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  • Page 1 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome! ..........9 Where You Can Find Information .
  • Page 4 Using Epson Smart Panel ........57...
  • Page 5 Printing Your Selected Photos ....... . 85 Selecting the Correct Paper Type ......87 Saving and Reusing Print Settings .
  • Page 6 Epson Support ........
  • Page 7 Compliance ....... . . 156 NERGY Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty ......157 Index .
  • Page 8 Contents...

  • Page 9: Welcome

    Picture CD. Includes photo restoration features to restore faded color photos to their original brilliance. Supports Epson’s revolutionary PRINT Image Matching ™ technology and the Exif (Exchangeable Image File) Print format. With both technologies, your digital camera saves specific printing information, such as gamma level and color saturation, with each JPEG or Tiff image file.

  • Page 10: Where You Can Find Information

    Where You Can Find Information You can do a lot with your Epson Stylus Photo RX600! Look at the table below to find information on many of the available features. Original Equipment What you can do Copy: Use the RX600 as a copy machine, to create duplicates of black and white or color documents.
  • Page 11 Reprint Photos Film, and Slides option in Epson Smart Panel. See your Smart Panel Help. RX600 + computer Fax: Use Epson Smart Panel and your own fax software. See the Smart Panel Help. 555-1212 Important Fax Message...

  • Page 12: About Your Documentation

    Using the printer software for basic and advanced printing, including instructions for creating borderless prints Using Epson Scan to produce high-quality scans of all your photos and documents Using a memory card, including supported cards and the correct way to insert and remove a card ®...

  • Page 13: About Your Software

    Your printer driver documents look. You can’t print from your computer without it. Tip: It’s a good idea to check Epson’s support website periodically for free updates to your printer and scanner software. Visit http://support.epson.com. Download instructions are posted for your convenience.
  • Page 14 Welcome!

  • Page 15: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Follow the guidelines below to load paper in your Stylus Photo RX600. For a list of Epson papers, see the inside back cover of this manual. “Loading Single Sheets” below “Loading Envelopes” on page 17 “Loading Special Papers” on page 19 Loading Single Sheets 1.
  • Page 16 3. Press the sides of the left edge guide together and slide it all the way to the left. 4. Insert your paper against the right edge of the sheet feeder, behind the tab. 5. Press the sides of the left edge guide together and slide it against the paper (but not too tightly).

  • Page 17: Loading Envelopes

    Also be sure to: Load all paper with the printable side up. It’s usually brighter or whiter. Always load the short edge first, even when printing on 4 × 6 inch paper. Do not load paper above the arrow on the left edge guide. Load letterhead or preprinted paper top edge first.
  • Page 18 4. Press the sides of the left edge guide together and slide it against the envelopes (but not too tightly). Load envelopes short edge first, printable side up, and flap edge left Note: For best results, press each envelope flat before loading, or load one envelope at a time.

  • Page 19: Loading Special Papers

    Loading Special Papers To load Epson ink jet papers, follow these guidelines: Paper type Loading capacity Epson Premium Bright White Paper 80 sheets Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards 30 cards Epson Ink Jet Transparencies...
  • Page 20 Loading Paper...

  • Page 21: Copying

    Copying You can use your Stylus Photo RX600 by itself, just like a photocopier, or copy with a computer using the Epson Smart Panel software. “Copying Without a Computer” below “Copying With a Computer” on page 29 Copying Without a Computer 1.
  • Page 22 Note: If you place your photo or document against the edge of the glass, the edges of your photo or document may not be copied. To copy a thick document, you can remove the scanner lid. Turn off the Stylus Photo RX600, and open the scanner lid completely. Then disconnect the cord from the TPU connector and pull the lid straight up.
  • Page 23 9. Press the sides of the left edge guide together and slide it against the paper (but not too tightly). Note: Do not place the paper in front of the feeder guard. 10. Flip the feeder guard back over the paper. 11.
  • Page 24 Paper Type setting Loaded paper Plain Plain paper Epson Premium Bright White Paper Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Epson Iron-On Transfer Paper Epson Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets Glossy Epson Glossy Photo Paper Epson Photo Paper...
  • Page 25 PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Photo Paper for Epson ColorLife Epson ColorLife Photo Paper Epson Semigloss Scrapbook Photo Paper : Choose the size of the paper you loaded in the sheet feeder. Paper Size (Not all sizes are available for all paper types.)

  • Page 26: Changing The Copy Layout

    Changing the Copy Layout Your Stylus Photo RX600 offers you several layouts for copying. 1. Press the button to display the on the LCD screen. Menu Copy Menu Note: This menu is only available in Copy mode. 2. Choose with the u and d buttons and use the l and r buttons Copy Layout to select one of the options in the table below.
  • Page 27 Wallet Photo Prints nine wallet-size copies of the photo on the page * BorderFree is only available on selected Epson photo papers. **If you notice reduced print quality at the bottom of your copy, try using the Standard setting. 3. After you choose your copy layout, press...

  • Page 28: Lightening Or Darkening Copies

    Lightening or Darkening Copies 1. Press the button to display the on the LCD screen. Menu Copy Menu 2. Press the d button to choose C opy Density 3. Press the l button to lighten or the r button to darken your copies. 4.

