hp deskjet 450 mobile printeruser’s guide
1-6 ENWWStep 4: Turn on the printer1 Lift the input tray to its open position.2 Press the POWER BUTTON to turn on the printer.Step 5: Install the prin
ENWW 1-73 Lift the print cartridge latches.4 Insert each print cartridge into the correct socket (HP No. 57 in the left socket; HP No. 56 or 58 in the
1-8 ENWW6 Close the front access cover. Wait for the carriage to complete the print cartridge initialization routine and return to the home position a
ENWW 1-9For more information and tips on selecting and loading media, see Selecting and Using Print Media. For information on supported media, see Pri
1-10 ENWWUnderstanding the battery1 Battery – Supplies power to the printer.2 Battery release slider – Slides to release the battery.Installing the ba
ENWW 1-11Important notesTake note of the following when charging or using the battery:Removing the battery1 Slide the battery release slider in the di
1-12 ENWWTravel tipsThe following tips will help you prepare for traveling with your printer: If you are bringing along an extra black or photo print
ENWW 2-12Installing SoftwareThis chapter explains how to install your printer software for printing via different connections and devices, including p
2-2 ENWWFor WindowsThe printer driver software runs on Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98 and above and lets you print via the USB or parallel cable.The setup
ENWW 2-38 Select I agree to do auto upload to let myPrintMileage Agent send printer usage information to the myPrintMileage website, where you can vie
ENWWCopyright Information© 2002 Hewlett-Packard CompanyAll Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptations, or translation without prior written permission
2-4 ENWW2 Click Start > Programs > hp deskjet 450 printer > hp deskjet 450 printer Uninstaller.3 Follow the instructions on the screen to rem
ENWW 2-5To uninstall the softwareThe Uninstall option of the setup program lets you remove the printer software from your computer.1 Restart the compu
2-6 ENWWTo install the HP Deskjet 450 PDA GuideThis guide provides PDA printing instructions, troubleshooting tips, and technical support information.
ENWW 3-13PrintingThis chapter explains how to print from Windows and Macintosh computers. It also describes printer driver features, printer settings,
3-2 ENWW Create and use watermarks. Specify text to be placed in the background of an existing document. For example, you might want to have “draft”
ENWW 3-33 Click the Setup tab and select the print settings you want.4 Once you have made the necessary changes, click OK to activate the change and c
3-4 ENWWBluetooth printingIf you use a notebook computer equipped with Bluetooth technology, you can establish a wireless connection with the printer
ENWW 3-5 Drag the document you want to print to the deskjet 450 printer icon on the desktop. Click the deskjet 450 icon on the desktop, then click P
3-6 ENWWViewing the HP Inkjet Utility panelsThe following options are available on the HP Inkjet Utility Panel menu. WOW!: Prints a sample page to vi
ENWW 3-76 Change any other print settings, if necessary, and then click OK to close the dialog box.7 Click OK to print.8 After the first side of the p
ENWW iiiContentsSetting UpFor more information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Understanding printer
4-1 ENWW4Selecting and Using Print MediaThis chapter explains how to load media and print on various media types such as cards and transparencies. It
ENWW 4-2 Do not load more than 45 sheets of plain paper or a stack of paper more than 0.18 in (4.5 mm) thick into the input tray. Insert media verti
4-3 ENWW-or-Insert the media print (glossy for photos) side up into the input tray, making sure that the right edge of the media is squarely against t
ENWW 4-4For Macintosh1 Select the paper size, then click OK.2 Open the Paper Type/Quality panel.3 Select the paper type you are using. For example, if
4-5 ENWW4 Select the paper size from the Paper Size menu.5 Change any other print settings if necessary, then click OK to print the photo(s).For Macin
ENWW 4-6To print from a CompactFlash cardDPOF files are files you create using your digital camera. DPOF files are stored on the CF card and contain i
4-7 ENWWPress the CANCEL BUTTON if you do not want to print directly from the CF card. If your computer is connected to the printer via USB or paralle
ENWW 4-8For Windows1 Open the printer driver.2 Under Print Quality, click Best.3 Under Paper Type, select Transparency Films.Select the type of transp
5-1 ENWW5Using the ToolboxThe Toolbox provides status and maintenance information about your printer. It also gives you step-by-step guidance for basi
ENWW 5-2Information tabThe Information tab lets you register the printer, check for updated printer drivers, display printer hardware and print cartri
iv ENWWUsing the ToolboxPrinter Status tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1Information tab . .
