Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... print quality. Detailed information on each component is on the following pages. Print Quality-Core Printing Technologies The core technologies used in Epson ink jet printers work together to produce brilliant Photo Quality color, sharp text, and incredible print speeds Small Ink Droplet Size Small ink droplets produce smoother gradations and greater tonal control...
... print quality. Detailed information on each component is on the following pages. Print Quality-Core Printing Technologies The core technologies used in Epson ink jet printers work together to produce brilliant Photo Quality color, sharp text, and incredible print speeds Small Ink Droplet Size Small ink droplets produce smoother gradations and greater tonal control...
Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... them with satellites and misting. 2. Additionally, smaller ink droplets produce less visible printed dots, especially apparent in photos and laser sharp text. Gradations and blends become smoother as resolution and droplet control are unique in combining very ...coverage areas to improve print speed With this technique, Epson printers can use Variable Size Droplet Technology, where the printers can be combined to achieve more color combinations and smoother color gradations. Epson printers are increased Epson printers use halftone algorithms with high resolutions to defl...
... them with satellites and misting. 2. Additionally, smaller ink droplets produce less visible printed dots, especially apparent in photos and laser sharp text. Gradations and blends become smoother as resolution and droplet control are unique in combining very ...coverage areas to improve print speed With this technique, Epson printers can use Variable Size Droplet Technology, where the printers can be combined to achieve more color combinations and smoother color gradations. Epson printers are increased Epson printers use halftone algorithms with high resolutions to defl...
Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Fine Art Pro Advanced Amateur Photo Enthusiast Chief Memory Officer® General Purpose You can find detailed information, comparisons, and FAQs on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are for the job. High Quality Halftoning: Every ink jet printer uses a method referred to as...
... cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Fine Art Pro Advanced Amateur Photo Enthusiast Chief Memory Officer® General Purpose You can find detailed information, comparisons, and FAQs on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are for the job. High Quality Halftoning: Every ink jet printer uses a method referred to as...
User Manual (P.I.M Plug-in)
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...visit the web site at www.printimagematching.com. For more information about PRINT Image Matching, including a complete list of colors and enhancements set in the camera itself. II page 2 ■ How Does P.I .M. The P.I .M. This guide... and Adobe Photoshop Elements PRINT Image Matching™ (P.I.M.)-enabled digital cameras embed information in digital photo files to retain the PRINT Image Matching image quality when you import files from your PRINT Image... a wider range of P.I .M.-enabled digital cameras and printers work together perfectly to import and print your P.I .M.
...visit the web site at www.printimagematching.com. For more information about PRINT Image Matching, including a complete list of colors and enhancements set in the camera itself. II page 2 ■ How Does P.I .M. The P.I .M. This guide... and Adobe Photoshop Elements PRINT Image Matching™ (P.I.M.)-enabled digital cameras embed information in digital photo files to retain the PRINT Image Matching image quality when you import files from your PRINT Image... a wider range of P.I .M.-enabled digital cameras and printers work together perfectly to import and print your P.I .M.
User Manual (P.I.M Plug-in)
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... Epson Stylus® Photo R200 ■ Epson Stylus Photo R300/R300M ■ Epson Stylus Photo R320 ■ Epson Stylus Photo R800 ■ Epson Stylus Photo RX500 ■ Epson Stylus Photo RX600 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 780 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 785EPX ■ Epson Stylus Photo 820 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 825 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 890 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 900 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 925 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 960 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 1280 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 2000P* ■ Epson Stylus Photo 2200 ■ PictureMate™ by Epson * This printer...
... Epson Stylus® Photo R200 ■ Epson Stylus Photo R300/R300M ■ Epson Stylus Photo R320 ■ Epson Stylus Photo R800 ■ Epson Stylus Photo RX500 ■ Epson Stylus Photo RX600 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 780 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 785EPX ■ Epson Stylus Photo 820 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 825 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 890 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 900 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 925 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 960 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 1280 ■ Epson Stylus Photo 2000P* ■ Epson Stylus Photo 2200 ■ PictureMate™ by Epson * This printer...
