HP Color LaserJet CP1215 Printer

Easily produce high-quality color output with

HPs lowest-priced Color LaserJet ever.
Efficient operation
The perks of color are within your budget with the
HP Color LaserJet CP1215 Printerthanks to our
next-generation ColorSphere toner, ImageREt 2400,
and specialty papers. And you dont have to
compromise when it comes to black-and-white
printing. With this Color LaserJet, you can print
black-only pages for the same price as on an
HP black-and-white LaserJet. 1
Achieve great quality easily. With our new
ColorSphere toner formula in every Original HP print
cartridge, youll consistently see vibrant, bold color,
clean lines, and photo-quality resolution.

Effortless printing
Get quality HP LaserJet printing that wont let you
down. This printer has impressive desktop print
speeds of up to 12 pages per minute (ppm)
black-and-white and up to 8 ppm color.

Start and finish jobs in less time with the printers

Instant-on Technology. 2 The Time To Completion
(TTC) of a typical office print job is faster from low
power mode on devices with Instant-on Technology
than on devices without it. 3 Instant-on Technology in
HP LaserJet devices provides up to 50 percent energy
savings over traditional fusing while providing a
first-page-out in seconds. Instant-on Technology has
reduced emissions by 5.25 million tons of CO2 to
datethe equivalent of removing 1.1 million cars
from the road for one year. 4

Convenient, space-saving design

Get the results you want for a variety of media types
with the print drivers new, radically simple
task-based interface. With a single click, select from a
collection of pre-configured Printing Shortcuts
including settings for envelopes, cardstock, glossy
paper, and more.
Make the most of your work spaceHP innovation
makes it possible. With its compact size and
exceptionally quiet operation, this printer is a
welcome addition to any desktop.

Compared to HP LaserJet P1505 Printer.

Instant-on Technology uses cutting-edge fuser technology to produce the first page faster when a printer is coming out of
low power mode so your print job is done sooner.
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An InfoTrends study shows the typical office print job is three to five pages long:
www.infotrends.com/public/Content/Presentations/officeprinteruse.pdf. Time To Completion of a typical office print job
tested on HP and select competing products. Actual results may vary.
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The tons of CO2 avoided is based on power plant emissions that otherwise would occur to generate the electricity saved;
cars removed is based on annual emissions from cars burning gasoline.
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Ultra-compact, visually
appealing design fits
almost anywhere

125-sheet face-down
output bin

Simplified control panel

with 9 LED indicators

One-door access to the

four individual,
easy-to-install print
cartridges

150-sheet multipurpose
input tray

16 MB of printing memory
and a powerful 264 MHz
processor perform
complex tasks quickly

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Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port for

simple connectivity

Front view

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Rear view

Count on HP technology to help your printer and your

business run smoothly.
Ease of use

Time-saving features

Go with the printer that makes your job simple. The

HP Color LaserJet CP1215 Printer includes a long-life
transfer belt and fuser, which will last the expected
life of the printer with normal use. What does this
mean for you? The elimination of service calls and
substantial cost savings on parts that other
manufacturers require you to replace. In-line printing
technology in this printer helps ensure reliable,
consistent, and hassle-free printing.

Avoid interruptions and increase productivity with

proactive printer management. HP ToolboxFX
provides easy access to printer settings, status
information, the user guide, and self-help and
troubleshooting tips.

With legendary HP reliability and no-hassle

maintenance, color laser printing has never been so
easy! Original HP cartridges are preinstalled when
the printer arrives and a handy front-access door
makes replacement a snap. 5

Get the most out of your printer with

HP accessories, supplies, and services.
Connect directly with the
Hi-Speed USB A to B Printer
Cable (Q6264A).

Save time with easy-to-manage supplies. Intelligence

built into the print cartridges helps ensure you never
run out of toner, by alerting you when supplies are
low. Shop anytime with a desktop icon that links to
HP SureSupply, where youll see a list of cartridges
that work with your printer. 6

Product
HP Color LaserJet CP1215 Printer

CC376A

Replacement print cartridges with HP ColorSphere toner 7

HP
HP
HP
HP

Color
Color
Color
Color

LaserJet
LaserJet
LaserJet
LaserJet

Black Print Cartridge

Cyan Print Cartridge
Yellow Print Cartridge
Magenta Print Cartridge

CB540A
CB541A
CB542A
CB543A

Connectivity
HPs all-in-one print cartridges
and toner are specifically
designed with the printer to
deliver consistent quality and
reliable, trouble-free printing.
Choose from a selection of
HP papers to create
impressive, professional
documents.

Hi-Speed USB A to B printer cable (2-meter)

Service and Support
HP 2-year Next Business Day Exchange Service
HP 3-year Next Business Day Exchange Service
HP 4-year Next Business Day Exchange Service

Q6264A
UG606E
UG609E
UH610E

Paper
www.hp.com/go/paper
Solutions
www.hp.com/go/gsc

Put the power of HP Imaging and Printing Services to work to

optimize your printing environment. Investing in long-term value
can improve productivity and reduce costs. Select predefined
services or tailor your own to meet your precise needs.

