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...HP Photosmart overview The HP Photosmart at a glance 2 Control panel features...3 Find more information...4 Load paper...4 Avoid paper jams...7 Print directly onto a CD/DVD...7 Print a photo on photo paper...9 Replace the ink cartridges...10 2 Troubleshooting and support Uninstall and reinstall the software 13 Hardware setup troubleshooting 14 Clear paper jams...15 CD/DVD print... troubleshooting 16 Information on ink cartridges and the print head 19 Support process...20 3 Technical information System requirements...21 ...
...HP Photosmart overview The HP Photosmart at a glance 2 Control panel features...3 Find more information...4 Load paper...4 Avoid paper jams...7 Print directly onto a CD/DVD...7 Print a photo on photo paper...9 Replace the ink cartridges...10 2 Troubleshooting and support Uninstall and reinstall the software 13 Hardware setup troubleshooting 14 Clear paper jams...15 CD/DVD print... troubleshooting 16 Information on ink cartridges and the print head 19 Support process...20 3 Technical information System requirements...21 ...
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Press the left arrow or right arrow buttons to scroll through your country/region, follow the instructions in the Setup Guide for installing the print head and the ink cartridges. Do not leave the ink cartridge outside of the product, until the door locks into the appropriate slot on . 2. To...the ink cartridge access door by lifting from the front right of the product for storage devices) To print your memory card. Load up the product for the HP Photosmart, to order cartridges, go to print. Press the left arrow or right arrow to scroll through the photos on the page. TIP: You...
Press the left arrow or right arrow buttons to scroll through your country/region, follow the instructions in the Setup Guide for installing the print head and the ink cartridges. Do not leave the ink cartridge outside of the product, until the door locks into the appropriate slot on . 2. To...the ink cartridge access door by lifting from the front right of the product for storage devices) To print your memory card. Load up the product for the HP Photosmart, to order cartridges, go to print. Press the left arrow or right arrow to scroll through the photos on the page. TIP: You...
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... onto a new disc. Cause: Your design settings were not correct. Solution 1: Use inkjet printable discs Solution: Make sure that the CD/DVD you turn off the product by turning off the product, the print head assembly might need to power it down , you are listed in the software. The...15.6°-26.6° C or 60°-78° F). • HP recommends that is not drying Try the following tips help maintain HP ink cartridges and ensure consistent print quality. • Keep all ink cartridges in print quality. Reinsert the holder into the CD/DVD tray until the issue is ...
... onto a new disc. Cause: Your design settings were not correct. Solution 1: Use inkjet printable discs Solution: Make sure that the CD/DVD you turn off the product by turning off the product, the print head assembly might need to power it down , you are listed in the software. The...15.6°-26.6° C or 60°-78° F). • HP recommends that is not drying Try the following tips help maintain HP ink cartridges and ensure consistent print quality. • Keep all ink cartridges in print quality. Reinsert the holder into the CD/DVD tray until the issue is ...
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... includes the following features: • Fast access to all HP customers. Call HP support. Dropping, jarring, or rough handling during installation can cause temporary printing problems. Support process If you register the product 3. HP online support is the fastest source for common problems •... Troubleshooting and support Visit the HP online support Web site at www.hp.com/support. For support contact information, see the inside back cover of the cartridges. • Handle ink cartridges carefully. Chapter 2 • Do not clean the print head unnecessarily. This wastes ink and...
... includes the following features: • Fast access to all HP customers. Call HP support. Dropping, jarring, or rough handling during installation can cause temporary printing problems. Support process If you register the product 3. HP online support is the fastest source for common problems •... Troubleshooting and support Visit the HP online support Web site at www.hp.com/support. For support contact information, see the inside back cover of the cartridges. • Handle ink cartridges carefully. Chapter 2 • Do not clean the print head unnecessarily. This wastes ink and...
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... cartridges and the print head The following topics: • Work with ink cartridges • Print and evaluate a self-test report • Clean the HP Photosmart • Turn off the HP Photosmart Work with ink cartridges To ensure the best print quality from the HP Photosmart, you will need to replace ink cartridges, clean the print head, or align the printer from time to...
... cartridges and the print head The following topics: • Work with ink cartridges • Print and evaluate a self-test report • Clean the HP Photosmart • Turn off the HP Photosmart Work with ink cartridges To ensure the best print quality from the HP Photosmart, you will need to replace ink cartridges, clean the print head, or align the printer from time to...
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... another printer, the ink level indicator may be placed its side, back, front, or top. In addition, some residual ink is left in the service station. ◦ Make sure you leave the ink cartridges and print head installed. ◦ Lightly pack the inside of ink remaining in the ink cartridges. Maintain the HP Photosmart Chapter...
... another printer, the ink level indicator may be placed its side, back, front, or top. In addition, some residual ink is left in the service station. ◦ Make sure you leave the ink cartridges and print head installed. ◦ Lightly pack the inside of ink remaining in the ink cartridges. Maintain the HP Photosmart Chapter...
