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below: q Notices q Special features q Getting started q Connecting to the printer q Printing photos from a digital camera q Printing photos from a computer q Printing other documents q Printing tips q Printer software q Maintenance q Troubleshooting q Optional accessories q Specifications q Supplies - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 2
Notices q Notices and acknowledgements q Terms and conventions q Accessibility - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 3
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. Acknowledgements Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 4
used in this user's guide. Terms The HP Deskjet printer is also referred to as the HP printer or printer. Cautions, warnings, and notes A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to other equipment. For example: Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 5
software also supports Windows accessibility options such as StickyKeys, ToggleKeys, FilterKeys, and MouseKeys. The printer doors, buttons, paper trays, and paper guides can be operated by users who have limited strength and reach. Support More details about the accessibility of this product and HP - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 6
an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features: q Built-in networking capabilities: Connect to a wired network without using an external print server. q Ink-backup mode: Ink-backup mode lets you continue printing with one print cartridge when the other print cartridge has - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 7
Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray to print two-sided documents automatically and load small media from the back of the printer. q Optional 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory: Purchase an optional 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory and expand the printer's paper-handling capability - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 8
features page. Click the appropriate topic below for a description of a printer feature: q Buttons and lights q Print Cartridge Status lights q Paper trays q Photo/envelope feeder q Print cartridges q Ink-backup mode q Automatic Paper Type Sensor q PictBridge port For a description of the optional - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 9
Printer features The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1. Buttons and lights 2. Paper trays 3. Photo/envelope feeder 4. PictBridge port 1. Print cartridges 2. Automatic Paper-Type Sensor (not illustrated) 3. Ink-backup mode (not illustrated) - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 10
1. Rear USB port 2. Wired Ethernet port Optional accessories Automatic TwoSided Printing Accessory (optional) 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory (optional) Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray (optional) - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 11
the printer. 1. Power button and light 2. Print Cancel button 3. Resume button and light 4. Network light 5. Report Page button 6. Print Cartridge Status lights For a description of the following buttons and lights, click the appropriate option: q Report Page button q Network light q Print Cartridge - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 12
to turn the printer on and off can cause printer failure. Print Cancel button Pressing the Print Cancel button cancels the current print job. Resume button and light The Resume light flashes when an action is required, such as loading paper or clearing a paper jam. When the problem is solved, press - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 13
Print Cartridge Status lights The Print Cartridge Status lights indicate the status of the print cartridges. Status of the Print Cartridge Status lights On and solid Status of the print cartridges Low on ink Flashing Service required 1. Print Cartridge Status lights - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 14
The left status light represents the tri-color print cartridge. 2. The right status light represents the print cartridge that is installed in the compartment on the right side of the print cartridge cradle. That print cartridge can be the black print cartridge, the photo print cartridge, or the gray - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 15
Paper trays The printer has two paper trays: q In tray q Out tray In tray The In tray holds paper or other media to be printed. 1. In tray Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the media on which you are printing. 1. Paper-width guide 2. Paper-length guide - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 16
pages are deposited in the Out tray. 1. Out tray 2. Photo/envelope feeder Use the photo/envelope feeder to print single envelopes, small photos, and cards. Raise the Out tray to load paper. To prevent paper from falling out of the Out tray, pull out the Out-tray extension, and then unfold the Out - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 17
1. Out-tray extension 2. Out-tray extension stop Do not unfold the Out-tray extension stop when printing on legal paper. After the print job is complete, fold the Out-tray extension stop, and then push the Out-tray extension into the Out tray. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 18
feeder Use the photo/envelope feeder to print the following documents: q Envelopes q Photos q Postcards 1. Photo/envelope feeder Envelopes Follow these steps to use the photo/envelope feeder for single envelopes: 1. Insert the envelope with the side to be printed on facing down and the flap to - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 19
2. Push the envelope into the printer as far as it will go without bending. 3. Print the envelope. Photos Follow these steps to use the photo/envelope feeder to print a single photo: 1. Insert the photo paper into the photo/envelope feeder with the side to be printed on facing down. 2. Gently push - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 20
as it will comfortably go. Note: If the photo paper touches the back of the paper tray, you have pushed the feeder in as far as it needs to go. 4. Print the photo. Postcards Follow these steps to use the photo/envelope feeder to print a single postcard: 1. Insert the postcard into the photo/envelope - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 21
3. Slide the photo/envelope feeder forward as far as it will go. 4. Print the postcard. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 22
printer. 1. Black 2. Tri-color 3. Photo 4. Gray photo Note: The availability of print cartridges varies by country/region. Using print cartridges Everyday printing Use the black and tri-color print cartridges for everyday print jobs. Quality color photos For more vibrant colors when printing color - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 23
the printer Toolbox, click the Estimated Ink Level tab, and then click the Print Cartridge Ordering Information button. If a print cartridge runs out of ink, the printer can operate in the ink-backup mode. For information about installing a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 24
the print cartridge installation page. Ink-backup mode output Printing in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printed documents. Installed print cartridge Result Black print cartridge. Colors are printed as grayscale. Tri-color print cartridge. Colors print but black - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 25
Exiting ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in the printer to exit the inkbackup mode. To install a print cartridge, see the print cartridge installation page. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 26
for the media that is being printed on, particularly HP media. When the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor is engaged, the printer scans the first page of a document with a red optical sensor light to determine the best paper-type setting. After the printer determines the paper-type setting, the page is - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 27
basics r Ethernet network examples r Installing the printer on an Ethernet network r Connecting the printer to an Ethernet network r Installing the printer software r Ethernet lights r Report Page button r Network light r HP Report page r Embedded Web server (EWS) r Resetting the printer to the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 28
Printing photos from a digital camera Learn how to print photos directly from a digital camera: q PictBridge description q PictBridge printing instructions q PictBridge troubleshooting q Using the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray and PictBridge - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 29
USB The printer connects to the computer with a universal serial bus (USB) cable. The computer must be running Windows 98 or later to use a USB cable. For instructions about connecting the printer with a USB cable, see the setup poster that came with the printer. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 30
basics q Installing the printer on an Ethernet network For a description of the printer's Ethernet feature, click one of the following options: q Ethernet lights q Report Page button q Network light q HP Report page q Embedded Web server (EWS) Other information: q Resetting the printer to the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 31
's built-in Ethernet feature allows you to connect the printer directly to a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network without the aid of an external print server. To install the printer on an Ethernet network, follow the Ethernet installation instructions. Hardware Hubs, switches, and routers On an Ethernet - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 32
IP Devices on a network communicate with one another using a "language" called a protocol. The printer is designed to operate on networks that use a popular protocol called TCP/IP. IP address Each device on a network identifies itself with a unique IP address. Most networks use a software tool, such - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 33
of Ethernet networks, see the Ethernet network examples page. Printing Computers on the network send print jobs directly to the printer, which prints them in the order received. The printer can accept print jobs sent simultaneously from four users. For example, if five users each send a print job to - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 34
as a gateway In this example, the network devices are connected to a hub. A computer on the network acts as the gateway between the network and the Internet. The gateway computer uses Windows Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) to manage the network connections and provide Internet access to the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 35
devices are connected to a hub, rather than a router. The hub is directly connected to the Internet. Caution: HP does not recommend this configuration. If possible, use a gateway to manage your network's Internet access in order to limit exposure to viruses and guard against unwanted entry. Ethernet - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 36
