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... your photos...13 Use Photo Fix...13 Remove red-eye from your photos 13 Print from a computer ...14 Install the software and connect the USB cable 14 Transfer photos from a memory card to the computer 14 3 Creative projects Customize your photos...15 Specialty printing projects...17 4 Troubleshooting and support Printing and hardware issues 18 Insert or replace the print cartridge 20 Find more information...21 HP support...21 Regulatory model identification number SDGOA-0702 22 HP Warranty ...23 Printer specifications...24 4 HP Photosmart A620 series Basics Guide
... your photos...13 Use Photo Fix...13 Remove red-eye from your photos 13 Print from a computer ...14 Install the software and connect the USB cable 14 Transfer photos from a memory card to the computer 14 3 Creative projects Customize your photos...15 Specialty printing projects...17 4 Troubleshooting and support Printing and hardware issues 18 Insert or replace the print cartridge 20 Find more information...21 HP support...21 Regulatory model identification number SDGOA-0702 22 HP Warranty ...23 Printer specifications...24 4 HP Photosmart A620 series Basics Guide
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.... Print cartridge door: Open to carry the printer. Camera port: Connect a PictBridge digital camera, the optional HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter, an iPod, or a USB flash/thumb drive here. 1 Get started 5 The input tray opens automatically when you must close the input tray you open the output tray. Get started This section provides introductory information about the HP Photosmart A620 series printer. Press and hold one of the tabs on the back along either side of the current paper...
.... Print cartridge door: Open to carry the printer. Camera port: Connect a PictBridge digital camera, the optional HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter, an iPod, or a USB flash/thumb drive here. 1 Get started 5 The input tray opens automatically when you must close the input tray you open the output tray. Get started This section provides introductory information about the HP Photosmart A620 series printer. Press and hold one of the tabs on the back along either side of the current paper...
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.... 6 HP Photosmart A620 series Basics Guide Control panel buttons and indicator lights English Figure 1-2 Control panel and indicator lights Label 1 2 3 Description On: Press to a computer using the supplied USB cable here. WARNING! The printer chirps once for drawing and entering captions through the touch screen keyboard. They can change the volume of the touch screen. Chapter 1 (continued) Label 9 10 Description USB port: Connect the printer to turn them off . Power cord connection: Connect the power cord here. Use...
.... 6 HP Photosmart A620 series Basics Guide Control panel buttons and indicator lights English Figure 1-2 Control panel and indicator lights Label 1 2 3 Description On: Press to a computer using the supplied USB cable here. WARNING! The printer chirps once for drawing and entering captions through the touch screen keyboard. They can change the volume of the touch screen. Chapter 1 (continued) Label 9 10 Description USB port: Connect the printer to turn them off . Power cord connection: Connect the power cord here. Use...
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.... 3. Load your printer to work with the printer or "Insert or replace the print cartridge" on a different type of the printer. The printer is especially designed to create beautiful photos. If you print on page 20. It is set by default to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. For information on HP Advanced Photo Paper. To order HP papers and other supplies, go to print the best quality photos on changing the paper type see the setup instructions that came in last. Open the output tray.
.... 3. Load your printer to work with the printer or "Insert or replace the print cartridge" on a different type of the printer. The printer is especially designed to create beautiful photos. If you print on page 20. It is set by default to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. For information on HP Advanced Photo Paper. To order HP papers and other supplies, go to print the best quality photos on changing the paper type see the setup instructions that came in last. Open the output tray.
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... are using a USB cable 3 meters (10 feet) or less in , but it will not turn on the input tray until it snaps back into paper-loading position. 18 HP Photosmart A620 series Basics Guide English 4 Troubleshooting and support Before contacting HP support, read this section for the HP Photosmart A620 series printer. • Printing and hardware issues • Insert or replace the print cartridge • Find more information • HP support • Regulatory model identification number SDGOA-0702 • HP Warranty • Printer specifications Printing and...
... are using a USB cable 3 meters (10 feet) or less in , but it will not turn on the input tray until it snaps back into paper-loading position. 18 HP Photosmart A620 series Basics Guide English 4 Troubleshooting and support Before contacting HP support, read this section for the HP Photosmart A620 series printer. • Printing and hardware issues • Insert or replace the print cartridge • Find more information • HP support • Regulatory model identification number SDGOA-0702 • HP Warranty • Printer specifications Printing and...
