HP Officejet Pro 8600 User Manual

							IconPurpose
Displays the Network screen for selecting options.
Provides more information about the printer's features.
HP Officejet Pro 8600
model
HP Officejet Pro 8600
Plus and HP Officejet
Pro 8600 Premium
models
Displays a screen where you can see information about the ink cartridges,
including fill levels. This icon has a red border when an ink cartridge needs
attention.
NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning
purposes only. When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having
a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not need to replace cartridges until prompted to do so.
Displays the status of the Auto Answer function. Touch  Auto Answer to turn it on
or off. For more information, see Set the answer mode (Auto answer).
Displays a screen where you can learn about printer features that can help
conserve natural resources and reduce the impact of your printing choices.
TIP: You can configure settings for some features from this screen.
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							Change printer settings
Use the control panel to change the printer’s mode and settings, print reports, or get
help for the printer.
TIP:If the printer is connected to a computer, you can also change the printer
settings using HP software tools available on your computer, such as the HP printer
software, HP Utility (Mac OS X), or the  EWS. For more information about these
tools, see 
Printer manag ement tools.
This section contains the following topics:
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Select the mode
•
Change printer settings
Select the mode
The main menu of the control-panel display shows the available modes for the printer.
NOTE: To select a mode, touch the  (left arrow) or the  (right arrow) to see the
available modes, and then touch the icon to select the desired mode. Follow the
prompts on the control-panel display to comp lete the job. The control-panel display
returns to the main menu when the job is finished.
To select a different mode
Touch 
 (Back button) to return to the main menu. Touch  (left arrow) or  (right
arrow) to scroll through the available modes, and then touch the icon to select the
desired mode.
To change settings for a mode
1. After selecting a mode, touch the arrow  buttons to scroll through the available
settings, and then touch the setting you want to change.
2. Follow the prompts on the display to change the settings, and then touch  Done.
NOTE: Touch  (Back button) to return to the previous menu.
Change printer settings
To change the printer settings or print reports, use the options available in the Setup
menu:
1.Touch 
 (right arrow), and then touch  Setup.
2. Touch the arrow buttons to scroll through the menus.
3. Touch the menu items to select menus or options.
NOTE: Touch  (Back button) to return to the previous menu.
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							Finding the printer model number
In addition to the model name that appears on the front of the printer, this printer has
a specific model number. You can use this number when obtaining support and to help
determine which supplies or accessories are available for your printer.
The model number is printed on a label located on the inside of the ink cartridge
access door, near the ink cartridges area.
Select print media
The printer is designed to wo rk well with most types of office media. It is best to test
a variety of print media types before buying large quantities. Use HP media for
optimum print quality. For more information about HP media, visit the HP website at
www.hp.com.
HP recommends plain papers with the ColorLok logo for printing
and copying of everyday documents. All papers with the
ColorLok logo are independently tested to meet high standards
of reliability and print quality, and produce documents with crisp,
vivid color, bolder blacks and dry faster than ordinary plain
papers. Look for papers with the ColorLok logo in a variety of
weights and sizes from major paper manufacturers.
This section contains the following topics:
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Recommended papers for printing and copying
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Recommended papers for photo printing
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Tips for selecting and using media
Recommended papers for printing and copying
If you want the best print quality, HP re commends using HP papers that are specifically
designed for the type of project you are printing.
Depending on your country/region, some of these papers might not be available.
HP Brochure Paper
HP Professional Paper These papers are glossy-coated or matte-coated on both sides for
two-sided use. They are the perfect choice for producing professional
quality marketing materials such as brochures and mailers, as well as
business graphics for report covers and calendars.
HP Premium
Presentation Paper
HP Professional Paper These papers are heavy two-sided matte papers perfect for
presentation, proposals, reports, and newsletters. They are
heavyweight for an impressive look and feel.
HP Bright White Inkjet
Paper HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high-contrast colors and sharp
text. It is opaque enough for two-sided color usage with no
showthrough, which makes it ideal for newsletters, reports, and flyers.
It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and
vivid colors.
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							HP Printing Paper HP Printing Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It producesdocuments that look and feel more substantial than documents
printed on standard multipurpose or  copy paper. It features ColorLok
Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors.
HP Office Paper HP Office Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It is suitable for copies, drafts, memos and other everyday documents. It features
ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid
colors.
HP Office Recycled
Paper HP Office Recycled Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper made
with 30% recycled fiber. It features ColorLok Technology for less
smearing, bolder blacks and vivid colors.
HP Premium Plus
Photo Paper HP’s best photo paper is heavyweight for producing professional
quality photos. Features an instant-dry finish for easy handling
without smudging. It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity.
It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm
(4 x 6 inch), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes – glossy or soft-
gloss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer lasting documents.
HP Advanced Photo
Paper This thick photo paper features an instant-dry finish for easy handling
without smudging. It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity.
Your prints have a look and feel comparable to a store processed
photo. It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10
x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes –
glossy or soft gloss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer lasting
documents.
HP Everyday Photo
Paper Print colorful, everyday snapshots at a low cost, using paper
designed for casual photo printing. This affordable, photo paper dries
quickly for easy handling. Get sharp, crisp images when you use this
paper with any inkjet printer. Available in semi-gloss finish in 8.5 x 11
inch, A4, 4 x 6 inch and 10 x 15 cm. It is acid-free for longer lasting
documents.
HP Iron-On Transfers HP Iron-on Transfers (for color fabrics or for light or white fabrics) are the ideal solution for creating custom T-shirts from your digital photos.
To order HP papers and other supplies, go to www.hp.com. Go to Shop for Products
and Services , and select Ink, toner and paper  .
NOTE:At this time, some portions of the HP website are available in English only.