network Installing the printer on an Ethernet network is a two-part process. First you must connect the printer to the network. Then you must install the printer software on each computer that will use the printer. q Connecting the printer to an Ethernet network q Installing the printer software - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 37
Follow these steps to connect the printer to an Ethernet network: 1. If necessary, set up the printer hardware. For printer hardware setup instructions, see the setup poster that came with the printer. 2. Verify that the printer is powered on. 3. Connect the Ethernet cable to an available port - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 38
4. If the lights are still off, then verify the following items: Off r The printer is powered on. r The network hub or router is powered on. r All cable connections are secure. r You are using an Ethernet cable. 6. Print an HP Report page. 7. Install the printer software on each computer - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 39
computers on the network are powered on and connected to the network. q The printer is installed on the network. Previous installations If the printer software was previously installed on the computer, you must use the printer software CD to install an Ethernet version of the printer driver on the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 40
Close all applications running on the computer. 2. Insert the printer software CD in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions. On the Connection Type screen, select Wired Network. 4. After the installation has completed, follow the onscreen instructions to print a test page. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 41
Ethernet lights The printer's Ethernet lights indicate the status of the printer's Ethernet connection. Link light The Link light is solid when the printer is connected to an Ethernet network and powered on. State of the Link light State of the printer On Connected to an Ethernet network and powered - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 42
Activity light The Activity light flashes when the printer is receiving or transmitting data over the Ethernet connection. State of the Activity light State of the printer Flashing Receiving or transmitting data over the Ethernet connection. Off Not receiving or transmitting data over the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 43
Report Page button Use the Report Page button to do the following: q Print an HP Report page q Reset the printer to the factory defaults 1. Report Page button - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 44
Network light The Network light illuminates when the printer is connected to an Ethernet network. Status of the light Status of the printer network connection Connected to an Ethernet network. On Not connected to an Ethernet network. Off - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 45
's wired and PictBridge connections. Printing an HP Report page To print an HP Report page, verify that the printer is powered on and idle, and then press the Report Page button once. If the printer has just been connected to a network, wait a few minutes before printing the HP Report page to allow - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 46
HP Report page The HP Report page lists the following information that you might frequently need to know: General information General information applies to Ethernet networks: Item Network Status Meaning The printer's network status: q Ready: The printer is ready to print. q Offline: The printer - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 47
's internal software. This item may be requested by HP Service and Support. The printer's host name on the network. The printer's current IP address on the network. The printer's subnet mask. The printer's gateway address. How the printer obtained its IP address: q Automatic: AutoIP or DHCP q Manual - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 48
mDNS Admin Password Link Config The printer's mDNS service name on the network. This name is used by Apple Rendezvous to identify the printer on Mac OS X v10.2.3 and higher. Indicates whether the printer's embedded Web server is password protected. q Set: A password is required. q Not Set: A - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 49
the HP Deskjet 6600 series printer. Miscellaneous The Miscellaneous section contains information that applies to Ethernet networks and PictBridge connections: Item Total Packets Transmitted Meaning Number of packets sent without error. This item may be requested by HP Service and Support. Total - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 50
. q Check estimated ink levels in the print cartridges. q View network statistics. q Visit HP's Web site for support information and to purchase supplies. Caution: It is recommended that the printer and the computers that use it be on the same subnet. Printer installation across subnets can be - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 51
, print an HP Report page. Note: For instructions on using the printer's EWS, see the online help. To open the online help, click Help under the Other Links heading. Caution: If you lose your connection, you may need to use the new settings to reconnect. If the printer loses its network connection - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 52
as a last resort when troubleshooting the printer. Also, resetting the printer to its factory default settings erases the embedded Web server (EWS) administrator password. Resetting the printer to its factory default settings may require you to reinstall the printer software. Additionally, you will - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 53
network functions. 10 indicates 10 megabits per second (Mb/s) for normal Ethernet, and 100 indicates 100 Mb/s for Fast Ethernet. a AutoIP: A process by which a device on a network Broadcast packet: A packet sent from one device on a network to all devices on the network. c d DHCP (Dynamic Host - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 54
but that are not hubs or routers. Use a CAT-5 cable with an RJ-45 plug to connect the printer to an Ethernet network. f Firewall: A combination of hardware and software tools that protects a network from unwanted entry. g Gateway: A dedicated device (router or computer) that connects two different - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 55
that connects devices that are a relatively short distance from one another. An Ethernet network is one type of LAN. m MAC address (Media Access Control address): The hardware address for a device on a network. The printer's MAC address appears on the HP Report page. Mb/s (megabits per second): The - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 56
the type of service (such as printing), the name of the service (such as "your printer"), IP and port addresses, and other necessary information. Each device on the network receives the notification and stores the information in a personal DNS server. n o p Packet: A message sent from one device on - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 57
speed. t TCP/IP: Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is the network communication protocol used on the Internet. The printer's built-in networking feature supports LANs that use TCP/IP. u Unicast packet: A packet sent from one device on a network to another device on the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 58
PictBridge devices communicate, they provide only the services that they have in common. For example, some cameras might allow photos formatted as either TIFFs or JPEGS to be printed over a PictBridge connection, but, since the printer does not support TIFFs over a PictBridge connection, only JPEGS - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 59
came with your camera to ensure that your camera supports PictBridge. Printing Follow these steps to print photos from a PictBridgecompatible camera: 1. Load photo paper into the printer. For instructions about loading photo paper, select one of the following options: r Small photos r Large photos - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 60
camera is not PictBridge-compatible or is not in PictBridge mode, the Error light flashes. After you successfully connect the camera to the printer, you can print your photos. Be sure the size of the paper loaded in the printer matches the setting on your camera. Refer to the documentation that came - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 61
. q You did not select any photos on the camera for printing. Check the documentation that came with your camera to ensure it supports PictBridge. If the camera does support PictBridge, make sure the camera is set to PictBridge mode. For instructions on setting the camera to PictBridge mode, see the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 62
are flashing State of the lights Task Connection light and the Error light are flashing The printer has lost connection with the camera while printing. Check the USB connection. Connection light is on and the Error light is flashing The camera has lost power. Replace the camera batteries or - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 63
In order to use the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray when printing directly from a digital camera, you might need to configure the printer to feed paper from the accessory rather than the In tray. Configuring the printer to feed paper from the accessory Follow these steps to - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 64
and then follow the PictBridge printing instructions. Note: For printing PictBridge photos, the printer only needs to be configured to feed paper from the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray once. After being configured, the printer will attempt to print from the accessory until the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 65
Small photowith a Large photowith a white border white border Panoramic photo with a white border Enhancing your photos Learn how to enhance your photographs by using the printer's photo printing features. PictBridge Use the printer PictBridge port to print photos directly from a digital camera. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 66
HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing photos. Learn how to add professional touches to your digital photographs: q Use the photo print cartridge for great colors. q Use these software options to improve printed colors: r Advanced color settings r Color management - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 67
quality for your image. Follow these steps to print with PhotoREt technology: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab or the Paper/Quality tab. 3. Click Best in the Print quality drop-down list. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 68
