HP Photosmart A636 Compact Photo Printer, Inkjet, 4800x1200 DPI
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HP Photosmart 428 Portable Photo Studio Printer, Inkjet, 4800x1200 DPI
Feature Comparison
Printing
Printing
| Borderless printing | Yes | - |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | Inkjet | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 4800 x 1200 DPI | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
| Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 21 ppm | 20 ppm |
| Print head nozzles | 600 | 1800 |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | - | 20 ppm |
| Print speed (black, best quality, A4) | - | 2.1 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, best quality, A4) | - | 2.1 ppm |
Features
Features
| Market positioning | Home & office | Home & office |
|---|---|---|
| Printing colours | Cyan, Magenta | - |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | CISPR 22:2005, EN 55022:2006, FCC CFR 47 Part 15, EN 61000-3-2:2006, IEC 61000-3-2:2005, EN 61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001 + A2:2005, IEC 61000-3-3:1994 + A1:2001 + A2:2005, EN 55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003 | CISPR 22:1997 / EN 55022:1998 Class B; CISPR 24:1997 / EN 55024:1998; IEC 61000-3-2:1995 / EN 61000-3-2:1995; IEC 61000-3-3:1994 / EN 61000-3-3:1995 |
| Safety | IEC 60950-1:2001/EN60950-1:2001, IEC 60825-1 Ed. 1.2:2001/EN60825-1+A1:2002+A2:2001 (LED) AS/NZS 60950.1:2003 NOM 019-SCFI-1993, CNS14336:2004, GB4943:2001 | IEC 60950: third edition: 1999; EN 60950: 2000; UL 1950/CSA22.2 No. 950, third edition: 1995; NOM 019-SFCI-1993; GB4943:2001 |
| Page description languages | - | PML |
| Display | - | LCD |
| Display diagonal | - | 6.35 cm (2.5") |
| Maximum duty cycle | - | 3000 pages per month |
Input & output capacity
Input & output capacity
| Total input capacity | 20 sheets | 100 sheets |
|---|---|---|
| Total output capacity | 20 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 20 sheets | 350 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for cards | Up to 20 cards | 30 |
| Maximum output capacity | 20 sheets | - |
| Maximum paper trays | 1 | 4 |
| Maximum input capacity for transparencies | - | 25 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for banners | - | 20 |
| Maximum input capacity for envelopes | - | 14 |
| Additional paper trays | - | Y |
Paper handling
Paper handling
| Paper tray media types | Photo paper, Card stock | - |
|---|---|---|
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Index card | - |
| Custom media sizes | Tray 1: 4 x 6, 4 x 8, 5 x 7, 4 x 12 in | (77 x 127mm) - (215 x 610mm) |
| Duplex print options | None (not supported) | Automatic (optional) |
| Paper handling | 20-sheet 10 x 15 / 13 x 18 cm photo paper tray, 20-sheet output tray | 100-sheet multisize and 20-sheet photo input trays, 50-sheet output tray; options: 250-sheet plain paper tray, two-sided print accessory with small paper tray |
| Recommended media weight | 60 - 90; HP pho- papers: up - 280 | 65 - 90 g/m² |
| Standard media sizes | A6, Hagaki, L size, panorama, 13 x 18 cm | 10x15cm, 13x18cm, Panorama 10 x 30cm, Panorama A4 (210 x 610mm), A4, A5, A6, B5, C6, DL, Letter |
| Recommended media | Photo paper | Photo paper, plain paper, coated paper, brochure paper and film, transparencies, banners, iron-on transfer media |
| Paper handling standard/input | 20-sheet input tray | 100-sheet multisize tray, 20-sheet photo tray (10 x 15 cm) |
| Media types supported | - | Photo paper, Plain paper, Coated paper, Brochure paper & Film, Transparencies, Banners, Iron-on transfer |
| Paper handling optional/input | - | 250-sheet plain paper tray, two-sided print accessory with small paper tray |
Ports & interfaces
Ports & interfaces
| Direct printing | Yes | - |
|---|---|---|
| PictBridge | Yes | Yes |
| USB port | Yes | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 | 1 |
| I/O ports | 1 USB, 1 PictBridge, 4 Memory card slots | 1x USB 2.0 1x Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| SmartCard slot | Yes | - |
| Export file formats | - | JPEG (EXIF 2.2) |
Performance
Performance
| Internal memory | 64 MB | 64 MB |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | - | Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMedia Card (MMC) |
| Compatible memory cards | - | MicroDrive, MMC, SD, SmartMedia, xD |
