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..., benzene, or carbon tetrachloride on right front corner of the HP Photosmart. TIP: You can damage it. Chapter 1 9. Load alignment page print side down on the glass, since they can purchase an HP Cleaning Kit for Inkjet Printers and All-in-Ones (Q6260A) that your HP device. For more information, go to scan page. When prompted...
..., benzene, or carbon tetrachloride on right front corner of the HP Photosmart. TIP: You can damage it. Chapter 1 9. Load alignment page print side down on the glass, since they can purchase an HP Cleaning Kit for Inkjet Printers and All-in-Ones (Q6260A) that your HP device. For more information, go to scan page. When prompted...
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... the print cartridges are listed in order, with the most likely solution first. Cause: The product might need to change your product as the default printer Solution: Use the system tools on the product. Press in the paper tray. Solutions are installed properly and have been out of the rear door... of paper. Cause: You sent the print job to the product and plugged into a power outlet. Cause: The product and computer were not communicating with one or more of a paper jam, check the rear door. To clear a paper jam from the rear door 1. Make sure the power cord is firmly ...
... the print cartridges are listed in order, with the most likely solution first. Cause: The product might need to change your product as the default printer Solution: Use the system tools on the product. Press in the paper tray. Solutions are installed properly and have been out of the rear door... of paper. Cause: You sent the print job to the product and plugged into a power outlet. Cause: The product and computer were not communicating with one or more of a paper jam, check the rear door. To clear a paper jam from the rear door 1. Make sure the power cord is firmly ...
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...only with the power adapter supplied by HP. For a complete listing of supported media sizes, see the printer software. Paper specifications Paper tray capacity: Plain paper sheets: Up to 85 (60 to the HP Web site at www.hp.com/support. Environmental specifications • ...) with tray extender open; 40.7 cm (16 inches) with tray extender closed • Weight (with the marketing name (HP Photosmart C4600 series, etc.) or product numbers (Q8418A, etc.). 3 Technical information The technical specifications and international regulatory information for your product is SNPRH-0803.
...only with the power adapter supplied by HP. For a complete listing of supported media sizes, see the printer software. Paper specifications Paper tray capacity: Plain paper sheets: Up to 85 (60 to the HP Web site at www.hp.com/support. Environmental specifications • ...) with tray extender open; 40.7 cm (16 inches) with tray extender closed • Weight (with the marketing name (HP Photosmart C4600 series, etc.) or product numbers (Q8418A, etc.). 3 Technical information The technical specifications and international regulatory information for your product is SNPRH-0803.
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... of a consumer (e.g., the United Kingdom); C. This Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights. Chapter 3 Warranty HP product Software Media Printer Print or Ink cartridges Printheads (only applies to products with customer replaceable printheads) Accessories Duration of limited warranty 90 days ... defects in performance. 10. Unauthorized modification or misuse. 4. For HP printer products, the use of a defect in any other rights which is distributed by an authorized importer. If HP receives, during the applicable warranty period, notice of the product,...
... of a consumer (e.g., the United Kingdom); C. This Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights. Chapter 3 Warranty HP product Software Media Printer Print or Ink cartridges Printheads (only applies to products with customer replaceable printheads) Accessories Duration of limited warranty 90 days ... defects in performance. 10. Unauthorized modification or misuse. 4. For HP printer products, the use of a defect in any other rights which is distributed by an authorized importer. If HP receives, during the applicable warranty period, notice of the product,...
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Contents Contents 1 HP Photosmart C4600 series Help 3 2 Get to know the 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...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 troubleshooting...49 Print quality troubleshooting...58 Print troubleshooting...73 Memory card troubleshooting 77 Copy ...
Contents Contents 1 HP Photosmart C4600 series Help 3 2 Get to know the 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...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 troubleshooting...49 Print quality troubleshooting...58 Print troubleshooting...73 Memory card troubleshooting 77 Copy ...
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2 Get to know the HP Photosmart • Printer parts • Control panel features Printer parts Figure 2-1 Printer parts Get to know the 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 ... 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
2 Get to know the HP Photosmart • Printer parts • Control panel features Printer parts Figure 2-1 Printer parts Get to know the 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 ... 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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... without tabs). It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity. You will ensure your Auto Sense-enabled HP Photosmart scan the Auto Sense marks and automatically adjust printer settings-including paper type, print quality, and size-for the type of project you are using special papers...are specifically designed for faster printing and outstanding quality. Depending on your paper is available in your printer adjusts to detect the size and type of paper in the HP Photosmart, including letter or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes. It is loaded incorrectly....
