Hi there.
I would like to help a friend purchase an A500 tablet. They do not have WiFi but a MiFi. How do they print? This is one of the reasons they want to purchase a tablet. They do not have a PC, or a laptop, and don't want on. They want an A500, a printer and a MiFi. That's all.
How do they print? I presume you can't just stick any USB printer into the USB port and make it work. Any special app to make it work?
Thanks for your help.
This article might help them out. It lists quite a few options for doing exactly what they want... As long as what they want includes buying the appropriate printer...
Or if their printer has a usb port and accepts usb memory it would be easy. Heck they could probably get a printer that reads sd cards and do it that way as well.
I've never tried printing though USB before on the a500 but I wouldn't imagine it would be that easy/if at all possible. If your printer can connect to the mifi then it is possible to do a network print through the a500 but you would need a special app for that.
You have to use aprint service thru a computer get a compatible printer.some of the new HP and brother printer have print apps that will work over the MIDI device.it uses a cloud print service type connection.
Related
Hey guys,
I have a small problem with the printing software.
At home, we got a "network printer", that means the printer is connected with our router (T-Com Speedport W900V) over an USB-Cable.
So actually its not a '"pure" network printer, because you map them as a local printer in Windows. Just the port is set to "Standard TCP/IP-Port" and mapped as "speedport.ip"
Now my question: Is it possible to address this printer directly like in Windows with our software? Or is it just possible over "Workgroup" and a running PC? (this option works flawlessly)
greetz
playdo
PS (for better understanding):
WORKING: Print from my Touch via my laptop on the printer, which is connected to my router.
NOT WORKING: Print directly from my Touch on the printer.
could be a print driver issue
The printer works! But just via the other way i mentioned.
I think its a network issue or just a lack of a program feature
if you're question is about getting a network printer to work
in a different way from a windows pc
rather then getting a network printer to work from your blackstone pda
I should prob move your thread to the offtopic forum
as it would have nothing to do with blackstone pda's at all
and in offtopic forum more people with knowledge about
network printers would be likely to stumple across it
if they don't happen to own blackstone pda's too
Oh i'm sorry, i think we got an misunderstanding. Probably because i'm not a native english speaker.
Here is again what i have/want:
WORKING: Print from my Touch via my laptop on the printer, which is connected to my router.
NOT WORKING: Print directly from my Touch on the printer.
Hope i made my request more clear
Isn't there any possible solution?
Or couldn't I make my request clear enough?
I don't know if anybody has the same configuration at home, but it is like this:
The router provides the printer as a local printer, just over an TCP/IP-Port. So in Windows you connect it over "local printer" and "specific port --> TCP/IP"
But I think that isn't possible with our Westtek Software, is it?
may be the (jetcet?) software in HD doesn't support printing over ppc networking.
Hey guys I have a question...
Is it possible to print using my HTC HD2?
As in, directly print from my HTC HD2 to say a USB printer? (via perhaps a cable.. I think the printer uses a USB-B -> USB-A, so I would need a micro USB -> USB-A)?
Is that possible?
If it is... what would I need? (software, cables, and what not)
Thanks
Edit: The printer is a T522 Lexmark printer by the way, and lets assume I don't have a network connection (its complicated).
Anybody?
simply....... no.that would require the phone being capable of operating as a usb host, which it isn't.
there is a thread looking in to maybe getting usb host working but don't hold your break for itany time soon
maybe using pictbridge fonction if the printer support this
you can print via bluetooth or via network using Jetcet print. Check this app, it is default app in leo
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Use the built-in JETPRINT5 - it allows you to print via bluetooth connection although I never tried this on my own.
I've an HTC Desire HD and can connect via wifi, I could connect via cable and tether a PC via the phones 3G signal etc However, I was wondering if, in the absence of USB connectivity and no wifi or 3G, would a USB to RJ45 cable be made to work? That is, having a wired ethernet connection to the phone's microUSB port. Obviously you would need an ethernet driver on the phone.
