User Guide
Page 2
...a CD/DVD...23 Avoid paper jams...25 7 Print from your computer Print from a software application 27 Make the HP Photosmart the default printer 28 Change the print settings for the current job 28 Change the default print settings 32 Printing shortcuts...33 Perform special... 50 Edit photos...50 Share photos using HP Photosmart Software 51 9 Maintain the HP Photosmart Work with print cartridges...53 Clean the HP Photosmart...65 Reduce energy consumption when the HP Photosmart is off 66 Turn off the HP Photosmart...66 10 Shop for ink supplies...67 11 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips...69 ...
...a CD/DVD...23 Avoid paper jams...25 7 Print from your computer Print from a software application 27 Make the HP Photosmart the default printer 28 Change the print settings for the current job 28 Change the default print settings 32 Printing shortcuts...33 Perform special... 50 Edit photos...50 Share photos using HP Photosmart Software 51 9 Maintain the HP Photosmart Work with print cartridges...53 Clean the HP Photosmart...65 Reduce energy consumption when the HP Photosmart is off 66 Turn off the HP Photosmart...66 10 Shop for ink supplies...67 11 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips...69 ...
User Guide
Page 4
... photo features" on page 47 • "Maintain the HP Photosmart" on page 53 • "Shop for ink supplies" on page 67 • "HP warranty and support" on page 131 • "Technical information" on page 11 • "How do I?" 1 HP Photosmart D5300 series Help For information about the HP Photosmart, see: • "HP Photosmart overview" on page 5 • "Find more information...
... photo features" on page 47 • "Maintain the HP Photosmart" on page 53 • "Shop for ink supplies" on page 67 • "HP warranty and support" on page 131 • "Technical information" on page 11 • "How do I?" 1 HP Photosmart D5300 series Help For information about the HP Photosmart, see: • "HP Photosmart overview" on page 5 • "Find more information...
User Guide
Page 8
... provide important information about the HP Photosmart. Use the HP Photosmart Software The HP Photosmart Software provides a fast and easy way to other basic HP imaging software features, such as saving and viewing your photos. NOTE: The ink level icons will put the HP Photosmart in Standby/Off state. The color of the icon corresponds to the color of the print cartridge...
... provide important information about the HP Photosmart. Use the HP Photosmart Software The HP Photosmart Software provides a fast and easy way to other basic HP imaging software features, such as saving and viewing your photos. NOTE: The ink level icons will put the HP Photosmart in Standby/Off state. The color of the icon corresponds to the color of the print cartridge...
User Guide
Page 10
...HP Photosmart 2600 series printer User Guide Basics Guide The Basics Guide contains an overview of resources, both printed and onscreen, that provide information about resolving errors you how to complete key tasks on the HP Photosmart. Install the software to load paper, insert a memory card, and replace ink.... Onscreen Help The onscreen Help provides detailed instructions on using the HP Photosmart. Readme The Readme file contains the most recent ...
...HP Photosmart 2600 series printer User Guide Basics Guide The Basics Guide contains an overview of resources, both printed and onscreen, that provide information about resolving errors you how to complete key tasks on the HP Photosmart. Install the software to load paper, insert a memory card, and replace ink.... Onscreen Help The onscreen Help provides detailed instructions on using the HP Photosmart. Readme The Readme file contains the most recent ...
User Guide
Page 16
By default, the HP Photosmart is too thin or too thick, paper that has a slick texture, or paper that stretches easily can cause paper jams. Using paper that has a heavy texture or does not accept ink can cause printed images to change paper types or sizes, remember to...coated CDs and DVDs. HP Premium Photo Paper HP Premium Photo Papers are specifically designed for framing or including in the HP Photosmart, including letter or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes. In addition, the HP Photosmart lets you want the best print quality, HP recommends using the Automatic ...
By default, the HP Photosmart is too thin or too thick, paper that has a slick texture, or paper that stretches easily can cause paper jams. Using paper that has a heavy texture or does not accept ink can cause printed images to change paper types or sizes, remember to...coated CDs and DVDs. HP Premium Photo Paper HP Premium Photo Papers are specifically designed for framing or including in the HP Photosmart, including letter or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes. In addition, the HP Photosmart lets you want the best print quality, HP recommends using the Automatic ...