Power
Power
| Power consumption (printing) | 14 W | 50 W |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic power emissions | 5.5 B(A) | 45 dB(A) |
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) | - |
| Charging time | - | 4 h |
Operational conditions
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 40 °C | 0 - 45 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -30 - 65 °C | -30 - 65 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% | 5 - 95% |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% | 5 - 95% |
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 - 35 °C | 15 - 45 °C |
System requirements
System requirements
| Minimum system requirements | Windows 7 ready. For more information go to http://http:///go/windows7. Some features may not be available; Windows Vista: 800 MHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 512 MB RAM, 10 MB HD, Internet Explorer, USB; Windows XP Home (SP1), Windows XP Professional (SP1), Windows XP Professional x64 (SP1) editions;: Any Intel Pentium II, Intel Celeron, or 233 MHz compatible processor, 128 MB RAM, 10 MB HD, Internet Explorer 6, USB. (Software is embedded in printer for XP (32-bit and Vista (32-bit). No CD required. Vista 64-bit and XP 64-bit available via Web download; XP and Vista 64-bit versions require Internet access.) Windows Vista: 800 MHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 512 MB RAM, 10 MB HD, Internet Explorer, USB; Windows XP Home (SP1), Windows XP Professional (SP1), Windows XP Professional x64 (SP1) editions; Windows 7 ready. For more information go to http:///go/windows7. Some features may not be available: Any Intel Pentium II, Intel Celeron, or 233 MHz compatible processor, 128 MB RAM, 10 MB HD, Internet Explorer 6, USB. (Software is embedded in printer for XP (32-bit and Vista (32-bit). No CD required. Vista 64-bit and XP 64-bit available via Web download; XP and Vista 64-bit versions require Internet access.), PowerPC G3, G4, G5, or Intel Core processor; 256 MB RAM (512 MB or higher recommended for Mac OS X v 10.5); Mac OS X v 10.4, Mac OS X v 10.5; 10 MB HD; Web browser; USB port; (Software is embedded in printer for Mac OS X v 10.4, Mac OS X v 10.5, Mac OS X v 10.6) | CD-ROM drive Internet Explorer 5.5, 4x CD-ROM drive, SVGA monitor (800 x 600 with 16-bit colour), USB port and USB cable (not included), G3 processor or greater, Mac OS X v 10.1.5, 10.2, 10.3, 500 MB free hard disk space, 128 MB RAM (256 MB recommended) |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum processor | - | Pentium II / G3 |
| Minimum RAM | - | 128 MB |
| Minimum storage drive space | - | 600 MB |
Weight & dimensions
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1.52 kg | 8 kg |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 251 x 221 x 175 mm | 227 x 236 x 162 mm |
Packaging data
Packaging data
| Battery included | No | - |
|---|---|---|
| Bundled software | Software available for free download via the internet(not included) | HP Image Zone Software HP Instant Share |
| Package weight | 2.37 kg | 9.94 kg |
Logistics data
Logistics data
| Pallet gross weight | 705 kg | - |
|---|---|---|
| Master (outer) cases per pallet | 24 pc(s) | - |
| Layers per pallet | 12 pc(s) | - |
| Products per pallet | 288 pc(s) | - |
| Products per pallet (EU) | 209 pc(s) | - |
Other features
Other features
| Processor frequency | 450 MHz | - |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 252 x 117 x 134 mm | 536 x 401 x 192 mm |
| Power requirements | 100 - 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz) | 100-240V; 50/60Hz |
| Mac compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 55 dB | 45 dB |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 300 x 165 x 203 mm | 596 x 246 x 468 mm |
| Power supply type | External power supply module, optional internal lithium ion battery (not included, sold separately) | - |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 21 ppm | 4.4 ppm |
| Print quality, vertical alignment accuracy | +/- 0.006 in | +/-0.0508 mm |
| Control panel | 4.8-inch display with touchscreen (3.5-in viewing area), one button (Power) | Easy to use control panel with "Save", "HP Instant Share", "Layout", "Select photos", "Print", "Cancel", "Zoom", "Menu", "Rotate" buttons |
| Standard input trays | 1 | 2 |