  • Page 29: Copying With A Computer

    Copying With a Computer Follow these steps to use EPSON Smart Panel to copy with your computer. Note: Some features, such as PhotoEnhance and Sepia, are only available when copying from the computer. 1. Press the P button to turn on the Stylus Photo RX600.
  • Page 30 5. Open the output tray. Output tray 6. Flip the feeder guard forward. Feeder guard 7. Press the sides of the left edge guide together and slide it all the way to the left. Copying...
  • Page 31 EPSON Smart Panel Panel. Note: You can also open Epson Smart Panel in Windows by selecting Start > All Programs or Programs > EPSON Smart Panel > EPSON Smart Panel. On a Macintosh, you can open Smart Panel from the Applications folder.
  • Page 32 12. Click the Smart Panel button. You see the Copy Settings Copy Center window. Cancel button Stop button Copy button 13. Adjust any of the following copy settings: : Choose , or , based on the Source Type Photo & Text Photo Text content of your original.
  • Page 33 Device Settings Click here You should see your as the input and output EPSON Stylus Photo RX600 device. 15. Click to change the displayed print settings (such as a different Settings Media Type [paper] setting, if you loaded special paper) or select additional options.
  • Page 34 Enable or disable the automatic document enhancement feature. (This feature automatically enhances the image color and appearance in your copies.) Note: Disabling the automatic document enhancement feature may cause a gray or light colored background to appear on your copies. Add a sepia, blue, or black and white filter Adjust brightness, contrast, or saturation levels 17.

  • Page 35: Printing From A Computer

    Whenever you print, make sure you do the following: Use the right paper. For the best-looking photos, most vivid colors, and greatest detail, always use genuine Epson papers and Epson ink. Choose the right printer settings. Your printer automatically adjusts for each type of paper. That’s why printer settings are important.

  • Page 36: Printing In Windows

    After you create a document in a software program, follow these steps to print it using basic print settings: 1. From the File menu, click . You see a window like this one: Print Select EPSON Stylus Photo RX600 Click here to open your printer software 2. Make sure is selected.
  • Page 37 4. Select the following in the Properties window: Select the type of document you’re printing Select your paper Type Select your paper Size Select your document orientation 5. Select from these Quality Options : For rough drafts with reduced print quality Draft : For text-only documents and higher text quality Text...

  • Page 38: Selecting Default Settings

    During printing, this window appears and shows the progress of your print job. You can use the buttons to cancel, pause, or resume printing. You can also see how much ink you have left. Click to cancel printing Click to pause or resume printing Selecting Default Settings Your printer settings apply only to the program you’re currently using.

  • Page 39: Customizing Windows Print Settings

    Customizing Windows Print Settings You can use advanced settings for color matching, printing at the highest resolution available, or selecting a variety of special effects and layouts. 1. On the Main tab, click the button in the bottom right corner of Advanced the Properties window.
  • Page 40 4. Once you’ve finished selecting advanced settings, you can: Click to save your settings, return to the Print window, and print. Click the button to return to the Basic settings. Basic Click the tab and continue with step 5 to select page layout Page Layout options.

  • Page 41: Printing Photos In Windows

    Although borderless printing is a bit slower (especially near the edges), you get beautiful snapshots or enlargements without trimming. Paper name Sizes Paper type setting Epson Premium Glossy Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) Premium Glossy Photo Paper Photo Paper 4 × 6 inches 5 ×...
  • Page 42 1. Open your photo in your software program. 2. Select from the File menu, then click Print Properties Preferences You see the following window: Borderless checkbox 3. Select as the Quality Option setting. Photo Best Photo 4. Select one of the following paper types: Premium Glossy Photo Paper Matte Paper-Heavyweight Glossy Photo Paper...

  • Page 43: Printing On A Macintosh

    Printing on a Macintosh After you create a document in a software application, follow the steps in these sections to print it using basic print settings: Macintosh OS X, see below Macintosh OS 9, see page 46 Printing With OS X If you’re using an OS X-compatible application, follow the steps below to print your document.
  • Page 44 5. From the File menu select . You see a window like this one: Print Select Stylus Photo RX600 Click and choose Print Settings 6. Select from the Printer list. Always make sure you select Stylus Photo RX600 the same printer you chose in the Page Setup window. 7.
  • Page 45 : Select this option to have the printer software automatically Automatic select the best settings for your paper type. : Use the slider to choose greater quality or speed. Quality/Speed Note: For more information about printer settings, click the Help button. The Quality setting gives you the best combination of quality and print speed for most prints.

  • Page 46: Printing With Os 9

    You see a screen like this: 13. Monitor the progress of your print job or do one of the following: Select the print job in the Status list, then click to delete the job. Delete Select the print job, then click to pause printing.
  • Page 47 3. From the File menu, select . You see a window like this one Print 4. Select the following print settings as necessary: : Select the paper type for the paper you’ve loaded. See Media Type page 55 for guidelines. : Select (for color documents and black and white photos) or Color...
  • Page 48 7. If you turned on background printing, you can select EPSON Monitor IV from the Application menu in the upper right corner of your desktop. You see the Epson Monitor IV window: Select your print job in the Document Name list, then click...