Includes introductory print cartridges: average continuous composite cyan/yellow/magenta cartridge yield 750 pages and average continuous black cartridge yield 750 pages.
For more information, visit www.hp.com/learn/suresupply. Order consolidation available on printers with HP Easy Printer Care Software installed.
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Replacement cartridges: average continuous composite cyan/yellow/magenta cartridge yield 1,400 standard pages and average continuous black cartridge yield 2,200 standard
pages. Declared yield values for replacement cartridges in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798. Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors. For more
information, visit www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
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Technical specifications

HP Color LaserJet CP1215 Printer (CC376A)

Print speed
Document delivery speed

Black: up to 12 ppm; color: up to 8 ppm

First page out: black: as fast as 24 seconds from Ready mode; color: as fast as 30 seconds from Ready mode
Time To Completion for a typical office print job: as fast as 52.5 seconds 9
Up to 600 by 600 dpi; HP ImageREt 2400, HP ColorSphere toner, HP edge-enhancement technologies
264 MHz
16 MB
250 to 1,000 pages
Up to 25,000 pages

Resolution
Processor
Memory
Recommended monthly volume 10
Maximum monthly duty cycle 11
Paper
Input
Output
Two-sided printing
Sizes
Weights
Types
Connectivity
Interfaces
Languages
Operating systems
Dimensions (w by d by h)
Weight (without print cartridge)
Whats in the box
Warranty
Environmental ranges
Recommended temperature
Storage temperature
Recommended relative humidity
Storage relative humidity
Altitude
Acoustics
Sound power 13
Bystander sound pressure
Power specifications
Required input voltage

150-sheet input tray

125-sheet output bin
Manual (driver support provided)
3 by 5 in to 8.5 by 14 in; letter, legal, executive, envelopes (No. 10, Monarch)
16 to 47 lb (up to 53 lb with HP Laser Cover papers, up to 59 lb with HP Laser Glossy Photo papers)
Paper (bond, brochure, color, glossy, letterhead, photo, plain, preprinted, prepunched, recycled, rough), transparencies, labels,
envelopes, cardstock
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port
Host-based
Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, Windows Server 2003, Certified for Windows
Vista
15.7 by 17.8 by 10 in
38.9 lb
HP Color LaserJet CP1215 Printer, power cable, CD (includes Users Guide and printer software), Getting Started Guide, HP Color
LaserJet Introductory Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black print cartridges with HP ColorSphere toner 12
One-year, return to authorized service center, limited warranty

68 to 81 degrees F
-4 to 104 degrees F
20 to 70 percent
10 to 95 percent
Up to 10,000 ft
Maximum: 6.2 B(A) Ready: Inaudible
Active: 14 47 dB(A) Ready: Inaudible

110 to 127 V (10 percent), 60 Hz ( 3 Hz)

220 to 240 V (10 percent), 50 Hz ( 3 Hz)
Power consumption 15
Active: 290 watts
Sleep: 4.4 watts
Ready: 11.1 watts Off: 0 watts
Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC): 1.00 kWh/Week
ENERGY STAR qualified models, see www.hp.com/go/energystar

Certifications
Safety

EMC

IEC 60950-1 (International), EN 60950-1+A11 (EU), IEC

60825-1+A1+A2, UL/cUL Listed (US/Canada), EN
60825-1+A1+A2 (Class 1 Laser/LED Device) GB4943-2001

CISPR 22: 2005/EN 55022: 2006 Class B, EN 61000-3-2:

2000+A2, EN 61000-3-3: 1995+A1, EN 55024:
1998+A1+A2, FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B (USA),
ICES-003, Issue 4, (Canada), GB9254-1998

HP SureSupply enabled. To learn more, visit www.hp.com/learn/suresupply

Exact speed varies depending on system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity.
An InfoTrends study shows the typical office print job is three to five pages long: www.infotrends.com/public/Content/Presentations/officeprinteruse.pdf. Time To Completion of a typical office
print job tested on HP and select competing products. Actual results may vary.
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HP recommends that the number of printed pages per month be within the stated range for optimum device performance, based on factors including supplies replacement intervals and device life
over an extended warranty period.
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Duty cycle is defined as the maximum number of pages per month of imaged output. This value provides a comparison of product robustness in relation to other HP LaserJet or HP Color LaserJet
devices, and enables appropriate deployment of printers and MFPs to satisfy the demands of connected individuals or groups.
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Introductory cartridges: average continuous composite cyan/yellow/magenta cartridge yield 750 pages and average continuous black cartridge yield 750 pages. Actual yields vary
considerably based on images printed and other factors. For more information, visit www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
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Configuration tested: simplex printing. Values are subject to change. For current information, see www.hp.com/support.
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While printing in color.
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Values subject to change. See www.hp.com/support for current information. Power numbers are the highest values measured using all standard voltages.
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The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty
statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for
technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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