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  • Page 1 User's Guide NPD5745-00 EN...
  • Page 2 Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result of accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.)
  • Page 3 ❏ PRINT Image Matching™ and the PRINT Image Matching logo are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Copyright © 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All rights reserved. ❏ Epson Scan 2 software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group. ❏ libtiff Copyright ©...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Wi-Fi Connection..... . . 17 Using Epson iPrint..... . . 55 Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection.
  • Page 5 Ink Bottle Handling Precautions....67 Epson Event Manager..... . .89 Refilling the Ink Tanks.
  • Page 6 Other Printing Problems....111 Contacting Epson Support....127 Printing Is Too Slow.

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    About This Manual About This Manual Introduction to the Manuals The following manuals are supplied with your Epson printer. As well as the manuals, see the help included in the various Epson software applications. ❏ Start Here (paper manual) Provides you with information on setting up the printer, installing the software, using the printer, solving problems, and so on.

  • Page 8: Descriptions Used In This Manual

    Descriptions Used in this Manual ❏ Screenshots of the printer driver and the Epson Scan 2 (scanner driver) screens are from Windows 10 or OS X El Capitan. The content displayed on the screens varies depending on the model and situation.

  • Page 9: Important Instructions

    ❏ Some of the symbols used on your printer are to ensure safety and proper use of the printer. Visit the following Web site to learn the meaning of the symbols. http://support.epson.net/symbols ❏ Use only the power cord supplied with the printer and do not use the cord with any other equipment. Use of other cords with this printer or the use of the supplied power cord with other equipment may result in fire or electric shock.

  • Page 10: Advisories And Warnings For Setting Up/Using The Printer

    User's Guide Important Instructions Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/Using the Printer ❏ Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer. ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer's label. ❏ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off. ❏...

  • Page 11: Advisories And Warnings For Using The Printer With A Wireless Connection

    User's Guide Important Instructions Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer with a Wireless Connection ❏ Radio waves from this printer may negatively affect the operation of medical electronic equipment, causing them to malfunction. When using this printer inside medical facilities or near medical equipment, follow directions from the authorized personnel representing the medical facilities, and follow all posted warnings and directions on the medical equipment.

  • Page 12: Printer Basics

    User's Guide Printer Basics Printer Basics Part Names and Functions Edge guide Feeds the paper straight into the printer. Slide to the edges of the paper. Rear paper feed Loads paper. Paper support Supports loaded paper. Feeder guard Prevents foreign substance from entering the printer. Usually keep this guard closed.
  • Page 13 User's Guide Printer Basics Scanner unit Scans placed originals. Open when removing jammed paper inside the printer. Ink tube Supplies ink to the print head. Ink tank unit Contains the ink tanks. Ink reservoir tanks (Ink tanks) Supplies ink to the ink tubes. Print head Fires ink.

  • Page 14: Control Panel

    User's Guide Printer Basics AC inlet Connects the power cord. USB port Connects a USB cable. Control Panel You can change the angle of the control panel. To lower the control panel, squeeze the lever on the back of the panel as shown below. Buttons and Lights...
  • Page 15 User's Guide Printer Basics The left and right lights indicate the network status. ❏ (Green light - left): Turns on while the printer is connected to a wireless (Wi-Fi) network. ❏ (Orange light - right): Turns on while the printer is connected to a network in Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) mode.
  • Page 16 User's Guide Printer Basics Turn the printer on while holding down the button to print the nozzle check pattern. Related Information “Checking the Error Indicators on the Printer” on page 94 & “Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup (WPS)” on page 21 &...

  • Page 17: Network Settings

    User's Guide Network Settings Network Settings Network Connection Types You can use the following connection methods. Wi-Fi Connection Connect the printer and the computer or smart device to the access point. This is the typical connection method for home or office networks where computers are connected by Wi-Fi through the access point. Related Information “Connecting to a Computer”...

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Computer

    Access the following website, and then enter the product name. Go to Setup, and then start setting up. http://epson.sn ❏ Setting up using the software disc (only for the models that come with a software disc and users with computers with disc drives.)

  • Page 19: Connecting To A Smart Device

    You can use the printer from a smart device when you connect the printer to the same Wi-Fi network (SSID) as the smart device. To use the printer from a smart device, set up from the following website. Access to the website from the smart device that you want to connect to the printer. http://epson.sn > Setup Note: If you want to connect a computer and a smart device to the printer at the same time, we recommend connecting the computer first.

  • Page 20: Making Wi-Fi Settings By Push Button Setup

    User's Guide Network Settings Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup You can automatically set up a Wi-Fi network by pressing a button on the access point. If the following conditions are met, you can set up by using this method. ❏...

  • Page 21: Making Wi-Fi Settings By Pin Code Setup (Wps)

    User's Guide Network Settings “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 100 & Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup (WPS) You can connect to an access point by using a PIN code that is printed on the network status sheet. You can use this method to set up if an access point is capable of WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).

