Epson WorkForce 610 Series Manual

Using the Control Panel

Adjusting the Control Panel

The control panel is adjustable. To raise it, lift it up from the bottom. To lower it, squeeze the release lever underneath and push the control panel down.

If you want to turn off the "beep" heard when you press a button, follow these steps:

1. Press the Home button.
2. Press until Setup is selected and press OK.
3. Press or to select Printer Setup and press OK.
4. Select Sound and press OK.
5. Press to select Off and press OK.
6. Press the Home button to return to the Home screen.

Adjusting the Control Panel

Loading Paper

You can load up to 100 sheets of plain paper, or 80 sheets of Epson Bright White

Paper or Epson Presentation Paper Matte. Load Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte and most photo papers 20 sheets at a time. See the online Epson Information Center for capacity guidelines on other paper types.

1. Open the paper support and pull up the extensions. Then extend the output tray and raise the stopper.
   
   Note: If you are using legal-size paper, do not raise the stopper.
2. Hold the feeder guard forward, then squeeze the edge guide and slide it left.
   
3. Insert the paper, glossy or printable side up, short edge first, against the right side. Then slide the edge guide against the paper, but not too tightly.
   

Note:
Make sure the paper stack fits under the arrow mark inside the left edge guide.

Always load paper short edge first, even for landscape printing. Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first.

For details on paper and instructions on loading envelopes, see the online Epson Information Center.

Using Special Papers

Epson offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the impact of your photos, presentations, and creative projects.

You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central^SM at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).

Paper name	Size	Part number	Sheet count
Epson Bright White Paper	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041586	500
Epson Photo Paper Glossy	4 × 6 inches	S041809 S042038	50 100
	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041141 S041649 S041271	20 50 100
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy	4 × 6 inches	S041808 S041727	40 100
	5 × 7 inches	S041464	20
	8 × 10 inches	S041465	20
	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S042183 S041667	25 50
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy	4 × 6 inches	S042181 S042174	60 100
	5 × 7 inches	S041945	20
	8 × 10 inches	S041946	20
	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S042182 S042175	25 50
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss	4 × 6 inches	S041982	40
	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041331	20
Epson Presentation Paper Matte	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041062	100
	Legal (8.5 × 14 inches)	S041067	100
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte	8 × 10 inches	S041467	50
	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041257 S042180	50 100
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041568	50
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041341	50
Epson Photo Quality Selfadhesive Sheets	A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches)	S041106	10
Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041153	10

Placing Originals for Copying, Scanning, or Faxing

Before you copy, scan, or fax, place your documents or photos on the scanner glass (below) or in the Automatic Document Feeder.

Using the Scanner Glass

You can place one or two photos or a document up to letter-size (or A4) on the scanner glass to make color or black and white copies.

1. Open the document cover and place your original face-down on the scanner glass, with the top against the back left corner.
   If you're scanning 3 × 5- or 4 × 6-inch photos, you can place up to two at a time on the scanner glass. Place them at least 1/4 inch (5 mm) apart."
   
2. Close the cover gently so you don't move the original(s).

Using the Automatic Document Feeder

You can place up to 30 letter- or A4-size sheets or 10 legal-size sheets in the Automatic Document Feeder.

1. Fan the originals, then tap them on a flat surface to even the edges.
2. Open the Automatic Document Feeder paper support, and then move the edge guide outward.
   
3. Insert the originals face-up.
   
4. Slide the edge guide against the originals, but not too tightly.

Copying a Document or Photo

Once you've placed your originals on the scanner glass or in the Automatic

Document Feeder, you can make color or black and white copies.
See:

• "Copying a Document" below
• "Restoring, Cropping, or Copying Photos.

Copying a Document

1. Place your original(s) for copying.
2. Load letter-, A4-, or legal-size paper.
3. Press the Home button until Copy is selected, then press OK.
   
4. Press+ or – to select the number of copies you want.
5. Press or to select Color or B&W (black and white) copies.
   
6. Press or to change the density (make the copies lighter or darker).
7. To change print settings, press Menu and then OK to select Paper and Copy Settings. The Layout setting should be With Border.
   
   • To adjust the copy size, press to select Reduce/Enlarge, press , then press or to choose Actual (and select a percentage using + or –), Auto Fit Page (to automatically size the image to fit your paper), or one of the specific size settings listed. Then press OK.
     Note:
     If you're using the Auto Document Feeder to copy a document, you can only select Actual at 100% or Legal → Letter.
   • Press to select Paper Size, press , then press or to choose the size of paper you loaded. Press OK. (Paper Size options depend on the Paper Type setting you choose and whether your originals were loaded on the scanner glass or in the Automatic Document Feeder.)
   • Press to select Paper Type, press , then press or to select Plain Paper. Or if you're using Epson special paper, choose the setting for the paper you loaded. Then press OK.
     Note:
     If you're using the Automatic Document Feeder, Plain Paper is automatically selected.
   • Press to select Document Type, press , then press or to choose Text for plain documents or Text & Image if your document contains photos or graphics. Then press OK.
   • To change the copy quality (for plain paper only), press to select Quality, press , then press or to choose Draft, Standard Quality, or Best. Then press OK.
8. After you finish selecting your settings, press OK.
9. Press Start to begin copying. To cancel copying, press Stop/Clear Settings.