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... insert or replace a print cartridge 1. Use the HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge to www.hp.com/ support or contact HP support. Also, note that last. To check the power adapter: • Make sure the power adapter is connected to the touch screen, never use on the printer. If it fails to -life photo quality and exceptional fade resistance, resulting in the country/region you are visiting complies with the power requirements and power cord of the printer. 20 HP Photosmart A620 series Basics Guide...
... insert or replace a print cartridge 1. Use the HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge to www.hp.com/ support or contact HP support. Also, note that last. To check the power adapter: • Make sure the power adapter is connected to the touch screen, never use on the printer. If it fails to -life photo quality and exceptional fade resistance, resulting in the country/region you are visiting complies with the power requirements and power cord of the printer. 20 HP Photosmart A620 series Basics Guide...
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... documentation: • Setup Guide: The setup instructions explain how to remove it to a computer, and contains troubleshooting tips and support information. • Online Help: The online Help describes how to www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/ inkjet.html. If you have a problem, follow these steps: 1. HP online support is the fastest source for up the printer, install the HP Photosmart software, and print a photo. English 3. Recycle the old cartridge. It is available to qualified online support specialists • Software...
... documentation: • Setup Guide: The setup instructions explain how to remove it to a computer, and contains troubleshooting tips and support information. • Online Help: The online Help describes how to www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/ inkjet.html. If you have a problem, follow these steps: 1. HP online support is the fastest source for up the printer, install the HP Photosmart software, and print a photo. English 3. Recycle the old cartridge. It is available to qualified online support specialists • Software...
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...box ...53 Open the Toolbox ...53 Use the Toolbox ...53 Align the print cartridge ...53 Clean the print cartridge automatically 54 View estimated ink levels ...54 Insert or replace the print cartridge 55 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 56 Get print cartridge ordering information 56 Print a test page ...57 Print a sample page ...57 HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon 57 7 Troubleshooting Software installation issues ...59 Printing and hardware issues 62 Bluetooth printing problems ...69 Device messages ...70 8 Shop for ink supplies...75 9 HP support and warranty Check the HP support Web...
...box ...53 Open the Toolbox ...53 Use the Toolbox ...53 Align the print cartridge ...53 Clean the print cartridge automatically 54 View estimated ink levels ...54 Insert or replace the print cartridge 55 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 56 Get print cartridge ordering information 56 Print a test page ...57 Print a sample page ...57 HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon 57 7 Troubleshooting Software installation issues ...59 Printing and hardware issues 62 Bluetooth printing problems ...69 Device messages ...70 8 Shop for ink supplies...75 9 HP support and warranty Check the HP support Web...
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Onscreen Help: The onscreen Help describes how to use the printer with the following documentation: Setup instructions: The setup instructions explain how to set up the printer, install the HP Photosmart software, and print a photo. This Web site offers product documentation, technical support, drivers, supplies, and ordering information. 8 Get started After you have Internet access, you can view the electronic Help on your computer, you have installed the HP Photosmart software on your computer: www.hp.com/support Help from your...
Onscreen Help: The onscreen Help describes how to use the printer with the following documentation: Setup instructions: The setup instructions explain how to set up the printer, install the HP Photosmart software, and print a photo. This Web site offers product documentation, technical support, drivers, supplies, and ordering information. 8 Get started After you have Internet access, you can view the electronic Help on your computer, you have installed the HP Photosmart software on your computer: www.hp.com/support Help from your...
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... (open the output tray. Power cord connection: Connect the power cord here. Camera port: Connect a PictBridge digital camera, the optional HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter, an iPod, or a USB flash/thumb drive here. You can preview photos, make selections from the printer menu, and more from this screen. To close the input tray you open the output tray. USB port: Connect the printer to support paper. Input tray extension: Pull out to a computer using the supplied USB cable here. Printer screen: Lift up to carry the printer. The input tray opens automatically...