  • Page 22: Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple Ap) Connection Settings

    User's Guide Network Settings Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection Settings This method allows you to connect the printer directly to devices without an access point. The printer acts as an access point. Important: When you connect from a computer or smart device to the printer using the Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection, the printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network (SSID) as the computer or smart device and the communication is established between them.

  • Page 23: Checking The Network Connection Status

    Press the button if you want to reject the connection request. See Tips on the following website for more details. http://epson.sn > Support Related Information “Printing a Network Status Sheet” on page 29 &...
  • Page 24 User's Guide Network Settings Messages and Solutions on the Network Connection Report Check the messages and error codes on the network connection report, and then follow the solutions. a. Error code b. Messages on the Network Environment Related Information “E-2, E-3, E-7” on page 25 &...
  • Page 25 ❏ If your Wi-Fi connection suddenly disconnects, check for the conditions below. If any of these conditions are applicable, reset your network settings by downloading and running the software from the following website. http://epson.sn > Setup ❏ Another smart device was added to the network using push button setup.
  • Page 26 User's Guide Network Settings Solutions: Make sure the access point's security type is set to one of the following. If it is not, change the security type on the access point, and then reset the printer's network settings. ❏ WEP-64 bit (40 bit) ❏...
  • Page 27 If still does not connect your printer and network devices after confirming the above, turn off the access point. Wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn it on. Then reset your network settings by downloading and running the installer from the following website. http://epson.sn > Setup Related Information “Connecting to a Computer”...
  • Page 28 ❏ Turn off the access point. Wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn it on. ❏ Make network settings again using the installer. You can run it from the following website. http://epson.sn > Setup ❏ You can register several passwords on an access point that uses WEP security type. If several passwords are registered, check if the first registered password is set on the printer.

  • Page 29: Printing A Network Status Sheet

    ❏ Make network settings on the computer that is on the same network as the printer using the installer. You can run it from the following website. http://epson.sn > Setup ❏ You can register several passwords on an access point that uses the WEP security type. If several passwords are registered, check if the first registered password is set on the printer.

  • Page 30: Replacing Or Adding New Access Points

    Access the following website, and then enter the product name. Go to Setup, and then start setting up. http://epson.sn ❏ Setting up using the software disc (only for the models that come with a software disc and users with computers with disc drives.)

  • Page 31: Restoring The Network Settings From The Control Panel

    User's Guide Network Settings Select Change or re-set the connection method on the Select Software Installation screen, and then click Next. Restoring the Network Settings from the Control Panel You can restore all network settings to their defaults. 1. Turn the printer off. 2.

  • Page 32: Loading Paper

    User's Guide Loading Paper Loading Paper Paper Handling Precautions ❏ Read the instruction sheets supplied with the paper. ❏ Fan and align the edges of the paper before loading. Do not fan or curl photo paper. Doing so may damage the printable side.

  • Page 33: Available Paper And Capacities

    For manual 2-sided printing, you can load up to 30 sheets for paper with one side already printed. Only printing from computer or smart device is available. Note: The availability of paper varies by location. For the latest information on paper available in your area, contact Epson support. Commercially Available Paper...

  • Page 34: Loading Paper In The Rear Paper Feed

    Envelope Envelope For smart devices, these media types can be selected when printing using Epson iPrint. These paper types are compatible with Exif Print and PRINT Image Matching when printed by the printer driver. For more information, see the documentation that came with the Exif Print or PRINT Image Matching compatible digital camera.
  • Page 35 User's Guide Loading Paper 3. Load paper vertically along the right side of the rear paper feed with the printable side facing up. Important: Do not load more than the maximum number of sheets specified for the paper. For plain paper, do not load above the line indicated by the triangle symbol on the edge guide.
  • Page 36 User's Guide Loading Paper 4. Slide the edge guide to the edge of the paper, and then close the feeder guard. 5. Slide out the output tray. Note: Return the remaining paper to its package. If you leave it in the printer, the paper may curl or the print quality may decline.

  • Page 37: Placing Originals On The Scanner Glass

    User's Guide Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Important: When placing bulky originals such as books, prevent exterior light from shining directly onto the scanner glass. 1. Open the document cover. 2. Remove any dust or stains on the scanner glass. 3.

  • Page 38: Placing Multiple Photos For Scanning At The Same Time

    Time You can scan multiple photos at the same time and save each image in Photo Mode in Epson Scan 2 when you select Thumbnail from the list at the top of the preview window. Place the photos 4.5 mm away from the horizontal and vertical edges of the scanner glass, and place them at least 20 mm apart from each other.

  • Page 39: Printing

    User's Guide Printing Printing Printing from a Computer Printing Basics - Windows Note: ❏ See the online help for explanations of the setting items. Right-click an item, and then click Help. ❏ Operations differ depending on the application. See the application's help for details. 1.

