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LASERJET PROFESSIONAL P1560 and P1600 Printer series User Guide www.hp.com/support/ljp1560series www.hp.com/support/ljp1600series - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 2
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HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 printer series User Guide - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 4
HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP and other countries. Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® XP, and Windows Vista® are U.S. registered trademarks - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 5
this guide TIP: Tips provide helpful hints or shortcuts. NOTE: Notes provide important information to explain a concept or to complete a task. CAUTION: Cautions indicate procedures that are recommended to avoid losing data or damaging the product. WARNING! Warnings alert you to specific procedures - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 6
iv Conventions used in this guide ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 7
for Windows Supported operating systems for Windows 10 Supported printer-drivers for Windows 10 Select the correct printer-driver for Windows 11 HP Universal Print Driver (UPD 11 Priority for print settings ...12 Change printer-driver settings for Windows 13 Remove software for Windows ...14 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 8
) with Mac 23 Automatic ...23 Manual ...23 4 Connect the product Supported network operating systems 26 Printer sharing disclaimer 26 Connect with USB ...27 HP Smart Install ...27 CD installation from the software program 42 Print with Windows ...43 Open the Windows printer driver 43 vi ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 9
47 Automatic ...47 Manual ...48 Create a booklet with Windows 49 Print multiple pages per sheet with Windows 49 Select page orientation with Windows 50 7 Manage and maintain Print information pages ...52 Configuration page ...52 Supplies status page ...52 Demo page ...52 Use the HP Embedded Web - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 10
the pickup roller ...68 Clean the paper path ...69 Clean the print-cartridge area 70 Clean the exterior ...71 Product updates ...72 Firmware updates ...72 8 Solve problems Solve general problems ...74 Troubleshooting checklist 74 Factors that affect product performance 75 Restore factory settings - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 11
statement 106 HP's Premium Protection Warranty: LaserJet print cartridge limited warranty statement 107 End User License Agreement ...108 Customer self-repair warranty service 110 Customer support ...110 Repack the product ...111 Appendix C Specifications Physical specifications ...114 Power - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 12
Return and recycling instructions 118 United States and Puerto Rico 118 Multiple returns (more than one cartridge 118 Single returns 118 Shipping 122 Canadian DOC regulations 122 VCCI statement (Japan 122 Power cord instructions 122 Power cord statement (Japan 122 EMC statement (Korea 122 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 13
1 Product basics ● Product comparison ● Environmental features ● Product features ● Product views ENWW 1 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 14
Product comparison HP LaserJet Professional P1560 printer series HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series ● Speed: 22 A4 pages per minute USB 2.0 port and on-board networking ● Two-sided printing: Manual duplexing (using the printer driver and the go button on the control-panel) ● Two- - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 15
print setting. ● The HP LaserJet Professional P1560 printer series supports manual duplexing. ● The HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series supports automatic and manual duplexing. Reduce waste by using recycled paper. Recycle print cartridges by using the HP return process. Save energy - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 16
media, postcards, and heavy paper. ● A 125-sheet top output bin. ● Print on both sides ◦ HP LaserJet Professional P1560 printer series: Manual duplexing. ◦ HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series: Automatic duplexing. ● Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port ● A built-in internal print server for connecting to - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 17
Accessibility Security Supporting features ● A supplies status page with print cartridge gauges that estimate remaining supply level. Not available for non-HP supplies. ● Authentication for genuine HP print cartridges. ● Easy ordering for replacement supplies. ● The online user guide is compatible - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 18
Product views Front and left side view Figure 1-1 HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 printer series 1 2 7 3 4 6 5 1 Output bin 2 Output tray extension 3 Priority input slot 4 Main-input tray 5 Power button 6 Cartridge door lift-tab 7 Control panel 6 Chapter 1 Product basics ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 19
Figure 1-2 HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 printer series 1 3 4 2 1 USB port HP internal network port (HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series only) 2 Power receptacle 3 Kensington lock 4 Duplexer and rear jam-access door (HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series only) Serial - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 20
