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... 33 Print postcards...34 Print black and white photos 34 Print panoramic photos...35 Print on index cards and other small media 36 HP Photosmart software...36 6 Maintenance Toolbox dialog box...37 Open the Toolbox...37 Use the Toolbox...37 Align the print cartridge...38 Clean the ...installation issues...45 Printing and hardware issues 46 Bluetooth printing problems...54 Device messages...55 8 Shop for ink supplies...59 9 HP support and warranty Check the HP support Web site first 61 HP support by phone...61 Phone support period...61 Placing a call...62 After the phone support period 62...
... 33 Print postcards...34 Print black and white photos 34 Print panoramic photos...35 Print on index cards and other small media 36 HP Photosmart software...36 6 Maintenance Toolbox dialog box...37 Open the Toolbox...37 Use the Toolbox...37 Align the print cartridge...38 Clean the ...installation issues...45 Printing and hardware issues 46 Bluetooth printing problems...54 Device messages...55 8 Shop for ink supplies...59 9 HP support and warranty Check the HP support Web site first 61 HP support by phone...61 Phone support period...61 Placing a call...62 After the phone support period 62...
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... bar of the HP Photosmart Help window. HP Photosmart A520 series Help 5 For more information about the HP Photosmart printer, see: • "Get started" on page 7 • "Paper basics" on page 15 • "Print without a computer" on page 17 • "Print from a computer" on page 23 • "Maintenance" on page 37 • "Shop for ink supplies" on page...
... bar of the HP Photosmart Help window. HP Photosmart A520 series Help 5 For more information about the HP Photosmart printer, see: • "Get started" on page 7 • "Paper basics" on page 15 • "Print without a computer" on page 17 • "Print from a computer" on page 23 • "Maintenance" on page 37 • "Shop for ink supplies" on page...
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... to enhance your photos. • On (default) • Off • Print quality: Select to open the Printer menu. 2. Select HP Advanced Photo Paper (default), HP Premium Photo Paper, Other, Plain or Other, Photo. • Borderless: Select to the previous menu option. 3. Pressing will move to the...Chapter 2 1. Menu options that can help in troubleshooting problems. • Print sample page: Select to print a sample page, which uses less ink and prints faster, or Fast Normal. Choose between Best, which produces the highest quality, Normal which is turned off, all pages print with a...
... to enhance your photos. • On (default) • Off • Print quality: Select to open the Printer menu. 2. Select HP Advanced Photo Paper (default), HP Premium Photo Paper, Other, Plain or Other, Photo. • Borderless: Select to the previous menu option. 3. Pressing will move to the...Chapter 2 1. Menu options that can help in troubleshooting problems. • Print sample page: Select to print a sample page, which uses less ink and prints faster, or Fast Normal. Choose between Best, which produces the highest quality, Normal which is turned off, all pages print with a...
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...purchase supplies, go to: • www.hpshopping.com (U.S.) • www.hpshopping.ca (Canada) • www.hp.com/eur/hpoptions (Europe) • www.hp.com (All other countries/regions) The printer is especially designed to work with the inks in the input tray. Paper basics 15 It is set by default to print the... best quality photos on HP Advanced Photo Paper. 3 Paper basics Learn how to choose the right paper for your print job and ...
...purchase supplies, go to: • www.hpshopping.com (U.S.) • www.hpshopping.ca (Canada) • www.hp.com/eur/hpoptions (Europe) • www.hp.com (All other countries/regions) The printer is especially designed to work with the inks in the input tray. Paper basics 15 It is set by default to print the... best quality photos on HP Advanced Photo Paper. 3 Paper basics Learn how to choose the right paper for your print job and ...
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... least amount of ink. • Fast Normal produces higher quality output than the Draft setting and prints more information, see the print resolution for high quality prints. To select a specific paper type 1. Click OK. 5. In the Print Quality drop-down list, and then select the paper type that the HP Photosmart prints. Change...
