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.... 7. On the CD menu, click Install Network/ Wireless Device, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Selecting this option allows the software to install successfully on your computer. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to find the printer. Note: If the firewall software on your computer. 6. When... Place the HP software CD into the computer. 4. After it finishes the search, click Next. 5. English Windows IMPORTANT: Do not connect the USB cable until prompted by the software. 1. Close any applications that are running on your computer displays any open documents. When prompted...
.... 7. On the CD menu, click Install Network/ Wireless Device, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Selecting this option allows the software to install successfully on your computer. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to find the printer. Note: If the firewall software on your computer. 6. When... Place the HP software CD into the computer. 4. After it finishes the search, click Next. 5. English Windows IMPORTANT: Do not connect the USB cable until prompted by the software. 1. Close any applications that are running on your computer displays any open documents. When prompted...
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... color blind, colored buttons and tabs used in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. For users who are no one can be damaged. 8. Unplug this product to change without prior written permission of injury from wall outlets before cleaning. 5. Install ...with the device. 2. marks. If the product does not operate normally, see Solve a problem. 9. Mobility For users with limited strength and reach. Observe all instructions in the documentation that make it accessible for the Mac OS X, visit the Apple Web site at www.hp.com/accessibility....
... color blind, colored buttons and tabs used in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. For users who are no one can be damaged. 8. Unplug this product to change without prior written permission of injury from wall outlets before cleaning. 5. Install ...with the device. 2. marks. If the product does not operate normally, see Solve a problem. 9. Mobility For users with limited strength and reach. Observe all instructions in the documentation that make it accessible for the Mac OS X, visit the Apple Web site at www.hp.com/accessibility....
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...product settings 14 Types of messages...14 Status messages...14 Warning messages...14 Error messages...14 Critical error messages 15 Finding the device model number 15 Select print media...15 Recommended papers for printing and copying 15 Recommended papers for photo printing 16 Tips ... Clean the scanner glass...21 Clean the exterior ...22 Clean the automatic document feeder (ADF) (Some models only 22 Turn off the device...24 2 Print Print documents...25 Print documents (Windows 25 Print documents (Mac OS X 26 Print brochures...26 Print brochures (Windows 26 Print brochures (Mac OS X ...
...product settings 14 Types of messages...14 Status messages...14 Warning messages...14 Error messages...14 Critical error messages 15 Finding the device model number 15 Select print media...15 Recommended papers for printing and copying 15 Recommended papers for photo printing 16 Tips ... Clean the scanner glass...21 Clean the exterior ...22 Clean the automatic document feeder (ADF) (Some models only 22 Turn off the device...24 2 Print Print documents...25 Print documents (Windows 25 Print documents (Mac OS X 26 Print brochures...26 Print brochures (Windows 26 Print brochures (Mac OS X ...
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Poor print quality and unexpected printouts 78 Solution 1: Use genuine HP cartridges 78 Solution 2: Check the paper 78 Solution 3: Wait a short period of time (if possible 79 Solution 4: Check the print settings 79 Step 1: Check the ... problems...92 Solve copy problems...94 No copy came out...94 Copies are blank...94 Documents are missing or faded 95 Size is reduced...95 Copy quality is poor ...95 Copy defects are apparent 95 The device prints half a page, then ejects the paper 96 Paper mismatch...96 Solve scan problems...96...
Poor print quality and unexpected printouts 78 Solution 1: Use genuine HP cartridges 78 Solution 2: Check the paper 78 Solution 3: Wait a short period of time (if possible 79 Solution 4: Check the print settings 79 Step 1: Check the ... problems...92 Solve copy problems...94 No copy came out...94 Copies are blank...94 Documents are missing or faded 95 Size is reduced...95 Copy quality is poor ...95 Copy defects are apparent 95 The device prints half a page, then ejects the paper 96 Paper mismatch...96 Solve scan problems...96...
