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  • Page 1 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 2 Where to Find Information Setup Guide ❏ Read this first to set up and begin using your EPSON Stylus Scan. This guide includes information on setting up your Stylus Scan and installing the EPSON Stylus Scan software. Daily Use guide ❏...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Instructions ......Safety Instructions ......1 1 1 1 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions .
  • Page 4 Changing the Control Panel Settings ....107 Using the Copy Utility (from EPSON SMART PANEL) . 109 Replacing Ink Cartridges ..... .

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before starting to use your Stylus Scan. Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the Stylus Scan. ❏ Unplug the Stylus Scan before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only.

  • Page 6: A Few Precautions

    ❏ If you use an extension cord with the Stylus Scan, make sure the total amperage of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating.
  • Page 7 When handling the ink cartridges ❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to drink the ink or otherwise handle the cartridges. ❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with water.

  • Page 8: Energy Star Compliance

    ❏ Place the Stylus Scan near a wall outlet where the power cord can be easily unplugged. NERGY TAR Compliance As an NERGY TAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the NERGY TAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The International NERGY...

  • Page 9: Releasing The Transportation Lock

    Setup Guide Releasing the Transportation Lock Before connecting the Stylus Scan to a power source, you must release the transportation lock. To release the transportation lock, follow the steps below. 1. Open the document cover. 2. Open the maintenance cover.

  • Page 10: Attaching The Paper Support

    3. Slide the transportation lock, as shown in the illustration below, to release the scanner carriage. Note: Be sure to lock the transportation lock again before moving the Stylus Scan. 4. Close the maintenance cover and document cover. Attaching the Paper Support Insert the paper support into the slots at the rear of the Stylus Scan.

  • Page 11: Plugging In The Stylus Scan

    Plugging in the Stylus Scan 1. Make sure that the Stylus Scan is turned off. 2. Check the label on the back of the Stylus Scan to make sure the voltage required by the Stylus Scan matches that of the your electrical outlet.
  • Page 12 Using the parallel port (for Windows 98 and 95) To connect the Stylus Scan to your PC using the parallel port, you need a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable. Follow the steps below to connect your Stylus Scan to your PC via the parallel port. 1.

