Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - Windows................. 19 Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - OS X................20 Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More ............21 Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App ....................22 Using Epson Remote Print ......................22 Using AirPrint ............................
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Loading Roll Paper in the Product ....................55 Cutting and Removing Roll Paper ....................59 Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity ....................61 Available Epson Papers ........................63 Borderless Paper Type Compatibility ....................71 Paper or Media Type Settings - Product Software................72 Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel ............
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Paper Source Options - Windows ..................... 85 Using Layout Manager - Windows Only ..................87 Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows..................93 Reduce/Enlarge Options - Windows ..................94 Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows..................94 Double-sided Printing Options - Windows................. 95 Selecting Additional Settings - Windows ..................
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Checking Cartridge Status on the LCD Screen................126 Checking Cartridge Status with Windows ..................127 Checking Cartridge Status with OS X ..................129 Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges......................130 Ink Cartridge and Maintenance Box Part Numbers..............130 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges.................... 131 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ....................
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Noise After Ink Installation ......................163 Software Installation Problems ....................163 Solving Network Problems ....................... 164 Product Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point ..........164 Network Software Cannot Find Product on a Network..............165 Product Does Not Appear in OS X Printer Window..............166 Cannot Print Over a Network.......................
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Wireless Connection Safety Instructions ..................206 FCC Compliance Statement......................206 Trademarks ............................207 Copyright Notice..........................208 A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials........... 208 Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products ..........208 Copyright Attribution ........................209...
See these sections to learn about the basic features of your product. Using the Control Panel Product Parts Locations The Power Off and Sleep Timers Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More Using AirPrint Using Google Cloud Print Using the Control Panel See these sections to learn about the control panel and select control panel settings.
power light home button power button back button The touch screen The up and down arrow buttons Parent topic: Using the Control Panel The Touch Screen Status icons Load Guide displays when no paper is loaded; Media Setup displays when paper is loaded Opens the ink cartridge menu Changes the black ink type Opens the networking menu...
Status Icons Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Status Icons Status icons may be displayed on the touch screen depending on the product's status. Icons Description Photo Black ink is selected. Matte Black ink is selected. Ink is low. Displays the status of the Ethernet connection. Wired or wireless network connection has been established.
Icons Description Auto Sheet Feeder setting is selected (displays in Load Guide). Fine Art Media setting is selected (displays in Load Guide). Poster Board setting is selected (displays in Load Guide). Roll Paper setting is selected (displays in Load Guide). Thick Paper setting is set to On.
1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the setup button. You see a screen like this: 3. Select System Administration. 4. Select Common Settings. 5. Press the down arrow button and select Language. 6. Select a language. Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Adjusting the Screen Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
You see a screen like this: 3. Select System Administration. 4. Select Common Settings. 5. Select LCD Brightness. 6. Tap the left or right arrows to adjust the screen brightness. 7. Select OK to exit. Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Product Parts Locations See these sections to identify the parts on your product.
Product Parts - Front Paper support and extensions Edge guide Printer cover Ink cartridge cover Front cover Output tray and extension Front manual feed tray Maintenance cartridge cover Control panel...
Print head Paper support edge guide Auto sheet feeder Parent topic: Product Parts Locations Product Parts - Back Rear paper support and extension Roll paper feed slot Vent USB port LAN port Status light Data light AC inlet...
Parent topic: Product Parts Locations The Power Off and Sleep Timers The product enters sleep mode or turns off automatically if it is not used for a period of time. You can adjust the time period before power management, but increasing the time reduces the product's energy efficiency.
5. Select Power Off Timer. 6. Select the length of time after which you want the product to automatically turn off when it is not in use. Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers Changing the Sleep Timer Setting from the Control Panel You can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the product enters sleep mode.
1. Access the Windows Desktop, right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar, and select Printer Settings. 2. Click the Utility tab and select Printer and Option Information. You see this window: 3. In the drop-down menu, select the length of time after which you want the product to automatically turn off when it is not in use.
Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More You can print documents, photos, and web pages from your home or office. You can use your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Epson offers these solutions to print from anywhere: Epson iPrint Mobile App and Epson Remote Print.
Remote Print and how to download the software. 3. Download and install the Remote Print software. 4. Obtain the email address and optional access key of the Epson product you want to use for printing, and enter this address during Remote Print setup.
Loading Media Using Google Cloud Print With a Google Account, you can print from your Apple or Android device to your Epson product. You can also print from Chromebooks and the Google Chrome browser without drivers or cables. Set up your Epson product for network printing. See the link below.
With a Google Account, you can print from a Chromebook without drivers or cables. Set up your Epson product for network printing. See the link below. Note: Make sure your Epson product is connected to your wireless network before starting the Google Cloud Print setup.
