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  • Page 1 ® Artisan 1430 User's Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Artisan 1430 User's Guide .......................... 9 Product Basics ............................10 Printer Parts Locations ........................10 Printer Parts - Top ......................... 10 Printer Parts - Back........................11 Printer Parts - Inside ........................12 Printer Parts - Control Panel Buttons and Lights ................13 The Power Off Timer ..........................
  • Page 4 Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens ............40 Changing Automatic Update Options .................... 42 Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7..................43 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7............. 43 Print Quality Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 ..............47 Print Options - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 ..................
  • Page 5 Checking Cartridge Status Lights ....................82 Checking Cartridge Status with Windows..................82 Checking Cartridge Status with Mac OS X ..................85 Purchase EPSON Ink Cartridges ....................... 86 Ink Cartridge Part Numbers ......................86 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges....................87 Adjusting Print Quality..........................93 Print Head Maintenance........................
  • Page 6 Solving Problems ............................ 110 Checking for Software Updates......................110 Printer Light Status........................... 110 Running a Printer Check ........................113 Solving Setup Problems ........................114 Noise After Ink Installation ......................114 Software Installation Problems ....................115 Solving Network Problems ....................... 115 Product Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point ..........
  • Page 7 Notices ..............................144 FCC Compliance Statement......................144 Software Notices ..........................145 Trademarks ............................149 Copyright Notice..........................150 A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials........... 151 Default Delay Times for Power Management for EPSON Products ..........151 Copyright Attribution ........................151...

  • Page 9: Artisan 1430 User's Guide

    Artisan 1430 User's Guide Welcome to the Artisan 1430 User's Guide.

  • Page 10: Product Basics

    Product Basics See these sections to learn about the basic features of your product. Printer Parts Locations The Power Off Timer Printer Parts Locations See these sections to identify the parts on your printer. Printer Parts - Top Printer Parts - Back Printer Parts - Inside Printer Parts - Control Panel Buttons and Lights Parent topic:...

  • Page 11: Printer Parts - Back

    Paper support Sheet feeder Printer cover CD/DVD feed tray Output tray USB Type A port for external devices Edge guides Parent topic: Printer Parts Locations Printer Parts - Back AC inlet USB port for computer connection Parent topic: Printer Parts Locations...

  • Page 12: Printer Parts - Inside

    Printer Parts - Inside Ink cartridge lights Ink cartridge cover Ink cartridge holder (do not remove) Print head Control panel Parent topic: Printer Parts Locations...

  • Page 13: Printer Parts - Control Panel Buttons And Lights

    Printer Parts - Control Panel Buttons and Lights The WiFi light power light power button The Wi-Fi button network status button paper/cancel button and light ink button and light Parent topic: Printer Parts Locations Related references Printer Light Status The Power Off Timer The product turns off automatically if it is not used for a period of time after it enters sleep mode.

  • Page 14: Changing The Power Off Timer Setting - Windows

    Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - Windows You can use the printer software to change the time period before the product turns off automatically. 1. Right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar and select Printer Settings. 2. Click the Maintenance tab. 3.
  • Page 15 1. Do one of the following: • Mac OS X 10.6/10.7: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax or Print & Scan, select your product, and select Options & Supplies. Select Utility and select Open Printer Utility.

  • Page 16: Loading Paper

    Before you print, load paper for the type of printing you will do. Loading Paper Loading Envelopes Paper Loading Capacity Available EPSON Papers Borderless Paper Type Compatibility Paper or Media Type Settings Loading Paper You can print on a variety of paper types and sizes.
  • Page 17 2. Open the output tray and pull out the extensions. 3. Slide the edge guide left.
  • Page 18 4. Insert paper, glossy or printable side up and short edge first, against the right side and behind the tab. Then, slide the edge guide against the paper, but not too tightly. If you are inserting a stack of paper, fan the sheets first and tap the stack on a flat surface to even the edges. Note: During printing the left edge guide automatically moves 0.12 inch (3 mm) to the left.

  • Page 19: Loading Envelopes

    Parent topic: Loading Paper Related references Paper Loading Capacity Loading Envelopes You can print on plain paper envelopes in this size: No. 10 (4.1 × 9.5 inches [105 × 241 mm]). 1. Open the paper support and pull up the extensions.
  • Page 20 2. Open the output tray and pull out the extensions. 3. Slide the edge guide left.

  • Page 21: Paper Loading Capacity

    4. Load up to 10 envelopes against the right side, printable side up, and flap edge left. Then, slide the edge guide against the envelopes, but not too tightly. Always follow these envelope loading guidelines: • If you have trouble loading a stack of envelopes, press each envelope flat before loading it or load one envelope at a time.