dialog box Follow these steps to open the HP digital photography options dialog box: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab or the Paper/Quality tab, and then click the HP digital photography button. Using the HP digital photography options dialog box Use the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 69
reduce red-eye in the photograph. 2. Contrast enhancement: Adjust the contrast to your preference. Click Automatic to allow the printer driver to printer driver to automatically balance lightness and darkness. 4. SmartFocus: Enhance the image quality and clarity. Click On to allow the printer driver - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 70
If a photo print cartridge is also installed, the print quality is enhanced. A photo print cartridge can be purchased separately if it is not included with your printer. Note: Use an HP premium photo paper when printing in the Maximum dpi print quality setting in order to enhance color matching and - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 71
image file. The HP Deskjet printer software then uses this information to automatically perform image-specific enhancements, to create outstanding photographs. Printing Exif Print-enhanced photos requires the following equipment: q A digital camera that supports Exif Print q Exif Print-enabled photo - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 72
5. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. The printer software automatically optimizes the printed image. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 73
from 101 x 152 mm (4x6 in) photo paper to a 210 x 594 mm ( 8.5 x 23.4 in) custom photo size. Guidelines q Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. q Open the file in a software application and assign the image size. Ensure that - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 74
setting for the photo that you want to print. 5. If you want to use them, set the HP digital photography options. 6. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. If you printed on photo paper that has a tear-off tab, remove the tab to make the document completely borderless - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 75
the black print cartridge from the printer, and then install the photo print cartridge in the compartment on the right of the print cartridge cradle. For more information, see the print cartridge installation page. Using the photo print cartridge Follow these steps to print in six-ink color print - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 76
photo paper type in the drop-down list. 5. Click Normal, Best, or Maximum dpi in the Print quality drop-down list. 6. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Storing the photo print cartridge To maintain the health of the print cartridge, follow the print cartridge storage - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 77
Settings dialog box to adjust how printed colors appear on your printout. Adjusting these settings causes the printed colors to differ from the colors that appear on your computer monitor. Follow these steps to specify advanced color settings: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 78
: Adjust the Saturation, Brightness, and Color tone to affect how overall colors are printed. r Specific color settings: Adjust the Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black sliders to specify the level of each color that is used in printing. 5. After specifying the color settings, click OK. 6. Select any - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 79
defines the range of colors that can be printed. The printer software translates the colors of your document from their current color settings to the colormanagement option that is selected. Follow these steps to select a color-management option: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 80
for most Web-based documents and current imaging devices. r AdobeRGB: When printing from a professional application with AdobeRGB, turn off the color management in the application and allow the printer software to manage the color space. Use the AdobeRGB setting for documents or photos that were - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 81
photo print cartridge To install the gray photo print cartridge, remove the black print cartridge from the printer, and then install the gray photo print cartridge in the compartment on the right of the print cartridge cradle. For more information, see the print cartridge installation page. Using - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 82
white photo q Print a color photo in black-and-white For great black-and-white photos, install a gray photo print cartridge and a tri-color printer cartridge in the printer. Printing a black-and-white photo To print a photo that is already black and white, simply follow the instructions for the type - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 83
3. Select the Print in grayscale check box. 4. Click the High quality option. 5. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 84
instructions to maintain the quality of your HP brand photo paper. Storage q Keep unused photo paper in a resealable plastic bag, in the box in which it was originally packaged. Store the packaged photo paper on a flat surface in a cool place. q When you are ready to print, remove only the paper - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 85
Saving money when printing photos HP Everyday Photo Paper To save money and ink when printing photos, use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss and set the Print quality to Normal. HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss is designed to create quality photos with less ink. Note: For higher-quality photos, - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 86
tri-color print cartridge. q For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. q To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. q Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 87
6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 7. Replace the Out tray. Printing Note: If your software program includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow these instructions. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 88
options as appropriate: r HP digital photography options r Advanced color settings r Color management r Grayscale quality 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 89
tri-color print cartridge. q For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. q To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. q Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 90
. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing Note: If your software program includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow these instructions. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 91
r Color management r Grayscale quality 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 92
tri-color print cartridge. q For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. q To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. q Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 93
the paper width-guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing Note: If your software program includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow these instructions. 1. Open the Printer Properties - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 94
options as appropriate: r HP digital photography options r Advanced color settings r Color management r Grayscale quality 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 95
tri-color print cartridge. q For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. q To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. q Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 96
6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 7. Replace the Out tray. Printing Note: If your software program includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow these instructions. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 97
options as appropriate: r HP digital photography options r Advanced color settings r Color management r Grayscale quality 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 98
tri-color print cartridge. q For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. q To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. q Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 99
. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing Note: If your software program includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow these instructions. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 100
r Color management r Grayscale quality 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 101
tri-color print cartridge. q For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. q To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. q Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 102
the paper width-guide firmly against the edge of the paper. 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing Note: If your software program includes a photo printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow these instructions. 1. Open the Printer Properties - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 103
options as appropriate: r HP digital photography options r Advanced color settings r Color management r Grayscale quality 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 104
Envelopes Postcards Brochures Greeting cards Transparencies Labels Index cards Booklets Posters Banners Ironontransfers Printing tips Minimize your cost and effort while maximizing the quality of your printouts by using these printing tips. Printer software Learn about the printer software. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 105
then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 6. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click General - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 106
Automatic or Plain paper 3. Select the following print settings as appropriate: r Print quality r Paper source r Grayscale printing 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 107
on. 2. Raise the Out tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 1. Letter or A4 paper 2. Legal paper - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 108
extension stop when printing on legal paper. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click Presentation printing or General everyday printing, and then specify the following print settings: r Paper size: The appropriate paper size r Paper type: Automatic - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 109
to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Raise the Out tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 110
printing on legal paper. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click General everyday printing or Presentation printing, and then specify the following print settings: r Paper size: The appropriate paper size r Paper type: Automatic or Plain paper - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 111
a single envelope, use the photo/envelope feeder. If you are printing on multiple envelopes, follow these steps: 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Remove the Out tray, and then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 112