  • Page 40: Printing Basics - Mac Os

    User's Guide Printing ❏ Color: Select Grayscale when you want to print in black or shades of gray. Note: When printing on envelopes, select Landscape as the Orientation setting. 7. Click OK to close the printer driver window. 8. Click Print. Related Information “Available Paper and Capacities”...
  • Page 41 ❏ When printing on envelopes, select landscape orientation. 5. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. Note: On OS X Mountain Lion or later, if the Print Settings menu is not displayed, the Epson printer driver has not been installed correctly. Select System Preferences from the menu >...

  • Page 42: Printing On 2-Sides (For Windows Only)

    ❏ Depending on the paper and the data, ink may bleed through to the other side of the paper. ❏ If EPSON Status Monitor 3 is disabled, access the printer driver, click Extended Settings on the Maintenance tab, and then select Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3.

  • Page 43: Printing Several Pages On One Sheet

    User's Guide Printing 7. Click Print. When the first side has finished printing, a pop-up window is displayed on the computer. Follow the on-screen instructions. Related Information “Available Paper and Capacities” on page 33 & “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed” on page 34 &...

  • Page 44: Printing To Fit The Paper Size

    User's Guide Printing Printing Several Pages on One Sheet - Mac OS 1. Load paper in the printer. 2. Open the file you want to print. 3. Access the print dialog. 4. Select Layout from the pop-up menu. 5. Set the number of pages in Pages per Sheet, the Layout Direction (page order), and Border. 6.

  • Page 45: Printing Multiple Files Together (For Windows Only)

    User's Guide Printing Note: If you want to print a reduced image at the center of the page, select Center. 5. Set the other items on the Main and More Options tabs as necessary, and then click OK. 6. Click Print. Related Information “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed”...

  • Page 46: Printing One Image On Multiple Sheets To Create A Poster (For Windows Only)

    User's Guide Printing 1. Load paper in the printer. 2. Open the file you want to print. 3. Access the printer driver window. 4. Select Job Arranger Lite on the Main tab. 5. Click OK to close the printer driver window. 6.
  • Page 47 User's Guide Printing 3. Access the printer driver window. 4. Select 2x1 Poster, 2x2 Poster, 3x3 Poster, or 4x4 Poster from Multi-Page on the Main tab. 5. Click Settings, make the appropriate settings, and then click OK. Note: Print Cutting Guides allows you to print a cutting guide. 6.
  • Page 48 User's Guide Printing 1. Prepare Sheet 1 and Sheet 2. Cut off the margins of Sheet 1 along the vertical blue line through the center of the top and bottom cross marks. 2. Place the edge of Sheet 1 on top of Sheet 2 and align the cross marks, then temporarily tape the two sheets together from the back.
  • Page 49 User's Guide Printing 3. Cut the taped sheets in two along the vertical red line through the alignment markers (this time, the line to the left of the cross marks). 4. Tape the sheets together from the back. 5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 to tape Sheet 3 and Sheet 4 together.
  • Page 50 User's Guide Printing 6. Cut off the margins of Sheet 1 and Sheet 2 along the horizontal blue line through the center of the left and right side cross marks. 7. Place the edge of Sheet 1 and Sheet 2 on top of Sheet 3 and Sheet 4 and align the cross marks, and then temporarily tape them together from the back.
  • Page 51 User's Guide Printing 8. Cut the taped sheets in two along the horizontal red line through the alignment markers (this time, the line above the cross marks). 9. Tape the sheets together from the back.

  • Page 52: Printing Using Advanced Features

    User's Guide Printing 10. Cut off the remaining margins along the outer guide. Printing Using Advanced Features This section introduces a variety of additional layout and printing features available on the printer driver. Related Information “Windows Printer Driver” on page 82 &...
  • Page 53 User's Guide Printing Windows To add your own preset, set items such as the Document Size and Paper Type on the Main or More Options tab, and then click Add/Remove Presets in Printing Presets. Note: To delete an added preset, click Add/Remove Presets, select the preset name you want to delete from the list, and then delete Mac OS Access the print dialog.

  • Page 54: Printing Photos Using Epson Easy Photo Print

    Click Watermark Features in the More Options tab, and then select Header/Footer. Click Settings and select necessary items from the drop-down list. Printing Photos Using Epson Easy Photo Print Epson Easy Photo Print lets you lay out and print photos easily on various types of paper. See the application's help for details. Note: By printing on genuine Epson photo paper, the ink quality is maximized and the printouts are vivid and clear.

  • Page 55: Printing From Smart Devices

    Using Epson iPrint Epson iPrint is an application that allows you to print photos, documents, and web pages from a smart device such as a smartphone or tablet. You can use local print, printing from a smart device that is connected to the same wireless network as your printer, or remote print, printing from a remote location over the Internet.