Restoring, Cropping, or Copying Photos

You can copy one or two photos onto 4 × 6-inch, 5 × 7-inch, 8 × 10-inch, or letter-size photo paper for instant photo reprints. You can also restore colors in faded photos, print with or without borders, convert photos to black and white, and crop your photos.

1. Place one or two photos on the scanner glass. Place them at least 1/4 inch (5 mm) apart.
2. Load 4 × 6-inch, 5 × 7-inch, 8 × 10-inch, or letter-size Epson photo paper in the sheet feeder.
3. Press the Home button until Copy is selected. Then press OK.
   
4. Press Menu, press or until Copy/Restore Photos is selected, then press OK.
   
5. To turn on Color Restoration to restore colors in faded photos as you copy, press or to choose On, then press OK. (If your photo is not faded, do not turn on Color Restoration; press or to select Off, then press OK.)
6. When you see this screen, press OK to pre-scan your photos:
7. When you see a message asking you to select the number of copies, press OK.
8. If you placed more than one photo on the scanner glass, press or to move through your photos.
   
9. To print more than 1 copy, press + or – to select the number (up to 99). If you are copying 2 photos, repeat this step for the other photo.
10. If you want to crop your photo and enlarge the resulting image area to fit onto your paper, press Display/Crop.
    
    • To resize the image area, press + or –.
    • To move the image area, use the arrow buttons.
      To check the zoomed image, press OK. Press OK again if you are satisfied with the changes, or press Back if you need to make further edits.
      If you are copying 2 photos, repeat this step for the other photo.
11. Press OK again to continue.
12. To change any of the settings displayed on the screen, press Menu and then OK to select Paper and Copy Settings.
    
    • To change the paper size, select Paper Size, press , then press or to choose the size of paper you loaded. Press OK. (Paper Size options depend on the Paper Type setting you choose.)
    • To change the paper type, select Paper Type, press , then press or to choose the setting for the paper you loaded. Then press OK.

For this paper type	Choose this setting
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy	Prem. Glossy
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy	Ultra Glossy
Epson Photo Paper Glossy	Glossy
Epson Presentation Paper Matte	Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte

• To change the print layout, select Borderless, then press . Press or to choose On to expand the image all the way to the edge of the paper (slight cropping may occur) or Off to leave a small margin around the image. Then press OK.
• To adjust the amount of image expansion when printing borderless photos, select Expansion, press, then press or to choose Standard, Medium, or Minimum. Then press OK. (Your printed photo may have white borders if you use the Minimum setting.)
• If you want to create a black-and-white copy of a color photo, select Filter, press, then press or and choose B&W. Then press OK.
  After you finish selecting your settings, press OK.

13. When you're ready to copy, press Start. To cancel copying, press Stop/ Clear Settings.

Note:
When you scan with your computer, you can use additional options to transform faded, dusty, or badly exposed photos into ones with true-to-life color and sharpness. See the online Epson Information Center for details.

Faxing a Document or Photo

Your WorkForce 610 Series lets you send faxes by entering fax numbers or selecting entries from a speed dial list. Using the Automatic Document Feeder, you can fax up to 30 letter- or A4-size or 10 legal-size pages at a time.

See these sections:

• "Connecting a Phone or Answering Machine" below
• "Setting Up Fax Features"
• "Sending a Fax"
• "Receiving Faxes"

Note:
In Windows, you can also send a fax from your computer using the Epson FAX Utility, see the online Epson Information Center for details.
For more information on faxing and fax settings, see the online Epson Information Center.

Connecting a Phone or Answering Machine

• Connect the phone cable from the wall jack to the LINE port on the back of the product.
  
  Note:
  If you're connecting your product to a DSL phone line, you must plug a DSL filter into the wall jack or you won't be able to use the fax or telephone equipment as described in this section. Contact your DSL provider for the necessary filter.
• To use a telephone or answering machine, you need a second phone cable. Connect one end of the cable to the telephone or answering machine, and connect the other end to the EXT. port on the back of the product.
  Note:
  Remove the connector cap from the EXT. port before connecting a phone or answering machine.

If your answering machine is set to pick up on the fourth ring, you should set the printer to pick up on the fifth ring or later:

1. Press the Home button.
2. Press , or to select Setup, then press OK
3. Press or to select Fax Setting, then press OK.
4. Select Communication, then press OK.
5. Press or to select Rings to Answer, then press .
6. Press or to select the number of rings, then press OK. Select more than the number of rings needed for the answering machine to pick up.

When you receive a call, if the other party is a fax and you pick up the phone or the answering machine answers, the product automatically begins receiving the transmission. If the other party is a caller, the phone can be used as normal or a message can be left on the answering machine.

Note:
A phone or answering machine must be connected to the EXT. port for the product to detect an incoming fax call when a phone is picked up. If a fax call comes in, and you pick up the phone without having a phone or answering machine connected to the EXT. port, the call will disconnect when you hang up and the product will not receive the fax.

Setting Up Fax Features

Before sending or receiving faxes, you may want to create a fax header, select your fax preferences, and set up a speed dial list of frequently used fax numbers.

