Epson 790 Daily Use

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  • Page 1 Daily Use Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Daily Use Daily Use Daily Use Daily Use Where to Find Information ......2 Safety Instructions ......4 Important Safety Instructions .
  • Page 3: Where To Find Information

    This guide provides information on normal printer operation. It also contains troubleshooting tips. EPSON PhotoQuicker User’s Guide This guide provides basic information on EPSON PhotoQuicker utility to print your photo data. It also contains troubleshooting tips. Reference Guide included on the CD-ROM...
  • Page 4 CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers. Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of...
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet. Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care not to spill liquid on the printer.
  • Page 6: A Few Precautions

    The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer; the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. A Few Precautions Take note of the following when using the printer, handling the ink cartridges, or choosing a location for the printer.
  • Page 7: When Choosing A Place For The Printer

    Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time before use may result in reduced print quality. Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton.
  • Page 8: For United Kingdom Users

    For United Kingdom Users Use of options EPSON (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by EPSON (UK) Limited.
  • Page 9: Warnings, Cautions, And Notes

    When loading special media distributed by EPSON, read the instruction sheets packed with the media first and keep the following points in mind. For more details on using special media,...
  • Page 10: Loading Envelopes

    Make sure that the paper stack fits under the arrow mark located on the inside surface of the left edge guide. For more information on loading capacities for EPSON special media, see your online Reference Guide. About special media cleaning sheets Cleaning sheets packaged with EPSON special media should not be used with this printer.
  • Page 11: Printing With Windows

    Printing with Windows Printer Software Introduction The printer software which comes with your printer includes a printer driver and printer utilities. The printer driver lets you choose from a wide variety of settings to get the best results from your printer. The printer utilities help you check the printer and keep it in top operating condition.
  • Page 12: Making Changes To Printer Settings

    Making Changes to Printer Settings The printer driver features the following menus and settings. Main: Media Type, Ink, Mode, Print Preview Paper: Paper Size, Copies, Orientation, Printable Area Layout: Reduce/Enlarge, Multi-Page, Watermark The Mode settings on the Main menu are arranged to give you three levels of control over the printer driver: Automatic, PhotoEnhance and Custom.
  • Page 13: Printing With Macintosh

    Printing with Macintosh Printer Software Introduction The printer software which comes with your printer includes a printer driver and printer utilities. The printer driver lets you choose from a wide variety of settings to get the best results from your printer. The printer utilities help you check the printer and keep it in top condition.
  • Page 14: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    Caution: EPSON recommends the use of genuine EPSON ink cartridges. Other products not manufactured by EPSON may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSON's warranties. Do not refill the ink cartridges. The printer calculates the amount of ink remaining using an IC chip on the ink cartridge.
  • Page 15 Ink cartridge replacement position. The power light begins to flash, and the to flash or remains on. To discover which cartridge requires replacing, refer to the table below, or check EPSON Status Monitor 3 (for Windows) or EPSON StatusMonitor (for Macintosh).
  • Page 16 Caution: You must remove the yellow tape seal from the cartridge before installing it; otherwise, the cartridge will become unusable and you will be unable to print. Do not remove the tape seal from the bottom of the cartridge; otherwise, ink will leak. Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge;...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    If you encounter a problem, access the Problem Solver or Technical Support Web Site in one of the following ways: From the Windows Start menu. Click Start, point to Programs and then to Epson, then click Technical Support. From Status Monitor 3 Click Technical Support in the Status Monitor 3 dialog box.
  • Page 18: Operating System

    EPUSBx: (EPSON Stylus PHOTO 790) is displayed in the Print to the following port list box. For Windows 2000 users, click the Ports tab and make sure that USBxxx, EPSON Stylus PHOTO 790 is displayed in the Print to the following port(s) list box.
  • Page 19 If your drivers are correctly installed, EPSON USB Printer Devices should appear on the Device Manager menu. If EPSON USB Printer Devices does not appear on the Device Manager menu, click the plus (+) sign beside Other devices to view the installed devices.
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    6. Turn off the printer and restart your PC. Then, reinstall the drivers from the beginning, following the instructions in the Setup Guide. Maintenance To keep your printer is good working condition, use the following utilities included in your printer software. To determine which utility to use, locate your problem in the list, then try the solutions recommended for that problem.
  • Page 21 Utility Head Cleaning Print Head Alignment Problem and Solution The print head Make sure that the printer is nozzle are clogged. on and the off. For Windows users, access the printer software and click the Utility tab, then click the Head Cleaning button.
  • Page 22: Options And Consumable Products

    The following options and consumable products are available for your printer. Options EPSON supplies the following interface cables for your printer. However, you can use any interface cables that meet these specifications. See your computer manual for any additional requirements.
  • Page 23: Consumable Products

    Consumable products The following ink cartridges and EPSON special media are available for your printer. Ink cartridges You can use the following cartridges with your printer. Ink Cartridge Type Black ink cartridge Color ink cartridge Note: The product numbers of ink cartridges may vary by location.
  • Page 24 EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (A4) EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (Letter) EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper (A4) EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper (Letter) S041153 Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (A4)
  • Page 25 EPSON Panoramic Photo Paper (210 EPSON Photo Paper Cards (A4) EPSON Photo Paper (4 Photo Quality Glossy Film EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (A4) EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (Letter) EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (A6) EPSON Photo Stickers 16 (A6)

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