  • Page 56: Canceling Printing

    Displays photos and documents you selected. Starts printing. Note: To print from the document menu using iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch running iOS, start Epson iPrint after transferring the document you want to print using the file sharing function in iTunes. Canceling Printing Note: ❏...

  • Page 57: Canceling Printing - Printer Button

    User's Guide Printing Canceling Printing - Printer Button Press the button to cancel the print job in progress. Canceling Printing - Windows 1. Access the printer driver window. 2. Select the Maintenance tab. 3. Click Print Queue. 4. Right-click on the job you want to cancel and then select Cancel. Related Information “Windows Printer Driver”...

  • Page 58: Copying

    User's Guide Copying Copying Copying Basics You can copy on A4-size paper at the same magnification. Margins with a width of 3 mm appear around the edges of the paper regardless of whether or not the original has margins around the edges of the paper. When copying originals smaller than A4-size, margins will be wider than 3 mm depending on the position where you place the original.

  • Page 59: Scanning

    Note: ❏ You can change the scan settings such as the scanning size, folder to save, or save format, by using Epson Event Manager. ❏ The color, size, and border of the scanned image will not be exactly the same as the original.
  • Page 60 User's Guide Scanning 4. Make the following settings on the Main Settings tab. ❏ Document Size: Select the size of the original you placed. ❏ Image Type: Select the color for saving the scanned image. ❏ Resolution: Select the resolution. Note: The Document Source setting is fixed as Scanner Glass.
  • Page 61 User's Guide Scanning Note: The items may not be available depending on other settings you made. 6. Set the file saving settings. ❏ Image Format: Select the save format from the list. You can make detailed settings for each save format except BITMAP and PNG. Select Options from the list after selecting the save format.
  • Page 62 User's Guide Scanning Scanning Photos or Pictures (Photo Mode) Using Photo Mode in Epson Scan 2, you can scan originals with wide variety of image adjustment features that are suitable for photos or pictures. 1. Place the originals. By placing multiple originals on the scanner glass, you can scan them all at the same time. Make sure there is a gap of at least 20 mm between the originals.
  • Page 63 User's Guide Scanning 5. Click Preview. The preview window opens, and the previewed images are displayed as thumbnails. Note: To preview the entire scanned area, select Normal from the list at the top of the preview widow. 6. Confirm the preview, and make image adjustment settings on the Advanced Settings tab if necessary.
  • Page 64 User's Guide Scanning You can adjust the scanned image using detailed settings that are suitable for photos or pictures, such as the following. ❏ Brightness: You can adjust the brightness for the scanned image. ❏ Contrast: You can adjust the contrast for the scanned image. ❏...

  • Page 65: Scanning From Smart Devices

    Scanning from Smart Devices Epson iPrint is an application that allows you to scan photos and documents from a smart device, such as a smartphone or tablet, that is connected to the same wireless network as your printer. You can save the scanned data on a smart device or to Cloud services, send it by email, or print it.
  • Page 66 User's Guide Scanning The following screens are subject to change without notice. Home screen displayed when the application is started. Displays information on how to setup the printer and a FAQ. Displays the screen where you can select the printer and make printer settings. Once you have selected the printer, you do not need to select it again from the next time.

  • Page 67: Refilling Ink

    Y: Yellow Important: Epson warranty does not cover damage caused by inks other than those specified, including any genuine Epson ink not designed for this printer or any third party ink. Other products not manufactured by Epson may cause damage that is not covered by Epson’s warranties, and under certain circumstances, may cause erratic printer behavior.

  • Page 68: Refilling The Ink Tanks

    ❏ Store ink bottles at normal room temperature and keep them away from direct sunlight. ❏ Epson recommends using the ink bottle before the date printed on the package. ❏ Store the ink bottles in the same environment as the printer.
  • Page 69 User's Guide Refilling Ink 1. Unhook the ink tank unit from the printer and lay it down. Important: Do not pull the tubes. 2. Open the ink tank unit cover, and then remove the cap of the ink tank. Important: ❏...
  • Page 70 User's Guide Refilling Ink 3. Snap off the top of the cap or remove the cap cover. Note: ❏ Design of ink bottles varies depending on the production date and the location of purchase. ❏ Do not dispose of the top of the cap or the cap cover. If any ink remains in the ink bottle after refilling the tank, use the top of the cap or cap cover to seal the ink bottle cap.
  • Page 71 User's Guide Refilling Ink 5. Refill the ink tank with the correct colored ink up to the upper line on the ink tank. Note: If any ink remains in the ink bottle after refilling the ink tank to the upper line, install the top of the cap or cap cover securely and store the ink bottle upright for later use.
  • Page 72 User's Guide Refilling Ink 8. Hook the ink tank unit onto the printer. Related Information “Ink Bottle Codes” on page 67 & “Ink Bottle Handling Precautions” on page 67 &...

