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HP Photosmart A536

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Brand HP 2004
Model Q8624A#B1H
Released Year 2004
Type Printers
Series Photosmart
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The HP Photosmart A536 is an all-in-one inkjet printer designed primarily for home and small office use, released in 2004. It features a compact design integrating printing, scanning, and copying functionalities, supporting resolutions up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi for high-quality photo printing. The printer utilizes HP's thermal inkjet technology with separate color cartridges for efficient ink use and cost management. It offers a maximum print speed of approximately 20 pages per minute for black and white text documents and slightly slower for color prints. The device supports USB connectivity for easy integration with most desktop computers running Microsoft Windows platforms. Its control panel includes basic buttons and a simple LCD display for ease of operation without complex navigation.

Scan resolution can reach up to 1200 x 2400 dpi, suitable for digitizing photos and documents with adequate detail. Paper handling supports multiple sizes, including standard letter and photo paper sizes with a front-loading tray capacity of about 100 sheets of plain paper. The printer also supports borderless photo printing and automatic color correction technologies to enhance print quality.

Specifications

MPN Q8624A#B1H
UPC 0883585800490, 0836367003466
Model Photosmart A536
Technology Inkjet
Connectivity USB 1.1
Output Type Color
Type Digital Photo Printer
Product Line HP PhotoSmart
Platform M·A·C, PC Products
Extend Printer Technology Inkjet
Color Red
Direct Printing Capabilities Print Photos Without a PC
Color Print Speed Up to 27 Sec/Page
Memory Card Compatibility Memory Stick
Form Factor Desktop
Media Type Photos
Max Resolution (Bw) 1200x1200DPI
Max Resolution (Color) 4800x1200DPI
Black Print Speed 2.2sec/Page
Printer Type Inkjet, All-in-One (Print, Scan, Copy)
Print Technology HP Thermal Inkjet
Maximum Print Resolution 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi (color)
Print Speed Up to 20 ppm (black), slower for color
Scanner Type Flatbed, Color
Scanner Resolution Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi optical
Copying Yes, flatbed copying
Display Basic LCD screen with control buttons
Paper Input Capacity 100 sheets (plain paper)
Supported Paper Sizes Letter, Legal, 4x6, 5x7, 8x10 inch photo paper
Ink Cartridges Individual cyan, magenta, yellow, and black cartridges
Operating Systems Supported Windows 98/ME/2000/XP (limited modern support)
Dimensions Approx. 17.9 x 13.8 x 7.5 inches
Weight Approx. 9.4 pounds
Release Year 2004

Key Advantages

The HP Photosmart A536 offers all-in-one functionality, combining printing, scanning, and copying in a single compact unit. It supports high-resolution photo printing with optimized print quality for home users seeking good photographic outputs. The device is known for user-friendly operation with straightforward control panels, making it accessible for non-technical users. USB connectivity ensures compatibility with a broad range of computers. It provides decent print speeds for everyday document printing and decent scanner quality for occasional use. The use of individual ink cartridges allows cost-effective replacement of only the depleted colors.

Limitations

The Photosmart A536 has limited connectivity options, lacking network or wireless support which restricts it to USB connections only. Print speeds may be slower compared to modern printers, especially for high-resolution color prints. The scanner's optical resolution is adequate but not suitable for professional-grade scanning needs. Ink cartridges tend to have moderate yield, potentially increasing operating costs over time. Paper capacity is relatively small, necessitating frequent refilling for higher print volumes. Additionally, driver support for modern operating systems is limited due to its discontinued status.

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