... without tabs). It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity. You will ensure your Auto Sense-enabled HP Photosmart scan the Auto Sense marks and automatically adjust printer settings-including paper type, print quality, and size-for the type of project you are using special papers...are specifically designed for faster printing and outstanding quality. Depending on your paper is available in your printer adjusts to detect the size and type of paper in the HP Photosmart, including letter or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes. It is loaded incorrectly....
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... x 6 inch) (with any inkjet printer. Get sharp, crisp images when you are heavy two-sided matte papers perfect for longer lasting documents. HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet Paper These papers are available ...HP Premium Presentation Paper or HP Professional Paper These papers are printing. Chapter 3 HP Photo Value Pack HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to select your product, and then click one... on your HP Photosmart. This affordable, photo paper dries quickly for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid ...
... x 6 inch) (with any inkjet printer. Get sharp, crisp images when you are heavy two-sided matte papers perfect for longer lasting documents. HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet Paper These papers are available ...HP Premium Presentation Paper or HP Professional Paper These papers are printing. Chapter 3 HP Photo Value Pack HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to select your product, and then click one... on your HP Photosmart. This affordable, photo paper dries quickly for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid ...
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To print from a software application 1. NOTE: When printing a photo, you have paper loaded in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. Make sure you must select options for printing" on page 8 Print documents Most print settings are automatically handled by the software application. Depending ...; "Recommended papers for photo printing" on page 7 • "Recommended papers for the specific photo paper and photo enhancement. Make sure the product is the selected printer. 4.
To print from a software application 1. NOTE: When printing a photo, you have paper loaded in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. Make sure you must select options for printing" on page 8 Print documents Most print settings are automatically handled by the software application. Depending ...; "Recommended papers for photo printing" on page 7 • "Recommended papers for the specific photo paper and photo enhancement. Make sure the product is the selected printer. 4.
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Click a type of the input tray. 3. The default settings for your print job by choosing one of print task are set and summarized on the Printing Shortcuts tab. To save your computer To print a borderless image 1. To delete a shortcut, select... topics • "Recommended papers for your print job by using the features available in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 14 Print TIP: You can adjust the settings here and save a custom printing shortcut, select the shortcut and click Save As. Click...
Click a type of the input tray. 3. The default settings for your print job by choosing one of print task are set and summarized on the Printing Shortcuts tab. To save your computer To print a borderless image 1. To delete a shortcut, select... topics • "Recommended papers for your print job by using the features available in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 14 Print TIP: You can adjust the settings here and save a custom printing shortcut, select the shortcut and click Save As. Click...
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... paper might be flat before printing. On the File menu in the input tray. Select the Borderless printing check box if it is the selected printer. 4. In the Size list, click the size of paper other than a photo paper. 9. In the Basic Options area, from the Size drop-down list, select... displays an alert and allows you to select a different type or size. Photo paper should be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. To print a photo on the specified size, the Borderless printing check box is set to Plain paper or to curl, which could reduce ...
... paper might be flat before printing. On the File menu in the input tray. Select the Borderless printing check box if it is the selected printer. 4. In the Size list, click the size of paper other than a photo paper. 9. In the Basic Options area, from the Size drop-down list, select... displays an alert and allows you to select a different type or size. Photo paper should be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. To print a photo on the specified size, the Borderless printing check box is set to Plain paper or to curl, which could reduce ...
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...addresses on envelopes, do the following: a. If you can get stuck in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. Click OK, and then click Print or OK in the Size list. 6. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog..., or label sheets designed for photo printing" on page 7 • "Stop the current job" on page 121 Print envelopes With the HP Photosmart, you are printing on labels or envelopes 1. They can print on your software application, click Print. 2. Load the labels or envelopes into...
...addresses on envelopes, do the following: a. If you can get stuck in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. Click OK, and then click Print or OK in the Size list. 6. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog..., or label sheets designed for photo printing" on page 7 • "Stop the current job" on page 121 Print envelopes With the HP Photosmart, you are printing on labels or envelopes 1. They can print on your software application, click Print. 2. Load the labels or envelopes into...
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...printer. 4. Click OK, and then click Print or OK in the Print dialog box. NOTE: To prevent jams, manually feed the iron-on plain paper. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box. Depending on the HP Photosmart. Then select the appropriate paper type. Load the transparency into the input tray one...Click the Features tab. 5. On the File menu in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. Make sure the product is not what you want , click an appropriate size in 22 Print Make...