Now I don't have an immediate need for this, it's more a case of 'I wonder ...... '. I've read that USB host mode is not possible but not sure how/if that would negate being able to driver ethernet over the microUSB port. Anyone know for sure?
Ta
Dave
dvhttn said:
I've an HTC Desire HD and can connect via wifi, I could connect via cable and tether a PC via the phones 3G signal etc However, I was wondering if, in the absence of USB connectivity and no wifi or 3G, would a USB to RJ45 cable be made to work? That is, having a wired ethernet connection to the phone's microUSB port. Obviously you would need an ethernet driver on the phone.
Now I don't have an immediate need for this, it's more a case of 'I wonder ...... '. I've read that USB host mode is not possible but not sure how/if that would negate being able to driver ethernet over the microUSB port. Anyone know for sure?
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Dave
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I think the answer is not without usb host, and the cable would need to be more like a dongle with a nic in it.
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I think the answer is not without usb host, and the cable would need to be more like a dongle with a nic in it. ...
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You're right of course. Doh ..... (on my part). But then you can get things such as this ... http://www.saverstore.com/product/2...NIC-1427-100--USB-to-RJ45-Network-connection- ... (first one I found - may be cr*p ).
Dave
I have seen this work using a Router with a usb port.
It requires a Linux router with enough guts to do it, Tommato/DD-WRT running, and one must fiddle with it. Essentially one uses the router to share the internet USB connection. It is probably the cheapest and most supported route.
LargePrime said:
I have seen this work using a Router with a usb port.
It requires a Linux router with enough guts to do it, Tommato/DD-WRT running, and one must fiddle with it. Essentially one uses the router to share the internet USB connection. It is probably the cheapest and most supported route.
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That would be lovely though .. Ill try it later ...
Let us know how it goes.
Back in the day I had an HP iPaq that didn't have WiFi built in, but I could connect it to a wired network via a small adapter that functioned as a nic. Hypothetically you could find or fashion such a device to function over mini-USB, and then write some drivers to get it to share data with an attached computer. Just my 2c.
If you want to write drivers, you have a whole new level of complexity.
USB port of a router is a known cheap solution.
I'd have to second the OP's idea, as it does have merit. Hopefully the work on getting the USB Host working can show some results in the future....
However, I'm in the same boat, where I have a Nook Color running CM7 I use as a tablet, and an N1. I'm also on business in China a lot, and I prefer to use the NC in place of a laptop, although in some places wireless is flakey or non-existent. In those scenarios I'd rather not use the N1 as an access point using the 3G network to run data, as it adds up quick, even when using China sim cards.
It's these situations where a means to connect an android device to a physical ethernet is desirable, whether by USB or by wireless to a dongle.
This is the one device I'm testing out now is a CQR-980 from Cnet. You'll have to google it, because I can't post links.
The reason for this unit is it's size (its 3.52 (L) x 2.32 (W) x 1.06 (H) inches), and full support for setting up a secure wireless environment. If it works right, I will pre-configure it as an access point with WPA2, and it should be able to be plugged into any ethernet port in a hotel or otherwise, and I should get an IP on the NC or N1 via wireless.
If anyone else has found a better way to make this sort of setup work, would love to hear of it. The fewer devices I have to bring the better. Yet this is still better than dragging even a small laptop around.
I have seen this work using a Router with a usb port.
The Phone got to have specialized hardware to enable it to use just that USB to RJ-45 cable.
But in my experience, I could be wrong about it. Don't know what the R & D guys will cook up next.
This could make the job of having RJ45 connected to USB?
http://www.cnetusa.com/eng/CQR-981.php
Also this seems interesting:
http://www.euogo.com/usb-lan-adapte...to-rj45-adapter-for-android-tablets_p420.html
Will it work with an ASUS Transformer (Honeycomb 3.0)?
