HP Photosmart C3183 User Manual

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A variety of resources, both printed and onscreen, provide information about setting
up and using the HP All-in-One.
●Setup Guide
The Setup Guide provides instructions for setting up your HP All-in-One and
installing software. Make sure you follow the steps in the Setup Guide in order.
If you have problems during setup, see Troubleshooting in the last section of the
Setup Guide, or see  Troubleshooting and support  on page 18 in this guide.
● HP Photosmart Software Tour  (Windows)
The HP Photosmart Software Tour is a fun, interactive way to get a brief overview
of the software included with your HP All-in-One. Youll learn how the software
you installed with your HP All-in-One can  help you edit, organize, and print your
photos.
● Onscreen Help
The onscreen Help provides detailed instructions on features of your HP All-in-
One that are not described in this User Guide, including features that are only
available using the software you installed with your HP All-in-One.
For more information, see  Access the onscreen Help on page 8.
● Readme
The Readme file contains the most recent information which might be not be
found in other publications. Install the software to access the Readme file.
● www.hp.com /support
If you have Internet access, you can get help and support from the HP website.
This website offers technical support, drivers, supplies, and ordering information.
Access the onscreen Help
This guide describes a sampling of the features available, so you can get started
using the HP All-in-One. Explore the onscreen Help that came with your device for
information on all the features that the HP All-in-One supports.
To access the  HP Photosmart Software Help  on a Windows computer
1. In the HP Solution Center, click the tab for the HP All-in-One.
2. In the  Device Support  area, click Onscreen Guide  or Troubleshooting .
– If you click  Onscreen Guide , a pop-up menu appears. You can choose to
open the welcome page for the entire Help system or to go specifically to the
Help for the HP All-in-One.
– If you click  Troubleshooting , the Troubleshooting and support  page
opens.
To access the  HP Photosmart Mac Help
➔ On the  Help menu in the HP Photosmart Studio, choose  HP Photosmart Mac
Help .
The  HP Photosmart Mac Help  appears.
Load originals and load paper
You can copy or scan up to letter- or  A4-size originals by loading them on the glass.
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							To load an original on the glass
1. Lift the lid on the HP All-in-One.
2. Load your original print side down in the right front corner of the glass.
TipFor more help on loading an original, refer to the engraved guides
along the edge of the glass.
3. Close the lid.
To load 10 x 15 cm ( 4 x 6 inch) photo paper in the input tray
1. Remove all paper from the input tray.
2. Insert the stack of photo paper into the far-right side of the input tray with the short edge forward and the print side down. Slide the stack of photo paper
forward until it stops.
If the photo paper you are using has perforated tabs, load the photo paper so that
the tabs are closest to you.
Tip For more help on loading small-size photo paper, refer to the guides
engraved in the base of the input tray for loading photo paper.
3. Slide the paper-width guide inward until it stops at the edge of the paper. Do not overload the input tray; make sure the stack of paper fits within the input
tray and is no higher than the top of the paper-width guide.
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							For best results, set the paper type and paper size before copying or printing.
Avoid paper jams
To help avoid paper jams, follow these guidelines.
●Remove printed papers from the output tray frequently.
● Prevent curled or wrinkled paper by storing all unused paper flat in a resealable
bag.
● Ensure that paper loaded in the input tray lays  flat and the edges are not bent or
torn.
● Do not combine different paper types and paper sizes in the input tray; the entire
stack of paper in the input tray must be the same size and type.
● Adjust the paper-width guide in the input tray to fit snugly against all paper. Make
sure the paper-width guide does not bend the paper in the input tray.
● Do not force paper too far forward in the input tray.
● Use paper types that are recommended for the HP All-in-One.
Make a copy
You can make quality copies from the control panel.
To make a copy from the control panel
1. Make sure you have paper loaded in the input tray.
2. Load your original print side down in  the right front corner of the glass.
3. Press  Start Copy Black  or Start Copy Color  to begin copying.
Scan an image
You can start a scan from your computer  or from the HP All-in-One. This section
explains how to scan from the control panel of the HP All-in-One only.
To use the scan features, the HP  All-in-One and computer must be connected and
turned on. The HP Photosmart Software (Windows) or HP Photosmart Mac Software
(Mac) must also be installed and running  on your computer prior to scanning.