User Guide
Page 18
...paper jams. Using paper that has a heavy texture or does not accept ink can bleed into the HP Photosmart for two-sided use with clasps or windows. They can jam the HP Photosmart or repel the ink. • Multi-part forms, such as duplicate and triplicate forms. They... information" on page 137 or in the printer driver. • Paper with cutouts or perforations (unless specifically designed for the HP Photosmart. HP Brochure & Flyer Paper HP Brochure & Flyer Paper (Gloss or Matte) is more likely to smear. • Envelopes with HP inkjet devices). • Highly textured stock, such...
...paper jams. Using paper that has a heavy texture or does not accept ink can bleed into the HP Photosmart for two-sided use with clasps or windows. They can jam the HP Photosmart or repel the ink. • Multi-part forms, such as duplicate and triplicate forms. They... information" on page 137 or in the printer driver. • Paper with cutouts or perforations (unless specifically designed for the HP Photosmart. HP Brochure & Flyer Paper HP Brochure & Flyer Paper (Gloss or Matte) is more likely to smear. • Envelopes with HP inkjet devices). • Highly textured stock, such...
User Guide
Page 33
... or blue tones, respectively, to prevent wasting paper and ink on projects that opens the Properties dialog box. To preview your software application, click Print. 3. Your print job displays in the Print dialog box. Make sure the HP Photosmart is the selected printer. 4. Click the Advanced Color Settings button. 7. Make sure you open the Print...
... or blue tones, respectively, to prevent wasting paper and ink on projects that opens the Properties dialog box. To preview your software application, click Print. 3. Your print job displays in the Print dialog box. Make sure the HP Photosmart is the selected printer. 4. Click the Advanced Color Settings button. 7. Make sure you open the Print...
User Guide
Page 36
... specified size, the Borderless printing check box is the selected printer. 4. Depending on your photos. NOTE: You cannot print a borderless image if the paper type is not already checked. For photo printing, HP recommends that opens the Properties dialog box. Print Perform special...Type drop-down list, click More, and then select the appropriate paper type. HP papers and HP ink are not compatible, the HP Photosmart software displays an alert and allows you use HP Premium Photo Papers or HP Premium Plus Photo Papers to provide high-quality output. • Print on transparencies...
... specified size, the Borderless printing check box is the selected printer. 4. Depending on your photos. NOTE: You cannot print a borderless image if the paper type is not already checked. For photo printing, HP recommends that opens the Properties dialog box. Print Perform special...Type drop-down list, click More, and then select the appropriate paper type. HP papers and HP ink are not compatible, the HP Photosmart software displays an alert and allows you use HP Premium Photo Papers or HP Premium Plus Photo Papers to provide high-quality output. • Print on transparencies...
User Guide
Page 43
...software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. Click the Features tab. 6. TIP: If you allow enough time for transparencies to the light. NOTE: The HP Photosmart automatically waits for the ink to make notations on top of the label sheet or... envelope, and hold both up to dry before handling the transparency. Ink dries slower on film than on plain paper first. 2. Check the spacing for inkjet printers. CAUTION: Do ...
...software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. Click the Features tab. 6. TIP: If you allow enough time for transparencies to the light. NOTE: The HP Photosmart automatically waits for the ink to make notations on top of the label sheet or... envelope, and hold both up to dry before handling the transparency. Ink dries slower on film than on plain paper first. 2. Check the spacing for inkjet printers. CAUTION: Do ...
User Guide
Page 49
... Paper Type if you to print photos directly from your computer • Edit photos • Share photos using HP Photosmart Software Print photos from the control panel The HP Photosmart enables you see print quality issues using the Automatic setting. To print up to Automatic, and load photo paper ... features By default, the HP Photosmart is off, select the photo tray by pressing the Photo Tray button (the light will be borderless. If the Photo Tray light is set to 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch) photo paper in the photo tray. HP papers and HP ink are specifically designed to work...