User Manual (P.I.M Plug-in)
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... P.I .M. Note: To keep the original file. Instead, before you start working with Preview. (Choose Print if you are converted into the EPSON RGB 2001 color space. To retain the P.I .M. You see a screen like this: Make sure this source is selected Select the profile for use the Save...Save command to save your original file. Image PRINT Image Matching images are using . If you don't change the color space. quality and enhancements, make sure you overwrite your printer and paper 5 From the File menu, select Print Preview, Print with your file in Photoshop, use in other...
... P.I .M. Note: To keep the original file. Instead, before you start working with Preview. (Choose Print if you are converted into the EPSON RGB 2001 color space. To retain the P.I .M. You see a screen like this: Make sure this source is selected Select the profile for use the Save...Save command to save your original file. Image PRINT Image Matching images are using . If you don't change the color space. quality and enhancements, make sure you overwrite your printer and paper 5 From the File menu, select Print Preview, Print with your file in Photoshop, use in other...
User Manual (P.I.M Plug-in)
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... Print. 5. In the Print Space box, select the profile for the Intent. 4. Select Perceptual for your printer Properties or Preferences window: . Select your paper Select your printer and click the Properties or Preferences button. Click Setup, then select your paper Click Advanced Click Custom, then ...Advanced 6. Click the Advanced button. (If you don't see your printer and the paper you 're printing on. 7. In the Source Space box, make sure EPSON RGB 2001 is selected. 3. Under Media Type (or Type), select the paper you 're using...
... Print. 5. In the Print Space box, select the profile for the Intent. 4. Select Perceptual for your printer Properties or Preferences window: . Select your paper Select your printer and click the Properties or Preferences button. Click Setup, then select your paper Click Advanced Click Custom, then ...Advanced 6. Click the Advanced button. (If you don't see your printer and the paper you 're printing on. 7. In the Source Space box, make sure EPSON RGB 2001 is selected. 3. Under Media Type (or Type), select the paper you 're using...
User Manual (P.I.M Plug-in)
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Printing in Photoshop 7.0, CS, and Photoshop Elements (Macintosh) 1. Select Perceptual for your printer and the paper you are using . Open the File menu and select Print Preview or Print with Preview. (Choose Print if you 're using Photoshop Elements 3.0.) Then click Show More Options and select Color Management. You see a window like this: Make sure this source is selected. 3. Click Print. 8 In the Print Space box, select the profile for your printer and paper 2. In the Source Space box, make sure EPSON RGB 2001 is selected Select the profile for the Intent. 4.
Printing in Photoshop 7.0, CS, and Photoshop Elements (Macintosh) 1. Select Perceptual for your printer and the paper you are using . Open the File menu and select Print Preview or Print with Preview. (Choose Print if you 're using Photoshop Elements 3.0.) Then click Show More Options and select Color Management. You see a window like this: Make sure this source is selected. 3. Click Print. 8 In the Print Space box, select the profile for your printer and paper 2. In the Source Space box, make sure EPSON RGB 2001 is selected Select the profile for the Intent. 4.
User Manual (P.I.M Plug-in)
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... OK. (If you don't see No Color Adjustment, click ICM, then click Off (Not Color Adjustment) or No Color Adjustment.) 6. Continue clicking OK (Windows) or click Print (Macintosh) to print your printer Properties or Preferences window. 4. You see your photo. 11 In the Source Space box, make sure Document: EPSON RGB 2001 is shown, but the...
... OK. (If you don't see No Color Adjustment, click ICM, then click Off (Not Color Adjustment) or No Color Adjustment.) 6. Continue clicking OK (Windows) or click Print (Macintosh) to print your printer Properties or Preferences window. 4. You see your photo. 11 In the Source Space box, make sure Document: EPSON RGB 2001 is shown, but the...
Printer Basics
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...printers, can be as broad as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by Epson America, Inc. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON Photo Stickers, and MicroWeave are trademarks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. ii CPD-15633 1/03 EPSON Print Lab, EPSON PhotoCenter, EPSON Connection, and EPSON Store are service marks, and ColorLife, EPSON...of the copyright laws when using digital cameras, scanners, and ink jet printers. Copyright © 2003 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. EPSON is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. Printed in certain circumstances, those designated as some people...
