Description
HP 3630A PaintJet Color Inkjet Printer Parallel Centronics Hewlett-Packard
The HP 3630A is a desktop color inkjet printer from Hewlett-Packard's PaintJet line, connecting to a host computer via a Centronics 36-pin parallel interface. This unit shows extensive cosmetic wear and is being sold AS-IS. A Windows XP Printer Test Page is visible loaded in the paper path in the photos, dated 7/23/08, indicating the unit produced a test print at some point, but no functionality is guaranteed and no power supply is included.
Specifications & What's Included
- Make: HP (Hewlett-Packard)
- Model: 3630A PaintJet
- Printer type: Color inkjet
- Interface: Centronics 36-pin parallel port (rear panel, labeled PARALLEL)
- Rear panel: DIP switch bank, VER MODULE 1 header
- Front control panel: ON/OFF button, SET TOF, LF (line feed), FF (form feed) buttons
- Indicator: Orange LED on control panel
- Form factor: Desktop / low-profile flatbed
- Power supply: NOT included — external power supply required
- Condition: AS-IS — heavy paint and coating loss on all exterior panels
- Printer only — no cables, ink cartridges, or documentation included
Applications
The HP PaintJet series was introduced in the mid-to-late 1980s as one of Hewlett-Packard's first color inkjet printer lines, designed for office and technical color printing at a time when color output was rare and expensive. The 3630A variant used a Centronics parallel interface, the standard printer connection of the DOS and early Windows era, and was compatible with HP PaintJet drivers available for DOS, Windows 3.x, and later Windows versions. These printers were used in engineering, graphics, and office environments for printing color charts, overhead transparencies, and documents. Today the 3630A is primarily of interest to vintage computing enthusiasts and collectors, and as a parts source for other PaintJet units. Driver support under Windows XP was available via HP's legacy driver packages, as evidenced by the test print visible in the photos.
This HP 3630A PaintJet Color Inkjet Printer is being sold AS-IS for parts or repair. The unit powered on and produced a Windows XP test print at some point (visible in the photos), but the description simultaneously states it is untested — this is a conflict in the original listing that should be reviewed before publishing. The printer shows very heavy cosmetic damage throughout: paint and coating is extensively peeled and worn off on all top and side panels, leaving large bare and discolored patches across the entire exterior. The control panel buttons (ON/OFF, SET TOF, LF, FF) and orange indicator LED are visible. The rear panel has a Centronics 36-pin parallel port, a DIP switch bank, and a VER MODULE 1 header. No power supply is included — a compatible external power supply will be required to operate this unit. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
HP |
Model: |
3630A |
MPN: |
3630A |
Type: |
Color Inkjet Printer |
SKU: |
7647 |
Seller Notes: |
Printer only — no power supply included. Power supply required to operate. |
Interface: |
Parallel (Centronics) |
Connector Type: |
Centronics 36-pin parallel |
Form Factor: |
Desktop |
Compatible With: |
DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows XP (driver required) |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
This HP 3630A PaintJet Inkjet Printer is sold AS-IS for parts or repair. Heavy cosmetic damage throughout — paint extensively peeled on all panels. Powered on and produced a test print per photos, but sold with no guarantees. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |