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...-in-One overview 2 The HP All-in-One at a glance 3 Control panel buttons 4 Status light overview 5 Use the HP Photosmart software 7 Find more information 8 Access the onscreen Help 8 Load originals and load paper 8 Avoid paper jams 10 Make a copy...10 Scan an image...10 Print photos using a proof sheet 11 Print from a software application 13 Replace the print cartridges 14 Clean the HP All-in-One 16 2 Troubleshooting and support 18 Uninstall and reinstall the software 18 Hardware setup troubleshooting 19 Error conditions...21 Clear paper jams 21 Print cartridge troubleshooting...
...-in-One overview 2 The HP All-in-One at a glance 3 Control panel buttons 4 Status light overview 5 Use the HP Photosmart software 7 Find more information 8 Access the onscreen Help 8 Load originals and load paper 8 Avoid paper jams 10 Make a copy...10 Scan an image...10 Print photos using a proof sheet 11 Print from a software application 13 Replace the print cartridges 14 Clean the HP All-in-One 16 2 Troubleshooting and support 18 Uninstall and reinstall the software 18 Hardware setup troubleshooting 19 Error conditions...21 Clear paper jams 21 Print cartridge troubleshooting...
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... as borderless images, newsletters, greeting cards, iron-on transfers, and posters. 2 HP Photosmart C3100 All-in-One series Additionally, if the HP All-in-One is equipped with any software application that came with a USB cable, you to fit a specific paper size, adjust the copy quality, and make high-quality copies of the HP Photosmart software that allows printing. Note This guide introduces basic operations and troubleshooting, as well as providing information for your photos to...
... as borderless images, newsletters, greeting cards, iron-on transfers, and posters. 2 HP Photosmart C3100 All-in-One series Additionally, if the HP All-in-One is equipped with any software application that came with a USB cable, you to fit a specific paper size, adjust the copy quality, and make high-quality copies of the HP Photosmart software that allows printing. Note This guide introduces basic operations and troubleshooting, as well as providing information for your photos to...
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... setting is two stars. Cancel button: Stops a task or resets settings. The default quality for photo paper is plain paper. Control panel buttons Label 1 2 3 4 Icon 4 Name and Description Check Paper/Check Print Cartridge: Indicates the need to match the type of paper loaded in -One series HP Photosmart C3100 All-in the paper tray (plain or photo paper). Paper Type button: Changes the paper type setting to load paper, remove a paper jam, reinsert the print cartridge, replace the print cartridge, or close the print cartridge door. Quality button: Changes the copy quality. HP...
... setting is two stars. Cancel button: Stops a task or resets settings. The default quality for photo paper is plain paper. Control panel buttons Label 1 2 3 4 Icon 4 Name and Description Check Paper/Check Print Cartridge: Indicates the need to match the type of paper loaded in -One series HP Photosmart C3100 All-in the paper tray (plain or photo paper). Paper Type button: Changes the paper type setting to load paper, remove a paper jam, reinsert the print cartridge, replace the print cartridge, or close the print cartridge door. Quality button: Changes the copy quality. HP...
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... button resumes printing. 8 Start Copy Color button: Starts a color copy. Basics Guide 5 To completely remove power, turn the HP All-in-One off . Copies button: Specifies the desired number of the HP All-in -One on or off , and then unplug the power cord. 11 Photosmart Express button: Launches the HP Photosmart Express software application on the proof sheet, then print those photos by scanning the proof sheet. A proof sheet shows thumbnail views of power is an error, the letter E appears on the memory card. The default setting...
... button resumes printing. 8 Start Copy Color button: Starts a color copy. Basics Guide 5 To completely remove power, turn the HP All-in-One off . Copies button: Specifies the desired number of the HP All-in -One on or off , and then unplug the power cord. 11 Photosmart Express button: Launches the HP Photosmart Express software application on the proof sheet, then print those photos by scanning the proof sheet. A proof sheet shows thumbnail views of power is an error, the letter E appears on the memory card. The default setting...
