HP Photosmart A436 Portable Photo Studio Printer, Inkjet, 4800x1200 DPI
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HP Photosmart A636 Compact Photo Printer, Inkjet, 4800x1200 DPI
Feature Comparison
Printing
Printing
| Duplex printing | No | - |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | Inkjet | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 4800 x 1200 DPI | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
| Borderless printing | - | Yes |
| Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | - | 21 ppm |
| Print head nozzles | - | 600 |
Features
Features
| Market positioning | Home & office | Home & office |
|---|---|---|
| Product colour | Silver | - |
| Built-in display | Yes | - |
| Display | LCD | - |
| Display resolution | 480 x 240 pixels | - |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | CISPR 24/EN55024; CISPR 22/EN55022 Class B; FCC Title 47 Part 15 Class B | 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 |
| Safety | IEC 60950: third edition: 1999; EN 60950: 2000; UL 1950/CSA22.2 No. 950, third edition: 1995; NOM 019-SFCI-1993; GB4943: 2001 | 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 |
| Printing colours | - | Cyan, Magenta |
Input & output capacity
Input & output capacity
| Total input capacity | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
|---|---|---|
| Total output capacity | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Paper input type | Paper tray | - |
| Maximum input capacity | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Maximum output capacity | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Maximum paper trays | 1 | 1 |
| Maximum input capacity for cards | - | Up to 20 cards |
Paper handling
Paper handling
| Paper tray media types | Card stock, Photo paper | Photo paper, Card stock |
|---|---|---|
| Custom media sizes | 10 x 15 cm, 10 x 30 cm | Tray 1: 4 x 6, 4 x 8, 5 x 7, 4 x 12 in |
| Duplex print options | None | None (not supported) |
| Recommended media weight | 16 - 24 g/m² | 60 - 90; HP pho- papers: up - 280 |
| Standard media sizes | 4" x 6" 4" x 6.5" 4" x 8" (photo card), 4" x 12" (panorama) | A6, Hagaki, L size, panorama, 13 x 18 cm |
| Recommended media | HP Advanced Photo Paper | Photo paper |
| Paper handling standard/input | 20-sheet input tray | 20-sheet input tray |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | - | Index card |
| Paper handling | - | 20-sheet 10 x 15 / 13 x 18 cm photo paper tray, 20-sheet output tray |
Ports & interfaces
Ports & interfaces
| Direct printing | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| PictBridge | Yes | Yes |
| USB port | Yes | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 | 1 |
| I/O ports | 1 x USB, 1 x infrared | 1 USB, 1 PictBridge, 4 Memory card slots |
| Export file formats | JPEG | - |
| Infrared data port | Yes | - |
| SmartCard slot | - | Yes |
Network
Network
| Wi-Fi | No | - |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | No | - |
| Bluetooth | No | - |
Performance
Performance
| Card reader integrated | Yes | - |
|---|---|---|
| Compatible memory cards | SD | - |
| Internal memory | - | 64 MB |
Power
Power
| Acoustic power emissions | 5 B(A) | 5.5 B(A) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Power consumption (printing) | - | 14 W |
System requirements
System requirements
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 | - |
|---|---|---|
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.1 Puma, Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger | - |
| Minimum processor | Pentium II; G3 | - |
| Minimum RAM | 64 MB | - |
| Minimum storage drive space | 200 MB | - |
| Minimum system requirements | SVGA (800 x 600, 16-bit color); 4x CD-ROM drive; USB, Mac OS X v 10.3.9 and higher; G3 processor or compatible (G4 or higher recommended); 128 MB RAM (256 MB or higher recommended); 150 MB available hard disk space for software installation; SVGA 800 x 600 monitor 16-bit color; 4x CD-ROM drive; USB port and USB cable (not included); Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 or higher recommended; QuickTime 7.0.3 or higher; any Web browser | 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) |
Operational conditions
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 40 °C | 5 - 40 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | 59 - 95 °C | -30 - 65 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90% | 5 - 95% |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90% | 5 - 95% |
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 - 35 °C | 15 - 35 °C |
Weight & dimensions
Weight & dimensions
| Width | 227 mm | - |
|---|---|---|
| Depth | 230 mm | - |
| Height | 170 mm | - |
| Weight | 2.64 kg | 1.52 kg |
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 227 x 230 x 170 mm | 251 x 221 x 175 mm |
Packaging data
Packaging data
| AC adapter included | Yes | - |
|---|---|---|
| Battery included | No | No |
| Manual | Yes | - |
| Quick start guide | Yes | - |
| Warranty card | Yes | - |
| Bundled software | HP Photosmart | Software available for free download via the internet(not included) |
| Package weight | 2.5 kg | 2.37 kg |
Logistics data