the light patterns mean. Figure 1-3 HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 printer series control panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Toner light : When the print cartridge is low, the toner light illuminates. When the print cartridge is out of the product, the toner light blinks. 2 Attention light : Indicates - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 21
2 Software for Windows ● Supported operating systems for Windows ● Supported printer-drivers for Windows ● Select the correct printer-driver for Windows ● Priority for print settings ● Change printer-driver settings for Windows ● Remove software for Windows ● Supported utilities for Windows ENWW 9 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 22
Install or from the product CD, the following printer drivers are available for download from the Web: ● PCL 5 Universal Printer Driver for Windows (HP UPD PCL 5) (HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series only) ● XPS (XML Paper Specification) driver NOTE: For more information about the UPD, see - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 23
printer-driver for Windows NOTE: Only the HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series supports the HP Universal Print Driver. Whenever possible, use the printer drivers installed during the HP Smart Install or from the product CD. The UPD printer driver is a secondary back-up printer driver. HP - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 24
Printer Properties dialog box (printer driver): Click Properties in the Print dialog box to open the printer driver. Settings changed in the Printer most of the print settings here. ● Default printer driver settings: The default printer driver settings determine the settings used in all print jobs - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 25
the category for Hardware and Sound click Printer. Windows Vista and Windows 7: Click Start, click Control Panel, and then in the category for Hardware and Sound click Printer. 2. Right-click the driver icon, and then 2. Right-click the driver icon, and then select Printing Preferences. select - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 26
Start, and then click All Programs. 2. Click HP, and then click HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 printer. 3. Click Uninstall, and then follow the onscreen instructions to remove the software. Use the Windows Control Panel to remove software Windows XP 1. Click Start, Control Panel, and then - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 27
host server, a Windows client can gain access to HP Web Jetadmin by using a supported Web browser (such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer) by navigating to the HP Web Jetadmin host. HP Embedded Web Server NOTE: Only the HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series supports the HP Embedded Web Server - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 28
16 Chapter 2 Software for Windows ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 29
3 Use the product with Mac ● Software for Mac ● Print with Mac ENWW 17 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 30
the CUPS driver, provides full printing functionality and access to specific HP printer features. Remove software for Mac Use the uninstall utility to remove the software. 1. Browse to the following folder: Library/Printers/hp/laserjet/P1100_P1560_P1600Series/ 2. Double-click the HP Uninstaller.app - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 31
in the Print dialog box have a lower priority and do not override changes made in the Page Setup dialog box. ● Default printer driver settings: The default printer driver settings determine the settings used in all print jobs, unless settings are changed in the Page Setup or Print dialog boxes - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 32
the procedure below. ▲ Open the Print Queue, and then click the Utility icon. Supported utilities for Mac HP Embedded Web Server NOTE: Only the HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series supports the HP Embedded Web Server. The product is equipped with an embedded Web server, which provides - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 33
the preset. 5. Click OK. Use printing presets 1. On the File menu, click Print. 2. Select the driver. 3. In the Presets box, select the printing preset that you want to use. NOTE: To use printer-driver default settings, select Standard. Resize documents or print on a custom paper size You can scale - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 34
one page on a single sheet of paper. This feature provides a cost-effective way to print draft pages. 1. On the File menu, click Print. 2. Select the driver. 3. Open the Layout menu. 4. Next to Pages per Sheet, select the number of pages that you want to print on each sheet (1, 2, 4, 6, 9, or 16 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 35
supported for the HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series product. The printer driver only supports certain media sizes for automatic duplexing. Use the manual Click the Two-sided check box. 4. Click Print. Follow the instructions in the dialog box that opens on the computer screen before - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 36
24 Chapter 3 Use the product with Mac ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 37
4 Connect the product ● Supported network operating systems ● Connect with USB ● Connect to a network ENWW 25 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 38
