Table of Contents
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Basic Operation Guide
Notices............................................................................................... 2
Introduction....................................................................................... 4
Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions ..................................... 5
Loading Paper .................................................................................. 7
Accessing Images to Print ............................................................... 9
Printing Photos ................................................................................ 11
Replacing Ink Cartridges ............................................................... 12
Maintenance and Transporting.................................................... 14
Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 17
Appendix......................................................................................... 21
Panel Icon List ................................................................................. 23
Printer Parts ........................................................................................... 5
Control Panel ........................................................................................ 6
Selecting Paper Type........................................................................... 7
Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder................................................... 7
Storing Your Printouts ........................................................................... 8
Inserting a Memory Card .................................................................... 9
Printing from a Digital Camera......................................................... 10
Printing several photos ...................................................................... 11
Printing all photos ............................................................................... 11
Printing an index sheet of photos..................................................... 11
Camera-selected DPOF photos....................................................... 11
Improving Print Quality ...................................................................... 14
Cleaning the Printer ........................................................................... 15
Transporting the Printer...................................................................... 16
Error Display List................................................................................... 17
Problems and Solutions...................................................................... 18
Customer Support .............................................................................. 20
Ink and Paper ..................................................................................... 21
Printer Specifications.......................................................................... 21
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Basic Operation Guide Notices... 2 Introduction... 4 Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions ... 5 Printer Parts ... 5 Control Panel ... 6 Loading Paper ... 7 Selecting Paper Type... 7 Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder... 7 Storing Your Printouts ... 8 Accessing Images to Print ... -
Page 2: Notices
Notices Safety Instructions Read all of the instructions in this section before using your printer. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. When setting up your printer ■ Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer. -
Page 3: Copyrights And Trademarks
Seiko Epson 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... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction After you have set up your printer as described on the Start Here sheet, refer to this book to: ■ Load paper ■ Print photos stored on a memory card ■ Print photos from a digital camera or an external storage device. -
Page 5: Printer Parts And Control Panel Functions
Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions Printer Parts paper support edge guide external device USB connector paper thickness lever output tray memory card light memory card slot sheet feeder printer cover output tray extension computer USB connector control panel Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions... -
Page 6: Control Panel
Paper type Press to select the paper type. Photo Paper: Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper, Epson Ultra Glossy Photo Paper Matte Paper: Epson Matte Paper-Heavyweight Plain Paper: plain paper, Epson Bright White Ink Jet Paper... -
Page 7: Loading Paper
Selecting Paper Type If you are just printing a rough draft of an photos, plain paper is fine. However, for the best results, you will want to use one of Epson’s special ink jet papers. For this paper Select this... -
Page 8: Storing Your Printouts
13 × 18 cm (5 × 7 in) Slide the edge guide against the left edge of the paper (but not too tightly). Note: Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected. Loading Paper Storing Your Printouts With proper care, photographs from your printer will last for many years. -
Page 9: Accessing Images To Print
❏ Use only one type of memory card at a time. Eject the loaded memory card before inserting another kind of memory card. ❏ Close the printer cover when the memory card is in operation to protect the memory card from static electricity. If you touch the memory card when it is inserted in the printer, it may cause the printer to malfunction. -
Page 10: Printing From A Digital Camera
❏ If your camera is not compatible with PictBridge or USB Direct Print, this icon appears on the LCD screen. Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of any cameras. ❏ Some of the settings on your digital camera may not be reflected in the output. -
Page 11: Printing Photos
See your camera's manual to choose photos for printing with DPOF, then insert your memory card in your printer. The printer automatically reads your pre-selected photos. Load paper and a memory card that contains DPOF data. -
Page 12: Replacing Ink Cartridges
Otherwise the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out. ❏ To ensure good results, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other products not manufactured by Epson may cause damage that is not covered by Epson's warranties, and under certain circumstances, may cause erratic printer behavior. - Page 13 Caution: The P On button continues to flash while the printer performs the ink charging operation. Never turn off the printer while this light is flashing. Doing so can result in incomplete charging of ink. Note:...
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Page 14: Maintenance And Transporting
You can align the print head either from the printer’s control panel or using your printer software. Note: For the best results, load A4 Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper in the printer whenever you check the print head alignment. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and A4 paper is loaded. -
Page 15: Cleaning The Printer
❏ Never use a hard or abrasive brush, or alcohol or thinner for cleaning; they can damage the printer components and case. ❏ Do not get water on the printer components and do not spray lubricants or oils inside the printer. -
Page 16: Transporting The Printer
Keep the printer level as you transport it. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and test your printer. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean the print head (see page 14); if output is misaligned, align the print head (see page 14). -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Turn the printer off and then back on. If the error does not clear, contact your local authorized service center or contact Epson for a referral. & page 20 Waste ink Contact your local authorized service saturated. center or contact Epson for a referral. -
Page 18: Problems And Solutions
If you have just replaced an ink cartridge, make sure that the date on the box has not expired. Also, if you have not used the printer for a long time, replace the ink cartridges with new cartridges. & See “Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 12 Your printout is blurry or smeared ■... -
Page 19: Paper Does Not Feed Correctly
Turn off the printer and unplug it immediately. Then, check the printer labels. Caution: If the voltage does not match, DO NOT PLUG YOUR PRINTER BACK IN. Contact your dealer. Print head carriage problem If the cartridge cover does not close or the print head... -
Page 20: Customer Support
Customer Support Technical Support Web Site Go to http://www.epson.com and select the Support section of your local EPSON web site for the latest drivers, FAQs, manuals and other downloadables. Epson's Technical Support Web Site provides help with problems that cannot be solved using the troubleshooting information in your printer documentation. -
Page 21: Appendix
Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be S041285, changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot attest to S041297 the quality of any non-Epson brand or type of paper. Always test S041706, samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing S041729, large jobs. -
Page 22: Ink Cartridge
-20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F) 1 month at 40°C (104°F) Caution: ❏ Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson ink cartridges. Epson warranties do not cover damage to your printer caused by the use of ink cartridges not manufactured by Epson. -
Page 23: Panel Icon List
Panel Icon List Printer errors and conditions are displayed with image icons and numerical codes. For details on solving the errors, see “Error Display List” on page 17. Error List Display Meaning Ink out. Install the ink cartridge. Paper out. Load paper. - Page 24 Information Display Display Meaning No memory card. Processing. PictBridge Camera connected. USB Direct Print Camera connected. Set the paper thickness lever to envelope position. Set the paper thickness lever to cut sheet position. PC connected. Printing. Printed in XXXXXX XX.XX-XX XXX Menu List Display Meaning...