I have looked around a lot on the web for the MicroUSB to RJ45 Ethernet on a Droid, no luck. I have small hardware devices that have embedded configuration servers that are only accessible via TCP/IP Ethernet RJ45 ports and I normally use my netbook for that. I thought it would sure be cool to be able to access those embedded servers via my Droid2G for example, and get rid of the netbook. It seems like the phone can do almost everything else.
I've read about USB host mode etc, and the mini dongles with NIC's in them seem more promising, but I guess there has not been a big enough need for the guru's to go after it. Aparently it may available on the Android 3.x tablets but no able to backport to Android 2.x? Verizon will likely never upgrade my D2G OS.
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You're right of course. Doh ..... (on my part). But then you can get things such as this ... http://www.saverstore.com/product/2...NIC-1427-100--USB-to-RJ45-Network-connection- ... (first one I found - may be cr*p ).
Dave
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What if you used this but also used a usb extender so you could plug in the phone cable to the usb to rj45.? Then all that would be left would be the drivers.
With the exception of cybdroid's situation I think that a little wireless ap would work great. I have a little netgear wgr101 that works great.. you connect it to a rj45 port in the motel, and then wifi from the phone or laptop.
The reason i'm on this tipic, is I was thinking rj45 to rj45 on a copier. Then I can set same subnet, and ip range with a crossover cable(or ipx on on the copier). Then I wouldn't have to use a full laptop to troubleshoot...
now i'm not an apple fan but redpark has something for the i- series of apple products to do exactly what i'm curious about... you can check it on the tech journal.
Now that I spend some time reading and thinking, I might even be able to use my little wgr101 if i figure out a hosts file in the android os to direct traffic through the router. And, if I don't have to wear out the usb jack on the device, all the better.
I think I have my problem fixed, just went ahead a posted this as it might give someone else an idea. Might be a solution that even the op enjoys entertaining... I think op#2 and frayedends are on the right track.
So I've been debating getting the Atrix and the Laptop Dock. I really like the idea of the qHD screen, so unless I wait for the HTC Holiday... this is the phone for me.
However, I have a Motorola Xoom, an HP Tablet, and several computers. So I don't know if I'd use the Laptop Dock that much. But I was thinking... IF I can connect other devices like a camera or a printer to the laptop dock, and if I can upload photos from the laptop dock, or print something... that would be pretty sweet, right?
So how about it. I searched for printer or print, and the only hits I got were for the "finger print" reader. Anyone used the laptop dock to print, or maybe found some other use for the USB ports so your glad you got it?
merkman said:
So I've been debating getting the Atrix and the Laptop Dock. I really like the idea of the qHD screen, so unless I wait for the HTC Holiday... this is the phone for me.
However, I have a Motorola Xoom, an HP Tablet, and several computers. So I don't know if I'd use the Laptop Dock that much. But I was thinking... IF I can connect other devices like a camera or a printer to the laptop dock, and if I can upload photos from the laptop dock, or print something... that would be pretty sweet, right?
So how about it. I searched for printer or print, and the only hits I got were for the "finger print" reader. Anyone used the laptop dock to print, or maybe found some other use for the USB ports so your glad you got it?
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Google Docs + Cloud Printing would work, but would require you to upload everything to your Docs account and then print from there.
I was never successful in getting my old HP 1012 to work directly through the lapdock configuration menu (in the settings you can setup printers). It is a usb printer attached to desktop. I can print from other devices (laptop, daughter's desktop) via wifi but never could set it up for the Atrix directly (lapdock never saw it). I messed with iis but what a pain to configure (particularly on Windows 7) so I gave up. I finally just installed Printershare (trial from the Android market) and it worked fine. Have to save a webpage and then print it to my HP..I also printed photos and they came out fine.
Newer wifi or bluetooth printers should not be a problem.
I use PrinterShare (find it on the Market) with all my Android Devices at home. It works very well.
Obviously that works if your printer has WiFi or if your printer is connected to your USB enabled Router or NAS.
Cheers!
Rayan
I have connected to two different printers directly via their ip addresses. One is a Konica Minolta copier/scanner/printer and the other is a kodak ESP inkjet printer. I did not use any additional programs.