systems NOTE: Only the HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series supports network functions. The following operating systems support network printing: ● Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit) ● Windows Vista (Starter Edition, 32-bit, and 64-bit) ● Windows XP (32-bit, Service Pack 2) ● Windows XP (64-bit - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 39
(6.56 feet). HP Smart Install NOTE: This installation type is supported for Windows only. The HP Smart Install allows you to install the product driver and software by contents and run the SETUP.EXE file. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions for installing the software. When you use the CD to install - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 40
network The HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series can connect to networks through the HP internal networking port. Supported network protocols the back of the product. HP Smart Install on a wired network NOTE: This installation type is supported for Windows only. 1. Print a configuration - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 41
Download button. 6. Follow the onscreen instructions run the SETUP.EXE file. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions for setting up the product and installing the software. bottom of the window, click the Apply button to save the password. IP address The product IP address can be set manually, or it can - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 42
Link speeds and duplex settings NOTE: In this section duplex refers to bi-directional communication, not two-sided printing. Use the Networking tab in the embedded Web server to set the link speed if necessary. Incorrect changes to the link speed setting might prevent the product from communicating - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 43
5 Paper and print media ● Understand paper and print media use ● Special paper or print media guidelines ● Change the print driver to match the media type and size ● Supported paper sizes ● Supported paper types ● Tray and bin capacity ● Load paper trays ENWW 31 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 44
Hewlett-Packard has no control. CAUTION: Using paper or print media that does not meet Hewlett-Packard's specifications might cause problems for the product, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard warranty or service agreements. 32 Chapter 5 Paper and print media ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 45
product supports printing on special media. Use the following guidelines to obtain satisfactory results. When using special paper or print media, be sure to set the type and size in the printer driver to obtain the best results. CAUTION: HP LaserJet products use fusers to bond dry toner particles - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 46
media, such as labels or transparencies. Always print by Size for envelopes. 1. On the File menu in the software program, click Print. 2. Select the driver, and then click Properties or Preferences. 3. Click the Paper/Quality tab. 4. In the Type is or Size is list box, select the correct media type - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 47
paper size and type in your print driver before printing. The printer driver only supports certain media sizes for automatic duplexing. Use the manual duplexing procedure for media sizes not available in the printer driver. Table 5-1 Supported paper and print media sizes Size Dimensions - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 48
paper types For a complete list of specific HP-brand paper that this product supports, go to www.hp.com/support/ ljp1560series or www.hp.com/support/ljp1600series. Paper type (printer driver) Plain Recycled Vellum Light Mid-weight Heavy Extra Heavy Letterhead Preprinted Prepunched Color Bond - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 49
bin capacity Tray or bin Main-input tray Paper type Paper Priority input slot Envelopes Transparencies Paper Output bin Transparencies Paper Transparencies Envelopes Specifications Quantity Range: 60 g/m2 (16 lb) bond to 163 g/m2 (43 lb) bond 250 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb) bond Less than - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 50
on facing up. To prevent jams and skewing, always adjust the side media guides before feeding the media. Main-input tray The main-input tray holds 250 pages is recommended for laser printers. See Supported paper sizes on page 35. If you are using paper that requires a specific orientation, load it - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 51
envelope or other special media. Use the main-input tray for printing multiple envelopes or other special media. 1. Before loading the media, slide the media guides outward to slightly wider than the media. 2. Place the media in the tray and adjust the media - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 52
40 Chapter 5 Paper and print media ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 53
6 Print tasks ● Cancel a print job ● Print with Windows ENWW 41 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 54
for specific instructions about canceling a print request from the computer. If a print job is waiting in a print queue or print spooler, delete the print job there. 1. Windows XP, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2003 (using the default Start menu view): Click Start, and then click Printers - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 55