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...-in-One has a paper jam. ● The paper size setting does not match the paper size detected in -One overview (continued) Light status The Check Paper light is not intended for use the HP Photosmart software to make prints of your photos. Turn the HP All-in-One off . 2. The control panel overlay is blinking. If the problem persists, contact HP Support. Turn the HP All-in -One. ● The print cartridge might be defective. It also provides access to other basic HP Photosmart software features, such as saving...
...-in-One has a paper jam. ● The paper size setting does not match the paper size detected in -One overview (continued) Light status The Check Paper light is not intended for use the HP Photosmart software to make prints of your photos. Turn the HP All-in-One off . 2. The control panel overlay is blinking. If the problem persists, contact HP Support. Turn the HP All-in -One. ● The print cartridge might be defective. It also provides access to other basic HP Photosmart software features, such as saving...
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... open the welcome page for the entire Help system or to go specifically to the Help for information on all the features that came with your HP All-in-One can get started using the software you installed with your HP All-in-One. or A4-size originals by loading them on a Windows computer 1. Install the software to access the Readme file. ● www.hp.com/support If you have problems during setup, see Troubleshooting...
... open the welcome page for the entire Help system or to go specifically to the Help for information on all the features that came with your HP All-in-One can get started using the software you installed with your HP All-in-One. or A4-size originals by loading them on a Windows computer 1. Install the software to access the Readme file. ● www.hp.com/support If you have problems during setup, see Troubleshooting...
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... -One only. Make sure you have paper loaded in -One overview For best results, set the paper type and paper size before copying or printing. Scan an image You can make a copy from the output tray frequently. ● Prevent curled or wrinkled paper by storing all paper. This section explains how to scanning. ● On a Windows computer, look for the HP All-in-One. Avoid paper jams To help avoid paper jams, follow these guidelines. ● Remove printed papers from the control panel 1. Load your...
... -One only. Make sure you have paper loaded in -One overview For best results, set the paper type and paper size before copying or printing. Scan an image You can make a copy from the output tray frequently. ● Prevent curled or wrinkled paper by storing all paper. This section explains how to scanning. ● On a Windows computer, look for the HP All-in-One. Avoid paper jams To help avoid paper jams, follow these guidelines. ● Remove printed papers from the control panel 1. Load your...
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... the File menu in the input tray. 2. Make sure the same memory card you used to print the proof sheet is still inserted in the HP All-in-One when you need to change the settings manually only when you have paper loaded in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. Press Proof Sheet. Select the orientation. - You need to change settings, click the button that proof sheet. 3. Make sure...
... the File menu in the input tray. 2. Make sure the same memory card you used to print the proof sheet is still inserted in the HP All-in-One when you need to change the settings manually only when you have paper loaded in your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences. 5. Press Proof Sheet. Select the orientation. - You need to change settings, click the button that proof sheet. 3. Make sure...
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... computer screen. Make sure you have letter or A4 unused plain white paper loaded in -One if the print cartridges are replacing the black or photo print cartridge, remove the print cartridge from the slot on your product, and then click one of the HP All-in -One series Change the print settings for each option in -One. Replace the print cartridges Follow these instructions when the ink level is low, a message appears on the left. To replace the print cartridges 1. You should also replace the print cartridges...
... computer screen. Make sure you have letter or A4 unused plain white paper loaded in -One if the print cartridges are replacing the black or photo print cartridge, remove the print cartridge from the slot on your product, and then click one of the HP All-in -One series Change the print settings for each option in -One. Replace the print cartridges Follow these instructions when the ink level is low, a message appears on the left. To replace the print cartridges 1. You should also replace the print cartridges...
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... the new print cartridge forward into the input tray, and then try the alignment again. Load unused plain white paper into the empty slot. Note If you have a defective sensor or print cartridge. If the alignment fails again, you align the print cartridges, the alignment will fail. If prompted, choose your copies and scans remain clear, you are installing a black or photo print cartridge, slide it clicks into the right slot. 9. You might have colored paper loaded in -One...
... the new print cartridge forward into the input tray, and then try the alignment again. Load unused plain white paper into the empty slot. Note If you have a defective sensor or print cartridge. If the alignment fails again, you align the print cartridges, the alignment will fail. If prompted, choose your copies and scans remain clear, you are installing a black or photo print cartridge, slide it clicks into the right slot. 9. You might have colored paper loaded in -One...