  • Page 13: Installing The Drivers And Other Software In Your Pc

    Macintosh, see “Installing the software in your Macintosh” on page 24. Installing the Drivers and Other Software in Your PC Your Stylus Scan comes with the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Software for Windows CD-ROM which includes software for your Stylus Scan.
  • Page 14 The included CD-ROM also contains the following software. ❏ Acrobat Reader This software enables you to read the manuals for EPSON SMART PANEL and WinFAX, and any other files that are in the Portable Document Format (PDF). ❏ WinFax BASIC EDITION Includes applications that support the Stylus Scan’s fax...
  • Page 15 2. Insert the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Software for Windows CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. The Select Language dialog box appears. 3. Select the language you want and click OK. 4. Click the Add Software button.
  • Page 16 5. The EPSON Software Setup dialog box appears. Make sure there is a check mark next to EPSON SMART PANEL and EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Drivers. Clear the check marks next to the names of any software that you do not want to install.
  • Page 17 9. In Windows 98, the following dialog box appears. Select LPT (Printer Port), then click Next to begin installation. (If this dialog box does not appear, go to the next step.) 10. When installation is complete, click OK to start the EPSON Screen Calibration utility. Note: Be sure to calibrate your screen and Stylus Scan to ensure that the colors of reproduced images closely match the originals.
  • Page 18 Click OK. 15. Restart the computer, then turn on the Stylus Scan by pressing the P power button. Note: Do not change the printer name (leave it as EPSON Stylus Scan 2500), otherwise your Stylus Scan will not work correctly.
  • Page 19 Found dialog box, or a similar wizard. If this occurs, click the Cancel button to close the dialog box, and remove the USB cable. Then continue with installation as described below. 2. Insert the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Software for Windows CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. The Select Language dialog box appears.
  • Page 20 4. Click the Add Software button. 5. The EPSON Software Setup dialog box appears. Make sure there is a check mark next to EPSON SMART PANEL and EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Drivers. Clear the check marks next to the names of any other software that you do not want to install.
  • Page 21 8. When installation is complete, the EPSON Stylus Scan Setup dialog box appears. Click Next. 9. The following dialog box appears. Select USB, then click Next.
  • Page 22 10. The following message appears. Click OK. Installation for other applications begins automatically. Follow the on-screen instructions. 11. After the applications have been installed, the following message appears. Click OK and restart your computer. Then turn on the Stylus Scan by pressing the P power button. 12.
  • Page 23 Note: To connect the Stylus Scan to a USB port, you need a standard shielded USB cable. 13. Connect the other end of the cable to the computer’s USB port. Note: If you have more than one USB hub connected to your computer, connect the Stylus Scan to the hub that is connected directly to your computer.
  • Page 24 15. The dialog box shown below appears. Click Next. 16. In the following dialog box, clear all the check boxes, then click Next.
  • Page 25 17. In the following dialog box, click Next to install the required drivers. Note: If a dialog box appears asking you to specify the location of the Windows 98 CD-ROM, insert the Windows 98 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive and click OK. 18.
  • Page 26 19. The following message appears. Make sure the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Software for Windows CD-ROM is still in your CD-ROM drive, and click 20. The following dialog box appears. In the Copy files from box, type D:\EPSON\ENGLISH (or your preferred language). Then click OK. Substitute the appropriate drive letter for your CD-ROM drive as necessary.
  • Page 27 23. Click OK to register the calibration setting. 24. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Note: Do not change the printer name (EPSON Stylus Scan 2500), otherwise your Stylus Scan will not work correctly.
  • Page 28 Installing the software in your Macintosh To print and scan with your Stylus Scan, you need to install the following software included on the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Software for Macintosh CD-ROM shipped with your Stylus Scan. This software must be installed before connecting the Stylus Scan to your Macintosh.
  • Page 29 Mac OS 8.5 or later, you do not need to install iMac Update 1.0. 1. Turn on your Macintosh and insert the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Software for Macintosh CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. The EPSON window appears.
  • Page 30 4. Click the Add Software button. 5. The EPSON Software Setup dialog box appears. Make sure there is a check mark next to EPSON SMART PANEL and EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Drivers. Clear the check marks next to the names of any other software that you do not want to install.
  • Page 31 6. Click OK. 7. Follow the on-screen instructions to install EPSON SMART PANEL. 8. When installation is complete, the following dialog box appears. 9. Click Install, then follow the on-screen instructions. 10. When the following dialog box appears, click Restart.
  • Page 32 11. The EPSON Screen Calibration utility starts automatically. In the following window, move the slider to the right or left until the two shades of the gray horizontal stripes match. Note: The gray stripes will not perfectly blend together; however, try to make the two tones match as closely as possible.
  • Page 33 Note: To connect the Stylus Scan to a USB port, use a standard shielded USB cable. 15. Connect the other end of the cable to the computer’s USB port. Note: If you have more than one USB hub connected to your computer, connect the Stylus Scan to the hub that is connected directly to your computer.
  • Page 34 When background printing is on, you can use your Macintosh while it is preparing a document for printing. You must turn on background printing to use the EPSON Monitor3 utility to manage print jobs. 3. Close the Chooser. Notice for USB users...

  • Page 35: Installing Ink Cartridges

    Installing Ink Cartridges Before installing the ink cartridges, note the following. Warning: The ink cartridges are self-contained units. Under ordinary use, ink will not leak from a cartridge. If ink does get on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
  • Page 36 Caution: Do not move the print head by hand. Doing so may damage the Stylus Scan. 3. Lift the ink cartridge clamp. 4. Open the ink cartridge packages. Remove the yellow tape seals from the cartridges.
  • Page 37 Caution: ❏ Remove the yellow tape seals from the cartridges before installing them; otherwise the cartridges will be damaged and will become unusable. ❏ Do not remove the blue portion of the tape seals from the cartridges; otherwise the cartridges will clog and become unusable.
  • Page 38 6. Press the ink cartridge clamps down until they lock in place. Caution: Once you install the ink cartridges, do not open the clamps again until you need to replace the ink cartridges. Opening the clamps makes the cartridges unusable. 7.