. Get help for any print option with Windows Printer-driver Help is separate from program Help. The printer-driver help provides explanations for the buttons, check boxes, and drop-down lists that are in the printer driver. It also includes instructions for performing common printing tasks, such as - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 56
all tabs except the Services tab. 2. Select an existing quick set as a base. 3. Select the print options for the new quick set. 4. Click Save As, type a name for the quick set, and then click OK. Improve print quality with Windows Select a page size 1. Open the printer driver, click the Properties - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 57
. 3. Click the OK button. Select the print resolution 1. Open the printer driver, click the Properties or Preferences button, and then click the Paper/ Quality area, select an option from the drop-down list. See the printer-driver online Help for information about each of the available options. NOTE: - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 58
on check box, and then select a size from the drop-down list. 3. Click the OK button. Add a watermark to a document with Windows 1. Open the printer driver, click the Properties or Preferences button, and then click the Effects tab. 2. Select a watermark from the Watermarks drop-down list. To print - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 59
Print on both sides (duplex) with Windows Automatic NOTE: Automatic duplexing is only supported for the HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series product. The printer driver only supports certain media sizes for automatic duplexing. Use the manual duplexing procedure for media sizes not - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 60
must select the Allow Manual Duplexing check box on the Device Settings tab of the printer properties dialog box. See Change printer-driver settings for Windows on page 13. 1. Load paper face-down in the priority input slot or in the main-input tray. 2. Open the printer driver, and then click the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 61
the go button to print the second side of the job. Create a booklet with Windows 1. Open the printer driver, click the Properties or Preferences button, and then click the Finishing tab. 2. Click the Print on both sides (manually) check box. 3. In the Booklet layout drop-down list, click the Left - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 62
Select page orientation with Windows 1. Open the printer driver, click the Properties or Preferences button, and then click the Finishing tab. 2. In the Orientation area, select the Portrait or Landscape option. To print the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 63
7 Manage and maintain ● Print information pages ● Use the HP Embedded Web Server ● Economy settings ● Quiet mode settings ● Manage supplies and accessories ● Clean the product ● Product updates ENWW 51 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 64
HP print cartridge is installed) ● Ordering and recycling information To print a supplies status page, do one of the following: ● selecting Supply Status Page from the Print Information Pages drop-down on the Services tab in the Printer Preferences. ● HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 65
. Release the go button when the ready light begins blinking. The configuration page prints. NOTE: The HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series supports IPv4 and IPv6. For more information, go to www.hp.com/go/ljp1600series. TIP: After you open the URL, bookmark it so that you can return to - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 66
control network-related settings for the product when it is connected to an IP-based network. HP Smart Install tab NOTE: This tab is supported for Windows only. Use this tab to download and install the printer driver. Links Links are located in the upper-right part of the Status pages. You must have - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 67
, even if there is toner supply remaining in the cartridge. Enable or disable EconoMode in any of these ways: ● In the Windows Printer Properties, open the Paper/Quality tab, and select the EconoMode option. ● In the embedded Web server (HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series only), open the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 68
a slower speed. NOTE: Quiet mode reduces the product print speed, which might improve print quality. Follow these steps to enable quiet mode. 1. Open the printer properties, and then click the Device Settings tab. 2. Click the Enable option to turn on the Quiet Mode feature. 56 Chapter 7 Manage and - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 69
orange pull tab is missing, or the packaging differs from HP packaging). Recycle supplies To install a new HP print cartridge, follow the instructions that are included in the box that contains the new supply, or see the getting started guide. To recycle supplies, place the used supply in the box - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 70
instructions Redistribute toner When a small amount of toner remains in print cartridge, faded or light areas might appear on the printed page. You might be able to temporarily improve print quality by redistributing the toner. 1. Open the print-cartridge door, and then remove the print cartridge - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 71
3. Reinsert the print cartridge into the product, and then close the print-cartridge door. If the print is still light, install a new print cartridge. ENWW Manage supplies and accessories 59 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 72