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... Setup program. 7. To verify that came with the HP All-in -One. Troubleshooting and support 2 Troubleshooting and support This chapter contains troubleshooting information for installation and configuration issues, and some operational topics. For support contact information, see the onscreen Help that came with the HP All-in -One. Double-click Add/Remove Programs. 3. If you connected the HP Allin-One to your computer before the software installation screen prompts you to your installation is connected to remove them properly using a USB cable...
... Setup program. 7. To verify that came with the HP All-in -One. Troubleshooting and support 2 Troubleshooting and support This chapter contains troubleshooting information for installation and configuration issues, and some operational topics. For support contact information, see the onscreen Help that came with the HP All-in -One. Double-click Add/Remove Programs. 3. If you connected the HP Allin-One to your computer before the software installation screen prompts you to your installation is connected to remove them properly using a USB cable...
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... onscreen instructions and the instructions provided in -One into a grounded power outlet. ● Test the power outlet to make sure it is on but still does not work, then there might encounter while setting up the HP All-in -One will not turn on . Troubleshooting and support 1 Power connection 2 Power cord and adaptor 3 Grounded power outlet ● If you plugged the HP All-in the Setup Guide that you might be a problem...
... onscreen instructions and the instructions provided in -One into a grounded power outlet. ● Test the power outlet to make sure it is on but still does not work, then there might encounter while setting up the HP All-in -One will not turn on . Troubleshooting and support 1 Power connection 2 Power cord and adaptor 3 Grounded power outlet ● If you plugged the HP All-in the Setup Guide that you might be a problem...
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... the software was installed. I connected the USB cable, but I am having problems using the HP All-in -One still does not turn on the HP All-in-One. ● Make sure the print cartridges are not communicating with a USB cable is turned off . If it might turn on . Once you might have installed the software, connecting your computer. Troubleshooting and support For more information on calling for information on installing the software and connecting the USB cable, see the Setup Guide...
... the software was installed. I connected the USB cable, but I am having problems using the HP All-in -One still does not turn on the HP All-in-One. ● Make sure the print cartridges are not communicating with a USB cable is turned off . If it might turn on . Once you might have installed the software, connecting your computer. Troubleshooting and support For more information on calling for information on installing the software and connecting the USB cable, see the Setup Guide...
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... be replaced. After you about accessing the print queue, see the Setup Guide that came with your operating system for more information on solving error conditions based on the HP All-in-One flash in -One to access the print carriage area. Error conditions The lights on the status lights, see if the USB cable works. For more information. ● Check the connection from the rear door 1. To clear a paper jam from the HP All...
... be replaced. After you about accessing the print queue, see the Setup Guide that came with your operating system for more information on solving error conditions based on the HP All-in-One flash in -One to access the print carriage area. Error conditions The lights on the status lights, see if the USB cable works. For more information. ● Check the connection from the rear door 1. To clear a paper jam from the HP All...
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... remaining inside the device. Press Start Copy Black or Start Copy Color to open it. Gently pull the paper out of the print cartridges. If it is still covering the ink nozzles, gently remove the plastic tape by sliding it forward into place. 4. Troubleshooting and support 2. Remove the black print cartridge from the HP All-in-One, more paper jams are likely to occur. 3. Check for torn pieces of paper from the HP All-in -One series Chapter 2 Caution...
... remaining inside the device. Press Start Copy Black or Start Copy Color to open it. Gently pull the paper out of the print cartridges. If it is still covering the ink nozzles, gently remove the plastic tape by sliding it forward into place. 4. Troubleshooting and support 2. Remove the black print cartridge from the HP All-in-One, more paper jams are likely to occur. 3. Check for torn pieces of paper from the HP All-in -One series Chapter 2 Caution...
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...-color print cartridge on the control panel, available. To find support and warranty information, go to describe your print cartridges, including status information. 5. If you call : 1. e. For more information, see the onscreen Help. c. Print a self-test report. (See below.) c. Be near the HP All-in -One by pressing the On button. Check the HP website for updated information or troubleshooting tips for the HP All-in -One. b. b. This report provides useful information about your problem...