| Compatible operating systems | Microsoft Windows XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista, Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5 | Windows 98/2000/Me/XP Mac OS X 10.1.5 + |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | Dye-based | - |
| Print head | 1 (cyan, magenta, yellow) | - |
| Network ready | No | - |
| Wireless technology | Bluetooth | - |
| Functions | - | |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2563 mm | - |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 1200 x 1200 DPI | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Media size (tray 1) | Tray 1: 4 x 6 in, 4 x 8-in photo card, 4 x 12-in panorama, 5 x 7 in | - |
| Technical features | HP Auto Red-eye Removal, Photo brightness. | 5 card readers, 11 formats Photo selection: individual, range, all, or device-selected (PictBridge, Bluetooth****, DPOF 1.1) On-printer photo editing: brightness, black and white, zoom, crop, rotate and more Video action print: video files are recognised |
| Paper handling standard/output | 20-sheet output tray | 50-sheet output tray |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 25.2 cm (9.92") | - |
| Automatic paper sensor | N | - |
| Camera phone | Direct photo printing from camera phones with the optional Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter Yes | - |
| Size (imperial) | 25.2 cm (9.92") | - |
| Exifprint supported | Yes, Version 2.2 | - |
| Maximum input capacity (photo paper) | 20 sheets | - |
| Maximum input capacity for 10 x 15 cm photographs | 20 sheets | - |
| Maximum print length (imperial) | 12 in | - |
| Maximum print length | 305 m | - |
| Media handling | Sheetfeed | - |
| Media sizes supported (imperial) | 4 x 6 in, 4 x 8-in photo card, 4 x 12-in panorama, 5 x 7 in | - |
| Media weights by paper path | 60 - 90 g/m2 | - |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 299.7 x 165.1 x 202.9 mm (11.8 x 6.5 x 7.99") | - |
| Package weight (imperial) | 2.37 kg (5.23 lbs) | - |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2562.9 mm (48 x 40 x 100.9") | - |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | 704 kg (1552 lbs) | - |
| Photo proofsheets supported | N | - |
| Recommended media weight (imperial) | 16 to 24 lb; HP photo papers: up to 75 lb | - |
| Skew | +/- 0.006 in | - |
| Standard output capacity for cards | Up to 20 cards | - |
| SureSupply supported | Yes | - |
| Video action printing supported | N | - |
| Vivera inks supported | Y | - |
| Weight (imperial) | 3.35 lb | - |
| Wireless option type | Optional, with HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapters | - |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | N | - |
| Maximum output capacity (photo paper) | 20 sheets | - |
| Page yield identifier | PS630 | - |
| Pallet size (EU) | 1200 x 800 x 2377 mm | - |
| Standard input capacity for cards | Up to 20 cards | - |
| Connectivity technology | - | Wired |
| Colour printing technology | - | HP Photoret Pro precision technology colour management from the application enabled, via ICC profiles |
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | - | 4.4 ppm |
| Networking features | - | Ethernet 10Base-T |
| Camera resolution | - | 690 x 1 pixels |
| Focus | - | Normal, macro |
| Effective sensor resolution | - | 2620 pixels |
| Optical sensor size | - | 25.4 / 2.5 mm (1 / 2.5") |
| Page yield high capacity (black & white) | - | C8767EE HP No. 339 Black Inkjet Print Cartridge (21 ml) 800 pages* |
| Self-timer delay | - | 10 s |
| Zoom capability | - | 24x (optical 3x, digital 8x) |
| Camera shutter speed | - | 2 - 1/2 000 s |
| Page yield (photo) | - | C9369EE HP No. 348 Photo Inkjet Print Cartridge (13 ml) 135 10 x 15 cm photos (+/-10%)** C9368AE HP No. 100 Gray Photo Inkjet Print Cartridge (15 ml) 110 10 x 15 cm photos in colour (+/-10%)*** |
| Print quality (colour, best quality) | - | 4800 DPI |
| Lens focal range | - | ~0,5 m (normal), 0,1 - 0,8 m (macro) |
| Typefaces | - | 8 |
| Service & support | - | One-year limited hardware warranty backed by HP Customer Care, service and support. |
| Lens system | - | 6 - 18 mm; 36 - 108 mm (35 mm); f2,8 - f4,9 |
| Approximate page yield (A4, colour) | - | 260 pages |
| Megapixel (approx.) | - | 5.2 MP |
Sustainability
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | - | ENERGY STAR |
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