  • Page 22: Available Epson Papers

    ** For two-sided printing, load up to 80 sheets. Parent topic: Loading Paper Available EPSON Papers You can purchase genuine EPSON ink and paper at EPSON Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an EPSON authorized reseller.
  • Page 23 Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count EPSON Photo Paper Glossy 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S041809 S042038 Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041141 [216 × 279 mm]) S041649 S041271 11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 S041156 13 ×...
  • Page 24 Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count EPSON Ultra Premium Photo 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S042181 Paper Glossy S042174 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) S041945 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) S041946 Letter (8.5 ×...

  • Page 25: Borderless Paper Type Compatibility

    [216 × 279 mm]) EPSON Photo Quality Self- A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches S041106 adhesive Sheets [210 × 297 mm]) EPSON Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041153 paper [216 × 279 mm]) Parent topic: Loading Paper...

  • Page 26: Paper Or Media Type Settings

    • EPSON Premium Photo Paper Glossy • EPSON Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy • EPSON Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss • EPSON Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster • EPSON Premium Presentation Paper Matte • EPSON Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Borderless Paper Sizes •...
  • Page 27 EPSON Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Paper Matte EPSON Premium Presentation Paper Matte Premium Presentation Paper Matte EPSON Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided EPSON Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double- sided EPSON Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Ultra Premium Presentation Matte Envelopes Envelope...

  • Page 28: Printing From A Computer

    Before printing documents or photos from your computer, make sure you have set up your product and installed its software as described on the Start Here sheet. Note: It is a good idea to check for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. Printing with Windows Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7...
  • Page 29 3. If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use. Note: You may also need to select Properties or Preferences to view your print settings. You see the Main tab of your printer settings window: 4. If necessary, select Sheet for the Source setting. 5.

  • Page 30: Basic Print Options - Windows

    Note: If you are printing an envelope, select Landscape. 10. Select any of the available print options. Note: If you need to access the Epson product support website, click the Online Support button. Basic Print Options - Windows Parent topic:...

  • Page 31: Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows

    Fix Photo Improves the color, contrast, and sharpness of flawed photos. Note: Fix Photo uses a sophisticated face recognition technology to optimize photos that include faces. For this to work, both eyes and the nose must be visible in the subject's face. If your photo includes a face with an intentional color cast, such as a statue, you may want to turn off Fix Photo to retain the special color effects.
  • Page 32 2. Select the Paper & Quality Options settings for your printout: • Make sure Sheet is selected. • Select the type of paper you loaded. Note: Check the paper type settings list for details. • Select the print quality setting you want to use. Note: Check the print quality setting list for details.

  • Page 33: Advanced Print Quality Settings - Windows

    • Select Borderless to print a borderless photo, or Borders to print a document or a photo with borders. Note: You must select a compatible borderless paper type and size to print borderlessly. Check the borderless paper compatibility list for details. 3.

  • Page 34: Color Management Options - Windows

    Fix Red-Eye Reduces or removes red-eye in photos. High Speed Speeds up printing, but may reduce print quality. Edge Smoothing Smooths jagged edges in low-resolution images such as screen captures or images from the Web. Print Preview Displays a preview of your printout before printing. Black/Grayscale Prints text and graphics in black or shades of gray.
  • Page 35 • To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge Document checkbox and select sizing options. • To print on both sides of your paper, select the 2-sided printing options. • To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, or print one image on multiple sheets of paper, select the Multi-Page checkbox and select the options you want.

  • Page 36: Selecting A Printing Preset - Windows

    Note: If you select the Min option for the Expansion setting, you may see white borders on your printed photo. • To print the borderless image at its actual size without scaling, select Retain Size as the Enlargement Method setting. •...

  • Page 37: Printing Your Document Or Photo - Windows

    2. Place your cursor over a Printing Presets option to view its list of settings. 3. Use any of the available options on the screen to control your printing presets. 4. To choose an option for printing, select it. 5. Click OK. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows...

  • Page 38: Checking Print Status - Windows

    2. Click OK or Print to start printing. Checking Print Status - Windows Parent topic: Printing with Windows Checking Print Status - Windows During printing, you see this window showing the progress of your print job. It allows you to control printing and check ink cartridge status.

  • Page 39: Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows

    • To cancel printing, click Stop. • To see print jobs lined up for printing, click Print Queue. • To check ink status, click Check Ink Levels. Parent topic: Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows When you change your print settings in a program, the changes apply only while you are printing in that program session.