  • Page 39: Checking The Stylus Scan

    The ink charging process takes about one minute and a half to complete, during which time the Operate light flashes and the Stylus Scan produces a variety of mechanical sounds. These sounds are normal. When the ink delivery system has been charged, the print head returns to the home (far right) position and the Operate light stops flashing.
  • Page 40 1. Slide out the output tray. Next, slide the left edge guide so that the distance between the edge guides is slightly wider than the width of your paper. When loading long paper, pull out the paper support extension. edge guide output tray 2.
  • Page 41 Note: ❏ Always load paper into the sheet feeder short edge first. ❏ Make sure the paper stack fits under the arrow mark inside the edge guide. Printing a nozzle check pattern Follow the on-screen instructions to check the print-head nozzles. If the on-screen instructions do not appear on your system, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 42 If the nozzle check page does not print satisfactorily (for example, if any segment of the printed lines is missing), then you should clean the print head as explained below. If the printout was satisfactory, you are ready to print your first page. Cleaning the print head 1.

  • Page 43: After Setup

    Uninstalling the USB driver 1. Click Start, point to Settings and Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Scanners and Cameras icon. 3. Select EPSON Stylus Scan 2500, then click Remove. 4. Click OK and close the dialog box. 5. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.
  • Page 44 7. Select EPSON Stylus Scan 2500, then click OK. Follow the on- screen instructions. 8. After uninstall is complete, select EPSON USB Printer Devices and click Add/Remove. Then follow the on-screen instructions. The computer restarts automatically. To connect the Stylus Scan to your computer using the parallel port, see “Using the parallel port (for Windows 98 and 95)”...

  • Page 45: Stylus Scan Parts And Functions

    Stylus Scan Parts and Functions...

  • Page 46: Stylus Scan Parts And Control Panel Functions

    Stylus Scan Parts and Control Panel Functions edge guide sheet feeder paper support document cover output tray power button maintenance cover document table internal cover adjust lever control panel option cover...
  • Page 47 Control panel Copy Stop/Clear Paper Size Darker/Lighter Scan Operate Reduce/Enlarge B&W/Color Quality Copies Error Hold for Menu Return Item You can control copy, print and scan functions with the control panel, and also check device status. There are four control panel operation modes. LCD panel messages and operation vary by mode.
  • Page 48 Error Comes on when the Stylus Scan has an error. Check the message on the LCD panel for details. Printer: The printer is controlled with these two buttons. Button Function Press and release to feed or eject paper loaded in the sheet feeder.
  • Page 49 B&W: Normal, Fine Color: Normal, Fine, Photo When Photo is selected for a color copy, be sure to use EPSON Photo Paper. Hold down the Quality button and B&W/Color button for 3 seconds to enter the Menu Mode. In Menu Mode you can control several items.

  • Page 51: Printing Your Page

    EPSON distributes special media that are formulated for the ink used in EPSON ink jet devices. It is recommended that you use these media to ensure high-quality results. See “EPSON special media” on page 140 for a complete list of these products.
  • Page 52 ❏ Make sure the printable side of the paper is facing up when loading media into the sheet feeder. See the instructions included with the media to determine which side is the printable surface. Some media come with one corner removed to help identify the correct loading direction, as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 53 ❏ The loading capacity for envelopes and EPSON special media is explained below. Envelopes Up to 10 envelopes. Note: If the total thickness of the stack of envelopes exceeds 10 mm, press each envelope flat before loading. 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper...
  • Page 54 ❏ If the paper is curled, make sure to flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite direction before loading. Printing on curled paper may smear your printout, especially when printing with Maximum selected as the Printable Area setting. ❏...

  • Page 55: Loading Envelopes

    Set the adjust lever to the “+” position before printing on the second side. About special media cleaning sheets Cleaning sheets packaged with EPSON special media should not be used with the Stylus Scan. These sheets are unnecessary, and may cause jams.
  • Page 56 Load envelopes flap edge first with the flap side down, as shown in the illustration. Available envelopes sizes are: No.10, DL, C6 ❏ Do not use envelopes that are curled or folded. Make sure to flatten the envelope flaps before loading. Also avoid using envelopes that are too thin as they may curl during printing.

  • Page 57: Using The Printer Software For Windows

    Using the Printer Software for Windows The printer software includes a printer driver and printer utilities. The printer driver lets you choose from a wide variety of settings to get the best results for the type of printout you want to make. The printer utilities help you check the print function of the Stylus Scan and keep it in top condition.

