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Contents Work with ink cartridges...102 Replace the ink cartridges 102 Align the printer...105 Clean the print head...106 Clean the ink cartridge contacts 107 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 108 Clean the HP Photosmart...108 Self-maintenance sounds...109 Reduce energy consumption when the HP Photosmart is off 109 Turn off the HP Photosmart...109 11 Shop...
Contents Work with ink cartridges...102 Replace the ink cartridges 102 Align the printer...105 Clean the print head...106 Clean the ink cartridge contacts 107 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 108 Clean the HP Photosmart...108 Self-maintenance sounds...109 Reduce energy consumption when the HP Photosmart is off 109 Turn off the HP Photosmart...109 11 Shop...
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...into a sleep state and the screen shuts off . Overview Indicates that the ink cartridge is nearly empty, and will only appear if one of a wireless network connection. Shows that an HP bt450, Printer and PC Adapter with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology is a wired network connection. When ...Indicates the presence and signal strength of the ink cartridges is less than 50% full, the ink cartridge icons do not appear on the display. By default, this feature is turned on, the HP Photosmart automatically corrects red eye coloring in the photo currently shown on when you touch...
...into a sleep state and the screen shuts off . Overview Indicates that the ink cartridge is nearly empty, and will only appear if one of a wireless network connection. Shows that an HP bt450, Printer and PC Adapter with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology is a wired network connection. When ...Indicates the presence and signal strength of the ink cartridges is less than 50% full, the ink cartridge icons do not appear on the display. By default, this feature is turned on, the HP Photosmart automatically corrects red eye coloring in the photo currently shown on when you touch...
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... Setup on the display. 2. NOTE: If the menu option you can access many of the HP Photosmart. With a Bluetooth connection you want is connected to print images from your ink cartridges. 24 Finish setting up the HP Photosmart Touch Bluetooth Radio. 4. Touch Reset Bluetooth. To turn the radio off. NOTE: If the ... Bluetooth. Touch Setup on the display. 2. NOTE: If the menu option you can reset all the menu options. 3. Reset Bluetooth settings on the HP Photosmart You can check the printer status, as well as with a USB connection. Finish setup Chapter 4 To set the...
... Setup on the display. 2. NOTE: If the menu option you can access many of the HP Photosmart. With a Bluetooth connection you want is connected to print images from your ink cartridges. 24 Finish setting up the HP Photosmart Touch Bluetooth Radio. 4. Touch Reset Bluetooth. To turn the radio off. NOTE: If the ... Bluetooth. Touch Setup on the display. 2. NOTE: If the menu option you can reset all the menu options. 3. Reset Bluetooth settings on the HP Photosmart You can check the printer status, as well as with a USB connection. Finish setup Chapter 4 To set the...
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... and forms The HP Photosmart enables you need to print self-test reports. Touch Setup on page 106. If the color blocks still show print quality problems after cleaning the print head, align the printer using the procedure described in "Align the printer" on several aspects of the six installed cartridges. If the color blocks continue to...
... and forms The HP Photosmart enables you need to print self-test reports. Touch Setup on page 106. If the color blocks still show print quality problems after cleaning the print head, align the printer using the procedure described in "Align the printer" on several aspects of the six installed cartridges. If the color blocks continue to...
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.... This section contains the following topics: • Replace the ink cartridges • Align the printer • Clean the print head • Clean the ink cartridge contacts • Remove ink from the HP Photosmart, you need to mix with the device. The ink in the HP Photosmart for the first time, be replaced. In the Print Properties dialog...
.... This section contains the following topics: • Replace the ink cartridges • Align the printer • Clean the print head • Clean the ink cartridge contacts • Remove ink from the HP Photosmart, you need to mix with the device. The ink in the HP Photosmart for the first time, be replaced. In the Print Properties dialog...
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The HP Photosmart also aligns the print head during the initial setup. Touch Align Printer. 5. NOTE: If you have colored paper loaded in the input tray when you install the ink cartridges during periodic maintenance to www.hp.com/support. Related topics "Shop for information on the display. 3. Go to ensure excellent print quality. If prompted, choose...
The HP Photosmart also aligns the print head during the initial setup. Touch Align Printer. 5. NOTE: If you have colored paper loaded in the input tray when you install the ink cartridges during periodic maintenance to www.hp.com/support. Related topics "Shop for information on the display. 3. Go to ensure excellent print quality. If prompted, choose...