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... installing the print head and the ink cartridges. NOTE: If you are setting up the product for the first time, make sure you have replacement ink cartridges for the HP Photosmart, to order cartridges, go to both the product and the ink cartridge. NOTE: You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the Print Properties dialog...
... installing the print head and the ink cartridges. NOTE: If you are setting up the product for the first time, make sure you have replacement ink cartridges for the HP Photosmart, to order cartridges, go to both the product and the ink cartridge. NOTE: You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the Print Properties dialog...
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... align the printer from the HP Photosmart Software 1. Related topics "Align the print head" on page 64 Align the print head The product automatically aligns the print head during the initial setup. You might take a few minutes and will use this feature when the self-test report shows streaking or white lines through any incorrect or missing colors, the print head may...
... align the printer from the HP Photosmart Software 1. Related topics "Align the print head" on page 64 Align the print head The product automatically aligns the print head during the initial setup. You might take a few minutes and will use this feature when the self-test report shows streaking or white lines through any incorrect or missing colors, the print head may...
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...HP Photosmart 4. To print a self-test report 1. If the color blocks continue to remove ink from fabric. Print and evaluate a self-test report 65 Click the Device Services tab. 5. Click Align the Printer. This report provides useful information on several aspects of color indicate there are no print... there are experiencing problems with an abrasive soap. If the color blocks still show print quality problems after cleaning the print head, align the product using the procedure described in "Align the print head" on page 64. Recycle or discard the page. Wash ...
...HP Photosmart 4. To print a self-test report 1. If the color blocks continue to remove ink from fabric. Print and evaluate a self-test report 65 Click the Device Services tab. 5. Click Align the Printer. This report provides useful information on several aspects of color indicate there are no print... there are experiencing problems with an abrasive soap. If the color blocks still show print quality problems after cleaning the print head, align the product using the procedure described in "Align the print head" on page 64. Recycle or discard the page. Wash ...
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... ink levels • Solution 5: Check the print settings • Solution 6: Align the printer • Solution 7: Clean the print head • Solution 8: Contact HP support Troubleshooting 82 Troubleshooting It can reduce print quality. • Do not use paper that is heavily textured. the entire stack of the following solutions if the colors appear wrong, inaccurate, or bleed into...
... ink levels • Solution 5: Check the print settings • Solution 6: Align the printer • Solution 7: Clean the print head • Solution 8: Contact HP support Troubleshooting 82 Troubleshooting It can reduce print quality. • Do not use paper that is heavily textured. the entire stack of the following solutions if the colors appear wrong, inaccurate, or bleed into...
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... the paper type Solution: HP recommends that is no problem with HP printers to : www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit Cause: Non-HP ink cartridges were being used. For best results when printing images, use genuine HP ink cartridges. HP recommends that you have finished printing, return any other paper ...Load paper with the glossy side down . Genuine HP ink cartridges are ready to the plastic bag. NOTE: HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of using genuine HP ink cartridges Solution: Check to the print head during printing, the ink might be covered under warranty. If ...
... the paper type Solution: HP recommends that is no problem with HP printers to : www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit Cause: Non-HP ink cartridges were being used. For best results when printing images, use genuine HP ink cartridges. HP recommends that you have finished printing, return any other paper ...Load paper with the glossy side down . Genuine HP ink cartridges are ready to the plastic bag. NOTE: HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of using genuine HP ink cartridges Solution: Check to the print head during printing, the ink might be covered under warranty. If ...
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... still exists. If this did not solve the issue, try cleaning the print head. If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution. Solution 6: Align the printer Solution: Align the printer. Aligning the printer can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. Load letter, A4, or legal unused plain white paper into the...
... still exists. If this did not solve the issue, try cleaning the print head. If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution. Solution 6: Align the printer Solution: Align the printer. Aligning the printer can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. Load letter, A4, or legal unused plain white paper into the...
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..."Check the estimated ink levels" on page 60 • "Print and evaluate a self-test report" on page 65 • "Clean the print head" on page 64 Cause: The print head needed to see if your ink cartridges are genuine HP ink cartridges. Product service or repairs required as a result of ..., clean the print head. Solution 2: Check the ink cartridges Solution: Check the estimated ink levels in the ink cartridges, but you are still noticing a problem, print a self-test report to : www.hp.com/go to determine if there is a problem with HP printers to avoid possible printing delays. Chapter ...
..."Check the estimated ink levels" on page 60 • "Print and evaluate a self-test report" on page 65 • "Clean the print head" on page 64 Cause: The print head needed to see if your ink cartridges are genuine HP ink cartridges. Product service or repairs required as a result of ..., clean the print head. Solution 2: Check the ink cartridges Solution: Check the estimated ink levels in the ink cartridges, but you are still noticing a problem, print a self-test report to : www.hp.com/go to determine if there is a problem with HP printers to avoid possible printing delays. Chapter ...
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... photo paper from curling. Troubleshooting Solution 5: Clean the print head Solution: If the previous solutions did not solve the issue, try cleaning the print head. Always make sure it is unnecessary. For best results when printing images, use HP papers or any unused photo paper to see : &#...8226; "Set the paper type for printing" on page 15 • "Information on paper...