  • Page 49: Customizing Macintosh Print Settings

    Customizing Macintosh Print Settings You can use advanced settings to print at the highest available resolution, or adjust the print speed and layout. “Customizing OS X Print Settings” below “Customizing OS 9 Print Settings” on page 50 Customizing OS X Print Settings 1.

  • Page 50: Customizing Os 9 Print Settings

    Customizing OS 9 Print Settings 1. Open the printer settings window, click , then click the Custom Advanced button that appears. 2. Select these advanced settings as necessary: Click here to select Photo RPM for the best print quality on certain paper types Select various print options here...

  • Page 51: Printing Photos On A Macintosh

    Although borderless printing is a bit slower (especially near the edges), you get beautiful snapshots or enlargements, without trimming. Paper name Sizes Paper type setting Epson Premium Glossy Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) Premium Glossy Photo Paper Photo Paper 4 × 6 inches 5 × 7 inches 8 ×...

  • Page 52: Printing Photos With Os X

    Printing Photos With OS X 1. Start your application and open your photo file. 2. From the File menu, select . You see the following window: Page Setup Select Stylus Photo RX600 (Sheet Feeder - Borderless) 3. Select from the Format Stylus Photo RX600(Sheet Feeder - Borderless) for list.
  • Page 53 9. Choose from the pop-up menu. Print Settings Select Stylus Photo RX600 (Sheet Feeder - Borderless) 10. Select one of the following paper types as the Media Type setting: Premium Glossy Photo Paper Matte Paper-Heavyweight Glossy Photo Paper Photo Paper Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Premium Luster Photo Paper 11.

  • Page 54: Printing Photos With Os 9

    Printing Photos With OS 9 1. Start your application and open your photo file. 2. Select from the File menu. You see the Page Setup window. Page Setup Select this box 3. Click the checkbox. Borderless Note: If you need to adjust the amount of image expansion necessary for borderless printing, click the Expansion button and move the Expansion slider.

  • Page 55: Selecting Your Paper Type

    Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards Epson Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets Epson Matte Paper Heavyweight Matte Paper - Heavyweight Epson Double-Sided Matte Paper PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Photo Paper for Epson Epson Photo Paper Photo Paper Epson Glossy Photo Paper Glossy Photo Paper...
  • Page 56 Printing From a Computer...

  • Page 57: Scanning To A Computer

    “Scanning Using the RX600 Buttons” on page 76 Using Epson Smart Panel Epson Smart Panel is an easy, step-by-step program that lets you scan your photo or document, then launch a variety of applications on your computer to handle the scanned file.
  • Page 58 Refer to the table below for a description of what each feature is used for: Smart Panel feature Description Scans and prints photos in various sizes and layouts. Includes Color Restoration (enhances color in faded photos). Reprint Photos Scans a photo and saves it to your computer. Scan and Save Copies documents with all the flexibility of a conventional photocopier.

  • Page 59: Scanning To A File

    Scans a photo or document and attaches it to an e-mail so that you can send it right away. Scan to E-mail Scans a photo and uploads it to Epson’s photo-sharing web site. Epson Photo Site For details on using all the Smart Panel features, click the button in Smart Panel or see the on-screen Smart Panel help.
  • Page 60 When you’re finished, be sure to turn off the Stylus Photo RX600 before replacing the scanner lid and plugging in the connector. 4. Start Epson Scan. Windows: Select >...

  • Page 61: Scanning From A Program

    Professional Mode Note: Epson Scan starts in the mode you used last, but you can change the mode at any time. Scanning From a Program...
  • Page 62 Tip: You can restore color in your old photos. See page 67 for details. 1. Open the scanner lid. 2. Place your photo or document face down on the glass in the upper left corner about 0.1 inch from the edges, as shown. You can also place additional small documents or photos and scan them at the same time.
  • Page 63 Import Acquire EPSON Stylus Photo RX600 Click to start Epson Scan 6. Epson Scan starts previewing your image in Full Auto Mode. To switch modes, click the button at the bottom of the screen. Pause Click Pause 7. Select (for basic scan settings) or...
  • Page 64 Epson Scan previews your image and displays the screen for the mode you chose. Home Mode Professional Mode 8. If you don’t see an automatic preview of your scan to the right of the Epson Scan window, click the button. Preview After a moment, your image appears in the Preview window.
  • Page 65 Image Type Destination the type of image you’re scanning and the way you want to print or view it. (Click on the Epson Scan screen for detailed information about all the Help available settings.) Note: The Document Type you select determines the other options that appear in the Epson Scan window.

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Scan Area (Marquee)

    Adjusting the Scan Area (Marquee) Once you create a marquee on your preview image, you can use it to crop the area you want to scan. You can create a marquee on each preview image, if you’re scanning more than one at a time. Marquee To move the entire marquee, click and hold your mouse button inside the outlined area to move the marquee where you want it.

