首次安装和使用 HP Photosmart 打印机时,请确保安装打印机随附的墨盒。这
些墨盒中的墨水配方独特,可与打印头组件中的墨水混合使用。
1
出纸盒
2
纸张宽度导轨
3
纸张长度导板
请在放入纸张时让裁边朝外。
1
纸张宽度导轨
2
纸张长度导板
购买替换墨盒
购买替换墨盒时,请参考本手册封底列出的墨盒编号。墨盒编号会因国家/地区
而异。
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墨盒提示
注意 如果您已使用过几次打印机,并且已安装 HP Photosmart 打印机软
件,您也可以在打印机软件中找到墨盒编号。Windows 用户:右键单击
Windows 任务栏中的“HP Digital Imaging Monitor”图标,然后选
择“启动/显示 HP 解决方案中心”。选择“设置”、“打印设置”,然
后选择“打印机工具箱”。单击“估计墨水量”选项卡,然后单击“墨盒
详细信息”。要订购墨盒,请单击“在线购物”。Mac 用户:在 Dock 中
点按“HP Photosmart Studio”。在 HP Photosmart Studio 任务栏中,
点按“设备”。从“信息和设置”弹出菜单中,选择“维护打印机”,然
后点按“启动实用程序”。在“配置设置”列表中,点按“耗材信息”。
HP Vivera 墨水提供逼真的照片效果和出色的防褪色功能,生成的色彩鲜明而且
更为持久。HP Vivera 墨水配方独特,并且经受了质量、纯度和防褪色等方面的
科学检验。
为获得最佳打印效果,HP 建议您使用原装 HP 墨盒。原装 HP 墨盒是专门为 HP
打印机设计的,并且经过严格测试,可帮助您随时轻松获得卓越的打印效果。
注意 HP 无法担保非 HP 墨水的质量和可靠性。由于使用非 HP 墨水导
致的打印机故障或损坏不在保修范围内。
墨盒
1
请勿将异物插入这些孔中
小心 防止墨水渗漏或溢出:运送打印机时让墨盒保持在安装位置,并避
免让用过的墨盒留在打印机外过长时间。
墨盒保修信息
HP 墨盒保修条款适用于在其专用 HP 打印设备上使用的产品。该保修条款不适
用于经重新灌注、改装、翻新、使用不当或恶意损坏的 HP 墨水产品。
在保修期之内,只要 HP 墨水未用完而且没有过保修期的产品均适用于保修条
款。以 YYYY/MM/DD(年/月/日)格式表示的保修截止日期可以在产品上找
到,如图所示:
从 HP Photosmart 直接打印数码
相机直接打印到打印机。有关详细
信息,请参阅从数码相机打印照片
和相机文档。
从 PictBridge 兼容型数码相机直接打
印到打印机。
有关详细信息,请参阅从数码相机打
印照片和相机文档。
从具有 Bluetooth 无线技术的任何设备
(例如数码相机、可拍照手机或 PDA)
打印到打印机。
如果您通过相机端口将可选的 HP
Bluetooth 无线打印机适配器连接到打
印机,请确保已根据需要设置了
Bluetooth 打印机菜单选项。
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将照片保存到计算机
如果您在计算机与打印机之间建立了 USB 连接,则可以将照片从连接到打印机
相机端口的数码相机保存到计算机。
如果使用 Windows 计算机:
1. 将数码相机连接到打印机的相机端口。
2. 按下打印机上的 HP Photosmart Express 按钮。
3. 在计算机上的 HP Photosmart Express 中单击“保存”按钮。
4. 按照屏幕说明将照片从已连接的相机保存到计算机。
如果使用 Macintosh:
1. 将数码相机连接到打印机的相机端口。
2. 等待默认的图像管理应用程序(例如 iPhoto)启动并读取相机上的内容。
3. 点按“导入”将相机上的照片保存到 Macintosh。
通过 HP Photosmart 共享连接
使用 HP Photosmart 共享,通过电子邮件、在线相册或在线照片冲印服务与亲
友共享照片。您必须通过 USB 电缆将打印机连接到计算机,该计算机必须可以
访问 Internet 并且已安装了全部 HP 软件。如果要使用“共享”功能,但没有安
装或配置需要的全部软件,则会出现一条信息,提示您完成所需步骤。
使用“共享”(USB) 功能发送照片(Windows 用户):
1. 将数码相机连接到打印机的相机端口。
2. 按下打印机上的 HP Photosmart Express 按钮。
3. 在计算机上的 HP Photosmart Express 中单击“共享”按钮。
4. 按照计算机上的说明与他人共享选择的照片。
使用“共享”(USB) 功能发送照片(Mac 用户)
1. 打开“HP Photosmart Studio”,然后选择要共享的照片。有关
HP Photosmart Studio 的详细信息,请参阅 HP Photosmart Premier
(Windows)。
2. 在 HP Photosmart Studio 任务栏中,点按“共享”。
3. 点按“继续”,然后按照计算机上的说明与他人共享选择的照片。
有关使用 HP Photosmart 共享的详细信息,请参阅软件的屏幕帮助。
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从计算机打印
要从计算机打印,必须安装打印机软件。软件安装过程中,在您的计算机上会安
装 HP Photosmart Premier(Windows 完全安装用户)、HP PhotosmartEssential(Windows 快速安装用户)或 HP Photosmart Studio (Mac),您可以
组织、共享、编辑并打印照片。
HP Photosmart Essential (Windows)、HP Photosmart Studio (Mac) 和 HP
Photosmart 共享。
HP Photosmart Premier (Windows)
HP Photosmart Premier 是一个易于使用的软件程序,除了基本的照片编辑和打
印外,它还为您提供一切需要的功能使您在处理照片时获得无穷乐趣。您也可以
通过该软件使用 HP Photosmart 共享以便轻松共享照片。HP PhotosmartPremier 只适用于 Windows 用户。
打开 HP Photosmart Premier(Windows 用户)
双击桌面上的“HP Photosmart Premier”图标。如果需要帮助,请参阅
➔
HP Photosmart Premier 中的软件帮助。
浏览 HP Photosmart Premier 的众多功能:
●
查看 — 以多种尺寸和方式查看照片。轻松组织和管理照片。
●
编辑 — 裁剪照片和修正有红眼的照片。自动调整和增强不同尺寸和多种布
局的照片。
●
打印 — 以不同尺寸和多种布局打印照片。
●
共享 — 使用 HP Photosmart 共享可以无需大容量附件即可给亲友发送照
片,这是一种更好的电子邮件方式。
●
创建 — 轻松创建相册页、卡片、日历、全景照片、CD 标签,等等。
●
备份 — 备份照片副本以进行存放和保存。
HP Photosmart Essential (Windows)
HP Photosmart Essential 是一个易于使用的软件程序,它为您提供基本的照片
编辑和打印功能。您也可以通过该软件使用 HP Photosmart 共享以便轻松共享
照片。HP Photosmart Essential 只适用于 Windows 用户。
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打开 HP Photosmart Essential(Windows 用户)
双击桌面上的“HP Photosmart Essential”图标。如果需要帮助,请参阅
➔
HP Photosmart Essential 中的软件帮助。
浏览 HP Photosmart Essential 的众多功能:
●
查看 — 以多种尺寸和方式查看照片。轻松组织和管理照片。
●
编辑 — 裁剪照片和修正有红眼的照片。自动调整和增强照片使它们更臻完
美。
●
打印 — 打印不同尺寸和多种布局的照片。
●
共享 — 使用 HP Photosmart 共享可以无需大容量附件即可给亲友发送照
片,这是一种更好的电子邮件方式。
HP Photosmart Studio (Mac)
点按 Dock 中的“HP Photosmart Studio”图标。
➔
从 HP Photosmart Studio 访问 HP Photosmart Mac 软件,并浏览该软件的众多
功能:
●
导入 - 从 HP 数码相机导入照片或视频。
●
查看和管理 - 查看、组织和管理照片及视频。
●
编辑 - 调整和增强图像。
●
幻灯片演示 - 创建照片的在线幻灯片。
●
全景 - 从多幅图像创建单幅全景图像。
●
创建 - 创建相册页、卡片、标签、海报、条幅等。
●
打印 - 以标准尺寸或索引页格式打印照片或视频帧。
●
共享 - 无需要大量的附件即可将照片发送给亲友。
●
订购 - 在线订购打印件和礼品。
HP Photosmart 共享
HP Photosmart 共享可以在不使用大量电子邮件附件的情况下将照片发送给亲
友。有关详细信息,请参阅通过 HP Photosmart 共享连接以及 HP PhotosmartPremier、HP Photosmart Essential 或 HP Photosmart Mac 帮助。
打开 HP Photosmart 共享(Windows 用户)
在 HP Photosmart Premier 或 HP Photosmart Essential 中单击“HP
➔
Photosmart 共享”选项卡。
打开 HP Photosmart 共享(Mac 用户)
在 HP Photosmart Studio 中,选择要共享的照片,然后点按工具栏中
➔
的“共享”按钮。
设置打印首选项
打印首选项已有默认设置,但可以根据需要进行更改。从计算机打印时可以设置
特定作业的打印设置。如果您在打印前更改设置,则这些更改只影响当前的打印
作业。在有些 Windows 软件程序中,您需要在“打印”对话框中单击“属
性”或“首选项”以访问高级打印功能。有关打印首选项的详细信息,请参阅电
子版帮助。
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访问打印首选项(Windows 用户)
1. 通常可以从“文件”菜单选择“打印”来打开“打印”对话框。
2. 更改“打印”对话框各选项卡中的打印首选项,或者单击“属性”或“首选
项”以访问其他打印首选项。
访问打印首选项(Mac 用户)
1. 通常可以从“文件”菜单选择“打印”来打开“打印”对话框。
2. 通过在“份数和页数”下拉菜单中选择要更改的打印选项来更改“打印”对
话框中的打印首选项。
有关更改打印首选项的详细信息,请参阅电子版帮助。
打开电子版帮助
Windows 用户:
●
在键盘上按 F1。
●
要获得字段级的帮助,请单击“打印”对话框中右上角的“?”。
Mac 用户:
1. 从“Finder”中,选择“帮助” > “Mac 帮助”。
2. 从“库”菜单选择“HP Photosmart Mac 帮助”,然后在“HP Photosmart
Mac 帮助”列表中选择打印机名称。
HP Real Life 技术功能
浏览 HP Real Life 技术软件功能中的众多照片编辑和增强选项。这些功能(例
如自动消除红眼和适应性照明)可以让您轻松打印高质量照片。
共有三个可用选项:
●
“基本”设置可以增强图像,并提高低分辨率图像(例如,从 Internet 下载
的图像)的质量和清晰度。
●
使用“完整”设置来修补曝光不足、曝光过度、含有暗区、红眼或褪色的照
片。
●
使用“关闭”设置在软件程序中手动编辑图像,例如,HP Photosmart 软
件。
访问 Real Life 技术功能(Windows 用户)
1. 通常可以从“文件”菜单选择“打印”来打开“打印”对话框。
2. 单击“纸张/质量”选项卡,然后单击“Real Life 数字摄影”按钮 - 或 - 单
