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Epson PICTUREMATE PM 225 Basics Manual

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  • Page 1 Basics...
  • Page 2 Getting to Know PictureMate Paper support (load photo paper here) Edge guides Screen Memory card light Memory card slots Output tray (catches printed photos) EXT. I/F port for external devices USB port for computer Handle Power inlet Optional battery cover Cartridge release lever Photo cartridge...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome! ............... . . 2 Prepare to Print .

  • Page 4: Welcome

    Welcome! PictureMate Charm is your easy-to-use, personal photo lab. Just insert a digital camera memory card and you’re ready to print brilliant, long-lasting photos. Because PictureMate ® is light and portable, you can print whenever and wherever you take pictures. Plus, your PictureMate prints will be as brilliant and vibrant generations from now as they are today.
  • Page 5 User’s Guide for detailed information.) If you have a Bluetooth ® -enabled PDA, cell phone, or computer, you can send photos wirelessly to PictureMate for printing using the optional Epson ® Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter. (See your online User’s Guide for detailed information.)

  • Page 6: Supported Photo Formats

    (100 sheets) and photo cartridge You can also buy a Print Pack and other PictureMate accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
  • Page 7 PictureMate Buttons Turn PictureMate on or off Display optional settings menu Stop printing Change the number or cancel of photos displayed settings Move through photos and menu options Start printing...

  • Page 8: Prepare To Print

    Prepare to Print Before you print with PictureMate, you need to: ● Insert your memory card (below) ● Load paper (see page 6) When you finish printing, you can remove your memory card (see page 8). Inserting Your Memory Card Move the handle to the back.
  • Page 9 Press the On button to turn on PictureMate. Insert the memory card into the correct slot, as shown on the right. Insert just one card at a time. Note: PictureMate can’t read multiple cards at once. Push the card in carefully until it stops (it won’t go in all the way).

  • Page 10: Loading Paper

    Removing Your Memory Card When you are ready to remove a memory card, first make sure the memory card light is not flashing. Caution: Do not remove a card while the memory card light is flashing; you may lose photos on your card. Top slot: Push in the card and release it, then pull it straight out of the slot.
  • Page 11 Slide the edge guides outward. Create a stack of up to 20 sheets of paper and separate the sheets slightly by fanning them. Place your paper into the slot between the edge guides with the glossy or whiter side up. Slide the edge guides inward slightly.

  • Page 12: Choose Photos And Print

    Choose Photos and Print After you insert your camera’s memory card, PictureMate displays your photos on the photo viewer screen (shown at right). Note: You can adjust the angle of the photo viewer screen by raising or lowering the top of the screen. Be sure to lower the screen before closing the printer lid.
  • Page 13 Note: If your memory card has more than 1000 photos, PictureMate divides them into groups of 999. You can select the group you want to view and print. See the online User’s Guide for more information. Press the Display button to switch between one photo displayed with or without text, one photo with a “filmstrip”...

  • Page 14: Printing All Photos

    The preview screen shows the layout, number of sheets, and other settings you have chosen, for example: Automatic fix icon Note: For more information about print settings, see page 16. Press l or r to review your selected photos. If you change your mind, press the Make sure you have enough paper loaded, then press...

  • Page 15: Printing Photos By Date

    If you want to change the layout or edit your photos, press Menu. See page 16 for instructions. Make sure you have enough paper loaded, then press Print to start printing. Note: If you are printing more than 20 photos, you will need to reload paper while printing.
  • Page 16 Printing Camera-Selected DPOF Photos If your camera supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), you can use it to pre-select which photos and how many copies you want to print. See your camera’s manual to choose photos for printing with DPOF, then insert your memory card in PictureMate.
  • Page 17 Storing and Displaying Your PictureMate Photos Photos printed on PictureMate photo paper are beautiful and long-lasting. Follow these guidelines to make sure they will look great for generations. Caring for Your Photos ● To avoid scratches or smudging, do not rub the printed side of the photo.