  • Page 58: Making Changes To Printer Driver Settings

    From the Start menu 1. Click Start, point to Settings, then click Printers. 2. Select the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 icon, then select Properties from the File menu. The printer software window appears.
  • Page 59 PhotoEnhance Lets you apply a variety of image- correction settings specially designed for photos. See “Using Photo Enhance mode” on page 59. Custom Choose from a list of ready-made settings suited to the kind of document you want to print. You can also add your own settings to this list.
  • Page 60 EPSON Photo Quality Self-Adhesive Sheet (A4) S041106 EPSON Ink Jet Note Cards A6 (with envelopes) S041147 EPSON Ink Jet Greeting Cards 5 x 8” (with envelopes) S041148 EPSON Ink Jet Greeting Cards 8 x 10” (with envelopes) S041149 Matte Paper-Heavyweight...
  • Page 61 Photo Quality Glossy Film EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (A4) S041071 EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (A6) S041107 EPSON Photo Stickers 16 (A6) S041144 EPSON Photo Stickers 4 (A6) S041176 Ink Jet Transparencies EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies (A4) S041063 Note:...
  • Page 62 Using the Automatic setting When Automatic is selected from the Main menu, the printer driver takes care of all detailed settings based on the current Media Type and Ink settings. To make the Ink setting, click Color to print in color, or Black to print in black-and-white or grayscale. To make the Media Type setting, see “Making the Media Type setting”...
  • Page 63 Custom settings let you make a wide range of changes. In the Custom settings list, you’ll find ready-made settings provided by EPSON designed to match a particular kind of printout, such as graphs and charts used in a presentation, or images taken by a digital camera.
  • Page 64 The Custom settings list includes the following ready-made settings. Text/Graph Good for printing presentation documents such as graphs and charts. Economy Good for printing drafts of text ICM means Image Color Matching. This feature automatically adjusts printout colors to match colors on your screen. sRGB Best for color matching with other sRGB devices.

  • Page 65: Previewing Your Printout

    Previewing your printout To see a preview of your document before printing it, select the Print Preview check box on the Main menu. When you print your document, the Print Preview window appears: The Preview dialog box contains several icon buttons you can use to perform the following functions.
  • Page 66 Printable Selecting this option will display a area on/off rectangle on the page being previewed. This rectangle is the printable area for the page. The Stylus Scan cannot print anything which exceeds this rectangle. Watermark This option displays the watermark settings dialog.

  • Page 67: Getting Information With Online Help

    ❏ Apply watermarks. The watermark you select will appear in the previewed image. The Add and Remove options allow you to specify which pages in the document you wish to be printed. To add or remove page, you must first highlight the page in the list of page icons appearing on the left side of the preview window.
  • Page 68 Accessing help from the start menu Click the Start button, point to Programs and then to Epson Stylus Scan. Then click EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Help. The help contents window appears.

  • Page 69: Using The Printer Software For Macintosh

    Using the Printer Software for Macintosh The printer software includes a printer driver and printer utilities. The printer driver lets you choose from a wide variety of settings to get the best results for the type of printout you want to make. The printer utilities help you check the printer function of the Stylus Scan and keep it in top condition.
  • Page 70 ❏ Preview dialog box (click the Preview button and then click Preview in the Print dialog box) Note: ❏ The driver settings are not saved from one application to the next. Whenever you exit one application and open a new one, you will have to make the driver settings again.
  • Page 71 In the Print dialog box, select the Media Type setting that matches the paper loaded in the Stylus Scan. Find your paper in the list below, then select a corresponding Media Type setting (shown in bold). For some kinds of paper, there are several Media Type settings to choose from.
  • Page 72 EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheet (A4) S041106 EPSON Ink Jet Note Cards A6 (with envelopes) S041147 EPSON Ink Jet Greeting Cards 5 x 8” (with envelopes) S041148 EPSON Ink Jet Greeting Cards 8 x 10” (with envelopes) S041149 Matte Paper-Heavyweight...
  • Page 73 Photo Quality Glossy Film EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (A4) S041071 EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (A6) S041107 EPSON Photo Stickers 16 (A6) S041144 EPSON Photo Stickers 4 (A6) S041176 Ink Jet Transparencies EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies (A4) S041063 Note: The availability of special media varies by location.
  • Page 74 Using Photo Enhance Mode The Photo Enhance option provides a variety of image-correction settings that you can apply to your photo images before printing. Photo Enhance does not affect your original data. If you are printing photos taken with a digital camera, you can also select the Digital Camera Correction check box to give your printed images the smooth, natural appearance of photographs taken with a film camera.
  • Page 75 Using the Custom Mode The Custom Settings list lets you make a wide range of changes. In this list, you’ll find ready-made settings provided by EPSON designed to match a particular kind of printout, such as graphs and charts for a presentation or images taken by a digital camera.

