Epson Stylus CX4100 Series Quick Manual

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Epson Stylus CX4700 Series

Quick Guide

Basic Copying, Printing, and Scanning
Maintaining Your Epson Stylus CX All-in-One
Solving Problems

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  • Page 1: Quick Guide

    Epson Stylus CX4100 Series/ ® ® Epson Stylus CX4700 Series Quick Guide Basic Copying, Printing, and Scanning Maintaining Your Epson Stylus CX All-in-One Solving Problems...
  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions. 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Restoring Color in Faded Photos ......29 Maintaining Your Epson Stylus CX All-in-One .
  • Page 4 Notices ..........41 System Requirements .
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Tip: Tips contain hints for better copying, scanning, and printing. Note: The illustrations in this guide show the Epson Stylus CX4700 Series all-in-one and its software, but the instructions are the same for the Epson Stylus CX4100 Series all-in-one except where noted.
  • Page 6: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Follow the steps here to load paper in your Epson Stylus CX all-in-one. 1. Open the paper support and output tray, then slide out the extensions. 2. Flip the feeder guard forward. Then slide the left edge guide to the left.
  • Page 7 If you are just making a copy or printing a rough draft of an image, plain paper is fine. However, for the best results, you’ll want to use one of Epson’s special ink jet papers designed for your printer. For ®...
  • Page 8: Copying A Photo Or Document

    2. Close the cover gently so you don’t move the original. Caution: Never open the document cover beyond where it stops and do not place heavy objects on top of the Epson Stylus CX all-in-one. Copying a Photo or Document...
  • Page 9: Copying

    A4-size, or 4 × 6-inch (102 ×152 mm), or 5 × 7-inch (127 × 178 mm) photo paper. Copying a Document 1. Make sure the Epson Stylus CX is turned on. 2. Place the document on the glass as described on page 8. Be sure to close the document cover.
  • Page 10: Copying A Photo

    Note: The copies may not be exactly the same size as the original. Copying a Photo 1. Make sure the Epson Stylus CX is turned on. 2. Place the photo on the glass as described on page 8. Be sure to close the document cover.
  • Page 11 Note: The copies may not be exactly the same size as the original. Making 10 or More Copies 1. Make sure the Epson Stylus CX is turned on. 2. Place the photo on the glass as described on page 8. Be sure to close the document cover.
  • Page 12: Speeding Up Printing

    Start Color Start B&W The Epson Stylus CX makes copies until it runs out of paper. Then the red light comes on. Error 8. To make more copies, load more paper and press the x Start Color button to resume.
  • Page 13: Printing From A Memory Card (Epson Stylus Cx4700 Only)

    (Digital Print Order Format), you can pre-select the photos you want to print while the card is still in the camera. Then, when you insert the card in the Epson Stylus CX4700, it knows which photos to print and how many copies of each.
  • Page 14: Compatible Cards And Image Formats

    Memory Stick Pro Duo™* SD™ Card miniSD™ Card* xD-Picture Card™ * Adapter required The Epson Stylus CX4700 supports image files that meet the following requirements: Media format DCF version 1.0 or 2.0 compliant* File format JPEG, DOS FAT (FAT 12 or 16, one partition) taken with a DCF version 1.0 or 2.0 compliant digital camera...
  • Page 15: Inserting The Card

    Inserting the Card 1. Make sure the Epson Stylus CX4700 all-in-one is turned on. Note: When you print directly from a memory card, it is best if the CX4700 is not connected to your computer (or your computer should be turned off).
  • Page 16: Printing An Index Sheet To Select Photos

    If you want to cancel printing more sheets, press the y button. Stop Now follow the instructions below to select which photos to print. Printing From a Memory Card (Epson Stylus CX4700 Only)
  • Page 17 Selecting Photos on the Index Sheet 1. Once you have printed the index sheet, use a dark pen or pencil to fill in one of the ovals beneath each photo you want to print to indicate how many copies you want (1, 2, or 3). good: Make sure just one oval is filled in for each selected photo and mark the sheet carefully;...
  • Page 18: Printing All Photos Or Dpof Photos

