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... What's in the box...3 Printer overview...4 Printer menu...7 Paper information 13 Print cartridge information 14 2 Printing with your new printer 19 Quick start...19 Printing without a computer 20 Using memory cards 20 Supported file formats 20 Inserting memory cards 20 Selecting photos 21 Printing selected photos 22 Enhancing photos 22 Changing printer preferences 22 Getting... 36 Protecting the environment 36 Ozone production 36 Energy consumption 36 Paper use...36 Plastics...36 Material safety data sheets 36 Recycling program 37 HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide 1
... What's in the box...3 Printer overview...4 Printer menu...7 Paper information 13 Print cartridge information 14 2 Printing with your new printer 19 Quick start...19 Printing without a computer 20 Using memory cards 20 Supported file formats 20 Inserting memory cards 20 Selecting photos 21 Printing selected photos 22 Enhancing photos 22 Changing printer preferences 22 Getting... 36 Protecting the environment 36 Ozone production 36 Energy consumption 36 Paper use...36 Plastics...36 Material safety data sheets 36 Recycling program 37 HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide 1
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... comes with the following items: ● The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer ● The HP Photosmart 8100 series Setup Guide ● The HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide ● The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer software CD ● The User's Guide CD ● Paper sampler ● Photo paper storage bag ● Tri-color and Photo print cartridges ● Print cartridge protector ● A power supply (power supplies...
... comes with the following items: ● The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer ● The HP Photosmart 8100 series Setup Guide ● The HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide ● The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer software CD ● The User's Guide CD ● Paper sampler ● Photo paper storage bag ● Tri-color and Photo print cartridges ● Print cartridge protector ● A power supply (power supplies...
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HP Photosmart 8100 series Chapter 1 Printer overview 4 Front of printer 1 Camera port Use this port to connect a PictBridge™ digital camera to the printer, or to insert the optional HP Bluetooth® wireless printer adapter. 2 Out tray Lift this tray to load small media or to clear front paper jams. 3 ... Photo tray slider Push this slider away from you to engage the Photo tray. 9 Top cover Lift this cover to access the print cartridges and the print cartridge storage area, and to clear paper jams. 10 Printer screen Use this screen to view your photos and menu options. 11 Memory card...
HP Photosmart 8100 series Chapter 1 Printer overview 4 Front of printer 1 Camera port Use this port to connect a PictBridge™ digital camera to the printer, or to insert the optional HP Bluetooth® wireless printer adapter. 2 Out tray Lift this tray to load small media or to clear front paper jams. 3 ... Photo tray slider Push this slider away from you to engage the Photo tray. 9 Top cover Lift this cover to access the print cartridges and the print cartridge storage area, and to clear paper jams. 10 Printer screen Use this screen to view your photos and menu options. 11 Memory card...
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... wireless technology to enter the printer passkey) Reset Bluetooth options: ● Yes ● No Print Cartridge Help: (Press Navigation or to scroll through the HP print cartridges available for the printer, then press OK to see how to insert the cartridge) Photo Sizes Help: (Press Navigation or to scroll through the available photo sizes) Paper Loading...; On (default) ● Off Turn Digital Flash: ● On ● Off (default) Date/time stamp: ● Date/time ● Date only ● Off (default) 10 HP Photosmart 8100 series
... wireless technology to enter the printer passkey) Reset Bluetooth options: ● Yes ● No Print Cartridge Help: (Press Navigation or to scroll through the HP print cartridges available for the printer, then press OK to see how to insert the cartridge) Photo Sizes Help: (Press Navigation or to scroll through the available photo sizes) Paper Loading...; On (default) ● Off Turn Digital Flash: ● On ● Off (default) Date/time stamp: ● Date/time ● Date only ● Off (default) 10 HP Photosmart 8100 series
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...from the Main tray will be used for your project. Load envelopes with the front-side down . HP provides different types of print cartridges so you can print color and black-and-white photos. Tuck the flaps inside the envelopes to load 1 Photo tray ... the printer warranty. 14 HP Photosmart 8100 series For optimum printing results, HP recommends using only HP print cartridges. The cartridge numbers you can choose the best cartridges for the next print job. 1 Paper-length guide 2 Paper-width guide Print cartridge information The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer can use in...