5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the envelopes. 6. Replace the Out tray. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, then select the following print settings: r Size is: The appropriate envelope size r Type is: Automatic or Plain paper 3. Select any - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 113
Remove the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place the cards, with the sides to be printed on facing down and one of the short sides pointing towards the printer, into In tray and to the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 114
5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the cards. 6. Replace the Out tray. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click Postcard printing, and then specify the following print settings: r Paper size: The appropriate paper size r Paper type: Automatic - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 115
, use HP Brochure & Flyer Paper. q Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 25 sheets. Preparing to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Raise the Out tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place brochure paper in the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 116
1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click Presentation printing, and then specify the following print settings: r Paper size: The appropriate paper size r Paper type: Automatic or appropriate brochure paper type 3. Select the following print settings as - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 117
, then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Fan the edges of the greeting cards to separate them, then align the edges. 5. Place the greeting cards in the In tray, with the side to be printed on facing down. Push the cards into the printer until they stop. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 118
program includes a greeting card printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings: r Size is: The - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 119
For great results, use HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film. q Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 30 transparencies. Preparing to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Raise the Out tray, and then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 120
the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click Presentation printing, and then specify the following print settings: r Paper size: The appropriate paper size r Paper type: Automatic or appropriate transparency film r Paper source: Upper tray 3. Select the following print - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 121
designed specifically for inkjet printers. q printer is turned on. 2. Raise the Out tray, and then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Fan the edges of the label sheets to separate them, and then align - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 122
the paper guides firmly against the edge of the sheets. 7. Lower the Out tray. Printing Note: If your software program includes a label printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the Printer Properties - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 123
Remove the Out tray, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place the cards, with the sides to be printed on facing down and one of the short sides pointing towards the printer, into In tray and to the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 124
5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the cards. 6. Replace the Out tray. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings: r Size is: The appropriate paper size r Type is: The appropriate paper type r Source is: - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 125
the pages are folded into a booklet, the page order is correct. Guidelines Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 150 sheets. Preparing to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Raise the Out tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 126
. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 6. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select the Printing Shortcuts tab, and then click Two- sided, duplex, printing in the drop-down list. 3. In the Print on both sides drop-down list, click one of the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 127
5. When prompted, reload the printed pages in the In tray as shown below. 6. Click Continue to finish printing the booklet. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 128
to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Raise the Out tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place plain paper in the In tray, pushing the paper into the printer until it stops. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 129
6. Lower the Out tray. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings: r Size is: The appropriate size r Source is: Upper tray r Type is: Automatic or Plain paper 3. Click the Finishing tab, and then specify the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 130
q Use HP Banner Paper for great results. q Remove any perforated strips from the banner paper before loading it in the In tray. q Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 20 sheets. Preparing to print 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Remove the Out tray, and then remove all paper from - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 131
tray off of the printer when printing a banner. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings: r Size is: Letter or A4 r Source is: Upper tray r Type is: HP Banner Paper 3. Select any other print settings that you - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 132
the Out tray. 3. Slide the paper-width guide all the way to the left, and then pull out the paper-length guide. 4. Place iron-on transfer paper with the side to be printed on facing down in the In tray. 5. Push the paper into the printer until it stops. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 133
includes an iron-on transfer printing feature, follow the instructions that are provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. Also, some iron-on transfer paper types do not require you to print a mirror image. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 134
Paper Tray Accessory to reload the printer less often. q Set the printer default settings for options that you use often. q Print from front to back. q Print collated copies. Same money q Use Fast/economical printing. q Print a two-sided document either automatically or manually. q Print multiple - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 135
q Print a borderless brochure. q Print the first page of a document on a different paper type. q Print on a custom paper size. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 136
easy to set the printing options for the documents that you want to print. Use the Printing Shortcuts tab for the following print tasks: q General everyday printing q Photo printing-borderless q Photo printing-with white borders q Two-sided, duplex, printing q Presentation printing q Fast/economical - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 137
use often. For example, if you frequently print on envelopes, you can create a print task that contains the paper size, print quality, and orientation setting that you normally use for envelopes. After creating the print task, simply select it when printing on envelopes rather than setting each of - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 138
Task Quick Sets drop-down list, and click OK. Creating a print task quick set Follow these steps to create a print task quick set: Note: The printer software can save up to 25 print task quick sets. 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select the options that you want to include in the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 139
list. Note: If you add more options to the print task, you must rename the print task, and then click OK. Deleting a print task quick set Follow these steps to delete a print task quick set: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Select the print task that you want to delete from the drop - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 140
is not installed on the printer, follow the installation steps. Note: The 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory is not available in all countries/regions. Follow these steps to use the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 141
4. Select one of the following options in the drop-down list: r Upper tray: prints from the In tray. r Lower tray: prints from the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory. r Upper, then lower: prints from the In tray. If the In tray is empty, the printer prints from the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 142
in grayscale For instructions about printing black-and-white photos, see the black-and-white photo printing page. Follow these steps to print in grayscale: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab, and then click either Presentation printing or Fast/economical - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 143
. To save time when printing, set the printer default settings to options that you use often. That way, you do not have to specify the options every time you use the printer. Follow these steps to change the printer default settings: 1. Click the printer task tray icon. 1. Printer task tray icon The - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 144
A dialog box appears stating that the new settings will be used every time you print. If you do not want to see this dialog box again, select Don't show me this message again. 4. Click OK to save the new default print settings. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 145
Setting the page order Setting the page order determines the order in which your document will be printed. Frequently, it is convenient to have the first page of a document printed last so that the complete document is lying face-up in the Out tray. Follow these steps to set the page order: 1. Open - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 146
last page of the document last. This setting is required when printing the first page of a document on a different paper type. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 147
collated copies If you are printing several copies of a document at one time, use collation so that you do not have to re-arrange the copies after printing. Note: Some software programs do not allow you use the printer software to specify the number of copies to print. If the program that you - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 148
3. Type the number of copies that you want to print in the Copy count box. 4. Select the Collate check box. 5. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 149