• "Entering Fax Header Information"
• "Select Scan and Print Settings"
• "Setting Up a Speed Dial or Group Dial List"

Note:
To change other settings or print fax reports, see the online Epson Information Center.

Entering Fax Header Information

You should enter fax header information before sending faxes so that recipients can identify their source.

Note:
If you leave the product unplugged for a long period of time, the date and time settings may get lost. See the online Epson Information Center for instructions on setting the date and time.

Entering Your Sender Name

1. Press the Home button.
2. Press , or to select Setup, then press OK.
   
3. Press or to select Fax Setting, then press OK.
4. Press or to select Header, then press OK.
5. Press OK to select Fax Header.
6. Use the numeric keypad to enter the header information; for letters, press a numeric key until you see the letter you want. You can enter up to 40 digits.
   
7. Press OK to return to the Header menu.

Entering Your Phone Number

1. Select Your Phone Number from the Header menu, then press OK. You see the phone number input screen.
   
2. Use the numeric keypad to enter your phone number. You can enter up to 20 digits. (You don't need to enter any dashes.)
3. Press OK to return to the Header menu.

Using the Keypad to Enter Numbers and Characters

Follow these guidelines to enter numbers and characters.

• To move the cursor, add a space, or delete a character:

Button	Function
or	Moves the cursor to the left or right.
Auto Answer/Space	Inserts a space and moves the cursor one character to the right.
Speed/Group Dial/ Backspace	Deletes a character and moves the cursor one space to the left.

• To enter a fax number, use the numeric keypad. Press Redial/Pause to insert a pause symbol (–) when a brief pause is required during dialing. Use the # button to type the + symbol when entering a phone number in international dialing format.
• To enter characters, press a keypad number repeatedly to switch between uppercase, lowercase, or numbers.
  Press 1symb to enter these characters: ! # % & ' ( ) * +, –. /: ; =? @ ~

Select Scan and Print Settings

Use these settings to adjust the image quality of incoming and outgoing faxes, select the paper size loaded in your product, select the size at which faxes are printed, and select when you want printed reports.

1. Press the Home button.
2. Press or to select Setup, then press OK.
3. Press or to select Fax Setting, then press OK.
4. Select Scan & Print Setup, then press OK.
   
5. Adjust any of the following settings:

Setting and options	Description
Resolution Standard (default), Fine, Photo	Sets the scan resolution of outgoing faxes and the print quality of received faxes.
Contrast –4 to +4	Sets the contrast when sending and receiving faxes.
Paper Size Letter (default), Legal, A4	Indicates the size of paper loaded in the product.
Auto Reduction On (default), Off	Indicates whether large incoming faxes are reduced to fit on the selected Paper Size (On), or printed at their original size on multiple sheets (Off).
Last Transmission Report On Error (default), On Send, Off	Indicates when the product prints a report on the last transmitted fax. Select Off to turn off report printing, On Error to print reports only when an error occurs, or On Send to print reports for every fax you send.

Setting Up a Speed Dial or Group Dial List

You can create a speed dial list of fax numbers so you can quickly select them for faxing. You can also set up a group dial list to automatically send the same fax message to multiple speed dial numbers. The product allows you to create up to 60 combined speed dial and group dial entries, add names to identify the recipients, and print a list for easy reference.

Creating a Speed Dial List

1. Press the Home button.
2. Press or to select Setup, then press OK.
3. Press or to select Fax Setting, then press OK.
4. Select Speed Dial Setup, then press OK.
   
5. Select Create and press OK. You see the list of available entries.
   
   Note:
   To edit or delete an entry from an existing list, select Edit or Delete instead.
6. Select or type the number of the speed dial entry you want to add, then press OK.
7. Use the numeric keypad to enter the phone number. Press OK.
8. Use the numeric keypad to enter a name to identify the speed dial entry, then press OK. You return to the Speed Dial Setup menu.
9. If you want to add another speed dial entry, repeat steps 5 through 8.

Creating Your Group Dial List

1. Press the Home button.
2. Press or to select Setup, then press OK.
3. Press or to select Fax Setting, then press OK.
4. Select Group Dial Setup and press OK.
   
5. Select Create and press OK. You see the list of available entries.
   
   Note:
   To edit or delete an entry from an existing list, select Edit or Delete instead.
6. Select or type the number of the entry you want to add, then press OK.
7. Use the numeric keypad to enter a name to identify the group dial entry, then press OK.
   
   You see a screen like this:
8. Press or to highlight a speed dial entry, then press to add it to the group dial list.
   Note:
   To remove a speed dial entry that you selected, press or to highlight the entry, then press .
9. Repeat step 8 to add additional speed dial entries to the group.
10. When you're finished, press OK.
11. If you want to create another group dial list, repeat steps 5 through 10.

Printing Your Speed Dial or Group Dial List

To print your speed dial or group dial list, follow these steps:

1. Press the Home button until Fax is selected, then press OK.
2. Press Menu, then or to select Fax Report, and then press OK.
   You see this screen:
   
3. Select Speed Dial List or Group Dial List and press OK.
4. Make sure letter-size paper is loaded, then press Start to print your list.

Sending a Fax

You can send a fax by manually entering a fax number (as described below), redialing the previous fax number, or selecting an entry from your speed dial list.