  • Page 40: Changing The Language Of The Printer Software Screens

    3. Select the print settings you want to use as defaults in all your Windows programs. 4. Click OK. These settings are now the defaults selected for printing. You can still change them as needed for printing in any program session. Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens Parent topic: Printing with Windows...
  • Page 41 You see the printer settings window. 3. Click the Maintenance tab. You see the maintenance options: 4. Select the language you want to use as the Language setting. 5. Click OK to close the printer software window. The printer software screens appear in the language you selected the next time you access them. Parent topic: Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows...

  • Page 42: Changing Automatic Update Options

    • To disable the automatic update feature, select the Never option. 4. Click Apply. 5. Click OK to exit. Note: If you choose to disable the automatic update feature, it's a good idea to periodically check for updates on Epson's support website.

  • Page 43: Printing With Mac Os X 10.5, 10.6, Or 10.7

    Parent topic: Printing with Windows Related tasks Checking for Software Updates Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7 You can print with your product using any Mac OS X printing program, as described in these sections. Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Managing Color - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7...
  • Page 44 You see the expanded printer settings window for your product: Note: The print window may look different, depending on the version of Mac OS X and the application you are using. 5. Select the Copies and Pages settings as necessary. Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before printing.
  • Page 45 7. Select any application-specific settings that appear on the screen, such as those shown in the image above for the Preview application. 8. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. You see these settings:...
  • Page 46 9. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting. Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type settings list for details. 10. Select the Print Quality setting you want to use. 11.

  • Page 47: Print Quality Settings - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7

    Print Quality Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 You can select any of the print quality settings to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen. Economy For fast printing with reduced quality.

  • Page 48: Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7

    Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before printing. They may be accessible by selecting Page Setup from the File menu. 1. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Paper Size setting. If you are printing a borderless photo, select a paper size with a Sheet Feeder - Borderless option.

  • Page 49: Managing Color - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7

    • To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, select the number of pages in the Pages per Sheet pop-up menu. To arrange the print order of the pages, select a Layout Direction setting. • To print borders around each page on the sheet, select a line setting from the Border pop-up menu. •...

  • Page 50: Color Matching And Color Options - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7

    Color Matching and Color Options - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 You can select from these settings on the Color Matching and Color Options menus. Color Matching Settings EPSON Color Controls Lets you manage color using controls in your printer software, or turn off color management. ColorSync Prints using standard color profiles for your product and paper to help match image colors.

  • Page 51: Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7

    Color Options Settings Manual Settings Lets you select manual color adjustments. Click the arrow next to Advanced Settings and select settings for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and individual color tones. You can also select a color Mode setting for printing photos and graphics. If you select the Adobe RGB color mode, you can also adjust the midtone density using the Gamma setting.

  • Page 52: Printing Preferences - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7

    4. Select any of the available printing preferences. 5. Click OK. Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7 Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 You can select from these settings on the Driver tab. Thick paper and envelopes Prevents ink from smearing when you print on envelopes or other thick paper.

  • Page 53: Checking Print Status - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7

    Checking Print Status - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7 Checking Print Status - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 During printing, you can view the progress of your print job, control printing, and check ink cartridge status.

  • Page 54: Printing With Mac Os X 10.4

    2. Select the following options as necessary: • To cancel printing, click the print job and click Delete. • To pause a print job, click the print job and click Hold. To resume a print job, click the print job marked "Hold"...

  • Page 55: Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac Os X 10.4

    Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Select the page setup settings for the document or photo you want to print. 1. Open a photo or document for printing. 2. Select the Page Setup command in your application. Note: You may need to select a print icon on your screen, the Page Setup option in the File menu, or another command.

  • Page 56: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Os X 10.4

    5. Select the orientation of your document or photo as shown in the page setup window. Note: If you are printing an envelope, select the icon. 6. To reduce or enlarge the size of the printed image, select a different Scale setting. 7.
  • Page 57 3. Select the Copies and Pages settings as necessary. Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before printing. In some applications, you may need to select Advanced before you can see these settings. 4.

  • Page 58: Print Quality Settings - Mac Os X 10.4

    Related references Paper or Media Type Settings Related tasks Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac OS X 10.4 Print Quality Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 You can select any of the print quality settings to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen.

  • Page 59: Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac Os X 10.4

    Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.4 You can select layout options for multi-page documents by selecting Layout from the pop-up menu on the print window. • To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, select the number of pages in the Pages per Sheet pop-up menu.

  • Page 60: Color Options - Mac Os X 10.4

    2. Select one of the available options. Color Options - Mac OS X 10.4 Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.4 Color Options - Mac OS X 10.4 You can select from these settings on the Color Options menu. Manual Settings Lets you select manual color adjustments.