  • Page 76: Previewing Your Printout

    1. First, verify the Media Type and Ink settings in the Print dialog box. For details, see “Making the Media Type settings” on page 66. 2. Click the Custom button in the Print dialog box. This activates the Custom Settings list, located below and to the right of the Custom radio button.
  • Page 77 3. Click the Preview button. The Preview dialog box appears and displays a preview of your document. The Preview dialog box contains six buttons you can use to perform the following functions. Selection Lets you select, move, and resize watermarks. Zoom Enlarges or reduces the size of the previewed page.

  • Page 78: Saving Print Data In Files

    4. If you are satisfied with the previewed image, click Print. If you are not satisfied with the appearance of the image, click Cancel. The Preview and Print dialog boxes close with the current print settings preserved. Open the Print dialog box again to make additional changes to the print settings.
  • Page 79 When you want to print the data, double-click the file and open EPSON Monitor 3. Click the Resume button to send the data to the Stylus Scan.

  • Page 81: Scanning

    Scanning Placing a Document Before scanning a document, remember to respect the rights of copyright owners. Do not scan published text or images without first checking the copyright status. 1. Turn on the Stylus Scan by pressing the P power button. The Operate light starts flashing.
  • Page 82 3. Open the document cover. 4. Place the document on the document table, with the side to be scanned facing down. Make sure that the document is carefully aligned with the edges of the document table.
  • Page 83 5. Close the document cover gently so that the document does not move. Note: ❏ Make sure the document is flat against the glass surface, otherwise the scanned image will be out of focus. Also be sure to close the document cover to prevent interference from external light.

  • Page 84: Scanning Basics

    ❏ use an application that supports EPSON TWAIN, open your application . ❏ want to scan imagery easily, use the included EPSON SMART PANEL. The utilities contained in EPSON SMART PANEL make it possible to scan directly into a selected application, and can be launched automatically by pressing the Scan button (see “Using the Scan Button”...
  • Page 85 Note: You only need to perform this step the first time you use the Stylus Scan with your application. 3. Choose TWAIN_32 from the File menu to open EPSON TWAIN. To scan, see the next section. Scanning an image When you open EPSON TWAIN, the EPSON TWAIN dialog box appears.
  • Page 86 The Stylus Scan scans your image according to the Image Type and Destination settings you select. If you want more control over the settings, try the other options. See online help for complete descriptions of the settings. To exit from the EPSON TWAIN window, click the Close button .
  • Page 87 Scan button on your EPSON Stylus Scan. To use this feature, you need to install EPSON SMART PANEL or other Scan button compatible software. The following occurs when you press the Scan button: ❏...

  • Page 88: Using The Scan Button

    When you install the Driver and EPSON SMART PANEL from the EPSON Stylus Scan Driver CD-ROM, it will automatically configure your system to launch EPSON SMART PANEL when you press the ] Scan button. You can also set the EPSON SMART PANEL to trigger other applications you specify. Note: For information on EPSON SMART PANEL installation, see the Setup Guide.
  • Page 89 Assigning an application to the Scan button Access EPSON SMART PANEL. In Windows, if it is already running, the icon will be displayed on the task bar. Click the icon to open the main screen. If you are using a Macintosh, select...
  • Page 90 Note: Picture shows the Window screen. Setting up EPSON Scanner Monitor EPSON Scanner Monitor is software that recognizes when the Scan button is pressed and sends information to an assigned application which supports the Scan Button feature and EPSON Scanner Monitor, such as EPSON SMART PANEL.
  • Page 91 EPSON Scanner Monitor and the Scan button feature may be limited. ❏ USB connections under Windows 98 support the Scan Button feature. As a result, the EPSON Scanner Monitor is not installed with USB connections. Windows 98 and 95 Users (excluding USB connection) Click the Scanner Monitor icon located in the task bar on your desktop.
  • Page 92 To activate Scanner Monitor, select Programs from the Start menu and click EPSON Stylus Scan; then select EPSON Scanner Monitor for Stylus Scan. The Scanner Monitor icon appears in your taskbar. Assigning an application to Scanner Monitor Select Preferences. The EPSON Scanner Monitor dialog box appears.
  • Page 93 To re-activate Scanner Monitor, select the Enable Monitoring check box. ❏ Assigning an application to Scanner Monitor Click Browse. Select a folder and an application that supports the Scan Button feature and EPSON Scanner Monitor, such as EPSON SMART PANEL for EPSON.
  • Page 94 EPSON SMART PANEL, or another supported application. When the EPSON Stylus Scan Driver is installed via USB in Windows 98, the Scanner and Camera icons will appear in the control panel, and your Stylus Scan is listed in the Scanners and Cameras Properties dialog box as shown below.
  • Page 95 1. Select your Stylus Scan from the installed scanners and cameras list in the Scanners and Cameras Properties dialog box. Click Properties, and then click the Events tab. 2. You can see the Scan Button is listed as the scanner event. Make sure the check box of the application you want to assign to the Scan button is selected and all other application...
  • Page 96 Disabling the Scan button If you need to disable the Scan Button feature, select the Disable device event check box in the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 Properties dialog box. Selecting this check box prevents Windows 98 from detecting when the...