  • Page 73: Maintaining The Printer

    We recommend to turn off the printer. If print quality has still not improved, contact Epson support. ❏ To prevent the print head from drying out, do not unplug the printer while the power is on.

  • Page 74: Checking And Cleaning The Print Head - Windows

    User's Guide Maintaining the Printer 5. Hold the button down for three seconds until the power light starts flashing. Print head cleaning starts. 6. When the power light stops flashing, print a nozzle check pattern again. Repeat cleaning and printing the pattern until all lines are printed completely.

  • Page 75: Replacing Ink Inside The Ink Tubes - Windows

    ❏ This feature effects the service life of the ink pad. Ink pad reaches its capacity earlier by running this feature. Contact Epson or an authorised Epson service provider to request replacement before the end of its service life. It is not a user-serviceable part.

  • Page 76: Aligning The Print Head - Mac Os

    Note: If you have a paper feed problem and if you have a cleaning sheet that came with Epson genuine paper, you may be able to solve the paper feed problem by using the cleaning sheet instead of using A4-size plain paper. When using the cleaning sheet, load the sheet in the printer following the instructions that came with the sheet.

  • Page 77: Cleaning The Scanner Glass

    User's Guide Maintaining the Printer “Copying Basics” on page 58 & Cleaning the Scanner Glass When the copies or scanned images are smeared or scuffed, clean the scanner glass. Important: Never use alcohol or thinner to clean the printer. These chemicals can damage the printer. 1.

  • Page 78: Checking The Total Number Of Pages Fed Through The Printer - Windows

    User's Guide Maintaining the Printer 3. Turn the printer on while holding the button down, and then release the buttons when the power light flashes. Related Information “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed” on page 34 & Checking the Total Number of Pages Fed Through the Printer - Windows 1.

  • Page 79: Saving Power - Mac Os

    User's Guide Maintaining the Printer Related Information “Windows Printer Driver” on page 82 & Saving Power - Mac OS 1. Select System Preferences from the menu > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax), and then select the printer. 2.

  • Page 80: Network Service And Software Information

    Epson Connect Service By using Epson Connect service available on the Internet, you can print from your smartphone, tablet PC, or laptop, anytime and practically anywhere. The features available on the Internet are as follows.

  • Page 81: Running Web Config On A Web Browser

    IPv6: http://[the printer's IP address]/ Examples: IPv4: http://192.168.100.201/ IPv6: http://[2001:db8::1000:1]/ Note: Using the smart device, you can also run Web Config from the maintenance screen of Epson iPrint. Related Information “Using Epson iPrint” on page 55 & Running Web Config on Windows When connecting a computer to the printer using WSD, follow the steps below to run Web Config.

  • Page 82: Running Web Config On Mac Os

    User's Guide Network Service and Software Information Running Web Config on Mac OS 1. Select System Preferences from the menu > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax), and then select the printer. 2. Click Options & Supplies> Show Printer Webpage. Windows Printer Driver The printer driver controls the printer according to the commands from an application.

  • Page 83: Guide To Windows Printer Driver

    User's Guide Network Service and Software Information Note: If the printer icon is not displayed on the task bar, access the printer driver window, click Monitoring Preferences on the Maintenance tab, and then select Register the shortcut icon to the taskbar. Starting the utility Access the printer driver window.
  • Page 84 User's Guide Network Service and Software Information More Options Tab You can select additional layout and printing options such as changing the size of a printout or making color corrections.

  • Page 85: Making Operation Settings For The Windows Printer Driver

    Network Service and Software Information Maintenance Tab You can run maintenance features such as nozzle check and print head cleaning, and by starting EPSON Status Monitor 3, you can check printer status and error information. Making Operation Settings for the Windows Printer Driver You can make settings such as enabling EPSON Status Monitor 3.

  • Page 86: Guide To Mac Os Printer Driver

    User's Guide Network Service and Software Information Accessing the printer driver from applications Click Page Setup or Print on the File menu of your application. If necessary, click Show Details (or ) to expand the print window. Note: Depending on the application being used, Page Setup may not be displayed in the File menu, and the operations for displaying the print screen may differ.
  • Page 87 When you select EPSON Color Controls from the Color Matching menu, you can select a color correction method. Note: On OS X Mountain Lion or later, if Print Settings menu is not displayed, Epson printer driver has not been installed correctly. Select System Preferences from the menu >...

  • Page 88: Making Operation Settings For The Mac Os Printer Driver

    Enter the application name in the search charm, and then select the displayed icon. ❏ Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP Click the start button, and then select All Programs or Programs > EPSON > Epson Scan 2> Epson Scan 2. Starting on Mac OS Note: Epson Scan 2 does not support the Mac OS fast user switching feature.

