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... Help 3 2 How do I?...5 3 Finish setting up the HP Photosmart Add the HP Photosmart to a network 7 Set up the HP Photosmart for faxing 16 4 Get to know the HP Photosmart Printer parts...37 Control panel features...40 Display icons...41 HP Apps Manager...42 6 Print Print documents...51 Print photos...52...your computer 95 Back up photos from a memory card to a USB storage device 96 11 Work with cartridges Check the estimated ink levels 99 Order ink supplies...100 Replace the cartridges...100 Cartridge warranty information 102 Print and evaluate a print quality report 103 12 Solve a problem...
... Help 3 2 How do I?...5 3 Finish setting up the HP Photosmart Add the HP Photosmart to a network 7 Set up the HP Photosmart for faxing 16 4 Get to know the HP Photosmart Printer parts...37 Control panel features...40 Display icons...41 HP Apps Manager...42 6 Print Print documents...51 Print photos...52...your computer 95 Back up photos from a memory card to a USB storage device 96 11 Work with cartridges Check the estimated ink levels 99 Order ink supplies...100 Replace the cartridges...100 Cartridge warranty information 102 Print and evaluate a print quality report 103 12 Solve a problem...
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...the presence of the ink cartridges are currently selected, the product prints the photo currently showing on your scan. 21 Print Photos: Prints the photos selected on the display. 22 Cancel: Stops the current operation. 23 Help: Provides help about the HP Photosmart. Display icons ... connection. You should replace the ink cartridge when the print quality is inserted. Shows that the ink level in all the ink cartridges is set up to receive faxes automatically. This icon might appear if an ink cartridge contains non-HP ink. Indicates that the HP Photosmart is 50% or more...
...the presence of the ink cartridges are currently selected, the product prints the photo currently showing on your scan. 21 Print Photos: Prints the photos selected on the display. 22 Cancel: Stops the current operation. 23 Help: Provides help about the HP Photosmart. Display icons ... connection. You should replace the ink cartridge when the print quality is inserted. Shows that the ink level in all the ink cartridges is set up to receive faxes automatically. This icon might appear if an ink cartridge contains non-HP ink. Indicates that the HP Photosmart is 50% or more...
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...Load media • Information on paper Recommended papers for easy handling without tabs), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes - HP Advanced Photo Paper This thick photo paper features an instant-dry finish for photo printing If you are long lasting and vivid, print after print...it is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without tabs). Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo Paper have a look and feel comparable to a store-processed photo. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to save you use...
...Load media • Information on paper Recommended papers for easy handling without tabs), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes - HP Advanced Photo Paper This thick photo paper features an instant-dry finish for photo printing If you are long lasting and vivid, print after print...it is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without tabs). Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo Paper have a look and feel comparable to a store-processed photo. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to save you use...
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...-on the page. Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo Paper have been designed to work together so your color presentations vivid and even more impressive. Great for papers with the ColorLok logo ... Inkjet Transparency Film makes your photos are independently tested to share. This film is easy to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. HP Photo Value Pack HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to select your digital photos. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to save...
...-on the page. Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo Paper have been designed to work together so your color presentations vivid and even more impressive. Great for papers with the ColorLok logo ... Inkjet Transparency Film makes your photos are independently tested to share. This film is easy to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. HP Photo Value Pack HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to select your digital photos. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to save...
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...ink levels of different ways, including in the initialization process, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. To check the ink... levels from the cartridges is unacceptable. Work with cartridges Work with cartridges • Check the estimated ink levels • Order ink... the ink level indicator might need to determine how soon you might be inaccurate or unavailable. NOTE: Ink level ...you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to highlight Display Estimated Ink Levels, and then press...
...ink levels of different ways, including in the initialization process, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. To check the ink... levels from the cartridges is unacceptable. Work with cartridges Work with cartridges • Check the estimated ink levels • Order ink... the ink level indicator might need to determine how soon you might be inaccurate or unavailable. NOTE: Ink level ...you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to highlight Display Estimated Ink Levels, and then press...
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... product, order supplies online, or create a printable shopping list, open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software ▲ In the HP Solution Center, click the Estimated Ink Levels icon. Replace the cartridges To replace the cartridges 1. Open the cartridge access door by visiting www....hp.com/buy/ supplies. Cartridge information and links to the Tools menu. To check the ink levels from the Print Properties dialog box. Press any button to return to online shopping also...
... product, order supplies online, or create a printable shopping list, open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software ▲ In the HP Solution Center, click the Estimated Ink Levels icon. Replace the cartridges To replace the cartridges 1. Open the cartridge access door by visiting www....hp.com/buy/ supplies. Cartridge information and links to the Tools menu. To check the ink levels from the Print Properties dialog box. Press any button to return to online shopping also...
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... applicable when the product is not depleted and the end of warranty date, in its designated HP printing device. During the warranty period the product is covered as long as the HP ink is used in YYYY/ MM format, may be found on the product as indicated: Work... with cartridges 102 Work with . d. The end of warranty date has not been reached. Chapter 11 c. This warranty does not cover HP ink products that have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with cartridges Match color icons, then slide cartridge into slot until it clicks into...