...from the Main tray will be used for your project. Load envelopes with the front-side down . HP provides different types of print cartridges so you can print color and black-and-white photos. Tuck the flaps inside the envelopes to load 1 Photo tray ... the printer warranty. 14 HP Photosmart 8100 series For optimum printing results, HP recommends using only HP print cartridges. The cartridge numbers you can choose the best cartridges for the next print job. 1 Paper-length guide 2 Paper-width guide Print cartridge information The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer can use in...
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...-tape the cartridges. Insert or replace the print cartridges Prepare the printer and cartridges 1 Make sure the power is not covered by the HP warranty. Remove the pink tape Do not touch here HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide 15 Damage that HP does not recommend modifying or refilling HP cartridges. Also, note that results from both cartridges. Use the correct print cartridges To print...
...-tape the cartridges. Insert or replace the print cartridges Prepare the printer and cartridges 1 Make sure the power is not covered by the HP warranty. Remove the pink tape Do not touch here HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide 15 Damage that HP does not recommend modifying or refilling HP cartridges. Also, note that results from both cartridges. Use the correct print cartridges To print...
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... approximate ink level for the printer to enter ink-backup printing mode. Storing the cartridge 16 HP Photosmart 8100 series When you are not genuine HP cartridges. Tip Ink-backup printing mode lets you keep printing even if one or both cartridges in ink-backup printing mode. This ensures high-quality prints. A message reminds you that the printer is in order for...
... approximate ink level for the printer to enter ink-backup printing mode. Storing the cartridge 16 HP Photosmart 8100 series When you are not genuine HP cartridges. Tip Ink-backup printing mode lets you keep printing even if one or both cartridges in ink-backup printing mode. This ensures high-quality prints. A message reminds you that the printer is in order for...
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When you have inserted a cartridge into place. HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide 17 Once you are not using a print cartridge (continued) improperly can cause the cartridge to malfunction. ➔ To insert a cartridge into the cartridge protector, slide the cartridge into the protector at a slight angle and snap it securely into the cartridge protector, place it in the storage area located in the printer under the top cover.
When you have inserted a cartridge into place. HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide 17 Once you are not using a print cartridge (continued) improperly can cause the cartridge to malfunction. ➔ To insert a cartridge into the cartridge protector, slide the cartridge into the protector at a slight angle and snap it securely into the cartridge protector, place it in the storage area located in the printer under the top cover.
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... more information on it snaps into the In tray. Step 1: Getting ready to fit. c Adjust the paper width guide to print Inserting a print cartridge Loading paper 1 Install the print cartridges. HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide 19 See Print cartridge information. Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles. b Open the top of the printer. For more information...
... more information on it snaps into the In tray. Step 1: Getting ready to fit. c Adjust the paper width guide to print Inserting a print cartridge Loading paper 1 Install the print cartridges. HP Photosmart 8100 series Reference Guide 19 See Print cartridge information. Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles. b Open the top of the printer. For more information...
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... natural resources and saves money without Internet access should contact Customer Care. 36 HP Photosmart 8100 series ENERGY STAR is committed to the Environment website at www.hp.com/hpinfo/ globalcitizenship/environment/. EPA. Customers without affecting the high performance of ... while in an environmentally sound manner. Chapter 5 (continued) Category Print cartridges USB support Video file formats Specifications Idle: 5 W Off: 2 W HP Gray Photo (C9368A) HP Color Photo (C9369E) HP Tri-color (C8766E or C9363E) HP Black (C8767E) Microsoft Windows 98, 2000 Professional, ME, XP ...