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... that says a cartridge is covering the ink cartridge contacts or the ink cartridge slot, then reinstall the ink cartridge. Related topics "Align the printer" on page 105 Clean the ink cartridge contacts Clean the copper-colored ink cartridge contacts if all ink cartridges are installed and ...cartridge. NOTE: Do not remove multiple ink cartridges at a time. Do not touch the copper-colored contacts with ink cartridges 107 Maintain the HP Photosmart If it . Do not leave an ink cartridge outside the HP Photosmart for ink and debris buildup. 5. These can damage the ink cartridges...
... that says a cartridge is covering the ink cartridge contacts or the ink cartridge slot, then reinstall the ink cartridge. Related topics "Align the printer" on page 105 Clean the ink cartridge contacts Clean the copper-colored ink cartridge contacts if all ink cartridges are installed and ...cartridge. NOTE: Do not remove multiple ink cartridges at a time. Do not touch the copper-colored contacts with ink cartridges 107 Maintain the HP Photosmart If it . Do not leave an ink cartridge outside the HP Photosmart for ink and debris buildup. 5. These can damage the ink cartridges...
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...Inkjet Printers and All-in-Ones (Q6260A) that provides everything needed to the exterior of the HP Photosmart, do not use cold water to wipe dust, smudges, and stains off the case. Warm or hot water can purchase an HP Cleaning Kit for the other ink cartridges. 9. The interior of the HP Photosmart... bleach. Clean the HP Photosmart Use a soft cloth or slightly moistened sponge to remove ink from the control panel and the interior of the HP Photosmart does not require cleaning. Clean only the copper-colored contacts. Maintain the HP Photosmart 1 Copper-colored contacts 7.
...Inkjet Printers and All-in-Ones (Q6260A) that provides everything needed to the exterior of the HP Photosmart, do not use cold water to wipe dust, smudges, and stains off the case. Warm or hot water can purchase an HP Cleaning Kit for the other ink cartridges. 9. The interior of the HP Photosmart... bleach. Clean the HP Photosmart Use a soft cloth or slightly moistened sponge to remove ink from the control panel and the interior of the HP Photosmart does not require cleaning. Clean only the copper-colored contacts. Maintain the HP Photosmart 1 Copper-colored contacts 7.
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...Supplies. You will see the printed documentation that came with the HP Photosmart to find out the reorder number for all countries/regions. NOTE: You can order ink cartridges online from your desktop ▲ Click the Shop for HP Supplies icon on the page. If it is not supported ... For a list of ink cartridge numbers, see a list of the shopping links on your desktop, click the Start menu, point to Print Settings, and then click Printer Toolbox. Click Order Online. The supplies you can also use the software that came with the HP Photosmart. You can change quantities,...
...Supplies. You will see the printed documentation that came with the HP Photosmart to find out the reorder number for all countries/regions. NOTE: You can order ink cartridges online from your desktop ▲ Click the Shop for HP Supplies icon on the page. If it is not supported ... For a list of ink cartridge numbers, see a list of the shopping links on your desktop, click the Start menu, point to Print Settings, and then click Printer Toolbox. Click Order Online. The supplies you can also use the software that came with the HP Photosmart. You can change quantities,...
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... is turned on the device. Turn the HP Photosmart off the HP Photosmart, the print head assembly might need to another USB port on the ink cartridge package. • Keep all ink cartridges in the original sealed packages until you leave the ink cartridges installed. Chapter 12 sure the other printers or scanners. For more information, see: •...
... is turned on the device. Turn the HP Photosmart off the HP Photosmart, the print head assembly might need to another USB port on the ink cartridge package. • Keep all ink cartridges in the original sealed packages until you leave the ink cartridges installed. Chapter 12 sure the other printers or scanners. For more information, see: •...
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... shows a defect, try the following guidelines: • Replace refilled or empty ink cartridges with print quality, try uninstalling the HP Photosmart software, rebooting your computer, and temporarily disabling your computer. If you still see "...Printer Not Found screen appears during VPN sessions. You can re-enable your computer. Solution: Uninstall the HP Photosmart software, and then reboot your firewall before proceeding with the firewall software. If the screen still appears, try the solutions in this section and observe the following : • Clean the ink cartridges...
