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Question posted by Jyeral on December 4th, 2013

Is There Anyway To Reset Ink Levels On Hp C4780 Printer

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Answer #1: Posted by DreadPirateRoberts on January 24th, 2014 11:22 AM

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How to check ink levels

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How to Reset the Ink Levels on an HP Printer

Sometimes when you have refilled your ink cartridge, your printer still reports your ink levels as low. This can be an annoying occurrence, but there is a way around it. Below is a guide to getting your computerto acknowledge that there is a new ink cartridge.

Turn your printer on and take out the cartridges.
Take a piece of tape and cover contact #1 left hand side
Put the cartridge back into the printer. It will print out an alignment page.
Take the cartridge out and put tape over contact #2 right hand side.
Remove all the tape and put the cartridge back into the printer. The ink levels should

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Reference Guide - Page 1

...* XXXXX-XXXXX Black Cartridge XXX Tri-color Cartridge XXX Animations will guide you through the printer setup during the software installation. Do NOT connect the USB cable until prompted by the software! 2 Set up the printer, including how to use the Easy One Button wireless setup. English HP Photosmart C4700 series 1 Unpack Important! Note: Be...

User Guide - Page 3

...Help 3 2 Finish setting up the HP Photosmart Add the HP Photosmart to a network 5 Set up a USB connection ...10 3 Get to know the HP Photosmart Printer parts ...11 Control panel features ......Work with cartridges Check the estimated ink levels 47 Replace the cartridges ...48 Order ink supplies ...50 Cartridge warranty information 51 12 Solve a problem HP support ...53 Setup troubleshooting ...54...

User Guide - Page 13

3 Get to know the HP Photosmart • Printer parts • Control panel features Printer parts Figure 3-1 Printer parts 1 Color graphics display (also referred to as the display) 2 Control panel 3 On button 4 Photo light 5 Memory card slot for ... Rear door 16 Rear USB port 17 Power connection (Use only with the power adapter supplied by HP.) Get to know the HP Photosmart 11 Get to know the...

User Guide - Page 17

...inkjet printer. To order HP papers and other supplies, go to save you use this time, some of project you want the best print quality, HP...country/region, follow the prompts to work together so your HP Photosmart. NOTE: At this paper with your photos are specifically ...photo. Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo Paper have a look and feel comparable to share. HP Advanced Photo Paper...

User Guide - Page 18

...inch), and two finishes - HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet Paper These papers are glossy-coated or matte-coated on your HP Photosmart. HP Iron-On Transfers HP Iron-on Transfers (for color fabrics or for light or white... matte papers perfect for presentation, proposals, reports, and newsletters. Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo Paper have a look and feel comparable to save you time...

User Guide - Page 31

Make sure you have selected the correct printer. 4. If your Web browser on the HP Photosmart. Click the button that you want it printed. Depending on the... make notations on your Web browser, click Print. Ink dries slower on film than on screen, Only the selected frame, and Print all linked documents. 5. You can access HP Smart Web Printing from your Web browser supports it...

User Guide - Page 32

...HP Photosmart printer will print based on the following paper-types only: • HP Premium Plus Photo Paper • HP Premium Photo Paper • HP Advanced Photo Paper • Photo Hagaki cards Printing in the printer...set your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. Print 30 Print Print using Maximum dpi Use ...

User Guide - Page 49

... dialog box, click the Features tab, and then click the Printer Services button. 11 Work with cartridges 47 NOTE: If you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace a cartridge. To check the ink levels from the HP Photosmart Software 1. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings, point to replace the cartridges until...

User Guide - Page 52

... installed. Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of plastic tape has been removed from each print cartridge. NOTE: When the HP Photosmart operates in the product, verify that the...

User Guide - Page 62

...; Check product • Check the print settings • Reset the product • Contact HP support for service Check cartridges Follow these steps. • Step 1: Make sure you are using genuine HP print cartridges • Step 2: Check the ink levels Step 1: Make sure you are using genuine HP print cartridges Solution: Check to see if your print...

User Guide - Page 63

...: HP recommends that you are printing on page 18 Print troubleshooting 61 Step 2: Check the ink levels Solution: Check the estimated ink levels in the paper tray. NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for the product. You do not allow printed photos to stack up in the paper tray. Cause: The paper type was loaded. Printer...

User Guide - Page 64

... self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. Click the Device Services tab. 5. NOTE: If you align the print cartridges, the alignment will fail. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings. 62 Solve a problem In the HP Solution Center, click Settings. 3. The Printer Toolbox appears. 4. The product prints a print cartridge alignment sheet. 7. When...

User Guide - Page 65

... are three stages of ink. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box. Cause: The print cartridges needed to modify the appearance of colors. • Check the...• Check the print settings to see if advanced color settings such as HP Advanced Photo Paper is set to be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. There are satisfied with the quality...

User Guide - Page 79

...: Transparencies and some other media require a drying time that has been used genuine HP cartridge installed • Original HP ink has been depleted • General printer error Low on a flat surface to replace the print cartridges until it on ink Solution: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only. Paper upside down Solution: Load...

User Guide - Page 80

... replaced soon. The product prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the printer. 2. To find support and warranty information, go to scan the page. If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for information on the right front corner of paper is complete and the page can...

User Guide - Page 84

... Solution 1: Insert the print cartridges Solution: One or both of the product. 82 Solve a problem Solutions are fully inserted and locked in order, with HP printers to resolve the issue. If the first solution does not solve the problem, continue trying the remaining solutions until the print carriage is missing. To ...

User Guide - Page 85

... firmly until it . 6. Hold the print cartridge with the HP logo on the print cartridge to dry for approximately ten minutes. 1 Copper-colored contacts 2 Ink nozzles (do not clean) 8. Make sure you out of the slot. Do not leave a print cartridge outside the HP Photosmart for ink and debris buildup. 5. Hold the print cartridge by its...

User Guide - Page 92

Do not leave a print cartridge outside the HP Photosmart for ink and debris buildup. 5. Allow the print cartridges to release it, and...cartridge contacts for more than 30 minutes. 4. Hold the print cartridge with the HP logo on the print cartridge to dry for approximately ten minutes. 1 Copper-colored contacts 2 Ink nozzles (do not clean) 8. Lightly press down on top, and insert the ...

User Guide - Page 103

... in some other product. NOTE: Ink levels might not be covered under warranty. Solve a problem HP recommends that you use genuine HP print cartridges. General printer error Solution: Write down the error code provided in the message, and then contact HP support. Cause: The genuine HP ink cartridge was a problem with genuine HP cartridges. Printer service or repairs required as...

User Guide - Page 119

... firmware revision mismatch 70 fit to page fails 67 I improper shutdown 70 ink drying time 77 low 77 ink cartridges HP ink depleted 101 ink-backup mode 50 interface card 5, 6 invalid file name 73 L labels ... low on ink 77 missing 87 non-HP ink 81 previously used 100 print settings print quality 64 printer found screen, Windows 10 printer sharing usb 10 Windows 10 printing with one ink cartridge 50 ...