HP LaserJet 6P, LaserJet 6MP User's Guide

HP 6P/6MP

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HP LaserJet 6P/6MP Printer

User’s Manual

© Copyright Hewlett-Packard

Company 1996

All Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws.

Publication number

C3980-90968

First edition, October 1996

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Table of Contents

1 Printer Setup

Installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Step 1. Review Printer Parts and Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .			1-2
Step 2. Prepare a Location for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .			1-4
Step 3. Remove the Internal Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .			1-5
Step 4. Install the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Step 5.	Load Paper into Tray 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Step 6.	Attach Printer Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		1-8
Choosing a Printer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Attaching a Parallel Printer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		1-10
Attaching a Macintosh Printer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		1-11
Step 7.	Attach the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-12
Step 8.	Install Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-13
Installing the Windows Printing Software . . . . . . . . . . . .		1-14
Installing the DOS Printing Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		1-17
Installing the Macintosh Printing Software . . . . . . . . . . . .		1-18

2 Printer Basics

Getting to Know the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-1
Printer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-2
Top and Front Status Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-4
Button Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-5
Light Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-6
Top Status Panel Light Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-6
Front Status Panel Light Messages . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-7
Printer Test Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-8
PCL Test Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-8
PostScript Test Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-8
How to Print Test Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 2-9
Example of a Self Test Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . .	2-10
Example of a PostScript Configuration Page . . . . . .	. . . . .	2-12
Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . .	2-14
Windows Printing System Components . . . . . . . .	. . . . .	2-15
DOS Remote Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . .	2-18
Macintosh Printing Software Components . . . . . . .	. . . . .	2-19
Accessories and Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . .	2-20

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3 Printing Tasks

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-1
Preparing for Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-2
Purchasing Paper and Other Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-2
Media Input Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-3
Media Output Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-4
Loading Media into Tray 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-5
Changing Paper Size in Tray 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-6
Printing Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-8
Stopping a Print Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-8
Manual Feed Printing (Pausing between Pages) . . . . . . . . . .	3-9
Printing on Both Sides of Media (Duplexing) . . . . . . . . . .	3-10
Printing on Special Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-11
Printing on Letterhead and Preprinted Forms . . . . . . . . . .	3-11
Printing on Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-12
Printing on Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-13
Printing on Transparencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-14
Printing on Custom-Sized Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-15
Printing with the Infrared Port (Wireless Printing) . . . . . . . . .	3-16
Printing Instructions for the Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-17

4 Printer Tips and Maintenance

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-1
Producing Better Looking Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-2
Enhancing Printer Resolution (REt Setting) . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-2
Adjusting Print Density . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-2
Using Watermarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-2
Saving Money with the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-3
Printing on Both Sides of Paper (Duplexing) . . . . . . . . . . .	4-3
Printing Multiple Pages on a Sheet (N-up Printing) . . . . . . . .	4-3
Extending the Life of the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-4
Toner Cartridge Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-6
Life Expectancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-6
Storing Toner Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-6
Recycling Toner Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-6
Using Non-HP Toner Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-6
Printer Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-7
Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-7
Internal Cleaning Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4-8

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5 Problem Solving

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-2
Paper Jam: Tray 2 Paper Feed Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Paper Jam: Toner Cartridge Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Paper Jam: Output Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-5
Paper Jam: Removing Torn Pieces of Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Solving Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-7
Print Quality Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-7
Image Defect Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Troubleshooting Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5-10
Troubleshooting Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5-12
Troubleshooting General Printing Problems . . . . . . . . . . .	5-15
Troubleshooting Infrared Printing Problems . . . . . . . . . . .	5-17
Troubleshooting Macintosh Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5-18
Troubleshooting PostScript Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5-21

6 Warranties/Licenses

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Limited Printer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-2
Exclusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Warranty Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-3
Limit of Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-3
Service During the Warranty Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-4
Service After the Warranty Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-4
Repackaging Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Toner Cartridge Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-5
HP Software Product License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-7
Sales and Service Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-8
Calling for Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-8

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A Printer Specifications

Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .	. .	. .	. .	.	A-1
Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .	. .	. .	. .	.	A-2