击“属性”或“首选项”按钮,单击“功能”选项卡,然后从“Real Life 数
字摄影”区域的“照片修补”下拉菜单中选择“基本”(默认)、“完
全”或“关闭”。
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Thank you for purchasing an HP Photosmart D6100 series printer! With this new photo
printer you can print beautiful photos, save photos to a computer, and create fun and
easy projects with or without a computer.
This guide primarily explains how to print without connecting a computer. To learn how
to print from a computer, install the printer software and view the electronic Help. For an
overview of using a computer and the printer together, see Printing from a computer. For
information about installing the software, see the Quick Start Guide.
Home users can learn how to:
●Print borderless photos from the printer or from a computer
●Choose a photo layout
●Convert a color photo to black and white, remove red eye, or apply special effects
by using the HP Photosmart software
The printer comes with the following documentation:
●Quick Start Guide: The Quick Start Guide explains how to set up the printer, install
the printer software, and print your first photo.
●User Guide: The User Guide is the book you are reading. This guide describes the
basic features of the printer, explains how to use the printer without connecting a
computer, and contains hardware troubleshooting information.
●Onscreen help: The onscreen HP Photosmart help describes how to use the printer
with a computer and contains software troubleshooting information.
Special features
New features and media make it easier than ever to produce high-quality photos:
●When you use the new HP Advanced Photo Paper (also called HP Photo Paper in
some countries/regions), special sensors in the printer detect a mark on the back of
the paper and automatically select the optimal print settings. For more information
about this new paper, see Choose the right paper.
●HP Real Life technologies make it easy for you to get better photos. Automatic red
eye removal and adaptive lighting to enhance detail in shadows are just a few of the
many technologies included. You can explore the many editing and enhancing
options from the printer software. To learn how to find them in the software, see
HP Real Life technologies features.
Accessing the onscreen HP Photosmart help
After you have installed the HP Photosmart software on a computer, you can view the
onscreen HP Photosmart help:
●Windows: From the Start menu, select Programs (in Windows XP, select All
Programs) > HP Solution Center, and then click Help and Support.
●Macintosh: From the Finder Help menu, choose Mac Help. From the Help
Viewer Library menu, choose HP Photosmart Mac Help.
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Chapter 1
Printer parts
Front of printer
1 Top cover: Lift this cover to access the ink cartridges and to clear paper jams. To lift the cover,
grasp the top cover below the HP logo and pull upward.
2 Output tray: Use this tray to catch your printouts. Lift this tray to access the photo tray.
3 Main tray: Pull out this tray and load paper, transparencies, envelopes, or other media with
the side to be printed facing down.
4 Photo tray: Lift the output tray and load small-size paper up to 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) into
the photo tray for printing with the side to be printed facing down. The paper may be tabbed
or untabbed.
5 On: Press this button to turn on the printer.
6 Camera port: Connect a PictBridge™ digital camera, the optional HP Bluetooth® wireless
printer adapter, or an HP direct-printing camera.
Back of printer
1 Power cord connection: Use this port to connect the power cord included with the printer.
2 USB port: Use this port to connect the printer to a computer.
3 Rear access door: Remove this door to clear paper jams or to install the optional
HP Automatic Two-sided Printing Accessory. See Optional accessories.
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Main and Output trays
1 Paper-width guide: Adjust this guide to fit close to the edge of the paper in the main tray.
2 Output tray: Use this tray to catch your printouts. Lift this tray to access the photo tray.
3 Output tray extender: Pull towards you to extend the output tray to catch your printouts.
4 Main tray: Pull out this tray and load plain paper, transparencies, envelopes, or other media
for printing.
5 Main tray grip: Pull toward you to extend the main tray.
6 Paper-length guide: Adjust this guide to fit close to the end of the paper in the main tray.
Photo tray
1 Paper-width guide: Adjust this guide to fit close to the edge of the paper in the photo tray.
2 Paper-length guide: Adjust this guide to fit close to the end of the paper in the photo tray.
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Chapter 1
Control panel
1 Ink indicator: Indicates missing ink cartridges or low ink.
2 Cancel: Cancel a print job.
3 Resume: Resume a print job or advance paper.
4 HP Photosmart Express: Open HP Photosmart Express on a connected computer.
5 On: Turn on the printer or put it into power save mode.
Indicator lights
1 Ink indicator: Solid amber if any ink cartridge is low on ink. Blinks to indicate various problems
including a missing, damaged, or incorrect cartridge. For more information, see Ink cartridge
errors.