  • Page 61: Printing Preferences - Mac Os X 10.4

    2. Select any of the available printing preferences. Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.4 Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.4 Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.4 You can select from these options on the Extension Settings menu. Thick paper and envelopes Prevents ink from smearing when you print on envelopes or other thick paper.

  • Page 62: Checking Print Status - Mac Os X 10.4

    Checking Print Status - Mac OS X 10.4 Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.4 Checking Print Status - Mac OS X 10.4 During printing, you can view the progress of your print job, control printing, and check ink cartridge status.

  • Page 63: Cancelling Printing Using A Product Button

    2. Select the following options as necessary: • To cancel printing, click the print job and click Delete. • To pause printing, click the print job and click Hold. To resume printing, click the print job marked "Hold" and click Resume. •...

  • Page 64: Using An External Device With Your Product

    Check your camera manual to see if it is compatible. Note: Your photos must be in JPG format and sized from 80 × 80 to 9200 × 9200 pixels. Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of your camera. Some combinations of paper type, size, and layout may not be supported, depending on your camera and the product settings.
  • Page 65 3. Turn on your camera. 4. Follow the instructions that came with your camera to select your photos and settings, and print. When you finish printing, turn off your camera and disconnect it from the product. Parent topic: Using an External Device with Your Product Related tasks Loading Paper...

  • Page 66: Printing On Cds/Dvds

    Note: If you are using discs where the printable area extends to within 0.16 inch (4 mm) of the center hole, you may need to adjust the inner diameter setting using the EPSON Print CD software. 1. Make sure you burn your files, music, or video onto your disc before printing on it.
  • Page 67 4. Open the output tray, but do not pull out the extensions. Then open the CD/DVD feed tray.
  • Page 68 5. Place your disc on the included CD/DVD tray with the label side up. 12-cm discs 8-cm discs Note: For small 8-cm discs, place the adapter on the tray and then place the disc in the adapter. Caution: Before placing the CD/DVD, make sure no foreign particles or substances are on the CD/DVD tray.
  • Page 69 6. Gently insert the CD/DVD tray into the CD/DVD feed tray. Push in the tray until the arrows on the tray and feed tray are aligned. Caution: Do not insert the CD/DVD tray while the power light is flashing. Otherwise, the product or your CD/DVD may be damaged.

  • Page 70: Removing A Printed Cd/Dvd

    Parent topic: Printing on CDs/DVDs Printing on a CD/DVD with Windows You can print with your product using the EPSON Print CD software, as described in these sections. Designing a CD/DVD - Windows Printing Your CD/DVD Design - Windows Adjusting CD/DVD Print Position - Windows...

  • Page 71: Designing A Cd/Dvd - Windows

    Designing a CD/DVD - Windows You can use EPSON Print CD to design your disc by importing photos, adding text, and creating special effects. 1. Open the EPSON Print CD program on your computer. You see this screen: 2. Use the buttons on the left side of the screen to select a pre-designed template or add a background image, picture, text, or graphic elements.

  • Page 72: Adjusting Cd/Dvd Print Position - Windows

    If your printed design is not positioned correctly on the disc, you can adjust the print position. First, load an extra CD/DVD to use for printing test patterns. 1. Open your file in EPSON Print CD and click Print. You see this screen:...
  • Page 73 2. Select Print Position Confirmation Pattern. 3. Click Print. 4. Remove the disc after printing. 5. Using a metric ruler, measure the distance from the hole to the cross marks labeled Top and Right. Note: Be sure to measure from the edge of the hole and not the edge of the printable area. 6.

  • Page 74: Adjusting Cd/Dvd Print Quality - Windows

    This may be necessary to make sure your designs look their best on the particular brand of discs you are using. First, load an extra CD/DVD to use for printing test patterns. 1. Open your file in EPSON Print CD and click Print. You see this screen:...
  • Page 75 2. Select Print Density Confirmation Pattern. 3. Click Print. 4. Remove the disc after printing and check to see if you need to make the density darker or lighter. 5. Load the same disc in the product again. 6. Click Print. 7.

  • Page 76: Printing On A Cd/Dvd With Mac Os X

    Printing on CDs/DVDs from a Computer Designing a CD/DVD - Mac OS X You can use EPSON Print CD to design your disc by importing photos, adding text, and creating special effects. 1. Open the EPSON Print CD program in the Applications > Epson Software > Print CD folder on your Mac.