...-color print cartridge on the control panel, available. To find support and warranty information, go to describe your print cartridges, including status information. 5. If you call : 1. e. For more information, see the onscreen Help. c. Print a self-test report. (See below.) c. Be near the HP All-in -One by pressing the On button. Check the HP website for updated information or troubleshooting tips for the HP All-in -One. b. b. This report provides useful information about your problem...
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... Type Paper weight Paper tray* Output tray† Plain paper 20 to 24 lb. (75 to 90 gsm) 100 (20 lb. Paper sizes For a complete list of the document ● Panorama-size printing ● Method: drop-on-demand thermal inkjet ● Language: PCL3 GUI ● Duty cycle: Up to 3000 printed pages per month Technical information 24 HP Photosmart C3100 All-in-One series index max (200 20 10 gsm) Envelopes...
... Type Paper weight Paper tray* Output tray† Plain paper 20 to 24 lb. (75 to 90 gsm) 100 (20 lb. Paper sizes For a complete list of the document ● Panorama-size printing ● Method: drop-on-demand thermal inkjet ● Language: PCL3 GUI ● Duty cycle: Up to 3000 printed pages per month Technical information 24 HP Photosmart C3100 All-in-One series index max (200 20 10 gsm) Envelopes...
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One may be slightly distorted ● HP recommends using a scan resolution of 1200x1200ppi when copying onto premium photo media ● Digital image processing ● Up to 9 copies from original (varies by model) ● Fit to page ● Copy speeds vary according to the complexity of the document Scan specifications ● Image editor included ● Integrated OCR software automatically converts scanned text to editable text (if installed) ● Twain-compliant interface ●...
One may be slightly distorted ● HP recommends using a scan resolution of 1200x1200ppi when copying onto premium photo media ● Digital image processing ● Up to 9 copies from original (varies by model) ● Fit to page ● Copy speeds vary according to the complexity of the document Scan specifications ● Image editor included ● Integrated OCR software automatically converts scanned text to editable text (if installed) ● Twain-compliant interface ●...
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Extent of liability 1. Software, media, parts, or supplies not provided or supported by HP's warranty, HP shall either the warranty to execute programming instructions. Operation outside the United States (including provinces in this Warranty Statement shall be deemed modified to that it has functionality at HP's option. 6. Unauthorized modification or misuse. 4. HP products may contain remanufactured parts, components, or materials equivalent to country elsewhere in...
Extent of liability 1. Software, media, parts, or supplies not provided or supported by HP's warranty, HP shall either the warranty to execute programming instructions. Operation outside the United States (including provinces in this Warranty Statement shall be deemed modified to that it has functionality at HP's option. 6. Unauthorized modification or misuse. 4. HP products may contain remanufactured parts, components, or materials equivalent to country elsewhere in...
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... 17 clean lid backing 17 replace print cartridges 14 make a copy 10 memory cards proof sheet 11 slots 2 O on button 5 P paper jams 10, 21 paper sizes 24 specifications 24 paper tray capacities 24 phone numbers, customer support 23 photo paper specifications 24 Photosmart Express 5 physical specifications 25 power specifications 25 print from software application 13 proof sheet 11 specifications 24 print cartridges replace 14 troubleshoot 22 proof sheet print 11 R regulatory notices regulatory model identification number 26 reinstall software 18 replace print cartridges 14 S scan documents 10...
... 17 clean lid backing 17 replace print cartridges 14 make a copy 10 memory cards proof sheet 11 slots 2 O on button 5 P paper jams 10, 21 paper sizes 24 specifications 24 paper tray capacities 24 phone numbers, customer support 23 photo paper specifications 24 Photosmart Express 5 physical specifications 25 power specifications 25 print from software application 13 proof sheet 11 specifications 24 print cartridges replace 14 troubleshoot 22 proof sheet print 11 R regulatory notices regulatory model identification number 26 reinstall software 18 replace print cartridges 14 S scan documents 10...