draft-quality printouts quickly. Follow these steps to use Fast/economical printing: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, select Fast/economical printing from the drop-down list. 3. Specify the printing settings that you want to use. 4. After specifying the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 150
with the accessory. If a two-sided printing accessory is not attached to the printer or you are printing on an unsupported paper type, use manual two-sided printing. Note: You can also use the two-sided printing print task quick sets for automatic two-sided printing. Binding type Select the type of - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 151
type of binding. Book binding Follow these steps to print a two-sided document with a book binding: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab, and then click Two- sided, duplex, printing in the drop-down list. 3. In the Print on both sides drop-down list, click - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 152
, and then click OK. After the first side of the page is printed, the printer pauses while the ink dries. When the ink is dry, the paper is pulled back into the duplexer and the reverse side of the page is printed. Do not remove the paper from the printer until both sides of the page have been - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 153
check box. 6. Select the Flip pages up check box. 7. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. After the first side of the page is printed, the printer pauses while the ink dries. When the ink is dry, the paper is pulled back into the duplexer and the reverse side of the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 154
Manual two-sided printing If an optional two-sided printing accessory is attached to the printer, then follow the automatic two-sided printing instructions. Binding type Select the type of binding that you want for the two-sided document, and then follow the steps for that binding: Book binding - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 155
-down list, click Manually. 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. 5. After the odd-numbered pages have been printed, reload the printed pages, with the printed side facing up. 6. Click Continue to print the even-numbered - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 156
the Flip pages up check box. 6. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages first. 7. After the odd-numbered pages have been printed, reload the printed pages, with the printed side facing up according to the document's orientation: - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 157
r Portrait r Landscape 8. Click Continue to print the even-numbered pages. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 158
multiple pages on a single sheet of paper Use printer software to print multiple pages of a document on a single sheet of paper. The printer software automatically resizes the document text and images to fit on the printed page. Follow these steps to print multiple pages of a document on a single - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 159
of pages that you want to appear on each sheet of paper. 4. If you want a border to appear around each page image that is printed on the sheet of paper, select the Print page borders check box. 5. Select a layout for each sheet of paper from the Page order is drop-down list. 6. Select any other - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 160
the document on your computer before printing it. If the print preview does not look the way that you want it to, close the preview window and make the necessary adjustments to your document. Follow these steps view a preview of a document: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 161
you want, and then click OK. Before the document prints, a preview appears. 5. Do one of the following: r Click File, and then click Print to HP Deskjet to print the document. r Click File, and then click Cancel Printing to cancel the print job. Adjust the print settings as needed before trying to - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 162
on, particularly when used with HP paper and media. Note: The Automatic Paper-Type Sensor cannot be used for documents that are printed from the 250Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory. Follow these steps to use the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 163
a higher-quality document, it is recommended that you select a specific paper type. Follow these steps to select a specific paper type: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab or the Paper/Quality tab. 3. Find the appropriate drop-down list: Tab Drop-down - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 164
Shortcuts tab or the Paper/Quality tab. 3. Select one of the following from the Print quality drop- down list: Note: The print quality options that are available on the Printing Shortcuts tab vary depending on the type of document you are printing. r Use printer default: prints in the Normal mode - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 165
the printer software for either of these tasks: q Print a document on a paper size different from the size for which it is formatted. q Shrink or enlarge text and graphics on the printed page. Printing on different paper size Use this feature to print a document that is formatted for one paper size - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 166
not the size for which the document was formatted. 4. Do one of the following: Objective Shrink or enlarge the document to fit on the target paper size. Action Click Scale to fit. Print the document at its original size on the selected paper size. Do not click Scale to fit. 5. Select any other - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 167
Shrinking or enlarging text and graphics Use this feature to shrink or enlarge printed text and graphics without changing the paper size. Follow these steps to shrink or enlarge text and graphics: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Effects tab. 3. In the % of normal size box, - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 168
background printing on documents. Applying an existing watermark to a document Follow these steps to apply an existing watermark to a document: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Effects tab. 3. Select a watermark from the Watermarks drop-down list. If you do not want to use one - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 169
want the watermark to appear on all printed pages, leave First page only clear. 5. Print the document according to the instructions for the paper type. Creating or changing a watermark Follow these steps to create or change a watermark: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Effects - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 170
angle, and font attributes. 6. After you have set the watermark details, click OK. For instructions about applying watermarks, follow the steps for applying an existing watermark to a document. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you see in the Printer Properties dialog box. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 171
brochure on glossy brochure paper. For instructions about printing a borderless photo, see the borderless photo page. Guidelines q Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. q Open the file in a software application and assign the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 172
4. Select one of the borderless paper sizes in the Size is dropdown list. Verify that the paper size matches the size of the paper that is loaded in the In tray. 5. Verify that the Borderless Printing check box is selected. 6. Click the glossy brochure paper type in the Type is dropdown list. Do not - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 173
is attached to the printer, follow the steps to print a different first page with the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory. Load paper 1. Load the paper for the body of the document in the In tray. For instructions about loading a specific paper type, go to the printing other documents page, and - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 174
5. Select the paper type and paper size for the first page. 6. Click Upper tray in the Source is box. 7. Click Other pages. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 175
8. Click Upper tray in the Source is box. 9. Select the paper type for the other pages in the Type is drop-down list. 10. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Note: Do not print the document in reverse order. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 176
size Use the Custom paper size dialog box to print on a special paper size. Note: Use the Custom paper size dialog box to create borderless panoramic paper sizes. The printer can print borderless documents on paper sizes from 101 x 152 mm (4x6 in) to 210 x 594 mm (8.5 x 23.4 in). Defining a custom - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 177
the Name drop-down list. Note: To create a borderless panoramic custom paper size, click the Custom borderless panorama custom paper size name. 5. Type the paper dimensions in the Width and Length boxes. The minimum and maximum paper dimensions appear beneath each of the boxes. 6. Click the unit of - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 178
In tray 250-Sheet Plain PaperTray Accessory Auto Two-Sided Print Accessorywith Small Paper Tray Follow these steps to select a paper source: 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Printing Shortcuts tab or the Paper/Quality tab. 3. Find the appropriate drop-down list: Tab Drop - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 179
4. Select one of the following options in the drop-down list: r Upper tray: prints from the In tray. r Lower tray: prints from the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory. r Upper, then lower: prints from the In tray. If the In tray is empty, then the printer prints from the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 180
Learn how to use these software features: q Use the Printer Properties dialog box to select printing options. q Use the Printing Shortcuts tab to specify print settings quickly. q Use the What's This? help to learn more about specific printing options. q The Device Status box box displays useful - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 181
dialog box The printer is controlled by software that is installed on your computer. Use the printer software, also known as the printer driver, to change the print settings for a document. To change the print settings, open the Printer Properties dialog box. Printer Preferences dialog box - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 182
Using What's This? help Use What's This? help to learn more about the available printing options. 1. Move the cursor over the feature that you want to learn more about. 2. Click the right mouse button. The What's This? box appears. 3. Move - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 183
Device Status window The Device Status window appears each time the printer prints a file. The following items appear in the Device Status window: 1. Ink levels: Approximate ink level of each print cartridge. 2. Device status: The status of the printer. For example, Spooling or Printing. 3. Document - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 184