  • Page 97: Copying

    ❏ Copy density can be adjusted. Note: If your computer is turned on, you can also use the Copier utility in EPSON SMART PANEL to make copies. For details, refer to “Using the Copy Utility (from EPSON SMART PANEL)” on page 109.

  • Page 98: Loading The Paper

    Quality setting. Normal: Plain paper Fine: Plain paper Photo: EPSON Photo Paper Follow the steps below to load paper for copying. 1. Extend the output tray and slide the left edge guide of the sheet feeder so that it is just wider than the width of your...
  • Page 99 2. Fan a stack of paper; then tap it on a flat surface to even the edges. 3. Load the stack of paper with the printable side up and the right edge of the paper resting against the right side of the sheet feeder.

  • Page 100: Placing A Document

    ❏ Make sure the paper stack fits under the arrow mark inside the edge guide. Placing a Document Before copying a document, remember to respect the rights of copyright owners. Do not copy published text or images without first checking the copyright status. 1.
  • Page 101 2. Place the original on the document table, with the side to be copied facing down. Make sure that the document is properly aligned. 3. Close the document cover gently so that the document does not move. Note: ❏ Make sure the document is flat against the glass surface, otherwise the image will be out of focus.

  • Page 102: How To Make Copies

    ❏ Always keep the document table clean. ❏ Do not leave photographs on the document table for an extended period of time as they may stick to the glass. ❏ Do not place heavy objects on top of the Stylus Scan. How to Make Copies 1.
  • Page 103 ❏ Select either Metric or US size in the Menu Mode (Control Panel Setting). For details, refer to “Changing the Control Panel Settings” on page 107. 5. Make sure the original is placed correctly on the document table. Note: With the Automatic Document Feeder you can copy a stack of originals automatically in a single operation.

  • Page 104: Using The Optional Automatic Document Feeder

    Using the Optional Automatic Document Feeder The optional Automatic Document Feeder can be used to make copies of multiple pages automatically. Even with the Automatic Document Feeder mounted, you can still make single copies using the Document table. Loading paper into the Automatic Document Feeder The Automatic Document Feeder can automatically load up to 20 sheets of the following paper sizes (based on a paper weight of 17lbs and stack thickness of 4.0 mm or less):...
  • Page 105 1. Slide the right edge guide all the way to the right. 2. Insert the paper stack into the Automatic Document Feeder until it meets resistance. Make sure that the side you want to scan is facing up. Then move the right edge guide so it is flush with the right edge of your paper.
  • Page 106 Loading documents manually You can load documents manually even when the Automatic Document Feeder is installed. Lift the Automatic Document Feeder and place the document on the document table. Then lower the Automatic Document Feeder and scan the document. Note: ❏...

  • Page 107: Using The Control Panel

    Using the Control Panel You can control most copy functions from the Control Panel. Copy Stop/Clear Paper Size Darker/Lighter Scan Operate Reduce/Enlarge B&W/Color Quality Copies Error Hold for Menu Return Item Note: When you make a copy using the control panel function, a moiré (cross- hatch) pattern may appear on your printout.
  • Page 108 Copy button Copying will start when the Copy button is pressed. The default copy settings are: Reduce/Enlarge: 100% B&W/Color: B&W Quality: Normal Copies: On the LCD Panel, the display will read "100% B&W Normal 1". Stop/Clear button Press the y Stop/Clear button to halt copying. The sheet being copied will be ejected.
  • Page 109 Paper Size button This is used to set the paper size. When the Paper Size button is pressed the LCD panel will show the Paper Size setting. Press the button again to select the desired Paper Size. After you select a Paper Size, the display will automatically return to its previous state.
  • Page 110 When making a Color copy with Quality set to Photo, the LCD panel will display a message reading “Load Photo Paper”. When Quality is set to Photo, we recommend using EPSON Photo Paper for best results. Reduce/Enlarge button This is used to set the enlargement/reduction ratio. Press the “+”...