  • Page 67: Restoring Color From Faded Photos

    Restoring Color From Faded Photos You can bring your old photos back to life when you scan them with Epson Scan. Your Stylus Photo RX600 and Epson Scan let you bring back the color from your faded photos so that your scanned images look brand new.
  • Page 68 EPSON Scan On Macintosh, double-click in the folder. EPSON Scan Applications 5. Epson Scan starts previewing your image in Full Auto Mode. To switch modes, click the button at the bottom of the screen. Pause Click Pause 6. Select from the Mode menu at Professional Mode the top of the screen.
  • Page 69 Epson Scan previews your image and displays the Professional Mode screen. 7. If you don’t see an automatic preview of your scan to the right of the Epson Scan window, click the button. Preview After a moment, your image appears in the Preview window.
  • Page 70 Destination the type of image you’re scanning and the way you want to print or view it. (Click on the Epson Scan screen for detailed information about all the Help available settings.) 10. Size and adjust your image settings as necessary.

  • Page 71: Scanning 35 Mm Slides And Film

    Note: You can scan 35 mm color film or slides in Full Auto Mode, Home Mode, or Professional Mode with Epson Scan. To scan black and white negative film, use Home Mode or Professional Mode. Removing the Film Holder and the Document 1.
  • Page 72 Note: You can’t scan film or slides unless the white document mat is removed from the scanner lid. 2. Remove the film holder from its storage place. (Remember to replace the film holder when you’re done using it.) 3. Place your film or slides in the film holder: See page 73 for film See page 74 for slides Scanning to a Computer...

  • Page 73: Placing 35 Mm Film Strips On The Film Holder

    Placing 35 mm Film Strips on the Film Holder 1. Remove the film cover for the film strip holder. 2. Slide your film strip into the holder with the duller (emulsion) side facing up. The top of the images should be facing the outside edge of the film holder and the images should be reversed.

  • Page 74: Placing 35 Mm Slides On The Film Holder

    Placing 35 mm Slides on the Film Holder 1. Position the film holder so that the 35 mm slide section faces the center of the scanner glass. The positioning posts fit in two small holes near the scanner lid, as shown. 2.

  • Page 75: Scanning Film Or Slides With Epson Scan

    Full Auto Mode 1. Make sure the white document mat has been removed from the scanner lid. See page 71. 2. Start Epson Scan as described on page 63. Your scanned image opens in your application window. Home Mode or Professional Mode 1.

  • Page 76: Scanning Using The Rx600 Buttons

    Note: Both Epson Scan and Epson Smart Panel must be installed on your computer to scan to your computer or to attach to an e-mail. Scanning to Your Computer 1.

  • Page 77: Scanning To E-Mail

    9. Follow the instructions in “Scanning to a File” on page 59 to complete the scan. Scanning to E-Mail This section explains how to use the control panel buttons to launch Epson Smart Panel. You can also scan to e-mail by double-clicking the EPSON Smart Panel icon on your desktop and clicking the button.
  • Page 78 EPSON Smart Panel Always use this program Then click The Epson Smart Panel window appears. Epson Scan automatically previews and scans the image, which opens in the View Images and Set Options window. 8. Select any settings you want to change, then click...

  • Page 79: Printing And Scanning Without A Computer

    Printing and Scanning Without a Computer This section tells you how to view and print photos on memory cards, without using a computer. You can also scan photos, film, and slides to memory cards, and print photos from film or slides. If you connect your Stylus Photo RX600 to your computer, you can use it as a card reader.

  • Page 80: Compatible Memory Cards And Images

    Compatible Memory Cards and Images You can use the following types of cards with your Stylus Photo RX600: CompactFlash Type I and Type II SmartMedia (maximum 128MB) SD (Secure Digital) Card Memory Stick MMC (MultiMediaCard) Memory Stick PRO miniSD Card (adapter required) MagicGate Memory Stick xD-Picture Card Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)
  • Page 81 3. Open the memory card slot cover. 4. Make sure the memory card light (next to the memory card slots) is off and that no cards are in any of the slots. Then insert a card into the correct slot, as shown.

  • Page 82: Printing From A Memory Card

    Printing From a Memory Card After you’ve inserted your memory card, you need to load paper, choose your photos, and print. See page 15 for instructions on loading paper. Before selecting the photos you want to print, make sure you have inserted your memory card.

  • Page 83: Selecting One Photo

    Selecting One Photo You can select a photo and print one or more copies of it on a page using a variety of layouts. 1. Press the button. Memory Card 2. Use the u and d buttons to highlight Custom Print Note: For Basic Print mode, see your How To Copy and Print book.

  • Page 84: Selecting A Range Of Photos

    Selecting a Range of Photos You can select a range of photos to print (such as photos 1 through 5) and print them as a group. 1. Press the button. Memory Card 2. Use the u and d buttons to highlight Custom Print 3.

  • Page 85: Printing Your Selected Photos

    Printing Your Selected Photos Once you’ve selected your photos, follow these steps to start printing: 1. Press the u and d buttons to highlight , then press the l and r Paper Type buttons to choose the type of paper that is loaded in the printer. (If you’re not sure about the paper type, see the table on page 87.) Note: It’s important to select the correct Paper Type setting for the paper you’re using, or...
  • Page 86 : To boost the appearance of small images taken from Small Image mobile phones and low-resolution PDAs, set this option to . (Make sure to turn this option when printing most photos, or your printer will print slowly.) : If your prints are too dark or bright, use this setting to adjust Brightness them.