5-3 ENWWmyPrintMileagemyPrintMileage keeps track of your printer usage information to help you plan the purchase of consumables. It consists of two pa
ENWW 5-4Printer Services tabThe Printer Services tab provides utilities that help you maintain and test your printer. You can clean and align your pri
6-1 ENWW6Maintaining the PrinterThis chapter explains basic printer maintenance. You can find information about the state of the printer and the print
ENWW 6-2There are three cleaning levels available: Level 1 cleaning is the quickest and uses the least amount of ink. Level 2 cleaning should be per
6-3 ENWWTo perform a level 3 cleaning1 Press and hold down the POWER BUTTON.2 While holding down the POWER BUTTON, press the CANCEL BUTTON twice and t
ENWW 6-4To align in Macintosh (USB only)1 Open the HP Inkjet Utility and click the Calibrate Device button.You are prompted to specify the combination
6-5 ENWW3 Lift the print cartridge latch open and gently remove the print cartridge from its socket at the angle shown below.Check the number on the l
ENWW 6-6Single-cartridge printing modeIf one of your print cartridges runs out of ink before you can replace it, you can still print with a single pri
6-7 ENWW3 Click Calibrate to calibrate the color, or click Use Defaults to restore color values to factory defaults.4 Follow the instructions on the s
ENWW 7-17TroubleshootingThis chapter provides solutions to common problems, such as paper jams and poor print quality. If your printer is not operatin
ENWW 1-11Setting UpThis printer provides quick, professional mobile printing. You can print from notebooks, desktops, wireless devices such as persona
7-2 ENWWStep 3: Check the printer connectionParallel or USBMake sure your printer is connected directly to the parallel or USB port. Do not share the
ENWW 7-3CompactFlashIf the Resume LED does not blink after inserting the CompactFlash (CF) card, this means there are no DPOF files created on the CF
7-4 ENWWGetting printer informationIf you need to call the Customer Care Center, you should print a diagnostic page and a configuration page to obtain
ENWW 7-5 If your printer does not turn on, make sure that the power cord and power adapter are firmly connected to the printer and that the power cor
7-6 ENWW For Windows 2000 and Windows XP, make sure the Use Printer Offline option is not checked. Click Start > Settings > Printers. In the Pr
ENWW 7-7Check the status of the print cartridgesIf you are printing with a single print cartridge, the print speed may be slower than normal. See Sing
7-8 ENWWSolving printing problemsThis section provides solutions to common printing problems.If none of the following solutions work, the problem is l
ENWW 7-9Check the document fileOccasionally, a document file becomes corrupted. If you can print other documents from the same software application, t
7-10 ENWWCheck that the media is loaded correctlyMake sure the media is squarely against the alignment guide and that the paper guide is snug, but not
ENWW 7-11Alternatively, in Windows you can open the printer driver and click HP ZoomSmart in the Setup tab. Then select Scale to fit paper in device t
1-2 ENWWUnderstanding printer parts and functionsFront view1 Input tray extension – Slides up to support larger print media. This prevents possible me
7-12 ENWWCheck the media type Some types of media do not accept ink well, which causes the ink to dry more slowly and results in smearing. Some thick
ENWW 7-13 If you have the tri-color and photo print cartridges installed, try calibrating the color. For instructions, see Calibrating color.Colors a
7-14 ENWWBleeding colors in printoutIf the ink is spreading on the page or colors are blending together, try the following:Check the print settings S
ENWW 7-15Wireless printing problemsInfrared printing does not workCheck for obstaclesClear any obstacles between the printer and the device from which