● On a Windows computer, look for the  HP Digital Imaging Monitor icon in the
Windows system tray (at the lower right side of the screen, near the time) to verify
the software is running.
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							NoteClosing the  HP Digital Imaging Monitor  icon in the Windows
system tray can cause the HP All-in-One to lose some of its scan
functionality. If this happens, you can restore full functionality by restarting
your computer or by starting the HP Photosmart Software.
● On a Mac, the software is always running.
Tip You can use the HP Photosmart  Software (Windows) or HP Photosmart
Mac Software (Mac) to scan images, including panorama images. Using this
software, you can also edit, print, and even share your scanned images. For
more information, see the onscreen Help that came with the HP All-in-One.
To scan to a computer
1. Place your original print side down on  the left front corner of the glass.
2. Press  Start Scan/Reprints .
A preview image of the scan appears on your computer, where you can edit it.
3. Make any edits to the preview image, and then click  Accept when you are
finished.
Print photos using a proof sheet
A proof sheet is a simple and convenient way to select photos and make prints
directly from a memory card without the  need for a computer. A proof sheet (which
might be several pages long) shows thumbnail views of photos stored on the memory
card. The file name, index number, and date appear under each thumbnail.
Proof sheets are also a quick way to create a printed catalog of your photos.
Note From the HP All-in-One, you can only access JPEG and TIFF image
files. To print other types of files, transfer  the files from your memory card to
your computer and use the HP Photosmart Software.
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							In order to print photos from a proof sheet you must complete the following tasks,
explained in detail in the procedures below.
● Print a proof sheet of the photos on your memory card
● Complete the proof sheet
● Scan the proof sheet
To print a proof sheet
1. Remove any orignals loaded on the glass.
2. Insert a memory card into the appropriate slot on the HP All-in-One. The HP All-in-One supports the memory cards described below. Each type of
memory card can only be inserted in the appropriate slot for that card.
–Top left slot : Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure MultiMedia
Card, Memory Stick, Magic Gate Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo (with
user-supplied adapter), Memory Stick Pro, xD-Picture Card
– Top right slot : Memory Stick Duo (without user-supplied adapter)
– Bottom slot : CompactFlash (I, II)
3. Press the  Proof Sheet button (located above the memory card slots).
The  Proof Sheet  button is the button on the right.
The HP All-in-One prints a proof sheet.
4. When the proof sheet finishes printing, follow the instructions on the proof sheet to select the photos you want to  print., and then scan the proof sheet.
To scan a completed proof sheet
1. Load the proof sheet print side down on  the right front corner of the glass. Make
sure the sides of the proof sheet touch  the right and front edges. Close the lid.
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							2. Make sure the same memory card you used to print the proof sheet is still
inserted in the HP All-in-One when you scan that proof sheet.
3. Make sure you have photo paper loaded in the input tray.
4. Press  Proof Sheet .
The HP All-in-One scans the proof sheet and prints the selected photos.
Print from a software application
Most print settings are automatically handled by the software application. You need to
change the settings manually only when you  change print quality, print on specific
types of paper or transparency film, or use special features.
To print from a software application (Windows)
1. Make sure you have paper loaded in the input tray.
2. On the  File menu in your software application, click  Print.
3. Make sure the HP All-in-One is the selected printer.
4. If you need to change settings, click the button that opens the  Properties dialog
box.
Depending on your software application, this button might be called  Properties,
Options , Printer Setup , Printer , or Preferences .
5. Select the appropriate options for your print job by using the features available on
the various tabs.
6. Click  OK to close the  Properties dialog box.
7. Click  Print or OK  to begin printing.
To print from a software application (Mac)
1. Make sure you have paper loaded in the input tray.
2. From the  File menu in your software application, choose  Page Setup.
3. Make sure the HP All-in-One is the selected printer.
4. Specify the page attributes:
– Choose the paper size.
– Select the orientation.
– Enter the scaling percentage.
5. Click  OK.
6. From the  File menu in your software application, choose  Print.
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							The Print  dialog box appears, and the  Copies & Pages panel opens.
7. Change the print settings for each option in the pop-up menu, as appropriate for your project.
8. Click  Print to begin printing.
Replace the print cartridges
Follow these instructions when the ink level is low.
Note When the ink level for the print cartridge is low, a message appears on
your computer screen. You can also check  the ink levels by using the software
installed with the HP All-in-One.