2 Resume: Blinks to indicate that you can press to resume a print job after a problem has
occurred. You need to fix the problem before pressing. For more information, see
Troubleshooting.
3 On light: Solid green if the printer is on, otherwise it is off.
Optional accessories
There are several optional accessories available for the printer that enhance its
convenience. The appearance of the accessories may vary from what is shown.
To purchase supplies, go to:
●www.hpshopping.com (U.S.)
●www.hp.com/go/supplies (Europe)
●www.hp.com/jp/supply_inkjet (Japan)
●www.hp.com/paper (Asia/Pacific)
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Accessory nameDescription
This accessory automatically flips each
page to print on both sides. You will save
money (two-sided printing reduces paper
consumption) and time (no need to
remove the paper and reinsert it to print on
the back), plus you will make bulky
documents more manageable.
This accessory may not be available in all
HP Automatic Two-sided Printing
countries/regions.
Accessory
The HP Bluetooth® wireless printer
adapter goes into the camera port on the
front of the printer. This adapter lets you
use Bluetooth wireless technology for
printing from many Bluetooth-enabled
devices, including digital cameras,
camera phones, and PDAs.
For more information on printing with this
accessory, go to www.hp.com/go/
HP Bluetooth® wireless printer
bluetooth.
adapter
1Insert the Bluetooth adapter into the
front camera port
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Get ready to print
This section includes the following topics:
●Load paper
●Insert ink cartridges
Load paper
Learn how to choose the right paper for your print job and how to load it into the input
tray for printing.
Choose the right paper
Use HP Advanced Photo Paper. It is especially designed to work with the inks in your
printer to create beautiful photos.
For a list of available HP-designed photo paper, or to purchase supplies, go to:
●www.hpshopping.com (U.S.)
●www.hpshopping.ca (Canada)
●www.hp.com/eur/hpoptions (Europe)
●www.hp.com (All other countries/regions)
The printer is set by default to print the best quality photos on HP Advanced Photo Paper.
If you print on a different type of paper, be sure to change the paper type in the print
dialog box. For more information, see Set print preferences.
Paper loading tips
●Load paper with the side to be printed facing down.
●You can print photos and documents on a wide variety of paper sizes, from 8 x 13 cm
(3 x 5 inch) up to 22 x 61 cm (8.5 x 24 inch). The 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) photo paper
is available with and without tabs.
●Before loading paper, pull the out main paper tray and slide out the paper-width and
paper-length guides to make room for the paper. After loading paper, adjust the
guides to fit close to the edges of the paper without bending the paper. When finished
loading paper, push the main tray back in all the way.
●Load only one type and size of paper at a time in the same tray.
●After loading paper, extend the output tray extension to catch your printed pages.
Load the main tray
Any supported photo or plain paper media
1.Extend the main tray.
2.Slide the paper-width and paper-length guides to their outermost positions.
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1 Paper-width guide
2 Paper-length guide
3.Load paper with the side to be printed facing down. Check that the stack of paper
is no higher than the top of the paper-length guide.
4.Adjust the paper-width and paper-length guides inward until they stop at the edges
of the paper.
5.Push the main tray in until it stops.
1 Push in the main tray all the way
Load the photo tray
Photo paper up to 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) with or without tabs, Hagaki cards, A6 cards,
L-size cards
1.Lift the output tray.
2.Pull the photo tray out until it stops.
3.Adjust the paper-width and paper-length guides to make room for the paper.
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1 Output tray
2 Paper-width guide
3 Paper-length guide
4.Load up to 20 sheets of paper into the photo tray with the print side down. If you are
using tabbed paper, insert the paper so the tab is closer to you.
5.Adjust the paper-width and paper-length guides inward until they stop at the edges
of the paper.
1 Paper-width guide
2 Paper-length guide
6.Push in the photo tray.
7.Lower the output tray.
Insert ink cartridges
The first time you set up and use your HP Photosmart printer, make sure to install the
ink cartridges that were shipped with your printer. The ink in these ink cartridges is
specially formulated to mix with the ink in the print head assembly.
Purchasing replacement ink cartridges
When purchasing replacement cartridges, refer to the cartridge numbers that appear on
the back cover of this guide. These cartridge numbers may vary by country/region.
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Note If you have already used the printer several times and you have installed
the HP Photosmart printer software, you can also find the cartridge numbers in
the printer software. Windows users: Right-click the HP Digital Imaging Monitor
icon in the Windows taskbar, and select Launch/Show HP Solution Center.
Select Settings, then Print Settings, and then Printer Toolbox. Click theEstimated Ink Levels tab, and then click Ink Cartridge Information. To order
ink cartridges, click Shop Online. Mac users: Click HP Photosmart Studio in
the Dock. In the HP Photosmart Studio toolbar, click Devices. From theInformation and Settings pop-up menu, choose Maintain Printer and then
click Launch Utility. In the Configuration Settings list, click Supply Info.
Ink cartridge tips
HP Vivera Inks deliver true-to-life photo quality and exceptional fade resistance resulting
in vivid colors that last for generations! HP Vivera Inks are specially-formulated and
scientifically tested for quality, purity and fade resistance.
For optimum printing results, HP recommends using only genuine HP ink cartridges.
Genuine HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily
produce great results, time after time.
Note HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP ink. Printer service
or repairs required as a result of printer failure or damage attributable to the use
of non-HP ink will not be covered under warranty.
Ink cartridge
1 Do not insert objects into these holes
Caution To prevent ink loss or spillage: leave the ink cartridges installed while
transporting the printer, and avoid leaving used ink cartridge(s) out of the printer
for extended lengths of time.
Ink cartridge warranty information
The HP ink cartridge(s) warranty is applicable when the product is used in its designated
HP printing device. This warranty does not cover HP ink products that have been refilled,
remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with.
During the warranty period the product is covered as long as the HP ink is not depleted
and the end of warranty date has not been reached. The end of warranty date, in YYYY/
MM/DD format, may be found on the product as indicated:
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For a copy of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see HP Warranty.
Inserting or replacing the ink cartridges
1.Make sure the power is on, then lift the top cover.
2.Squeeze the gray tab below an ink cartridge slot to release the gray latch inside the
printer, then lift the latch.
The ink cartridge areas are color-coded for easy reference. Lift the latch below the
appropriate color to insert or replace a cartridge. From left to right, the ink cartridges
are black, yellow, light cyan, cyan, light magenta, and magenta.
1 Ink cartridge latch for the black ink cartridge
2 Ink cartridge area for the color ink cartridges
3.If you are replacing a cartridge, remove the old cartridge by pulling it toward you out
of its slot.
Recycle the old cartridge. The HP Inkjet Supplies Recycling Program is available in
many countries/regions and lets you recycle used ink cartridges free of charge. For
more information, go to www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/
inkjet.html.
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4.Remove the new ink cartridge from its packaging, and while holding it by the handle,
slide the ink cartridge into the empty slot.
Make sure you insert the ink cartridge into the slot that has the same shaped icon
and color as the new cartridge. The copper-colored contacts should be facing the
printer as the ink cartridge is inserted.
Note The first time you set up and use the printer, make sure to install the
ink cartridges that were shipped with your printer. The ink in these ink
cartridges is specially formulated to mix with the ink in the print head
assembly.
5.Press down on the gray latch until it clicks into place.
6.Repeat steps 2 through 5 for each ink cartridge you are replacing.
You must install all six cartridges. The printer will not work if an ink cartridge is
missing.
7.Close the top cover.
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Printing photos without a
computer
The HP Photosmart D6100 series printer lets you print photos without even turning on
the computer. Once you've set up the printer using the instructions in the Quick StartGuide, you can connect a PictBridge camera and print your photos using the menu on
the camera. The photos can be in the camera memory or on a memory card in the
camera.
For more information, see Print photos from a digital camera.