  • Page 77: Printing Your Cd/Dvd Design - Mac Os X

    After you create your design, you can print it on paper to test it, then print it on the CD or DVD that contains your data, photos, video, or music. Make sure the disc is loaded for printing before you start. 1. Open your file in EPSON Print CD and select Print from the File menu. You see this screen: 2.

  • Page 78: Adjusting Cd/Dvd Print Position - Mac Os X

    If your printed design is not positioned correctly on the disc, you can adjust the print position. First, load an extra CD/DVD to use for printing test patterns. 1. Open your file in EPSON Print CD and select Print from the File menu. You see this screen: 2.
  • Page 79 4. Remove the disc after printing. 5. Using a metric ruler, measure the distance from the hole to the cross marks labeled Top and Right. Note: Be sure to measure from the edge of the hole and not the edge of the printable area. 6.

  • Page 80: Adjusting Cd/Dvd Print Quality - Mac Os X

    This may be necessary to make sure your designs look their best on the particular brand of discs you are using. First, load an extra CD/DVD to use for printing test patterns. 1. Open your file in EPSON Print CD and select Print from the File menu. You see this screen: 2.
  • Page 81 10. Examine the disc after printing to see if further adjustment is needed. When the ink density looks good, you are ready to print on your burned CD or DVD. Parent topic: Printing on a CD/DVD with Mac OS X Related tasks Printing Your CD/DVD Design - Mac OS X...

  • Page 82: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    Note: Please dispose of your used EPSON branded ink cartridges responsibly and in accordance with local requirements. If you would like to return your used ink cartridges to Epson for proper disposal, please go to www.epson.com/recycle...
  • Page 83 Note: If any of the cartridges installed in the product is broken, incompatible with the product model, or improperly installed, EPSON Status Monitor will not display an accurate cartridge status. 3. To disable the low ink reminder, right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar and select Monitoring Preferences.
  • Page 84 4. Deselect the See Low Ink Reminder alerts checkbox at the bottom of the screen. 5. To disable promotional offers, deselect the Display Epson Offers checkbox. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status Related tasks Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges...

  • Page 85: Checking Cartridge Status With Mac Os X

    • Mac OS X 10.4/10.5: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax, select your product, and select Open Print Queue or Print Queue. Select Utility. 2. Select EPSON Status Monitor. You see this window:...

  • Page 86: Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges

    To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Note: We recommend that you use genuine EPSON cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage.

  • Page 87: Removing And Installing Ink Cartridges

    Yellow Light Magenta Light Cyan Parent topic: Purchase EPSON Ink Cartridges Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Make sure you have your replacement cartridges handy before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones. Caution: Leave your old cartridges in the product until you are ready to replace them to prevent the print head nozzles from drying out.
  • Page 88 Note: If an ink cartridge is low, a flashing light appears above it. You can continue to use the low ink cartridge until it is expended. Do not hold the ink button for more than three seconds, or the product may start cleaning the print head. Caution: Do not move the print head by hand;...
  • Page 89 4. Open the ink cartridge cover. 5. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift the cartridge straight up to remove it. Note: Dispose of used cartridges carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your skin, wash it thoroughly with soap and water.
  • Page 90 6. Remove the cartridge from the package. Caution: Do not touch the green chip on the cartridge. Install the new cartridge immediately after removing the old one; if you do not, the print head may dry out and be unable to print. 7.
  • Page 91 8. Insert the new cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place. 9. Once you replace all the cartridges that need replacing, close the cartridge cover and the printer cover. 10. Press the ink button to begin charging the ink. This takes about 2 minutes. When the power light stops flashing and remains on, ink charging is finished.
  • Page 92 The valve in the ink supply port is designed to contain any excess ink, but do not touch the ink supply port or surrounding area. Always store ink cartridges with the label facing up; do not store cartridges upside-down. Parent topic: Replacing Ink Cartridges Related concepts Purchase EPSON Ink Cartridges...

  • Page 93: Adjusting Print Quality

    Adjusting Print Quality If your print quality declines, you may need to run a utility to clean or align the print head. If running these utilities does not solve the problem, you may need to replace the ink cartridges. Print Head Maintenance Print Head Alignment Cleaning the Paper Path Related topics...
  • Page 94 1. Make sure that no product lights indicate errors, the CD/DVD tray is not inserted in the product, and the CD/DVD feed tray is closed. 2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 3. Turn off the product. 4.

