Setup Guide
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... in the printer 1. HP Photosmart A310 series printer 2. Connect the power cord to the right edge of the printer. 2. Adjust the paper-width guide to fit close to the back of the paper without bending it. Setup Guide HP Photosmart A310 series *Q8471-90952* Q8471-90952 1 Unpack the printer Remove the protective tape from the print cartridge. 2. HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge Note...
... in the printer 1. HP Photosmart A310 series printer 2. Connect the power cord to the right edge of the printer. 2. Adjust the paper-width guide to fit close to the back of the paper without bending it. Setup Guide HP Photosmart A310 series *Q8471-90952* Q8471-90952 1 Unpack the printer Remove the protective tape from the print cartridge. 2. HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge Note...
Setup Guide
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... installing the HP Photosmart software, see the following: HP Photosmart A310 series User Guide Electronic Help and HP Photosmart Software On light www.hp.com/support Print cartridge cradle 2 PictBridge port PictBridge light USB cable 1 You can also call HP support at 1-800-474-6836 (1-800 HP invent). For information on your new printer. 5 Install the print cartridge 1. Push the print cartridge into the...
... installing the HP Photosmart software, see the following: HP Photosmart A310 series User Guide Electronic Help and HP Photosmart Software On light www.hp.com/support Print cartridge cradle 2 PictBridge port PictBridge light USB cable 1 You can also call HP support at 1-800-474-6836 (1-800 HP invent). For information on your new printer. 5 Install the print cartridge 1. Push the print cartridge into the...
User Guide
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Contents 1 Welcome 3 Find more information 3 Printer parts 4 Optional accessories 11 Use the optional battery 12 2 Paper basics 15 Choose and load paper 15 Use HP Advanced Photo Paper 15 Load your paper 15 3 Print basics 19 Print from a PictBridge-certified camera 19 ... from your camera to a computer 25 About the HP Photosmart software suite 26 5 Maintain and transport the printer 27 Replace the print cartridge 27 Clean and maintain the printer 30 Clean the outside of the printer 30 Automatically clean the print cartridge ..........31 Print a test page 32 Manually clean the...
Contents 1 Welcome 3 Find more information 3 Printer parts 4 Optional accessories 11 Use the optional battery 12 2 Paper basics 15 Choose and load paper 15 Use HP Advanced Photo Paper 15 Load your paper 15 3 Print basics 19 Print from a PictBridge-certified camera 19 ... from your camera to a computer 25 About the HP Photosmart software suite 26 5 Maintain and transport the printer 27 Replace the print cartridge 27 Clean and maintain the printer 30 Clean the outside of the printer 30 Automatically clean the print cartridge ..........31 Print a test page 32 Manually clean the...
User Guide
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Align the print cartridge 35 Update the HP Photosmart printer driver software 36 Store the printer and print cartridge 38 Store the printer 38 Store the print cartridge 38 Maintain the quality of photo paper 39 Transport the printer 40 6 Troubleshooting 43 Printer hardware problems 43 Printing...Printer specifications 61 8 HP support 65 Support process 65 HP support by phone 66 Phone support period 66 Placing a call 66 After the phone support period 67 Additional warranty options 67 HP Warranty 68 A Install the software 69 B Indicator lights 71 Index 77 2 HP Photosmart A310...
Align the print cartridge 35 Update the HP Photosmart printer driver software 36 Store the printer and print cartridge 38 Store the printer 38 Store the print cartridge 38 Maintain the quality of photo paper 39 Transport the printer 40 6 Troubleshooting 43 Printer hardware problems 43 Printing...Printer specifications 61 8 HP support 65 Support process 65 HP support by phone 66 Phone support period 66 Placing a call 66 After the phone support period 67 Additional warranty options 67 HP Warranty 68 A Install the software 69 B Indicator lights 71 Index 77 2 HP Photosmart A310...