FCC Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. . . .	. . . A-2
VCCI Statement (Japan) . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. . . .	. . . A-3
Laser Safety Statement . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. . . .	. . . A-3
Ozone Emission . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. . . .	. . . A-4
ENERGY STAR Computers Compliance . .	. . . . . .	. . . .	. . . A-4
LED Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. . . .	. . . A-4
Laser Statement for Finland . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. . . .	. . . A-5
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. . . .	. . . A-6

B Media Specifications

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .	. .	. .	. .	.	B-1
Paper and Preprinted Forms . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .	. .	. .	. .	.	B-3

Adhesive Labels . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5
Overhead Transparencies	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-6
Envelopes . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7

Card Stock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-9

C Connect Printer to a LocalTalk Network

Connect to the End of a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 Connect to the Middle of a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2

D Memory Installation

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 Installing SIMMs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2 Checking SIMM Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4

E PCL Printer Commands

PCL Printer Commands (Escape Sequences) . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1 PCL Printer Command Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2 Using PCL Printer Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3 PCL Font Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3 Common PCL Printer Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4

Index

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Printer Setup

Installation Checklist

Congratulations on your purchase of the HP LaserJet 6P/6MP Printer!

This Chapter will help you set up and install the new printer. After unpacking the printer, complete the steps in the checklist in order. Each step is detailed with easy-to-follow directions.

Unpack the printer and accessories.
Step 1	Review printer parts and locations	Page 1-2
Step 2	Prepare a location for the printer	Page 1-4
Step 3	Remove the internal packaging	Page 1-5
Step 4	Install the toner cartridge	Page 1-6
Step 5	Load paper into Tray 2	Page 1-7
Step 6	Attach printer cables	Page 1-8
Step 7	Attach the power cord	Page 1-12
Step 8	Install printer software	Page 1-13

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Step 1. Review Printer Parts and Locations

Figure 1-1

Front/left sides of the printer

ATop status panel

BTop output tray

CTray 1 (multi-purpose tray, fold down to use)

DTray 2 (paper cassette)

ETray 1 status light

FTray 2 empty light

GIR (infrared) status light

HInfrared port

IFront status panel

JRemovable side panel (for installing memory or language SIMMs)

KInterface cable door

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	Printer 1
Figure 1-2	Setup
	Back/right sides of the printer

KInterface cable door

LSerial and model numbers

MRear output tray (fold down to use)

NPower cord door

OOn/Off button

PTop cover release button

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Step 2. Prepare a Location for the Printer

Place your printer on a sturdy, level surface in a well ventilated room. The environment should be stable, with no abrupt changes in temperature or humidity and no exposure to direct sunlight or chemicals. See the figure below for the suggested amount of space to leave around the printer.

Figure 1-3

Printer space requirements

Make sure there is adequate space for:

∙Opening top cover (A)

∙Opening Tray 1 (B)

∙Loading Tray 2 (C)

∙Extending rear output tray (D)

∙Accessing On/Off button

∙Opening cable and power cord doors

∙Removing the side panel for installation of memory or language SIMMs

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Step 3. Remove the Internal Packaging

N o t e

Save all packing material. You may need to repack the printer at a later date.

1 Slide Tray 2 out of the printer.

2 Remove the orange shipping retainer inside Tray 2 by pressing the retainer down and straight back. (If it is difficult to remove, try rotating the retainer while pulling backwards.) Slide Tray 2 back into the printer.

3 Open the top cover by pressing the top cover release button.

4 Remove the two orange shipping retainers in the toner cartridge area.

You do not need to close the top cover if you are installing the toner cartridge next. (See the following page.)

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Printer Setup 1-5

Step 4. Install the Toner Cartridge

1 Open the top cover by pressing the top cover release button.

2 Remove the toner cartridge from its packaging.

C a u t i o n

To prevent damage, do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more than a few minutes.

3 Shake the cartridge to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. Avoid tipping the cartridge on end.

4 Locate the clear plastic sealing tape on the right end of the cartridge. Pull the entire length of the tape out of the cartridge (12-15 in/30-35cm) and discard. Avoid touching any black toner on the tape.

N o t e

If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water.

5 Insert the toner cartridge into the printer lining up the arrow on the cartridge (A) with the arrow in the printer (B). Close the top cover.

