Page 3 - contents
i contents Chapter 1 getting started .............................................................................. 1 viewing the onscreen user’s guide ............................................................................... 1information map ......................................................
Page 4 - ii
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer ii printing photos from a memory card .......................................................................... 26 deciding which photos to print............................................................................ 27printing an index page .................
Page 5 - getting started; viewing the onscreen user’s guide
1 1 getting started Thank you for purchasing an HP PhotoSmart 1215/1115 color printer! Your new printer prints everything from high-quality black and white text documents to color photos. Before you get started, be sure to set up your new printer—use the Setup Guide included in the box. This guide d...
Page 6 - information map
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting started 2 information map getting started basics guide onscreen guide unpacking your printer P other items you will need P P printer parts P P control panel P P indicator lights P P loading paper P P loading paper in the paper tray P P loading paper in t...
Page 8 - printer parts
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting started 4 printer parts Top cover Open this cover to change print cartridges Paper tray Place paper or envelopes in this tray for printing Paper width guide Adjust this guide to fit close to the edge of the paper in the paper tray OUT tray This tray catc...
Page 9 - control panel
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer 5 control panel Tip: To get maximum use from your print cartridges, do not unplug the printer or turn off the power source (such as a power strip), until the Power light is off. Photo Size Use this button to choose the printed size for all selected photos Print ...
Page 10 - indicator lights; setting up your printer; items you will
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting started 6 indicator lights Caution: Do not remove the memory card while the card slot light is blinking. Removing a memory card while it is in use may damage the card or the files saved on the card. setting up your printer items you will need Depending o...
Page 12 - loading paper
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting started 8 loading paper You can print on many different types and sizes of paper. We recommend using HP designed inkjet paper for the best output quality. For example, if you are printing a photo, be sure to print on HP Premium Plus Photo Paper for photo...
Page 14 - loading paper in the photo tray
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting started 10 loading paper in the photo tray Use the printer’s photo tray to print on 4 x 6 inch (102 x 152 mm) photo paper. When you use the photo tray, you can leave your regular paper in the paper tray. To load paper in the photo tray: 1 On the OUT tray...
Page 17 - using your printer with a computer
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer 13 9 On the Control panel, press OK/Yes . The printer begins printing an automatic calibration page to align the print cartridges. using your printer with a computer You can use your HP PhotoSmart 1215/1115 color printer with a Windows PC or a Macintosh. For inf...
Page 19 - tools menu
2 15 getting to know your printer tools menu Access the Tools menu from the Tools button. The Tools menu options allow you to change the printer settings from the Control panel. model 1215 Tools menu option Choices Print a test pageClean the print cartridgesSelect paper settings Manually set Auto-de...
Page 20 - adjusting the printer settings from the control panel
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting to know your printer 16 model 1115 adjusting the printer settings from the control panel You can use the Tools button on the Control panel to print a test page or adjust the printer’s settings. Note: The current setting is marked with an asterisk (*) on ...
Page 22 - page layout
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting to know your printer 18 model 1115 You can set your printer to print on one type and size of paper by changing the paper type and size default settings or you can set your printer to request the paper type and size for each print. To select the default p...
Page 24 - photo
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting to know your printer 20 photo cropping The printer automatically crops a photo exactly to the size you select. For example, if you select a 4 x 6 inch (102 x 152 mm) photo size, the printer will crop the photo to that size by measuring from the center of...
Page 26 - understanding memory cards; types of
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer getting to know your printer 22 understanding memory cards If your digital camera uses a memory card to store photos, you can insert the memory card into the printer to print or save your photos. The printer LCD guides you through the process. For more informati...
Page 29 - paper type and size settings
3 25 printing without a computer Your HP PhotoSmart 1215/1115 color printer allows you to print directly from a memory card or use infrared without being connected to a computer. You can use the Control panel to choose photos on a memory card or send a file or photos from an infrared (IR) device. Th...
Page 30 - printing photos from a memory card
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer printing without a computer 26 Model 1115 gives you the option to set the default paper type and size. Use this if you usually print on one type and size of paper, so that you do not have to select these options each time you print. Note that you will still have...
Page 32 - choosing
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer printing without a computer 28 To print an index page: 1 Insert the memory card into the printer. See “inserting a memory card” on page 23 if you need more information. 2 Check that the printer’s LCD indicates: If this is not the setting shown on the LCD, press ...
Page 34 - cancelling a
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer printing without a computer 30 3 Press Choose Photos until the photo number 15 appears on the LCD after the dash. 4 Press OK/Yes . To select a DPOF file: 1 Select the photos you want to use by creating a DPOF file on your digital camera. The settings you can spe...
Page 35 - troubleshooting; important Windows PC information
4 31 troubleshooting The printer is designed to be reliable and easy to use. The following pages offer tips and advice for addressing frequently asked questions. See the Onscreen User’s Guide for additional troubleshooting tips. Before you begin, make sure:• All the cable connections between your pr...
Page 37 - software problems
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer 33 software problems See the Onscreen User’s Guide for additional troubleshooting tips. Problem Possible cause Solution I inserted the printer software CD, but the computer could not read it. The CD was not properly installed. The CD-ROM drive may be damaged. Th...
Page 38 - hardware problems
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer troubleshooting 34 hardware problems See the Onscreen User’s Guide for additional troubleshooting tips. Problem Possible cause Solution My printer is connected with a USB cable through another USB device or a hub and when I try to print I get a message saying “T...
Page 41 - printing problems
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer 37 printing problems See the Onscreen User’s Guide for additional troubleshooting tips. Problem Possible cause Solution No page came out of the printer. (continued on next page) The printer needs attention. Read the printer LCD for instructions. Power may be off...
Page 43 - error messages
hp photosmart 1215/1115 color printer 39 error messages LCD Message Problem Solution Some photos are corrupted. Some files are corrupted. The printer detects that one or more files specified in the job are corrupted and cannot be accessed. • Press OK/Yes . The printer may not print the file or it ma...
Page 45 - specifications
5 41 specifications Paper Trays 2 paper trays: one letter size, one 4 x 6 inch (102 x 152 mm) photo Input Capacity 100 sheets letter, 20 sheets 4 x 6 inch (102 x 152 mm) photo, 15 envelopes, 20 banners, 30 cards, 30 transparencies, 20 sheets of labels Output Capacity 50 sheets (for Normal and Best p...