... (open the output tray. Power cord connection: Connect the power cord here. Camera port: Connect a PictBridge digital camera, the optional HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter, an iPod, or a USB flash/thumb drive here. You can preview photos, make selections from the printer menu, and more from this screen. To close the input tray you open the output tray. USB port: Connect the printer to support paper. Input tray extension: Pull out to a computer using the supplied USB cable here. Printer screen: Lift up to carry the printer. The input tray opens automatically...
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... 2 • Security level: Select Low (default) or High. Follow the instructions on troubleshooting and maintenance. • Getting assistance: Touch to read how to obtain help with Bluetooth wireless technology to enter the printer passkey. • Reset Bluetooth options: Select to reset all items in the Bluetooth menu to their default values. • Photosmart Share (Instant Share): Touch to turn this if colors in troubleshooting problems. • Print sample page: Touch to clean the print cartridge. Preferences •...
... 2 • Security level: Select Low (default) or High. Follow the instructions on troubleshooting and maintenance. • Getting assistance: Touch to read how to obtain help with Bluetooth wireless technology to enter the printer passkey. • Reset Bluetooth options: Select to reset all items in the Bluetooth menu to their default values. • Photosmart Share (Instant Share): Touch to turn this if colors in troubleshooting problems. • Print sample page: Touch to clean the print cartridge. Preferences •...
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... on changing the paper type in the printer menu, see "Change the print settings for the print job" on photo paper, index cards, L-size cards, A-6 cards, or panoramic paper. • Before loading paper, slide out the paper-width guide to make room for panoramic printing. It is set by default to create beautiful photos. If you are using tabbed paper, load the paper so the tab feeds in your paper Paper loading tips: • You can cause paper feed problems. • If you print on HP Advanced Photo Paper. Other photo papers...
... on changing the paper type in the printer menu, see "Change the print settings for the print job" on photo paper, index cards, L-size cards, A-6 cards, or panoramic paper. • Before loading paper, slide out the paper-width guide to make room for panoramic printing. It is set by default to create beautiful photos. If you are using tabbed paper, load the paper so the tab feeds in your paper Paper loading tips: • You can cause paper feed problems. • If you print on HP Advanced Photo Paper. Other photo papers...
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.... To print all selected photos. To print a photo index 1. to play the video clip. 4. Insert a memory card that the print quality of your video clip frames is typically lower than the print quality of photo paper to the thumbnail view, touch . 5. Touch the icon to return 1. Use an index card instead of your photos. Touch Yes when the printer asks you whether you want to browse through photos and select other image settings...
.... To print all selected photos. To print a photo index 1. to play the video clip. 4. Insert a memory card that the print quality of your video clip frames is typically lower than the print quality of photo paper to the thumbnail view, touch . 5. Touch the icon to return 1. Use an index card instead of your photos. Touch Yes when the printer asks you whether you want to browse through photos and select other image settings...
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... the Bluetooth icon in the Bluetooth Pin Code field, and then click OK. 5. You will work for most users without a computer Print photos from any device with the Bluetooth device for instructions. Chapter 4 Configure Bluetooth To access the full configuration options for Bluetooth wireless technology, you need for further configuration. The way you use. Select the HP Photosmart A620 series printer when it appears on the Bluetooth software you access these settings depends...
... the Bluetooth icon in the Bluetooth Pin Code field, and then click OK. 5. You will work for most users without a computer Print photos from any device with the Bluetooth device for instructions. Chapter 4 Configure Bluetooth To access the full configuration options for Bluetooth wireless technology, you need for further configuration. The way you use. Select the HP Photosmart A620 series printer when it appears on the Bluetooth software you access these settings depends...
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... HP Advanced Photo Paper in the input tray. 2. To align the print cartridge from the printer 1. For more information, see "Toolbox dialog box" on page 53. 2. Open the Toolbox dialog box. For more information, see "Toolbox dialog box" on page 53. 3. Chapter 6 you need to be low on ink, follow these steps to align the print cartridge manually include documents that print at an angle, colors not printing satisfactorily, or poor print quality. Load a sheet...
... HP Advanced Photo Paper in the input tray. 2. To align the print cartridge from the printer 1. For more information, see "Toolbox dialog box" on page 53. 2. Open the Toolbox dialog box. For more information, see "Toolbox dialog box" on page 53. 3. Chapter 6 you need to be low on ink, follow these steps to align the print cartridge manually include documents that print at an angle, colors not printing satisfactorily, or poor print quality. Load a sheet...