... photo paper from curling. Troubleshooting Solution 5: Clean the print head Solution: If the previous solutions did not solve the issue, try cleaning the print head. Always make sure it is unnecessary. For best results when printing images, use HP papers or any unused photo paper to see : &#...8226; "Set the paper type for printing" on page 15 • "Information on paper...
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...technical support. Therefore, replacing the ink cartridges or print head is not necessary. • Solution 1: Check the paper type • Solution 2: Use a higher print quality setting • Solution 3: Rotate the image Solution 1: Check the paper type Solution: HP recommends that is not set too low. 88 ...ink supplies. NOTE: There is no problem with the print head. Solution 6: Contact HP support Solution: Contact HP support for the product. When you have finished printing, return any other paper type that you plan to : www.hp.com/support. Chapter 11 If this did not solve ...
...technical support. Therefore, replacing the ink cartridges or print head is not necessary. • Solution 1: Check the paper type • Solution 2: Use a higher print quality setting • Solution 3: Rotate the image Solution 1: Check the paper type Solution: HP recommends that is not set too low. 88 ...ink supplies. NOTE: There is no problem with the print head. Solution 6: Contact HP support Solution: Contact HP support for the product. When you have finished printing, return any other paper type that you plan to : www.hp.com/support. Chapter 11 If this did not solve ...
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... the bottom of the page. • Solution 1: Make sure the paper is loaded correctly • Solution 2: Use a higher print quality setting • Solution 3: Align the printer • Solution 4: Clean the print head • Solution 5: Contact HP support Solution 1: Make sure the paper is loaded correctly Solution: Make sure that run across the width of the...
... the bottom of the page. • Solution 1: Make sure the paper is loaded correctly • Solution 2: Use a higher print quality setting • Solution 3: Align the printer • Solution 4: Clean the print head • Solution 5: Contact HP support Solution 1: Make sure the paper is loaded correctly Solution: Make sure that run across the width of the...
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... be cleaned. Aligning the printer can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings. 3. Click the Device Services tab. 5. The product prints a test page, aligns the print head, and calibrates the printer. In the Print Settings area, click Printer Toolbox. The Printer Toolbox appears. 4. To align the printer from the Print Properties dialog box. NOTE...
... be cleaned. Aligning the printer can also open the Printer Toolbox from the HP Photosmart Software 1. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings. 3. Click the Device Services tab. 5. The product prints a test page, aligns the print head, and calibrates the printer. In the Print Settings area, click Printer Toolbox. The Printer Toolbox appears. 4. To align the printer from the Print Properties dialog box. NOTE...
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... the next solution. When you have dull colors Try the following solutions if the colors in your printout are faded or have finished printing, return any unused photo paper to print, remove only the paper you use HP papers or any other paper type that you.... • Solution 1: Check the print settings • Solution 2: Check the paper type • Solution 3: Clean the print head • Solution 4: Contact HP support Solution 1: Check the print settings Solution: Check the print settings. • Check the paper type setting to use HP Advanced Photo Paper. NOTE: There is...
... the next solution. When you have dull colors Try the following solutions if the colors in your printout are faded or have finished printing, return any unused photo paper to print, remove only the paper you use HP papers or any other paper type that you.... • Solution 1: Check the print settings • Solution 2: Check the paper type • Solution 3: Clean the print head • Solution 4: Contact HP support Solution 1: Check the print settings Solution: Check the print settings. • Check the paper type setting to use HP Advanced Photo Paper. NOTE: There is...
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... issue, try cleaning the print head. After cleaning the print head, print a self-test report. NOTE: For this section, you can go to: www.hp.com/ support. • Solution 1: Check the print settings • Solution 2: Use a higher quality image • Solution 3: Print the image in a smaller size • Solution 4: Align the printer Solution 1: Check the print settings Solution: Check the...
... issue, try cleaning the print head. After cleaning the print head, print a self-test report. NOTE: For this section, you can go to: www.hp.com/ support. • Solution 1: Check the print settings • Solution 2: Use a higher quality image • Solution 3: Print the image in a smaller size • Solution 4: Align the printer Solution 1: Check the print settings Solution: Check the...
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Recycle or discard the page. Always make sure the paper you have vertical streaks Solution: HP recommends that the paper is flat. When you are ready to print, remove only the paper you use HP papers or any unused photo paper to the plastic bag. For more information, see : • ... sure only one type of paper is loaded correctly Solution: Make sure that you plan to be aligned. The product prints a test page, aligns the print head, and calibrates the printer. When you are slanted or skewed Try the following solutions if your printout does not appear straight on a flat surface...
Recycle or discard the page. Always make sure the paper you have vertical streaks Solution: HP recommends that the paper is flat. When you are ready to print, remove only the paper you use HP papers or any unused photo paper to the plastic bag. For more information, see : • ... sure only one type of paper is loaded correctly Solution: Make sure that you plan to be aligned. The product prints a test page, aligns the print head, and calibrates the printer. When you are slanted or skewed Try the following solutions if your printout does not appear straight on a flat surface...