    Start Color Note: If you need to stop printing, press the y Stop button. 7. When you are done, remove the memory card by pulling it straight out of its slot. Printing From a Memory Card (Epson Stylus CX4700 Only)
  • Page 19: Printing From A Digital Camera

    - or USB DIRECT-PRINT -compatible, you can print your JPEG photos by connecting your digital camera directly to your Epson Stylus CX4100 or Epson Stylus CX4700 all-in-one. Your photos must be sized from 80 × 80 pixels to 9200 × 9200 pixels.
  • Page 20: Printing From Your Computer

    Before you start, make sure you’ve installed your printer software and connected the Epson Stylus CX all-in-one to your computer as described on the Start Here sheet. Also be sure to use the right paper and select the correct paper type setting in the printer driver.
  • Page 21 4. Make sure is selected, then Epson Stylus CX4100 Epson Stylus CX4700 click the button. Preferences Properties (If you see a , or button, click it. Then click Setup Printer Options on the next screen.) Preferences Properties 5. On the Main tab, select the basic print settings: Select the type of document you’re printing...
  • Page 22 6. For more printing options, click the button. Then select the Advanced following settings as necessary: Select a color management method (To choose No Color Adjustment, click ICM first) Select Paper & Quality Options as necessary Select Print Options as necessary Click here if you want to see this Advanced screen each time you access your print settings Note: For more information about advanced settings, or instructions on saving...
  • Page 23: Printing With Macintosh Os X

    Printing With Macintosh OS X If you’re using an OS X-compatible application, follow the steps below to print. 1. Load paper (see page 6). 2. Open the photo or document in your application. 3. Select from the File menu. Make the following settings: Page Setup Select Stylus CX4100 or Stylus CX4700...
  • Page 24 6. Choose from the pop-up menu and select the following Print Settings settings as necessary: Select your Media Type (see page 26) Select Color or Black ink Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) Select Automatic mode Note: For more information about printer settings, click the button.
  • Page 25 8. Click the button to change additional settings. Advanced Select Print Quality and other options as necessary Note: For more information on advanced settings, or instructions on saving them as a group so you can reuse them later, click 9. Click Print 10.
  • Page 26: Using Special Papers

    Using Special Papers You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call your nearest Epson sales office as described in “Where To Get Help” on page 40. Paper name...
  • Page 27: Scanning A Photo Or Document

    Scanning a Photo or Document You can use your Epson Stylus CX all-in-one to scan a photo or document and save it on your computer or other device, or to fax or e-mail it to someone else. You can even automatically restore faded color photographs as you scan. See page 29 for details.
  • Page 28 Note: If you need to scan a thick document, you can remove the document cover; see page 9. 2. Close the cover gently so you don’t move the original. 3. Do one of the following to start EPSON Scan: ■ Windows: Double-click the icon on your desktop.
  • Page 29: Restoring Color In Faded Photos

    Note: For details on using Home or Professional Mode, or for more information about Full Auto Mode settings, see the on-screen User’s Guide. You can also click Help on the EPSON Scan screen for information about all the available settings. Restoring Color in Faded Photos...
  • Page 30: Maintaining Your Epson Stylus Cx All-In-One

    3. Press the ink and P buttons together and hold them down for about 3 seconds. The Epson Stylus CX turns on and prints a test pattern. It also shows the percentage of ink left in each cartridge: Print head does...
  • Page 31: Cleaning The Print Head

