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OFFICEJET 4500
User Guide
A909
G510
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HP Officejet 4500 (G510) All-in- One series User Guide
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Copyright information Accessibility © 2009 Copyright Hewlett-Packard The device provides a number of Development Company, L.P. features that make it accessible for people with disabilities. Hewlett-Packard Company Visual notices The device software is accessible for users with visual impairments or low The information contained in this vision through the use of your operating document is subject to change without system's accessibility options and notice. features. It also supports most assistiv
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Contents 1 Get started Accessibility................................................................................................................................9 Eco-Tips....................................................................................................................................10 Understand the device parts.....................................................................................................10 Front view..................................................
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Print photos..............................................................................................................................29 Print photos on photo paper (Windows).............................................................................29 Print photos on photo paper (Mac OS X)...........................................................................30 Print on special and custom-sized paper..................................................................................31 Pr
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Contents Change fax settings..................................................................................................................51 Configure the fax header....................................................................................................52 Set the answer mode (Auto answer)..................................................................................52 Set the number of rings before answering......................................................................
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Poor print quality and unexpected printouts.............................................................................78 Solution 1: Use genuine HP cartridges...............................................................................78 Solution 2: Check the paper...............................................................................................78 Solution 3: Wait a short period of time (if possible)............................................................79 Solution 4: Check
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Contents Solve wireless problems (some models only)........................................................................114 Basic wireless troubleshooting.........................................................................................114 Advanced wireless troubleshooting..................................................................................114 Step 1: Make sure your computer is connected to your network................................115 Step 2: Make sure that the HP devic
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Regulatory information...........................................................................................................142 FCC statement..................................................................................................................143 Notice to users in Korea...................................................................................................143 VCCI (Class B) compliance statement for users in Japan................................................143 Not
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Contents C Additional fax setup Set up faxing (parallel phone systems)..................................................................................175 Choose the correct fax setup for your home or office.......................................................176 Case A: Separate fax line (no voice calls received).........................................................178 Case B: Set up the device with DSL.................................................................................179 Ca
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Use the HP Solution Center (Windows).................................................................................207 HP Utility (Mac OS X).............................................................................................................207 Embedded Web server (some models only)..........................................................................208 F Errors (Windows) Fax Memory Full...............................................................................................
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1 Get started This guide provides details about how to use the device and to resolve problems. • Accessibility • Eco-Tips • Understand the device parts • Use the product control panel • Finding the device model number • Select print media • Load an original on the scanner glass • Load an original in the automatic document feeder (ADF) • Load media • Maintain the device • Turn off the device NOTE: If you are using the device with a computer running Windows XP Starter Edition, Windows Vista Starte
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Chapter 1 Eco-Tips HP is committed to helping customers reduce their environmental footprint. HP has provided the Eco-Tips below to help you focus on ways to assess and reduce the impact of your printing choices. In addition to specific features in this product, please visit the HP Eco Solutions Web site for more information on HP's environmental initiatives. www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/ • Duplex printing: Use Paper-saving Printing to print two-sided documents with multiple p
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1 Control panel 2 Main tray 3 Cartridge access door 4 Scanner glass 5 Automatic document feeder 6 Scanner lid Printing supplies area HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Cartridge access door 2 Ink cartridges Back view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Universal serial bus (USB) port 2 Ethernet port (HP Officejet 4500 only) 3 Power input Understand the device parts 11
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Chapter 1 (continued) 4 1-LINE (fax) 5 2-EXT (phone) Use the product control panel This section contains the following topics: • Overview of buttons and lights • Change product settings Types of messages • Overview of buttons and lights The following diagram and related table provide a quick reference to the device control panel features. Label Name and Description 1 Wireless button (HP Officejet 4500 Wireless): Turns the 802.11 wireless feature on or off. The button is lit when the wireless fea
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(continued) Label Name and Description 11 Scan function indicator 12 Copy Color function indicator 13 Copy B&W function indicator 14 Fax Color function indicator 15 Fax B&W function indicator 16 Power: Turns the device on or off. The Power button is lit when the device is on. The light blinks while performing a job. When the device is turned off, a minimal amount of power is still supplied. To completely disconnect the power supply, turn the device off, and then unplug the power cord. Chang
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Chapter 1 To change settings for a mode 1. After selecting a mode, press the arrow buttons to scroll through the available settings available, and then press OK to select the setting you want to change. 2. Press the arrow buttons to change the settings, and then press OK. NOTE: Use the left arrow button or button when you want to delete an incorrect entry on the display. Change product settings To change the product settings or print reports, use the options available in the Setup menu: 1. Pre
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Critical error messages Critical error messages inform you of a device failure. Some of these messages can be cleared by pressing the Power button to turn off the device, and then turning it on again. If a critical error persists, service is required. For more information, see Solve a problem. Finding the device model number In addition to the model name that appears on the front of the device, this device has a specific model number. You can use this number to help determine which supplies or a
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Chapter 1 (continued) HP Printing Paper HP Printing Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It produces documents that look and feel more substantial than documents printed on standard multipurpose or copy paper. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks and vivid colors. It is acid- free for longer lasting documents. HP Office Paper HP Office Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It is suitable for copies, drafts, memos and other everyday documents. It feature