  • Page 89: Epson Event Manager

    Epson Event Manager Epson Event Manager is an application that allows you to manage scanning from the control panel and save images to a computer. You can add your own settings as presets, such as the document type, the save folder location, and the image format.

  • Page 90: E-Web Print (For Windows Only)

    Click the start button, and then select All Programs (or Programs) > Epson Software > EPSON Software Updater. Note: You can also start EPSON Software Updater by clicking the printer icon on the task bar on the desktop, and then selecting Software Update. Starting on Mac OS Select Go >...

  • Page 91: Uninstalling Applications

    If the User Account Control window is displayed, click Continue. 7. Follow the on-screen instructions. Uninstalling Applications - Mac OS 1. Download the Uninstaller using EPSON Software Updater. Once you have downloaded the Uninstaller, you do not need to download it again each time you uninstall the application.

  • Page 92: Installing Applications

    6. Select the application you want to uninstall, and then click Uninstall. Important: The Uninstaller removes all drivers for Epson inkjet printers on the computer. If you use multiple Epson inkjet printers and you only want to delete some drivers, delete all of them first, and then install the necessary printer driver again.

  • Page 93: Updating Applications And Firmware

    Do not turn off the computer or the printer while updating. Note: If you cannot find the application you want to update in the list, you cannot update using the EPSON Software Updater. Check for the latest versions of the applications from your local Epson website.

  • Page 94: Solving Problems

    The ink pads need to be replaced. light and light flash alternately. Contact Epson or an authorised Epson service An ink pad is nearing or at the end of its provider to replace the ink pad*. It is not a user- service life.

  • Page 95: Checking The Printer Status - Windows

    Monitoring Preferences on the Maintenance tab, and then select Register the shortcut icon to the taskbar. ❏ If EPSON Status Monitor 3 is disabled, click Extended Settings on the Maintenance tab, and then select Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3.

  • Page 96: Removing Jammed Paper

    User's Guide Solving Problems Removing Jammed Paper Check the error displayed on the control panel and follow the instructions to remove the jammed paper including any torn pieces. Next, clear the error. Important: Remove the jammed paper carefully. Removing the paper vigorously may cause damage to the printer. Related Information “Checking the Error Indicators on the Printer”...
  • Page 97 User's Guide Solving Problems 1. Open the scanner unit with the document cover closed. 2. Remove the jammed paper. Important: Do not touch the white flat cable, translucent part, and ink tubes inside the printer. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

  • Page 98: Paper Does Not Feed Correctly

    User's Guide Solving Problems 3. Close the scanner unit. Paper Does Not Feed Correctly Check the following points, and then take the appropriate actions to solve the problem. ❏ Place the printer on a flat surface and operate in the recommended environmental conditions. ❏...

  • Page 99: Several Sheets Of Paper Are Fed At A Time

    ❏ Do not load more than the maximum number of sheets specified for the paper. For plain paper, do not load above the line indicated by the triangle symbol on the edge guide. ❏ If you have the cleaning sheet that came with Epson genuine paper, use it to clean the roller inside the printer. Related Information “Available Paper and Capacities”...

  • Page 100: When You Cannot Make Network Settings

    User's Guide Solving Problems Checking the printer status from the computer (Windows) Click Print Queue on the printer driver's Maintenance tab, and then check the following. ❏ Check if there are any paused print jobs. Cancel printing if necessary. ❏ Make sure the printer is not offline or pending. If the printer is offline or pending, clear the offline or pending setting from the Printer menu.
  • Page 101 User's Guide Solving Problems ❏ When you are using multiple access points at the same time, you may not be able to use the printer from the computer or smart device depending on the settings of the access points. Connect the computer or smart device to the same access point as the printer.

  • Page 102: When You Cannot Connect Using Wi-Fi Direct (Simple Ap) Connection

    User's Guide Solving Problems ❏ Most access points have a privacy separator feature that blocks the communication from unauthorized devices. If you cannot connect to the network even if the devices and access point are connected to the same SSID, disable the privacy separator on the access point.

  • Page 103: Checking The Ssid Connected To The Printer

    User's Guide Solving Problems ❏ Product status screen for Web Config Launch a web browser from the connected device, and then enter the IP address for Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) to open Web Config. Tap Product Status > Wi-Fi Direct and check the Wi-Fi Direct status. Disconnect unnecessary devices If four devices have already been connected to the printer, disconnect the unnecessary devices and try to connect the new device.

  • Page 104: Checking The Ssid For The Computer

    User's Guide Solving Problems Checking the SSID for the Computer Windows Click in the task tray on the desktop. Check the name of the connected SSID from the list displayed. Mac OS Click the Wi-Fi icon at the top of the computer screen. A list of SSIDs is displayed and the connected SSID is indicated with a check mark.