  • Page 111: Changing The Control Panel Settings

    Fine: Photographs, plain paper Photo: Photographs, EPSON Photo Paper The initial setting for both B&W and Color is Normal. Lighter/Darker button This is used to set the copy printout density. Press the “+” or “-” Lighter/Darker button and the Lighter/Darker setting will be displayed on the LCD panel.
  • Page 112 In the Menu Mode, press the Copies “+” or “-” button to select the desired item. There are two methods of quitting the Menu Mode. Press the Quality button to enable the settings and exit the Menu Mode, or press the y Stop/Clear button to restore the default settings.

  • Page 113: Using The Copy Utility (From Epson Smart Panel)

    Using the Copy Utility (from EPSON SMART PANEL) Copy Utility is a function within EPSON SMART PANEL. Before you can use it, you must install the EPSON Stylus Scan Software and EPSON SMART PANEL in the computer. Refer to the Setup Guide for details on installation.
  • Page 114 Making Copy Settings in the Copy Utility You can make copy settings in the Copy Utility dialog box. Document Type setting Media Type setting help button Reduce/Enlarge Quality button stop/clear button buttons More settings button copy button close button See below to make your settings. If necessary, click the More settings button to make advanced and custom settings.
  • Page 115 Making paper and document settings Media Type Select the type that matches the paper you have loaded into the paper feeder. Paper Size Select the size that matches the paper you have loaded into the paper feeder. Document Type Select the type that matches the original document that you are copying.
  • Page 116 Making other basic settings shows current settings scaling reduce/enlarge scaling setting custom setting Reduce/Enlarge To set the reduce/enlarge ratio, do either of the following: ❏ To make a copy that is the same size as your document, select 100%. ❏ To automatically re-size the image to match the size of your paper size setting, select Fit to Page.
  • Page 117 B&W/Color Click to select between a black-and-white or color copy. Copies Use these buttons to select the number of copies you want to make. Press the + button to increase the number of copies, or the - button to reduce it.

  • Page 119: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    Replacing Ink Cartridges The Stylus Scan's Error light and panel message will inform you when it is time to get a replacement ink cartridge ready, and when it is time to replace the ink cartridges. Note: If an ink cartridge is damaged or old, you may need to replace it before it runs out of ink.
  • Page 120 Caution: ❏ EPSON recommends the use of genuine EPSON ink cartridges. Products from other manufacturers may cause damage not covered under the EPSON warranty. ❏ Never remove a cartridge from the Stylus Scan until you have a new cartridge on hand to replace it. Leaving the Stylus Scan with a missing cartridge may cause ink in the print head nozzles to dry out.
  • Page 121 4. Hold down the cleaning button for three seconds until the print head moves to the cartridge replacement position. The Operate light begins flashing. Caution: Do not move the print head by hand, as doing so may damage the mechanism. Note: If you press the cleaning button for three seconds when the black...
  • Page 122 5. Lift up the clamp that holds the cartridge as far as it will go. The cartridge rises partly out of the cartridge holder. Caution: Once you open the ink cartridge clamp, the ink cartridge becomes unusable and cannot be reinstalled, even if ink remains.
  • Page 123 Warning: ❏ If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. ❏...
  • Page 124 8. Place the ink cartridge gently into the cartridge holder with the label on the cartridge facing up. Do not press down on the cartridge. 9. Press the ink cartridge clamp down until it locks in place. Caution: Once you install the ink cartridges, do not open their clamps again until you are ready to replace the cartridges.
  • Page 125 11. Press the cleaning button. The Stylus Scan moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system. The Operate light flashes during ink charging. This process takes about one minute to complete. When the ink charging process is finished, the Stylus Scan returns the print head to the home position and the Operate light stops flashing.

  • Page 127: Maintenance

    Maintenance Checking the Print Head Nozzles If you find that your printouts and copies are unexpectedly faint or that there are gaps (missing dots) in the printed image, you may be able to identify the problem by checking the print head nozzles.
  • Page 128 3. Click the Utility icon button in the Print or Page Setup dialog box, then click the Nozzle Check button. 4. Follow the messages on your screen. Using the control panel buttons 1. Make sure that A4 or Letter size paper is loaded in the paper bin.