...printers, can be as broad as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by Epson America, Inc. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON Photo Stickers, and MicroWeave are trademarks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. ii CPD-15633 1/03 EPSON Print Lab, EPSON PhotoCenter, EPSON Connection, and EPSON Store are service marks, and ColorLife, EPSON...of the copyright laws when using digital cameras, scanners, and ink jet printers. Copyright © 2003 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. EPSON is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. Printed in certain circumstances, those designated as some people...
Printer Basics
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Printing BorderFree Photos 33 BorderFree Printing with Windows 33 BorderFree Printing with Paper Feeding 63 Solving Miscellaneous Printout Problems 64 iv II Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop 39 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER 43 Cleaning the Print Head 43 Running the Head Cleaning Utility 44 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 45 Replacing an Ink Cartridge...
Printing BorderFree Photos 33 BorderFree Printing with Windows 33 BorderFree Printing with Paper Feeding 63 Solving Miscellaneous Printout Problems 64 iv II Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop 39 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER 43 Cleaning the Print Head 43 Running the Head Cleaning Utility 44 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 45 Replacing an Ink Cartridge...
Printer Basics
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Uninstalling and Reinstalling Printer Software 65 Windows 65 Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to 9.x 66 Where To Get Help 67 Photo Software Technical Support 68 NOTICES 69 Windows System Requirements 69 Macintosh System Requirements 70 ENERGY STAR Compliance 70 Important Safety Instructions 71 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 72 FCC Compliance Statement 73 Declaration of Conformity 74 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 75 INDEX 77 v
Uninstalling and Reinstalling Printer Software 65 Windows 65 Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to 9.x 66 Where To Get Help 67 Photo Software Technical Support 68 NOTICES 69 Windows System Requirements 69 Macintosh System Requirements 70 ENERGY STAR Compliance 70 Important Safety Instructions 71 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 72 FCC Compliance Statement 73 Declaration of Conformity 74 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 75 INDEX 77 v
Printer Basics
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...®, Sanyo,® and Toshiba®. Your EPSON Stylus® Photo printer delivers state-of special EPSON® photo papers available in popular print sizes. With resolutions up to family photos. and P.I .M.) technology lets your camera supports PRINT Image Matching. Even if your camera doesn't include PRINT Image Matching technology, your EPSON Stylus Photo 1280 still gives great photo printing results. provides. 1
...®, Sanyo,® and Toshiba®. Your EPSON Stylus® Photo printer delivers state-of special EPSON® photo papers available in popular print sizes. With resolutions up to family photos. and P.I .M.) technology lets your camera supports PRINT Image Matching. Even if your camera doesn't include PRINT Image Matching technology, your EPSON Stylus Photo 1280 still gives great photo printing results. provides. 1
Printer Basics
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... image reproduction. These options include: ■ Contrast, sharpness, and brightness ■ Gamma level, color space, and color saturation ■ Shadow point, highlight point, and color balance The camera saves this information in the JPEG image file. Your printer-along with EPSON Software™ Film Factory™ and P.I .M. II Plug-in for printing. (You must have...
... image reproduction. These options include: ■ Contrast, sharpness, and brightness ■ Gamma level, color space, and color saturation ■ Shadow point, highlight point, and color balance The camera saves this information in the JPEG image file. Your printer-along with EPSON Software™ Film Factory™ and P.I .M. II Plug-in for printing. (You must have...
Printer Basics
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... and Macintosh® OS 8.6 or later) Offers unique features designed specifically for accurate color between scanned, displayed, and printed images. EPSON PhotoCenter is EPSON's free photo-sharing web site where you build ICC device profiles for amateur photographers, hobbyists, and ...you can store, organize, and share your P.I.M., P.I.M. print high-resolution photos straight from your photos; Supports PRINT Image Matching (both P.I .M. P.I.M. and order prints and custom photo gifts. Your printer software installer lets you add a link to the Photoshop experience, Adobe ...