  • Page 87: Selecting The Correct Paper Type

    Loaded paper type Paper Type setting Plain paper Plain Epson Photo Paper GlossyPhoto Epson Glossy Photo Paper Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Prem.Glossy Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Semigloss Epson Semigloss Scrapbook Photo Paper Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper Prem.Luster...

  • Page 88: Restoring Default Settings

    If you want to save a different group of settings, repeat step 1. This will replace your previously saved settings. Restoring Default Settings If you want to reset print and copy settings to their original default settings, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 89: Selecting Photos To Print

    Type and size options For these paper types Prem. Glossy - 4 × 6 Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Prem. Glossy - Letter Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Prem. Glossy - 8 × 10 Glossy Photo - Letter Epson Photo Paper Glossy Photo - 4 ×...

  • Page 90: Printing An Index Of All Your Photos

    4. Place the index sheet face-down on the scanner glass, so that the top of the sheet is aligned with the left edge of the glass. Top of sheet Left edge 5. Close the scanner lid. 6. Use the u and d buttons to highlight Scan Index Sheet 7.

  • Page 91: Printing From Film Or Slides

    Note: It’s important to select the correct Paper Type setting for the paper you’re using, or the print quality may not be what you expect. 4. Press the u and d buttons to highlight , then use the l and r Paper Size buttons to select the size of paper you’ve loaded.
  • Page 92 2. Remove the film holder from its storage place. (Remember to replace the film holder when you’re done using it.) 3. Place your film or slides in the film holder: See page 93 for film See page 94 for slides Printing and Scanning Without a Computer...

  • Page 93: Placing 35 Mm Film Strips On The Film Holder

    Placing 35 mm Film Strips on the Film Holder 1. Remove the cover for the film strip holder. 2. Slide your film strip into the holder with the duller (emulsion) side facing up. The top of the images should be facing the outside edge of the film holder and the images should be reversed.

  • Page 94: Placing 35 Mm Slides On The Film Holder

    Placing 35 mm Slides on the Film Holder 1. Position the film holder so that the 35 mm slide section faces the center of the scanner glass. The positioning posts fit in two small holes near the scanner lid, as shown. 2.

  • Page 95: Printing

    Printing 1. Press the button to set the Stylus Photo RX600 to Film Print Film Print mode. 2. Use the u and d buttons to choose , then press the button. Custom Print 3. You see the film options on the right. Use the l and r buttons to choose your film or slide type, then press the button.

  • Page 96: Scanning A Photo To A Memory Card

    Scanning a Photo to a Memory Card Follow these steps to scan a photo to a memory card and save it in JPEG format: 1. Disconnect the Stylus Photo RX600 from your computer or turn off your computer. 2. Open the memory card slot cover. 3.
  • Page 97 Note: If the card is not properly formatted, you see a message on the LCD screen. Press the button indicated on the LCD screen to format the card. Any data stored on the card will be erased. 4. Open the scanner lid. 5.

  • Page 98: Scanning Film Or Slides To A Memory Card

    10. Press the x button. The photo is scanned to the “epscan” folder on Color your memory card. Wait for scanning to finish, then remove the card. Caution: Never open the scanner unit while scanning or copying, or you could damage the Stylus Photo RX600.
  • Page 99 3. Make sure the memory card light (next to the card slots) is off and that no cards are inserted. Then insert a card into the correct slot, as shown. SmartMedia (top) CompactFlash or MemoryStick (middle) Microdrive (bottom) SD or MMC (middle) xD (top) The memory card light turns green.

  • Page 100: Removing The Film Holder And Document Mat

    Removing the Film Holder and Document Mat 1. Open the scanner lid and slide out the document mat. Set the mat aside so you can reinstall it for scanning reflective documents later. Note: You can’t scan film or slides unless the white document mat is removed from the scanner lid.

  • Page 101: Placing 35 Mm Film Strips On The Film Holder

    Placing 35 mm Film Strips on the Film Holder 1. Remove the cover for the film strip holder. 2. Slide your film strip into the holder with the duller (emulsion) side facing up. The top of the images should be facing the outside edge of the film holder and the images should be reversed.

  • Page 102: Placing 35 Mm Slides On The Film Holder

    Placing 35 mm Slides on the Film Holder 1. Position the film holder so that the 35 mm slide section faces the center of the scanner glass. The positioning posts fit in two small holes near the scanner lid, as shown. 2.
  • Page 103 6. Use the u, d, l, and r buttons to select the following options: (if the edges of the photo are light in color, Scan area Auto cropping select Max area Document type Text Graphics , or Resolution Normal Fine Photo 7.

  • Page 104: Zooming And Cropping Your Photos

    Zooming and Cropping Your Photos You can print a close-up, cropped version of photos that you are printing from a memory card, or from film or slides. Make sure your memory card is inserted (see page 80) or your film or slides are loaded in the film holder and placed on the scanner document table (see page 91), then follow the steps below.
  • Page 105 6. Use the u and d buttons to highlight , then use the l and r buttons Layout to select one of the following: : one photo per sheet, borderless; fits the photo lengthwise BorderFree on the paper. : one photo per sheet, with borders around the edges. With Border : one photo on the top half of the sheet (not available for film Upper 1/2...

