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  • Page 1 User's Guide Printing Maintaining the Printer Solving Problems NPD6450-02 EN...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Printing on Envelopes from a Computer Guide to This Manual (Windows)......48 Introduction to the Manuals.
  • Page 3 Technical Support Web Site....112 Contacting Epson Support....112...
  • Page 4 Guide to This Manual Introduction to the Manuals......... . . 5 Searching for Information.

  • Page 5: Guide To This Manual

    > Searching for Information 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. O Important Safety Instructions (paper manual) Provides you with instructions to ensure the safe use of this printer.

  • Page 6: Printing Only The Pages You Need

    Guide to This Manual > > About This Manual Marks and Symbols O Mac OS: Hold down the command key, and then press ←. Printing Only the Pages You Need You can extract and print only the pages you need. Click Print in the File menu, and then specify the pages you want to print in Pages in Pages to Print.

  • Page 7: Notes On Screenshots And Illustrations

    Guide to This Manual > Trademarks Related Information & Links to related sections. Notes on Screenshots and Illustrations O Screenshots of the printer driver are from Windows 10 or macOS High Sierra. The content displayed on the screens varies depending on the model and situation. O Illustrations used in this manual are examples only.

  • Page 8: Copyright

    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 9: Important Instructions

    Important Instructions Safety Instructions..........10 Printer Advisories and Warnings.

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    O 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 O 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 11: Advisories And Warnings For Using The Printer

    Important Instructions > > … Printer Advisories and Warnings Advisories and Warnings for Transporting or Stori O Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off. O Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. O Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.

  • Page 12: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions..........13...

  • Page 13: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions > Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Rear paper feeder Loads paper. Paper support Supports loaded paper. Edge guide Feeds the paper straight into the printer. Slide to the edges of the paper. Control panel Allows you to operate the printer and indicates the printer's status.
  • Page 14 Part Names and Functions > Part Names and Functions Front cover Open when removing jammed paper inside the printer. Printer cover support Supports the printer cover when opening it. Print head Ink is ejected from the print head nozzles underneath. AC inlet Connects the power cord.

  • Page 15: Guide To The Control Panel

    Guide to the Control Panel Buttons and Functions..........16 Checking Lights and Printer Status.

  • Page 16: Buttons And Functions

    Guide to the Control Panel > Checking Lights and Printer Status Buttons and Functions Turns the printer on or off. Unplug the power cord after checking that the power light is off. Stops the current operation. Cancels paper out errors and paper jam errors. Hold this button down for five seconds until the button flashes to run print head cleaning.
  • Page 17 Load paper in the portrait direction. If the error cannot be cleared, contact Epson support. When the power is on or flashing O After clearing the error by pressing the button, we recommend performing a nozzle check.
  • Page 18 The need for replacement of the pad does not mean that your printer has ceased to operate in accordance with its specifications. The printer will advise you when the pad requires replacing and this can only be performed by an authorised Epson Service provider. The Epson warranty does not cover the cost of this replacement.

  • Page 19: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Paper Handling Precautions......... . 20 List of Paper Type.

  • Page 20: Paper Handling Precautions

    Paper Handling Precautions O Read the instruction sheets supplied with the paper. O To achieve high-quality printouts with genuine Epson paper, use the paper in the environment stated on the sheets supplied with the paper. O 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 21: Loading Paper In The Rear Paper Feeder

    Epson Double-Sided Matte Paper Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Epson Double-sided Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feeder 1. Pull out the paper support. 2. Slide the edge guides.

  • Page 22: Loading Envelopes In The Rear Paper Feeder

    Loading Paper > Loading Envelopes in the Rear Paper Feeder Important: O Do not load more than the maximum number of sheets specified for the paper. For plain paper, do not load above the line just under the symbol inside the edge guide. O Load paper short edge first.
  • Page 23 Loading Paper > Loading Envelopes in the Rear Paper Feeder 2. Slide the edge guides. 3. Load envelopes short edge first at the center of the paper support with the flap facing down. Important: Do not load more than the maximum number of sheets specified for the envelopes. 4.

  • Page 24: Loading Various Paper

    Loading Paper > > Loading Various Paper Loading Long Papers Loading Various Paper Loading Pre-punched Paper Load paper at the center arrow mark of the paper support with the printable side facing up. Load a single sheet of defined size plain paper with binding holes at the left or right. Adjust the print position of your file to avoid printing over the holes.

  • Page 25: Printing

    Printing Printing Documents..........26 Printing on Envelopes.