Ordering information: Link to the HP Web site for ordering printer supplies and accessories. If you do not want to see the Device Status window every time you print, select the Don't show this again check box. To cancel a print job, click Cancel print. To close the Device Status window, click Close - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 185
Maintenance q Installing print cartridges q Aligning print cartridges q Calibrating color q Automatically cleaning print cartridges q Manually cleaning the print cartridges q Printing a test page q View estimated ink levels q Removing ink from skin and clothing q Maintaining print cartridges q - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 186
Installing print cartridges Print cartridges Print cartridge combinations For printing most documents, use the tri-color print cartridge and the black print cartridge. When printing photos, you can use either the photo print cartridge or the gray photo print cartridge along with the tri-color print - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 187
can operate with only one print cartridge installed. For more information, see the ink back-up mode page. Installation instructions Follow these steps so install a print cartridge: 1. Verify that the printer is turned on. 2. Load a stack of letter-size or A4-size plain, white paper in the In tray - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 188
remove the pink, plastic tape. 1. Remove the pink tape only Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. They are required electrical contacts - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 189
bottom and facing toward the printer, and then slide the print cartridge into the cradle as shown. Note: After you insert the print cartridge, verify that the copper contacts of the print cartridge touch the back of the print cartridge cradle. 8. Push down on the print cartridge latch until it snaps - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 190
For information about storing print cartridges, see the print cartridge storage page. For information about recycling empty print cartridges, see the print cartridge recovery page. Warning: Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 191
Aligning print cartridges The printer automatically aligns the print cartridges after a new print cartridge is installed. You can also align the print cartridges at other times to ensure optimal print quality. To align the print cartridges: 1. Load letter-size or A4-size plain white paper in the In - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 192
calibrate color: 1. Load letter-size or A4-size plain white paper in the In tray. 2. Verify that a photo print cartridge and a tri-color print cartridge are installed in the printer. 3. Open the printer Toolbox. 4. Click Calibrate Color. 5. Click Calibrate, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 193
might need to be cleaned. If the print cartridges are not low on ink, follow these steps to clean the print cartridges automatically: 1. Open the printer Toolbox. 2. Click Clean the Print Cartridges. 3. Click Clean, and then follow the onscreen instructions. If your documents are still missing lines - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 194
not stick to the print cartridge Be careful not to get ink on your hands or clothing as you clean. Preparing to clean 1. Press the Power button to turn on the printer, and then raise the printer cover. 2. Remove the print cartridges and place them on a piece of paper with the nozzle plate facing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 195
the print cartridges outside the printer for more than 30 minutes. Cleaning instructions 1. Lightly moisten a cotton swab with distilled water and squeeze any excess water from the swab. 2. Wipe the print cartridge copper contacts with the cotton swab. Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 196
Printing a test page Follow these steps to print a test page: 1. Open the printer Toolbox. 2. Click the Print a Test Page button, and then follow the onscreen instructions. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 197
View estimated ink levels Follow these steps to view the estimated ink levels of the print cartridges that are installed in the printer: 1. Open the printer Toolbox. 2. Click the Estimated Ink Level tab. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 198
skin and clothing Follow these instructions to remove ink from skin and clothing: Surface Remedy Skin Wash the area with an abrasive soap. White fabric Wash the fabric in cold water and use chlorine bleach. Color fabric Wash the fabric in cold water and use sudsy ammonia. Caution: Always - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 199
ink nozzles until you are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer. If the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridge, do not attempt to reattach it. Reattaching the tape damages the print cartridge. Storing print cartridges When print cartridges are removed from the printer - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 200
, and snap it securely in place. Removing the print cartridge from the print cartridge protector Press down and back on the top of the protector to release the cartridge. Slide the cartridge out of the protector. Caution: Do not drop the print cartridge. Dropping the print cartridge can damage it. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 201
. In the event that a household cleaner or detergent is used on the printer, wipe the printer's exterior surfaces with a soft cloth that has been moistened with water. q Do not lubricate the support rod that the print cartridge cradle uses to slide back and forth. Noise is normal when the cradle - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 202
to enhance the printer performance. Use the printer tools to perform the following tasks: q Clean the print cartridges q Align the print cartridges q Calibrate color q Print a test page q View estimated ink levels To use the tools, open the Printer Properties dialog box, click the Services tab, and - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 203
Troubleshooting q Ethernet problems q Printer is not printing q Paper jam q Paper problems q Print quality is poor q Document is misprinted q Photos are not printing correctly q Banners are not printing correctly q Borderless printing problems q Error messages q Printer lights are on or flashing q - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 204
Ethernet problems Printer does not print Print an HP Report page. If the HP Report page does not print, verify the following: q The printer is set up and powered on. q The print cartridges are installed correctly. q The printer is on and the paper tray is loaded. q The printer is free of paper jams. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 205
Off securely connected to the printer. q The network hub, switch, or router is on and working properly. q The printer is connected to the network. Activity light Follow these steps if the Link light is on, but the printer does not print: 1. Wait until the printer is idle. 2. Try to reprint - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 206
to print. r The computer is connected to the network. r A personal software firewall might be blocking communication between the printer and the computer. Follow these steps. Cannot open the printer's embedded Web server (EWS) Verify the following: q You are not using a phone cord to connect - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 207
these steps: 1. Print an HP Report page. 2. Find the printer's IP address. 3. Launch your Internet browser. Use Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher or Netscape 4.75 or higher. 4. Enter the printer's IP address in the address box, then press Enter. A personal software firewall is blocking - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 208
print cartridges are correctly installed. q The paper or other media is correctly loaded in the In tray. q The printer cover is closed. q The rear access door or optional duplexer is attached. Check the printer lights The printer lights indicate the printer status and alert you to potential problems - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 209
If the printer still does not print Select the topic below that best describes the problem: q Paper jam q Out of paper message q Printer ejects paper - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 210
two latch handles on the rear access door toward each other, and then remove the door. 3. Remove any paper that is inside the printer by pulling it out from the back of the printer. If you are printing labels, verify that a label did not become detached from the label sheet while passing through the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 211
Two-Sided Printing Accessory is attached to the printer, follow these steps to clear a paper jam from the Two-Sided Printing Accessory. If the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray is attached to the printer, follow these steps to clear a paper jam Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 212
on multiple sheets if different paper types are loaded in the printer. For example, photo paper might be mixed with plain paper. Empty the paper tray and load only the paper type that is appropriate for the document that you are printing. Printer will not feed paper Try one or more of the following - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 213
. q If you are performing a color calibration, install both the tricolor and photo print cartridges. q If you are printing a borderless document and the Resume light and Print Cartridge Status light are flashing, follow the borderless printing guidelines. Other paper problems q For information about - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 214
ink, clean the print cartridge. q Verify that a black print cartridge is installed. If the black text and images on your printouts are faded, you might be printing with only the tri-color print cartridge. Insert a black print cartridge, in addition to the tri-color print cartridge, for optimal black - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 215
the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor. Move the printer out of direct sunlight. q You might be trying to print a borderless document with only the black print cartridge installed. When printing a borderless document, always have the tri-color print cartridge and another print cartridge installed. Too much - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 216
4. Move the Ink volume slider toward Light or Heavy. Note: If you increase the ink volume, move the Dry time slider toward More to avoid smearing the ink. 5. Click OK, and then click OK again. Select a specific paper type 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab. 3. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 217
