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... and some residual ink is left in the cartridge after it from the cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of Conformity: www.hp.eu/certificates. In the Help Viewer window, choose HP ENVY 4500 series from : www.hp.com/ePrint/ENVY4500. Readme: Contains HP support information, operating system requirements, and recent printer updates. ••...
... and some residual ink is left in the cartridge after it from the cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of Conformity: www.hp.eu/certificates. In the Help Viewer window, choose HP ENVY 4500 series from : www.hp.com/ePrint/ENVY4500. Readme: Contains HP support information, operating system requirements, and recent printer updates. ••...
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...your purchase agreement. To the extent allowed by HP; Preclude the disclaimers and limitations in any way affected by HP. or c. For HP printer products, the use of a non-HP or refilled cartridge or an expired ink cartridge, HP will charge its standard time and materials charges to... STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THE HP PRODUCTS TO SUCH CUSTOMERS. English HP printer limited warranty statement HP product Software Media Printer Print or Ink cartridges Printheads (only applies to the end-user customer that the HP products specified above will be free from defects in...
...your purchase agreement. To the extent allowed by HP; Preclude the disclaimers and limitations in any way affected by HP. or c. For HP printer products, the use of a non-HP or refilled cartridge or an expired ink cartridge, HP will charge its standard time and materials charges to... STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THE HP PRODUCTS TO SUCH CUSTOMERS. English HP printer limited warranty statement HP product Software Media Printer Print or Ink cartridges Printheads (only applies to the end-user customer that the HP products specified above will be free from defects in...
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... contents 1 HP ENVY 4500 e-All-in-One series Help ...1 2 Get to know the HP ENVY 4500 series ...3 Printer parts ...4 Control panel and status lights ...5 Wireless settings ...7 Auto-Off ...8 3 Print ...9 HP ePrint ...10 Print documents ...12 Print photos ...14 Print Quick Forms ...15 Print envelopes ...16 Print with HP wireless direct ... the maximum dpi ...19 Tips for print success ...20 4 Paper basics ...23 Recommended papers for printing ...24 Load media ...26 Order HP Paper Supplies ...31 5 Copy and scan ...33 Copy documents ...34 Scan to a computer ...36 Tips for copy success ...38 Tips ...
... contents 1 HP ENVY 4500 e-All-in-One series Help ...1 2 Get to know the HP ENVY 4500 series ...3 Printer parts ...4 Control panel and status lights ...5 Wireless settings ...7 Auto-Off ...8 3 Print ...9 HP ePrint ...10 Print documents ...12 Print photos ...14 Print Quick Forms ...15 Print envelopes ...16 Print with HP wireless direct ... the maximum dpi ...19 Tips for print success ...20 4 Paper basics ...23 Recommended papers for printing ...24 Load media ...26 Order HP Paper Supplies ...31 5 Copy and scan ...33 Copy documents ...34 Scan to a computer ...36 Tips for copy success ...38 Tips ...
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... 7 Connectivity ...51 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS - Order ink supplies ...43 Choose right ink cartridges ...44 Replace the cartridges ...45 Use single-cartridge mode ...47 Cartridge warranty information ...48 Tips for networked printers 58 8 Solve a problem ...61 Improve print quality ...62 Clear... ...74 Prepare paper trays ...75 Resolve copy and scan issues ...76 Printer failure ...77 Resolve ink cartridge problem ...78 Ink cartridge problem ...80 Older generation cartridges ...81 Networking ...82 HP support ...83 Appendix A Technical information ...85 Hewlett-Packard Company notices ...86...
... 7 Connectivity ...51 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS - Order ink supplies ...43 Choose right ink cartridges ...44 Replace the cartridges ...45 Use single-cartridge mode ...47 Cartridge warranty information ...48 Tips for networked printers 58 8 Solve a problem ...61 Improve print quality ...62 Clear... ...74 Prepare paper trays ...75 Resolve copy and scan issues ...76 Printer failure ...77 Resolve ink cartridge problem ...78 Ink cartridge problem ...80 Older generation cartridges ...81 Networking ...82 HP support ...83 Appendix A Technical information ...85 Hewlett-Packard Company notices ...86...
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1 HP ENVY 4500 e-All-in-One series Help Learn how to use your HP ENVY 4500 series ● Printer parts on page 4 ● Control panel and status lights on page 5 ● Load media on page 26 ● Print on page 9 ● Copy documents on page 34 ● Scan to a computer on page 36 ● Replace the cartridges on page 45 ● Clear a paper jam on page 66 ● Check the estimated ink levels on page 42 ENWW 1
1 HP ENVY 4500 e-All-in-One series Help Learn how to use your HP ENVY 4500 series ● Printer parts on page 4 ● Control panel and status lights on page 5 ● Load media on page 26 ● Print on page 9 ● Copy documents on page 34 ● Scan to a computer on page 36 ● Replace the cartridges on page 45 ● Clear a paper jam on page 66 ● Check the estimated ink levels on page 42 ENWW 1
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...ink, the paper should be loaded correctly, and the printer should be the same size and type to avoid a paper jam. ● Load paper with side to be functioning properly with the printer's name. ◦ Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500... series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. ● If you want to fit snugly against all paper. All of the paper in the printer software. For more information, see Load media on...