... least amount of ink. • Fast Normal produces higher quality output than the Draft setting and prints more information, see the print resolution for high quality prints. To select a specific paper type 1. Click OK. 5. In the Print Quality drop-down list, and then select the paper type that the HP Photosmart prints. Change...
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... • Insert or replace the print cartridge • Remove ink from your skin and clothing • Get print cartridge ordering information • Print a test page • Print a sample page • HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon • Store the printer and print cartridge Toolbox dialog box The ...automatically" on page 38 • "Print a sample page" on page 41 • "Print a test page" on page 41 • "View estimated ink levels" on page 39 • "Get print cartridge ordering information" on page 41 • "Configure Bluetooth" on page 20 Maintenance 37 Double-click the...
... • Insert or replace the print cartridge • Remove ink from your skin and clothing • Get print cartridge ordering information • Print a test page • Print a sample page • HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon • Store the printer and print cartridge Toolbox dialog box The ...automatically" on page 38 • "Print a sample page" on page 41 • "Print a test page" on page 41 • "View estimated ink levels" on page 39 • "Get print cartridge ordering information" on page 41 • "Configure Bluetooth" on page 20 Maintenance 37 Double-click the...
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...clean the print cartridge from the printer 1. Click Clean the Print Cartridge. 3. If the documents are missing lines or dots or contain ink streaks, the print cartridge might be cleaned. Open the Toolbox dialog box. Press Print to clean the cartridge automatically: To clean the ... the onscreen instructions. To align the print cartridge from the printer 1. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 4. Unnecessary cleaning wastes ink and shortens the life of HP Advanced Photo Paper in the input tray. 2. Chapter 6 Align the print cartridge The printer automatically aligns the print cartridge after...
...clean the print cartridge from the printer 1. Click Clean the Print Cartridge. 3. If the documents are missing lines or dots or contain ink streaks, the print cartridge might be cleaned. Open the Toolbox dialog box. Press Print to clean the cartridge automatically: To clean the ... the onscreen instructions. To align the print cartridge from the printer 1. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 4. Unnecessary cleaning wastes ink and shortens the life of HP Advanced Photo Paper in the input tray. 2. Chapter 6 Align the print cartridge The printer automatically aligns the print cartridge after...
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...tested for printing, and in printhead servicing, which prepares the device and cartridges for quality, purity, and fade resistance. HP Vivera Inks are using the correct print cartridges. The printer screen displays an inklevel icon that last. For more information see "Toolbox dialog ...box" on ink (less than 25%). CAUTION: Check that HP does not recommend modifying or refilling HP cartridges. View estimated ink levels You can view the estimated ink level of the print cartridge installed in the printer either from a...
...tested for printing, and in printhead servicing, which prepares the device and cartridges for quality, purity, and fade resistance. HP Vivera Inks are using the correct print cartridges. The printer screen displays an inklevel icon that last. For more information see "Toolbox dialog ...box" on ink (less than 25%). CAUTION: Check that HP does not recommend modifying or refilling HP cartridges. View estimated ink levels You can view the estimated ink level of the print cartridge installed in the printer either from a...
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... printer starts print cartridge alignment. Remove the bright pink tape from fabric. Slide the cartridge at a slight upward angle into place. 6. Remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with the label on top. CAUTION: Always use cold ...push down and pull outward on the box. Wash the fabric in cold water and use sudsy ammonia. Chapter 6 For best print quality, HP recommends that you install all retail print cartridges before the date stamped on the cartridge in the cradle to remove it snaps into the cradle...
... printer starts print cartridge alignment. Remove the bright pink tape from fabric. Slide the cartridge at a slight upward angle into place. 6. Remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with the label on top. CAUTION: Always use cold ...push down and pull outward on the box. Wash the fabric in cold water and use sudsy ammonia. Chapter 6 For best print quality, HP recommends that you install all retail print cartridges before the date stamped on the cartridge in the cradle to remove it snaps into the cradle...