... Paper Type if you to print photos directly from your computer • Edit photos • Share photos using HP Photosmart Software Print photos from the control panel The HP Photosmart enables you see print quality issues using the Automatic setting. To print up to Automatic, and load photo paper ... features By default, the HP Photosmart is off, select the photo tray by pressing the Photo Tray button (the light will be borderless. If the Photo Tray light is set to 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch) photo paper in the photo tray. HP papers and HP ink are specifically designed to work...
User Guide
Page 54
...HP Photosmart • Reduce energy consumption when the HP Photosmart is off • Turn off the HP Photosmart Work with print cartridges To ensure the best print quality from the HP Photosmart, you will need to time ensure that your skin and clothing Maintain the HP Photosmart 53 Maintain the HP Photosmart 9 Maintain the HP Photosmart The HP Photosmart...the print cartridges • Replace the print cartridges • Print a self-test report • Check the estimated ink levels • Use a photo print cartridge • Use the print cartridge protector • Align the print ...
...HP Photosmart • Reduce energy consumption when the HP Photosmart is off • Turn off the HP Photosmart Work with print cartridges To ensure the best print quality from the HP Photosmart, you will need to time ensure that your skin and clothing Maintain the HP Photosmart 53 Maintain the HP Photosmart 9 Maintain the HP Photosmart The HP Photosmart...the print cartridges • Replace the print cartridges • Print a self-test report • Check the estimated ink levels • Use a photo print cartridge • Use the print cartridge protector • Align the print ...
User Guide
Page 55
... not touch the copper-colored contacts or the ink nozzles. Dropping or jarring cartridges can also check the ink levels by their black plastic sides, with pink pull tab (must be removed before installing) 3 Ink nozzles under tape Hold the print cartridges by using the Printer Toolbox available through the HP Photosmart Software on your computer or...
... not touch the copper-colored contacts or the ink nozzles. Dropping or jarring cartridges can also check the ink levels by their black plastic sides, with pink pull tab (must be removed before installing) 3 Ink nozzles under tape Hold the print cartridges by using the Printer Toolbox available through the HP Photosmart Software on your computer or...
User Guide
Page 57
...remove the print cartridge from its slot. 5. Maintain the HP Photosmart 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 copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles. Also, do not re-tape the print cartridges. ... are removing the black print cartridge in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 56 Maintain the HP Photosmart Remove the new print cartridge from the slot on the right. 1 Print cartridge slot for the tri-color print cartridge 2 Print cartridge slot for the black...
...remove the print cartridge from its slot. 5. Maintain the HP Photosmart 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 copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles. Also, do not re-tape the print cartridges. ... are removing the black print cartridge in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 56 Maintain the HP Photosmart Remove the new print cartridge from the slot on the right. 1 Print cartridge slot for the tri-color print cartridge 2 Print cartridge slot for the black...
User Guide
Page 59
...print a self-test report before you replace the print cartridges. The HP Photosmart prints a self-test report, which might indicate a problem with the tri-color print cartridge in the left slot. 58 Maintain the HP Photosmart A sample of the ink test area of the report is missing, faded, streaked, or ... into the input tray. 2. A success or failure message appears. To print a self-test report 1. The HP Photosmart prints a test page, aligns the print head, and calibrates the printer. Press OK to clean the print cartridges. • If the black line is shown below. NOTE: If you...
...print a self-test report before you replace the print cartridges. The HP Photosmart prints a self-test report, which might indicate a problem with the tri-color print cartridge in the left slot. 58 Maintain the HP Photosmart A sample of the ink test area of the report is missing, faded, streaked, or ... into the input tray. 2. A success or failure message appears. To print a self-test report 1. The HP Photosmart prints a test page, aligns the print head, and calibrates the printer. Press OK to clean the print cartridges. • If the black line is shown below. NOTE: If you...
User Guide
Page 60
... in the printing process in a number of ink remaining in printhead servicing, which provides enhanced quality color photos. Work with the HP Photosmart by purchasing a photo print cartridge. NOTE: The HP Photosmart can optimize the quality of the color photos you want to Print Settings, and then click Printer Toolbox. NOTE: Ink from the cartridges is used . NOTE: You...