When you receive a low-ink warning message, make sure you have a replacement
print cartridge available. You should also replace  the print cartridges when you see
faded text or if you experience print  quality issues related to the print cartridges.
To order print cartridges for the HP All-in-One, go to  www.hp.com/learn/suresupply. If
prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to select your product, and
then click one of the shopping links on the page.
To replace the print cartridges
1. Make sure the HP All-in-One is on.
Caution If the HP All-in-One is off when you open the print cartridge door
to access the print cartridges, the HP All-in-One will not release the
cartridges for changing. You might damage the HP All-in-One if the print
cartridges are not docked safely when you try to remove them.
2. Make sure you have letter or A4 unused  plain white paper loaded in the input tray.
3. Open the print cartridge door. The print carriage moves to the far right side of the HP All-in-One.
4. Wait until the print carriage is idle and silent, and then lightly press down on aprint cartridge to release it.
If you are replacing the tri-color print  cartridge, remove the print cartridge from the
slot on the left.
If you are replacing the black or  photo print cartridge, remove the print cartridge
from the slot on the right.
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							1Print cartridge slot for the tri-color print cartridge
2Print cartridge slot for the black and photo print cartridges
5. Pull the print cartridge toward you out of its slot.
6. If you are removing the black print cartridge in order to install the photo printcartridge, store the black print cartridge in  the print cartridge protector or an
airtight plastic container.
If you are removing the print cartridge because it is low or out of ink, recycle the
print cartridge. The HP Inkjet Supplies Recycling Program is available in many
countries/regions, and lets you recycle used print cartridges free of charge. For
more information, go to the following website:
www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/inkjet.html
7. Remove the new print cartridge from  its packaging and, being careful to touch
only the black plastic, gently remove the plastic tape by using the pink pull tab.
1Copper-colored contacts
2Plastic tape with pink pull tab (must be removed before installing)
3Ink nozzles under tape
Caution Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles.
Touching these parts can result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical
connections.
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							8. Slide the new print cartridge forward into the empty slot. Then gently push on the
upper part of the print cartridge forward until it clicks into the socket.
If you are installing the tri-color print  cartridge, slide it into the left slot.
If you are installing a black or photo  print cartridge, slide it into the right slot.
9. Close the print cartridge door.
If you installed a new print cartridge, the HP All-in-One prints a print cartridge
alignment sheet.
NoteIf you have colored paper loaded in the input tray when you align
the print cartridges, the alignment will fail. Load unused plain white paper
into the input tray, and then try the alignment again.
If the alignment fails again, you might have a defective sensor or print
cartridge. Contact HP Support. Go to  www.hp.com/support. If prompted,
choose your country/region, and then click  Contact HP for information on
calling for technical support.
Clean the HP All-in-One
To ensure that your copies and scans remain clear, you might need to clean the glass
and lid backing. You might also want to dust the exterior of the HP All-in-One.
● Clean the glass
● Clean the lid backing
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							Clean the glass
Glass that is dirty from fingerprints, smudges, hair, and dust on the main glass surface
slows down performance and affects the accuracy of some features.
To clean the glass
1. Turn off the HP All-in-One, unplug the power cord, and raise the lid.
2. Clean the glass with a soft cloth or sponge slightly moistened with a nonabrasive
glass cleaner.
Caution Do not use abrasives, acetone, benzene, or carbon
tetrachloride on the glass, since they can damage it. Do not place or spray
liquid directly on the glass. The liquid might seep under the glass and
damage the device.
3. Dry the glass with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth to prevent spotting.
4. Plug in the power cord, and then turn on the HP All-in-One.
Clean the lid backing
Minor debris can accumulate on the white document backing located underneath the
lid of the HP All-in-One.
To clean the lid backing
1. Turn off the HP All-in-One, unplug the power cord, and raise the lid.
2. Clean the white document backing with a soft cloth or sponge slightly moistened with a mild soap and warm water.
Wash the backing gently to loosen debris. Do not scrub the backing.
3. Dry the backing with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth.
Caution Do not use paper-based wipes, as these might scratch the
backing.
4. If further cleaning is needed, repeat the previous steps using isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol, and wipe the backing thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any
residual alcohol.
Caution Be careful not to spill alcohol on the glass or exterior of the
HP All-in-One, as this might damage the device.
5. Plug in the power cord, and then turn on the HP All-in-One.
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