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Your product is now linked to your Google Account and can be accessed from any Chromebook, iPhone, or Android phone with Internet access. For more information on using Google Cloud Print, visit Epson Support. Parent topic: Using Google Cloud Print...
You can set up your product to communicate with your computer using a wireless router or access point. The wireless router or access point can be connected to your computer over a wireless or wired network. Epson product Wireless router or access point...
The installer program guides you through network setup. Note: Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of network data and settings. Epson is not responsible for backing up or recovering data and settings during or after the warranty period. We recommend that you make your own backup or print out your network data and settings.
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4. Select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard. Note: If you need to disable the wireless network to set up your product on an Ethernet network, press the down arrow button, select Disable Wi-Fi, and press the OK button. Then follow the instructions on changing to a wired network connection. 5.
Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup You can set up your product to communicate directly with your computer or another device without requiring a wireless router or access point. Epson product Computer with a wireless interface...
Other wireless device You can select one of these modes to communicate with your computer or device: Access point mode The product itself acts as the network access point for up to 4 devices. When operating in this mode, your product displays an AP connection symbol on the LCD screen. Peer-to-peer mode The product communicates one-to-one with another Wi-Fi Direct capable device.
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You see a screen like this: 4. Scroll down and select Wi-Fi Direct Setup. 5. Select Connection Setup. 6. Select Change Password and select Yes. Note: If you have already connected devices or computers to your product via Wi-Fi Direct, they are disconnected when you change the password.
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Note: Your password must be at least 8 and no more than 22 characters long. • Press to move the cursor. • Press to change the case of letters. • Press to delete the previous character. • Press to enter numbers and symbols. •...
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) If your network uses a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can quickly connect your product to the network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Note: To check if your router is WPS-enabled, look for a button labeled WPS on your router or access point.
5. Follow the instructions on the LCD screen to complete WPS setup. 6. Press the home button to exit. Your product should now be connected to the network. Parent topic: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Printing a Network Status Sheet You can print a network status sheet to help you determine the causes of any problems you may have using your product on a network.
Wi-Fi connection. 1. Disconnect the USB cable from your product. 2. Uninstall your product software. 3. Download and install your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on the Start Here sheet. Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections...
1. Do one of the following: • Windows: Uninstall your product software. • OS X: Go to the next step. 2. Download and install your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on the Start Here sheet. Parent topic:...
Note: Before disabling Wi-Fi features, make a note of your product's SSID (network name) and password, and any network settings selected for the Epson Connect services you may use. 1. Press the home button, if necessary.
Loading Fine Art Media Loading Posterboard and Thick Media Loading Roll Paper (Optional) Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity Available Epson Papers Borderless Paper Type Compatibility Paper or Media Type Settings - Product Software Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel...
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2. Open the paper support and pull up the extensions. 3. Press the front cover to open it.
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4. Fully extend the output tray. 5. Insert paper, glossy or printable side up, short edge first, against the right side and beneath the tab.
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6. Press the button on the edge guide and slide it against the paper (but not too tightly). 7. When prompted by the product's LCD screen, select the size and type of the paper you loaded and select OK. Always follow these paper loading guidelines: •...
Parent topic: Loading Media Related references Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity Related tasks Loading Fine Art Media Loading Posterboard and Thick Media Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings Loading Fine Art Media Use the front manual feed tray and the rear paper support to load fine art media.
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6. Press the front cover to open it. 7. Press the center of the manual feed tray and release it to extend the tray.
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8. Insert a single sheet of fine art paper into the manual feed tray. Insert it short edge first with the printable side up. 9. Feed the paper up to the line on the tray. Make sure the paper is flush against the right side, then pull the paper back gently to align it against the edge of the manual feed tray.
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11. When you see a message on the screen, close the manual feed tray by pushing it in until it latches. 12. Fully extend the output tray. 13. If necessary, select the Paper Size and Paper Type, then select OK. 14.
• Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions. Parent topic: Loading Media Related references Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Loading Posterboard and Thick Media Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings Loading Posterboard and Thick Media Use the front manual feed tray to load media with a thickness of 0.047 to 0.059 inch (1.2 to 1.5 mm).
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5. Press the front cover to open it. 6. Press the center of the manual feed tray and release it to extend the tray.
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7. Insert a single sheet of posterboard or thick media into the manual feed tray. Insert it short edge first with the printable side up. Note: Never try to load media from the rear or you could damage your product. 8.
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10. When you see a message on the screen, close the manual feed tray by pushing it in until it latches. 11. Fully extend the output tray. 12. If necessary, select the Paper Size and Paper Type, then press OK. 13.
Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Loading Fine Art Media Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings Loading Roll Paper (Optional) You can load 13-inch to 17-inch (330 mm to 432 mm) wide roll paper for printing large or panoramic images, or multiple photos (with or without borders) using the optional roll paper unit.
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3. Tilt the roll paper unit and fit the hooks on the unit into the holes on the back of the printer. 4. Tighten the two screws at the base of the roll paper unit. Parent topic: Loading Roll Paper (Optional)
Removing and Installing the Roll Media Adapter - 2-inch Core For roll canvas media with a 2-inch core, you need to remove the roll media adapter from the flange to match the core size of your roll canvas media. Note: Thin media (less than 250 gsm) is not supported for this core size. 1.
Removing and Installing the Roll Media Adapter - 3-inch Core For roll paper with a 3-inch core, you need to install the roll media adapter onto the flange to match the core size of your roll paper. 1. Remove the black flange from the spindle. 2.
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1. Remove any tape and protective paper from the end of the roll. Make sure the paper is cut straight across to avoid paper feeding problems. Note: Avoid touching the surface of your paper. With canvas media that you have previously loaded, it’s a good idea to cut the edge straight each time you reload it.
4. Press the roll paper against the fixed flange until that there is no gap between the flange and the roll paper. 5. Insert the black flange onto the spindle and press in until there is no gap between the flange and the roll paper.
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1. Press the front cover to open it. Note: If the manual feed tray is open, push the center of the tray to close it. 2. Extend only the first section of output tray as shown.
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3. Open the rear support, but do not pull out the extension. 4. Load the roll paper and spindle into the roll paper unit with the gray flange on the left side.
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5. Feed the paper into the roll paper feeder until the leading edge touches the feeder. After about three seconds, the paper moves into the load position. Note: When loading canvas media, leave slack in the roll as it feeds and prints for the best results. If you have trouble feeding canvas media, check that the edge is straight and reload it, making sure to keep the roll slack.
Cutting and Removing Roll Paper After printing on roll paper, use scissors as described here to cut your printout from the roll paper. 1. When printing is finished and you see this screen, select Cut to print a cut line and feed the paper. Note: If you select No Cut, you return to the main menu and your next print job will immediately follow the last.
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The paper feeds back through the printer. 4. Turn the flange to wind the roll paper back onto the roll. 5. Grasp both ends of the spindle and remove the roll paper and spindle from the roll paper unit.
6. To remove the black flange from the spindle, hold the flange and press the edge of the spindle with your thumbs as shown. If it is difficult to remove, tap the tip of the spindle on the black flange side. 7.
You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or 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). Note: Paper/media availability varies by country.
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility You can print borderless photos on compatible paper types in compatible sizes. Borderless Paper Types • Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided • Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte • Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte •...
Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double- sided Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Velvet Fine Art Paper Epson Metallic Photo Paper Glossy...
For this paper Select this Paper Type or Media Type setting Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 325 gsm Standard Proofing Paper (240) UltraPremium Photo Paper Luster Proofing Paper White Semimatte Standard Proofing Paper Publication...
Ultra Premium Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double- sided Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Velvet Fine Art Epson Metallic Photo Paper Glossy Prem.
Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured Watercolor Paper Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant White Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 325 gsm Standard Proofing Paper (240) Prem. Semigloss Proofing Paper White Semimatte Standard Proofing Paper Publication...
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You see a screen like this: 3. Select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary. 4. Select Printer Settings. 5. Select Paper Source Settings. 6. Select Paper Setup Display. 7. Select one of these options: • Select On to display the media setup screen when paper is loaded. •...
Note: If you have an Internet connection, it is a good idea to check for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. If you see a Software Update screen, select Enable automatic checking and click OK. The update scans your system to see if you have the latest product software. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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4. Select the Media Type setting that matches the paper you loaded. 5. If you are using non-Epson paper or media and you need to fine-tune its performance, click the Paper Config button and adjust paper configuration options as necessary.
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6. When using plain paper, select an Ink option: • To print using the previous print job's setting, select Last-Used. • Select the Photo Black Ink or Matte Black Ink setting according to the media type you are using. Note: To avoid changing black ink more often than necessary, you can set the default black ink type to the one you usually use.
Advanced Color Controls - Windows Paper Source Options - Windows Using Layout Manager - Windows Only Parent topic: Printing with Windows Related tasks Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Paper Configuration Options - Windows Select any of the available Paper Configuration options to fine-tune the quality of your print. Color Density Adjusts the ink saturation level.
