PHOTOSMART A526 - Photo printer HP - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Photo printer
Brand	HP
Model	PHOTOSMART A526 (series A520)
Regulatory identification number	SDGOA-0701
Supported paper sizes	10 x 15 cm, 10 x 15 cm with tab, index cards, A6 cards, L cards, panoramic (up to 10 x 30 cm from a computer)
Paper tray capacity	20 sheets of photo paper (max thickness 11.5 mil)
Ink cartridge	HP 110 Tri-color Inkjet (HP Vivera inks)
Main functions	Print without computer, red-eye removal, printer menu, print from memory cards
Connectivity	USB 2.0 (cable not included)
Supported memory card types	CompactFlash I/II, Microdrive, Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, xD-Picture Card
Compatible operating systems	Windows XP, Vista; Mac OS X 10.3x, 10.4x
Operating conditions	Temperature: 5 to 40 °C; Humidity: 5 to 90% RH
Power consumption (printing)	14.46 W (US) / 13.56 W (international)
Power consumption (economy)	8.67 W (US) / 8.41 W (international)
Power consumption (off)	6.63 W (US) / 7.19 W (international)
Power supply	Power adapter: HP 0957-2121 (120 VAC) or 0957-2120 (100-240 VAC)
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean print heads and align via printer menu
Spare parts and repairability	Replaceable HP 110 ink cartridge; limited 1-year warranty (printer)
General information	Compact photo printer with built-in screen, ideal for PC-free printing

Frequently Asked Questions - PHOTOSMART A526 HP

How to load paper into the HP Photosmart A526 printer?

Open the output tray. The input tray opens automatically. Load up to 20 sheets of HP Advanced Photo Paper, printable side forward. Slide the paper to the left and adjust the width guide.

What to do if the printer does not print or quality is poor?

Check the ink level on the screen. If necessary, replace the cartridge. Clean or align the cartridge via the printer menu. Make sure you are using the correct paper type and the Best print quality.

How to insert a memory card and print a photo?

Insert the card into the corresponding slot (CF, SD, xD, Memory Stick) with the metal contacts first and the label facing up. Use the ◀▶ arrows to select the photo, then press Print.

The warning light flashes red. What to do?

This indicates an error. Read the instructions on the printer screen. If connected to a computer, follow the on-screen instructions. Try turning the printer off and on again. If the problem persists, visit www.hp.com/support.

How to replace the ink cartridge?

Make sure the printer is on. Open the access door. Remove the pink tape from the new cartridge. Insert it by tilting slightly upward until it clicks. Close the door. Alignment starts automatically.

Can I print directly from a computer?

Yes, after installing the HP Photosmart software provided on CD and connecting the USB cable. Only connect the cable when the installation prompts you. Follow the on-screen instructions for Windows or Mac.

How to correct red-eye effect on my photos?

Press the Red-eye button on the control panel to enable/disable the function. It reduces red-eye effect on flash photos. By default, it is disabled when the printer is turned on.

What to do in case of paper jam?

Turn off the printer and unplug it. Gently remove the jammed paper from the input or output tray. Load new paper, plug in and turn on the printer, then reprint.

Which memory card types are compatible?

The printer accepts CompactFlash I/II, Microdrive, Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick and xD-Picture Card. Insert the card into the correct slot (see diagram in the guide).

Where to find help or the complete manual?

Refer to the User Guide provided with the printer or download it from www.hp.com/support. You can also contact HP support: phone numbers are listed in the manual.

USER MANUAL PHOTOSMART A526 HP

HP Photosmart A520 series

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Basics Guide

Guía básica

Guide d'utilisation

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HP Photosmart A520 series HP Photosmart A520 series Basics Guide

Contents

1 Get started

The HP Photosmart at a glance....5

Control panel buttons and indicator lights....6

Printer menu....7

2 Print basics

Load paper....7

Insert a memory card....8

Print a photo....9

Remove red eye in photos....9

Connect to a computer....9

Install the software and connect the USB cable....9

3 Troubleshooting and Support

Printing and hardware issues....10

Insert or replace the print cartridge....11

Support process....12

Regulatory model identification number SDGOA-0701....13

Environmental statements....13

Find more information....13

Printer specifications....13

HP Warranty....15

1 Get started

This section provides introductory information about the HP Photosmart A520 series printer.