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Step 5. Load Paper into Tray 2

1 Slide Tray 2 (paper cassette) out of the printer.

2 Load paper up to the arrows on the paper length spacer in the rear of the tray (approximately 250 sheets of Letter, A4, Executive, B5, or Legal paper).

3 Make sure the paper is flat in the tray at all four corners. If needed, press on the clip lever (A) to raise the front left metal holder (B) so the paper will fit underneath.

4 Align the slots (C) on the sides of Tray 2 with the rails (D) inside the Tray 2 cavity. Slide Tray 2 completely back into the printer.

C a u t i o n

Tray 2 is designed for paper use only. Use Tray 1 to print envelopes, adhesive labels, transparencies, cardstock, or custom sized media.

Tray 2 hints

∙ To adjust Tray 2 for other paper sizes,

see page 3-6.

∙ For letterhead orientation in Tray 2,

see page 3-11.

∙ For paper and other media

specifications, see Appendix B.

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Printer Setup 1-7

Step 6. Attach Printer Cables

The HP LaserJet 6P/6MP Printer supports three different interfaces that require cable connections:

∙LocalTalk port (A) for Macintosh computers and LocalTalk networks

∙Large B-type Parallel Port (B)

∙Small C-type Parallel Port (C)

Figure 1-4

	Printer interface connections
	The printer also supports wireless connection with the infrared port.
N o t e
	(See page 3-16 for instructions on how to print with the infrared port.)

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Choosing a Printer Connection

The following descriptions will help you choose the correct connection to use between the computer and printer.

N o t e	No printer cables are included in the package contents. See ordering
	information starting on page 2-20 for HP recommended printer cables.

Large Parallel Port (B on preceding page)

Use this port when:

∙Connecting to an IBM, or IBM-compatible, computer.

∙Your parallel cable has a standard length (up to three meters) with a B-type (large) end.

See page 1-10 for installation instructions.

Small Parallel Port (C on preceding page)

Use this port when:

∙Connecting to an IBM, or IBM-compatible, computer.

∙Your parallel cable is longer than three meters (up to ten meters) with a C-type (small) end.

See page 1-10 for installation instructions.

LocalTalk Port (A on preceding page)

Use this port when:

∙Connecting to a Macintosh, or Macintosh-compatible, computer. See page 1-11 for installation instructions.

∙Connecting to a LocalTalk network. See Appendix C for installation instructions.

Infrared Port

Use this port when:

∙Printing from an IrDA-compliant device, such as a laptop or notebook computer. For more information on infrared printing, see page 3-16.

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Attaching a Parallel Printer Cable

To ensure reliability use an IEEE-1284 compliant parallel cable (these cables are clearly marked with “IEEE-1284”). Only IEEE-1284 cables support all of the printer’s advanced functions.

C a u t i o n

Make sure power is off.

1 Locate the interface cable door (A) at the back of the printer. Pull the door out using the finger tab for leverage.

2 If using a parallel cable with a large B-type end, connect the cable into port (B). Snap the wire clips in place to secure the cable to the printer.

If using a parallel cable with a small C-type end, connect the cable into port (C).

The cables should install easily. If installation is difficult, check the cable orientation.

3 Replace the interface cable door while allowing the cable to feed through its appropriate hole.

4 Connect the other end of the cable to the proper connector on the computer.

Go to Step 7. Attach the Power Cord, on page 1-12.

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Attaching a Macintosh Printer Cable

You can directly connect the printer to a Macintosh (or Macintosh-compatible) computer using either a LocalTalk or Macintosh serial cable.

N o t e

To connect the printer to a LocalTalk

Network, see Appendix C.

C a u t i o n

Make sure power is off.

1 Locate the interface cable door (A) at the back of the printer.

2 Pull the door out using the finger tab for leverage.

3 Plug the cable into the printer’s LocalTalk port. If the cable does not slip on easily, make sure the pin orientation matches the illustration.

4 Replace the interface cable door while allowing the cable to feed through the top hole.

5 Connect the other end of the cable to the proper connector on the computer.

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Step 7. Attach the Power Cord

1 Locate the power On/Off button on the right side of the printer. Make sure the power is not On (button should be in the out position).