Printing photos
You can print photos without a computer in a couple of ways:
●Connect a PictBridge digital camera to the camera port on the front of the printer
●Install the optional HP Bluetooth
camera with Bluetooth wireless technology
Print photos from a digital camera
You can print photos by connecting a PictBridge digital camera directly to the camera
port of the printer with a USB cable. If you have a digital camera with Bluetooth wireless
technology, you can insert the optional HP Bluetooth
printer and send photos to the printer wirelessly.
When you print from a digital camera, the printer uses the settings that you selected on
the camera. For more information, see the documentation that came with the camera.
®
wireless printer adapter and print from a digital
®
wireless printer adapter in the
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To print photos from a…Follow these steps
Digital camera with Bluetooth
wireless technology
If you have a digital camera with
Bluetooth wireless technology,
you can purchase the optional
HP Bluetooth
®
wireless printer
adapter and print from a camera
using a Bluetooth wireless
connection.
You can also print from other
devices with Bluetooth wireless
technology, such as PDAs and
camera phones. For more
information, see Connecting to
other devices and the
documentation that came with
the Bluetooth adapter.
Digital camera with
PictBridge technology
1.Load paper in the photo tray.
2.Insert the HP Bluetooth
®
wireless printer
adapter into the camera port on the front of the
printer.
The light on the adapter flashes when the
adapter is ready to receive data.
3.Follow the instructions in the documentation
that came with the digital camera to send photos
to the printer.
1.Turn on the PictBridge digital camera and select
the photos you want to print.
2.Load paper in the photo tray.
3.Make sure the camera is in PictBridge mode,
then connect it to the camera port on the front
of the printer using the USB cable that came
with the camera.
4.Follow the onscreen instructions on the camera.
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Getting connected
Use the printer to stay connected to other devices and people.
Connecting to other devices
This printer offers several ways of connecting to computers or other devices. Each
connection type lets you do different things.
Connection type and what you need
USB
●A Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 fullspeed compliant cable 3 meters
(10 feet) or less in length. For
instructions about connecting the
printer with a USB cable, see the
Quick Start Guide.
●A computer with Internet access (to
use HP Photosmart Share).
PictBridge
The PictBridge symbol
A PictBridge-compatible digital camera
and a USB cable.
Connect the camera to the camera port on
the front of the printer.
Bluetooth
The optional HP Bluetooth wireless printer
adapter.
If the printer came with this accessory or
you have purchased it separately, see the
accompanying documentation and the
onscreen Help for instructions.
This lets you...
●Print from a computer to the printer.
See Printing from a computer.
●Share photos through HP Photosmart
Share.
●Print directly from an HP Photosmart
direct-printing digital camera to the
printer. For more information, see
Print photos from a digital camera and
the camera documentation.
Print directly from a PictBridge-compatible
digital camera to the printer.
For more information, see Print photos
from a digital camera and the camera
documentation.
Print from any device with Bluetooth
wireless technology—such as a digital
camera, a camera phone, or a PDA—to
the printer.
If you connect the optional HP Bluetooth
wireless printer adapter to the printer
through the camera port, be sure to set the
Bluetooth printer menu options as
needed.
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Saving photos to a computer
You can save photos to a computer from a digital camera connected to the camera port
of the printer, if you set up a USB connection between the computer and the printer.
If you are using a Windows computer:
1.Connect a digital camera to the camera port of the printer.
2.Press the HP Photosmart Express button on the printer.
3.Click the Save button in HP Photosmart Express on the computer.
4.Follow the onscreen instructions to save photos from the connected camera to the
computer.
If you are using a Macintosh:
1.Connect a digital camera to the camera port of the printer.
2.Wait for the default image management application, such as iPhoto, to start and read
the contents of the camera.
3.Click Import to save the photos on the camera to your Macintosh.
Connecting through HP Photosmart Share
Use HP Photosmart Share to share photos with friends and relatives using e-mail, online
albums, or an online photo finishing service. Your printer must be connected through a
USB cable to a computer with Internet access and have all the HP software installed. If
you try to use Share and do not have all the required software installed or configured, a
message prompts you through the required steps.
Use Share (USB) to send photos (Windows users):
1.Connect a digital camera to the camera port of the printer.
2.Press the HP Photosmart Express button on the printer.
3.Click the Share button in HP Photosmart Express on the computer.
4.Follow the instructions on your computer to share the selected photos with others.
Use Share (USB) to send photos (Mac users)
1.Open HP Photosmart Studio and select photos to share. For information about
HP Photosmart Studio, see HP Photosmart Premier (Windows).
2.In the HP Photosmart Studio toolbar, click Share.
3.Click Continue, and follow the instructions on your computer to share the selected
photos with others.
See the onscreen software help for more information about using HP Photosmart Share.
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Printing from a computer
To print from a computer, the printer software must be installed. During software
installation, either HP Photosmart Premier (Windows Full-install users), HP Photosmart
Essential (Windows Express-install users) or the HP Photosmart Studio (Mac) is installed
on your computer, allowing you to organize, share, edit, and print photos.
For more information on installing the software, see the Quick Start Guide. Update the
software regularly to ensure you have the latest features and improvements; for
instructions, see Update the software.
To work with photos, you need to transfer them to a computer that is connected to the
printer. See Saving photos to a computer.
Note Windows users: HP Photosmart Premier can only be used on computers
with processors that have Intel
®
Pentium® III (or equivalent) and higher.
Using creative options in the printer software
Read through these tips on how to open and use HP Photosmart Premier (Windows),
HP Photosmart Essential (Windows), HP Photosmart Studio (Mac), and HP Photosmart
Share.
HP Photosmart Premier (Windows)
HP Photosmart Premier is an easy-to-use software program that gives you everything
you need to have fun with your photos, in addition to basic photo editing and printing.
This software also gives you access to HP Photosmart Share so that you can easily share
your photos. HP Photosmart Premier is only available to Windows users.
Open HP Photosmart Premier (Windows users)
Double-click the HP Photosmart Premier icon on your desktop. If you need help,
➔
see the software help within HP Photosmart Premier.
Explore the many features of HP Photosmart Premier:
●View — View photos in multiple sizes and ways. Easily organize and manage your
photos.
●Edit — Crop your photos and fix photos with red eye. Automatically adjust and
enhance your photos in different sizes and in multiple layouts.
●Print — Print your photos in different sizes and in multiple layouts.
●Share — Send photos to family and friends without the bulky attachments using HP
Photosmart Share, a better way to send e-mail.
●Create — Easily create album pages, cards, calendars, panoramic photos, CD
labels, and more.
●Back-up — Make back-up copies of your photos to store and save.
HP Photosmart Essential (Windows)
HP Photosmart Essential is an easy-to-use software program that gives you basic photo
editing and printing capabilities. This software also gives you access to HP Photosmart
Share so that you can easily share your photos. HP Photosmart Essential is only
available for Windows users.
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Open HP Photosmart Essential (Windows users)
Double-click the HP Photosmart Essential icon on your desktop. If you need help,
➔
see the software help within HP Photosmart Essential.
Explore the many features of HP Photosmart Essential:
●View — View photos in multiple sizes and ways. Easily organize and manage your
photos.
●Edit — Crop your photos and fix photos with red eye. Automatically adjust and
enhance your photos to make them perfect.
●Print — Print your photos in different sizes and in multiple layouts.
●Share — Send photos to family and friends without the bulky attachments with HP
Photosmart Share, a better way to send e-mail.
HP Photosmart Studio (Mac)
Click the HP Photosmart Studio icon in the Dock.
➔
Explore the many features of the HP Photosmart Mac software that is accessible from
the HP Photosmart Studio:
●Import — Import photos or videos from an HP digital camera.
●View and Manage — View, organize, and manage your photos and videos.
●Edit — Adjust and enhance your images.