Replace the print cartridge 1. Open the print-cartridge door, and remove the old print cartridge. See the recycling information inside the print-cartridge box. 2. Remove the new print cartridge from the bag. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the print cartridge, hold the print cartridge at each end. 3. - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 73
clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric. NOTE: When toner is low, faded or light areas appear on the printed page. You might be able to temporarily improve print quality by redistributing the toner. To redistribute the toner, remove the cartridge from the product and gently rock it - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 74
to complete this procedure might damage the product. 1. Open the print-cartridge door, and remove the print cartridge. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the print cartridge, minimize its exposure to direct light. Cover the print cartridge with a sheet of paper. 62 Chapter 7 Manage and maintain ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 75
2. Find the pickup roller. 3. Release the small, white tabs on each side of the pickup roller, and rotate the pickup roller toward the front. 4. Gently pull the pickup roller up and out. ENWW Manage supplies and accessories 63 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 76
from installing the roller incorrectly. 6. Rotate the top of the new pickup roller away from you until both sides snap into place. 7. Insert the print cartridge in the product and close the print-cartridge door. 64 Chapter 7 Manage and maintain ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 77
Replace the separation pad Normal use with good media causes wear. The use of poor media might require more frequent replacement of the separation pad. If the product regularly pulls multiple sheets of media at a time, you might need to change the separation pad. WARNING! Before changing the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 78
3. Remove the separation pad. 4. Insert the new separation pad, and screw it into place. 66 Chapter 7 Manage and maintain ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 79
5. Plug the product into the wall outlet, and turn on the product. ENWW Manage supplies and accessories 67 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 80
Clean the product Clean the pickup roller If you want to clean the pickup roller before deciding to replace it, follow these instructions: 1. Unplug the power cord from the product, and then remove the pickup roller as described in Replace the pickup roller on page 62. 2. Dab a lint- - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 81
paper path. This process uses a transparency to remove dust and toner from the paper path. Do not use bond or rough paper. idle and the ready light is on. 2. Load media in the input tray. 3. Open the printer Properties. 4. Click the Device Settings tab. 5. In the Cleaning Page area, click the Start - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 82
not touch the black-sponge transfer roller inside the product. Doing so can damage the product. CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not expose the print cartridge to light for an extended time. Cover it with a piece of paper. 2. Use a dry, lint-free cloth, to wipe any residue from the paper-path - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 83
3. Replace the print cartridge, and close the print-cartridge door. 4. Plug the power cord into the product. Clean the exterior Use a soft, damp, lint-free cloth to wipe dust, smudges, and stains off of the exterior of the device. ENWW Clean the product 71 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 84
updates Firmware and software updates and installation instructions for this product are available at www.hp.com/support/ljp1560series or www.hp.com/support/ljp1600series. Click Downloads and drivers, click the operating system, and then select the download for the product. 72 Chapter 7 Manage and - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 85
8 Solve problems ● Solve general problems ● Restore factory settings ● Interpret control-panel light patterns ● Clear jams ● Solve paper-handling problems ● Solve image-quality problems ● Solve performance problems ● Solve connectivity problems ● Solve product software problems ENWW 73 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 86
control-panel light patterns on page 76. 4. Make sure that the paper that you are using meets specifications. 5. Make sure that the product software is installed correctly. 6. Verify that you have installed the printer driver for this product. Check the program to make sure that you are using the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 87
a. If the page does not print correctly, the problem is with the product hardware. Contact HP Customer Care. b. If the page prints correctly, the product hardware is working. The problem is with the computer that you are using, with the printer driver, or with the program. 9. Print a short document - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 88
Auto-Off mode or is turned off. Press the power button to deactivate the Auto-Off mode or turn on the product 76 Chapter 8 Solve problems ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 89