2 Open the power cord door at the back/right corner of the printer using the finger tab for leverage.

3 Connect the power cord securely to the printer. Close the power cord door, while allowing the power cord to feed through the hole in the door. Connect the other end of the power cord to a grounded power strip or a power outlet.

4 Switch the printer on by pressing the On/Off button.

N o t e

Before printing you must install printer software. Go to Step 8. Install Printer Software on the following page.

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Step 8. Install Printer Software

The printer is packaged with the software you need to take full advantage of the printer’s features in Windows environments. The HP LaserJet 6MP also comes with software you need to use the PostScript language in both Macintosh and Windows environments.

You must install printing software before you can use this printer with your software applications. (Please review the “HP Software Product License” on page 6-7.)

The following descriptions will help you determine the correct software to install.

Windows Printing System

Install this software when using Windows 3.1, Windows 3.11 for Workgroups, or Windows 95 operating system on your IBM or IBM-compatible computer.

∙See page 1-14 for installation instructions.

∙See page 2-15 for descriptions of the Windows Printing System components.

DOS Remote Control Panel

Install this software if you will be printing from DOS-based software applications.

∙See page 1-17 for installation instructions.

∙See page 2-18 for a description of the DOS Remote Control Panel.

Macintosh Printing Software

Install this software when using the printer with a Macintosh or Macintosh-compatible computer.

∙See page 1-18 for installation instructions.

∙See page 2-19 for descriptions of the Macintosh Printing Software components.

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Installing the Windows Printing Software

The installation program for the Windows Printing System will install all of the components needed for printing in a Windows environment. See page 2-15 for descriptions of the Windows Printing System components.

Locate either the CD ROM or the diskette and insert into the appropriate drive:

For Windows 3.1 and Windows 3.11 for Workgroups

CD ROM Installation Instructions

1Close all running applications.

2In the Windows Program Manager screen, click the File menu.

3Click Run.

4Type D:\DISK1\SETUP (or the appropriate drive directory letter) in the command line box and click OK.

5Follow the instructions on the screen.

The printer setup is complete!

Diskette Installation Instructions

1Close all running applications.

2In the Main Menu, click Control Panel.

3Click Printer icon.

4Click Add Printer.

5Click Install Unlisted.

6Click Install.

7Type A:\SETUP (or the appropriate drive directory letter) in the command line box and click OK.

8Follow the instructions on the screen.

N o t e	For additional Windows software not available on the diskette(s) see
	page 1-16.
	The printer setup is complete!

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For Windows 95

CD ROM Installation Instructions

1Close all running applications.

2Click Start.

3Click Run.

4Type D:\SETUP (or the appropriate drive directory letter) in the command line box and click OK.

5Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

The printer setup is complete!

Diskette Installation Instructions

1Close all running applications.

2Click Start.

3Click Settings.

4Click Printers.

5Double click Add Printer.

6Click Next.

7Click Have Disk.

8Type A:\SETUP (or the appropriate drive directory letter) in the command line box and click OK.

9Follow instructions on the screen.

N o t e	For additional Windows software not available on the diskette(s) see
	page 1-16.
	The printer setup is complete!

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Note to Windows users installing from diskettes

All of the necessary printer drivers are provided on the software diskette. However, additional Windows software is also available for the HP LaserJet 6P/6MP printer. See the instructions below on how to obtain the additional software:

∙If you can get access to a CD ROM drive, make a set of software installation disks with the full set of available software. You will need six blank disks.

For Windows 3.1 and Windows 3.11 for Workgroups

1.Insert the CD into the CD ROM drive.

2.Click File.

3.Click Run.

4.Type D:\MAKEDISK\MAKEDISK.EXE (or the appropriate drive directory letter) in the command line box and click OK.

5.Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

For Windows 95

1.Insert the CD into the CD ROM drive.

2.Click Start.

3.Click Run.

4.Type D:\MAKEDISK\MAKEDISK.EXE (or the appropriate drive directory letter) in the command line box and click OK.

5.Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

∙Download the full software solution from the HP software homepage on the internet: http://www.software.hp.com.