... applicable when the product is not depleted and the end of warranty date, in its designated HP printing device. During the warranty period the product is covered as long as the HP ink is used in YYYY/ MM format, may be found on the product as indicated: Work... with cartridges 102 Work with . d. The end of warranty date has not been reached. Chapter 11 c. This warranty does not cover HP ink products that have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with cartridges Match color icons, then slide cartridge into slot until it clicks into...
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...of your prints, you find the print quality unacceptable, consider replacing that ink cartridge. NOTE: If the print quality report is working properly. Check the ink levels shown on the page. For a copy of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the printed documentation that came with the printing ...system in the HP Photosmart. You might be using the wrong software settings or printing ...
...of your prints, you find the print quality unacceptable, consider replacing that ink cartridge. NOTE: If the print quality report is working properly. Check the ink levels shown on the page. For a copy of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the printed documentation that came with the printing ...system in the HP Photosmart. You might be using the wrong software settings or printing ...
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...edges, and extend with cartridges irregularly streaked or faded bar (top bar) Figure 11-3 Color bars - When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace the ink cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable. 2. expected result 1 Black cartridge 2 Cyan cartridge 3 Magenta cartridge 4 Yellow cartridge 5 Photo ...(yellow bar contains magenta streaks) 104 Work with cartridges Work with uniform color all the way across the page. Chapter 11 NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only.
...edges, and extend with cartridges irregularly streaked or faded bar (top bar) Figure 11-3 Color bars - When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace the ink cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable. 2. expected result 1 Black cartridge 2 Cyan cartridge 3 Magenta cartridge 4 Yellow cartridge 5 Photo ...(yellow bar contains magenta streaks) 104 Work with cartridges Work with uniform color all the way across the page. Chapter 11 NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only.
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..., refer to the streaked bar. jagged text • If the text is jagged, align the printer, and then print this print quality issue, contact HP support for the PHA TTOE line below the color bars. NOTE: If cleaning the printhead does not solve this diagnostic page again. The type should... be sharp and clear. ◦ Check the estimated ink levels in a day or so. expected result • If the type is uneven and ragged at the large text above the alignment pattern. uneven...
..., refer to the streaked bar. jagged text • If the text is jagged, align the printer, and then print this print quality issue, contact HP support for the PHA TTOE line below the color bars. NOTE: If cleaning the printhead does not solve this diagnostic page again. The type should... be sharp and clear. ◦ Check the estimated ink levels in a day or so. expected result • If the type is uneven and ragged at the large text above the alignment pattern. uneven...
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... the remaining solutions until the issue is resolved. • Solution 1: Press the On button to turn on the product. Cause: The product might not have ink • Solution 5: Load paper in order, with the product. Solution 2: Set your product as the default printer Solution: Use the system tools on your computer...
... the remaining solutions until the issue is resolved. • Solution 1: Press the On button to turn on the product. Cause: The product might not have ink • Solution 5: Load paper in order, with the product. Solution 2: Set your product as the default printer Solution: Use the system tools on your computer...
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Cause: The product and computer were not communicating with cartridges Cause: There might have ink. Solution 4: Check that the cartridges are installed properly and have ink Solution: Check that the cartridges are showing in the input tray. For more information, see: Load media Cause: The product might have been a problem with ...
Cause: The product and computer were not communicating with cartridges Cause: There might have ink. Solution 4: Check that the cartridges are installed properly and have ink Solution: Check that the cartridges are showing in the input tray. For more information, see: Load media Cause: The product might have been a problem with ...
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Solve a problem Chapter 12 To improve print quality 1. Printer service or repairs required as Best or Maximum dpi. 5. Genuine HP ink cartridges are using the correct paper type for your print job. Check to help you are designed and tested with a high print ... Photo Paper. 4. Always make sure they are printing on the top of using genuine HP cartridges. Check the ink cartridges to make sure the paper you are installed properly, see Check the estimated ink levels. 3. Make sure you are installed properly. The orange tab should be covered under warranty. To ...
Solve a problem Chapter 12 To improve print quality 1. Printer service or repairs required as Best or Maximum dpi. 5. Genuine HP ink cartridges are using the correct paper type for your print job. Check to help you are designed and tested with a high print ... Photo Paper. 4. Always make sure they are printing on the top of using genuine HP cartridges. Check the ink cartridges to make sure the paper you are installed properly, see Check the estimated ink levels. 3. Make sure you are installed properly. The orange tab should be covered under warranty. To ...
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... cartridge available to diagnose print quality issues. 7. d. To evaluate the print quality report a. Look at the color bars in the middle of ink. expected result 1 Black cartridge 2 Cyan cartridge 3 Magenta cartridge 4 Yellow cartridge 5 Photo cartridge Improve print quality 121 You do not need to...the print quality report for planning purposes only. Print quality typically deteriorates as streaked or faded color bars or ragged text. NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for defects such as cartridges run out of the page. b. The bars should be solid, ...
