Keeps displaying wrong cartridge and wont print

Problem

Wrong cartridge; Left cartridge incorrect; Right cartridge incorrect; Left cartridge missing; Right cartridge missing; Error 1205; Error 1206; Cartridge error; Cartridge incorrect; Cartridge missing

Environment

Microsoft Windows XP; Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition; Microsoft Windows 2000; Microsoft Windows Vista

Solution

Explanation

An 'incorrect cartridge' or 'missing cartridge' error can be displayed if:

• The wrong cartridge is installed, or


• The cartridge is not installed properly, or


• The cartridge is missing.

What to do

X4850

http://support.lexmark.com/index?page=content&id=SO4738&segment=SUPPORTproductCode%3D&productCode=LEXMARK_X4875&locale=EN&userlocale=EN_US

Your faxes are probably stored in memory. They automatically print when the a) cartridge is installed properly full, b) fax has paper, c) there is no paper jam.

There also may be a "Print Hold" function activated.

1. Press <print hold> [RCV DATA PRINT] will display.
2. Press "Right Arrow" on the <start/memory> button.
3. Enter 4-digit Print Hold code.
4. Press <start/memory>. Printing will begin. If the wrong code is entered [WRONG CODE] will display. Go back to step 3 and start again. Once you've entered the wrong code 3 times, you will return to your standby display.

Hi, it might be the cartridges are not seated well in the carrier or just needs cleaning. Try this if it helps. Remove the cartridges from the printer. Close the cover. Unplug the printer from the power source for now. Grab a damp paper towel and place it on the table. Have one cartridge and set it on the towel with the nozzle facing down. Draw about 2-3 lines in one direction to wipe clean the nozzles. Do the same to the other cartridge. Plug the power for the printer. When printer's ready, load the cartridges back in. Let it print the alignment page. After printing, check if problem persists. Hope this resolves the problem. Good luck!

I have to ask this question of you, just to make sure this is not an issue. Are you using a factory new ink or toner cartridge?
Please consider the following:
If you are using a refilled or third party cartridges that may well be your problem. Most manufacturers build logic into their products to prevent the use of “Other Equipment Manufactured” cartridges as well as re-filled cartridges.
They do this to prevent problems from contaminated inks or toner causing problems with print quality or damaging the physical printhead or photo conductors.
If you are using factory new ink or toner cartridges, then please call the manufacturer’s Technical Support for assistance with the warranty on the cartridges
Don

Wrong cartridge refers to the printhead and not the inks. This machine, when the printhead goes bad gives that error. A new printhead is around $60.00 for that machine. QY6-0064-000.

If the cartridge icon is being displayed and the printer wont print it means either the cartridge is installed incorrectly or you are out of ink.

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HP Color LaserJet 2600n Printer - Installing Print Cartridges When a print cartridge approaches the end of useful life, the control panel displays a message recommending that to order a replacement. The printer can continue to print using the current print cartridge until the control panel displays a message instructing to replace the cartridge. The printer uses four colors and has a different print cartridge for each color: black (K), cyan (C), magenta (M), and yellow (Y). Replace a print cartridge when the printer control panel displays one of the following messages: Replace yellow cartridge, Replace magenta cartridge, Replace cyan cartridge, Replace black cartridge. The control panel display also indicates the color that should be replaced (unless a genuine HP cartridge is not currently installed). Change the print cartridge

1. Turn off the printer.
2. Open the front door. CAUTION: Do not place anything on the transfer belt (ETB), which is located on the inside of the front door.
3. Remove the used print cartridge from the printer.
4. Remove the new print cartridge from the bag. Place the used print cartridge in the bag for recycling.
5. Grasp both sides of the print cartridge by the blue handles and distribute the toner by gently rocking the print cartridge from front to back. CAUTION: Do not touch the shutter or the surface of the roller.
6. Remove the orange shipping locks and the orange shipping tape from the new print cartridge. Discard the shipping tape and shipping locks according to local regulations.
7. Align the print cartridge with the tracks inside the printer, and using the handles, insert the print cartridge until it is firmly seated.
8. Firmly close the front door.
9. Turn on the printer. After a short time, the control panel should display Ready.
   NOTE: If a cartridge is in the wrong slot or is the wrong type for the printer, the control panel will display one of the following messages: Incorrect yellow, Incorrect magenta, Incorrect cyan, Incorrect black.
10. Installation is complete. Place the used print cartridge in the box in which the new cartridge arrived. See the enclosed recycling guide for recycling instructions.
11. If a non-HP print cartridge is in the printer, check the printer control panel for further instructions.
    NOTE: When replacing or changing a black print cartridge, a cleaning page will automatically print. This helps prevent speckles on the front or back of printed documents. A cleaning page can also be generated using the control panel or the HP Toolbox.

Ive tried removing the right cartridge so I can print in black, but now , once I refilled the black one, it wont even let me print black!! this is desperate; can anyone help?

I went to the Canon website http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&tabact=SupportDetailTabAct&fcategoryid=238&modelid=9035 and typed "Wrong Cartridge" in the search portion for the MP730. It listed detailed instructions to remove all ink cartridges, raise the lever to the right on the carrier, and then remove / reseat the "carrier". After that I replaced all cartridges and printed the alignment page. All is working, now.

same problem here. bought new ink cartridges, still no difference. Just the "E"