1. Place your original(s) for faxing.
2. Press the Home button until Fax is selected, then press OK.
3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the fax number.
   
   You can enter up to 64 digits.
   Note:
   To dial the number using your telephone, by redialing, or by selecting from your speed dial list, see the next section.
4. Press or to select Color or B&W.
   Note:
   If the recipient's fax machine prints only in black and white, your fax is automatically sent in black and white even if you select Color.
5. Press OK, if desired, to see a summary of your fax transmission settings.
6. Press Start to send your fax.
   To cancel faxing, press Stop/Clear Settings.
   If you are scanning with the Automatic Document Feeder, your document is automatically scanned and faxed.
   If you placed your document on the scanner glass, you see this screen after the first page is scanned:
   
   If you need to fax additional pages, select Yes and press OK. Then place your original on the scanner glass and press OK to continue. If you don't need to fax another page, select No, then press OK.
   Note:
   If the fax number is busy, you see a redialing message and the product redials after one minute. To redial immediately, press Redial/Pause.

Other Ways to Dial a Fax Number

In addition to manual transmission, here are some other ways you can enter a fax number:

• If you've connected a telephone to your product, you can dial the fax number from the phone. When you see the screen at right, select Send, then press OK.
  
  Note:
  Don't hang up the phone until the product begins transmitting the fax.
• To select a speed dial or group dial entry, press Speed/Group Dial/Backspace. Select or type the number of the speed dial entry you want to use, then press OK.
  
• To redial the last fax number you used, press Redial/Pause. The last fax number is displayed on the screen.
• To specify a different time to send your fax, press Menu, press or to select Fax Send Settings, press OK, and select Send Fax Later. Then press and select On. (You cannot send or receive any faxes until the delayed fax has been sent or cancelled.)
• Press Menu and select Poll to Receive to receive a fax from another fax machine to which you have dialed (such as a fax information service).

Receiving Faxes

Before receiving faxes, make sure you load plain paper and select the Paper Size setting that matches the size of paper you've loaded. If the incoming fax pages are larger than the paper size you loaded, the fax size is reduced to fit or printed on multiple pages, depending on the Automatic Reduction setting you select.

If you run out of paper during printing, you see the error message Paper out. Load more paper and press the Start. button to continue.

To receive faxes automatically, make sure the Auto Answer light on the control panel is turned on. To turn it on, press the Auto Answer/Space button.

Note:
To change the number of rings before your product answers.

To receive faxes manually, press the Auto Answer/Space button to turn off this feature (and the light).
Then follow these steps:

1. When your telephone rings, lift the phone off the hook.
   You see this screen:
   
2. Select Receive, then press OK.
3. If you want to receive the fax, press the Start button.
4. After all the pages are received, you see the screen shown above. Replace the phone on the hook.

Printing From a Memory Card

Your product lets you print photos directly from a memory card.
See the online Epson Information Center for instructions on copying memory card files between your product and a computer; printing photos by date; printing photos from a slideshow; printing photos directly from your camera; and printing photos pre-selected in your camera (DPOF^™ or Digital Print Order Format).

Inserting the Card

1. Insert the card into the correct slot, as shown. Insert just one card at a time.
   The memory card access light flashes, then stays on.
   

Left slot:

SD TM, SDHC^TM
miniSD ^TM *,
miniSDHC* microSD*, microSDHC*
MultiMediaCard^TM
MMCplus, MMCmobile*, MMCmicro*
Memory Stick^TM
Memory Stick Duo^TM*
Memory Stick Micro^TM*
Memory Stick PRO^TM
Memory Stick PRO Duo^TM*
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo*
MagicGate^TM Memory Stick MagicGate Memory Stick Duo^TM*
xD-Picture Card^TM
xD-Picture Card Types H, M, M+

Right slot:

CompactFlash ®
Microdrive ^TM

* Adapter required

The image files on your card must meet these requirements:

File format	JPEG with the Exif version 2.21 standard
Image size	80 × 80 pixels to 9200 × 9200 pixels
Number of files	Up to 999 (If there are more than 999 photos on the card, you can select a group of photos to display. See your online Epson Information Center.)

2. To remove the card, make sure the memory card access light is not flashing, then pull the card straight out of its slot.

Do not remove the card or turn off the product while the memory card access light is flashing; you may lose data on the card.

Selecting Photos From the Screen

1. Load Epson photo paper. See Using Special Papers for a list.
2. Press the Home button until Print Photos is selected, then press OK.
3. Press or to select View and Print Photos, then press OK.
   
4. Press or to move through your photos and display the one that you want to print.
5. To print more than one copy, press + or – to select the number of copies you want of that photo.
6. If you want to crop your photo and enlarge the resulting image area to fit onto your paper, press Display/Crop.
   • To resize the image area, press + or –.
   • To move the image area, use the arrow buttons.
   • To rotate the image area, press Menu.
     To check the zoomed image, press OK. Press OK again if you are satisfied with the changes, or press Back if you need to make further edits.
7. Press or to view other photos, select the number of copies, and crop, if desired.
8. When you're done selecting and cropping photos, press OK. You see the Print Preview screen:
9. To change any of the print settings displayed on the screen, press Menu, press or to select Print Settings, press OK, and select your settings. After you finish selecting your settings, press OK again.
   