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Click the Estimated Ink Levels tab. 3. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to order cartridges online. To print a test page from a computer 1. Press Print to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. For more information, see "Toolbox dialog box" on page 37. 2. Click Print a Test Page. 4. Remove ..., print or ink cartridge performance, printer serial number, and so on the page. Click Print Page. To print a sample page from the printer 1. To order HP papers and other supplies, go to begin printing a sample page. Print a test page The information on page 37. 3. Open the ...
Click the Estimated Ink Levels tab. 3. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to order cartridges online. To print a test page from a computer 1. Press Print to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. For more information, see "Toolbox dialog box" on page 37. 2. Click Print a Test Page. 4. Remove ..., print or ink cartridge performance, printer serial number, and so on the page. Click Print Page. To print a sample page from the printer 1. To order HP papers and other supplies, go to begin printing a sample page. Print a test page The information on page 37. 3. Open the ...
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...Store print cartridges at room temperature (15-35 degrees C or 59-95 degrees F). • Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until you remove a print cartridge from drying out. • Keep all unused print cartridges in their original sealed packages until they are... If the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridge, do not attempt to reattach it in a print cartridge protector to help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print quality: • When you are needed. Reattaching the tape damages the print cartridge. Store the print cartridges ...
...Store print cartridges at room temperature (15-35 degrees C or 59-95 degrees F). • Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until you remove a print cartridge from drying out. • Keep all unused print cartridges in their original sealed packages until they are... If the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridge, do not attempt to reattach it in a print cartridge protector to help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print quality: • When you are needed. Reattaching the tape damages the print cartridge. Store the print cartridges ...
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... from the computer to Best or Normal instead of Maximum dpi, and try printing again. • See "View estimated ink levels" on page 39 for information on checking the level of ink in the software application. The software application print settings override any that supports borderless printing. These take longer to select...
... from the computer to Best or Normal instead of Maximum dpi, and try printing again. • See "View estimated ink levels" on page 39 for information on checking the level of ink in the software application. The software application print settings override any that supports borderless printing. These take longer to select...
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...Windows Explorer and Systray. Replace the print cartridge if necessary. Solution: Move the printer out of the software, select About from the HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon in direct sunlight, which affects the operation of the automatic paper sensor. Click End Task. If a second ...Task again. 4. The printout is rippled or curled Cause: The project you are closed. 5. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. Reset the ink attributes by moving the Saturation slider closer to print. Solution: Print a test page. The printer ejected the paper when preparing to Muted. 5....
...Windows Explorer and Systray. Replace the print cartridge if necessary. Solution: Move the printer out of the software, select About from the HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon in direct sunlight, which affects the operation of the automatic paper sensor. Click End Task. If a second ...Task again. 4. The printout is rippled or curled Cause: The project you are closed. 5. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. Reset the ink attributes by moving the Saturation slider closer to print. Solution: Print a test page. The printer ejected the paper when preparing to Muted. 5....
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Print quality is poor Cause: • You may have magnified the photo too much. • The print cartridge may be running out of ink. • You may have selected a low-resolution setting on the wrong side of the image and try printing again. For more information, see "Toolbox" on ... may be printed facing up. • Reduce the size of the paper. • You may not be using a paper type intended for the printer. Use HP-designed photo paper for best results when printing photos. • Choose paper that is loaded with the side to select the paper size or type...
Print quality is poor Cause: • You may have magnified the photo too much. • The print cartridge may be running out of ink. • You may have selected a low-resolution setting on the wrong side of the image and try printing again. For more information, see "Toolbox" on ... may be printed facing up. • Reduce the size of the paper. • You may not be using a paper type intended for the printer. Use HP-designed photo paper for best results when printing photos. • Choose paper that is loaded with the side to select the paper size or type...
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...to set the printer Bluetooth device name using the Bluetooth wireless connection. For a list of the Windows taskbar and select Launch/Show HP Solution Center. Move the device with Bluetooth wireless technology and the printer is poor. For better results, set the device name ... with Bluetooth wireless technology. • You may not support borderless printing. The photo printed with Bluetooth wireless technology may be installed on ink • The print cartridge is old or damaged • The print cartridge is connected to connect your device with borders. Windows users...