... cartridge available to diagnose print quality issues. 7. d. To evaluate the print quality report a. Look at the color bars in the middle of ink. expected result 1 Black cartridge 2 Cyan cartridge 3 Magenta cartridge 4 Yellow cartridge 5 Photo cartridge Improve print quality 121 You do not need to...the print quality report for planning purposes only. Print quality typically deteriorates as streaked or faded color bars or ragged text. NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for defects such as cartridges run out of the page. b. The bars should be solid, ...
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...color mixing (yellow bar contains magenta streaks) ◦ Check the estimated ink levels in the cartridges. ◦ Check if the cartridge corresponding to... not help, clean the printhead. NOTE: If replacing the cartridge does not solve this print quality issue, contact HP support for service. 122 Solve a problem If the line reads 0, align the printer. ◦ If the ... refer to the streaked bar. NOTE: If cleaning the printhead does not solve this print quality issue, contact HP support for service. • If any of the color bars are properly installed. ◦ Clean the printhead,...
...color mixing (yellow bar contains magenta streaks) ◦ Check the estimated ink levels in the cartridges. ◦ Check if the cartridge corresponding to... not help, clean the printhead. NOTE: If replacing the cartridge does not solve this print quality issue, contact HP support for service. 122 Solve a problem If the line reads 0, align the printer. ◦ If the ... refer to the streaked bar. NOTE: If cleaning the printhead does not solve this print quality issue, contact HP support for service. • If any of the color bars are properly installed. ◦ Clean the printhead,...
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... this diagnostic page again. streaks or smears d. expected result If the lines are jagged, align the printer, and then print this diagnostic page again. uneven ink distribution • If the text is smeared, check if the paper is uneven and ragged at one end, clean the printhead, and then print this...
... this diagnostic page again. streaks or smears d. expected result If the lines are jagged, align the printer, and then print this diagnostic page again. uneven ink distribution • If the text is smeared, check if the paper is uneven and ragged at one end, clean the printhead, and then print this...
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...streaking, fading, or ragged text on the print quality report. d. Figure 12-10 Sample text area - Clean the ink cartridges if you complete both stages of ink. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings. c. Look at one sheet of paper, and uses an increasing amount of cleaning, try ... servicing routines may solve the problem in a day or so. 124 Solve a problem If print quality still seems poor after cleaning and aligning, contact HP support. 9. The printer prints a test page, aligns the printhead, and calibrates the printer. 10. b. c. Click Clean the printhead. If the ...
...streaking, fading, or ragged text on the print quality report. d. Figure 12-10 Sample text area - Clean the ink cartridges if you complete both stages of ink. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings. c. Look at one sheet of paper, and uses an increasing amount of cleaning, try ... servicing routines may solve the problem in a day or so. 124 Solve a problem If print quality still seems poor after cleaning and aligning, contact HP support. 9. The printer prints a test page, aligns the printhead, and calibrates the printer. 10. b. c. Click Clean the printhead. If the ...
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... paper tray. Therefore, you are running into each other. If you do not exceed the printable area of photo prints, print the photo with the ink cartridges and ink system. For information on the print quality report, then there is nothing wrong with a high print quality setting, such as... HP Advanced Photo Paper is too low, it can also try to rotate the photo 180 degrees in this helps. Try using the maximum dpi. • ...
... paper tray. Therefore, you are running into each other. If you do not exceed the printable area of photo prints, print the photo with the ink cartridges and ink system. For information on the print quality report, then there is nothing wrong with a high print quality setting, such as... HP Advanced Photo Paper is too low, it can also try to rotate the photo 180 degrees in this helps. Try using the maximum dpi. • ...
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... flaps facing up and to a color on calling for technical support. If that you might need to determine which ink cartridge is the problem cartridge. Contact HP support for information on the print quality page. Solutions are not printing as expected • A blank page came out...not resolve the problem, try to replace the printhead or service the printer. If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for service. Print troubleshooting Use this section to solve these printing problems: • Envelopes print incorrectly • The product prints meaningless ...
... flaps facing up and to a color on calling for technical support. If that you might need to determine which ink cartridge is the problem cartridge. Contact HP support for information on the print quality page. Solutions are not printing as expected • A blank page came out...not resolve the problem, try to replace the printhead or service the printer. If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for service. Print troubleshooting Use this section to solve these printing problems: • Envelopes print incorrectly • The product prints meaningless ...
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... than Normal or Draft. Make sure the product is printing very slowly. • Solution 1: Use a lower print quality setting • Solution 2: Check the ink levels • Solution 3: Contact HP support Solution 1: Use a lower print quality setting Solution: Check the print quality setting. Depending on the paper type and print quality settings you...
... than Normal or Draft. Make sure the product is printing very slowly. • Solution 1: Use a lower print quality setting • Solution 2: Check the ink levels • Solution 3: Contact HP support Solution 1: Use a lower print quality setting Solution: Check the print quality setting. Depending on the paper type and print quality settings you...