  • Page 106: Using Your Stylus Photo Rx600 As A Card Reader

    16. If you want to print multiple copies of your photo, press the u and d buttons to choose a number to print (1 to 99). 17. Press the x button or x button. Your print job begins printing. Color B&W Note: To cancel a print job while printing, press the y Stop button.

  • Page 107: Configuring Photostarter

    2. If this is your first time inserting a card, you see this screen: Click Next 3. The Epson PhotoStarter setup assistant opens. 4. Click again. The setup assistant asks you a Next series of questions about how you want PhotoStarter to work.
  • Page 108 You can go back and change settings at any time by opening PhotoStarter. Click > > > Start Programs All Programs EPSON PhotoStarter EPSON . Open the Settings menu and choose PhotoStarter3.2 Change Settings Macintosh 1. Open the folder on your hard drive, then double-click Applications .
  • Page 109 If CardMonitor doesn’t open automatically, browse to the new drive icon on your desktop to view your images. You can go back and change settings at any time by opening PhotoStarter. Open folder, then double-click EPSON PhotoStarter 3 EPSON . Open the Tools menu and choose PhotoStarter 3...

  • Page 110: Removing A Memory Card

    Removing a Memory Card Once you’re finished copying photos from your memory card, follow the steps below to prepare your computer to remove it. Be sure to remove any cards before unplugging the USB cable from your printer. Caution: Do not eject a card while the memory card light is flashing, or without performing the steps described below, or you may lose data on the card.

  • Page 111: Printing From Other Devices

    Printing From Other Devices Your Epson Stylus Photo RX600 can print photos stored: On a PictBridge-enabled digital camera (see page 112) On a data storage device, such as a ® ® CD-ROM or an Iomega drive (see page 113) On a Bluetooth-enabled device...

  • Page 112: Printing From A Digital Camera

    Note: If your camera is not compatible with PictBridge or USB Direct Print, you’ll see a message saying that the connected device cannot be used. Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of any cameras. Printing From Other Devices...

  • Page 113: Printing From A Cd Drive Or Zip Disk

    Note: If your drive is not compatible with the Stylus Photo RX600, you’ll see a message saying that the connected device cannot be used. Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of any drives. If you are using a Zip disk, it must be formatted as a FAT16 disk. Also, if you...

  • Page 114: Saving Photos To A Cd Or Zip Disk

    2. Turn on the Stylus Photo RX600 and your storage device. After a moment, the Stylus Photo RX600 reads and counts the number of photos on your device. When it’s done, your images are available for printing. See “Printing From a Memory Card” on page 82 for printing instructions. Note: If you’ve backed up your images on a Zip disk, CD, or other storage device (see below), they’re stored in folders (001, 002, etc.).
  • Page 115 3. Connect a USB cable from your drive to the USB port on the front EXT. I/F of the Stylus Photo RX600. EXT/IF USB port 4. Press the button. Memory Card 5. Press the d button to choose Backup 6. Press .

  • Page 116: Using A Bluetooth Device

    To send and print photos wirelessly from Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as digital still cameras, PDAs, mobile phones, and computers, you can use the optional Bluetooth Photo Print adapter, available from Epson. The Bluetooth Photo Print adapter (C12C824142) is available from your local...

  • Page 117: Connecting The Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter

    Connecting the Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter Make sure the Stylus Photo RX600 is not currently printing. Plug the Bluetooth Photo Print adapter into the USB port on the front of the Stylus Photo EXT. I/F RX600, then fold the front section up or down. Caution: Do not connect the Bluetooth Photo Print adapter while the printer is printing.

  • Page 118: Printing With Bluetooth

    If you are using Windows, you must use the software included with your computer’s Bluetooth adapter to set up a connection with your printer. Your adapter may let you print using your Epson printer software. See the documentation included with your computer’s Bluetooth adapter.

  • Page 119: Choosing Bluetooth Settings

    2. Use the u and d buttons to choose settings and use the l and r buttons to adjust them. Choose settings in the Bluetooth option menus listed below. Menu Item Settings Description BT Device Name Epson Stylus Photo If multiple Bluetooth-enabled Setting RX600- (number) printers are in the same (Default = 0)
  • Page 120 Menu Item Settings Description BT Encryption On/Off Select On to encrypt communication. Encryption (Default = Off) requires that a four-digit Passkey be entered into a device before it can communicate with and print from the printer. BT Passkey Any four-digit number The Passkey Setting allows Setting you to set the four-digit...

  • Page 121: Maintenance

    Maintenance If you notice a decline in print quality, follow the instructions in this chapter to check and clean the print head. You’ll also find instructions on checking ink levels and replacing ink cartridges, aligning the print head, and transporting your Stylus Photo RX600.
  • Page 122 3. Press the u and d buttons to select Head cleaning 4. Press the button, then press to start cleaning the print head. Cleaning takes about 30 seconds, during which the message Head Cleaning appears on the LCD screen. Caution: Never turn off the Stylus Photo RX600 while the message Head Cleaning appears on the LCD screen, unless the Stylus Photo RX600 hasn’t moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes.

  • Page 123: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning three or four times, check the solutions beginning on page 131. You can also turn the Stylus Photo RX600 off and wait overnight—this allows any dried ink to soften—and then try cleaning the print head again.