User Guide
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... resume printing after the error is cleared. 4 Print Cartridge light: Solid red if the print cartridge is turned on ink. For information about the Photo Fix feature, see page 43. 8 HP Photosmart A310 series For troubleshooting information, see page 21. 3 Resume light: Flashing green if the printer is out of paper or if there is on...
... resume printing after the error is cleared. 4 Print Cartridge light: Solid red if the print cartridge is turned on ink. For information about the Photo Fix feature, see page 43. 8 HP Photosmart A310 series For troubleshooting information, see page 21. 3 Resume light: Flashing green if the printer is out of paper or if there is on...
User Guide
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...; Clean and maintain the printer ● Update the HP Photosmart printer driver software ● Store the printer and print cartridge ● Maintain the quality of the printer and printing supplies, and to print black-and-white and color photos. Maintain and transport the printer 27 Replace the print cartridge Use the HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge to ensure that your prints are...
...; Clean and maintain the printer ● Update the HP Photosmart printer driver software ● Store the printer and print cartridge ● Maintain the quality of the printer and printing supplies, and to print black-and-white and color photos. Maintain and transport the printer 27 Replace the print cartridge Use the HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge to ensure that your prints are...
User Guide
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.... Remove the pink tape 28 HP Photosmart A310 series Caution Check that you insert the new print cartridge. 3. When the print cartridge is on the box. Open the print cartridge door of the printer. The Print Cartridge light flashes red. 4. Also, note that results from the cartridge. For best print quality, HP recommends that the printer can print an alignment page...
.... Remove the pink tape 28 HP Photosmart A310 series Caution Check that you insert the new print cartridge. 3. When the print cartridge is on the box. Open the print cartridge door of the printer. The Print Cartridge light flashes red. 4. Also, note that results from the cartridge. For best print quality, HP recommends that the printer can print an alignment page...
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...of the printer To clean the outside of the printer. 30 HP Photosmart A310 series Clean and maintain the printer Keep the printer and print cartridge clean and well maintained using the simple procedures in this section. Turn off the printer, and then disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer 1. ...This may take a few minutes. If an "x" is installed correctly and functioning properly. The check marks verify that the print cartridge is displayed to confirm that...
...of the printer To clean the outside of the printer. 30 HP Photosmart A310 series Clean and maintain the printer Keep the printer and print cartridge clean and well maintained using the simple procedures in this section. Turn off the printer, and then disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer 1. ...This may take a few minutes. If an "x" is installed correctly and functioning properly. The check marks verify that the print cartridge is displayed to confirm that...
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...procedure, you have installed the HP Photosmart software, HP recommends performing the automatic print cartridge cleaning procedure from the interior. To clean the print cartridge 1. Maintain and transport the printer 31 2. Caution Do not use the procedure. Do not clean the cartridge more ink. Note If you... turned on your prints, you notice white lines or single-color streaks on . 2. See the electronic Help for the best results. 3. Automatically clean the print cartridge If you may damage the printer finish. Keep all fluids away from the software because it ...
...procedure, you have installed the HP Photosmart software, HP recommends performing the automatic print cartridge cleaning procedure from the interior. To clean the print cartridge 1. Maintain and transport the printer 31 2. Caution Do not use the procedure. Do not clean the cartridge more ink. Note If you... turned on your prints, you notice white lines or single-color streaks on . 2. See the electronic Help for the best results. 3. Automatically clean the print cartridge If you may damage the printer finish. Keep all fluids away from the software because it ...
User Guide
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... streaks or missing colors, the print cartridge needs to do anything else. If you complete all three levels of the second test page looks good, you do not need to print a test page from the software) 32 HP Photosmart A310 series Note If the cartridge or printer has been recently ...dropped, you are able to do anything else. - If there are no more time. For more information, see white streaks or missing colors in the print cartridge ● Check the condition of the...