10. To change any of the photo adjustments displayed on the screen, press Menu, or to select Photo Adjustments, press OK, and select your settings. After you finish selecting your settings, press OK again.
11. When you're ready to print, press Start.
    To cancel printing, press Stop/Clear Settings.

Note:
To switch the display screen from displaying one photo at a time to 9 photos at a time, press the Display/Crop button 3 times when viewing your photos.

Inserting the Card

Printing From Your Computer

This section describes the basic steps for printing a photo or document stored on your Windows^® or Macintosh^® computer. For detailed instructions on printing, see the online Epson Information Center.

Before you start, make sure you've installed your printer software and connected the product to your computer as described on the Start Here sheet.

Tip:
It's a good idea to check for updates to your product's software. See Solving Problems for instructions.

Printing in Windows

1. Open a photo or document in an application.
2. Open the File menu and select Print. You see a window like this one:
   
3. Select your product, then click the Preferences or Properties button.
   Note:
   If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or Properties on the next screen.
4. On the Main tab, select the basic print settings. Make sure you choose the correct paper Type setting for the paper you are using.
   
   Note:
   For quick access to the most common settings, click the Shortcuts tab and select one of the presets. You can create your own presets by clicking the Save Settings button on the Advanced tab. For details, see your online Epson Information Center.
5. To improve the color, contrast, and sharpness of photos, select Fix Photo.
6. To reduce or remove red-eye effects in photos, select Fix Red-Eye.
7. If you want to reduce or enlarge your printout, or print double-sided, click the Page Layout tab and select settings as necessary.
8. For more printing options, click the Advanced tab.
   Note:
   For more information about print settings, click Help or see your online Epson Information Center.
9. Click OK to save your settings.
10. Click OK or Print to start printing. This window appears and shows the progress of your print job.
    

Printing With a Macintosh

See the section below for your Mac^® operating system.

Mac OS X 10.5^®

1. Open a photo or document in an application.
2. Open the File menu and select Print.
3. Select your product as the Printer setting.
   
4. Click to expand the Print window, if necessary.
5. Select the basic page setup options. For borderless photos, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Borderless option.
   Note:
   If the setting you want isn't shown (for example, Scale), check for it in your application before printing. Or check for it in the settings for your application at the bottom of this window. (If you're printing from Preview, you see the settings shown below.)
   
6. Choose Print Settings from the pop-up menu, then select the following print settings:
   
7. Choose any other printing options you may need from the pop-up menu.
   See the online Epson Information Center for details.
   Note:
   To reduce or remove red-eye effects in photos, choose Extension Settings from the pop-up menu and select Fix Red-Eye.
8. Click Print.
9. To monitor your print job, click the printer icon in the dock. Select your print job, then select an option to cancel, pause, or resume printing, if necessary.
   

Mac OS X 10.3 and 10.4

1. Open a photo or document in an application.
2. Select Page Setup from the File menu. Select the following settings:
   
   For borderless photos, choose a Sheet Feeder - Borderless option in the Paper Size list for your paper size.
3. Click OK to close the Page Setup window.
4. Select Print from the File menu. You see a window like this one:
   
5. Choose Print Settings from the pop-up menu, and select the following print settings, as necessary:
   
   Note:
   In certain programs, you may need to select Advanced before you can select Print Settings. For more information about printer settings, click the? button.
6. Click the Advanced button to change additional settings.
   Note:
   For more information on advanced settings click?.
7. Choose any other printing options you may need from the pop-up menu.
   See the online Epson Information Center for details.
8. Click Print.
9. To monitor your print job, click the printer icon in the dock.
   

Selecting the Correct Paper Type

Select the correct Type or Media Type setting in your printer software. This tells the product what kind of paper you're using, so the ink coverage can be adjusted accordingly.

For this paper/media	Select this setting
Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer	Plain Paper/Bright White Paper
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy	Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy	Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Photo Paper Glossy	Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss	Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte	Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Envelopes	Envelope

Scanning a Document or Photo

You can use your product to scan original documents and photos and save them as digital files on your computer or other device.

The Epson Scan software provides three scanning modes:

• Office Mode previews your image and scans text documents quickly.
• Home Mode previews your image and provides preset options for scanning.
• Professional Mode previews your image and provides a full array of tools.

Note:
For detailed scanning instructions, see the online Epson Information Center.

Basic Scanning

You can scan from any TWAIN-compliant application using Epson Scan. Or you can start Epson Scan directly from your computer and save your image to a file.

1. Open the document cover and place your original face-down on the scanner glass, in the back left corner, as shown in "Placing Originals for Copying, Scanning, or Faxing".
2. Close the cover gently so you don't move the original.
3. Do one of the following to start Epson Scan:
   • Windows:
     Double-click the EPSON Scan icon on your desktop.
   • Macintosh:
     Double-click EPSON Scan in the Applications folder.
   • If you are scanning from an application, start your application. Then open the File menu, choose Import or Acquire, and select your product.
4. Epson Scan opens in Office Mode the first time you use it. (You can change the scan mode using the Mode selector in the upper right corner.)
   