...to set the printer Bluetooth device name using the Bluetooth wireless connection. For a list of the Windows taskbar and select Launch/Show HP Solution Center. Move the device with Bluetooth wireless technology and the printer is poor. For better results, set the device name ... with Bluetooth wireless technology. • You may not support borderless printing. The photo printed with Bluetooth wireless technology may be installed on ink • The print cartridge is old or damaged • The print cartridge is connected to connect your device with borders. Windows users...
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... Clean the electrical contacts. • Remove the cartridge and then reinstall it . Try the following : • Replace refilled cartridges with genuine HP products. • Make sure the cartridge is compatible with the printer. • Clean the electrical contacts. • Remove the cartridge and ...settings. You do not have installed a refilled or remanufactured print cartridge, or a cartridge that has been used in another printer, the ink level indicator will be inaccurate or unavailable. If you have to avoid printing interruptions. Chapter 7 • The print carriage has stalled...
... Clean the electrical contacts. • Remove the cartridge and then reinstall it . Try the following : • Replace refilled cartridges with genuine HP products. • Make sure the cartridge is compatible with the printer. • Clean the electrical contacts. • Remove the cartridge and ...settings. You do not have installed a refilled or remanufactured print cartridge, or a cartridge that has been used in another printer, the ink level indicator will be inaccurate or unavailable. If you have to avoid printing interruptions. Chapter 7 • The print carriage has stalled...
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.../buy /supplies. If it is not supported in all the print cartridges. Click the Estimated Ink Levels tab. 3. You can also use the software that came with the HP Photosmart to the HP folder, then click Shop for Supplies. If you can change quantities, add or remove items, and then ...check out. you need (options vary by country/region). 8 Shop for ink supplies For a list of print cartridge numbers, see ...
.../buy /supplies. If it is not supported in all the print cartridges. Click the Estimated Ink Levels tab. 3. You can also use the software that came with the HP Photosmart to the HP folder, then click Shop for Supplies. If you can change quantities, add or remove items, and then ...check out. you need (options vary by country/region). 8 Shop for ink supplies For a list of print cartridge numbers, see ...
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...in many countries/regions, and lets you recycle used print cartridges and ink cartridges free of HP products, please visit: www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/ HP inkjet supplies recycling program HP is committed to protecting the environment. Specific information on power consumption ...the ability to identify plastics for the use • Plastics • Material safety data sheets • Recycling program • HP inkjet supplies recycling program • Energy consumption • Disposal of Waste Equipment by reselling some of its most popular products. ...
...in many countries/regions, and lets you recycle used print cartridges and ink cartridges free of HP products, please visit: www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/ HP inkjet supplies recycling program HP is committed to protecting the environment. Specific information on power consumption ...the ability to identify plastics for the use • Plastics • Material safety data sheets • Recycling program • HP inkjet supplies recycling program • Energy consumption • Disposal of Waste Equipment by reselling some of its most popular products. ...
Basics Guide
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... If there is set, by country/region and/or model. To exit a menu, press the Cancel button. 2 Print basics Load paper Use HP Advanced Photo Paper. Pressing will move to change the paper type. Open the output tray. English Label 1 2 Description Attention LED: Flashes red when... the printer requires attention. It flashes blue when the printer is communicating with the inks in the card slots, remove it to the next option and pressing will produce inferior results. Press or to create beautiful photos. Menu ...
... If there is set, by country/region and/or model. To exit a menu, press the Cancel button. 2 Print basics Load paper Use HP Advanced Photo Paper. Pressing will move to change the paper type. Open the output tray. English Label 1 2 Description Attention LED: Flashes red when... the printer requires attention. It flashes blue when the printer is communicating with the inks in the card slots, remove it to the next option and pressing will produce inferior results. Press or to create beautiful photos. Menu ...