  • Page 18: Do More With Your Photos

    Do More With Your Photos By pressing the Menu button, you can: ● Choose from a variety of layouts (see page 17) ● Print a proof sheet (see page 18) ● Remove red eyes from your photos (see page 18) ●...

  • Page 19: Choosing A Layout

    Choosing a Layout By default, your photos are printed at the full 4 × 6 size, without borders. If you want to print pictures with white borders or place several small photos on one sheet of paper, you can use the Layout menu to change the layout.

  • Page 20: Printing A Proof Sheet

    Printing a Proof Sheet You can print small thumbnail images of all the photos on your memory card, 20 images per page. After inserting a card, press Press l or r to highlight Utility, then press OK. Press l or r to highlight Print Proof Sheet, then press OK.
  • Page 21 Note: These settings affect only your printed pictures. They do not change your original image files. After inserting a card, press Press l or r to highlight Basic Print Settings, then press OK. Press l or r to highlight Enhance, then press OK. Press l or r to select one of the following options: ●...
  • Page 22 Adjusting Borderless Expansion When you print borderless pictures, your images are automatically expanded and cropped. If your pictures are cut off around the edges, you can adjust the amount of expansion and cropping. Press Menu. Press l or r to highlight Setup, then press OK. Press l or r to highlight Advanced Settings, then press OK.
  • Page 23 Press l or r to select B & W or Sepia, then press OK. You can see the effect on your photo. Adding Camera Text If your camera allows you to add text to your photos, you can print the pictures along with the text. This setting is available for borderless photos only.

  • Page 24: Print From An External Device

    Print From an External Device PictureMate can print photos stored on a: ● PictBridge-enabled digital camera (this page) ● Bluetooth-enabled device (requires an optional Bluetooth Photo Print adapter; see the online User’s Guide for information). Printing From a Digital Camera You can connect a digital camera that supports PictBridge printing to PictureMate and use the camera to control printing.

  • Page 25: Print From A Computer

    You can even copy files from your computer to the memory card. See your online User’s Guide for instructions. Periodically, it’s a good idea to check Epson’s support website at epson.com/support for free updates to your PictureMate printer software. Download instructions are posted for your convenience.
  • Page 26 Note: If you see a Found New Hardware screen, click Cancel and disconnect PictureMate from your computer. Insert the PictureMate CD. With Windows Vista, if you see the AutoPlay window, click the option Run SETUP.exe. When you see the User Account Control screen, click Continue.
  • Page 27 After a moment, you see this screen: Connect the USB cable to any open USB port on your computer. Then connect the other end to the USB port on the back of PictureMate. Your PictureMate software is installed. Note: If you see a screen like this one, remove your memory card and click the X in the corner to close it.
  • Page 28 Press the On button to turn on PictureMate. Insert the PictureMate CD. Double-click the Epson icon. When you see this screen, click Install. Read the license agreement and click Accept. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the...
  • Page 29 After a few minutes, you see this screen: Connect the USB cable to any open USB port on your Macintosh. Then connect the other end to USB port on the back of PictureMate. If you’re using Mac OS X 10.5.x, skip to step 10. If you’re using Mac OS X 10.3.9 or 10.4.11, continue with the next step.

  • Page 30: Replace Print Pack

    (100 sheets) and photo cartridge You can also buy a Print Pack and other PictureMate accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).

  • Page 31: Replacing The Photo Cartridge

    Replacing the Photo Cartridge Make sure you have a new PictureMate Print Pack before you remove the old photo cartridge. Once you remove the cartridge, you must install the new one right away. Caution: Before you replace the cartridge, read the “Photo Cartridge Safety Instructions”...
  • Page 32 Caution: Do not attempt to refill the photo cartridge. This could result in ink spills or other damage to PictureMate not covered by Epson’s warranty. Remove the new photo cartridge from its package. Don’t touch the green chip on the side Caution: Don’t touch the small green circuit board.
  • Page 33 Caution: If the cartridge is not inserted correctly, PictureMate will not be able to print. Close the cartridge door all the way. Checking Photo Cartridge Status You can check the status of your Print Pack at any time. Press Menu. Press l or r to highlight Maintenance, then press Highlight view the photo cartridge status and press OK.