  • Page 105: Suddenly The Printer Cannot Print Over A Network Connection

    User's Guide Solving Problems Suddenly the Printer Cannot Print over a Network Connection ❏ When you have changed your access point or provider, try making network settings for the printer again. Connect the computer or smart device to the same SSID as the printer. ❏...

  • Page 106: Banding Or Unexpected Colors Appear

    User's Guide Solving Problems “Refilling the Ink Tanks” on page 68 & “Replacing Ink inside the Ink Tubes” on page 74 & Banding or Unexpected Colors Appear The print head nozzles may be clogged. Perform a nozzle check to check if the print head nozzles are clogged. Clean the print head if any of the print head nozzles are clogged.

  • Page 107: Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, Or Misalignment

    User's Guide Solving Problems Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, or Misalignment Align the print head. Related Information “Aligning the Print Head” on page 75 & Print Quality Does Not Improve Even After Aligning the Print Head During bidirectional (or high speed) printing, the print head prints while moving in both directions, and vertical lines may be misaligned.

  • Page 108: Paper Is Smeared Or Scuffed

    Epson paper. ❏ Try to use genuine Epson ink bottles. This product is designed to adjust colors based on the use of genuine Epson ink bottles. The use of non-genuine ink bottles may cause print quality to decline.

  • Page 109: Printed Photos Are Sticky

    & Images or Photos are Printed in Unexpected Colors When printing from the Windows printer driver, the Epson auto photo adjustment setting is applied by default depending on the paper type. Try change the setting. On the More Options tab, select Custom in Color Correction, and then click Advanced. Change the Scene Correction setting from Auto Correct to any other option.

  • Page 110: Printed Characters Are Incorrect Or Garbled

    User's Guide Solving Problems Related Information “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed” on page 34 & “Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass” on page 37 & “Cleaning the Scanner Glass” on page 77 & “Printable Area” on page 118 &...

  • Page 111: Moiré (Cross-Hatch) Patterns Appear In The Copied Image

    User's Guide Solving Problems Moiré (Cross-Hatch) Patterns Appear in the Copied Image Place the original at a slightly different angle. An Image of the Reverse Side of the Original Appears in the Copied Image For a thin original, place the original on the scanner glass and then place a piece of black paper over it. The Printout Problem Could Not be Cleared If you have tried all of the solutions and have not solved the problem, try uninstalling and then reinstalling the printer driver.

  • Page 112: Printing Slows Down Dramatically During Continuous Printing

    ❏ If you scan at a high resolution over a network, a communication error may occur. Lower the resolution. ❏ Make sure you select the correct printer (scanner) if a scanner list is displayed when you start Epson Scan 2.

  • Page 113: Scanned Image Problems

    & The Image Quality Is Rough ❏ Set the Mode in Epson Scan 2 according to the original you want to scan. Scan using the settings for documents in Document Mode, and the settings for photos in Photo Mode. ❏ In Epson Scan 2, adjust the image using items on the Advanced Settings tab, and then scan.

  • Page 114: Text Is Blurred

    ❏ Select Document Mode as the Mode in Epson Scan 2. Scan using the settings for documents in Document Mode. ❏ In Document Mode in Epson Scan 2, when Image Type on the Main Settings tab is set to Black & White, adjust Threshold on the Advanced Settings tab. When you increase the Threshold, the black color area becomes larger.

  • Page 115: Cannot Preview In Thumbnail

    ❏ Originals with creases or wrinkles ❏ In Document Mode in Epson Scan 2, when Image Type on the Main Settings tab is set to Black & White, adjust Threshold on the Advanced Settings tab. When you increase the Threshold, black becomes stronger.

  • Page 116: Other Scanning Problems

    & Scanning Stops when Scanning to PDF/Multi-TIFF ❏ When scanning using Epson Scan 2, you can continuously scan up to 999 pages in PDF format and up to 200 pages in Multi-TIFF format. ❏ When scanning large volumes, we recommend scanning in grayscale.

  • Page 117: Other Problems

    User's Guide Solving Problems Other Problems Slight Electric Shock when Touching the Printer If many peripherals are connected to the computer, you may feel a slight electric shock when touching the printer. Install a ground wire to the computer that is connected to the printer. Operation Sounds Are Loud If operations sounds are too loud, enable Quiet Mode.

  • Page 118: Appendix

    User's Guide Appendix Appendix Technical Specifications Printer Specifications Print Head Nozzle Placement Black ink nozzles: 180 Color ink nozzles: 59 for each color Plain Paper 64 to 90 g/m2(17 to 24lb) Weight of Paper Envelopes Envelope #10, DL, C6: 75 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb) Even when the paper thickness is within this range, the paper may not feed in the printer or the print quality may decline depending on the paper properties or quality.