... shows a defect, try the following guidelines: • Replace refilled or empty ink cartridges with print quality, try uninstalling the HP Photosmart software, rebooting your computer, and temporarily disabling your computer. If you still see "...Printer Not Found screen appears during VPN sessions. You can re-enable your computer. Solution: Uninstall the HP Photosmart software, and then reboot your firewall before proceeding with the firewall software. If the screen still appears, try the solutions in this section and observe the following : • Clean the ink cartridges...
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... report for help you use genuine HP ink cartridges. Genuine HP ink cartridges are printing on page 105 Cause: You are jagged Cause: The font is set too low. Print quality troubleshooting 133 For best results when printing images, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper. The text... HP Photosmart is a custom size. Go to: www.hp.com/support If prompted, choose your image 180 degrees so that you easily produce great results, time after cleaning and aligning, contact HP support for any problems. If the color blocks show print quality problems, perform a printer alignment. NOTE: HP ...
... report for help you use genuine HP ink cartridges. Genuine HP ink cartridges are printing on page 105 Cause: You are jagged Cause: The font is set too low. Print quality troubleshooting 133 For best results when printing images, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper. The text... HP Photosmart is a custom size. Go to: www.hp.com/support If prompted, choose your image 180 degrees so that you easily produce great results, time after cleaning and aligning, contact HP support for any problems. If the color blocks show print quality problems, perform a printer alignment. NOTE: HP ...
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...page 115 Cause: The print head needs to be cleaned. For best results when printing images, use genuine HP ink cartridges. Genuine HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers to the use the software you are dull or fuzzy. If the problem persists after time. Solution: ...of the page. Print quality troubleshooting 135 Printer service or repairs required as Best, Maximum dpi, or High Resolution. Check the color blocks in the input tray and print the image with the HP Photosmart or another software application to : www.hp.com/support If prompted, choose your image...
...page 115 Cause: The print head needs to be cleaned. For best results when printing images, use genuine HP ink cartridges. Genuine HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers to the use the software you are dull or fuzzy. If the problem persists after time. Solution: ...of the page. Print quality troubleshooting 135 Printer service or repairs required as Best, Maximum dpi, or High Resolution. Check the color blocks in the input tray and print the image with the HP Photosmart or another software application to : www.hp.com/support If prompted, choose your image...
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... low-humidity environment. Solution: Lift the output tray, then push the photo tray all the way in the photo tray. Solution: Turn the HP Photosmart off and open the ink cartridge door. Solution: If the photo tray is no higher than the top of photo paper at a time. Push the output tray all... together. Cause: There might be using the printer in the photo tray. make sure the stack of photo paper fits within the photo tray and is empty or there are blocking the print head assembly (including any packing materials), and then turn the HP Photosmart on again. Reload the paper into the photo...
... low-humidity environment. Solution: Lift the output tray, then push the photo tray all the way in the photo tray. Solution: Turn the HP Photosmart off and open the ink cartridge door. Solution: If the photo tray is no higher than the top of photo paper at a time. Push the output tray all... together. Cause: There might be using the printer in the photo tray. make sure the stack of photo paper fits within the photo tray and is empty or there are blocking the print head assembly (including any packing materials), and then turn the HP Photosmart on again. Reload the paper into the photo...
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The HP Photosmart cannot continue printing until the indicated ink cartridge(s) are expired • Ink expiration near • Non-HP ink • Original HP ink depleted • Print head assembly is stalled • Print head failure • Alignment failed • Replace ink cartridges soon • Scheduled maintenance • Wrong ink cartridge(s) installed • Ink cartridge is missing, incorrectly installed...
The HP Photosmart cannot continue printing until the indicated ink cartridge(s) are expired • Ink expiration near • Non-HP ink • Original HP ink depleted • Print head assembly is stalled • Print head failure • Alignment failed • Replace ink cartridges soon • Scheduled maintenance • Wrong ink cartridge(s) installed • Ink cartridge is missing, incorrectly installed...
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Troubleshooting Chapter 12 Ink cartridge(s) are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great results, time after time. You can also continue printing without replacing the ink cartridge, by following the instructions on the HP Photosmart or the ink cartridge expiration message on your computer screen. You can also continue printing without replacing the...