  • Page 95: Checking The Nozzles Using A Computer Utility

    Print head needs cleaning 6. If there are no gaps, the print head is clean and you can continue printing. If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, clean the print head. Parent topic: Print Head Nozzle Check Related concepts Print Head Cleaning Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility You can check the print head nozzles using a utility on your Windows or Mac computer.
  • Page 96 You see one of these windows:...
  • Page 97 5. Click Print. 6. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning...

  • Page 98: Print Head Cleaning

    7. If there are no gaps, click Finish. If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, clean the print head. Parent topic: Print Head Nozzle Check Related concepts Print Head Cleaning Print Head Cleaning If print quality has declined and the nozzle check pattern indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the print head.
  • Page 99 2. Hold down the ink button for 3 seconds to start the cleaning cycle, which lasts around 1 minute. power light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on when the cleaning cycle is finished. Caution: Never turn off the product during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it. 3.

  • Page 100: Cleaning The Print Head Using A Computer Utility

    Related topics Replacing Ink Cartridges Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility You can clean the print head using a utility on your Windows or Mac computer. 1. Make sure that no product lights indicate errors, the CD/DVD tray is not inserted in the product, and the CD/DVD feed tray is closed.
  • Page 101 5. Click Start to begin the cleaning cycle. power light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on when the cleaning cycle is finished. Caution: Never turn off the product during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it. 6. When the power light stops flashing and remains on, you can check to see if the nozzles are clean;...

  • Page 102: Print Head Alignment

    Print head needs cleaning • If there are no gaps, click Finish. • If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, click Clean to clean the print head again. If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 4 times, turn off the product and wait at least 6 hours.

  • Page 103: Aligning The Print Head Using A Computer Utility

    Aligning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility You can align the print head using a utility on your Windows computer or Mac. 1. Make sure that no product lights indicate errors, the CD/DVD tray is not inserted in the product, and the CD/DVD feed tray is closed.

  • Page 105: Cleaning The Paper Path

    6. Check the printed pattern and follow the instructions on the screen to choose the number representing the best printed pattern for each set. 7. When you are done choosing each pattern number, click Finish. If no patterns are aligned in one or more of the sets, choose the closest one in each set and click Realignment.
  • Page 106 2. Load several sheets of A3-size paper, if available. Otherwise, load several sheets of plain paper. 3. Press the paper/cancel button to feed and eject paper. 4. Repeat as necessary until the paper comes out clean. Parent topic: Adjusting Print Quality...

  • Page 107: Cleaning And Transporting The Product

    Cleaning and Transporting the Product If your product gets dirty or you need to move it some distance, follow the instructions in these sections. Cleaning the Product Transporting the Product Cleaning the Product To keep the product working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Caution: Do not use a hard brush, benzine, alcohol, or paint thinner to clean the product or you may damage it.
  • Page 108 1. Turn off the product. 2. Unplug the power cable. 3. Disconnect any connected cables. 4. Remove any paper from the product. 5. Open the printer cover and check that the ink cartridge holder is all the way to the right (the home position).
  • Page 109 7. Close the printer cover and output tray, then secure both sides of the output tray to the outer case with tape as shown. 8. Pack the product in its original box or one of a similar size using the protective materials that came with it.

  • Page 110: Solving Problems

    Where to Get Help Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for free updates to your product software. You can select Download the Latest Software from the Home screen of this manual or visit Epson's driver download site (U.S.

  • Page 111: Printer Light Status

    Lights WiFi power paper/cancel Light status Condition/solution The printer is turned on. power light is on power light is The printer is busy. Wait for the power light to stop flashing before turning flashing off the printer. The WiFi light is green The printer is connected to the wireless network.
  • Page 112 The printer's ink pads are nearing or at the end of their service life. Contact ink lights are Epson to replace the ink pads. If the ink pads are nearing the end of their flashing alternately service life, printing can be resumed by pressing the paper/cancel button.

  • Page 113: Running A Printer Check

    Running a Printer Check Running a printer check helps you determine if the printer is operating properly. 1. Make sure that the CD/DVD tray is not inserted in the product and the CD/DVD feed tray is closed. 2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 3.

  • Page 114: Solving Setup Problems

    • If the product's print head stops moving or making noise, and the charging process has not finished after approximately 5 minutes, turn off your product. Turn it back on and check to see if charging is still in progress. If it is still in progress, contact Epson for help. Parent topic:...

  • Page 115: Software Installation Problems

    Software Installation Problems If you have problems while installing your product software, try these solutions: • Make sure your product is turned on and the USB cable is securely connected at both ends. If you still have problems installing software, disconnect the cable and carefully follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet.

