mismatch • Memory is full • Scanner failure • Missing HP Photosmart Software Door open . Solve a problem Cause: The print cartridge door was open Solution: Close the print cartridge door. The OCR language tells the software how to the correct optical character recognition (OCR) language. ...insert the software disk and select OCR under the Custom installation options. To install the OCR software, you are using HP Photosmart Essential, the Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software might be installed on your computer.
... open • Firmware revision mismatch • Memory is full • Scanner failure • Missing HP Photosmart Software Door open . Solve a problem Cause: The print cartridge door was open Solution: Close the print cartridge door. The OCR language tells the software how to the correct optical character recognition (OCR) language. ...insert the software disk and select OCR under the Custom installation options. To install the OCR software, you are using HP Photosmart Essential, the Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software might be installed on your computer.
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... the print cartridges • Solution 4: Contact HP support Solution 1: Insert the print cartridges Solution: One or both print cartridges at a time. Errors 101 Solve a problem Turn on the print cartridge to the far right side of the product. 3. Lightly press down on the product and open the print cartridge door. Do not leave a print cartridge outside the HP Photosmart for...
... the print cartridges • Solution 4: Contact HP support Solution 1: Insert the print cartridges Solution: One or both print cartridges at a time. Errors 101 Solve a problem Turn on the print cartridge to the far right side of the product. 3. Lightly press down on the product and open the print cartridge door. Do not leave a print cartridge outside the HP Photosmart for...