  • Page 34: Take Picturemate With You

    Tip: You can order an optional PictureMate Carrying Case (part number PMBAG06) or rechargeable battery (part number C12C831082) from Epson. See page 46 for details. Packing Your PictureMate If PictureMate is going to travel a longer distance, pack it carefully to help protect it from getting damaged.

  • Page 35: Using The Optional Battery

    Using the Optional Battery To buy the optional battery, check with your PictureMate retailer or go to www.MyPictureMate.com. See page 46 for more information on purchasing PictureMate supplies and accessories. With a fully charged battery, you can print about 100 photos.

  • Page 36: Set Picturemate Preferences

    Set PictureMate Preferences You can change the way PictureMate works by using the Setup menu. You can set the following preferences: ● Turn the print preview screen off or on (on the right) ● Turn on a screensaver that will appear after 3 minutes of inactivity (see page 35) ●...

  • Page 37: Returning To Default Settings

    Press l or r to highlight Display Settings, then press OK. Press l or r to highlight Print Preview, then press Press l or r to choose Off or On, then press OK. Turning the Screensaver On or Off You can have PictureMate display a screensaver or slideshow of your photos after 3 minutes of inactivity.
  • Page 38 Press l or r to highlight Restore Defaults, then press OK. You see this message: Press l or r to select Yes or No, then press OK. Press OK to exit.

  • Page 39: Printer Care And Troubleshooting

    Printer Care and Troubleshooting If you have problems with your PictureMate, or you want to improve print quality, read these sections: ● Cleaning the print head (on the right) ● Aligning the print head (on page 39) ● Cleaning Inside PictureMate (on page 40) ●...
  • Page 40 You see a confirmation screen: Select Yes, then press OK to clean the print head. Cleaning takes about 60 seconds. PictureMate makes some noise and you see an Auto Cleaning message. When cleaning is complete, PictureMate prompts you to load paper and print a nozzle check pattern.

  • Page 41: Aligning The Print Head

    ● If the pattern is OK, select Yes and press OK to finish. ● If the pattern has gaps or missing lines, select No and press OK to clean the print head again. You may need to clean it two times before the nozzles are clean.
  • Page 42 You see the Head Alignment screen: Look at the printed squares to determine which one is the most even, with no streaks or white lines. (You may need to use a magnifying glass.) Press l or r to select the number for the best square (1 to 9) in set #1.
  • Page 43 Cleaning Outside PictureMate To keep PictureMate working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Follow these steps: Turn off PictureMate, unplug the power cable, and disconnect the power adapter and any USB cable or device. Remove all paper, then use a soft brush to clean any dust or dirt from the paper feeder and output tray.
  • Page 44 PictureMate makes an unexpected noise after you install a photo cartridge. The first time you install the photo cartridge, PictureMate charges its print head for about three and a half minutes. Wait until charging finishes before you turn it off, or it may charge improperly and use more ink the next time you turn it on.

  • Page 45: Print Quality Problems

    Printing is too slow. ● It takes a few moments for PictureMate to process your images before printing them. ● If PictureMate is in a hot or sunny location, move it to a cooler place and try printing again. For faster printing, try these tips: ●...

  • Page 46: Problems With Paper Feeding

    ● You may need to clean inside PictureMate. See page 40. ● Make sure your paper isn’t damp or curled, or loaded face down (load it glossy or whiter side up). If it’s damp or curled, load a new stack of paper.

  • Page 47: Miscellaneous Printout Problems

    Make sure your paper is beneath the arrow on the edge guides. ● Don’t load plain paper; this may damage PictureMate. ● Use only PictureMate photo paper or Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy or Semigloss. (See page 4.) ● Store paper flat to help prevent curling. Miscellaneous Printout Problems PictureMate prints blank pages.

  • Page 48: Where To Get Help

    You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions. Speak to a Support Representative Before you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready: ● Product name (PictureMate Charm or PM 225) ●...