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Use the HP Solution Center (Windows 207 HP Utility (Mac OS X)...207 Embedded Web server (some models only 208 F Errors (Windows) Fax Memory Full...210 Device Disconnected...210 Ink Alert...210 Cartridge Problem...211 Solution 1: Install the ink cartridges correctly 211 Solution 2: Turn the product off ...Replace the ink cartridge 213 Paper Mismatch...213 The cartridge cradle cannot move 213 Paper Jam...213 Paper Jam...213 The printer is out of paper...214 Printer Offline...214 Printer Paused...214 Document failed to print...214 General printer error...214 Align cartridge...215 Index...216 8
Use the HP Solution Center (Windows 207 HP Utility (Mac OS X)...207 Embedded Web server (some models only 208 F Errors (Windows) Fax Memory Full...210 Device Disconnected...210 Ink Alert...210 Cartridge Problem...211 Solution 1: Install the ink cartridges correctly 211 Solution 2: Turn the product off ...Replace the ink cartridge 213 Paper Mismatch...213 The cartridge cradle cannot move 213 Paper Jam...213 Paper Jam...213 The printer is out of paper...214 Printer Offline...214 Printer Paused...214 Document failed to print...214 General printer error...214 Align cartridge...215 Index...216 8
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...a number of features that convey the appropriate action. For accessibility information for Mac OS X, visit the Apple Web site at www.hp.com/accessibility. The device doors, buttons, paper trays, and paper guides can be operated by users with disabilities. Mobility For users with visual impairments or...glass • Load an original in the automatic document feeder (ADF) • Load media • Maintain the device • Turn off the device NOTE: If you are color blind, colored buttons and tabs used in the software and on the device control panel have simple text or icon labels ...
...a number of features that convey the appropriate action. For accessibility information for Mac OS X, visit the Apple Web site at www.hp.com/accessibility. The device doors, buttons, paper trays, and paper guides can be operated by users with disabilities. Mobility For users with visual impairments or...glass • Load an original in the automatic document feeder (ADF) • Load media • Maintain the device • Turn off the device NOTE: If you are color blind, colored buttons and tabs used in the software and on the device control panel have simple text or icon labels ...
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... print two-sided documents with multiple pages on ways to specific features in this product, please visit the HP Eco Solutions Web site for this product, see Two-sided printing (duplexing). • Smart Web printing (Windows): The HP Smart Web Printing ... of HP products, please visit: www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/ Understand the device parts This section contains the following topics: • Front view • Printing supplies area • Back view Front view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 10 Get started HP has ...
... print two-sided documents with multiple pages on ways to specific features in this product, please visit the HP Eco Solutions Web site for this product, see Two-sided printing (duplexing). • Smart Web printing (Windows): The HP Smart Web Printing ... of HP products, please visit: www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/ Understand the device parts This section contains the following topics: • Front view • Printing supplies area • Back view Front view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 10 Get started HP has ...
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1 Control panel 2 Main tray 3 Cartridge access door 4 Scanner glass 5 Automatic document feeder 6 Scanner lid Printing supplies area HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Cartridge access door 2 Ink cartridges Back view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Universal serial bus (USB) port 2 Ethernet port (HP Officejet 4500 only) 3 Power input Understand the device parts 11
1 Control panel 2 Main tray 3 Cartridge access door 4 Scanner glass 5 Automatic document feeder 6 Scanner lid Printing supplies area HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Cartridge access door 2 Ink cartridges Back view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Universal serial bus (USB) port 2 Ethernet port (HP Officejet 4500 only) 3 Power input Understand the device parts 11
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... & dry faster than ordinary plain papers. HP Brochure Paper HP Superior Inkjet Paper HP Bright White Inkjet Paper These papers are the perfect choice for near the ink cartridges area. They are glossy-coated or matte-coated on the front of everyday documents. Select print media The device is required. All papers with the ColorLok...
... & dry faster than ordinary plain papers. HP Brochure Paper HP Superior Inkjet Paper HP Bright White Inkjet Paper These papers are the perfect choice for near the ink cartridges area. They are glossy-coated or matte-coated on the front of everyday documents. Select print media The device is required. All papers with the ColorLok...
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...models only). HP Photo Value Packs: HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package Original HP ink cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to the device specifications. Tips for selecting and using paper designed for longer lasting documents. For more information, see Media specifications. • Load only one of these papers...the following media in 8.5 x 11 inch, A4, 4 x 6 inch and 10 x 15 cm. NOTE: At this paper with any inkjet printer. For more information, see Media specifications. • To prevent jams, poor print quality, and other supplies, go to share. It is acid-...
...models only). HP Photo Value Packs: HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package Original HP ink cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to the device specifications. Tips for selecting and using paper designed for longer lasting documents. For more information, see Media specifications. • Load only one of these papers...the following media in 8.5 x 11 inch, A4, 4 x 6 inch and 10 x 15 cm. NOTE: At this paper with any inkjet printer. For more information, see Media specifications. • To prevent jams, poor print quality, and other supplies, go to share. It is acid-...
