HP PhotoSmart A717 User Manual

							To save photos from a memory card to the computer
1. Insert a memory card and select photos to transfer. For information on viewing and
selecting photos, see Select multiple photos.
2. Press Save.
3. Select Save to computer, and then press OK.
4. Press OK again to confirm.
To print photos from a computer (Windows)
1. On the File menu in your software program, click Print.
2. Select the HP Photosmart A710 series as the printer. If you set the HP Photosmart
A710 series as the default printer, you can skip this step. The HP Photosmart A710
series will already be selected.
3. Click Print or OK to begin printing.
To print photos from a computer (Mac)
1. On the File menu in your software program, click Page Setup.
2. Select the HP Photosmart A710 series as the printer. If you set the HP Photosmart
A710 series as the default printer, you can skip this step. The HP Photosmart A710
series will already be selected.
3. On the File menu in your software program, click Print.
4. Click Print to begin printing.
Print photos from an iPod
If you have an iPod that can store photos, you can connect your iPod to the printer and
print the photos.
Before you begin
Check that the images you copy to the iPod are in JPEG format.
NoteiPods might not be available in your country/region.
To import photos to an iPod
1. Copy photos from a memory card to your iPod using the Belkin Media Reader for
iPod.
2. Verify that photos are on your iPod by selecting Photo Import on the iPod menu.
Photos appear as Rolls.
To print photos from an iPod
1. Connect the iPod to the camera port on the front of the printer using the USB cable
that came with the iPod. The printer screen displays Reading Device for several
minutes while the photos are read. Then the photos appear on the printer screen.
2. Select the photo(s) you want to print and press Print. For more information on
selecting and printing photos, see Select multiple photos.
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							7Maintain and transport the printer
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.
●Replace the print cartridge
●Clean and maintain the printer
●Store the printer and print cartridge
●Maintain the quality of photo paper
●Transport the printer
Replace the print cartridge
Use the HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet print cartridge to print black-and-white and color photos.
HP Vivera Inks deliver true-to-life photo quality and exceptional fade resistance, resulting
in vivid colors that last. HP Vivera Inks are specially formulated and scientifically tested
for quality, purity, and fade resistance.
For optimal printing results, HP recommends using only HP print cartridges. Inserting an
incorrect cartridge may invalidate the printer warranty.
CautionCheck that you are using the correct print cartridges. Also, note that
HP does not recommend modifying or refilling HP cartridges. Damage that results
from modifying or refilling HP cartridges is not covered by the HP warranty.
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							For best print quality, HP recommends that you install all retail print cartridges before the
date stamped on the box.
To prepare the printer and cartridge
1. Make sure the printer is on.
2. Open the print cartridge door of the printer.
3. Remove the bright pink tape from the cartridge.
Remove the pink tape
Do not touch here
To insert the cartridge
1. Remove the old cartridge from the cradle by pushing down and pulling outward on
the cartridge.
WarningDo not touch the copper-colored contacts inside the print cartridge
compartment or on the print cartridge.
2. Hold the replacement cartridge with the label on top. Slide the cartridge at a slight
upward angle into the cradle so the copper-colored contacts go in first. Push the
cartridge until it snaps into place.
3. Close the print cartridge door.
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							The idle screen of the printer displays an icon showing the approximate ink level for the
installed cartridge (100%, 75%, 50%, 25%, and nearly empty). No ink-level icon appears
if the cartridge is not a genuine HP cartridge.
NoteTo check the ink level of the print cartridge, press Menu, select Tools,
select Cartridge, and then select Cartridge status.
Each time you install or replace a print cartridge, a message appears on the printer
screen asking you to load paper so the printer can align the cartridge. This ensures high-
quality prints.
Load photo paper in the input tray, press OK, and then follow the onscreen instructions
to align the cartridge.
Clean and maintain the printer
Keep the printer and print cartridge clean and well maintained using the simple
procedures in this section.
Clean the outside of the printer
To clean the outside of the printer
1. Turn off the printer, and then disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer.
2. If you installed the optional HP Photosmart Internal Battery in the printer, remove it,
and then replace the battery compartment cover.
3. Wipe the outside of the printer with a soft cloth that has been lightly moistened with
water.
Caution 1Do not use any type of cleaning solution. Household cleaners and
detergents may damage the printer finish.
Caution 2Do not clean the interior of the printer. Keep all fluids away from the
interior.
Automatically clean the print cartridge
If you notice white lines or single-color streaks on the photos you print, you may need to
clean the print cartridge.
To automatically clean the print cartridge
1. Press Menu.
2. Select Tools, and then press OK.
3. Select Cartridge, and then press OK.
4. Select Clean cartridge, and then press OK.
5. Following the directions on the printer screen, load paper so the printer can print a
test page after cleaning the cartridge. Use plain paper or index cards to conserve
photo paper.
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							6. Press OK to begin cleaning the print cartridge.
7. When the printer finishes cleaning the cartridge and prints a test page, it asks
whether you want to Continue to second level cleaning. Check the test page and
select from the following options:
– If the test page has white streaks or missing colors, the print cartridge needs to
be cleaned again. Select Yes, and then press OK.
– If the print quality of the test page looks good, select No, and then press OK.
You can clean the cartridge up to three times. Each successive cleaning is more
thorough and uses more ink. Therefore, do not clean the cartridge more often than
necessary.
If you complete all three levels of cleaning using this procedure and you still notice white
streaks or missing colors on the test page, you may need to replace the cartridge.
NoteIf the cartridge or printer has been recently dropped, you may also see
white streaks or missing colors in your prints. This problem is temporary and
clears up within 24 hours.
