HP Photosmart A717 Compact Photo Printer, Inkjet, 4800x1200 DPI
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HP Photosmart A636 Compact Photo Printer, Inkjet, 4800x1200 DPI
Feature Comparison
Printing
Printing
| Print technology | Inkjet | Inkjet |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 4800 x 1200 DPI | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
| Print head nozzles | 600 | 600 |
| Print speed (colour photo, best quality) on photo paper | 98 ppm | - |
| Borderless printing | - | Yes |
| Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | - | 21 ppm |
Features
Features
| Market positioning | Home & office | Home & office |
|---|---|---|
| Display | LCD | - |
| 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: edition -3: 1999; EN 60950: 2000; UL 1950/CSA22.2 No. 950, edition -3: 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 |
| Maximum input capacity | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for cards | 20 | Up to 20 cards |
| Maximum output capacity | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Maximum paper trays | 1 | 1 |
Paper handling
Paper handling
| Paper tray media types | Photo paper | Photo paper, Card stock |
|---|---|---|
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Index card | Index card |
| Custom media sizes | 10 x 15 cm, 10 x 30 cm, 13 x 18 cm | Tray 1: 4 x 6, 4 x 8, 5 x 7, 4 x 12 in |
| Duplex print options | N | None (not supported) |
| Paper handling | 20-sheet 13 x 18 cm photo paper tray, 20-sheet output tray | 20-sheet 10 x 15 / 13 x 18 cm photo paper tray, 20-sheet output tray |
| Recommended media weight | HP pho- papers ~ 280 | 60 - 90; HP pho- papers: up - 280 |
| Standard media sizes | 10 x 15 cm, 10 x 30 cm, 13 x 18 cm | A6, Hagaki, L size, panorama, 13 x 18 cm |
| Recommended media | HP Advanced Photo Paper: 10 x 15 cm & 13 x 18 cm | Photo paper |
| Paper handling standard/input | 20-sheet input tray | 20-sheet input tray |
Ports & interfaces
Ports & interfaces
| Direct printing | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| PictBridge | Yes | Yes |
| I/O ports | - USB (USB 2.0) - memory card slots | 1 USB, 1 PictBridge, 4 Memory card slots |
| USB port | - | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | - | 1 |
| SmartCard slot | - | Yes |
Performance
Performance
| Internal memory | 96 MB | 64 MB |
|---|---|---|
| Internal storage capacity | 4 GB | - |
Power
Power
| Power consumption (printing) | 32 W | 14 W |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic power emissions | 5.5 B(A) | 5.5 B(A) |
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
System requirements
System requirements
| Minimum processor | Pentium II ~ | - |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum RAM | 64 MB | - |
| Minimum storage drive space | 200 MB | - |
| Minimum system requirements | - SVGA 800x600, 16-bit colour (monitor) - 4x CD-ROM drive - USB, Mac OS X v10.3.9 and higher; G3 processor or compatible; 128 MB RAM; 150 MB available hard disk space for software installation; SVGA 800 x 600 monitor with 16-bit colour; HP Memories Disc Creator Software, requires CD writer and 700 MB of hard disk space | 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) | 0 - 45 °C | 5 - 40 °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 - 35 °C |
| Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing) | 5 - 95% | - |
Weight & dimensions
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1.57 kg | 1.52 kg |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 252 x 231 x 174 mm | 251 x 221 x 175 mm |
| Dimensions with trays up | 252 x 118 x 126 mm | - |
Packaging data
Packaging data
| Bundled software | HP Photosmart Essential HP Photosmart Premier | Software available for free download via the internet(not included) |
|---|---|---|
| Package weight | 2.5 kg | 2.37 kg |
| Battery included | - | No |
Logistics data
Logistics data
| Pallet gross weight | 681.5 kg | 705 kg |
|---|---|---|
| Master (outer) cases per pallet | 24 pc(s) | 24 pc(s) |
| Layers per pallet | 11 pc(s) | 12 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 264 pc(s) | 288 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet (EU) | 190 pc(s) | 209 pc(s) |
Other features
Other features
| Processor frequency | 192 MHz | 450 MHz |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 252 x 231 x 174 mm | 252 x 117 x 134 mm |
| Video out | Y | - |
| Connectivity technology | Wired | - |
| Power requirements | 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 0.6 amp; 110 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 amp | 100 - 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz) |
| Mac compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 55 dB | 55 dB |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 300 x 165 x 211 mm | 300 x 165 x 203 mm |
| Power supply type | External, optional internal Lithium-Ion battery (not included, sold separately) | External power supply module, optional internal lithium ion battery (not included, sold separately) |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me, XP Home, XP Professional, XP Professional x64 Edition; Mac OS X v10.3.9 ~ | Microsoft Windows XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista, Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5 |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 25.1 cm (9.9") | 25.2 cm (9.92") |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | Dye-based | Dye-based |
| Standard input trays | 1 | 1 |
| Control panel | 9 front-panel buttons (On, Save, Photo Fix & Rotate, Delete, Menu, Print, Cancel, Select, Zoom) | 4.8-inch display with touchscreen (3.5-in viewing area), one button (Power) |
| Wireless technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 1200 x 1000 x 2448 mm | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2563 mm |
| Print quality (colour, best quality) | 4800 DPI | - |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 1200 x 1200 DPI | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Technical features | 4.0 GB internal memory holds up to 4000 photos. PictBridge port; memory card slots for all major formats; iPod compatible; optional Bluetooth Print 10 x 15 cm photos in as fast 39 seconds. Instant-drying, smudge- and water-resistant prints with HP Advance | 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 |
| Size (imperial) | 25.1 cm (9.9") | 25.2 cm (9.92") |
| Camera phone | Direct photo printing from camera phones with the optional HP bt450 Bluetooth Wireless Printer and PC Adapter Yes | Direct photo printing from camera phones with the optional Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter Yes |
| Exifprint supported | Yes, Version 2.2 | Yes, Version 2.2 |
| Network ready | No | No |
| 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, 5 x 7 in | 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) | 299.7 x 165.1 x 210.8 mm (11.8 x 6.5 x 8.3") | 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) | 1198.9 x 1000.8 x 2448.6 mm (47.2 x 39.4 x 96.4") | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2562.9 mm (48 x 40 x 100.9") |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | 680.1 kg (1499.3 lbs) | 704 kg (1552 lbs) |
| Photo proofsheets supported | N | N |
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, 10 x 15 photo) | As fast as 98 sec (with border, direct connect) As fast as 53 sec (with border, 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 |
| Vivera inks supported | Y | Y |
| Weight (imperial) | 3.5 lb | 3.35 lb |
| Wireless option type | Optional, with HP bt450 Bluetooth Wireless Printer and PC Adapter | Optional, with HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapters |
| Maximum output capacity (photo paper) | 20 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Page yield identifier | PS717 | PS630 |
| Pallet size (EU) | 1200 x 800 x 2337 mm | 1200 x 800 x 2377 mm |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, 10 x 15 photo) | As fast as 39 sec (with border, direct connect) | - |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, letter) | >39s (with border, direct connect) | - |
| Standard input capacity for cards | Up to 20 cards | Up to 20 cards |
| 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 |
| Video action printing supported | - | N |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | - | N |
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