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...lid. 2. Load your original print side down. To load an original on the glass. TIP: For more information, see Maintain the device. Load an original in the automatic document feeder (ADF) NOTE: The ADF is too lightweight or stretches easily ◦ Media that contains staples or clips NOTE: To scan..., copy, or fax documents that contain pages that do not conform to these guidelines, use the scanner glass. Chapter 1 ◦ Media that is available for some models only...
...lid. 2. Load your original print side down. To load an original on the glass. TIP: For more information, see Maintain the device. Load an original in the automatic document feeder (ADF) NOTE: The ADF is too lightweight or stretches easily ◦ Media that contains staples or clips NOTE: To scan..., copy, or fax documents that contain pages that do not conform to these guidelines, use the scanner glass. Chapter 1 ◦ Media that is available for some models only...
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... pages were detected. this might cause damage to the diagram engraved in the document feeder tray. CAUTION: Do not load photos in the document feeder tray 1. You can copy, scan, or fax a one-sided, single- The document feeder tray holds a maximum of 50 sheets of the media. Slide the ...width guides inward until you load your original, with the print side up, into the document feeder tray. Slide the media into the device. or multiple-page, A4- or ...
... pages were detected. this might cause damage to the diagram engraved in the document feeder tray. CAUTION: Do not load photos in the document feeder tray 1. You can copy, scan, or fax a one-sided, single- The document feeder tray holds a maximum of 50 sheets of the media. Slide the ...width guides inward until you load your original, with the print side up, into the document feeder tray. Slide the media into the device. or multiple-page, A4- or ...
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... carbon tetrachloride, all of special features such as necessary. • Clean the scanner glass • Clean the exterior • Clean the automatic document feeder (ADF) (Some models only) Clean the scanner glass NOTE: Dust or dirt on the scanner glass, scanner lid backing, or scanner frame...scans, and affect the accuracy of which can leave streaks on the glass. Maintain the device 21 Maintain the device This section provides instructions for keeping the device in top working condition. Turn off the device. 2. Avoid cleaners that has been sprayed with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth....
... carbon tetrachloride, all of special features such as necessary. • Clean the scanner glass • Clean the exterior • Clean the automatic document feeder (ADF) (Some models only) Clean the scanner glass NOTE: Dust or dirt on the scanner glass, scanner lid backing, or scanner frame...scans, and affect the accuracy of which can leave streaks on the glass. Maintain the device 21 Maintain the device This section provides instructions for keeping the device in top working condition. Turn off the device. 2. Avoid cleaners that has been sprayed with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth....
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.... Lightly dampen a clean lint-free cloth with distilled water, then squeeze any excess liquid from the document feeder tray. 2. Keep fluids away from the device control panel. Lift the automatic document feeder cover to the rollers (2) and separator pad (3), as from the interior of the... device, as well as shown below. 1 Automatic document feeder cover 2 Rollers 3 Separator pad 3. To clean the rollers or separator pad 1. Clean the automatic document feeder (ADF) (Some models only) NOTE: The ADF is available for...
.... Lightly dampen a clean lint-free cloth with distilled water, then squeeze any excess liquid from the document feeder tray. 2. Keep fluids away from the device control panel. Lift the automatic document feeder cover to the rollers (2) and separator pad (3), as from the interior of the... device, as well as shown below. 1 Automatic document feeder cover 2 Rollers 3 Separator pad 3. To clean the rollers or separator pad 1. Clean the automatic document feeder (ADF) (Some models only) NOTE: The ADF is available for...
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... unplugged, the date and time might need to release the catch. 3. Maintain the device 23 To clean the plastic strip inside the automatic document feeder 1. Continue lifting the automatic document feeder cover to wipe any residue off the rollers or separator pad. Turn off using distilled water, try using ...isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. 5. NOTE: If the residue does not come off the device and unplug the power cord. 4. Close the cover of the automatic document feeder until it stops, and then gently pry the cover to reset the date and time later, when...