... natural resources and saves money without Internet access should contact Customer Care. 36 HP Photosmart 8100 series ENERGY STAR is committed to the Environment website at www.hp.com/hpinfo/ globalcitizenship/environment/. EPA. Customers without affecting the high performance of ... while in an environmentally sound manner. Chapter 5 (continued) Category Print cartridges USB support Video file formats Specifications Idle: 5 W Off: 2 W HP Gray Photo (C9368A) HP Color Photo (C9369E) HP Tri-color (C8766E or C9363E) HP Black (C8767E) Microsoft Windows 98, 2000 Professional, ME, XP ...
HP Photosmart 8100 series User's Guide
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... Aligning the print cartridges 45 Printing a sample page 45 Updating the software 46 Storing the printer and print cartridges 46 Storing the printer 46 Storing the print cartridges 47 Maintaining the quality of photo paper 47 Storing photo paper 47 Handling photo paper 47 7 Troubleshooting 49 Printer hardware problems 49 Printing problems 51 Error messages 55 HP Photosmart 8100 series User...
... Aligning the print cartridges 45 Printing a sample page 45 Updating the software 46 Storing the printer and print cartridges 46 Storing the printer 46 Storing the print cartridges 47 Maintaining the quality of photo paper 47 Storing photo paper 47 Handling photo paper 47 7 Troubleshooting 49 Printer hardware problems 49 Printing problems 51 Error messages 55 HP Photosmart 8100 series User...
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Paper errors 55 Print cartridge errors 56 Memory card errors 59 Proof sheet errors 61 Computer printing errors 62 8 Customer Care 65 Customer Care by phone 65 Placing a call 67 Return to HP repair service 67 a Specifications ...69 System requirements 69 Printer specifications 70 Index...73 2 HP Photosmart 8100 series
Paper errors 55 Print cartridge errors 56 Memory card errors 59 Proof sheet errors 61 Computer printing errors 62 8 Customer Care 65 Customer Care by phone 65 Placing a call 67 Return to HP repair service 67 a Specifications ...69 System requirements 69 Printer specifications 70 Index...73 2 HP Photosmart 8100 series
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... 7. Top cover Lift this cover to insert the optional HP Bluetooth® wireless printer adapter. 2. Camera port Use this port to connect a PictBridge™ digital camera to the printer, or to access the print cartridges and the print 4 HP Photosmart 8100 series Out tray extender Lift the tab, then pull it... towards you to catch the printed paper as it is ejected from you to extend the Out tray to engage ...
... 7. Top cover Lift this cover to insert the optional HP Bluetooth® wireless printer adapter. 2. Camera port Use this port to connect a PictBridge™ digital camera to the printer, or to access the print cartridges and the print 4 HP Photosmart 8100 series Out tray extender Lift the tab, then pull it... towards you to catch the printed paper as it is ejected from you to extend the Out tray to engage ...
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... loading Paper jams Camera connect Preferences SmartFocus Digital Flash Date/time Colorspace HP Photosmart 8100 series User's Guide Additional submenus/options Print Cartridge Help: (Press Navigation or to scroll through the HP print cartridges available for the printer, then press OK to see how to insert the cartridge) Photo Sizes Help: (Press Navigation or to scroll through the available...
... loading Paper jams Camera connect Preferences SmartFocus Digital Flash Date/time Colorspace HP Photosmart 8100 series User's Guide Additional submenus/options Print Cartridge Help: (Press Navigation or to scroll through the HP print cartridges available for the printer, then press OK to see how to insert the cartridge) Photo Sizes Help: (Press Navigation or to scroll through the available...
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... images from these high-quality HP photo papers. HP Photosmart 8100 series User's Guide 15 Choosing the right paper For a list of available HP inkjet paper, or to purchase supplies, go to print Before you can begin printing, there are three easy procedures you should become familiar with: ● Loading paper ● Inserting print cartridges ● Inserting memory cards...