  • Page 124: Purchasing Ink Cartridges

    Light Magenta T048620 Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your Stylus Photo RX600 not covered by Epson’s warranty. When you need new ink cartridges, contact your dealer, or call the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S.

  • Page 125: Removing And Installing Ink Cartridges

    Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. Once you start replacing a cartridge, you must complete all the steps in one session. 1. If an ink cartridge is empty: Look at the LCD screen to see which cartridge is empty, then press the button.
  • Page 126 4. Identify the cartridge you need to replace. Press in the tab at the back of the cartridge to release it, then lift the cartridge straight out. Dispose of it carefully. Note: The illustration above shows the black cartridge being removed. Only remove the cartridge(s) you need to replace.
  • Page 127 7. Close the cartridge cover, then lower the scanner unit. Caution: If you find it difficult to close the cover, make sure all the cartridges are firmly seated. Press down on each newly installed cartridge until you hear it click into place.

  • Page 128: Aligning The Print Head

    Aligning the Print Head If your printouts look grainy or vertical lines appear jagged, you may need to align the print head. Note: You can run a print head alignment using the printer software. Click the ? or Help button on your printer settings window for instructions on running a print head alignment.

  • Page 129: Transporting The Stylus Photo Rx600

    8. When you’re finished you see a message on the Head alignment completed LCD screen. Press to return to the Setup Menu. Transporting the Stylus Photo RX600 If you move your Stylus Photo RX600 some distance, you need to prepare it for transportation in its original box or one of a similar size.
  • Page 130 5. Unplug the cord from the connector. 6. Remove any paper from the sheet feeder and output tray, then remove the paper support. 7. Close the output tray. 8. Lift up the scanner unit. 9. Remove the orange print head lock from its storage area and install it as shown to prevent the print head from moving during transport.

  • Page 131: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems If you have a problem with your Stylus Photo RX600, check the messages on the LCD screen, run a nozzle check (see page 134), or see “Problems and Solutions” on page 134. See these sections: “Checking the LCD Screen” below “Printing a Nozzle Check”...
  • Page 132 Error Message Solution Service required. Parts inside your Contact your dealer. printer are at the end of their service life. See your printer’s documentation for details. The file size is too large to print. The file is too large to be printed via Bluetooth.
  • Page 133 Error Message Solution No memory card or disk. An external device is not connected or storage media has not been loaded. Confirm that the memory card or storage media has been loaded correctly. If it is loaded correctly, there may be a problem with your memory card or storage media.

  • Page 134: Printing A Nozzle Check

    Setup and Software Installation Problems Tip: It’s a good idea to check Epson’s web site periodically for possible updates to your software. Visit http://support.epson.com and check the section for your product to see if there is new software available for downloading to your computer.

  • Page 135: Printing And Copying Problems

    Your Epson software may be incorrectly installed. See “Uninstalling Your Software” on page 145. Make sure you carefully follow the steps on your Start Here sheet when you reinstall your software. You need to connect the Epson Stylus Photo RX600 at the correct time in the installation process.
  • Page 136 It sounds like the Stylus Photo RX600 is printing, but nothing prints. The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see page 121 for instructions. The Stylus Photo RX600 won’t operate properly if it’s tilted. Place it on a flat, stable surface. Printing or copying is too slow.

  • Page 137: Scanning Problems

    Make sure you select the correct Copy settings for the type of document you are trying to copy. See “Copying Without a Computer” on page 21 or “Copying With a Computer” on page 29. If you use the buttons on the control panel to select to copy a Auto Fit Page document with white or very light edges, the original size may not be...

  • Page 138: Paper Feed Problems

    Make sure that is selected in your application EPSON Stylus Photo RX600 software. Check your software installation. If all else fails, uninstall your software, then reinstall it; see page 145.

  • Page 139: Print Quality Problems

    If paper jams frequently, make sure the left edge guide isn’t pushed too tightly against the paper. Also, try loading fewer sheets of paper. The stack should never be above the arrow on the inside of the left edge guide. Some paper types require that you load sheets individually, or you use a support sheet;...
  • Page 140 Use a support sheet with special paper or try loading your paper one sheet at a time. Align the print head; see page 128 for instructions. Use Epson papers for proper saturation and absorption of genuine Epson inks. Solving Problems...
  • Page 141 Your printout is faint or has gaps. Clean the print head; see page 121 for instructions. The ink cartridges may be old or low on ink; see “Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 123. Select the correct Type (Windows) or Media Type (Macintosh) setting for your paper;...

  • Page 142: Miscellaneous Printing Problems

    The ink cartridges may be old or low on ink; see “Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 123. Try turning off PhotoEnhance in your printer software. Also check if you’re using a special effect that alters image colors, like Sepia. Try using Automatic mode (Macintosh); see page 43. Try changing the Gamma setting;...

  • Page 143: Scan Quality Problems

    Then scan again. Click in the Help Epson Scan window for details. Change the Display Gamma setting and check the Destination setting in Epson Scan. Click in the Epson Scan window for details. Help Problems and Solutions...
  • Page 144 The image does not look the same as the original. Your image and display settings may not be correct for your document type. Click in the Epson Scan window for details. Help Your monitor and printer use different technologies to represent colors, so your printed colors can’t match your screen colors exactly.