... streaks or missing colors, the print cartridge needs to do anything else. If you complete all three levels of the second test page looks good, you do not need to print a test page from the software) 32 HP Photosmart A310 series Note If the cartridge or printer has been recently ...dropped, you are able to do anything else. - If there are no more time. For more information, see white streaks or missing colors in the print cartridge ● Check the condition of the...
User Guide
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... Estimate how full the print cartridge is by determining what percentage of the printer, and from the software. See the electronic Help for help, you may be asked to print the test page. Load paper in the input tray. If you have the HP Photosmart software installed, you can print... page from the software. Make sure the printer is shown between the "E" (empty) and "F" (full). ● Obtain the printer's serial number, and other printer specifications If you contact HP support for instructions on the printed test page, look at the three color bars about halfway down the OK button and...
... Estimate how full the print cartridge is by determining what percentage of the printer, and from the software. See the electronic Help for help, you may be asked to print the test page. Load paper in the input tray. If you have the HP Photosmart software installed, you can print... page from the software. Make sure the printer is shown between the "E" (empty) and "F" (full). ● Obtain the printer's serial number, and other printer specifications If you contact HP support for instructions on the printed test page, look at the three color bars about halfway down the OK button and...
User Guide
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... it on the copper-colored contacts and cause printing problems. To clean the print cartridge contacts 1. Caution Do not touch the ink nozzle plate. Ink nozzles exposed to the print cartridge 2. Manually clean the print cartridge contacts If you use the printer in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 34 HP Photosmart A310 series Cotton swabs or...
... it on the copper-colored contacts and cause printing problems. To clean the print cartridge contacts 1. Caution Do not touch the ink nozzle plate. Ink nozzles exposed to the print cartridge 2. Manually clean the print cartridge contacts If you use the printer in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. 34 HP Photosmart A310 series Cotton swabs or...
User Guide
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... have installed the HP Photosmart software, HP recommends aligning the print cartridge from the software because it is calibrated for instructions. Insert the print cartridge in the input tray. Maintain and transport the printer 35 When the printer finishes aligning the cartridge, it automatically. Align the print cartridge The first time you insert a HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge, the printer aligns it...
... have installed the HP Photosmart software, HP recommends aligning the print cartridge from the software because it is calibrated for instructions. Insert the print cartridge in the input tray. Maintain and transport the printer 35 When the printer finishes aligning the cartridge, it automatically. Align the print cartridge The first time you insert a HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge, the printer aligns it...
User Guide
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Update the HP Photosmart printer driver software Download the latest software update for the printer driver every few months to the left of any of the bars, align the print cartridge again. The check marks verify that the print cartridge is still displayed, replace the print cartridge. - If the "x" is installed correctly and functioning properly. - If an "x" is displayed to ensure you have the latest features and improvements. You can download HP Photosmart software updates by going to www.hp.com/support or by using HP Software Update. 36 HP Photosmart A310 series
Update the HP Photosmart printer driver software Download the latest software update for the printer driver every few months to the left of any of the bars, align the print cartridge again. The check marks verify that the print cartridge is still displayed, replace the print cartridge. - If the "x" is installed correctly and functioning properly. - If an "x" is displayed to ensure you have the latest features and improvements. You can download HP Photosmart software updates by going to www.hp.com/support or by using HP Software Update. 36 HP Photosmart A310 series
User Guide
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.... Store the printer and print cartridge Protect the printer and print cartridge by storing them properly when you store or transport the printer, always leave the active print cartridge inside the printer. Store the print cartridge When you are storing the printer for a long period of direct sunlight in a protective cap during the powerdown cycle. 38 HP Photosmart A310 series Click the...
.... Store the printer and print cartridge Protect the printer and print cartridge by storing them properly when you store or transport the printer, always leave the active print cartridge inside the printer. Store the print cartridge When you are storing the printer for a long period of direct sunlight in a protective cap during the powerdown cycle. 38 HP Photosmart A310 series Click the...