  • Page 26: Printing Documents

    Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows Printing Using Easy Settings Note: Operations may differ depending on the application. See the application's help for details. 1. Load paper in the printer. “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feeder”...
  • Page 27 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows 6. Change the settings as necessary. You can see the online help for explanations of the setting items. Right-clicking an item displays Help. 7. Click OK to close the printer driver window. 8.
  • Page 28 O Depending on the paper and the data, ink may bleed through to the other side of the paper. O You cannot perform manual 2-sided printing unless EPSON Status Monitor 3 is enabled. If EPSON Status Monitor 3 is disabled, access the printer driver window, click Extended Settings on the Maintenance tab, and then select Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3.
  • Page 29 O Depending on the paper and the data, ink may bleed through to the other side of the paper. O You cannot perform manual 2-sided printing unless EPSON Status Monitor 3 is enabled. If EPSON Status Monitor 3 is disabled, access the printer driver window, click Extended Settings on the Maintenance tab, and then select Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3.
  • Page 30 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows Printing Several Pages on One Sheet You can print several pages of data on a single sheet of paper. Note: This feature is not available with borderless printing. 1. On the printer driver's Main tab, select 2-Up, 4-Up, 6-Up, 8-Up, 9-Up, or 16-Up as the Multi-Page setting. 2.
  • Page 31 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows Note: This feature is not available with borderless printing. 1. On the printer driver's More Options tab, make the following settings. O Document Size: Select the size of the paper you set in the application setting. O Output Paper: Select the paper size you loaded in the printer.
  • Page 32 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows Related Information “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feeder” on page 21 & “Printing Using Easy Settings” on page 26 & Printing One Image on Multiple Sheets for Enlargement (Creating a Poster) This feature allows you to print one image on multiple sheets of paper.
  • Page 33 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows Making Posters Using Overlapping Alignment Marks Here is an example of how to make a poster when 2x2 Poster is selected, and Overlapping Alignment Marks is selected in Print Cutting Guides. 1.
  • Page 34 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows 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. 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).
  • Page 35 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows 4. Tape the sheets together from the back. 5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 to tape Sheet 3 and Sheet 4 together. 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.
  • Page 36 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows 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 37 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows 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 38 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows 10. Cut off the remaining margins along the outer guide. Printing with a Header and Footer You can print information such as a user name and printing date in headers or footers. 1.
  • Page 39 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows 2. Settings, and then select the items you want to print. Note: O To specify the first page number, select Page Number from the position you want to print in the header or footer, and then select the number in Starting number.
  • Page 40 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows Printing Multiple Files Together Job Arranger Lite allows you to combine several files created by different applications and print them as a single print job. You can specify the print settings for combined files, such as multi-page layout, and 2-sided printing. 1.
  • Page 41 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows O Quality: Standard or a higher quality O Print Color:Color O Applications: Microsoft® Office 2007 or later O Text Size: 96 pts or smaller 1. On the printer driver's More Options tab, click Image Options in the Color Correction setting. 2.
  • Page 42 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Windows 2. Set the other items on the Main and More Options tabs as necessary, and then click OK. 3. Click Print. Related Information “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feeder” on page 21 &...

  • Page 43: Printing From A Computer - Mac Os

    Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Mac OS 1. On the printer driver's Maintenance tab, click Extended Settings, and then select Barcode mode. 2. Set the other items on the Main and More Options tabs as necessary, and then click OK. 3.
  • Page 44 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Mac OS 5. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 6. Change the settings as necessary. 7. Click Print. Related Information “Available Paper and Capacities” on page 98 & “List of Paper Type” on page 20 &...
  • Page 45 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Mac OS 2. Click Presets to save the current settings as a preset. 3. Click OK. Note: To delete an added preset, click Presets > Show Presets, select the preset name you want to delete from the list, and then delete it.
  • Page 46 Printing > > Printing Documents Printing from a Computer - Mac OS Printing to Fit the Paper Size Select the paper size you loaded in the printer as the Destination Paper Size setting. 1. Select the size of the paper you set in the application as the Paper Size setting. 2.
  • Page 47 If the color is changed or becomes unnatural, print in a mode other than PhotoEnhance. 1. Select Color Matching from the pop-up menu, and then select EPSON Color Controls. 2. Select Color Options from the pop-up menu, and then select one of the available options.