∙Call the HP Driver Distribution Center at [phone] to receive a full set of software installation disks through the mail.

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	Installing the DOS Printing Software
	The DOS printing software consists of the Remote Control Panel (RCP).
	The RCP enables you to change printer settings if the DOS software
	application does not support the printer feature you want to use. See
	page 2-18 for RCP instructions.
	Each DOS software application also requires a separate printer driver.
	Please contact your DOS application vendor to obtain a printer driver.
	If you are waiting to receive a driver for the HP LaserJet 6P/6MP
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	printer, you can substitute a printer driver from another HP LaserJet
	Printer (use the latest version available). These substitute drivers allow
	you to use the HP LaserJet 6P/6MP printer but may not support all of
	the printer’s features.
	To install the DOS Remote Control Panel:
	CD ROM Installation Instructions

1Insert the CD into the CD ROM drive:

2At the DOS prompt, type D: (this assumes that the CD ROM drive is D) and press [Enter] on the computer keyboard .

3At the D:> type INSTALL and press [Enter].

4Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

The printer setup is complete!

Diskette Installation Instructions

1Insert the diskette into the disk drive.

2At the DOS prompt, type A: (this assumes that the disk drive is A) and press [Enter] on the computer keyboard .

3At the A:> type INSTALL and press [Enter].

4Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

The printer setup is complete!

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Installing the Macintosh Printing Software

The installation program for the Macintosh Printing Software will install all of the components needed for printing in a Macintosh environment. See page 2-19 for descriptions of the Macintosh Printing Software components.

1Close all running applications.

2Insert the CD or diskette into the appropriate drive.

3Double-click the HP logo icon that appears on the desktop.

4Double-click the Installer icon and follow the instructions on the screen.

N o t e	The remaining installation instructions are based on whether or not
	QuickDraw GX is installed on the Macintosh computer. If QuickDraw GX
	is installed, skip to page 1-19. If you do not know if QuickDraw GX is
	installed, follow the directions for the non-GX environment.

Completing Macintosh Installation in a Non-GX Environment (most Macintosh users)

1Make sure the printer is turned on and the ready (front) light is on.

2Open the Chooser from the Apple menu.

3Click the HP LaserJet icon.

4If you are on a network with multiple zones, select the zone in the AppleTalk Zones box where the printer is located. If this is unknown, ask your network administrator.

5Click on the HP LaserJet 6MP printer in the Select an HP LaserJet Printer box.

6Click Setup.

7Choose a Background Printing option. Select On if you want to work on the computer at the same time a job is being printed.

8Close the Chooser by clicking the go-away (close) box in the upper left corner.

The printer setup is complete!

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Completing Macintosh Installation in a GX Environment

1	Make sure the printer is turned on and the Ready (front) light is on.	1
2	Open the Chooser from the Apple menu.	Printer
3	Click the HP LaserJet 6MP GX icon.	Setup
4	If you are on a network with multiple zones, select the zone in the
	AppleTalk Zones box where the printer is located. If this is unknown,
	ask the network administrator.
5	Click on the HP LaserJet 6MP printer in the list:box.
6	Click Create.
7	Close the Chooser by clicking the go-away box in the upper left corner.
8	Click on the new Desktop Printer icon to select it. A new Printing menu
	is added to the Finder.
9	Choose Input Trays from the Printing menu.
10	Select the paper types loaded in the printer’s trays. If the tray is not
	loaded, select Unknown.
11	Click OK.
	The printer setup is complete!

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Printer Basics

Getting to Know the Printer

This Chapter provides information in the following areas:

∙	Printer features	Page 2-2
∙ Top and front status panels		Page 2-4
∙	Button usage	Page 2-5
∙	Light patterns	Page 2-6
	Top panel status	Page 2-6
∙	Front panel status	Page 2-7
	Printer test pages	Page 2-8
	Example of a self test page	Page 2-10
∙	Example of a PostScript configuration page	Page 2-12
	Printer software	Page 2-14
	Windows Printing system components	Page 2-15
	DOS Remote Control Panel	Page 2-18
	Macintosh printing software components	Page 2-19
∙ Accessories and ordering information		Page 2-20

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