...ink, the paper should be loaded correctly, and the printer should be the same size and type to avoid a paper jam. ● Load paper with side to be functioning properly with the printer's name. ◦ Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500... series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. ● If you want to fit snugly against all paper. All of the paper in the printer software. For more information, see Load media on...
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...; Original HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers and papers to help you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. Product service or repairs required as a result of non-HP supplies. If you believe you purchased original HP ink cartridges, ... ● Software settings selected in the print driver only apply to printing, they do not apply to : www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit ● Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for print success 21 ENWW Tips for planning purposes only.
...; Original HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers and papers to help you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. Product service or repairs required as a result of non-HP supplies. If you believe you purchased original HP ink cartridges, ... ● Software settings selected in the print driver only apply to printing, they do not apply to : www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit ● Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for print success 21 ENWW Tips for planning purposes only.
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... plain papers with crisp, vivid color, bolder blacks and dry faster than ordinary plain papers. ENWW Order HP Paper Supplies 31 All papers with the ColorLok logo are independently tested to meet high standards of reliability and print quality, and produce documents ...everyday documents. Look for Products and Services and select ink, toner and paper. Visit the HP website at www.hp.com for optimum print quality. To purchase HP papers, go to Shop for papers with most types of office media. Order HP Paper Supplies The printer is designed to work well with the ColorLok logo in...
... plain papers with crisp, vivid color, bolder blacks and dry faster than ordinary plain papers. ENWW Order HP Paper Supplies 31 All papers with the ColorLok logo are independently tested to meet high standards of reliability and print quality, and produce documents ...everyday documents. Look for Products and Services and select ink, toner and paper. Visit the HP website at www.hp.com for optimum print quality. To purchase HP papers, go to Shop for papers with most types of office media. Order HP Paper Supplies The printer is designed to work well with the ColorLok logo in...
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.... ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. 2. To check the ink levels from the printer control panel ● From the Home screen on the app bar, and then click the icon with cartridges ENWW For more...
.... ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. 2. To check the ink levels from the printer control panel ● From the Home screen on the app bar, and then click the icon with cartridges ENWW For more...
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... links on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. 2. ENWW Order ink supplies 43 Depending on your country/region, you use this link. The...
... links on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. 2. ENWW Order ink supplies 43 Depending on your country/region, you use this link. The...
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Original HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers to help you use original HP ink cartridges. Choose right ink cartridges HP recommends that you easily produce great results, time after time. 44 Chapter 6 Work with cartridges ENWW
Original HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers to help you use original HP ink cartridges. Choose right ink cartridges HP recommends that you easily produce great results, time after time. 44 Chapter 6 Work with cartridges ENWW
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... mode is initiated when an ink cartridge is displayed and two ink cartridges are installed in the HP ENVY 4500 series to operate the HP ENVY 4500 series with only one ink cartridge. When plastic tape covers the ink cartridge contacts, the printer cannot detect that the protective piece of plastic tape has been removed from the ink cartridge carriage. If the...
... mode is initiated when an ink cartridge is displayed and two ink cartridges are installed in the HP ENVY 4500 series to operate the HP ENVY 4500 series with only one ink cartridge. When plastic tape covers the ink cartridge contacts, the printer cannot detect that the protective piece of plastic tape has been removed from the ink cartridge carriage. If the...
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During the warranty period the cartridge is covered as long as the HP ink is used in YYYY/MM/DD format, may be found on the cartridge as indicated: For a copy of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the printed documentation that have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, ... warranty information The HP cartridge warranty is applicable when the cartridge is not depleted and the end of warranty date has not been reached. The end of warranty date, in its designated HP printing device. This warranty does not cover HP ink cartridges that came with the printer. 48 Chapter 6...
During the warranty period the cartridge is covered as long as the HP ink is used in YYYY/MM/DD format, may be found on the cartridge as indicated: For a copy of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the printed documentation that have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, ... warranty information The HP cartridge warranty is applicable when the cartridge is not depleted and the end of warranty date has not been reached. The end of warranty date, in its designated HP printing device. This warranty does not cover HP ink cartridges that came with the printer. 48 Chapter 6...
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... following tips to work with cartridges 49 Match the color and icon of the printer, if unprotected, cartridges begin to install them. Leaving tape on the cartridges reduces ink evaporation. ● Insert the cartridges into place. ● Align the printer for each cartridge to replace it again as soon as possible. See Improve...