  • Page 129: Cleaning The Print Head

    The Stylus Scan prints out ROM version information, ink counter codes, and a nozzle check pattern. Here are sample printouts. Good sample Print head needs to be cleaned segments are missing The above sample is in black and white, but the actual test prints in color (CMYK).
  • Page 130 You can carry out cleaning either from your computer or from the control panel. To run a cleaning cycle from your computer, use the Head Cleaning utility. Both methods are described below. Note: ❏ Print head cleaning uses both color and black ink. To avoid wasting ink, clean the print head only if print quality declines.
  • Page 131 Caution: Never turn off the Stylus Scan while the Operate light is flashing. Doing so may damage the device. 5. When the Operate light stops flashing, click Print nozzle check pattern in the Head Cleaning dialog box to confirm that the head is clean and to reset the cleaning cycle. Nozzle check patterns: Good sample Print head needs to be cleaned...
  • Page 132 If the print quality still does not improve, one or both of your ink cartridges may be old or damaged and may need to be replaced. To replace an ink cartridge before it is empty, see “Replacing an Old or Damaged Ink Cartridge” in the online Reference Guide. If print quality remains a problem after replacing the ink cartridges, contact your dealer.
  • Page 133 If the print quality still has not improved, one or both of your ink cartridges may be old or damaged and may need to be replaced. To replace an ink cartridge before it is empty, see “Replacing an Old or Damaged Ink Cartridge” in the online Reference Guide. If print quality remains a problem after replacing the ink cartridges, contact your dealer.

  • Page 134: Aligning The Print Head

    Note: If an ink out or ink low message is displayed, press the Cleaning button to start the ink cartridge replacement procedure. If you do not want to replace an ink cartridge at this time, press the cleaning button again to return the print head to its home position.
  • Page 135 For Windows users 1. Make sure A4 or Letter size plain paper is loaded in the sheet feeder. 2. Access the printer software window. If you need instructions, see “Accessing the printer software” on page 53. 3. Click the Utility tab in the printer window, then click the Print Head Alignment button.

  • Page 137: Troubleshooting

    If the Stylus Scan still does not the fluorescent lamp operate properly, or if this error needs to be replaced, occurs repeatedly, consult or the EPSON Stylus your dealer. Scan is broken. ADF Jam No paper is loaded, or Load paper in the Automatic...
  • Page 138 Flashing ADF Cover Open The cover of the Make sure that the cover of optional Automatic optional Automatic Document Document Feeder is Feeder is closed and/or push open, or the paper the paper feed unit down until feed unit is slightly it clicks into place.

  • Page 139: Typical Problems And Solutions

    Color Ink Low The color ink cartridge is Prepare a new color ink nearly empty. cartridge. Typical Problems and Solutions Most printer problems have simple solutions. Determine the nature of the problem from the descriptions below, and apply the recommended solutions. For more information, see “Troubleshooting”...
  • Page 140 If the jammed paper does not clear, follow the steps below. 1. Click the EPSON Stylus Scan 2500 button on the task bar. 2. Select all print jobs and click the Cancel button. 3. Open the maintenance cover and turn off the Stylus Scan.
  • Page 141 Also check the following: ❏ The paper isn’t old or creased. ❏ Paper isn’t loaded above the arrow on the left edge guide. ❏ The edge guides are set correctly. ❏ The paper isn’t too thin or rough. Use paper that meets the requirements for this printer.

  • Page 143: Options And Consumable Products

    Interface cables EPSON supplies several types of interface cables. You can use any interface cable that meets the following specifications. See your computer manual for any additional requirements. Parallel Interface Cable (shielded) C83602✽ from D-SUB 25-pin...

  • Page 144: Consumable Products

    S020191 Note: The product numbers of ink cartridges vary by location. EPSON special media EPSON offers specifically designed media for ink jet printers to meet most high-quality printing needs. EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (A4) S041059 EPSON Premium Ink Jet Plain Paper (A4)
  • Page 145 EPSON Ink Jet Note Cards A6 (with envelopes) S041147 EPSON Ink Jet Greeting Cards 5 × 8” (with envelopes) S041148 EPSON Ink Jet Greeting Cards 8 × 10” (with envelopes) S041149 EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (A4) S041071 EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film (A6)

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