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Basic Operation Guide
Introduction ...................................................................................... 2
EPSON STYLUS DX Parts ........................................................................ 2
Control Panel........................................................................................ 3
Loading Paper ................................................................................. 5
Selecting Paper .................................................................................... 5
Loading the Paper in Your EPSON STYLUS DX ................................... 5
Copying a Photo or Document ..................................................... 7
Placing the Original on the Document Table................................... 7
Copying an A4-size Document .......................................................... 7
Copying a Photo.................................................................................. 8
Speeding Up Copying ......................................................................... 8
Compatible Cards and Inserting Positions ........................................ 9
Inserting the Card .............................................................................. 10
Printing an Index Sheet to Select Photos......................................... 10
Printing All Photos or DPOF Photos ................................................... 12
Printing From a Digital Camera ................................................... 13
Connecting and Printing................................................................... 13
Replacing Ink Cartridges................................................................... 14
Checking the Print Head Nozzles and Ink ....................................... 16
Cleaning the Print Head.................................................................... 16
Aligning the Print Head...................................................................... 17
Transporting Your EPSON STYLUS DX................................................. 17
Solving Problems ............................................................................ 18
Error Indicators .................................................................................... 18
Problems and Solutions ..................................................................... 20
Customer Support .............................................................................. 21
Notices ............................................................................................ 22
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................ 22
Copyright Notice................................................................................ 23

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Control Panel..................3 Loading Paper ................. 5 Selecting Paper ..................5 Loading the Paper in Your EPSON STYLUS DX ........5 Copying a Photo or Document ............. 7 Placing the Original on the Document Table........7 Copying an A4-size Document ............7 Copying a Photo..................
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction After you have set up your EPSON STYLUS™ DX as EPSON STYLUS DX Parts described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to: edge guide sheet feeder paper support extension ■ Load paper paper support ■ Make a quick copy of a document or photo feeder guard ■...
  • Page 3: Control Panel

    Press to copy in color or to start memory card printing. y Stop Press to stop copying. The sheet being printed is ejected and the number of copies is reset. * The EPSON STYLUS DX4200 Series does not have a Memory Card button. Introduction...
  • Page 4 Note: If no buttons are pressed for 15 minutes, the EPSON STYLUS DX enters “sleep” mode. The On light is lit and a flashing dot appears in the copy window. To “wake” it press any button except the P On button.
  • Page 5: Loading Paper

    However, for the best Open the paper support and output tray, then results, you will want to use one of Epson’s special ink slide out the extensions. jet papers designed for your EPSON STYLUS DX.
  • Page 6 Insert the paper, printable side up, against the Also make sure the paper thickness lever is set right side of the sheet feeder. Always load it short down to the m position. edge first, even for landscape printing. Place the stack of paper behind the tabs and make sure it fits under the c arrow mark inside the left edge guide.
  • Page 7: Copying A Photo Or Document

    Never open the document cover beyond where it stops and do Load A4-size plain paper. (& Page 5 if you need not place heavy objects on top of the EPSON STYLUS DX. instructions.) Make the following settings on the control panel.
  • Page 8: Copying A Photo

    To make a black-and-white copy, press the x Start B&W button. press the x Start B&W button. The On light flashes, and after a moment the EPSON STYLUS DX starts printing. Caution: To avoid damaging the EPSON STYLUS DX, never open the The On light flashes, and after a moment the EPSON scanner unit while scanning or copying.
  • Page 9: Printing From A Memory Card (Dx4800 Series Only)

    Order Format), you can pre-select the photos you want Compact Flash Microdrive to print while the card is still in the camera. Then, when you insert the card in the EPSON STYLUS DX, it knows which photos to print and how many copies of each. See these sections: ■...
  • Page 10: Inserting The Card

    Selecting photos on the index sheet. using DPOF (Page 12) Caution: Do not remove the card or turn off the EPSON STYLUS DX while the memory card light is flashing, or you may lose data on the card. Note: ❏ You can print only in color from a memory card; you cannot print in black and white.
  • Page 11 Printing the Index Sheet your selections. Make sure your EPSON STYLUS DX is not connected to your computer (or your computer is Scanning the Index Sheet and turned off).
  • Page 12: Printing All Photos Or Dpof Photos

    Press the x Start Color button to start printing. Note: If you need to stop printing, press the y Stop button. When you are done printing, remove the memory card by pulling it straight out of its slot. Printing All Photos or DPOF Photos Follow the steps below to print one copy of each photo on the card or to print only those photos that were...
  • Page 13: Printing From A Digital Camera

    File Format JPEG files ❏ Depending on the EPSON STYLUS DX and the digital camera settings, there may be some combinations of paper Image Size 80 x 80 pixels to 9200 x 9200 pixels type, size, and layout that are not supported.
  • Page 14: Maintaining And Transporting Your Epson Stylus Dx

    Do not move the print head by hand; this may damage the replacement, or the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may EPSON STYLUS DX. Always press the B ink button to move it. dry out. ❏ To ensure good results, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and Note: do not refill them.
  • Page 15 If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with 10. Close the scanner unit. water. Before you open the new ink cartridge package, shake it four or five times. Then remove it from the package. Maintaining and Transporting Your EPSON STYLUS DX...
  • Page 16: Checking The Print Head Nozzles And Ink

    The EPSON STYLUS DX turns on and prints a test pattern. It also shows the percentage of ink left in If you do not use your EPSON STYLUS DX often, it is a good each cartridge: idea to print a few pages at least once a month to maintain good print quality.
  • Page 17: Aligning The Print Head

    If you notice that vertical lines are not aligned properly on the nozzle check printout, you may be able to solve If you need to move your EPSON STYLUS DX some this problem by aligning the print head. distance, you need to prepare it for transportation in its original box or one of a similar size.
  • Page 18: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems If you have a problem with your EPSON STYLUS DX, check the lights on the control panel and the code number or letter in the Copy window to diagnose what may be causing the problem. You can also check “Problems and Solutions” on page 20 for troubleshooting suggestions on copying or printing from a memory card.
  • Page 19 All lights There is a problem with the Turn the EPSON STYLUS DX off and then back on. If the error does not clear, contact EPSON STYLUS DX. your local authorized service center or contact Epson for a referral. & “Customer Code E Support”...
  • Page 20: Problems And Solutions

    Other Problem document table and the EPSON STYLUS DX is not tilted or placed on an uneven surface. When you turn off your EPSON STYLUS DX, a red lamp inside the EPSON STYLUS DX may remain on. ■ Load the paper printable side up (usually the The lamp will stay on for a maximum of 15 minutes, whiter, brighter, or glossy side).
  • Page 21: Customer Support

    Technical Support Web Site Go to http://www.epson.com and select the Support section of your local EPSON web site for the latest drivers, FAQs, manuals and other downloadables. Epson's Technical Support Web Site provides help...
  • Page 22: Notices

    It will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle. ® NERGY Compliance ■ Make sure the back of the EPSON STYLUS DX is ® As an NERGY Partner, at least 10 cm away from the wall.
  • Page 23: Copyright Notice

    Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers. Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall...
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This manual is also suitable for:

Stylus dx4200 seriesStylus dx4800 seriesStylus dx4200Stylus dx4850plusStylus dx4850

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