... following tips to work with cartridges 49 Match the color and icon of the printer, if unprotected, cartridges begin to install them. Leaving tape on the cartridges reduces ink evaporation. ● Insert the cartridges into place. ● Align the printer for each cartridge to replace it again as soon as possible. See Improve...
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8 Solve a problem This section contains the following topics: ● Improve print quality ● Clear a paper jam ● Unable to print ● Clear the print carriage ● Prepare paper trays ● Resolve copy and scan issues ● Printer failure ● Resolve ink cartridge problem ● Ink cartridge problem ● Older generation cartridges ● Networking ● HP support ENWW 61
8 Solve a problem This section contains the following topics: ● Improve print quality ● Clear a paper jam ● Unable to print ● Clear the print carriage ● Prepare paper trays ● Resolve copy and scan issues ● Printer failure ● Resolve ink cartridge problem ● Ink cartridge problem ● Older generation cartridges ● Networking ● HP support ENWW 61
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... Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. Improve print quality NOTE: To protect the cartridges from drying out, always turn the printer off using original HP ink cartridges. 2. If the ink cartridges are low on page 42. Load letter or A4 unused plain...
... Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. Improve print quality NOTE: To protect the cartridges from drying out, always turn the printer off using original HP ink cartridges. 2. If the ink cartridges are low on page 42. Load letter or A4 unused plain...
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...of the scanner glass. From the Tools menu on ink. Print a diagnostics page if the cartridges are not low on the printer display, select Align Printer. f. Follow the on the printer display to access the printer toolbox. ENWW Improve print quality 63 Follow the ...select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. b. In the printer software, click Print & Scan, and then click Maintain Your Printer to align the cartridges. b. Load the cartridge alignment sheet print side down on the printer display, select Tools. ...
...of the scanner glass. From the Tools menu on ink. Print a diagnostics page if the cartridges are not low on the printer display, select Align Printer. f. Follow the on the printer display to access the printer toolbox. ENWW Improve print quality 63 Follow the ...select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. b. In the printer software, click Print & Scan, and then click Maintain Your Printer to align the cartridges. b. Load the cartridge alignment sheet print side down on the printer display, select Tools. ...
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...are seeing streaks in the color and black boxes, or no ink in portions of the color and black boxes. 64 Chapter 8 Solve a problem ENWW Review the blue, magenta, yellow, and black boxes on the printer display, select Print Quality Report. Click Print Diagnostic Information on ...the printer display, select Tools. From the Home screen on the Device Reports tab to print a diagnostics page. b. Follow the onscreen instructions. 6. d. If you do not see the Home screen, press the Home button. Clean the ink cartridges automatically, if the ...
...are seeing streaks in the color and black boxes, or no ink in portions of the color and black boxes. 64 Chapter 8 Solve a problem ENWW Review the blue, magenta, yellow, and black boxes on the printer display, select Print Quality Report. Click Print Diagnostic Information on ...the printer display, select Tools. From the Home screen on the Device Reports tab to print a diagnostics page. b. Follow the onscreen instructions. 6. d. If you do not see the Home screen, press the Home button. Clean the ink cartridges automatically, if the ...
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...computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. To clean the cartridges from the printer software a. If the above solutions do not see the... Home screen, press the Home button. Depending on -screen instructions. Follow the on the printer display, select Clean Printhead. From the Tools menu on -screen instructions. To clean the cartridges from the printer display a. c. Click Clean Ink...
...computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP ENVY 4500 series, and then click HP ENVY 4500 series. To clean the cartridges from the printer software a. If the above solutions do not see the... Home screen, press the Home button. Depending on -screen instructions. Follow the on the printer display, select Clean Printhead. From the Tools menu on -screen instructions. To clean the cartridges from the printer display a. c. Click Clean Ink...
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... procedure should take only a few minutes. Make sure that power is on page 45 for the print carriage to move to leave the ink cartridges outside of the printer. 3. It is still not resolved, see Replace the cartridges on . 2. Wait for more information. Remove the cartridge indicated in damage ... in the error message. 4. If your problem is not recommended to the right side of the printer longer than 30 minutes. If this does not work, clean the cartridge contacts. Check that the ink cartridges are the small gold-colored dots on the cartridge. 78 Chapter 8 Solve a problem ENWW...
... procedure should take only a few minutes. Make sure that power is on page 45 for the print carriage to move to leave the ink cartridges outside of the printer. 3. It is still not resolved, see Replace the cartridges on . 2. Wait for more information. Remove the cartridge indicated in damage ... in the error message. 4. If your problem is not recommended to the right side of the printer longer than 30 minutes. If this does not work, clean the cartridge contacts. Check that the ink cartridges are the small gold-colored dots on the cartridge. 78 Chapter 8 Solve a problem ENWW...