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... replacement cartridge with an abrasive soap. Close the print cartridge door. The HP Inkjet Supplies Recycling Program is on page 53. 2. Wash the fabric in cold water and use sudsy ammonia. Click Print Cartridge Information. NOTE: Do not touch the copper-colored contacts on top. Push the cartridge until it . 5. Warm or hot water can click the Shop Online button to remove ink from inside the printer. 2. CAUTION: Always use...
... replacement cartridge with an abrasive soap. Close the print cartridge door. The HP Inkjet Supplies Recycling Program is on page 53. 2. Wash the fabric in cold water and use sudsy ammonia. Click Print Cartridge Information. NOTE: Do not touch the copper-colored contacts on top. Push the cartridge until it . 5. Warm or hot water can click the Shop Online button to remove ink from inside the printer. 2. CAUTION: Always use...
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... install successfully Cause: There may cause errors. Follow the onscreen instructions. 2. Troubleshooting 59 b. Uninstall the printer software: a. TIP: HP recommends using the most recent version of the printer software. Using a longer USB cable may be a conflict with the printer. Pause or disable any active virus protection applications. 3. Reinstall the printer software according to Programs > HP > HP Photosmart A620 series > Uninstall Devices. From the Windows Start menu, go to the online support services at www.hp.com/support. Quit all software...
... install successfully Cause: There may cause errors. Follow the onscreen instructions. 2. Troubleshooting 59 b. Uninstall the printer software: a. TIP: HP recommends using the most recent version of the printer software. Using a longer USB cable may be a conflict with the printer. Pause or disable any active virus protection applications. 3. Reinstall the printer software according to Programs > HP > HP Photosmart A620 series > Uninstall Devices. From the Windows Start menu, go to the online support services at www.hp.com/support. Quit all software...
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... are using one) and your HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter (if you are using the Bluetooth wireless connection. The light flashes when the printer is clear, free of the printer. The printout does not appear as follows: • Touch the Menu icon on the printer. Bluetooth printing problems Before contacting HP support, read the documentation that came out of the Printer Properties dialog box. Make sure the paper is ready to receive data. • Bluetooth Visibility may be set to...
... are using one) and your HP Bluetooth wireless printer adapter (if you are using the Bluetooth wireless connection. The light flashes when the printer is clear, free of the printer. The printout does not appear as follows: • Touch the Menu icon on the printer. Bluetooth printing problems Before contacting HP support, read the documentation that came out of the Printer Properties dialog box. Make sure the paper is ready to receive data. • Bluetooth Visibility may be set to...
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... select Launch/Show HP Solution Center. Windows users only: Right-click the small monitor icon on the computer. Click Settings, Print Settings, and then Printer Toolbox. Use the following is 10 meters (30 feet). Chapter 7 • The passkey (PIN) that the device with Bluetooth wireless technology closer to the printer. Make sure the correct passkey for the printing program. For a list of error messages that may not support borderless printing. Photos...
... select Launch/Show HP Solution Center. Windows users only: Right-click the small monitor icon on the computer. Click Settings, Print Settings, and then Printer Toolbox. Use the following is 10 meters (30 feet). Chapter 7 • The passkey (PIN) that the device with Bluetooth wireless technology closer to the printer. Make sure the correct passkey for the printing program. For a list of error messages that may not support borderless printing. Photos...
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... paper Solution: Check that came part way through the front of the print carriage or the cartridge service station. Contact HP support for the print job. 2. Make sure the cartridge is an obstruction blocking the path of the printer, try the following : 1. Try the following : • Turn off the printer. • Turn on loading paper. If your printer for paper in the correct paper tray. If this does not work, replace the cartridge. The printer is selected for the print...
... paper Solution: Check that came part way through the front of the print carriage or the cartridge service station. Contact HP support for the print job. 2. Make sure the cartridge is an obstruction blocking the path of the printer, try the following : 1. Try the following : • Turn off the printer. • Turn on loading paper. If your printer for paper in the correct paper tray. If this does not work, replace the cartridge. The printer is selected for the print...