   Note:
   You cannot use Home mode to scan with the Automatic Document Feeder.
5. Click Scan.
   Note:
   If you started Epson Scan by double-clicking EPSON Scan, you see a File Save Settings window. Select the name, location, and format (such as PDF) for your scanned document, then click OK.
6. If you started Epson Scan by double-clicking EPSON Scan, open the file by double-clicking it in Windows Explorer or Macintosh Finder.
   If you started Epson Scan from another application, your scanned image appears in the application's window.

Scanning Multiple Pages

You can scan a document and save it on your computer in PDF or another format. With the Automatic Document Feeder, you can scan up to 30 letter- or A4-size or 10 legal-size pages at a time.

1. Place your document in the Automatic Document Feeder.
2. Do one of the following to start Epson Scan:
   • Windows: Double-click the EPSON Scan icon on your desktop.
   • Macintosh: Double-click EPSON Scan in the Applications folder.
3. Select Office Mode in the upper right.
4. Select the Image Type.
5. Select Auto Detect or ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) as the Document Source setting.
   
6. Select the Size of the originals and their Orientation on the scanner.
7. Select the scanning Resolution based on how you will use the scanned image:
   • E-mail, view on a computer screen, or post on the web: 96 to 150 dpi
   • Print or convert to editable text (OCR): 300 dpi
   • Fax: 200 dpi
8. Click the Preview button to scan and eject the first page. Place the page back on top of the other pages and reload them in the feeder.
9. If desired, draw a marquee (or box) around the area you want to scan in the Preview window. Adjust the image quality, if necessary. See the onlineEpson Information Center for details.
10. Click Scan and select the name, location, and format (such as PDF) for your scanned document. Then click OK.

To open the file, double-click it in Windows Explorer or Macintosh Finder.

Maintaining Your All-in-One

Follow the steps here to check and clean the print head, and replace ink cartridges. To align the print head, if necessary, see the online Epson Information Center.

Checking the Print Head Nozzles

If your printouts are faint or have gaps in them, the print head nozzles may be clogged. Follow these steps to check the print head nozzles:

1. Load letter- or A4-size plain paper in the sheet feeder).
2. Press the Home button.
3. Press or to select Setup, then press OK.
4. Press or to select Maintenance, then press OK.
   You see this screen:
   
5. Select Nozzle Check and press OK.
6. Press Start.
7. Check the nozzle check pattern that prints to see if there are gaps in the lines.
   
8. If there are no gaps, the print head is clean. Select Finish Nozzle Check and press OK.
   If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, select Head Cleaning and press OK.
9. Then press Start to clean the print head.

Cleaning the Print Head

If print quality has declined and the nozzle check indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the print head. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if necessary.

Note:
You cannot clean the print head if an ink cartridge is expended, and may not be able to clean it when a cartridge is low. You must replace the cartridge firs.

1. Load letter- or A4-size plain paper in the sheet feeder.
2. Press the Home button.
3. Press or to select Setup, then press OK.
4. Press or to select Maintenance, then press OK.
   You see this screen:
   
5. Select Head Cleaning and press OK.
6. Press Start.
   Cleaning takes about 2 minutes. When it's finished, you see a message on the display screen.
   
   Never turn off the printer during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it.
7. Select Nozzle Check and press OK. Then press Start. to run a nozzle check and confirm that the print head is clean.
8. If there are still gaps or the pattern is faint, repeat steps 5 through 7 to run another cleaning cycle and check the nozzles again.
9. Select Finish Nozzle Check and press OK when you're done.

Note:
If you don't see any improvement after cleaning the print head four times, turn off your product and wait at least six hours to let any dried ink soften. Then try printing again.
If you do not use your product often, it is a good idea to print a few pages at least once a month to maintain good print quality.

Checking the Ink Cartridge Status

Your product will let you know when an ink cartridge is low or expended by displaying a message on its display screen or your computer. You cannot print or copy when an ink cartridge is expended even if the other cartridges are not expended. Replace any expended cartridges before printing or copying.

To check ink cartridge status from the display screen anytime, follow these steps:

1. Press the Home button.
2. Press or to select Setup and press OK.
3. Press or to select Ink Levels, then press OK.
   You see a screen like this:
   
   A cartridge marked with is getting low on ink.
   See Replacing Ink Cartridges to replace the cartridge, if necessary.
   Press OK to exit.

A window may appear on your computer screen when you try to print when ink is low. This window can optionally display ink offers and other updates retrieved from an Epson website.

Note:
To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see the instructions in your online Epson Information Center.

Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges

You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central^SM at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).

Use the following part numbers when you order or purchase new ink cartridges:

Ink color	Standard-capacity	High-capacity	Extra High-capacity
Black	69	68	97
Magenta	69	68	—
Yellow	69	68	—
Cyan	69	68	—

Note:
We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage.
Yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use, and temperature. For print quality, a small amount of ink remains in the cartridge after the "replace cartridge" indicator comes on. Your product ships with full cartridges and part of the ink from the first cartridges is used for priming the product.
For best printing results, use up a cartridge within six months of opening the package.
Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place. If cartridges were exposed to a cold environment, allow them to warm up to room temperature for at least 3 hours before using them.

Replacing Ink Cartridges

Make sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones.

Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are ready to install the ink. Cartridges are vacuum packed to maintain reliability.
Leave the expended cartridge(s) installed until you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out.