The HP Photosmart at a glance

Figure 1-1 Front and rear views

Label	Description
1	Control panel: Control the basic functions of the printer from here.
2	Output tray (open): Collect your printed photos from this tray.
3	Print cartridge door (closed): Open this door to insert or replace a print cartridge.
4	USB port: Use this port to connect the printer to a computer using the supplied USB cable.
5	Power cord connection: Connect the power cord here.
6	Input tray (closed): Load paper here. Open the output tray first. The input tray opens automatically when you open the output tray.

Control panel buttons and indicator lights

Figure 1-2 Control panel

Label	Description
1	Power: Press to turn the printer on or off. The power button will glow when the power is on. When the printer is idle, the button will pulse softly.
2	Printer screen: View photos and menus here.
	NOTE: The features available on the printer may vary by country/region and/or model.
3	Red Eye: The Red Eye feature reduces the red-eye effect you sometime see in flash photos. Press this button to turn the feature on or off.
4	Print: Press to print the currently viewed image from a memory card. The Print button glows when the printer power is on.
5	Navigation arrows: Press ◀ or ▶ to scroll through photos on a memory card or to navigate the printer menu.
6	Cancel: Press to stop an action, exit a menu, or to cancel printing a queued image.

Figure 1-3 Indicator lights

Label	Description
1	Attention LED: Flashes red when the printer requires attention.
2	Memory card LED: This light turns aqua blue after the memory card is correctly inserted. It flashes blue when the printer is communicating with the memory card or when a connected computer is performing a read, write, or delete operation.

Printer menu

The Printer menu gives you many print options, allows you to change the printer defaults, provides maintenance and troubleshooting tools, and provides how-to information for common printing tasks.

NOTE: The features available on the printer may vary by country/region and/or model.

To use the Printer menu

NOTE: If there is a memory card inserted in the card slots, remove it to access the Printer menu.

1. Press ◀ or ▶ to open the Printer menu.
2. Pressing ▶ will move to the next option and pressing ◀ will move to the previous menu option.
3. Press Print to select an option. Menu options that are not accessible are dimmed.
4. To exit a menu, press the Cancel button.

2 Print basics

Load paper

Use HP Advanced Photo Paper. It is especially designed to work with the inks in your printer to create beautiful photos. Other photo papers will produce inferior results.

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. For information on changing the paper type, see the onscreen Help.

To order HP papers and other supplies, go to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. 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 load paper

1. Open the output tray. The input tray opens automatically.

1. Load up to 20 sheets of photo paper with the print side or glossy side facing the front of the printer. If you are using tabbed paper, load the paper so tab feeds in last. When loading, slide the paper to the left side of the input tray and push the paper down firmly until it stops.
2. Adjust the paper-width guide to fit close to the edge of the paper without bending the paper.

Insert a memory card

Insert a memory card into the appropriate slot with the label facing up and the metal contacts going in first. Refer to the figure to select the correct slot for your memory card.

Figure 2-1 Memory card slots

Label	Description
1	xD-Picture Card
2	Compact Flash I and II, Microdrive
3	Memory Stick
4	Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard (MMC)

△ CAUTION: Do not pull out the memory card while the memory card light is flashing. A flashing light means the printer or computer is accessing the memory card. When the memory card light on the printer is solid, it is safe to pull the card out of the slot.

Print a photo

To print a single photo

1. Navigate through the photos on the inserted memory card.
2. Display the photo you want to print.
3. Press Print.

NOTE: To print additional copies of the current image, press Print again.

Remove red eye in photos

The HP Photosmart A520 series includes a red-eye reduction function that fixes that red-eye effect that sometime occurs in flash photos. This feature is off by default when you turn on the printer. If you want to print a photo using this feature, you can turn it on by pressing the Red Eye button.

Connect to a computer

Printing from a computer gives you more options for printing your images. Before printing from your computer, you must install the HP Photosmart software and connect the USB cable from the printer (using the USB port on the back) to your computer.