  • Page 119: Scanner Specifications

    User's Guide Appendix Scanner Specifications Scanner Type Flatbed Photoelectric Device Maximum Document Size 216×297 mm (8.5×11.7 in.) A4, Letter Resolution 1200 dpi (main scan) 2400 dpi (sub scan) Color Depth Color ❏ 48 bits per pixel internal (16 bits per pixel per color internal) ❏...
  • Page 120 IPP Printing (Windows, Mac IPv4, IPv6 UPnP Printing IPv4 Information appliance PictBridge Printing (Wi-Fi) IPv4 Digital camera ✓ Epson Connect (Email Print) IPv4 ✓ Network Scanning Epson Scan 2 IPv4, IPv6 Event Manager IPv4 Epson Connect (Scan to IPv4 Cloud)

  • Page 121: Wi-Fi Specifications

    User's Guide Appendix Wi-Fi Specifications *1*2 Standards IEEE802.11b/g/n Frequency Range 2.4 GHz Maximum Radio-Frequency Power 19.8 dBm (EIRP) Transmitted Coordination Modes Infrastructure, Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Wireless Securities WEP (64/128bit),WPA2-PSK (AES) Complies with either IEEE 802.11b/g/n or IEEE 802.11b/g depending on location of purchase. IEEE802.11n is only available for the HT20.

  • Page 122: Environmental Specifications

    User's Guide Appendix Power Consumption (with USB Con- Standalone copying: Approx. 11 W Standalone copying: Approx. 11 W nection) (ISO/IEC24712) (ISO/IEC24712) Ready mode: Approx. 3.6 W Ready mode: Approx. 3.6 W Sleep mode: Approx. 1.5 W Sleep mode: Approx. 1.5 W Power off: Approx.

  • Page 123: Regulatory Information

    Standards and Approvals Standards and Approvals for Australian Model AS/NZS CISPR32 Class B Epson hereby declares that the following equipment Models are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of AS/NZS4268: C462S Epson cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non- recommended modification of the products.

  • Page 124: Transporting The Printer

    User's Guide Appendix Transporting the Printer When you need to transport the printer to move or for repairs, follow the steps below to pack the printer. Important: ❏ When storing or transporting the printer, avoid tilting it, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down; otherwise ink may leak.
  • Page 125 User's Guide Appendix 6. Open the scanner unit with the document cover closed. Secure the print head to the case with tape. 7. Close the scanner unit. 8. Prepare to pack the printer as shown below.

  • Page 126: Where To Get Help

    Technical Support Web Site If you need further help, visit the Epson support website shown below. Select your country or region and go to the support section of your local Epson website. The latest drivers, FAQs, manuals, or other downloadables are also available from the site.

  • Page 127: Contacting Epson Support

    Depending on the product, network settings may be stored in the product’s memory. Due to breakdown or repair of a product, settings may be lost. Epson shall not be responsible for the loss of any data, for backing up or recovering settings even during a warranty period.
  • Page 128 User's Guide Appendix Transportation of Product Epson recommends retaining product packaging for future transportation. Securing the ink tank with tape and keeping the product upright is also recommended. Help for Users in Singapore Sources of information, support, and services available from Epson Singapore are: World Wide Web http://www.epson.com.sg...
  • Page 129 Appendix Epson Hotline Phone(Ho Chi Minh City): 84-8-823-9239 Phone(Hanoi City): 84-4-3978-4785, 84-4-3978-4775 Epson Service Center 65 Truong Dinh Street, District 1, Hochiminh City, Vietnam. 29 Tue Tinh, Quan Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi City, Vietnam Help for Users in Indonesia Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web http://www.epson.co.id...
  • Page 130 Company Name Address Phone E-mail EAST JAWA ESC Surabaya HITECH MALL LT.2 BLOK A NO. 24 JL. (+6231)5355035 KUSUMA BANGSA NO. 116 -118 - sby-technical@epson- SURABAYA JATIM indonesia.co.id SOUTH ESC Makassar JL. GUNUNG BAWAKARAENG NO. 68E - (+62411)328212 SULAWESI MAKASSAR SULSEL mksr-technical@epson- indonesia.co.id...
  • Page 131 Accessible 9am to 6pm, Monday through Saturday (Except public holidays) Help for Users in the Philippines To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the Epson Philippines Corporation at the telephone, fax numbers and e-mail address below: World Wide Web http://www.epson.com.ph...
  • Page 132 User's Guide Appendix Information on product specifications, drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), and E-mail Enquiries are available. Epson Philippines Customer Care Toll Free: (PLDT) 1800-1069-37766 Toll Free: (Digital) 1800-3-0037766 Metro Manila: (+632)441-9030 Web Site: https://www.epson.com.ph/contact E-mail: customercare@epc.epson.som.ph Our Customer Care team can help you with the following over the phone: ❏...

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