I'll try with my HP Officejet 6480 Wi-Fi enabled this night and see if it's supported. I guess it'll be 'cause i've already have configured that printer in Ubuntu.
Work for HP Officejet J6480
So i managed to get my HP Officejet J6480 added in the Ubuntu partition of the Lapdock so i can Print successfully using the lapdock.
I wanted to know if the Nexus 10 can be used as a PRIMARY laptop screen?
A wired connection would be preferred, with a bluetooth connection being an alternative.
I cracked the screen on my Lenovo E420 laptop and I wanted to buy a Nexus10 and use it as a replacement for my primary laptop LCD.
Thank you.
You could look into this: http://www.celiocorp.com/screenslider/
irishrally said:
You could look into this: http://www.celiocorp.com/screenslider/
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Thanks for posting, Rally.
Unfortunately, the solution you provided requires a Wi-Fi network connection.
I need a wired solution preferably, or bluetooth solution at worst, because I will not always have WiFi access.
From the site you provided:
http://www.celiocorp.com/screenslider_faq
Q: I've installed the PC and Android apps but the two devices can't see each other in the "Find Devices" (PC) or "Connect To" (Android) menus.
A: Make sure that you enable Wi-Fi on your Android device and that the ScreenSlider for Android app is running on your device with the screen turned on,
Q: I've installed the PC and Android apps but the two devices, enabled Wi-Fi on my Android device, but the two devices can't see each other to start a connection.
A: In order for ScreenSlider to function properly both your PC and Android device need to be on the same Local Area Network (LAN and subnet). Your PC can be connected to the network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet but must stay on the same LAN and subnet. This should not be a problem for home use (and for some small businesses too) especially if you only have one wired/wireless router in the home or office connected to your incoming Internet connection (Cable modem, DLS modem, etc.). If your PC and Android device can not see each other on a complicated home network or in an office environment, please ask your IT administrator to see if both devices are on the same LAN and subnet.
But Why??
Why would you use the nexus 10 as a replacement screen when you could just simply well.... buy a replacement screen? Unless your intention is to use the nexus as it is intended as well but..... i don'y know i just find it odd to use a 350 dollar tablet as a replacement LCD.
Droid_4_ever said:
Why would you use the nexus 10 as a replacement screen when you could just simply well.... buy a replacement screen? Unless your intention is to use the nexus as it is intended as well but..... i don'y know i just find it odd to use a 350 dollar tablet as a replacement LCD.
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You answered your own question.
If I have to buy a new "screen", I might as well get one that can serve 2 purposes:
1. A stand alone Android tablet
2. A replacement LCD for my laptop.
As nice and geeky as it sounds, it's never going to be practical. At best you could remote desktop into the laptop from the tablet, otherwise, not worth the effort, just get a new screen, or bin the laptop if you can live with just a tablet.
Maybe check out iDisplay?
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Maybe check out iDisplay?
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Thanks for the suggestion.
Unfortunately, it requires all devices be connected to WiFi.
I'm looking for a wired or bluetooth connection.
alias_neo said:
As nice and geeky as it sounds, it's never going to be practical. At best you could remote desktop into the laptop from the tablet, otherwise, not worth the effort, just get a new screen, or bin the laptop if you can live with just a tablet.
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Thanks for the response.
Why can't it be practical?
Why can't the Nexus10 work as an external monitor with either a wired or a bluetooth connection?
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Thanks for the response.
Why can't it be practical?
Why can't the Nexus10 work as an external monitor with either a wired or a bluetooth connection?
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No problem,
Well, the device isn't designed to accept video on its usb port, and it probably lacks the bandwidth unless it supports some reverse MHL implementation.
As for Bluetooth, I'm pretty sure all Bluetooth versions lack the bandwidth by some margin to display decent quality video at a decent rate.
Unfortunately just the nature of these things, it wasn't designed for it, so it'll never do a very good job of it.... Remote desktop on the other hand over Wifi will probably work quite nicely.
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