... and Macintosh® OS 8.6 or later) Offers unique features designed specifically for accurate color between scanned, displayed, and printed images. EPSON PhotoCenter is EPSON's free photo-sharing web site where you build ICC device profiles for amateur photographers, hobbyists, and ...you can store, organize, and share your P.I.M., P.I.M. print high-resolution photos straight from your photos; Supports PRINT Image Matching (both P.I .M. P.I.M. and order prints and custom photo gifts. Your printer software installer lets you add a link to the Photoshop experience, Adobe ...
Printer Basics
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... Explorer 3.0 or later or Netscape Navigator™ 3.0 or later-to your printer. Insert your printer and install its software, see the Start Here sheet. About Your Documentation To set up your printer software CD-ROM. 4 Tip: Tips contain additional hints for your equipment. ...Reference Guide ■ Printing with Windows or on the printer software CD-ROM.) Follow these guidelines: Warning: Warnings must be followed carefully to your printer. The manual is not included on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems Warnings, Cautions, Notes, ...
... Explorer 3.0 or later or Netscape Navigator™ 3.0 or later-to your printer. Insert your printer and install its software, see the Start Here sheet. About Your Documentation To set up your printer software CD-ROM. 4 Tip: Tips contain additional hints for your equipment. ...Reference Guide ■ Printing with Windows or on the printer software CD-ROM.) Follow these guidelines: Warning: Warnings must be followed carefully to your printer. The manual is not included on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems Warnings, Cautions, Notes, ...
Printer Basics
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...; "Loading Envelopes" on page 8 ■ "Loading Roll Paper" on page 10 Loading Sheets Make sure your on . 1. For instructions on loading special media, see your printer and computer are turned on -screen Reference Guide. Don't load paper above this arrow Slide the left edge guide against the paper Pull out the...
...; "Loading Envelopes" on page 8 ■ "Loading Roll Paper" on page 10 Loading Sheets Make sure your on . 1. For instructions on loading special media, see your printer and computer are turned on -screen Reference Guide. Don't load paper above this arrow Slide the left edge guide against the paper Pull out the...
Printer Basics
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Select Plain paper as the Media Type setting and choose the correct envelope size as the Paper Size setting. Set your printer's thickness lever to the + position. (Remember to move the thickness lever back to 9.x) for more information. 9 See page 16 (Windows), page 22 (Macintosh OS X), or page 19 (Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to the 0 position when you're done printing envelopes.) 3. 2.
Select Plain paper as the Media Type setting and choose the correct envelope size as the Paper Size setting. Set your printer's thickness lever to the + position. (Remember to move the thickness lever back to 9.x) for more information. 9 See page 16 (Windows), page 22 (Macintosh OS X), or page 19 (Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to the 0 position when you're done printing envelopes.) 3. 2.
Printer Basics
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Avoid touching the printable side of the printer, as possible. 10 Before you can follow the same steps to load wider roll paper. Then insert the paper support adapter into the positioning slots on the back of the roll paper as much as shown. (The down arrows on your computer and printer. 1. Set the roll paper onto the roll paper holders. Remove the paper support and lower the output tray. Loading Roll Paper This procedure illustrates how to load 4-inch wide roll paper, but you begin, turn on the adapter should be positioned above the slots.) 2.
Avoid touching the printable side of the printer, as possible. 10 Before you can follow the same steps to load wider roll paper. Then insert the paper support adapter into the positioning slots on the back of the roll paper as much as shown. (The down arrows on your computer and printer. 1. Set the roll paper onto the roll paper holders. Remove the paper support and lower the output tray. Loading Roll Paper This procedure illustrates how to load 4-inch wide roll paper, but you begin, turn on the adapter should be positioned above the slots.) 2.
Printer Basics
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... the edge using a straight-edge tool or triangle. A diagonal cut perpendicular to ensure proper loading. If necessary, uncurl the paper. Insert the paper inside the printer box. 3. Before loading the paper, make sure the edge is cut may cause paper feeding problems. 4. Note: Make sure that the end of the roll...
... the edge using a straight-edge tool or triangle. A diagonal cut perpendicular to ensure proper loading. If necessary, uncurl the paper. Insert the paper inside the printer box. 3. Before loading the paper, make sure the edge is cut may cause paper feeding problems. 4. Note: Make sure that the end of the roll...