  • Page 48: Printing On Envelopes

    7. Set the other items as necessary. 8. Click Print. Printing Web Pages Printing Web Pages from a Computer Epson Photo+ allows you to display web pages, crop the specified area, and then edit and print them. See the application’s help for details.

  • Page 49: Maintaining The Printer

    Maintaining the Printer Checking the Ink Levels..........50 Improving Print Quality.

  • Page 50: Checking The Ink Levels

    Maintaining the Printer > > Improving Print Quality Checking and Cleaning the Print Head Checking the Ink Levels To confirm the actual ink remaining, visually check the ink levels in all of the printer's tanks. Important: Prolonged use of the printer when the ink level is below the lower line could damage the printer. Related Information “Refilling the Ink Tanks”...
  • Page 51 Maintaining the Printer > > Improving Print Quality Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 3. Turn the printer on while holding the button down, and then release the buttons when the power light flashes. The nozzle check pattern is printed. Note: It may take some time to start printing the nozzle check pattern.

  • Page 52: Running Power Cleaning

    This feature effects the service life of the ink pads. The ink pads reach their capacity earlier by running this feature. If the ink pads have reached the end of their service life, contact Epson Support to request replacement. Note: When the ink levels are insufficient for Power Cleaning, you cannot run this feature.

  • Page 53: Preventing Nozzle Clogging

    Maintaining the Printer > > Improving Print Quality Aligning the Print Head Running Power Cleaning (Windows) 1. Access the printer driver window. 2. Click Power Cleaning on the Maintenance tab. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Running Power Cleaning (Mac OS) 1.

  • Page 54: Cleaning The Paper Path

    Maintaining the Printer > Cleaning the Printer 2. Select System Preferences from the Apple menu > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax), and then select the printer. 3. Click Options & Supplies > Utility > Open Printer Utility. 4.

  • Page 55: Cleaning Spilled Ink

    Any increase will affect the product's energy efficiency. Please consider the environment before making any change. Depending on the location of purchase, the printer may have a feature that turns it off automatically if it is not connected to for a specified amount of time. https://www.epson.eu/energy-consumption...

  • Page 56: Saving Power - Windows

    Maintaining the Printer > Installing or Uninstalling Applications Separately Saving Power - Windows 1. Access the printer driver window. 2. Click Printer and Option Information on the Maintenance tab. 3. Do one of the following. Note: Your product may have the Power Off Timer feature or Power Off If Disconnected and Power Off If Disconnected features depending on the location of purchase.

  • Page 57: Installing The Applications Separately

    Note: O You can download the latest applications from the Epson website. http://www.epson.com O If you use Windows Server operating systems, you cannot use Epson Software Updater. Download the latest applications from the Epson website. Related Information “Uninstalling Applications” on page 59...
  • Page 58 O Windows XP/Windows Server 2003 R2/Windows Server 2003 From the File menu, select Server Properties. Click the Driver tab. If your printer name is displayed in the list, a genuine Epson printer driver is installed on your computer. Related Information “Installing the Applications Separately”...

  • Page 59: Adding The Printer (For Mac Os Only)

    Select System Preferences from the Apple menu > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax), and then select the printer. Click Options & Supplies, and if the Options tab and Utility tab are displayed on the window, a genuine Epson printer driver is installed on your computer. Related Information “Installing the Applications Separately”...
  • Page 60 3. To uninstall the printer driver, select System Preferences from the Apple menu > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax), and then remove the printer from the enabled printers list. 4. Quit all running applications. 5. Select Go > Applications > Epson Software > Uninstaller.

  • Page 61: Updating Applications And Firmware

    Do not turn off the computer or the printer until the update is complete; otherwise, the printer may malfunction. 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. http://www.epson.com...
  • Page 62 Maintaining the Printer > Transporting and Storing the Printer 5. Make sure to install the cap onto the ink tank securely. 6. Close the ink tank cover securely. 7. Prepare to pack the printer as shown below. 8. Place the printer in the plastic bag and fold it closed.
  • Page 63 Maintaining the Printer > Transporting and Storing the Printer 9. Pack the printer in its box using the protective materials.
  • Page 64 Maintaining the Printer > Transporting and Storing the Printer Important: O When storing or transporting the printer, place the printer in the plastic bag and fold it closed. Avoid tilting the printer, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down; otherwise ink may leak. O When storing or transporting an ink bottle, do not tilt the bottle and do not subject it to impacts or temperature changes.
  • Page 65 Maintaining the Printer > Transporting and Storing the Printer Related Information “Checking and Cleaning the Print Head” on page 50 & “Aligning the Print Head” on page 53 &...