  • Page 145: Lcd Problems

    A dotted line appears in the image. If this happens on both your screen and printout, clean the scanner glass with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth (paper towels are not recommended). If the glass is still not clean, use a small amount of glass cleaner on a soft cloth. Make sure you wipe off any remaining cleaner.

  • Page 146: Windows

    Windows 1. Make sure your Epson Stylus Photo RX600 is plugged in and connected to your computer. 2. Windows XP: Click > Start Control Panel Other Windows systems: Click > > Start Settings Control Panel 3. Click (Windows XP) or double-click...

  • Page 147: Macintosh Os X

    SPRX600 Series printer driver (double-click the folder to see this Printer installer) Note: Epson PhotoStarter must be uninstalled before you can uninstall Epson CardMonitor. 9. When you’re finished, follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet to reinstall your software. Uninstalling Your Software...

  • Page 148: Macintosh Os 9

    6. Follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall PhotoStarter. When you’re done, click to exit the installer, then close the PhotoStarter folder. Quit Note: Epson PhotoStarter must be uninstalled before you can uninstall Epson CardMonitor. 7. Double-click the folder, then double-click the installer icon. Storage 8.

  • Page 149: Where To Get Help

    Where To Get Help If you need help with your Stylus Photo RX600 or Epson Scan software, see “Epson Support” below. If you need help with any other included software, see page 150. Epson Support Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support...

  • Page 150: Other Software Technical Support

    You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766, or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. Other Software Technical Support Software Telephone Online and E-mail...

  • Page 151: Requirements And Notices

    Requirements and Notices Windows System Requirements To use your Stylus Photo RX600 and its software, your system should have: Microsoft Windows compatible PC with Pentium ® 300 MHz or faster processor Microsoft Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP 256MB RAM (512MB or more of RAM recommended) At least 200MB of free hard disk space (300MB or more recommended) CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the software...

  • Page 152: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Before using your Stylus Photo RX600, read and follow these safety instructions: Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the Stylus Photo RX600. Use only the type of power source indicated on the Stylus Photo RX600 label. Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.

  • Page 153: Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

    Always turn the Stylus Photo RX600 off using the P button. Don’t turn off the power using a switch on a power strip or unplug the Stylus Photo RX600 until the P light is off and the message Turning off disappears from the LCD panel.

  • Page 154: Lcd Panel Safety Instructions

    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 Stylus Photo RX600 or touch the cartridge during printing.

  • Page 155: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 156: Declaration Of Conformity

    Type of Product: Multi Function Printer Model: C171B Compliance NERGY As an E ® Partner, Epson has determined that NERGY this product meets the E guidelines for energy NERGY efficiency. The EPA E office equipment NERGY program is a voluntary partnership with the computer and...

  • Page 157: Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty

    United States or Canada, conforms to the manufacturer’s specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Epson also warrants that the consumable ink cartridges enclosed with the product will perform to the manufacturer’s specified usage, which usage may expire before the...
  • Page 158 Epson, e.g., dealer or user-added boards or components. Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to be properly...

  • Page 159: Index

    Index Numerics CardMonitor, 107 to 109 Cartridges, replacing, 123 to 127 35 mm film, 93, 101 CD-R/RW drive, 113 to 114 35 mm slides, 94, 102 backing up files on, 114 to 115 printing from, 113 to 114 Accessories, 116 saving memory card files on, 114 to 115 Advanced print settings, 39 Characters, incorrect, 142...
  • Page 160 Enlarge copy, 24, 32 Envelopes, 17 to 18 Image quality problems, 143 to 145 Epson paper, 19 Image type, 65 Epson Scan, 60 to 71 Incorrect characters, 142 Error messages, 131 to 133 Incorrect colors, 141 to 144 Exif Print format, 9...
  • Page 161 Index sheet for printing, 88 to 90 Ink cartridges Macintosh empty, 125 advanced print settings, 49 to 50 low, 125 borderless printing, 51 to 54 ordering, 150 CardMonitor, 108 part numbers, 124 color management settings, 45, 49, 50 purchasing, 124 controlling printing, 45 to 46, 48 replacing, 123 to 127 customizing print settings, 49 to 50...
  • Page 162 Printing without a computer Paper accessing files, 111 to 112 copy settings, 24 to 25 Bluetooth, 118 Epson, 19 cropping, 86 for borderless printing, 41, 51 from an index sheet, 88 to 90 loading, 15 to 19 from CDs and Zip disks, 113 to 114...
  • Page 163 Slides loading, 94, 102 Safety instructions, 124, 152 to 154 scanning, 98 to 103 Saturation, 34, 86 Slides, scanning, 71 to 75 Saving Slow printing or copying, 136 copy settings, 28 SmartPanel print settings, 87 using, 57 to 59 Saving files from memory cards, Smears, 140 114 to 115 Software...
  • Page 164 Windows advanced print settings, 39 borderless printing, 41 to 42 CardMonitor, 107 controlling printing, 38 customizing print settings, 39 default settings, 38 ejecting memory cards, 110 page layout settings, 40 PhotoStarter, 107 printing, 36 to 42 system requirements, 151 Wireless printing, see Bluetooth Wrinkled paper, 139 Zip drive connecting, 113 to 114...

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