Recommended papers for photo printing
For the best print quality, HP recommends using HP papers that are specifically
designed for the type of project you are printing. Depending on your country/region,
some of these papers might not be available.
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							Depending on your country/region, some of these papers might not be available.
HP Premium Plus
Photo PaperHP’s best photo paper is heavyweight for producing professional
quality photos. Features an instant-dry finish for easy handling
without smudging. It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity.
It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm
(4 x 6 inch), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes – glossy or soft-
gloss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer lasting documents.
HP Advanced Photo
Paper This thick photo paper features an instant-dry finish for easy handling
without smudging. It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity.
Your prints have a look and feel comparable to a store processed
photo. It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10
x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch), 13x18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes – glossy
or soft gloss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer lasting documents.
HP Everyday Photo
Paper Print colorful, everyday snapshots at a low cost, using paper
designed for casual photo printing. This affordable, photo paper dries
quickly for easy handling. Get sharp, crisp images when you use this
paper with any inkjet printer. Available in semi-gloss finish in 8.5 x 11
inch, A4, 4 x 6 inch, and 10 x 15 cm. It is acid-free for longer lasting
documents.
HP Photo Value Packs HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP ink cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to save you time and take
the guesswork out of printing affordable, lab-quality photos with your
HP printer. Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo Paper have
been designed to work together so your photos are long lasting and
vivid, print after print. Great for printing out an entire vacation’s worth
of photos or multiple prints to share.
To order HP papers and other supplies, go to www.hp.com. Go to Shop for Products
and Services  and select Ink, toner and paper.
NOTE:At this time, some portions of the HP website are available in English only.
Tips for selecting and using media
For the best results, observe the following guidelines.
• Always use media that conforms to the printer specifications. For more information,
see 
Media specifications.
• Load only one type of media at a time into a tray or automatic document feeder (ADF).
• When loading the trays and ADF, make  sure the media is loaded correctly. For
more information, see 
Load media or Load an original in the automatic document
feeder (ADF).
• Do not overload the tray or ADF. For more information, see 
Load media or Load an
original in the automatic document feeder (ADF).
• To prevent jams, poor print quality, and other printing problems, avoid loading the following media in the trays or ADF:
 Multipart forms
 Media that is damaged , curled, or wrinkled
 Media with cutouts or perforations
 Media that is heavily textured, embossed, or does not accept ink well
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							 Media that is too lightweight or stretches easily
 Media that contains staples or clips
NOTE:To scan, copy, or fax documents that contain pages that do not
conform to these guidelines, use the scanner glass. For more information, see
Load an original on the scanner glass.
Load an original on the scanner glass
You can copy, scan, or fax up  to Letter- or A4-size originals by loading them on the
glass.
NOTE: Many of the special features do not work correctly if the glass and lid
backing are not clean. For more information, see 
Maintain the printer.
To load an original on the scanner glass
Use these steps to load an original on th e scanner glass.
1. Lift the scanner lid.
2. Load your original print-side down.
TIP: For more help on loading an original , refer to the engraved guides along
the edge of the glass.
3. Close the lid.
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							Load an original in the automatic document feeder (ADF)
You can copy, scan, or fax a one-sided, single- or multiple-page, A4- or Letter-size
document by placing it in the automatic document feeder tray.
CAUTION:Do not load photos in the ADF;  this might cause damage to your
photos. Use only media that is supported by the printer. For more information, see
Tips for selecting and using media.
NOTE: Only single-sided documents on A4 or Letter-size paper can be scanned,
copied, or faxed using the ADF. The ADF does not support double-sided
documents or other  paper sizes.
NOTE: Some features, such as the  Fit to Page copy feature, do not work when
you load your originals in the ADF. You must load your originals on the glass.
The document feeder tray holds a maximum of 35 or 50 sheets of plain A4 or Letter-
size paper, depending on the printer model.
To load an original in  the document feeder tray
Use these steps to load a document in the automatic document feeder.
1. Load your original print-side up into the document feeder tray. Place the pages so
that the top edge of the document goes in first. Slide the media into the automatic
document feeder until you hear a tone or see a message on the display indicating
that the loaded pages were detected.
TIP: For more help on loading originals in the automatic document feeder,
refer to the diagram engraved in the document feeder tray.
2. Slide the width guides inward until they stop at the left and right edges of the
media.
NOTE: Remove all originals from the document feeder tray before lifting the lid on
the printer.
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							Load media
This section provides instructions for loading media into the printer.
This section contains the following topics:
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Load standard-size media
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Load envelopes
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Load cards and photo paper
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Load custom-size media
Load standard-size media
To load media
Use these instructions to load standard media.
1. Pull out Tray 1.
2.Insert the media print-side do wn in the center of the tray. Make sure the stack of
media aligns with the line on the width guide, and is not higher than the paper stack
line on the guide.
NOTE: Do not load paper while the printer is printing.
3.Slide the media guides in the tray to adjust them for the media size that you have
loaded, and then reinsert the tray.
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							4.Pull out the extension on the output tray.
Load envelopes
To load envelopes
Use these instructions to load an envelope.
1.Pull out Tray 1.
2.Insert the envelopes print-side down and load according to the graphic. Make sure
the stack of envelopes  does not exceed the line  marking in the tray.
NOTE:Do not load paper while the printer is printing.
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							3.Slide the media guides in the tray to adjust them for the media size that you have
loaded, and then reinsert the tray.
4. Pull out the extension on the output tray.
Load cards and photo paper
To load cards and photo paper
Use these instructions to load photo paper.
1.Pull out Tray 1.
2.Insert the media print-side do wn in the center of the tray. Make sure the stack of
media aligns with the line on the width guide, and is not higher than the paper stack
line on the guide.
NOTE: Do not load paper while the printer is printing.
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