●Slideshow — Create an online slideshow of your photos.
●Panorama — Create a single panoramic image from several images.
●Create — Create album pages, cards, labels, posters, banners, and more.
●Print — Print your photos and frames from video in standard sizes or in index sheet
format.
●Share — Send photos to family and friends without the bulky attachments.
●Shop — Order online prints and gifts.
HP Photosmart Share
HP Photosmart Share allows you to send photos to family and friends without bulky email attachments. For more information, see Connecting through HP Photosmart
Share and the HP Photosmart Premier, HP Photosmart Essential, or HP Photosmart Mac
help.
Open HP Photosmart Share (Windows users)
Click the HP Photosmart Share tab within HP Photosmart Premier or
➔
HP Photosmart Essential.
Open HP Photosmart Share (Mac users)
In HP Photosmart Studio, select photos to share, and then click the Share button in
➔
the toolbar.
Set print preferences
Print preferences are set by default, but can be altered to suit your needs. You can set
specific job settings when you print from the computer. When you change settings before
printing, the changes only affect the current print job. In some Windows software
programs, you need to click Properties or Preferences within the Print dialog box to
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access the advanced printing features. See the electronic Help for more information
about printing preferences.
Access print preferences (Windows users)
1.Open the Print dialog box, usually by selecting Print from the File menu.
2.Change the printing preferences in the Print dialog box tabs, or click Properties
or Preferences to access more printing preferences.
Access print preferences (Mac users)
1.Open the Print dialog box, usually by selecting Print from the File menu.
2.Change the printing preferences in the Print dialog box by selecting the print options
you want to change in the Copies & Pages drop-down menu.
For more information on changing the printing preferences, see the electronic Help.
Open the electronic help
Windows users:
●Press F1 on your keyboard.
●For field-level help, click the ? in the top right corner of the Print dialog box.
Mac users:
1.From the Finder, choose Help > Mac Help.
2.Choose HP Photosmart Mac Help from the Library menu, and then choose the
printer name in the HP Photosmart Mac Help table of contents.
HP Real Life technologies features
Explore the many photo editing and enhancing options in the HP Real Life technologies
software features. These features—such as automatic red eye removal and adaptive
lighting—make it easy for you to print high-quality photos.
There are three options available:
●The Basic setting sharpens images and improves the quality and clarity of low
resolution images, such as those downloaded from the Internet.
●The Full setting improves images that are under exposed or over exposed, contain
dark areas or red eye, or have colors that appear washed out.
●The Off setting lets you edit the image manually in a software program such as
HP Photosmart software.
Access Real Life technologies features (Windows users)
1.Open the Print dialog box, usually by selecting Print from the File menu.
2.Click the Paper/Quality tab, then click the Real Life Digital Photography button
—OR— Click the Properties or Preferences button, click the Features tab, and
then choose Basic (the default), Full, or Off from the Photo Fix drop-down menu
in the Real Life Digital Photography area.
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Access Real Life technologies features (Mac users)
1.Open the Print dialog box, usually by selecting Print from the File menu.
2.Select Real Life Digital Photography from the Copies & Pages drop-down menu.
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Care and maintenance
The printer requires very little maintenance. Follow the guidelines in this section to extend
the life span of the printer and printing supplies, and to ensure that the photos you print
are always of the highest quality.
●Clean and maintain the printer
●Update the software
●Store and transport the printer and ink cartridges
●Maintain the quality of photo paper
Clean and maintain the printer
Keep the printer and ink cartridges clean and well maintained using the simple
procedures in this section.
Clean the outside of the printer
1.Turn off the printer, then disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer.
2.Wipe the outside of the printer with a soft cloth that has been lightly moistened with
water.
Caution Do not use any type of cleaning solution. Household cleaners and
detergents may damage the printer finish. Do not clean the interior of the printer.
Keep all fluids away from the interior. Do not lubricate the metal rod on which the
print head slides. Noise is normal when the print head moves back and forth.
Aligning the printer
Use the following procedure when the self test report shows streaking or white lines
through any of the blocks of color.
If you still have print quality problems after aligning the printer, try cleaning the print head
using the procedure described in Care and maintenance. If print quality problems persist
after aligning and cleaning, contact HP Customer Support.
If you are using a Windows computer:
1.Load letter or A4 unused plain white paper into the main tray.
2.From the Windows Start menu, select HP > HP Solution Center.
4.Click Print a Sample Page and follow the onscreen instructions.
If you are using a Macintosh:
1.Load paper in the main tray. Use plain paper to conserve photo paper.
2.Click HP Device Manager in the Dock.
3.From the Information and Settings pop-up menu, choose Maintain Printer.
4.Click Launch Utility.
5.In the Configuration Settings area of the HP Printer Utility window, click Sample
Page, and then Print Sample Page.
Automatically clean the printhead
If you notice white lines or streaks on the photos you print, or in the color blocks of the
self test report, use this procedure to clean the print head. Do not clean the print head
unnecessarily, as this wastes ink and shortens the life of the ink nozzles on the print
head.
If you are using a Windows computer:
1.Load letter or A4 unused plain white paper into the main tray.
2.From the Windows Start menu, select HP > HP Solution Center.
4.Click Clean the Printheads and follow the onscreen instructions.
If you are using a Macintosh:
1.Load letter or A4 unused plain white paper into the main tray.
2.Click HP Device Manager in the Dock.
3.From the Information and Settings pop-up menu, choose Maintain Printer.
4.Click Launch Utility.
5.In the Configuration Settings area of the HP Printer Utility window, click Clean,
and then click Clean again in the right section of the window.
If print quality still seems poor after you clean the print head, try aligning the printer using
the procedure described in Aligning the printer. If print quality problems persist after
cleaning and aligning, contact HP support.
Manually clean the ink cartridge contacts
Clean the copper-colored ink cartridge contacts if a message appears on the computer
screen that says a cartridge is missing or damaged.
Before cleaning the ink cartridge contacts, remove the ink cartridge and verify that
nothing is covering the ink cartridge contacts or the ink cartridge slot, then reinstall the
ink cartridge. If you continue to get a message that says a cartridge is missing or
damaged, clean the ink cartridge contacts. If you still get this message after cleaning the
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contacts, you will need a replacement ink cartridge. Remove the affected ink cartridge
and look at the end-of-warranty date on the bottom, in YYYY/MMM/DD format. If it is
before the end-of-warranty date, contact HP support to obtain a replacement ink
cartridge.
To clean the ink cartridge contacts:
1.Gather the following items to clean the contacts:
–Distilled, filtered, or bottled water (tap water may contain contaminants that can
damage the ink cartridge)
Caution Do not use platen cleaners or alcohol to clean the ink cartridge
contacts. These can damage the ink cartridge or the HP Photosmart.
–Dry foam rubber swabs, lint-free cloth, or any soft material that will not come
apart or leave fibers.
2.Open the top cover of the printer.
3.Squeeze the gray tab below an ink cartridge slot to release the gray latch inside the
printer, then lift the latch.
Caution Do not remove multiple ink cartridges at the same time. Remove
and clean each ink cartridge one at a time. Do not leave the ink cartridge
outside the printer for more than 30 minutes.
4.Lightly moisten a swab or cloth with water and squeeze out any excess water.
5.Hold the ink cartridge by its handle and gently wipe only the copper-colored contacts
with the swab or cloth.
1 Gently wipe only the copper-colored contacts
6.Place the ink cartridge back into the empty slot and press down on the gray latch
until it clicks into place.
7.Repeat if necessary for the other ink cartridges.
8.Close the top cover.
Caution The ink supply may become pressurized. Inserting a foreign object into
the ink supply could result in ink being expelled and coming in contact with
persons or property.
Print a self test report
If you are experiencing problems with printing, print a self test report. This report can help
you diagnose printing problems and can provide valuable information if you need to call
HP customer support. You can also use this report to check on the approximate
percentage of ink remaining in the ink cartridges.