  • Page 66: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems The Printer Does Not Work as Expected........67 Checking Lights and Printer Status.

  • Page 67: The Printer Does Not Work As Expected

    Solving Problems > > The Printer Does Not Work as Expected The Printer Does Not Turn On or Off The Printer Does Not Work as Expected The Printer Does Not Turn On or Off Power Does Not Turn On The following causes can be considered. The power cord is not plugged in properly to the electrical outlet.

  • Page 68: Paper Does Not Feed Properly

    Solving Problems > > The Printer Does Not Work as Expected Paper Does Not Feed Properly Note: Your product may have the Power Off Timer feature or Power Off If Inactive and Power Off If Disconnected features depending on the location of purchase. Paper Does Not Feed Properly No Paper Feeds The following causes can be considered.
  • Page 69 Solving Problems > > The Printer Does Not Work as Expected Paper Does Not Feed Properly Unsupported paper is being used. Solutions Use paper supported by this printer. “Available Paper and Capacities” on page 98 & “Unavailable Paper Types” on page 100 &...

  • Page 70: Cannot Print

    Solving Problems > > The Printer Does Not Work as Expected Cannot Print Paper handling is inappropriate. Solutions Follow paper handling precautions. “Paper Handling Precautions” on page 20 & The paper is moist or damp. Solutions Load new paper. Static electricity is causing sheets of paper to stick to each other. Solutions Fan the paper before loading.
  • Page 71 Cannot Print Checking the Connection Status Use Epson Printer Connection Checker to check the connection status for the computer and the printer. You may be able to solve the problem depending on the results of the check. 1. Double-click the Epson Printer Connection Checker icon on the desktop.
  • Page 72 There is a problem with the software or data. Solutions O Make sure that a genuine Epson printer driver (EPSON XXXXX) is installed. If a genuine Epson printer driver is not installed, the available functions are limited. We recommend using a genuine Epson printer driver.
  • Page 73 USB connection: EPSON XXXX Series If you install the printer driver multiple times, copies of the printer driver may be created. If copies such as "EPSON XXXX Series (copy 1)" are created, right-click the copied driver icon, and then click Remove Device.
  • Page 74 There is a problem with the software or data. Solutions O Make sure that a genuine Epson printer driver (EPSON XXXXX) is installed. If a genuine Epson printer driver is not installed, the available functions are limited. We recommend using a genuine Epson printer driver.

  • Page 75: Cannot Operate The Printer As Expected

    If the Print Settings menu is not displayed on macOS Catalina (10.15) or later, macOS High Sierra (10.13), macOS Sierra (10.12), OS X El Capitan (10.11), OS X Yosemite (10.10), OS X Mavericks (10.9), OS X Mountain Lion (10.8), the Epson printer driver has not been installed correctly. Enable it from the following menu.
  • Page 76 Solving Problems > > The Printer Does Not Work as Expected Cannot Operate the Printer as Expected The print quality is set to high. Solutions Lower the quality setting. Bidirectional printing is disabled. Solutions Enable the bidirectional (or high speed) setting. When this setting is enabled, the print head prints while moving in both directions, and the printing speed increases.

  • Page 77: Checking Lights And Printer Status

    Load paper in the portrait direction. If the error cannot be cleared, contact Epson support. When the power is on or flashing O After clearing the error by pressing the button, we recommend performing a nozzle check.
  • Page 78 The need for replacement of the pad does not mean that your printer has ceased to operate in accordance with its specifications. The printer will advise you when the pad requires replacing and this can only be performed by an authorised Epson Service provider. The Epson warranty does not cover the cost of this replacement.

  • Page 79: Paper Gets Jammed

    Solving Problems > > Paper Gets Jammed Removing Jammed Paper Paper Gets Jammed 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: O Remove the jammed paper carefully. Removing the paper vigorously may cause damage to the printer. O When removing jammed paper, avoid tilting the printer, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down;...
  • Page 80 Solving Problems > > Paper Gets Jammed Removing Jammed Paper 3. Open the printer cover until it clicks. Important: Do not touch the parts shown in the illustration inside the printer. Doing so may cause a malfunction. 4. Remove the jammed paper.
  • Page 81 Solving Problems > > Paper Gets Jammed Removing Jammed Paper Important: Do not touch the parts shown in the illustration inside the printer. Doing so may cause a malfunction. 5. Close the printer cover. For safety, the printer cover is closed in two steps. Note: The printer cover must be closed completely before it can be opened again.