7-16 ENWWSolving media feed problemsThis section provides solutions to common media feed problems.Media is not picked up from the input tray Make sur
ENWW 7-17Print media is jammedIf print media is jammed in the printer, follow these instructions to clear the jam.1 Turn off the printer.2 Remove medi
7-18 ENWWTips for avoiding paper jams Make sure nothing is blocking the paper path. Do not overload the input tray or the card slot. The input tray
ENWW A-1AHP Supplies and AccessoriesThis chapter provides information on HP supplies and accessories, as well as ordering information.You can order HP
A-2 ENWWHP Printing PaperHP Office PaperHP Office Recycled PaperHP Bright White Inkjet PaperHP Premium Inkjet PaperHP Premium Inkjet Heavyweight Paper
ENWW A-3HP Premium Photo PaperHP Photo PaperHP Everyday Photo PaperHP Premium Glossy Paper60 sheets, glossy 10 x 15 cm C7025A (Europe)20 sheets, matte
ENWW 1-3Back view1 Battery contacts – Provides contact for power from the optional battery (part number C8222A, see HP Supplies and Accessories).2 Bat
A-4 ENWWHP Professional Brochure and Flyer PaperHP Premium Plus Transparency FilmHP Premium Inkjet Transparency FilmHP Greeting Card Paper50 sheets, g
ENWW B-1BPrinter SpecificationsThis chapter provides information about supported media types and sizes and printer specifications.Print Method Drop on
B-2 ENWWSmart Software FeaturesInk Level Indicator, Battery Charge Indicator, hp instant support, myPrintMileage*, Bluetooth Configuration*.Built-in p
ENWW B-3Power Supply Universal Power SupplyPower RequirementsPower adapter Input voltage: 100 - 240 AC, 50/60 HzOutput voltage: 19 VDC, 3.16 ABattery
C-1 ENWWCLED ReferenceThe printer LEDs indicate printer status and are useful for diagnosing printing problems. This chapter provides a list of LED st
ENWW C-2Power LED blinks. Printer is printing. No action required.Power, Resume, Left and Right print cartridge LEDs cycle.Printer is either powering
C-3 ENWWRight print cartridge LED on. Black or photo print cartridge is low on ink. Replace the print cartridge. See Replacing the print cartridges.R
ENWW C-4Power LED, Resume LED, Left and Right print cartridge LEDs on.New firmware is being flashed to the printer. No action required.Power LED on,
D-1 ENWWDCustomer SupportThis chapter provides information on contacting HP Customer Support.The information in the Troubleshooting chapter suggests
ENWW D-2For customers in North AmericaFor customers outside of North AmericaDuring Warranty US: 208 323 2551 Monday through Friday 6am to 6pm (MST)Can
1-4 ENWWUnderstanding printer buttons and LEDsFor a list of LED (light-emitting diode) combinations and what they indicate, see LED Reference.1 Batter
D-3 ENWWAustraliaCalling from elsewhere in the worldContact your local dealer or nearest HP Sales and Support Office for technical assistance or hardw
ENWWHewlett-Packard Limited Warranty StatementExtent of Limited Warranty1 Hewlett-Packard warrants to the end-user customer that the HP products speci
ENWWLimitations of WarrantyTO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, NEITHER HP NOR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS MAKES ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF ANY K
ENWWDECLARATION OF CONFORMITYaccording to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014(1) The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Dire
I-1 ENWWIndexNumerics4800 x 1200 Optimized dpi 4-5Aaccessories A-1Bbatterycharging 1-10checking power level 7-1installing 1-10safety 1-9using 1-9Bes
ENWW I-2printing tips 7-2troubleshooting 7-15ink service module, replacing 6-7, C-4installing software 2-1interfaces, I/O B-2LLEDsdescriptions 1-4r
I-3 ENWWphotographs 4-4transparencies 4-7two-sided (duplex) 3-6using card slot 1-2, 4-2using DPOF files 4-5via Bluetooth 3-4via CompactFlash card
ENWW 1-5Setting up the printerStep 1: Check the box contents1 HP Deskjet 450 printer2 2 print cartridges – 1 black (HP No. 56) and 1 tri-color (HP No.
Comments to this Manuals