Drying Time per Print Head Pass Pauses print head movement for up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry. This lets you print with non-Epson media and avoid smearing the ink. Paper Feed Adjustment Modifies the speed of the paper feeding to compensate for banding in the direction of the print head.
You can adjust the Mode setting to fine-tune the colors in your printout, or turn off color management in your printer software. EPSON Standard (sRGB) Increases the contrast in images. Click the Advanced button to use advanced color controls. Adobe RGB Matches image colors to the Adobe RGB color standard.
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Automatically adjusts colors based on the printer’s ICC profile and the selected Media Type setting, using the Image Color Matching system. Click the Advanced button to choose the input profile and other settings. Note: In most cases, you get better results by applying color management in your application, rather than in the printer driver.
Advanced Color Controls - Windows If you selected EPSON Standard (RGB) or Adobe RGB as the Mode setting, you can click the Advanced button to select detailed settings. The Color Controls screen lets you specify values for adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation, and individual Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow color tones.
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Roll Paper Selects roll paper loaded in the optional roll paper unit for photos or panoramics up to 27 inches (68.6 cm) long. Click Roll Paper Option and select Print Page Frame to print a cutting guideline around each photo. Roll Paper (Banner) Selects roll paper loaded in the optional roll paper unit for photos or banners over 27 inches (68.6 cm) long.
Using Layout Manager - Windows Only Layout Manager lets you create a poster or display by dragging multiple pieces of print data created in different applications onto one sheet of paper for printing.
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You can also place the same print data multiple times as shown here.
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You can place print data in different sizes and orientations to maximize media usage, as shown here.
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You can place print data on roll paper as shown here. 1. Open the file you want to print in your application. 2. Select the print command in your application.
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3. Select Layout Manager on the Main tab and choose an option for the Size setting that matches the size of the document in the application. Note: You select the size of the paper you are printing on in a later step. 4.
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6. Do the following to arrange objects on the Layout Manager screen: • Drag pages to move and resize them. • Use the tool buttons and the Object menu to align and rotate pages. • Resize and replace whole pages in the Preference or Arrangement Settings screens. Note: See the Layout Manager screen help for more details.
Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows You can select a variety of sizing and layout options for your document or photo on the Page Layout tab. • To change the orientation of your printed document or photo, select the Portrait or Landscape checkbox.
• To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge checkbox and select sizing options. • To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, or print one image on multiple sheets of paper, select the Multi-Page checkbox and select the options you want. •...
N-up Prints 2 (2-up) or 4 (4-up) pages on one sheet of paper. Poster Prints one image on multiple sheets of paper to create a large poster with or without borders. Click the Settings button to select the layout and guideline options. Parent topic: Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows Double-sided Printing Options - Windows...
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• Head Cleaning to clean the print head if you notice banding or gaps in your printouts. • Print Head Alignment to align the print head if printouts appear grainy or out of focus. • Epson Status Monitor 3 to check the printer's status.
• Export or Import to save the print settings to a file or import them from a file. This is useful when you want to select the same print settings on multiple computers. • Driver Update to check the Epson website for any available printer software updates and install them automatically.
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You see your application's Print window, such as this one: 2. Click OK or Print to start printing. Checking Print Status - Windows Parent topic: Printing with Windows...
Checking Print Status - Windows During printing, you see this window showing the progress of your print job. It allows you to control printing and check ink cartridge status. • To cancel printing, click Cancel. • To see print jobs waiting to print, click Print Queue. Parent topic: Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings...
Saving and Sharing Print Settings - Windows You can save your print settings so you can use them for future print jobs. 1. Select the print settings you want to save. 2. Click Save/Del at the top of the Main or Page Layout tab in your printer software. You see a window like this: 3.
• To import a group of settings, click Save/Del, click Import, select the file you want to use, and click Open. Then use the settings to print. Parent topic: Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Saving and Sharing Media Settings - Windows You can save and share settings you have selected for a particular media type so you can use them for...
3. Verify that your settings are correct, enter a name for the media settings in the Name field, and click Save. Note: If you need to delete a group of settings you have created, select the name of the settings from the list and click Delete.
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You see this window: 3. Select the item you want to edit. 4. Order or group items in the List box. • To move and reorder items, drag and drop them in the list. • To add a new group (folder), click Add Group. •...
• To hide a group, drag and drop it to Not Display. Note: If you delete a group, the group folder is deleted but the items within the folder remain. 5. Click Save. Parent topic: Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows When you change your print settings in a program, the changes apply only while you are printing in that program session.
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You see the printer settings window: 3. Select the print settings you want to use as defaults in all your Windows programs. 4. Click OK. These settings are now the defaults selected for printing. You can still change them as needed for printing in any program session.
Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens You can change the language used on the Windows printer software screens. 1. Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar. 2. Select Printer Settings. You see the printer settings window. 3.
4. Select the language you want to use as the Language setting. 5. Click OK to close the printer software window. The printer software screens appear in the language you selected the next time you access them. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Changing Automatic Update Options Your printer software for Windows automatically checks for updates to the product software.
You can print with your product using any OS X printing program, as described in these sections. Note: If you have an Internet connection, it is a good idea to check for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS X...
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3. Select your product as the Printer setting. 4. If necessary, click the arrow next to the Printer setting or the Show Details button to expand the print window.
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You see the expanded printer settings window for your product: Note: The print window may look different, depending on the version of OS X and the application you are using. 5. Select the Copies and Pages settings as necessary. Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before printing.
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6. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Paper Size setting. • To print a borderless photo, select the Borderless checkbox or a paper size with a Borderless option. You can also create a custom paper size, but the highest available Quality setting is limited to Normal.
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Note: In certain programs, you may need to select Advanced before you can select Print Settings. For more information about print settings, click the ? button. You see these settings: 10. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting. Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper.
12. Click Color Mode and select Manual Settings. 13. Select one of the following as the Color Mode setting: • EPSON Standard (sRGB): Increases the contrast in images. Click the Advanced Color Settings tab to use advanced color controls. • Adobe RGB: Matches image colors to the Adobe RGB color standard. Use this setting if your source file was captured in Adobe RGB.
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You can specify values for adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation, and individual Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow color tones. • Advanced B&W Photo...
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You can select any of the available options. Color Toning Adds tone (hue) to your black-and-white output. The default is Neutral, which provides a neutral tonal scale print. You can also choose other popular presets such as Cool, Warm, and Sepia. Note that the presets affect the target found in the tone color circle.
Highlight Tonality Controls tonality only in the highlight areas of your image. Max Optical Density Adjusts the overall density or focus of the print. Create a soft focus print by lowering the density setting. Tone Changes the entire tonal scale of your black-and-white output. While Darker is the default setting, you may see better results if you choose Dark.
Mirror Image Flips the printed image left to right. Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS X Selecting Roll Paper Settings - OS X To print on roll paper, you select the roll paper size and roll paper options from the Printer Settings menu.
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You see this window: Note: Some settings may not be available, depending on the Roll Paper option you selected for your Paper Size. 9. Select the following settings as necessary: • Click Auto Rotate and select the roll paper width to fit the images to the paper. •...
Selecting Paper Configuration Settings - OS X If you are using non-Epson media and need to fine-tune its print quality, select Advanced Media Control from the pop-up menu. Select the available options as necessary. Advanced Media Control Options - OS X...
Paper Feed Adjustment Modifies the speed of the paper feeding to compensate for banding in the direction of the print head. Paper Thickness Lets you select the thickness of your paper or media. Platen Gap Adjusts the distance from the paper to the print head. (Use a wider setting if you are seeing edge marks or scuffs on your prints.) Parent topic: Selecting Paper Configuration Settings - OS X...
Prints using standard color profiles for your product and paper to help match image colors. You can customize the conversion method and filter settings on the ColorSync pop-up menu in the print window. EPSON Color Controls Lets you manage color using controls in your printer software or turn off color management. Parent topic:...
Sizing Printed Images - OS X You can adjust the size of the image as you print it by selecting Paper Handling from the pop-up menu on the Print window. • To collate multiple copies into sets of documents, select the Collate pages checkbox. •...
You see a screen like this: 4. Select any of the available printing options. 5. Click OK. Printing Preferences - OS X Parent topic: Printing with OS X Printing Preferences - OS X You can select from these settings on the Options tab. Warning Notifications Lets you choose whether or not to receive warning notifications from the printer software for various operating conditions.
Printing Your Document or Photo - OS X Once you have selected your print settings, you are ready to print. Click Print at the bottom of the print window. Checking Print Status - OS X Parent topic: Printing with OS X Checking Print Status - OS X During printing, you can view the progress of your print job, control printing, and check ink status.
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You see the print status window: 2. Select the following options as necessary: OS X 10.7: • To cancel printing, click the print job and click the Delete icon. • To pause a print job, click the print job and click the Hold icon. To resume a print job, click the print job marked "Hold"...
Note: Please dispose of your used Epson branded ink cartridges responsibly and in accordance with local requirements. If you would like to return your used ink cartridges to Epson for proper disposal, please go to epson.com/recycle...
2. Replace or reinstall any ink cartridge indicated on the screen. Note: If any of the cartridges installed in the product are broken, incompatible with the product model, or improperly installed, Epson Status Monitor will not display an accurate cartridge status.