... unplugged, the date and time might need to release the catch. 3. Maintain the device 23 To clean the plastic strip inside the automatic document feeder 1. Continue lifting the automatic document feeder cover to wipe any residue off the rollers or separator pad. Turn off using distilled water, try using ...isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. 5. NOTE: If the residue does not come off the device and unplug the power cord. 4. Close the cover of the automatic document feeder until it stops, and then gently pry the cover to reset the date and time later, when...
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...or carbon tetrachloride on the product. NOTE: If you may need to order a new plastic strip. Lift the automatic document feeder mechanism. 5. Do not place or spray liquid directly on the device. For more information, see dust or lines on scans after cleaning the plastic strip, you still see Solve a ... off before unplugging the power cord or turning off the product, the print carriage might seep under the glass and damage the device. 6. Chapter 1 4. Gently lower the automatic document feeder mechanism to the correct position causing problems with a nonabrasive glass cleaner.
...or carbon tetrachloride on the product. NOTE: If you may need to order a new plastic strip. Lift the automatic document feeder mechanism. 5. Do not place or spray liquid directly on the device. For more information, see dust or lines on scans after cleaning the plastic strip, you still see Solve a ... off before unplugging the power cord or turning off the product, the print carriage might seep under the glass and damage the device. 6. Chapter 1 4. Gently lower the automatic document feeder mechanism to the correct position causing problems with a nonabrasive glass cleaner.
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...custom size in the printer driver: a. For more information, see Load media. 2. Load paper in a grainy image. b. d. Make sure the custom size is created by the device. 8. The gray shading... before printing the document. Type a name for your application supports custom-sized paper, set up menu, and then choose one of paper, you need to reformat existing documents to print your ... the Advanced tab. 6. Select the appropriate Photo Fix options: • Off: applies no HP Real Life Technologies to change settings, click the button that is not listed in grayscale. NOTE...
...custom size in the printer driver: a. For more information, see Load media. 2. Load paper in a grainy image. b. d. Make sure the custom size is created by the device. 8. The gray shading... before printing the document. Type a name for your application supports custom-sized paper, set up menu, and then choose one of paper, you need to reformat existing documents to print your ... the Advanced tab. 6. Select the appropriate Photo Fix options: • Off: applies no HP Real Life Technologies to change settings, click the button that is not listed in grayscale. NOTE...
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...more information, see Load an original on a computer. The HP software must be installed and running Windows, look for the device icon in the system tray at the lower-right side of its scan functionality and result in scanned documents into a format that you can use the scan features,... your device and computer must also be connected and turned on your software. NOTE: Closing the HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon in your Windows system tray can ...
...more information, see Load an original on a computer. The HP software must be installed and running Windows, look for the device icon in the system tray at the lower-right side of its scan functionality and result in scanned documents into a format that you can use the scan features,... your device and computer must also be connected and turned on your software. NOTE: Closing the HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon in your Windows system tray can ...
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...during the installation. See the onscreen Help for the HP Solution Center for information about how to create a link to use OCR software to edit letters, newspaper clippings, and many other documents. This allows you do with the device, it is not present or active, either you ... black and white, regardless of some word-processing programs and their interaction with the scan, and then press OK. 4. Edit a scanned document using optical character recognition (OCR) software You can specify the word-processing program that you want to the word-processing program. Because of ...
...during the installation. See the onscreen Help for the HP Solution Center for information about how to create a link to use OCR software to edit letters, newspaper clippings, and many other documents. This allows you do with the device, it is not present or active, either you ... black and white, regardless of some word-processing programs and their interaction with the scan, and then press OK. 4. Edit a scanned document using optical character recognition (OCR) software You can specify the word-processing program that you want to the word-processing program. Because of ...
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... a fax arrives, the fax is stored in the device memory until the copying finishes. Use the left arrow or right arrow to select one of the following topics: • Copy documents • Change copy settings Copy documents You can reduce the number of copies • Copy paper size • ... using the various settings available from the device control panel. Place your original face down on the scanner glass, not the ADF. For more information, see Load an original on the scanner glass. 3. Change any additional settings. To copy documents 1. Change copy settings You can produce ...
... a fax arrives, the fax is stored in the device memory until the copying finishes. Use the left arrow or right arrow to select one of the following topics: • Copy documents • Change copy settings Copy documents You can reduce the number of copies • Copy paper size • ... using the various settings available from the device control panel. Place your original face down on the scanner glass, not the ADF. For more information, see Load an original on the scanner glass. 3. Change any additional settings. To copy documents 1. Change copy settings You can produce ...