are misaligned, then align the print cartridges. Document is printed off-center or at an angle 1. Verify that the paper is correctly placed in the In tray or optional lower tray. 2. Verify that the paper guides fit firmly against the edge of the paper. 3. Reprint the document. Parts of the document - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 218
Confirm that the paper guides fit firmly against the edge of the envelope. 3. Reprint the envelope. Document does not reflect the new print settings The printer default settings might differ from the softwareprogram print settings. Select the appropriate print settings within the software program. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 219
is: The appropriate photo paper type Print quality: Best Colors are tinted or incorrect If colors in photographs appear tinted or incorrect, follow these steps: 1. Align the print cartridges using plain, white paper. 2. Reprint the photograph on photo paper. 3. If colors continue to appear tinted - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 220
Warmer. 7. Reprint the photograph. 8. If colors continue to appear tinted or incorrect, align the print cartridges. Part of the photo is faded Fading occurs on the edges of a photo Verify that the photo paper is not curled. If the photo paper is curled, place the paper in a plastic bag and gently - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 221
) from the edge of a photo, try the following: q Install a photo print cartridge and a tri-color print cartridge in the printer. q Rotate the image 180 degrees. q Open the Printer Properties dialog box, click the Paper/Quality tab, and then set the Print quality to Maximum dpi. Use the What's This - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 222
are not printing correctly Check the paper tray q Unfold and refold the paper when several sheets feed into the printer at one time. q Confirm that the unattached edge of the banner paper stack is on top and pointing into the printer. q Verify that the correct paper for banner printing is in - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 223
that is in the Paper type drop-down list on the Printing Shortcuts tab. q If printing in grayscale, select High quality under Print in grayscale on the Color tab. q Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode. Always have two print cartridges installed in the printer. Part of the photo is - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 224
) from the edge of a photo, try the following: q Install a photo print cartridge and a tri-color print cartridge in the printer. q Rotate the image 180 degrees. q Open the Printer Properties dialog box, click the Paper/Quality tab, and then set the Print quality to Maximum dpi. Use the What's This - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 225
portion of a photo If streaks appear in a light portion approximately 64 mm (2.5 inches) from one of the long edges of a photograph, try the following: q Install a photo print cartridge in the printer. q Rotate the image 180 degrees. Use the What's This? help to learn about the features that you - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 226
types If the printout has an unwanted border, then try the following solutions:. q Align the print cartridges q Open the Printer Properties dialog box, click the Paper/Quality tab, and verify that the selected paper size matches both the paper size that the photo is formatted for and the size of the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 227
tear-of tab, then align the print cartridges. Ink smears Use HP Photo Paper. Verify that the photo paper is not curled. If the photo paper is curled, place the paper in a plastic bag and gently bend it the opposite direction of the curl until the paper lies flat. If the problem persists, then use - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 228
Light. Note: The colors in the image might become lighter. 5. Click OK. If the problem persists, try the following steps: 1. Remove the borderless printing media, and then load plain paper in the In tray. 2. Press and hold down the Power button, and then press the Resume button. The printer prints - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 229
the In tray or optional lower tray is empty 1. Load paper in the tray. 2. Press the Resume button to continue printing. The error message 'there was an error writing to USB port' appears If you are using a USB printer cable, the printer might not be receiving correct data from another USB device or - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 230
a USB cable but the cable may not have been attached before installing the software. Uninstall, and then reinstall, the software. The error message 'two-way communication cannot be established' or 'printer not responding' appears The printer might not be able to communicate with the computer if the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 231
when the printer has received all data. Resume light is flashing There might be a paper jam Follow these instructions to clear a paper jam. Print cartridge status light is on or flashing If the light is on and not flashing Check to see if a print cartridge is low on ink. If a print cartridge is low - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 232
the black or photo print cartridge, then close the cover. 2. Do one of the following: r If the light is flashing: Open the top cover, replace the print cartridge you removed, then remove the tri-color print cartridge. Go to step 3. r If the light is off: There is a problem with the print cartridge - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 233
Power-cord light The light on the power cord illuminates when electricity is flowing through the cord. If the light is off, then the cord is not receiving power. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 234
not have sufficient resources for the printer to print at its optimum speed. To increase printer speed, close all unnecessary software programs when printing. Complex documents, graphics, or photographs are printing Documents containing graphics or photographs print slower than text documents. If - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 235
dpi is selected as the print quality. To increase the printer speed, select a different print-quality mode. Printer driver is outdated An outdated printer driver might be installed. For information about updating the printer driver, visit the HP Web site www.hp.com/support. Computer does not meet - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 236
If you continue to have problems If you continue to have problems after investigating the troubleshooting topics, turn off your computer and then restart it. If you still have problems after restarting your computer, go to HP customer support at www.hp.com/support. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 237
be used with your HP printer. Automatic TwoSided Printing Accessory 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray If an accessory is not included with your printer, it can be purchased separately from an authorized HP dealer. For accessory part numbers, see the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 238
both sides of a page. Using a duplexer with your printer has several advantages. It allows you to do the following tasks: q Print on both sides of a page without manually reloading the page. q Use less paper by printing on both sides of paper sheets. q Create professional-looking brochures, reports - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 239
Installing the duplexer Follow these steps to attach the duplexer to your printer: 1. Push the two latch handles on the printer's rear access door toward each other, and then remove the door. Note: Do not discard the rear access door. In order to print, either the duplexer or the rear access door - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 240
Enabling the duplexer Follow these step to enable the duplexer: 1. Open the printer Toolbox. 2. Click the Configuration tab. 3. Click Automatic Two-Sided Printing Module or Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with small paper tray, and then click Apply. 4. Click OK in the confirmation box that appears. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 241
Accessory with Small Paper Tray. If a two-sided printing accessory is not attached to the printer or you are printing on an unsupported paper type, use manual two-sided printing. Guidelines Do not exceed the In-tray capacity: up to 150 sheets. Printing Load paper in the printer paper tray, and then - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 242
-down list, select one of the following binding options: r Left edge booklet r Right edge booklet 4. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. After the first side of the page is printed, the printer pauses while the ink dries. When the ink is dry, the paper is pulled back - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 243
two-sided printing problems Paper jam occurs inside the Automatic TwoSided Printing Accessory Paper jam Follow these steps to remove a paper jam from the duplexer. 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Press the buttons on the left and right sides of the duplexer, and then remove it from the printer. Warning - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 244
. Option for two-sided printing cannot be selected The printer driver cannot sense the duplexer until a print job is sent to the printer. Print a single sided document, and then print the two-sided document. The option for using the duplexer will appear in the printer software. If the option for - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 245
size is not supported by the duplexer, you can print the document by using the manual two-sided printing instructions. Note: Do not try to print a two-sided document on singlesided paper, such as single-sided photo paper. Binding margin is in the wrong place 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 246
Paper size changes when the two-sided printing option is selected The paper size is not supported by the duplexer. Colors look faded If the colors look faded, try printing the two-sided document by using the manual two-sided printing instructions. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 247
Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory specifications Dimensions when attached to printer 124.6 mm (4.9 in) tall x 320.5 mm (12.62 in) wide x 77.7 mm (3.06 in) deep Skew (second side of printed page) Plain paper: +/- .009 mm/mm (.009 in/in) Cards: +/- .006 mm/mm (.006 in/in) Envelopes: +/- .012 mm/ - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 248
q A4: 210 x 297 mm q A5: 148 x 210 mm q B5: 182 x 257 mm Cards: q 127 x 203 mm (5 x 8 in) q 102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 in) q A6: 105 x 148.5 mm q Hagaki: 100 x 148 mm - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 249
Tray Accessory only supports certain paper size. For a list of supported paper sizes, see the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory specifications. If the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory is not included with your printer, it can be purchased separately from an authorized HP dealer. Note: The - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 250