NOTE: The USB 2.0 cable required for printing from a computer might not be included in the box with the printer, so you might need to purchase it separately.

Install the software and connect the USB cable

Windows users

Mac users

Important: Do not connect a USB cable until you are prompted.1. Insert the HP Photosmart CD into your computer CD-ROM drive. If the Install Wizard does not appear, locate the setup.exe file on the CD-ROM drive and double-click it. Wait several minutes while the files load.2. Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions.3. When prompted, connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the printer, and connect the other end to the USB port on your computer.4. Follow the onscreen instructions until the installation is finished and your computer restarts.

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the printer, and connect the other end to the USB port on your computer.2. Insert the HP Photosmart CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive.3. On your desktop, double-click the HP Photosmart CD icon.4. Double-click the HP Installer icon, and follow the instructions on each installation screen to install the printer software.5. When the Congratulations screen appears, click OK.

3 Troubleshooting and Support

The HP Photosmart A520 series printer is designed to be reliable and easy to use. This section answers frequently asked questions about using the printer and printing without a computer.

NOTE: Before contacting HP support, read this section for troubleshooting tips or go to the online support services at www.hp.com/support.

Printing and hardware issues

The Attention light is flashing.

Cause: A printer error has occurred. Try the following solutions.

Solution:

• Check the printer screen for instructions. If you have a digital camera connected to the printer, check the camera screen for instructions. If the printer is connected to a computer, check the computer monitor for instructions.
• Turn off the printer.
  • If the light continues to flash, go to www.hp.com/support or contact HP support.

The printer is plugged in, but it will not turn on.

Solution:

• The printer may be plugged into a power strip that is turned off. Turn on the power strip, and then turn on the printer.
• The printer may be plugged into an incompatible power source. If you are traveling abroad, make certain the power source in the country/region you are visiting complies with the power requirements and power cord of the printer.
• Check that the power adapter is functioning properly. To check the power adapter:
• Make sure the power adapter is connected to your printer and a compatible power source.
• Press and hold down the Power button on the printer. If the Power button lights up, then the power cord is working properly. If it fails to light, go to www.hp.com/support or contact HP support.

The paper does not feed into the printer correctly, or the image printed off-center.

Solution:

• The paper may not be loaded correctly. Reload the paper, making sure that the paper is correctly oriented in the input tray and that the paper-width guide fits close to the edge of the paper. For paper-loading instructions, see "Load paper" on page 7.
• The print cartridge may need to be aligned. For more information, see the onscreen Help.

• The printer may need attention. Read the printer screen for instructions.

• The power may be off or there may be a loose connection. Make sure that the power is on and the power cord is securely connected.

• The paper may have jammed while printing. See the following section for instructions on clearing a paper jam.

The paper jammed while printing.

Solution: Try the following steps to clear the paper jam:

1. Turn off the printer, and then unplug it from the power source.
2. Pull out any paper that is jammed in the printer.
3. Remove any wrinkled or torn paper from the input tray or output tray. Load new paper in the input tray.
4. Plug the printer back in, and turn it on. Try printing your document again.

Print quality is poor.

Solution:

• The print cartridge may be running out of ink. Check the ink-level icon on the printer screen, and replace the cartridge if necessary. For more information, see "Insert or replace the print cartridge" on page 11.
• The print cartridge may need to be cleaned or aligned. These tasks can be performed from the Printer menu. For more information on using the Printer menu, see “Printer menu” on page 7.
• 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.
• Make sure you are using the right type of photo paper for the project. For more information, see “Load paper” on page 7.
• Make sure the print quality setting is set to the Best quality and that you have selected the correct paper type. For more information, see the onscreen Help.
• Your photos are instantly dry, and can be handled immediately after they are printed. However, HP recommends that you leave the printed surface of your photos exposed to the air for 3 minutes after printing, to allow the colors to fully develop before you stack them with other photos or place them in albums.

Insert or 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.

△ CAUTION: Check 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.

For best print quality, HP recommends that you install all retail print cartridges before the date stamped on the box.