Troubleshooting Chapter 12 Ink cartridge(s) are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great results, time after time. You can also continue printing without replacing the ink cartridge, by following the instructions on the HP Photosmart or the ink cartridge expiration message on your computer screen. You can also continue printing without replacing the...
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... page 102 Original HP ink depleted Cause: The original HP ink in the indicated ink cartridge(s) has been depleted. HP recommends that are blocking the print head assembly. Printer service or repairs required as a result of non-HP ink will not be covered under warranty. Solution: Remove any packing materials. 3. Turn the HP Photosmart off, then turn it...
... page 102 Original HP ink depleted Cause: The original HP ink in the indicated ink cartridge(s) has been depleted. HP recommends that are blocking the print head assembly. Printer service or repairs required as a result of non-HP ink will not be covered under warranty. Solution: Remove any packing materials. 3. Turn the HP Photosmart off, then turn it...
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...cartridges" on page 102 Scheduled maintenance Cause: The HP Photosmart performs a periodic maintenance procedure to : www.hp.com/support If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP...HP support. Replace ink cartridges soon Cause: The indicated ink cartridge is defective. Solution: Contact HP support. Solution: If you have color...cartridge(s) or follow the prompts on the display or computer screen to : www.hp.com/support If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP...delivery system has failed and the HP Photosmart can no longer print. Load ...
...cartridges" on page 102 Scheduled maintenance Cause: The HP Photosmart performs a periodic maintenance procedure to : www.hp.com/support If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP...HP support. Replace ink cartridges soon Cause: The indicated ink cartridge is defective. Solution: Contact HP support. Solution: If you have color...cartridge(s) or follow the prompts on the display or computer screen to : www.hp.com/support If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP...delivery system has failed and the HP Photosmart can no longer print. Load ...
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... 48 choose paper 55 clean ink cartridge contacts 107 print head 106 color dull 136 smeared 134 color graphics display 10 color tone, change in print 69 communication mode 48 communication problems test failed 158 two-way communication lost 160 computer-to the HP Photosmart 21 passkey authentication 22 print from ... point HW address 49 ad hoc network 33 addresses, print 80 admin password 45 advanced network settings 41 after the support period 171 align printer 105 authentication type 49 B base station. Index Symbols/Numerics 10 x 15 cm photo paper load 60 specifications 175 2 pages on 1, ...
... 48 choose paper 55 clean ink cartridge contacts 107 print head 106 color dull 136 smeared 134 color graphics display 10 color tone, change in print 69 communication mode 48 communication problems test failed 158 two-way communication lost 160 computer-to the HP Photosmart 21 passkey authentication 22 print from ... point HW address 49 ad hoc network 33 addresses, print 80 admin password 45 advanced network settings 41 after the support period 171 align printer 105 authentication type 49 B base station. Index Symbols/Numerics 10 x 15 cm photo paper load 60 specifications 175 2 pages on 1, ...
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...93 rotate 94 zoom 93 improper shutdown 160 infrastructure mode 29 ink drying time 157 empty 163 low 145 replace soon 166 sprays inside HP Photosmart 145 ink cartridge failure 163 ink cartridges check ink levels 101 clean contacts 107 damaged 162 empty 163 error message 167 error messages 161 expired 164...transfers 63 labels 63 legal paper 58 letter paper 58 transparencies 63 M MAC address 45, 47 maintenance align printer 105 check ink levels 101 clean print head 106 replace ink cartridges 102 restore factory defaults 19 self-test report 99 set FEMP mode 109 margins incorrect 143 text or graphic ...
...93 rotate 94 zoom 93 improper shutdown 160 infrastructure mode 29 ink drying time 157 empty 163 low 145 replace soon 166 sprays inside HP Photosmart 145 ink cartridge failure 163 ink cartridges check ink levels 101 clean contacts 107 damaged 162 empty 163 error message 167 error messages 161 expired 164...transfers 63 labels 63 legal paper 58 letter paper 58 transparencies 63 M MAC address 45, 47 maintenance align printer 105 check ink levels 101 clean print head 106 replace ink cartridges 102 restore factory defaults 19 self-test report 99 set FEMP mode 109 margins incorrect 143 text or graphic ...