  • Page 116: Network Software Cannot Find Product On A Network

    Note: Avoid placing your product near a microwave oven, 2.4 GHz cordless phone, or large metal object, such as a filing cabinet. • Verify that your router or access point is operating correctly by connecting to it from your computer or another device.

  • Page 117: Cannot Print Over A Network

    Cannot Print Over a Network If you cannot print over a network, try these solutions: • Make sure that your product is turned on. • Make sure you install your product's network software as described in your product documentation. • Print a network status sheet and verify that the network settings are correct. If the network status is Disconnected, check any cable connections and turn your product off and then on again.

  • Page 118: Paper Feeding Problems

    Paper Feeding Problems Paper Jam Problems Paper Ejection Problems Parent topic: Solving Problems Paper Feeding Problems If you have problems feeding paper, try these solutions: • If paper does not feed for printing, remove it. Then reload it in the sheet feeder against the right side and beneath the tab.

  • Page 119: Paper Ejection Problems

    3. Press the paper/cancel button to resume printing. If the product lights still show an error, continue with the next step. 4. Press the power button to turn the product off. 5. Open the printer cover. 6. Remove any jammed paper, including torn pieces. 7.

  • Page 120: Nothing Prints

    Printing is Slow Parent topic: Solving Problems Nothing Prints If you have sent a print job and nothing prints, try these solutions: • Make sure your product is turned on. • Make sure any interface cables are connected securely at both ends. •...

  • Page 121: Noise When Product Sits For A While

    Noise When Product Sits for a While Your product is performing routine maintenance. This is normal. Parent topic: Solving Problems Printing from a Computer Product Icon Does Not Appear in Windows Taskbar If you do not see your product icon in the Windows taskbar, first try restarting your computer. If that does not work, try this solution: 1.

  • Page 122: Printing Is Slow

    Printing is Slow If printing becomes slow, try these solutions: • Make sure your system meets the requirements for your operating system. If you are printing a high- resolution image, you may need more than the minimum requirements. If necessary, increase your system's memory.

  • Page 123: Solving Page Layout And Content Problems

    • Turn off the Mirror Image, Flip horizontally, or Reverse page orientation settings in your printer software. (This option has different names, depending on your operating system version.) Note: Leave these options turned on when you print on EPSON Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper, if available for your product.

  • Page 124: Blank Pages Print

    Blank Pages Print If blank pages print unexpectedly, try these solutions: • Make sure you selected the correct paper size settings in your printing program and printer software. • If a blank page exists in a document you are printing and you want to skip printing it, select the Skip Blank Page setting in your printer software.

  • Page 125: Incorrect Characters Print

    Related topics Loading Paper Incorrect Characters Print If incorrect characters appear in your prints, try these solutions before reprinting: • Make sure any cables are securely connected at both ends. • In Windows, delete all print jobs from the Windows Spooler: •...

  • Page 126: Slanted Printout

    Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.4 Related topics Loading Paper Slanted Printout If your printouts are slanted, try these solutions: • Slide the edge guide against the edge of the paper. •...

  • Page 127: White Or Dark Lines In Printout

    • Make sure your paper meets the specifications for your product. • Use EPSON papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine EPSON inks. • Make sure the paper type setting in your product software matches the type of paper you loaded.
  • Page 128 Solving Print Quality Problems Related concepts Print Head Cleaning Print Head Alignment Related references Available EPSON Papers Paper Specifications Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.4...

  • Page 129: Faint Printout Or Printout Has Gaps

    Faint Printout or Printout Has Gaps If your printouts are faint or have gaps, try these solutions: • Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print head, if necessary. •...

  • Page 130: Incorrect Colors

    • Your printed colors can never exactly match your on-screen colors. However, you can use a color management system to get as close as possible. Try using the color management options in your printer software. • For best results, use genuine EPSON ink and paper. Parent topic: Solving Print Quality Problems...

  • Page 131: When To Uninstall Your Product Software

    6. Restart your computer, then see the Start Here sheet to re-install your software. Note: If you find that re-installing your product software does not solve a problem, contact Epson. Parent topic: When to Uninstall Your Product Software Uninstalling Product Software - Mac OS X In most cases, you do not need to uninstall your product software before re-installing it.

  • Page 132: Where To Get Help

    – (remove) icon to remove it. Parent topic: When to Uninstall Your Product Software Where to Get Help If you need to contact Epson for technical support services, use the following support options. Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at www.epson.com/support (U.S.) or...
  • Page 133 Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine EPSON ink and paper at EPSON Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).

  • Page 134: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications for your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to www.epson.com/recycle information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Windows System Requirements Mac System Requirements...