  • Page 49: Notices

    Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your PictureMate, read the following safety instructions to make sure you use it safely and effectively (see the online User’s Guide for additional safety instructions). ● Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
  • Page 50 ● Avoid places subject to dust, shock, or vibration. ● Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient ventilation. ● Place the AC adapter near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged. ● Do not place or store the printer, the AC adapter, or the optional battery outdoors.
  • Page 51 WARNING: The cords included with this product contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. (This notice is provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal. Health & Safety Code §25249.5 and following.) Photo Cartridge Safety Instructions ●...
  • Page 52 Shipments to other locations will be made freight collect. You are responsible for securely packaging the defective unit and returning it to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the replacement. Epson requires a debit or a credit card number to secure the cost of the replacement printer in the event that you fail to return the defective one.
  • Page 53 Epson, e.g., dealer or user-added boards or components. Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to be properly...
  • Page 54 You can continue printing with paper from another PictureMate Print Pack or Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy in the 4 × 6 borderless size which is available from many resellers or Epsonstore.com. There are other photo papers available but most are not formulated to be fully compatible with the PictureMate Photo Cartridge.
  • Page 55 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: Epson America, Inc. Located at: MS: 3-13 3840 Kilroy Airport Way...
  • Page 56 Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers. Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be...
  • Page 57 Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation. A Note Concerning the Responsible Use of...

  • Page 58: Index

    Index Accessories, 4, 28, 32, 46 Adapter, memory card, 7 Aligning print head, 39, 40 Auto Cleaning, 37 to 39, 43 Auto shutoff, 11, 41 Banding, fixing, 37 to 39, 43 Battery, 33 Black-and-white printing, 20 Blank pages, 45 Blank screen, 11, 41 Blurry prints, 43 to 44 Border layout, 17...
  • Page 59 4, 28, 32, 46 technical support, 46 Exif Print, 19 Expansion, borderless, 20 External device port, 22 printing from, 22 Faint prints, 44 Gaps in image, 37 to 39, 44 Grainy prints, 43 Half-page photos, 17 Help control panel, 16 Epson, 46...
  • Page 60 Image, quality problems, 43 Incorrect colors, 44 margins, 20, 45 Ink, see Photo cartridge Instructions, control panel, 16 Internet support, 46 Jammed paper, 44 to 45 Layout problems, 45 settings, 17 Lever, cartridge, 29, 30 License agreement, 24 Lights memory card, 7 to 8 On, 41, 47 Lines in photos, fixing, 37 to 39, 43 Loading paper, 8, 45...
  • Page 61 On button, 23, 26, 32, 41, 47 On light, 41, 47 Output tray, 32 Paper buying, 4, 28 feeding problems, 44 to 45 jam, 44 to 45 loading, 8, 45 output tray, 32 storing, 15 support, 8, 32 Photo choosing, 10, 14 correction, 18 displaying, 15 DPOF, 14...
  • Page 62 Photo viewer screen adjusting angle, 10 blank, 11, 41 display options, 10 instructions on, 16 problems, 41 safety instructions, 50 using, 10, 40 PictBridge camera, 22 PIM (PRINT Image Matching), 19 Power battery, 33 problems, 41 saving, 11 turning off, 32, 47 turning on, 23, 26, 41 Power cable, 32 Preferences, setting, 34 to 36...
  • Page 63 Problems border or layout, 45 color, 44 memory card, 42 paper feeding, 44 to 45 paper jam, 44 to 45 photo viewer screen, 41 power, 41 print quality, 43 printing, 41 to 43 slow printing, 43 software installation, 43 Proof Sheet layout, 17 Quality problems, 43 Red-eye reduction, 18 Release lever, 30...
  • Page 64 Support, technical, 46 Technical support, 46 Troubleshooting, 37, 45 Turning printer on or off, 23, 26, 32, 41, 47 USB cable, 22, 23, 25, 27 User’s Guide, 4, 25 Wallet-size photos, 17 Warranty, 50 to 51 Where to get help, 46 Windows, installing software for, 23 to 26...
  • Page 65 PictureMate carrying case Epson You can also buy a Print Pack and other PictureMate accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
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