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If you are using a Windows computer:
1.Load paper in the main tray. Use plain paper to conserve photo paper.
2.From the Windows Start menu, select HP > HP Solution Center.
4.Click Print a Diagnostic Page and follow the onscreen instructions.
If you are using a Macintosh:
1.Load letter or A4 unused plain white paper into the main tray.
2.Click HP Device Manager in the Dock.
3.From the Information and Settings pop-up menu, choose Maintain Printer.
4.Click Launch Utility.
5.In the Configuration Settings area of the HP Printer Utility window, click Test, and
then click Print Test Page in the right section of the window.
The HP Photosmart prints a two-page self test report that contains the following
information:
●Product information: Includes the model number, serial number, and other product
information.
●Revision information: Includes the firmware version number and indicates whether
or not you have an HP two-sided printing accessory (duplexer) installed.
●Ink delivery system information: Displays the approximate ink level of each
installed ink cartridge, the status of each ink cartridge, the date each cartridge was
installed, and the expiration date for each cartridge.
●Print head assembly information: Contains information that may be used for
diagnostic purposes if you need to call HP customer support.
●Print head parameters: Contains information that may be used for diagnostic
purposes if you need to call HP customer support.
●Print quality pattern: Displays six color blocks, representing each of the six
installed cartridges. When streaks appear through the color blocks, or there are
missing color blocks, clean the print head using the procedure described in Care
and maintenance. If the color blocks still show print quality problems after cleaning
the print head, align the printer using the procedure described in Aligning the
printer. If the color blocks continue to show print quality problems after cleaning and
aligning, contact HP support.
●History log: Contains information that may be used for diagnostic purposes if you
need to call HP customer support.
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Self test report
Update the software
Download the latest printer software update periodically to ensure you have the latest
features and improvements. You can download printer software updates by going to
www.hp.com/support or by using HP Software Update.
Note The printer software update that you download from the HP web site does
not update the HP Photosmart Premier software.
Downloading the software (Windows)
Note Make sure you are connected to the Internet before you use HP Software
Update.
1.From the Windows Start menu, select Programs (in Windows XP, select AllPrograms) > Hewlett-Packard > HP Software Update. The HP Software Update
window opens.
2.Click Check Now. HP Software Update searches the HP web site for printer
software updates. If the computer does not have the most recent version of the
printer software installed, a software update appears in the HP Software Update
window.
Note If the computer has the most recent version of the printer software
installed, the following message appears in the HP Software Update window:
“No updates are available for your system at this time”.
3.If a software update is available, click the checkbox next to the software update to
select it.
4.Click Install.
5.Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
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Downloading the software (Mac)
Note Make sure you are connected to the Internet before you use
HP Photosmart Updater.
1.From the Finder, choose Go > Applications.
2.Choose Hewlett-Packard > Photosmart > HP Photosmart Updater.
3.Follow the onscreen instructions to check for software updates.
If you are behind a firewall, you need to enter the proxy server information in the
updater.
Store and transport the printer and ink cartridges
Protect the printer and ink cartridges by storing them properly when you are not using
them.
Store and transport the printer
The printer is built to withstand long or short periods of inactivity. Store the printer indoors
out of direct sunlight in a place without temperature extremes.
Caution To prevent ink loss or spillage: do not transport or store the printer on
its side, and leave the ink cartridges installed while storing and transporting the
printer.
Store and transport the ink cartridges
When you transport or store the printer, always leave the active ink cartridge inside the
printer to prevent the ink from drying out.
Caution 1 To prevent ink loss or spillage: leave the ink cartridges installed while
storing and transporting the printer, and avoid leaving used ink cartridge(s) out of
the printer for extended lengths of time.
Caution 2 Make sure the printer completes its power-down cycle before you
unplug the power cord. This allows the printer to store the print head properly.
Follow this tip to help maintain your HP ink cartridges and ensure consistent print quality:
Keep all unused ink cartridges in their original sealed packages until they are needed.
Store ink cartridges at room temperature (15-35 °C or 59-95 °F).
Maintain the quality of photo paper
For best results with photo paper, follow the guidelines in this section.
To store photo paper
●Store the photo paper in its original packaging or in a resealable plastic bag.
●Store the packaged photo paper on a flat, cool, and dry surface.
●Return unused photo paper to the plastic bag. Paper left in the printer or exposed
to the elements may curl.
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To handle photo paper
●Always hold photo paper by the edges to avoid fingerprints.
●If the photo paper has curled edges, place it in its plastic storage bag and gently
bend it in the opposite direction of the curl until the paper lies flat.
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Troubleshooting
The HP Photosmart printer is designed to be reliable and easy to use. This chapter
answers frequently asked questions about using the printer and printing without a
computer. It contains information about the following topics:
●Printer hardware problems
●Printing problems
●Error messages
For additional troubleshooting information, see:
●Software installation troubleshooting: The Quick Start guide that came with the
printer.
●Printer software and printing from a computer troubleshooting: The onscreen
HP Photosmart Printer Help. For information about viewing the onscreen
HP Photosmart Printer Help, see Welcome.
Printer hardware problems
Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online
support services at www.hp.com/support.
Note If you want to connect the printer to a computer with a USB cable, HP
recommends using a 2.0 high-speed compliant cable 3 meters (10 feet) or less
in length.
The On light is flashing but the printer is not printing
Solution The printer is busy processing information; wait for it to finish.
The printer is plugged in but will not turn on
Solution
●The printer may have drawn too much power. Unplug the printer power cord.
Wait about 10 seconds, then plug the cord back in. Turn on the printer.
●The printer may be plugged into a power strip that is turned off. Turn on the
power strip, then turn on the printer.
●The power cord could be defective. Make sure the green light on the power cord
is lit.
The printer makes noises when I turn it on, or starts making noises after sitting
unused for a while
Solution The printer may make noises after long periods of inactivity
(approximately 2 weeks), when its power supply has been interrupted and then
restored, or when ink cartridges have been replaced. This is normal operation. The
printer is performing an automatic maintenance procedure to ensure it produces the
best quality output.
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All the lights are flashing on the printer
Solution The printer has encountered a hardware error and may need to be
serviced. Unplug the power cord to the printer. Wait about 10 seconds, and then
plug it in again. Turn on the printer. If the lights are still flashing, please go to
www.hp.com/support, or contact HP Support for help.
Printing problems
Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online
support services at www.hp.com/support.
The printer does not print borderless photos when I print from a digital camera
Solution Make sure you have photo paper in the photo tray. The printer only uses
media from the photo tray (not main tray) when printing from a digital camera.
Printing is very slow
Solution You may have one of the following situations: 1) you may be printing a
PDF or a project containing high-resolution graphics or photos or 2) you may have
selected the highest resolution for your printout. Large, complex projects containing
graphics or photos print slower than text documents, especially at higher resolutions.
Paper does not feed into the printer correctly from the main tray
Solution
●There may be too much paper loaded in the tray. Remove some paper and try
printing again.
●The main tray may not be pushed in all the way. Push the main tray all the way
in.
●The paper guides may not be adjusted correctly. Make sure the paper-width
and paper-length guides fit close to the edges of the paper without bending the
paper.
●Two or more pieces of paper may be sticking together. Remove the paper from
the main tray, fan the edges of the stack to separate the sheets of paper, then
reload the paper and try printing again.
●If the paper is wrinkled or bent, try using different paper.
●The paper may be too thin or too thick. Use HP inkjet paper for best results. For
more information, see Choose the right paper.
Printed pages are dropping off of the output tray
Solution Always extend the output tray extension when you print.
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Print jobs using the photo tray do not print
Solution The photo tray may not be properly engaged in the printer. Lift the output
tray up and verify that the photo tray is pushed in until it stops and then lower the
output tray. Press Resume.
The printout is rippled or curled
Solution The project you are printing uses a larger amount of ink than normal.
Print the project from a computer, and use the printer software to lower the ink
saturation level. See the onscreen HP Photosmart help for more information.
The document printed at an angle or is off-center
Solution
●The paper may not be loaded correctly. Reload the paper, making sure it is
correctly oriented in the main tray and that the paper-width and paper-length
guides fit close to the edges of the paper. For paper-loading instructions, see
Paper loading tips.
●If you are using a two-sided printing accessory, try removing it and printing
again.
●The printer may need to be aligned. For more information, see Aligning the
printer.
Colors are not printing satisfactorily
Solution
●The printer may need to be aligned. For more information, see Aligning the
printer.
●The print head may need to be cleaned. For more information, see Care and
maintenance.
No page came out of the printer or the paper jammed while printing
Solution
●The printer may need attention. If the printer is connected to a computer, check
the computer screen for instructions.
●The power may be off or there may be a loose connection. Make sure the power
is on and the power cord is securely connected.
●You may not have any paper in the main tray or photo tray. Check that the paper
is loaded correctly. For paper-loading instructions, see Paper loading tips.
●If the paper jammed while printing, try the following:
–Turn off the printer, then unplug it from the power source. Clear the printer
of any paper obstructing the paper path. Remove the rear access door.
Gently remove the jammed paper from the printer, then replace the rear
access door. If all jammed paper cannot be removed from the rear area of
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the printer, try removing paper jammed in the middle of the printer by
opening the paper jam door located inside the top cover. For illustrations
of the two places to clear a paper jam, see Paper errors. When you are
finished clearing the paper jam, plug the printer back in, turn it on, and try
printing again.
–If you were printing labels, make sure a label did not become unglued from
the label sheet while going through the printer.
A blank page came out of the printer
Solution
●You may have begun printing and then cancelled the print job.
If you cancelled the print job before printing started, the printer may have already
loaded paper in preparation for printing. The next time you print, the printer
ejects the blank page before starting the new printing project.
●A print job with a large amount of data may have been sent to the printer.
Wait for the printer to service the print head before it continues printing.
The photo did not print using the default print settings
Solution You may have changed the print settings for the photo. Print settings you
apply to an individual photo on a camera override the default print settings. Discard
all print settings that have been applied to an individual photo by deselecting the
photo on the camera. For more information, see the documentation that came with
the camera.
The printer ejects the paper when preparing to print
Solution Direct sunlight could be interfering with the operation of the automatic
paper sensor. Move the printer out of direct sunlight.
Print quality is poor
Solution
●Use photo paper designed for the printer. For best results, use the papers
recommended in Choose the right paper.
●You may be printing on the wrong side of the paper. Make sure the paper is
loaded with the side to be printed facing down.
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●You may have selected a low-resolution setting on the digital camera. Reduce
the size of the image and try printing again. For better results in the future, set
the digital camera to a higher photo resolution.
●There may be a problem with the print head. Try the following:
–Run the automatic print head cleaning procedure. For more information,
see Care and maintenance.
–Align the printer. For more information, see Aligning the printer.
–If print quality problems persist after you have tried all of the above
solutions, contact HP Support.
Photos are not printing correctly
Solution
●You may have loaded the photo paper incorrectly. Load the photo paper with
the side to be printed facing down.
●The photo paper may not have fed into the printer correctly. Try the following:
–Check for a paper jam. For more information, see Paper errors.
–Insert the photo paper as far as it will go into the photo tray.
–Load one sheet of photo paper at a time.
The photos I marked for printing in the digital camera do not print
Solution Some digital cameras let you mark photos for printing in both the
camera's internal memory and on the memory card. If you mark photos in the internal
memory, and then move photos from the camera's internal memory to the memory
card, the marks do not transfer. Mark photos for printing after you transfer them from
the digital camera's internal memory to the memory card.
I plugged a camera into the printer, but nothing happens
Solution Try the following:
●Make sure the camera is connected to the camera port on the front of the printer.
The rear USB port does not support digital cameras.
●Make sure the camera is a PictBridge digital camera set to PictBridge mode or
is an HP direct-printing camera. The printer only supports these two types of
cameras.
●Check the camera batteries. Replace if necessary.
●Restart the camera.
Error messages
Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online
support services at www.hp.com/support.
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If the printer is connected to a computer, the following types of error messages can
appear on the computer screen:
●Paper errors
●Ink cartridge errors
●Memory card or camera errors
●Computer printing errors
If the printer is not connected to a printer, check the indicator lights:
On
Solid
green
BlinkingBlinkingOffThere is a carriage stall. For more information,
Solid
green
BlinkingBlinkingBlinkingA hardware problem has occurred. For more
Paper errors
Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online
support services at www.hp.com/support.
Error message: Paper Jam.
ResumeInk
Comments
indicator
BlinkingOffThis sequence of lights often indicates a paper-
related printer problem, such as a paper jam, no
paper, or paper stall. For more information,
see Paper errors. There might also be a
connectivity problem, such as a digital camera
being disconnected during a print job. For more
information, see Computer and connectivity
printing errors.
see Error message: The carriage is stalled..
OffBlinkingThere is an ink cartridge problem, such as an
empty, damaged, or incorrect cartridge. For
more information, see Ink cartridge errors.
information, see All the lights are flashing on the
printer.
Solution Turn off the printer, then unplug it from the power source. Clear the
printer of any paper that may be obstructing the paper path. Remove the rear access
door. Gently remove the jammed paper from the printer, then replace the rear access
door. Press Resume to continue printing.
1 Remove the rear access door to clear paper jams.
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If you cannot remove all jammed paper from the rear area of the printer, try removing
paper jammed in the middle of the printer by opening the paper jam door located
inside the top cover.
1 Open the paper jam door to clear paper jams in the middle of the printer.
Plug the printer back in and turn it on.
Error message: The printer is out of paper.
Solution Load paper, then press Resume to print again. For paper-loading
instructions, see Paper loading tips.
Error message: Unsupported media size.
Solution The printer cannot use the size of paper loaded in the paper tray.
Press Resume, then load a supported paper size instead. For a list of supported
paper sizes, see Printer specifications.
Error message: Automatic paper sensor failed.
Solution The automatic paper sensor is obstructed or damaged. Try moving the
printer out of direct sunlight, then press Resume and try printing again. If this does
not work, go to www.hp.com/support or contact HP Support.
Ink cartridge errors
Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online
support services at www.hp.com/support.
Error message: Incorrect Ink Cartridge(s).
Solution The first time you set up and use your HP Photosmart, make sure to
install the ink cartridges that were shipped with your printer. The ink in these ink
cartridges is specially formulated to mix with the ink in the print head assembly.
To resolve this error, replace the affected ink cartridge(s) with the ink cartridges that
were shipped with your HP Photosmart.
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The indicated ink cartridge(s) cannot be used after the device has undergone
initialization. Replace the ink cartridge(s) with the appropriate ink cartridges for your
HP Photosmart. The cartridge numbers you can use with this printer appear on the
back cover of this printed guide.
For more information on replacing ink cartridges, see Insert ink cartridges.
Error message: Replace Cartridge(s) Soon.
Solution The indicated ink cartridge(s) are low on ink.
You might be able to continue printing for a short period of time with ink remaining
in the print head assembly. Replace the indicated ink cartridge(s) or press
Resume to continue.
For more information on replacing ink cartridges, see Insert ink cartridges.
Error message: Ink Cartridge(s) Empty.
Solution Replace the indicated ink cartridge(s) with new ink cartridge(s).
●If the black ink cartridge is empty, you can continue printing with the other color
ink cartridges by following the onscreen instructions.
●If a color ink cartridge is empty, you can continue printing with the black ink
cartridge by following the onscreen instructions.