... in the printing process in a number of ink remaining in printhead servicing, which provides enhanced quality color photos. Work with the HP Photosmart by purchasing a photo print cartridge. NOTE: The HP Photosmart can optimize the quality of the color photos you want to Print Settings, and then click Printer Toolbox. NOTE: Ink from the cartridges is used . NOTE: You...
User Guide
Page 61
...; Place the print cartridge into the print cartridge protector at a slight angle and snap it is not being used. Maintain the HP Photosmart 60 Maintain the HP Photosmart Chapter 9 Related topics • "Shop for ink supplies" on page 67 • "Replace the print cartridges" on page 54 • "Use the print cartridge protector" on page... so you can print high-quality photos with a print cartridge protector, you might also receive a print cartridge protector. If neither your print cartridge nor the HP Photosmart came with the photo and tri-color print cartridges.
...; Place the print cartridge into the print cartridge protector at a slight angle and snap it is not being used. Maintain the HP Photosmart 60 Maintain the HP Photosmart Chapter 9 Related topics • "Shop for ink supplies" on page 67 • "Replace the print cartridges" on page 54 • "Use the print cartridge protector" on page... so you can print high-quality photos with a print cartridge protector, you might also receive a print cartridge protector. If neither your print cartridge nor the HP Photosmart came with the photo and tri-color print cartridges.
User Guide
Page 63
...report shows streaking, white lines through any of the lines of color or when a color is covering the print cartridge contacts, then reinstall the print cartridge. NOTE: You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. In the Print Properties dialog box, click the Services... tab, and then click Service this wastes ink and shortens the life of...
...report shows streaking, white lines through any of the lines of color or when a color is covering the print cartridge contacts, then reinstall the print cartridge. NOTE: You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. In the Print Properties dialog box, click the Services... tab, and then click Service this wastes ink and shortens the life of...
User Guide
Page 64
To clean the print cartridge contacts 1. Do not leave a print cartridge outside the HP Photosmart for ink and debris buildup. 5. Hold the print cartridge by its sides. 7. Hold the print cartridge with print cartridges 63 Make sure you have the following materials... it . 6. NOTE: Do not remove both print cartridges at a time. Dip a clean foam rubber swab or lint-free cloth into the slot. Maintain the HP Photosmart 1 Copper-colored contacts 2 Ink nozzles (do not clean) 8. Wait until it snaps into place. Remove and clean each print cartridge one at the same time. Allow the print...
To clean the print cartridge contacts 1. Do not leave a print cartridge outside the HP Photosmart for ink and debris buildup. 5. Hold the print cartridge by its sides. 7. Hold the print cartridge with print cartridges 63 Make sure you have the following materials... it . 6. NOTE: Do not remove both print cartridges at a time. Dip a clean foam rubber swab or lint-free cloth into the slot. Maintain the HP Photosmart 1 Copper-colored contacts 2 Ink nozzles (do not clean) 8. Wait until it snaps into place. Remove and clean each print cartridge one at the same time. Allow the print...
User Guide
Page 65
... cartridge. 10. NOTE: Clean the area around the ink nozzles If the HP Photosmart is idle and silent, and then unplug the power cord from the back of the HP Photosmart. CAUTION: Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles. Touching these parts can damage the print cartridges).... Remove and clean each print cartridge one at the same time. Maintain the HP Photosmart Chapter 9 9. Wait until the print ...
... cartridge. 10. NOTE: Clean the area around the ink nozzles If the HP Photosmart is idle and silent, and then unplug the power cord from the back of the HP Photosmart. CAUTION: Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles. Touching these parts can damage the print cartridges).... Remove and clean each print cartridge one at the same time. Maintain the HP Photosmart Chapter 9 9. Wait until the print ...
User Guide
Page 66
... cloth or slightly moistened sponge to remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with the HP logo on page 62 Remove ink from the control panel and the interior of the HP Photosmart does not require cleaning. Maintain the HP Photosmart 1 Nozzle plate (do not use cold water...
... cloth or slightly moistened sponge to remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with the HP logo on page 62 Remove ink from the control panel and the interior of the HP Photosmart does not require cleaning. Maintain the HP Photosmart 1 Nozzle plate (do not use cold water...