NOTE: Ink from the cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of different ways, including in the initialization process, which prepares the device and cartridges for printing, and in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after it is used. For more information see www.hp.com/go/inkusage.

To insert or replace a print cartridge

1. Make sure the power is on and you have removed the cardboard from inside the printer.
2. Open the print cartridge door of the printer.
3. Remove the bright pink tape from the cartridge.

NOTE: Do not touch the copper-colored contacts on the print cartridge.

1. If you are replacing a cartridge, push down and pull outward on the cartridge in the cradle to remove it.
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.

The printer starts print cartridge alignment. See the onscreen Help for more information.

Recycle the old 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 www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/inkjet.html.

Support process

If you have a problem, follow these steps:

1. Check the documentation that came with the HP Photosmart.
2. Visit the HP online support Web site at www.hp.com/support. HP online support is available to all HP customers. It is the fastest source for up-to-date device information and expert assistance and includes the following features:

• Fast access to qualified online support specialists
• Software and driver updates for the HP Photosmart
- Valuable HP Photosmart and troubleshooting information for common problems
- Proactive device updates, support alerts, and HP newsgrams that are available when you register the HP Photosmart

1. For Europe only: Contact your local point of purchase. If the HP Photosmart has a hardware failure, you will be asked to bring it back to your local point of purchase.

(Service is provided at no charge during the device limited warranty period. After the warranty period, you will be quoted a service charge.)

1. Call HP support. Support options and availability vary by device, country/region, and language.

For a list of support phone numbers, see the phone number list on the inside of the back cover.

Regulatory model identification number SDGOA-0701

For regulatory identification purposes, the product is assigned a Regulatory Model Number. The Regulatory Model Number for the product is SDGOA-0701. This regulatory number should not be confused with the marketing name (HP Photosmart A520 series) or product number (Q8526A).

Environmental statements

For Environmental Stewardship information, see the onscreen Help.

Find more information

Your new HP Photosmart A520 series printer comes with the following documentation:

• Setup Guide: The setup instructions explain how to set up the printer, install the HP Photosmart software, and print a photo. Read this document first.
• Basics Guide: This is the book you are reading.
• Onscreen Help: The onscreen Help describes how to use the printer with or without a computer and contains troubleshooting information.

After you have installed the HP Photosmart software on your computer, you can view the onscreen Help on your computer:

• Windows PC: From the Start menu, select Programs (in Windows XP or Vista, select All Programs) > HP > HP Photosmart A520 series > Photosmart Help.
• Mac: Select Help > Mac Help in the Finder, then select Library > HP Product Help.

Printer specifications

For a complete list of specifications, see the onscreen Help. For information on accessing the onscreen Help, see “Find more information” on page 13.

Operating System

Microsoft® Windows XP Home, XP Professional, x64 Edition, or Vista Mac® OS X 10.3x, 10.4x

Environmental Specifications

Maximum during operation: 5–40°C (41–104°F), 5–90% RH

Recommended during operation: 15–35°C (59–95°F), 20–80% RH

Power Consumption U.S.

Printing: 14.46 W

Idle: 8.67 W

Off: 6.63 W

International

Printing: 13.56 W

Idle: 8.41 W

Off: 7.19 W

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Power Supply Model Number

HP Part # 0957-2121 (North America), 120 Vac (± 10%) 60 Hz (± 3Hz)

HP Part # 0957-2120 (Rest of world), 100-240 Vac (± 10%) 50/60 Hz (± 3Hz)

Media sizes

Photo paper 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inches)

Photo paper with tab 10 x 15 cm with 1.25 cm tab (4 x 6 inches with 0.5 inch tab)

Index cards 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inches)

A6 cards 105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8 inches)

L-size cards 90 x 127 mm (3.5 x 5 inches)

L-size cards with tab 90 x 127 mm with 12.5 mm tab (3.5 x 5 inches with 0.5 inch tab)

Supported only when printing from a computer: Hagaki, 101 x 203 mm (4 x 8 inches), Panorama photo paper 10 x 30 cm (4 x 12 inches)

Paper Tray

One 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inches) photo paper tray