  • Page 82: Preventing Paper Jams

    O Do not store the ink bottles in high or freezing temperatures. O Epson recommends using the ink bottle before the date printed on the package. O When storing or transporting an ink bottle, do not tilt the bottle and do not subject it to impacts or temperature changes.

  • Page 83: Refilling The Ink Tanks

    Solving Problems > > It is Time to Refill the Ink Refilling the Ink Tanks O Do not open the ink bottle package until you are ready to fill the ink tank. The ink bottle is vacuum packed to maintain its reliability. If you leave an ink bottle unpacked for a long time before using it, normal printing may not be possible.
  • Page 84 3. While holding the ink bottle upright, turn the cap slowly to remove it. Important: O Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson ink bottles. O Be careful not to spill any ink. 4. Check the upper line (a) in the ink tank.
  • Page 85 Solving Problems > > It is Time to Refill the Ink Refilling the Ink Tanks 5. Align the top of the ink bottle with the filling port, and then insert it straight into the port to fill ink until it stops automatically at the upper line.
  • Page 86 Solving Problems > > It is Time to Refill the Ink Refilling the Ink Tanks 6. When you have finished refilling the ink, remove the ink bottle, and then close the ink tank cap securely. Important: Do not leave the ink bottle inserted; otherwise the bottle may be damaged or ink may leak. Note: If any ink remains in the ink bottle, tighten the cap and store the bottle upright for later use.

  • Page 87: Print Quality Is Poor

    Solving Problems > Print Quality is Poor “Cleaning Spilled ink” on page 55 & Print Quality is Poor Color Missing, Banding, or Unexpected Colors Appear in Printout The print head nozzles may be clogged. Solutions O Perform a nozzle check to see if the print head nozzles are clogged. Perform a nozzle check, and then clean the print head if any of the print head nozzles are clogged.

  • Page 88: Colored Banding Appears At Intervals Of Approximately 2.5 Cm

    Inks to Create Black, you can print at Standard print quality when the Paper Type is Plain paper or Envelope. Note that this feature cannot solve nozzle clogging. To solve nozzle clogging, we recommend contacting Epson support for repairs. Colored Banding Appears at Intervals of Approximately 2.5 cm The following causes can be considered.

  • Page 89: Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, Or Misalignment

    Solving Problems > Print Quality is Poor Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, or Misalignment The following causes can be considered. The print head position is out of alignment. Solutions Align the print head. O Windows Click Print Head Alignment on the printer driver's Maintenance tab. O Mac OS Select System Preferences from the Apple menu >...

  • Page 90: Paper Is Smeared Or Scuffed

    Solving Problems > Print Quality is Poor The print head nozzles may be clogged. Solutions Perform the nozzle check, and then try Power Cleaning if the print head nozzles are clogged. “Checking and Cleaning the Print Head” on page 50 &...

  • Page 91: Printed Photos Are Sticky

    Color correction has been applied. Solutions 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.

  • Page 92: Cannot Print Without Margins

    Solving Problems > Print Quality is Poor On the More Options tab, select Custom in Color Correction, and then click Advanced. Change the Scene Correction setting from Automatic to any other option. If changing the setting does not work, use any color correction method other than PhotoEnhance in Color Management.

  • Page 93: The Position, Size, Or Margins Of The Printout Are Incorrect

    Solving Problems > Print Quality is Poor The Position, Size, or Margins of the Printout Are Incorrect The following causes can be considered. The paper is loaded incorrectly. Solutions Load paper in the correct direction, and slide the edge guide against the edge of the paper. “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feeder”...

  • Page 94: The Printed Image Is Inverted

    Solving Problems > Print Quality is Poor The computer has been manually put into the Hibernate mode or the Sleep mode while printing. Solutions Do not put the computer manually into the Hibernate mode or the Sleep mode while printing. Pages of garbled text may be printed next time you start the computer.

  • Page 95: Cannot Solve Problem

    O Check that you are using genuine Epson ink bottles. Try to use genuine Epson ink bottles. The use of non-genuine ink bottles may cause print quality to decline. O Make sure that there are no paper fragments left inside the printer.
  • Page 96 Solving Problems > > Cannot Solve Problem Cannot Solve Printing Problems Related Information “Before Contacting Epson” on page 112 & “Contacting Epson Support” on page 112 &...

  • Page 97: Product Information

    Product Information Paper Information..........98 Consumable Products Information.