power button backlight is on. Attention , ready , and go lights cycle. Toner light is off. NOTE: The power button backlight is on. All lights cycle . 3. Wait for the product to initialize. Contact HP customer support. See Customer support on page 110. The formatter is initializing. No action - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 90
absence of paper in the proper tray or the product is in a manual feed mode, put the proper paper in the tray and follow the onscreen instructions, or open and close the printcartridge door to resume printing. The product the product power off, and then on again. 78 Chapter 8 Solve problems ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 91
and go lights are on. Toner light is off. NOTE: The power button backlight is on. The ready on. and toner lights are NOTE: The power , contact HP customer support. See Customer support on page 110. The print cartridge is near the estimated end of life. Order a new print cartridge and have - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 92
water. Hot water will set the toner into the fabric. Jam locations Jams can occur at the following locations in the product. 1 3 4 2 1 Internal areas 2 Input trays 3 Output bins 4 Rear door and duplexer (HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series) 80 Chapter 8 Solve problems ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 93
angle can damage the product. NOTE: Depending on where the jam is located, some of the following steps might not be necessary. 1. Open the print-cartridge door, and then remove the print cartridge. 2. In the main-input tray or the priority input slot, remove the media stack. ENWW Clear jams 81 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 94
3. With both hands, grasp the side of the jammed media that is most visible (this includes the middle), and carefully pull it free from the product. 4. Reinstall the print cartridge and close the print-cartridge door. 82 Chapter 8 Solve problems ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 95
Clear jams from the duplexer NOTE: Only the HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series has an automatic duplexer. 1. Open the print-cartridge door, and then remove the print cartridge. 2. Open the rear door. 3. Carefully grasp the jammed paper, and slowly pull it out of the product ENWW Clear - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 96
4. Close the rear door. 5. Reinstall the print cartridge and close the print-cartridge door. 84 Chapter 8 Solve problems ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 97
pliers, to remove jams. Damage caused by sharp objects will not be covered by the warranty. 1. Open the print-cartridge door, and then remove the print cartridge. 2. Keep the print cartridge door open, and then with both hands, grasp the side of the jammed media that is most visible (this includes - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 98
print cartridge, and then close the print-cartridge door. Clear jams from inside the product 1. Open the print-cartridge door, and remove the print cartridge. CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not expose the print cartridge to light. Cover it with a piece of paper. 86 Chapter 8 Solve problems ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 99
2. If you can see the jammed paper, carefully grasp the jammed paper, and slowly pull it out of the product. NOTE: If you can not see the jammed paper, go to the next step. If you successfully removed the jammed paper, skip the next step. 3. Press the green tab and then open the jam-access door, - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 100
4. Reinstall the print cartridge, and then close the print-cartridge door. 88 Chapter 8 Solve problems ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 101
that you are using. ● Verify that the media guides are properly adjusted. ● Check that the input input tray while the product is printing. ● Use only HP-recommended media types and sizes. ● Do not fan media . The print media type and the amount of toner used affect the output bin capacity. ● Check - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 102
Problems with feeding The paper has ragged edges. Use high-quality paper that is made for laser printers media guides might be manual feed mode, and then print the job again. The pickup roller might be dirty or damaged. Contact HP Customer Care. See Service and support on page 105 or the support - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 103
correct the problem, contact an HP-authorized dealer or service representative. Light print or faded ● The print cartridge is nearing end of life. ● Redistribute the toner to extend the life. See Redistribute toner on page 58. ● The media might not meet Hewlett-Packard's media specifications (for - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 104
new media. ● The media lot is bad. The manufacturing processes can cause some areas to reject toner. Try a different type or brand of media. ● Place the product in quiet mode, and send high. Adjust the density setting. ● Install a new genuine HP print cartridge. 92 Chapter 8 Solve problems ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 105
spot on the page, install a new genuine HP print cartridge. ● The internal parts might have toner on them. If the defects occur on the back of the page, the problem will probably correct itself after a few more printed pages. ● In your printer driver, make sure the appropriate media type is selected - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 106