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3. To disable the low ink reminder, right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar and select Monitoring Preferences. You see this window: 4. Deselect the See Low Ink Reminder alerts checkbox at the bottom of the screen. 5. To disable promotional offers, deselect the Display Epson Offers checkbox. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status...
1. In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax, Print & Scan, or Printers & Scanners, select your product, and select Options & Supplies. Select Utility and select Open Printer Utility. 2. Select EPSON Status Monitor. You see a window like this:...
You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). 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.
Light Light Black T8509 Maintenance box part number: T582000 Parent topic: Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Make sure you have your replacement cartridges handy before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones.
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The ink cartridge cover lock releases. 5. Open the ink cartridge cover. Note: Do not try to open the ink cartridge cover until the lock is released. 6. Press the lever on the ink cartridge you want to replace. The ink cartridge pops up slightly.
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7. Pull out the ink cartridge. Note: Dispose of used cartridges carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your skin, wash it thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
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Caution: Do not remove any labels or seals, or ink will leak. Do not touch the green chip on the cartridge. 9. Insert the new cartridge into the slot and push it in until it clicks into place. 10. Close the ink cartridge cover. Wait for your product to check the ink cartridges and charge the ink delivery system, if necessary.
Caution: 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 printer. The valve in the ink supply port is designed to contain any excess ink, but do not touch the ink supply port or surrounding area.
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3. Remove the new maintenance cartridge from the package. Caution: Do not touch the area shown here or you may damage the product. 4. Push up slightly on the maintenance cartridge and carefully slide it out of the product without tilting it.
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5. Place the used maintenance cartridge in the bag supplied with the new cartridge and seal the bag. 6. Insert the new maintenance cartridge in the slot. 7. Close the maintenance cartridge cover. Parent topic: Replacing Ink Cartridges...
• Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper • Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured • Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant White • Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 325 gsm • Epson Exhibition Canvas Matte • Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Matte • Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets •...
Adjusting Print Quality If your print quality declines, you may need to run a utility to clean or align the print head. If running these utilities does not solve the problem, you may need to replace the ink cartridges. Print Head Maintenance Print Head Alignment Cleaning the Paper Guide Print Head Maintenance...
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You see this screen: 3. Select Maintenance. 4. Select Print Head Nozzle Check. 5. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the sheet feeder. 6. Select Print. The nozzle pattern prints. 7. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning...
8. Do one of the following: • If there are no gaps, select Done. • If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, select Clean the Print Head and continue. 9. Follow the instructions on the screen to clean the print head, check the nozzles, and repeat the process as necessary.
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You see a window like this: 4. Click Print. 5. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning...
6. If there are no gaps, click Finish. If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, clean the print head. If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 4 times, wait at least 6 hours. Then try cleaning the print head again.
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You see this screen: 3. Select Maintenance. 4. Select Print Head Cleaning. 5. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the sheet feeder. 6. Select Head Cleaning. 7. Select Print. When the cleaning cycle is finished, you see a message on the screen. Caution: Never turn off the product during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it.
9. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning • If there are no gaps, select Done. • If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, select Clean the Print Head and continue. 10.
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3. Select Head Cleaning. You see a window like this: 4. Click Start to begin the cleaning cycle. power light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on when the cleaning cycle is finished. Caution: Never turn off the product during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it. 5.
6. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning • If there are no gaps, click Finish. • If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, click Clean to clean the print head again. If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 4 times, wait at least 6 hours.
Aligning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel You can align the print head using the control panel on your product. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the setup button. You see this screen: 3. Select Maintenance. 4.
Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Aligning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility You can align the print head using a utility on your Windows computer or Mac. 1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the sheet feeder. 2.
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4. Click Next then click Print to print an alignment sheet. Note: Do not cancel printing while you are printing a head alignment pattern. You see a window like this: 5. Check the printed pattern and follow the instructions on the screen to choose the number representing the best printed pattern for each set.
6. When you are done, click Finish. Parent topic: Print Head Alignment Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Cleaning the Paper Guide If you see ink on the back of a printout, you can clean the paper guide rollers to remove any excess ink. 1.
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Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder...
Cleaning and Transporting Your Product See these sections if you need to clean or transport your product. Cleaning Your Product Transporting Your Product Cleaning Your Product To keep your product working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Caution: Do not use a hard brush, benzene, alcohol, or paint thinner to clean the product or you may damage it.
Transporting Your Product If you need to store your product or transport it a long distance, prepare it for transportation as described here. Caution: During transportation and storage, follow these guidelines: • Avoid tilting the product, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down; otherwise ink may leak. •...