  • Page 98: Paper Information

    Epson recommends using genuine Epson paper to ensure high-quality printouts. Note: O The availability of paper varies by location. For the latest information on paper available in your area, contact Epson support. O See the following for information on available paper types for borderless and 2-sided printing.
  • Page 99 Load one sheet of paper at a time if the paper does not feed correctly or if the printout has uneven colors or smears. Only printing from computer is available. Envelope Size Loading Capacity (Envelopes) Envelope #10, Envelope DL, Envelope C6 Paper for Borderless Printing Genuine Epson Paper O Epson Ultra Glossy Photo Paper (10x15 cm (4x6 in.) )

  • Page 100: Unavailable Paper Types

    Paper Information Unavailable Paper Types O Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (10x15 cm (4x6 in.), 16:9 wide size(102x181 mm)) O Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (10x15 cm (4x6 in.) ) O Epson Photo Paper Glossy (10x15 cm (4x6 in.) ) O Epson Value Glossy Photo Paper (10x15 cm (4x6 in.) )

  • Page 101: Consumable Products Information

    The following are the codes for genuine Epson ink bottles. Important: O 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.

  • Page 102: Software For Printing

    Product Information > > Software Information Software for Printing Software for Printing Application for Printing from a Computer (Windows Printer Driver) The printer driver controls the printer according to the commands from an application. Making settings on the printer driver provides the best printing results. You can also check the status of the printer or keep it in top operating condition using the printer driver utility.
  • Page 103 Access the printer driver window. Click the Maintenance tab. Making Operation Settings for the Windows Printer Driver You can make settings such as enabling EPSON Status Monitor 3. 1. Access the printer driver window. 2. Click Extended Settings on the Maintenance tab.
  • Page 104 Application for Quick and Fun Printing from a Computer (Epson Photo+) Epson Photo+ is an application that allows you to easily print images with a variety of layouts. You can also perform image correction and adjust the position while viewing a preview of your document. You can also brighten up your images by adding text and stamps wherever you like.

  • Page 105: Software For Package Creation

    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.

  • Page 106: Product Specifications

    Product Information > > Product Specifications Printer Specifications Starting on Mac OS Select Go > Applications > Epson Software > EPSON Software Updater. Related Information “Installing the Applications Separately” on page 57 & Product Specifications Printer Specifications Print Head Nozzle Placement...

  • Page 107: Interface Specifications

    Product Information > > Product Specifications Dimensions Borderless printing 44.0 mm (1.73 in.) 40.0 mm (1.57 in.) Printable Area for Envelopes Print quality may decline in the shaded areas due to the printer's mechanism. 3.0 mm (0.12 in.) 3.0 mm (0.12 in.) 18.0 mm (0.71 in.) 41.0 mm (1.61 in.) Interface Specifications...

  • Page 108: Electrical Specifications

    Power off: Approx. 0.2 W Note: O Check the label on the printer for its voltage. O For European users, see the following Website for details on power consumption. http://www.epson.eu/energy-consumption Environmental Specifications Operation Use the printer within the range shown in the following graph.

  • Page 109: System Requirements

    Standards and Approvals for European Model The following model is CE/UKCA marked and in compliance with the relevant statutory requirements. The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following website: https://www.epson.eu/conformity B631D Restrictions on Copying Observe the following restrictions to ensure the responsible and legal use of the printer.
  • Page 110 Product Information > > Regulatory Information Restrictions on Copying Responsible use of copyrighted materials: Printers can be misused by improperly copying copyrighted materials. Unless acting on the advice of a knowledgeable attorney, be responsible and respectful by obtaining the permission of the copyright holder before copying published material.

  • Page 111: Where To Get Help

    Contacting Epson Support........

  • Page 112: Technical Support Web Site

    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 113: Help For Users In Singapore

    O Enquiries on repair service and warranty Repair service center: http://www.tekcare.com.tw/branchMap.page TekCare corporation is an authorized service center for Epson Taiwan Technology & Trading Ltd. 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 114: Help For Users In Vietnam

    Where to Get Help > > Contacting Epson Support Help for Users in Malaysia O Product usage questions or problems O Enquiries on repair service and warranty Help for Users in Vietnam Contacts for information, support, and services are: Epson Service Center 29 Tue Tinh, Quan Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi City, Vietnam 65 Truong Dinh Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

  • Page 115: Help For Users In The Philippines

    Fax: 603-5628 8388/603-5621 2088 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...

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