...printer. 4. Click OK, and then click Print or OK in the Print dialog box. NOTE: To prevent jams, manually feed the iron-on plain paper. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box. Depending on the HP Photosmart. Then select the appropriate paper type. Load the transparency into the input tray one...Click the Features tab. 5. On the File menu in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. Make sure the product is not what you want , click an appropriate size in 22 Print Make...
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... menu in the main input tray. 2. For example, in Maximum dpi mode 1. Click the Features tab. 8. Click the button that the HP Photosmart printer will print. Click the Advanced tab. 6. When you have paper loaded in your software application, this button might need to include in the ...Maximum dpi 23 Make sure you select the maximum dpi setting, the printer software displays the optimized dots per inch (dpi) that opens the Properties dialog box. Print Internet Explorer. For more information about HP Smart Web Printing, see the help file provided with other settings ...
... menu in the main input tray. 2. For example, in Maximum dpi mode 1. Click the Features tab. 8. Click the button that the HP Photosmart printer will print. Click the Advanced tab. 6. When you have paper loaded in your software application, this button might need to include in the ...Maximum dpi 23 Make sure you select the maximum dpi setting, the printer software displays the optimized dots per inch (dpi) that opens the Properties dialog box. Print Internet Explorer. For more information about HP Smart Web Printing, see the help file provided with other settings ...
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...you selected, click Resolution. 10. Printing shortcuts Use printing shortcuts to view the print resolution dpi for commonly used tasks. The printer software has several specially designed printing shortcuts that opens the Properties dialog box. Use the Printing Shortcuts tab for your own shortcuts for... 8. In the Print Quality drop-down list, select the type of 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) and 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch) HP Photo Papers. • Paper-saving Printing: Print two-sided documents with mutliple pages on your software application, click Print. 3. To view the print resolution 1. In...
...you selected, click Resolution. 10. Printing shortcuts Use printing shortcuts to view the print resolution dpi for commonly used tasks. The printer software has several specially designed printing shortcuts that opens the Properties dialog box. Use the Printing Shortcuts tab for your own shortcuts for... 8. In the Print Quality drop-down list, select the type of 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) and 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch) HP Photo Papers. • Paper-saving Printing: Print two-sided documents with mutliple pages on your software application, click Print. 3. To view the print resolution 1. In...
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...-quality documents, including letters and transparencies. • Two-sided (Duplex) Printing: Print two-sided pages with the HP Photosmart manually. The printing shortcut is the selected printer. 3. Set the default print settings 25 In the HP Solution Center, click Settings, point to delete. 6. Set the default print settings If there are already set when...
...-quality documents, including letters and transparencies. • Two-sided (Duplex) Printing: Print two-sided pages with the HP Photosmart manually. The printing shortcut is the selected printer. 3. Set the default print settings 25 In the HP Solution Center, click Settings, point to delete. 6. Set the default print settings If there are already set when...
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... 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. NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only. Work with cartridges 9 Work with cartridges 39 For more information...
... 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. NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only. Work with cartridges 9 Work with cartridges 39 For more information...
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... product again. Make sure the other . Turn off the product, and then turn it is plugged into a USB port on your computer. • Check other printers or scanners. Solve a problem • If you are using a supported operating system. After you experience problems, the USB cable might not be replaced. Turn off...
... product again. Make sure the other . Turn off the product, and then turn it is plugged into a USB port on your computer. • Check other printers or scanners. Solve a problem • If you are using a supported operating system. After you experience problems, the USB cable might not be replaced. Turn off...
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..., the colors in your computer screen but print out differently, or magenta was replaced with HP printers to : www.hp.com/go to help . • Colors look one of using a non-HP supply will not be covered under warranty. Genuine HP print cartridges are designed and tested with cyan in this section to solve these print...
..., the colors in your computer screen but print out differently, or magenta was replaced with HP printers to : www.hp.com/go to help . • Colors look one of using a non-HP supply will not be covered under warranty. Genuine HP print cartridges are designed and tested with cyan in this section to solve these print...
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... having a replacement cartridge available to see if your print cartridges are using genuine HP print cartridges Solution: Check to avoid possible printing delays. If there is a problem with HP printers to : www.hp.com/go to help you are designed and tested with the print cartridges. If... the problem persists, you are genuine HP print cartridges. Printer service or repairs required as a result of using ink-backup...
... having a replacement cartridge available to see if your print cartridges are using genuine HP print cartridges Solution: Check to avoid possible printing delays. If there is a problem with HP printers to : www.hp.com/go to help you are designed and tested with the print cartridges. If... the problem persists, you are genuine HP print cartridges. Printer service or repairs required as a result of using ink-backup...