these steps to install the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory: 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Select a location for the printer and place the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory in this location. 3. Carefully lift the printer and orient it above the paper tray. 4. Gently place the printer on top of - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 251
Loading the 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory Two parts The 250-Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory has two parts. 1. Base 2. Lower tray The lower tray has three size adjusters. 1. Paper-width guide 2. Paper-width fence 3. Paper-length guide - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 252
three paper guides must be set to the correct setting. Follow these steps to set the paper size: 1. Remove the lower tray from the base. 2. Slide the paper-width guide until the arrow is even with the correct setting. 1. Align the arrows Note: To print on legal-sized paper, set the paper-width guide - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 253
fence back until it locks into place Note: To print on legal-sized paper, set the paper-width fence to LTR. 4. Set the paper-length guide by pulling it until the arrow lines up with the paper size. 1. Align the arrows Note: To print on legal-sized paper, pull the paper- length guide all the way out. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 254
Loading paper Follow these steps to load paper: 1. Remove the lower tray from the base. 2. Verify that all three paper guides are set to the correct setting. 3. Insert the paper into the lower tray. 4. Insert the lower tray in the base until it locks into place. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 255
your printer, but can be purchased separately from an authorized HP dealer. The accessory is not available in all countries/regions. Load paper 1. Load the paper for the body of the document in the 250Sheet Plain Paper Tray Accessory. 2. Load the paper for the first page in the In tray. Printing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 256
5. Select the paper type and paper size for the first page. 6. Click Upper tray in the Source is box. 7. Click Other pages. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 257
8. Click Lower tray in the Source is box. 9. Click the paper type for the other pages in the Type is drop-down list. Do not select Automatic. 10. Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK. Do not print the document in reverse order. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 258
Accessory specifications Dimensions 448 mm (17.64 in) wide x 65 mm (2.56 in) high x 384 mm (15.12 in) deep Weight 1.99 kg (4.40 lb) Media weight Letter/A4 paper: 60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to 28 lbs) Media sizes US Letter: 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in) Executive: 184 x 267 mm (7.25 x 10 - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 259
be printed on one side by using the small paper tray. q Print two-sided documents automatically. If the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray is not included with your printer, it can be purchased separately from an authorized HP dealer. The accessory only supports certain paper types - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 260
the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray Use these steps to install the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray: 1. Push the two latch handles on the printer rear access door toward each other, and then remove the door. Do not discard the rear access door. In order - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 261
Note: Do not press the buttons on either side of the accessory when installing it into the printer. Use the buttons only when removing the accessory from the printer. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 262
Tray. For more information, see the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray specifications. q When printing a large number of cards, remove the printed material from the printer's Out tray about halfway through the print job. q Do not exceed the maximum capacity for the rear tray: 100 - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 263
against the edge of the cards. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click Postcard printing, and then specify the following print settings: r Paper Size: The appropriate paper size r Paper Type: Plain paper r Paper Source: Rear tray r Select any other - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 264
tri-color print cartridge. q For maximum fade resistance, use HP Premium Plus Photo Paper and install a photo print cartridge in the printer. q To learn how to use the photo printing features, see the photo enhancing page. q Use HP Everyday Photo Paper, Semi-gloss to save money and ink when printing - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 265
3. Release the paper lever. 4. Slide the paper-width guide against the edge of the photo paper. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click Photo printing- borderless or Photo printing-with white borders as the type of document, and then select the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 266
type: The appropriate photo paper type r Orientation: Portrait or Landscape 3. Set the following options as appropriate: r HP digital photography options r Advanced color settings r Color management r Grayscale quality 4. Click OK to print the photographs. Use the What's This? help to learn about - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 267
windows r Have thick, irregular, or curled edges r Are shiny or embossed r Are wrinkled, torn, or otherwise damaged q Align the envelope edges before inserting them in the rear tray. q Do not exceed the maximum capacity of the rear tray capacity: 10 envelopes. Preparing to print 1. Slide the paper - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 268
Release the paper lever. 4. Slide the paper-width guide against the edge of the envelopes. Printing 1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Paper/Quality tab, and then specify the following print settings: r Size is: The appropriate envelope size r Type is: The appropriate paper type - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 269
Problems with the Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray Paper jam Do not clear a paper jam from the front of the printer. Follow these steps to remove a paper jam from the Auto TwoSided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray. 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Press the buttons on the left - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 270
Tilt the Small Paper Tray forward and open the lower door of the accessory. 1. Tilt the Small Paper Tray 2. Open the lower door 6. Remove any paper that is inside the accessory. 7. Close the accessory, and then secure the back lever to close the accessory. 8. Re-attach the accessory to the printer. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 271
Option for two-sided printing cannot be selected The printer driver cannot sense the duplexer until a print job is sent to the printer. Print a single sided document, and then print the two-sided document. The option for using the duplexer will appear in the printer software. If the option for the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 272
by the duplexer, you can print the document by using the manual two-sided printing instructions. Note: Do not try to print a two-sided document on singlesided paper, such as single-sided photo paper. Colors look faded If the colors look faded, try printing the two-sided document by using the - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 273
mm (5.6 in) deep Duplexing specifications For duplexing specifications, including skew, media weight, and media sizes for paper fed into the printer through the printer In tray, see the Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory specifications. Small paper tray specifications Media thickness: 7-12 mils - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 274
89x127 mm, L, 89x127 mm with tab r Panoramic 4x10 in, 4x11 in, 4x12 in q Envelopes: r No. 10 Envelope, 4.12x9.5 in r Japanese envelope No. 4, 90x205 mm q Hagaki: r Hagaki, 100x148 mm Tray capacities: q Photo paper: r 4x6, L size: Up to 80 sheets r Panoramic: Up to 5 sheets q Hagaki: r Photo: Up to - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 275
Supplies q Paper q USB cables q Accessories q Print cartridges Note: The availability of supplies and accessories varies by country/region. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 276
Paper To order media such as HP Premium Paper, HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film, HP Iron-On Paper, or HP Greeting Cards, go to www.hp.com. Choose your country/region, and then select Buy or Shopping. - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 277
USB cables Note: The availability of supplies varies by country/region. C6518A HP USB A-B 2 M cable - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 278
printer, it can be purchased separately from an authorized HP dealer. Note: The availability of accessories varies by country/region. Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory Q5712A Automatic Two-Sided Printing Accessory Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory with Small Paper Tray Q3032A Auto Two-Sided Print - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 279
Specifications q Printer specifications q Environmental statement q Print cartridge recovery - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 280
Printer specifications See the reference guide that came with your printer for complete printer specifications, including the following information: q Types, sizes, and weights of paper and other printing media that can be used with your printer q Print speeds and resolutions q Power requirements - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 281
button allows the user to save paper by quickly canceling a print job as needed. Finally, this equipment is suitable for using recycled paper (in accordance with EN 12281:2002). Recycled paper: All paper documentation for this printer is printed on recycled paper. Ozone: Ozone-depleting chemicals - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 282
HP Deskjet printer, HP provides the following: q Extended warranty: Details can be found in the reference guide that came with your printer. q Product take-back: To return this product to HP at the end of its useful life, go to www.hp.com/recycle. To return empty print cartridges to HP, see print - HP Deskjet 6620 | HP Deskjet 6600 series printer - (Windows) Reference Guide - Page 283
in recycling their genuine HP print cartridges can participate in HP's Planet Partner's Program for inkjet cartridges. HP offers this program in more countries/regions than any other inkjet cartridge manufacturer in the world. This program is provided as a free service to HP customers as an
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