Manually clean the print cartridge contacts
If you use the printer in a dusty environment, debris may accumulate on the copper-
colored contacts and cause printing problems.
To clean the print cartridge contacts
1. Gather the following items to clean the contacts:
– Distilled water (tap water may contain contaminants that can damage the print
cartridge)
– Cotton swabs or other soft, lint-free material that will not stick to the print
cartridge
2. Open the print cartridge door.
3. Remove the print cartridge and place it on a piece of paper with the ink nozzle plate
facing up. Be careful not to touch the copper-colored contacts or the ink nozzle plate
with your fingers.
CautionDo not leave the print cartridge outside the printer for more than
30 minutes. Ink nozzles exposed to the air longer than this may dry out and
cause printing problems.
4. Lightly moisten a cotton swab with distilled water and squeeze any excess water
from the swab.
5. Gently wipe the copper-colored contacts with the cotton swab.
CautionDo not touch the ink nozzle plate. Touching the ink nozzle plate
will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until no ink residue or dust appears on a clean swab.
7. Insert the print cartridge in the printer, and then close the print cartridge door.
Print a test page
Print a test page before contacting HP support. The test page contains diagnostic
information you can use when working with HP support to solve printing problems. Look
at the ink nozzle pattern on the test page to check the ink level and condition of the print
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							cartridge. If any line or color is missing from the pattern, try cleaning the print cartridge.
For more information, see Automatically clean the print cartridge.
To print a test page
1. Load paper so the printer can print a test page. Use plain paper or index cards to
conserve photo paper.
2. Press Menu.
3. Select Tools, and then press OK.
4. Select Test & Sample Pages, and then press OK.
5. Select Print test page.
6. Press OK to begin printing the test page.
The test page contains the following information:
Align the print cartridge
The first time you install a print cartridge in the printer, the printer aligns it automatically.
However, if colors in the printouts are misaligned, or if the alignment page does not print
correctly when you install a new print cartridge, use the following procedure to align the
print cartridge.
To align the print cartridge
1. Load HP Advanced Photo Paper in the input tray.
2. Press Menu.
3. Select Tools, and then press OK.
4. Select Cartridge, and then press OK.
5. Select Align cartridge, and then press OK.
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							6. Following the directions on the printer screen, load HP Advanced Photo Paper so
the printer can print an alignment page. Use plain paper or index cards to conserve
photo paper.
7. Press OK to begin aligning the print cartridge.
When the printer finishes aligning the cartridge, it prints an alignment page to confirm
that the alignment was successful.
– The check marks verify that the print cartridge is installed correctly and
functioning properly.
– If an “x” appears to the left of any of the bars, align the print cartridge again. If
the “x” still appears, replace the print cartridge.
Store the printer and print cartridge
Protect the printer and print cartridges by storing them properly when you are not using
them.
Store the printer
The printer is built to withstand long or short periods of inactivity.
●Close the input and output trays and push the printer screen down into the flat
position when the printer is not in use.
●Store the printer indoors out of direct sunlight in a place without temperature
extremes.
●If the printer and print cartridge have not been used for one month or more, clean
the print cartridge before printing. For more information, see Automatically clean the
print cartridge.
●If you are storing the printer for a long period of time and the optional HP Photosmart
Internal Battery is installed, remove the battery from the printer.
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							Store the print cartridge
When you store or transport the printer, always leave the active print cartridge inside the
printer. The printer stores the print cartridge in a protective cap during the power-down
cycle.
CautionMake sure the printer completes its power-down cycle before you
unplug the power cord or remove the internal battery. This allows the printer to
store the print cartridge properly.
Follow these tips to help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print quality:
●Keep all unused print cartridges in their original sealed packages until they are
needed. Store print cartridges at room temperature (15–35° C or 59–95° F).
●Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install
the print cartridge in the printer. If the plastic tape has been removed from the print
cartridge, do not attempt to reattach it. Reattaching the tape damages the print
cartridge.
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.
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.
Transport the printer
It is easy to transport and set up the printer almost anywhere. Take it with you on
vacations and to family gatherings and social events to instantly print and share photos
with family and friends.
To make it even easier to print on the go, you can purchase these accessories:
●Internal battery: Power the printer with a rechargeable HP Photosmart Internal
Battery so you can print anywhere.
●Carrying case: The lightweight, durable HP Photosmart Carrying Case holds and
protects everything needed for hassle-free printing on the go.
To transport the printer
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Remove the memory card from the memory card slot.
NoteDo not remove the print cartridge when transporting the printer.
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							3. Remove all paper from the input and output trays, then close the input and output
trays.
4. Push the printer screen down into the flat position.
NoteMake sure the printer completes its power-down cycle before you
unplug the power cord. This allows the printer to store the print cartridge
properly.
5. Unplug the power cord.
6. If the printer is connected to a computer, disconnect the USB cable from the
computer.
7. Always carry the printer upright.
TipThe printer has a convenient built-in handle to make it easy to carry. Be
sure to push the printer screen down flat before raising the handle. Do not
shake or swing the printer while carrying it by the handle.
Make sure to bring the following items with you:
●HP Photo Paper
●Power cord (or optional battery)
●Digital camera or a memory card containing photos
●Extra print cartridges (if you plan to print a lot of photos)
●Optional printer accessories you plan to use, such as the battery or HP Bluetooth
wireless printer adapter
●The USB cable and HP Photosmart printer software CD, if you are going to connect
the printer to a computer
●Printer User Guide (the book you are reading)
NoteIf you do not take the printer user guide with you, be sure to write down
the correct print cartridge number to purchase extra cartridges, or purchase
enough print cartridges before you go.
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