1. Turn on your product.
   If a cartridge is expended, you see a message on the display screen. Note which cartridges need to be replaced and press OK. (You cannot print until you have replaced any expended ink cartridges.)
   
   If you're replacing a cartridge before you see a message on the display screen, press the Home button, press or to select Setup, then press OK.
   Press or to select Maintenance, then press OK. Select Ink Cartridge Replacement and press OK.
2. Lift up the scanner, then open the cartridge cover.
   
3. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift it straight up. Dispose of it carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it.
   
   
   If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
4. Before you open the new cartridge package, shake it gently four or five times. Then remove the cartridge from the package. Do not touch the green chip on the side.
   
5. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the ink cartridge
   
   Do not remove any other labels or seals, or ink may leak.
6. Insert the new ink cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place.
   
7. Once you replace all the cartridges that need replacing, close the cartridge cover and push it down until it clicks into place.
8. Lower the scanner.
9. Press OK to begin charging the ink. This takes about 3 minutes. When you see a completion message on the display screen, ink charging is finished.

Never turn off your product while ink is charging or you'll waste ink. If you see an ink replacement message on the display screen, press OK and press down all the cartridges securely. Then press OK again.

Note:
If you replaced a cartridge while copying a document or photo, cancel printing and make sure your original is still placed correctly on the scanner glass. Then copy your original again.
If you remove a low or expended ink cartridge, you cannot reinstall and use the cartridge.

Solving Problems

If you have a problem with your product, check the messages on the LCD display screen to diagnose the cause. You can also check "Problems and Solutions" or see the online Epson Information Center for more detailed help.

Checking for Software Updates

Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for free updates to your product's software. Open your online Epson Information Center and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca (Canada).

With Windows, you can right-click the printer icon on your task bar and select Driver Update. You can also Click or Start, select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, select your printer's folder, and click Driver Update.

Error Indicators

LCD display screen message	Problem and solution
Paper jam. Open the scanner unit and remove the jammed paper. Then close the scanner unit and press . See your documentation or Epson.com.	Paper is jammed. Carefully remove the jam.
Paper jam. Open the scanner unit, remove jammed paper, then power off and on again. For details, see your documentation or Epson.com.
Communication error. Make sure the computer is connected, then try again.	Make sure the computer is connected correctly. If the error message still appears, make sure that scanning software is installed on your computer and that the software settings are correct.
A printer error has occurred. Turn power off and then on again. For details, see your documentation or Epson.com.	Turn your product off, make sure no paper is jammed inside, and turn it back on. If the error is not resolved, contact Epson for help.
A scanner error has occurred. Turn power off and then on again. If the error is not fixed, visit Epson.com for technical support.	Turn your product off and then back on. If the error is not resolved, contact Epson for help.
The printer's ink pads are nearing the end of their service life. Please contact Epson Support.	Parts inside your product are at the end of their service life. Contact Epson for help.
The printer's ink pads are at the end of their service life. Please contact Epson Support.
Error in the data. The document cannot be printed. The data is not available because of a malfunction in the sending device.	See the documentation for the device transmitting the data.
Error in the data. The document may not be printed correctly. A part of the data is corrupted or cannot be buffered.
Cannot recognize the device.	The memory card or storage device is not inserted correctly or there is a problem with the card or device. Remove it and check the card or device. If you're using a memory card, make sure it is compatible with your product.
Cannot recognize the memory card or disk.
Backup Error. Error Code xxxxxxxx	A problem occurred and backup was canceled. Make a note of the error code and contact Epson for help.

Problems and Solutions

Check the solutions below if you're having trouble using your product.

Note:
If the screen is dark, your product is in sleep mode to save power. Press any button (except the On button) to wake it up.

Printing and Copying Problems

• Make sure your paper is loaded printable side up (usually the whiter, brighter, or glossy side). Load it short edge first, and against the right edge guide. Don't load paper above the arrow mark inside the guide.
• Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel when copying, when faxing, or in your printer software.
• Make sure your original is positioned against the back left corner of the scanner glass. If the edges are cropped, move your original away from the edges slightly.

Paper Feeding Problems

• If paper doesn't feed correctly, remove it from the sheet feeder. Tap the edges to align the stack of paper and flip through the stack to separate the sheets a little. Then reload the paper against the right side, and slide the left edge guide against the paper (but not too tightly).
• Do not load too many sheets at once.
• Do not load paper with holes punched in it.
  1. If paper has jammed: Press Start. to eject the jammed paper.
  2. If paper is still jammed, gently pull it out from the output tray or sheet feeder.
     
  3. If paper is stuck inside, press the On button to turn off the printer. Then lift the scanner, remove the jammed paper and torn pieces, close the scanner, and turn the printer back on.
     
• If documents don't feed correctly in the Automatic Document Feeder, make sure the corners of the paper are not bent, folded, or curled up. Do not load too many sheets at once.
• If documents have jammed in the Automatic Document Feeder:
  1. Open the ADF cover and pull any paper out to the left.
     
     
     Do not try to remove the paper without opening the ADF cover first, or you could damage the mechanism.
  2. Select Yes or press OK to clear any messages on the display screen.
  3. Reload the paper.