  • Page 135: Mac System Requirements

    Note: Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot guarantee the quality of any non-Epson brand or type of paper. Always test a sample of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
  • Page 136 11.7 × 16.5 inches (297 × 420 mm) 12 × 12 inches (305 × 305 mm) 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) Paper types Plain paper and paper distributed by Epson Thickness 0.003 to 0.004 inch (0.08 to 0.11 mm) Weight...

  • Page 137: Printable Area Specifications

    Printable Area Specifications Note: When printing borderless, quality may decline in the expanded printable area. Single sheets Top: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum Left: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum Right: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum Bottom: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum...
  • Page 138 Envelopes Left: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum Bottom: 0.20 inch (5.0 mm) minimum Top: 0.20 inch (5.0 mm) minimum Right: 0.78 inch (20 mm) minimum CD/DVDs 12-cm CD/DVDs...
  • Page 139 0.8 inch (21 mm) minimum inner margin 4.7 inches (120 mm) maximum outer margin 8-cm CD/DVDs 0.8 inch (21 mm) minimum inner margin 3.2 inches (80 mm) maximum outer margin Note: Avoid printing in the clear plastic areas of discs to prevent staining the disc with ink.

  • Page 140: Ink Cartridge Specifications

    Technical Specifications Ink Cartridge Specifications Note: We recommend that you use genuine EPSON cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage. The printer ships with full cartridges and part of the ink from this first set of cartridges is used for priming the printer.

  • Page 141: Electrical Specifications

    Weight 26.0 lb (11.8 kg) (without ink cartridges, power cable, and the CD/DVD tray) Parent topic: Technical Specifications Electrical Specifications Power supply rating 100 to 120 V Input voltage range 100 to 120 V model: 90 to 132 V Rated frequency range 50/60 Hz Input frequency range 49.5/60.5 Hz...

  • Page 142: Interface Specifications

    Interface Specifications Interface type Hi-Speed USB (Device class for computers) Hi-Speed USB (for PictBridge-compliant devices) Note: Epson cannot guarantee the operation of externally connected devices. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Network Interface Specifications Wireless LAN standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wireless security...
  • Page 143 This product conforms to Part 15 of FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Epson cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 144: Notices

    Notices Check these sections for important notices about your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to www.epson.com/recycle information on how to return your products for proper disposal. FCC Compliance Statement Software Notices...

  • Page 145: Software Notices

    Programs (each is defined in Section 6) until five (5) years after the discontinuation of same model of this printer product. If you desire to receive the source code above, please contact Epson customer support for your region. You shall comply with the license terms of each open source software program.
  • Page 146 coreutils_5.2.1 debianutils_2.6.2 dpkg_1.10.18 hostname_2.10 ifupdown_0.6.4 inetutils-ftpd_1.4.2 initscripts_2.85 libc6_2.3.6 libgcc1_4.1.1 login_4.0.3 module-init-tools-1.60.9 net-tools_1.60 netbase_4.14 procps_3.1.14 sysvinit-2.85 telnetd_0.17.21 udhcp 0.9.8cvs20050124-5 util-linux-2.12 usb8786 GNU LGPL This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the GNU Lesser General Public License Version 2 or later version ("LGPL Programs"). The list of LGPL Programs: inetutils-ftpd_1.4.2 libc6_2.3.6...
  • Page 147 iksemel 1.4 Apple Public Source License This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the Apple Public Source License Version 1.2 or its latest version ("Apple Public Source License Programs"). Apple Public Source License Programs: Bonjour Net-SNMP license This printer product includes the open source software program "Net-SNMP"...
  • Page 148 The list of Sun RPC Programs: libc6_2.3.6 netkit-inetd_0.10 netkit-ping_0.10 portmap_5-2.1 glibc license This printer product includes the open source software program "glibc" which applies the terms and conditions provided by owner of the copyright to the "glibc". The list of "glibc" Programs: libc6_2.3.6 TCP Wrappers license This printer product includes the open source software program "TCP Wrappers"...

  • Page 149: Trademarks

    "AES". "SHA1" Program: SHA1 Parent topic: Notices Trademarks ® ® ® EPSON , Artisan , and EPSON Supplies Central are registered trademarks, and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

  • Page 150: Copyright Notice

    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 products.

  • Page 151: A Note Concerning Responsible Use Of Copyrighted Materials

    A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials Epson encourages each user to be responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using any EPSON product. While some countries' laws permit limited copying or reuse of copyrighted material in certain circumstances, those circumstances may not be as broad as some people assume. Contact your legal advisor for any questions regarding copyright law.

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