Depending on the status of your print job, you can press Resume to continue. If the
HP Photosmart is in the middle of a print job, press Cancel and restart your print
job.
Note Text and photo quality will differ from those printed when using all ink
cartridges. If the empty ink cartridge(s) are not replaced soon, all printing will
stop.
For more information on replacing ink cartridges, see Insert ink cartridges.
Error message: Cannot Print.
Solution The indicated ink cartridge(s) are out of ink.
Replace the indicated ink cartridge(s) immediately so that you can resume printing.
The HP Photosmart cannot continue printing until the indicated ink cartridge(s) are
replaced. All printing will stop.
For more information on replacing ink cartridges, see Insert ink cartridges.
Error message: Ink Cartridge(s) Problem.
Solution The indicated ink cartridge(s) are missing or damaged.
Replace the indicated ink cartridge(s) immediately so that you can resume printing.
If there are no ink cartridges missing from the HP Photosmart, the ink cartridge
contacts might need to be cleaned.
For more information on replacing ink cartridges, see Insert ink cartridges. For more
information on cleaning the ink cartridge contacts, see Care and maintenance.
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If there are no ink cartridges missing from the HP Photosmart, and you still receive
this message after cleaning the ink cartridge contacts, you will need a replacement
ink cartridge. Remove the affected ink cartridge and look at the end-of-warranty date
on the bottom, in YYYY/MMM/DD format. If it is before the end-of-warranty date,
contact HP Support to obtain a replacement ink cartridge.
Solution Each ink cartridge has an expiration date. The purpose of expiration is
to protect the printing system and to ensure ink quality. When you receive an ink
expiration message, remove and replace the ink cartridge, and then close the
message. You can also continue printing without replacing the ink cartridge, by
following the instructions on your computer screen. HP recommends replacing the
expired ink cartridges. HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of expired ink
cartridges. Device service or repairs required as a result of using expired ink will not
be covered under warranty.
For more information on replacing ink cartridges, see Insert ink cartridges.
Error message: Non-HP Ink Cartridge(s).
Solution Replace the indicated ink cartridge(s) or press Resume to continue
HP recommends that you use genuine HP ink cartridges. Genuine HP ink cartridges
are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great results,
time after time.
Note HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP ink. Printer
service or repairs required as a result of printer failure or damage attributable
to the use of non-HP ink will not be covered under warranty.
If you believe you purchased genuine HP ink cartridge(s), go to:
www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit
Error message: Original HP Ink Depleted.
Solution Replace the indicated ink cartridge(s) or press Resume to continue.
HP recommends that you use genuine HP ink cartridges. Genuine HP ink cartridges
are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great results,
time after time.
Note HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP ink. Printer
service or repairs required as a result of printer failure or damage attributable
to the use of non-HP ink will not be covered under warranty.
If you believe you purchased genuine HP ink cartridge(s), go to:
www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit
Error message: The carriage is stalled.
Solution Remove any objects that are blocking the print head assembly.
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To clear the print head assembly
1.Open the top cover, then open the paper jam door.
1 Open the paper jam door to clear the print head assembly.
2.Remove any objects that are blocking the print head assembly, including paper
and any packing materials.
3.Turn the printer off, then turn it on again.
4.Close the paper jam door and the top cover.
Error message: Ink System Failure.
Solution The print head assembly or the ink delivery system has failed and the
HP Photosmart can no longer print.
Turn off the printer, then unplug its power cord. Wait about 10 seconds, then plug it
in again. If this does not clear the error message, please contact HP Support.
Memory card or camera errors
Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online
support services at www.hp.com/support.
Error message: Camera is not supported or not in PictBridge mode. Refer to User
Guide.
Solution The HP Photosmart only supports digital cameras in PictBridge mode or
HP directing printing cameras. If you have a PictBridge camera, make sure it is set
to PictBridge mode. For more information, see the documentation that came with
the camera.
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Error message: Cannot print photos.
Solution More than 10 photos specified for a print job may be corrupted, missing,
or are an unsupported file type. For information about supported file types, see
Printer specifications.
●Save the photos to the computer using the digital camera rather than the
memory card.
●Save the files to the computer and print from the computer.
Error message: Camera selections (DPOF) file has error.
Solution The printer is unable to read a DPOF file due to corrupted data or an
error on the memory card. Use the camera to reselect the photos.
Error message: Some camera-selected photos are not on card.
Solution Some camera-selected photos are missing or have been deleted. Try
the following:
●Confirm that you did not accidentally delete the photo from the memory card.
●Reselect the photos again using the digital camera.
Computer and connectivity printing errors
Before contacting HP Support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online
support services at www.hp.com/support.
Error message: Printer memory is full. Job was cancelled. Press OK.
Solution The printer encountered a problem when printing photos. Try the
following:
●To clear the printer memory, turn the printer off, then turn it on again.
●Print fewer photos at a time.
●Save the photos to the computer and print from there.
●Save the files to the computer using a memory card reader and then print from
the computer.
Error message: HP Photosmart Disconnected!
Solution The printer cannot communicate properly with the computer. The printer
software may not be working or a cable may be loose. Make sure the USB cable is
securely attached to both the computer and to the USB port on the back of the printer.
If the cable is secure, verify that the printer software is installed.
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Error message: Camera is not responding. Check camera connections, batteries,
or restart camera. Refer to User Guide.
Solution The print job will be cancelled. Reattach the USB cable to the camera
and printer and resend the print job.
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HP Support
Note The name of HP support services may vary by country/region.
If you have a problem, follow these steps:
1.Check the documentation that came with the printer.
2.If you are unable to solve the problem using the information in the documentation,
visit www.hp.com/support to do the following:
–Access online support pages
–Send HP an e-mail message for answers to your questions
–Connect with an HP technician by using online chat
–Check for software updates
Support options and availability vary by product, country/region, and language.
3.If you are unable to solve the problem using the onscreen Help or HP web sites, call
HP Support using the number for your country/region. For a list of country/region
phone numbers, see HP Support by phone.
HP Support by phone
While the printer is under warranty, you can obtain free phone support. For more
information, see the warranty included in the box, or go to www.hp.com/support to check
the duration of your free support.
After the free phone support period, you can obtain help from HP at an additional cost.
Contact your HP dealer or call the support phone number for your country/region for
support options.
To receive HP support by phone, call the appropriate support phone number for your
location. Standard phone company charges apply.
North America: Call 1-800-474-6836 (1-800–HP-invent). U.S. phone support is
available in both English and Spanish languages 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (days
and hours of support may change without notice). This service is free during the warranty
period. A fee may apply outside the warranty period.
Western Europe: Customers in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, France, Germany,
Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Finland, Sweden, Switzerland, and the
United Kingdom should go to www.hp.com/support to access phone support numbers in
their country/region.
Other countries/regions: See the list of support telephone numbers inside the front
cover of this guide.
Placing a call
Call HP Support while you are near the computer and printer. Be prepared to provide the
following information:
●Printer model number (located on the front of the printer)
●Printer serial number (located on the bottom of the printer)
●Computer operating system
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●Version of printer software:
–Windows PC: To see the printer software version, right-click the HP Digital
Imaging Monitor icon in the Windows taskbar and select About.
–Macintosh: To see the printer software version, use the Print dialog box.
●Messages displayed on the computer monitor
●Answers to the following questions:
–Has the situation you are calling about happened before? Can you recreate the
situation?
–Did you install any new hardware or software on the computer around the time
that the situation occurred?
Return to HP repair service (North America only)
HP will arrange to have your product picked up and delivered to an HP Central Repair
Center. We pay for the round-trip shipping and handling. This service is free for the
duration of the hardware warranty period.
HP Quick Exchange Service (Japan only)
Additional warranty options
Extended service plans are available for the printer at additional costs. Go to
www.hp.com/support, select your country/region and language, then explore the
services and warranty area for information about the extended service plans.
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