Logistics data
| Pallet gross weight | 646.5 kg | 705 kg |
|---|---|---|
| Master (outer) cases per pallet | 25 pc(s) | 24 pc(s) |
| Layers per pallet | 10 pc(s) | 12 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 250 pc(s) | 288 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet (EU) | 25 pc(s) | 209 pc(s) |
Other features
Other features
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 226 x 230 x 170 mm | 252 x 117 x 134 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Power requirements | Input voltage 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz) | 100 - 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz) |
| Mac compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | Dye-based | Dye-based |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 260 x 170 x 219 mm | 300 x 165 x 203 mm |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 1200 x 1000 x 2347 mm | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2563 mm |
| Standard input trays | 1 | 1 |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 98/2000/Me/XP; Mac OS X v 10.3.9 + | Microsoft Windows XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista, Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5 |
| Camera resolution | 3072 x 2304 pixels | - |
| Focus | Normal; macro | - |
| Lens system | f2.8 - f4.7 HP Precision | - |
| Zoom capability | 24x (3x optical; 8x digital) | - |
| Network ready | No | No |
| Wireless technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Control panel | Power, Save, Photo Fix, Print, Menu/OK, Zoom, Cancel and TV (TV remote viewing) | 4.8-inch display with touchscreen (3.5-in viewing area), one button (Power) |
| Print quality (colour, best quality) | 4800 DPI | - |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 1200 x 1200 DPI | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Technical features | HP Adaptive Lighting, HP Auto Red-eye Removal | HP Auto Red-eye Removal, Photo brightness. |
| Print head | 1 (cyan, magenta, yellow) | 1 (cyan, magenta, yellow) |
| Paper handling standard/output | 20-sheet output tray | 20-sheet output tray |
| Automatic paper sensor | N | N |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 22.6 cm (8.9") | 25.2 cm (9.92") |
| Camera phone | N | Direct photo printing from camera phones with the optional Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter Yes |
| Exifprint supported | Yes, Version 2.2 | Yes, Version 2.2 |
| Size (imperial) | 22.6 cm (8.9") | 25.2 cm (9.92") |
| Maximum input capacity (photo paper) | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for 10 x 15 cm photographs | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Maximum print length (imperial) | 12 in | 12 in |
| Maximum print length | 305 m | 305 m |
| Media handling | Sheetfeed | Sheetfeed |
| Media sizes supported (imperial) | 4 x 6 in, 4 x 6.5 in, 4 x 8-in photo card, 4 x 12-in panorama | 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 to 90 g/m2; HP photo papers: up to 280 g/m2 | 60 - 90 g/m2 |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 259.1 x 170.2 x 218.4 mm (10.2 x 6.7 x 8.6") | 299.7 x 165.1 x 202.9 mm (11.8 x 6.5 x 7.99") |
| Package weight (imperial) | 2.49 kg (5.5 lbs) | 2.37 kg (5.23 lbs) |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2336.8 mm (48 x 40 x 92") | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2562.9 mm (48 x 40 x 100.9") |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | 645.1 kg (1422.3 lbs) | 704 kg (1552 lbs) |
| Photo proofsheets supported | N | N |
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, 10 x 15 photo) | As fast as 99 sec (with border, direct connect), as fast as 110 sec (borderless, direct connect) As fast as 60 sec (with border, direct connect), as fast as 68 sec (borderless, direct connect) | - |
| Printer features | Color photo printing | - |
| Recommended media weight (imperial) | 16 to 24 lb; HP photo papers: up to 75 lb | 16 to 24 lb; HP photo papers: up to 75 lb |
| Skew | +/- 0.006 in | +/- 0.006 in |
| Standard output capacity for cards | Up to 20 cards | Up to 20 cards |
| SureSupply supported | Yes | Yes |
| Video action printing supported | Y | N |
| Vivera inks supported | Y | Y |
| Weight (imperial) | 5.8 lb | 3.35 lb |
| Wireless option type | Optional, with HP bt450 Bluetooth Wireless Printer and PC Adapter | Optional, with HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapters |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | N | N |
| Fade-resistance (archivability, dye ink) | 60 year(s) | - |
| Maximum output capacity (photo paper) | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Pallet size (EU) | 1200 x 800 x 2347 mm | 1200 x 800 x 2377 mm |
| Processor frequency | - | 450 MHz |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | - | 55 dB |
| 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 |
| Print quality, vertical alignment accuracy | - | +/- 0.006 in |
| Functions | - | |
| 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 |
| Page yield identifier | - | PS630 |
| Standard input capacity for cards | - | Up to 20 cards |
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