● Make sure that the media is loaded correctly and the media guides are not too tight or too loose against the media stack. ● fuser temperature might be too high. In your printer driver, make sure the appropriate media type is selected. If the problem persists, select a media type that uses a - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 107
toner have scattered around the characters, the transfer of toner to the media is not optimal (a small amount of toner scatter is normal for laser printing). Try a different media type setting in the printer driver environmental specifications in this guide. See Environmental specifications on page - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 108
(using the default Start menu view): Click Start, and then click Printers and Faxes. -or- Windows XP, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2003 (using the Classic Start menu view): Click Start, and then click Printers. -or- Windows Vista: Click Start, click Control Panel, and then in the category - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 109
Solve performance problems Problem Pages print but are totally blank. Pages print very slowly. Pages did not print. Cause Solution The sealing tape might still be in the print Verify that the sealing tape has been cartridges. completely removed from the print cartridges. The document might - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 110
1. Are there any physical connection problems between the workstation or file server and the product? Verify that the network cabling, connections, and router configurations are correct. Verify that the network cable lengths meet network specifications. 2. Are your network cables connected properly - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 111
correct printer drivers. 6. Are other users able to print? The problem may be workstation-specific. Check the workstation network drivers, printer drivers, Web server sections on page 54. 9. Does the product appear in HP Web Jetadmin or other management application? ● Verify network settings on the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 112
Windows error messages. Solve common Macintosh problems Table 8-3 Problems in Mac OS X The printer driver is not listed in the Printer Library/Printers/PPDs/ Contents/Resources If necessary, reinstall the software. See the getting started guide for instructions. The Postscript Printer Description - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 113
Problems in Mac OS X (continued) The product name does not appear in the product list in the Printer printer driver does not automatically set up the selected product in the Printer guide for instructions. Delete the .GZ file from the following hard-drive folder: ● Mac OS X v10.4: Library/Printers - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 114
the product does not appear in the Printer Setup Utility or Print & Fax list after the driver is selected. Cause Solution This problem is caused by either a software or a hardware component. Software troubleshooting ● Check that your Macintosh supports USB. ● Verify that your Macintosh operating - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 115
A Supplies and accessories ● Order parts, accessories, and supplies ● Part numbers ENWW 103 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 116
, and supplies Order supplies and paper Order genuine HP parts or accessories Order through service or support providers Order using HP software www.hp.com/go/suresupply www.hp.com/buy/parts Contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. Embedded Web server sections on page 54 Part - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 117
B Service and support ● Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement ● HP's Premium Protection Warranty: LaserJet print cartridge limited warranty statement ● End User License Agreement ● Customer self-repair warranty service ● Customer support ● Repack the product ENWW 105 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 118
Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement HP PRODUCT HP LaserJet Professional P1566, P1606dn DURATION OF LIMITED WARRANTY One year from date of purchase HP warrants to you, the end-user customer, that HP hardware and accessories will be free from defects in materials and workmanship after the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 119
environmental specifications for the printer product or (c) exhibit wear from ordinary use. To obtain warranty service, please return the product to place of purchase (with a written description of the problem and print samples) or contact HP customer support. At HP's option, HP will either - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 120
COPYING, DOWNLOADING, OR OTHERWISE USING HP Software or disable any licensing or control feature of the HP Software. If this Software is provided by HP for Use with an imaging or printing product (for example, if the Software is a printer driver, firmware, or add-on), the HP Service and support ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 121
you provide in relation to (i) your Use of the Software or the HP Product, or (ii) the provision of support services related to the Software or the HP Product. All such information will be subject to HP's privacy policy. HP will not use such information in a form that personally identifies you - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 122
.hp.com/support/ljp1560series or www.hp.com/support/ ljp1600series Get support for products used with a Macintosh computer www.hp.com/go/macosx Download software utilities, drivers, and electronic information www.hp.com/go/ljp1560series or www.hp.com/go/ ljp1600series Order additional HP service - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 123