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9. Attach the transportation lock that comes with your product to the bottom of the front manual feed tray and secure it with tape.
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10. Close the front cover and secure it with tape. 11. Place the product in its original packing materials, if possible, or use equivalent materials with cushioning around the product. Make sure the box adequately protects the product control panel. 12.
Solving Print Quality Problems Uninstall Your Product Software Where to Get Help Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for free updates to your product software. Visit the driver download site at (U.S. downloads Canadian downloads).
During the life of your product it may reach a condition where either satisfactory print quality cannot be maintained or the ink pads have reached the end of their usable life. The Epson Status Monitor, your LCD, or lights on the control panel will advise you when these parts need replacing. If this happens...
If the product is out of warranty, the pads can be replaced by any Epson authorized service provider. The waste ink pads are not a user-replaceable part. Parent topic: Solving Problems Related references Paper Jam Problems in the Sheet Feeder...
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• If the page prints but the nozzle check pattern has gaps, clean or align the print head. • If the page does not print, the product may have a problem. Check the other solutions available. If they do not work, contact Epson. Parent topic:...
Resetting Control Panel Defaults If you have a problem with settings on the product control panel, you can reset them to their factory defaults. You can choose which settings to reset or reset them all. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2.
5 minutes, turn off your product. Turn it back on and check to see if charging is still in progress. If it is still in progress, contact Epson for help. • Turn off the product, then make sure the ink cartridges are inserted completely and the ink cartridge cover is closed completely.
Check these solutions if you have problems setting up or using your product on a network. Note: Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of network data and settings. Epson is not responsible for backing up or recovering data and settings during or after the warranty period. We recommend that you make your own backup or print out your network data and settings.
obtain your product's MAC address, print a network status sheet. Then follow the instructions in your router or access point documentation to add the address to the list. • If your router or access point does not broadcast its network name (SSID), follow the instructions that came with your product to enter your wireless network name manually.
Note: If you are reading these instructions online, you will lose your Internet connection when you initialize your router, so note the next step before initializing it. 4. Download your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on the Start Here sheet.
Related topics Wi-Fi or Wired Networking Cannot Print Over a Network If you cannot print over a network, try these solutions: • Make sure that your product is turned on. • Make sure you install your product's network software as described in your product documentation. •...
Note: If you are using a 5 GHz wireless router, set the router to operate in dual band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) mode. See your router documentation for instructions. • If you are connecting the product via EpsonNet Setup and the Wi-Fi icon does not appear on the LCD, make sure your product software was installed correctly.
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• If you are printing on roll paper or with the sheet feeder, make sure the manual feed tray is not extended. Extend it only to load fine art paper or posterboard. Once the media is fed into the product and you see a message on the LCD screen, close the manual feed tray.
Paper Jam Problems in the Sheet Feeder If paper has jammed in the sheet feeder, try this solution: 1. Carefully remove any paper jammed in the sheet feeder or the front output area.
3. Close the printer cover and select Resume. 4. If an error is still displayed, turn off the product, then turn it back on. 5. If you are unable to remove the paper, contact Epson for support. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems...
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4. Close the printer cover and select Resume. 5. If an error is still displayed, turn off the product, then turn it back on. 6. If you are unable to remove the paper, contact Epson for support. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems...
Related references Paper Jam Problems in the Sheet Feeder Paper Jam Problems - Thick Media Paper Jam Problems - Roll Paper Paper Jam Problems - Thick Media If posterboard or other thick media has jammed inside the product, try these solutions: 1.
4. Close the printer cover and select Resume. 5. If an error is still displayed, turn off the product, then turn it back on. 6. If you are unable to remove the paper, contact Epson for support. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems...
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5. Close the printer cover and select Resume. 6. If an error is still displayed, turn off the product, then turn it back on. 7. If you are unable to remove the paper, contact Epson for support. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems...
Related references Paper Jam Problems in the Sheet Feeder Paper Jam Problems in the Front Manual Feed Tray Paper Jam Problems - Thick Media Paper Ejection Problems If you have problems with paper ejecting properly, try these solutions: • If paper does not eject fully, you may have set the wrong paper size. Cancel printing using the product control panel, then select Eject or Cut/Eject (roll paper) to eject the paper.
Error After Cartridge Replacement Printing is Slow Parent topic: Solving Problems Nothing Prints If you have sent a print job and nothing prints, try these solutions: • Make sure your product is turned on. • Make sure any interface cables are connected securely at both ends. •...
If necessary, increase your system's memory. • If you are using Windows 7, close the Devices and Printers window before you print. • If you are using OS X, make sure you download and install the Epson printer driver.