Faxing Problems

• Make sure the recipient's fax machine is turned on and working.
• Make sure the LINE port on your product is connected to a telephone wall jack. Verify that the telephone wall jack works by connecting a phone to it.
• If the line has static, press the Home button and select Setup. Press or to select Fax Setting, press OK, select Communication, then press OK. Turn off the V.34 and ECM (Error Correction Mode) settings.
• If your product is connected to a DSL phone line, you must have a DSL filter connected to the phone jack. Contact your DSL provider for the necessary filter.
• If fax calls are disconnected when you hang up, make sure a phone or answering machine is connected to the EXT. port.
• If an answering machine is connected, be sure to set the number of rings to answer for receiving faxes to be greater than the number of rings for the answering machine.

Print Quality Problems

If you have any problems with the copy or print quality, try these solutions:

• For the best print quality, use Epson special papers and genuine Epson ink cartridges.
• If you notice light or dark bands across your printouts or they are too faint, run a nozzle check to see if the print head needs cleaning.
• If you notice jagged vertical lines, you may need to align the print head. See the onlineEpson Information Center for instructions.
• The ink cartridges may be low on ink. Check your cartridge status and replace cartridges, if necessary.
• Make sure the document is placed flat against the scanner glass and your product is not tilted or placed on an uneven surface.
• Clean the scanner glass with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth (paper towels are not recommended and may permanently scratch the surface), or use a small amount of glass cleaner on a soft cloth, if necessary. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the glass.
• Make sure your paper isn't damp or curled.
• Use a support sheet with special paper (such as a sheet of plain paper beneath the special paper sheet) or load your paper one sheet at a time. Remove sheets from the output tray so not too many collect at a time.
• Make sure that the paper support extensions are fully extended.

Where to Get Help

Epson Technical Support

Internet Support
Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.

Speak to a Support Representative
Before you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready:

• Product name (WorkForce 610 Series)
• Product serial number (located on the label in back)
• Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase
• Computer configuration and description of the problem

Then call:

• U.S.: (562) 276-4382, 6 AM – 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday
• Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6 AM – 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday

Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Purchase Supplies and Accessories

You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).

Other Software Technical Support

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Notices

Important Safety Instructions

Before using your product, read and follow the safety instructions here and in your online Epson Information Center:

• Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
• Use only the type of power source indicated on the product label.
• Use only the power cord that comes with the product. Use of another cord may cause fires or shock. Do not use the cord with any other equipment.
• Place the product near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.
• If you won't be using the product for a long period, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
• Always turn off the product using the On button, and wait until the On light stops flashing before unplugging the printer or cutting off power to the electrical outlet.
• Avoid plugging the product into an outlet on the same circuit as a photo copier or air control system that regularly switches on and off, or on an outlet controlled by a wall switch or timer.
• Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed.
• If you use an extension cord with the product, make sure the total ampere rating 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.
• Place the product on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond its base in all directions. It will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
• Before transporting the printer, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right) position and the ink cartridges are in place.
• When storing or transporting the product, do not tilt it, stand it on its side, or turn it upside down; otherwise ink may leak from the cartridges.
• Avoid placing the product in locations that are subject to rapid changes in heat or humidity, shocks or vibrations, or dust.
• Leave enough room around the product for sufficient ventilation. Make sure the back of the product is at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall.
• Do not place the product near a radiator or heating vent or in direct sunlight.
• Do not block or cover openings in the product case or insert objects through the slots.
• Do not use aerosol products that contain flammable gases inside or around the printer. Doing so may cause fire.
• Do not press too hard on the document table when placing the originals.
• Do not open the scanner section while the product is in use.
• Do not touch the flat white cable inside the product, and be careful not to trap your fingers when lowering the scanner.
• Do not spill liquid on the product.
• Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Except as specifically explained in your documentation, do not attempt to service the product yourself.
• Unplug the product and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: if the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the product; if the product has been dropped or the case damaged; if the product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.

The cords included with this product contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. (This notice is provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal. Health & Safety Code § 25249.5 and following.)

LCD Screen Safety

• Use only a dry, soft cloth to clean the LCD screen. Do not use liquid or chemical cleansers.
• If the LCD screen is damaged, contact Epson. If the liquid crystal solution gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.

Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

• Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink.
• Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges; there may be ink remaining around the ink supply port. If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
• Do not put your hand inside the product or touch any cartridges during printing.
• Install a new ink cartridge immediately after removing an expended one. Leaving cartridges uninstalled can dry out the print head and may prevent the product from printing.
• If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust and store it in the same environment as the product.
  Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding area. Do not store the cartridge upside down.
• Do not shake ink cartridges after opening their packages; this can cause leakage.

Telephone Equipment Safety Instructions

When using telephone equipment, you should always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

• Do not use the Epson product near water.
• Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

To reduce the risk of fire, use only a No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty

To find the Epson Authorized Reseller nearest you, visit our website at: http://www.epson.com.

To find the Epson Customer Care Center nearest you, visit http://www.epson.com/support.

You can also write to:
Epson America, Inc., P.O. Box 93012, Long Beach, CA 90809-3012

Documents / Resources

References

• Ink Finder | Epson US
• Epson Canada | Homepage
• Epson® Official Support
• Epson Canada | Homepage
• Epson Global Portal
• Epson Global Portal
• Epson® Official Support

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