engine and other parts with toner. To prevent damage to the print cartridge, avoid touching the roller on it, and store the print cartridge in its original packing print media that did not print correctly. 4. In the U.S., call HP Customer Care to request new packing material. In other areas, use the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 124
112 Appendix B Service and support ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 125
C Specifications ● Physical specifications ● Power consumption, electrical specifications, and acoustic emissions ● Environmental specifications ENWW 113 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 126
Specification HP LaserJet Professional P1560 printer series HP LaserJet Professional P1600 printer series Product hp.com/support/ljp1560series or www.hp.com/support/ljp1600series. Power consumption, electrical specifications, and acoustic emissions See www.hp.com/go/ljp1560_regulatory or www.hp - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 127
D Regulatory information ● FCC regulations ● Environmental product stewardship program ● Declaration of conformity ● Safety statements ENWW 115 - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 128
equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However TV technician. NOTE: Any changes or modifications to the printer that are not expressly approved by HP could void the user's authority to operate this equipment - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 129
and instructions are included in every new HP LaserJet print cartridge and supplies package. You help reduce the toll on the environment further when you return multiple cartridges together rather than separately. HP is committed to providing inventive, high-quality products and services that - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 130
The enclosed label in the HP LaserJet toner cartridge box is for the return and recycling of one or more HP LaserJet print cartridges after use. Please follow the applicable instructions below. Multiple returns (more than one cartridge) 1. Package each HP LaserJet print cartridge in its original box - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 131
HP LaserJet printing supplies. Paper This product is capable of using recycled papers when the paper meets the guidelines outlined in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Chemical substances HP is committed to - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 132
● HP's end-of-life product return and recycling program ● Material Safety Data Sheets Visit www.hp.com/go/environment or www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment. 120 Appendix D Regulatory information ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 133
HP LaserJet Professional P1566/P1606 printer series Regulatory Model:2) Product Options: Toner Cartridges: BOISB-0902-00 All CE278A conforms to the following Product Specifications : European Contact Your Local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard Gmbh, Department HQ-TRE - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 134
under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the other than those specified in this user guide may result in exposure to hazardous CEM ». » VCCI statement (Japan) Power cord instructions Make sure your power source is adequate for the - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 135
sätt än i bruksanvisning specificerats, kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för laserklass 1. HUOLTO HP LaserJet Professional P1566, P1606dn - kirjoittimen sisällä ei ole käyttäjän huollettavissa olevia kohteita. Laitteen saa avata ja huoltaa ainoastaan sen - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 136
Substances Table (China) Restriction on Hazardous Substances statement (Turkey) Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur 124 Appendix D Regulatory information ENWW - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 137
23 See also duplex printing dpi (dots per inch) specifications 4 drivers Macintosh settings 21 Macintosh, troubleshooting 100 paper types 36 presets (Macintosh) 21 ENWW quick sets (Windows) 44 settings 12, 13, 19 universal 11 Windows, opening 43 duplex printing Macintosh 23 See also double-sided - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 138
media priority input slot 38 M Macintosh driver settings 19, 21 drivers, troubleshooting 100 problems, troubleshooting 100 removing software 18 resize documents 21 support 110 supported operating systems 18 USB card, troubleshooting 102 Macintosh driver settings custom-size paper 21 main-input - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 139
42 PCL drivers universal 11 physical specifications 114 pickup roller change 62 clean 68 ports troubleshooting Macintosh 102 types included 4 power consumption 114 troubleshooting 74 presets (Macintosh) 21 print cartridges non-HP 57 part numbers 104 recycling 57, 117 redistributing toner 58 storage - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 140
license 108 print cartridges 107 product 106 Web server, embedded 53 Web sites customer support 110 fraud reports 57 Macintosh customer support 110 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) 119 ordering supplies 103 universal print driver 11 Windows driver settings 13 problem-solving issues 100 universal - HP LaserJet Pro P1606 | HP LaserJet Professional P1560 and P1600 Printer series - Page 141
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