• Clear space on your hard drive or run a defragmentation utility to free up existing space. • Close any programs you are not using when you print. • If your product is connected to a USB hub, connect it directly to your computer instead. •...
• Turn off the Mirror Image, Flip horizontally, or Reverse page orientation settings in your printer software. (This option has different names, depending on your operating system version.) Note: Leave these options turned on when you print on Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper, if available for your product.
Selecting Additional Settings - Windows Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS X Blank Pages Print If blank pages print unexpectedly, try these solutions: • Make sure you selected the correct paper size settings in your printing program and printer software. •...
Related topics Loading Media Border Appears on Borderless Prints If you see a border on borderless prints, try these solutions: • Make sure you are printing on a compatible borderless paper type and size. Note: For custom paper sizes, make sure you select a supported borderless page width. •...
Incorrect Image Size or Position If your printed image is the wrong size or in the wrong position, try these solutions: • Make sure you selected the correct paper size and layout settings in your printing program and printer software. •...
Related topics Loading Media Solving Print Quality Problems Check these sections if your printouts have problems with print quality, but your image looks fine on your computer screen. Note: When printing using AirPrint, the available print settings are different from those covered in this manual.
• Make sure your paper meets the specifications for your product. • Use Epson papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine Epson inks. • Make sure the paper type setting in your product software matches the type of paper you loaded.
Solving Print Quality Problems Related concepts Print Head Cleaning Print Head Alignment Related references Double-sided Printing Options - Windows Available Epson Papers Paper Specifications Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows Selecting Additional Settings - Windows...
Related concepts Print Head Nozzle Check Print Head Cleaning Print Head Alignment Related references Paper or Media Type Settings - Product Software Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS X Cleaning the Paper Guide Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Related topics...
Try using the color management options in your printer software. • Try turning off the PhotoEnhance setting in Windows. • Try adjusting the Gamma setting. • For best results, use genuine Epson ink and paper. Parent topic: Solving Print Quality Problems...
• Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. Select the uninstall option for your Epson product, then select Uninstall/Change. Note: If you see a User Account Control window, click Yes or Continue.
In the next window, select your product, if necessary, and click OK. Then follow any on-screen instructions. 4. Restart your computer, then re-install your software. Note: If you find that re-installing your product software does not solve a problem, contact Epson. Parent topic: Uninstall Your Product Software Uninstalling Product Software - OS X In most cases, you do not need to uninstall your product software before re-installing it.
Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or 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). Parent topic: Solving Problems...
Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications for your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to this site for information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Windows System Requirements...
Note: Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot guarantee the quality of any non-Epson brand or type of paper. Always test a sample of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
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Roll paper - normal printing Side margins: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum Top margin: 1.97 inches (50 mm) minimum Bottom margin: 0.75 inch (19 mm) minimum...
Technical Specifications Ink Cartridge Specifications 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. The cartridges included with the printer are designed for printer setup and not for resale. After some ink is used for charging, the rest is available for printing.
Color Black cartridge: Photo Black, Matte Black, Light Black, and Light Light Black inks Color cartridge: Yellow, Cyan, Light Cyan, Vivid Magenta, and Vivid Light Magenta inks Cartridge life Opened package: 6 months Unopened package: do not use if the date on the package has expired Temperature Storage: –4 to 104 °F (–20 to 40 °C)
Electrical Specifications Power supply rating 100 to 120 V 220 to 240 V Input voltage range 100 to 120 V model: 90 to 132 V 220 to 240 V model: 198 to 264 V Rated frequency range 50/60 Hz Input frequency range 49.5/60.5 Hz Rated current 100 to 120 V model: 0.6 A...
Environmental Specifications Temperature Operating: 50 to 95 °F (10 to 35 °C) Storage before unpacking: –4 to 140 °F (–20 to 60 °C) Within 120 hours at 140 °F (60 °C); within a month at 104 °F (40 °C) Storage after unpacking: –4 to 104 °F (–20 to 40 °C) Within a month at 104 °F (40 °C) Humidity...
• Manufacturer: Askey Computer Corporation. • Type: WLU6117-D69 (RoHS) This product conforms to Part 15 of FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Epson cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product.
Notices Check these sections for important notices about your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to this site for information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Important Safety Instructions...
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• Always turn off the printer using the power button, and wait until the power light stops flashing before unplugging the printer or cutting off power to the electrical outlet. • Place the printer 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.
• When storing or transporting the printer, do not tilt it, stand it on its side, or turn it upside down; otherwise ink may leak from the cartridges. Parent topic: Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. •...
• 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.
Wi-Fi Direct is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks. Parent topic: Notices...
Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products.
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