Paper Tray Capacity

20 sheets of photo paper, maximum thickness 292 m (11.5 mil) per sheet

10 sheets of 10 x 30 cm (4 x 12 inches) photo paper for panoramic printing

HP Warranty

HP product	Duration of limited warranty
Software Media	90 days
Printer	1 year
Print or Ink cartridges	Until the HP ink is depleted or the “end of warranty” date printed on the cartridge has been reached, whichever occurs first. This warranty does not cover HP ink products that have been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with.
Accessories	1 year unless otherwise stated

A. Extent of limited warranty

1. Hewlett-Packard (HP) warrants to the end-user customer that the HP products specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration specified above, which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer.

2. For software products, HP's limited warranty applies only to a failure to execute programming instructions. HP does not warrant that the operation of any product will be interrupted or error free.

3. HP's limited warranty covers only those defects that arise as a result of normal use of the product, and does not cover any other problems, including those that arise as a result of:

a. Improper maintenance or modification;

b. Software, media, parts, or supplies not provided or supported by HP;

c. Operation outside the product's specifications;

d. Unauthorized modification or misuse.

1. For HP printer products, the use of a non-HP cartridge or a refilled cartridge does not affect either the warranty to the customer or any HP support contract with the customer. However, if printer failure or damage is attributable to the use of a non-HP or refilled cartridge or an expired ink cartridge, HP will charge its standard time and materials charges to service the printer for the particular failure or damage.

2. If HP receives, during the applicable warranty period, notice of a defect in any product which is covered by HP's warranty, HP shall either repair or replace the product, at HP's option.

3. If HP is unable to repair or replace, as applicable, a defective product which is covered by HP's warranty, HP shall, within a reasonable time after being notified of the defect, refund the purchase price for the product.

4. HP shall have no obligation to repair, replace, or refund until the customer returns the defective product to HP.

5. Any replacement product may be either new or like-new, provided that it has functionality at least equal to that of the product being replaced.

6. HP products may contain remanufactured parts, components, or materials equivalent to new in performance.

7. HP's Limited Warranty Statement is valid in any country where the covered HP product is distributed by HP. Contracts for additional warranty services, such as on-site service, may be available from any authorized HP service facility in countries where the product is distributed by HP or by an authorized importer.

B. Limitations of warranty

TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, NEITHER HP NOR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS MAKES ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

C. Limitations of liability

1. To the extent allowed by local law, the remedies provided in this Warranty Statement are the customer's sole and exclusive remedies.

2. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, EXCEPT FOR THE OBLIGATIONS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT, IN NO EVENT SHALL HP OR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY AND WHETHER ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

D. Local law

1. This Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights. The customer may also have other rights which vary from state to state in the United States, from province to province in Canada, and from country to country elsewhere in the world.

2. To the extent that this Warranty Statement is inconsistent with local law, this Warranty Statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local law. Under such local law, certain disclaimers and limitations of this Warranty Statement may not apply to the customer. For example, some states in the United States, as well as some governments outside the United States (including provinces in Canada), may:

a. Preclude the disclaimers and limitations in this Warranty Statement from limiting the statutory rights of a consumer (e.g., the United Kingdom);

b. Otherwise restrict the ability of a manufacturer to enforce such disclaimers or limitations; or

c. Grant the customer additional warranty rights, specify the duration of implied warranties which the manufacturer cannot disclaim, or allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties.

1. THE TERMS IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT LAWFULLY PERMITTED, DO NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT, OR MODIFY, AND ARE IN ADDITION TO, THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THE HP PRODUCTS TO SUCH CUSTOMERS.

HP Limited Warranty

Dear Customer,

You will find below the name and address of the HP entity responsible for the performance of the HP Limited Warranty in your country.

You may have additional statutory rights against the seller based on your purchase agreement. Those rights are not in any way affected by this HP Limited Warranty.

Ireland: Hewlett-Packard Ireland Ltd. 30 Herbert Street IRL-Dublin 2

United Kingdom: Hewlett-Packard Ltd, Cain Road, Bracknell, GB-Berks RG12 1HN

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