Media Path – Paper motor direction test fail
Last updated: February 22, 2026
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HP DesignJet T2600 ps | system error: 0065-0006-0060 | dirty encoder strip, rough rail
Direction test for Media motor has failed
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Make sure that the media path is clear. Check Media motor, Analog encoder. Check Power left bundle cable and connection to Engine PCA. Run 06505 Check Media motor and sensor Service diagnostic. Replace Analog encoder. Replace Media motor.
Reference diagrams for common repair procedures related to this error:
Note: These diagrams are for reference only. Always consult official HP service documentation and follow proper ESD precautions.
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The motor responsible for feeding media through the printer in precise increments between each pass of the printhead carriage.
Optical or mechanical sensors that detect the presence, type, width, and position of print media loaded in the printer.
The motor that drives the carriage assembly horizontally across the platen. It's responsible for the precise left-right movement of the printheads during printing.
A set of printer settings optimized for a specific media type, including ink limits, drying time, number of passes, and color profile.
Paper with a special coating that improves ink adhesion, color vibrancy, and sharpness compared to uncoated (plain) paper.
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