... images from these high-quality HP photo papers. HP Photosmart 8100 series User's Guide 15 Choosing the right paper For a list of available HP inkjet paper, or to purchase supplies, go to print Before you can begin printing, there are three easy procedures you should become familiar with: ● Loading paper ● Inserting print cartridges ● Inserting memory cards...
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... the back cover. HP provides different types of print cartridges so you can choose the best cartridges for the next print job. 1 Paper-length guide 2 Paper-width guide Inserting print cartridges The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer can print color and black-and-white photos. The cartridge numbers you can use in this print cartridge in the left . Use the correct print cartridges To print... Pull the...
... the back cover. HP provides different types of print cartridges so you can choose the best cartridges for the next print job. 1 Paper-length guide 2 Paper-width guide Inserting print cartridges The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer can print color and black-and-white photos. The cartridge numbers you can use in this print cartridge in the left . Use the correct print cartridges To print... Pull the...
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... Text and colored line drawings HP Tri-color #95 or #97 Insert this print cartridge in first. Insert or replace the print cartridges Prepare the printer and cartridges 1. If you have removed the cardboard from both cartridges. Match the symbol on the box. Push the cartridge until it and then pull the cartridge out. 2. Close the cartridge stall cover. 4. HP Photosmart 8100 series
... Text and colored line drawings HP Tri-color #95 or #97 Insert this print cartridge in first. Insert or replace the print cartridges Prepare the printer and cartridges 1. If you have removed the cardboard from both cartridges. Match the symbol on the box. Push the cartridge until it and then pull the cartridge out. 2. Close the cartridge stall cover. 4. HP Photosmart 8100 series
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... and print your photos. The printer HP Photosmart 8100 series User's Guide 19 Insert or replace the print cartridges (continued) 5. When you have inserted a cartridge into the protector at a slower speed and with a digital camera, you keep printing even if one or both cartridges in the In tray. 2. Tip Ink-backup printing mode lets you can cause the cartridge to print an...
... and print your photos. The printer HP Photosmart 8100 series User's Guide 19 Insert or replace the print cartridges (continued) 5. When you have inserted a cartridge into the protector at a slower speed and with a digital camera, you keep printing even if one or both cartridges in the In tray. 2. Tip Ink-backup printing mode lets you can cause the cartridge to print an...
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Follow these steps for start-to print. Step 3 Insert the correct print cartridges See Inserting print cartridges. Step 5 View the photos on the memory card to decide which photos to print See Deciding which photos to -finish photo printing from a memory card Step 1 Insert a ...you select, enhance, and print photos without a computer The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer lets you can also print photos directly from a digital camera. For more information, see Printing photos from a digital camera. Step 6 Select photos to print See Selecting photos to print. Step 4 Select a photo...
Follow these steps for start-to print. Step 3 Insert the correct print cartridges See Inserting print cartridges. Step 5 View the photos on the memory card to decide which photos to print See Deciding which photos to -finish photo printing from a memory card Step 1 Insert a ...you select, enhance, and print photos without a computer The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer lets you can also print photos directly from a digital camera. For more information, see Printing photos from a digital camera. Step 6 Select photos to print See Selecting photos to print. Step 4 Select a photo...
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...printer. 2. Automatically cleaning the print cartridges If you notice white lines or single-color streaks on the printer screen, load paper so the printer can clean the cartridges up ink. 6 Care and maintenance The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer requires very little maintenance.... Cleaning and maintaining the printer Keep the printer and print cartridges clean and well maintained using this chapter to clean the print HP Photosmart 8100 series User's ...
...printer. 2. Automatically cleaning the print cartridges If you notice white lines or single-color streaks on the printer screen, load paper so the printer can clean the cartridges up ink. 6 Care and maintenance The HP Photosmart 8100 series printer requires very little maintenance.... Cleaning and maintaining the printer Keep the printer and print cartridges clean and well maintained using this chapter to clean the print HP Photosmart 8100 series User's ...