    32. Tip: If you do not use your Epson Stylus CX often, it is a good idea to print a few pages at least once a month to maintain good print quality.
  • Page 32: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    (You cannot print when a cartridge is empty.) You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call your nearest Epson sales office as described in “Where To Get Help” on page 40.
  • Page 33 The P ink lights flash. If one of the cartridges is low or empty, the Epson Stylus CX moves that cartridge to the _ ink out mark. Go to step 4. If no cartridges are low or empty, the ink cartridge holder moves to the ink replacement position.
  • Page 34 8. Replace any other cartridges that need to be replaced. 9. Close the ink cartridge cover and press it until it clicks into place. Maintaining Your Epson Stylus CX All-in-One...
  • Page 35 P light stops flashing and remains on, and the ink light goes out. Caution: Never turn off the Epson Stylus CX while the P On light is flashing or you’ll waste ink. Note: If the ink light stays on (not flashing), the ink cartridge may not be installed correctly.
  • Page 36: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems If you have a problem with your Epson Stylus CX all-in- one, check the lights on the control panel and the number or letter in the window to diagnose the cause. Copy You can also check “Problems and Solutions” on page 38 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User’s Guide icon on your computer desktop for more...
  • Page 37 Otherwise, set the lever to the L position. Error: On An Epson Stylus CX Contact your local authorized part needs to be servicer or contact Epson for a B Ink: On replaced. referral; see page 40. All other lights: Flashing...
  • Page 38: Problems And Solutions

    Problems and Solutions Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your Epson Stylus CX. Copying Problems ■ Make sure your original is positioned in the top left corner of the glass. Place it 1 mm (0.04 in.) from the edges to avoid cropping.
  • Page 39: Print Quality Problems

    Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel or in your printer software (see page 26). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson special paper (see page 26) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 32). ■...
  • Page 40: Where To Get Help

    Peru (51-1) 224-2336 Venezuela (58-212) 240-1111 Note: If your country does not appear on the list, contact the nearest Epson sales office. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson Stylus CX4100 or Epson Stylus CX4700) ■...
  • Page 41: Notices

    Notices System Requirements Windows System Requirements To use your Epson Stylus CX all-in-one and its software, your system should have: ■ ® ® A Microsoft Windows compatible PC with a Pentium -equivalent processor (300 MHz or faster recommended) ■ Microsoft Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP ■...
  • Page 42: Important Safety Instructions

    It will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle. ■ Make sure the back of the Epson Stylus CX is at least 10 cm (3.9 in.) away from the wall. ■ Do not open the scanner section while the Epson Stylus CX is copying, printing, or scanning.
  • Page 43: Specifications

    If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust and store it in the same environment as the Epson Stylus CX. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches.
  • Page 44 Dimensions 430 (W) × 354 (D) × 181 mm (H) (16.9 × 13.9 × 7.1 in.) [without the rubber feet or the paper support extended) Weight 6.8 kg (15 lb), without ink cartridges Electrical 110 Model 220 Model Input voltage 90 - 132 V 198 - 264 V Rated...
  • Page 45: Energy Star Compliance

    FCC part 15 Subpart B class B; CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 ENERGY STAR Compliance ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Epson has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA ENERGY STAR office equipment program is a voluntary partnership with the computer and...
  • Page 46: Declaration Of Conformity

    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. Trade Name: Epson Type of Product: Multifunction printer Model: C231B (Epson Stylus CX4100) C231A (Epson Stylus CX4700) Notices...
  • Page 47: Limited Warranty

    2. Scope of Warranty Should Epson receive notice of a defect during the warranty period, it may, at its discretion, repair or replace the defective product at no cost to the purchaser. In the event of a replacement, the replaced equipment will become property of Epson.
  • Page 48 Epson Service Center. This also applies if the failure was the result of a defect in the purchaser’s proprietary software or of a computer “virus”.
  • Page 49 You may receive help or consult information online for all Epson products. Register your Epson equipment on our website, at http://www.latin.epson.com. Extended Warranty Support and Service In some countries, Epson offers warranty extension services. You may purchase this service by calling the Technical Service Center. Epson Subsidiaries and Offices in Latin America Epson Argentina S.A.
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