User Guide
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..., close the output tray, and then close the input tray. 4. Transport the printer It is connected to transport and set up the HP Photosmart A310 series printer almost anywhere. This allows the printer to print on the top of the curl until the paper lies flat. Note ... HP Photosmart Carrying Case. For ordering information, see page 15: ● Internal Battery: Power the printer with family and friends. Remove all paper from the HP Web site or your HP dealer. Take it even easier to store the print cartridge properly. 2. Unplug the power cord. 40 HP Photosmart A310 series...
..., close the output tray, and then close the input tray. 4. Transport the printer It is connected to transport and set up the HP Photosmart A310 series printer almost anywhere. This allows the printer to print on the top of the curl until the paper lies flat. Note ... HP Photosmart Carrying Case. For ordering information, see page 15: ● Internal Battery: Power the printer with family and friends. Remove all paper from the HP Web site or your HP dealer. Take it even easier to store the print cartridge properly. 2. Unplug the power cord. 40 HP Photosmart A310 series...
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● Optional printer accessories you plan to use, such as the battery or HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter ● If you are going to connect the printer to a computer, bring the USB cable and HP Photosmart software CD Note If you do not take the documentation with you, be sure to write down the correct print cartridge number or purchase enough HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridges before you go. 42 HP Photosmart A310 series
● Optional printer accessories you plan to use, such as the battery or HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter ● If you are going to connect the printer to a computer, bring the USB cable and HP Photosmart software CD Note If you do not take the documentation with you, be sure to write down the correct print cartridge number or purchase enough HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridges before you go. 42 HP Photosmart A310 series
User Guide
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For paper-loading instructions, see page 15. ● The print cartridge may need to the edge of the printer. See the following section for instructions on and the power cord is securely connected. ● If you are using battery power, make sure the battery ... and that the paper-width guide fits close to be aligned. Reload the paper, making sure that the power is on clearing a paper jam. 50 HP Photosmart A310 series Solution ● The paper may not be loaded correctly.
For paper-loading instructions, see page 15. ● The print cartridge may need to the edge of the printer. See the following section for instructions on and the power cord is securely connected. ● If you are using battery power, make sure the battery ... and that the paper-width guide fits close to be aligned. Reload the paper, making sure that the power is on clearing a paper jam. 50 HP Photosmart A310 series Solution ● The paper may not be loaded correctly.
User Guide
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...paper as far as it detects that the HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge is low on . 52 HP Photosmart A310 series For print cartridge replacement instructions, see page 71. ● You may have begun printing and then cancelled the process. The printer ejects the paper when preparing to be interfering... project. Solution Direct sunlight could be replaced soon. Move the printer out of the automatic paper sensor. The printer also ejects paper if it will need to print. Solution ● Check the Print Cartridge light. Tip If you experience paper jams while printing, try ...
...paper as far as it detects that the HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge is low on . 52 HP Photosmart A310 series For print cartridge replacement instructions, see page 71. ● You may have begun printing and then cancelled the process. The printer ejects the paper when preparing to be interfering... project. Solution Direct sunlight could be replaced soon. Move the printer out of the automatic paper sensor. The printer also ejects paper if it will need to print. Solution ● Check the Print Cartridge light. Tip If you experience paper jams while printing, try ...
User Guide
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...cartridge may need to be cleaned. When I print photos I see page 35. Bluetooth printing problems Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to also read the documentation that came with your HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter and your device with Bluetooth wireless technology. 54 HP Photosmart A310...Photo Fix is on and the HP Real Life Technologies are adjusting for 5-10 minutes after printing. ● The print cartridge may have let photos stack in the output tray or placed them in an album before the colors fully developed. ● You...
...cartridge may need to be cleaned. When I print photos I see page 35. Bluetooth printing problems Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to also read the documentation that came with your HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter and your device with Bluetooth wireless technology. 54 HP Photosmart A310...Photo Fix is on and the HP Real Life Technologies are adjusting for 5-10 minutes after printing. ● The print cartridge may have let photos stack in the output tray or placed them in an album before the colors fully developed. ● You...