Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... pattern for the job. Ink System: Epson offers a variety of ink systems to primarily print photos with Epson papers. Epson printers use an advanced error diffusion technology to determine the most interested in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to get sharp black text, superb photo quality photos, or both on the Epson ink sets in those marks...
... pattern for the job. Ink System: Epson offers a variety of ink systems to primarily print photos with Epson papers. Epson printers use an advanced error diffusion technology to determine the most interested in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to get sharp black text, superb photo quality photos, or both on the Epson ink sets in those marks...
Printer Basics
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...45 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 45 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 46 Aligning the Print Head 49 Cleaning the Printer 51 Transporting the Printer 52 PROBLEM SOLVING 53 Identifying Printer Parts 54 Diagnosing Printer Problems 55 Checking the Control Panel Lights 55 Running a Printer Check 57 ...Setting Up the Printer or Installing Software 58 Printing Problems 59 Print Quality Problems 60 Problems with Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to 9.x 34 PRINT Image Matching and Exif Print 34 Using Film Factory 35 Using the P.I.M. Printing BorderFree Photos 33 BorderFree ...
...45 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 45 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 46 Aligning the Print Head 49 Cleaning the Printer 51 Transporting the Printer 52 PROBLEM SOLVING 53 Identifying Printer Parts 54 Diagnosing Printer Problems 55 Checking the Control Panel Lights 55 Running a Printer Check 57 ...Setting Up the Printer or Installing Software 58 Printing Problems 59 Print Quality Problems 60 Problems with Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to 9.x 34 PRINT Image Matching and Exif Print 34 Using Film Factory 35 Using the P.I.M. Printing BorderFree Photos 33 BorderFree ...
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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
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... the instructions in these sections: ■ "Cleaning the Print Head" below ■ "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on page 7 ■ "Aligning the Print Head" on page 11 ■ "Cleaning the Printer" on page 13 ■ "Transporting the Printer" on your printer for three seconds (when the b maintenance light is unexpectedly light, or dots are missing from...
... the instructions in these sections: ■ "Cleaning the Print Head" below ■ "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on page 7 ■ "Aligning the Print Head" on page 11 ■ "Cleaning the Printer" on page 13 ■ "Transporting the Printer" on your printer for three seconds (when the b maintenance light is unexpectedly light, or dots are missing from...
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... run the Head Cleaning utility: 1. Then click OK. 3. Follow the instructions on your hard drive. Replace the appropriate ink cartridge instead. 2. Double-click EPSON Printer Utility and select SP 1280 in the printer and click Print nozzle check pattern (Windows) or Confirmation (Macintosh). On the Utility menu, click the Head Cleaning button.... 5. Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder on the screen to clean the print head. Make sure paper is off the printer while the Ppower light is flashing or on but not printing, and the b maintenance light is loaded in the...
... run the Head Cleaning utility: 1. Then click OK. 3. Follow the instructions on your hard drive. Replace the appropriate ink cartridge instead. 2. Double-click EPSON Printer Utility and select SP 1280 in the printer and click Print nozzle check pattern (Windows) or Confirmation (Macintosh). On the Utility menu, click the Head Cleaning button.... 5. Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder on the screen to clean the print head. Make sure paper is off the printer while the Ppower light is flashing or on but not printing, and the b maintenance light is loaded in the...
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... nozzle check pattern Gaps in nozzle check pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge When the b maintenance and P power lights are gaps in "Print Quality Problems" on , an ink cartridge is empty. see any dried ink to make sure you have a new cartridge. You can also turn the printer off and wait overnight-this : Each staggered horizontal and straight...
... nozzle check pattern Gaps in nozzle check pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge When the b maintenance and P power lights are gaps in "Print Quality Problems" on , an ink cartridge is empty. see any dried ink to make sure you have a new cartridge. You can also turn the printer off and wait overnight-this : Each staggered horizontal and straight...
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...; Black: T007201 ■ Color: T009201 Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them. If print quality doesn't improve after cleaning and aligning the print head, you begin. Ink cartridge replacement button Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by EPSON's warranty. Follow these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of...
...; Black: T007201 ■ Color: T009201 Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them. If print quality doesn't improve after cleaning and aligning the print head, you begin. Ink cartridge replacement button Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by EPSON's warranty. Follow these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of...
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... holder. 5. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of children. Black cartridge Color cartridge 9 Click OK, then click EPSON StatusMonitor. 4. The cartridge rises from the top of the cartridge; Pull up the ink cartridge clamp. 3. you will permanently damage the cartridge. See page 16 for ...Open the Applications folder on the back of the cartridge or you may inhibit normal operation and printing. Double-click EPSON Printer Utility and select SP 1280 in your hard drive. If ink gets in the printer list. Then remove only the yellow tape seal...
... holder. 5. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of children. Black cartridge Color cartridge 9 Click OK, then click EPSON StatusMonitor. 4. The cartridge rises from the top of the cartridge; Pull up the ink cartridge clamp. 3. you will permanently damage the cartridge. See page 16 for ...Open the Applications folder on the back of the cartridge or you may inhibit normal operation and printing. Double-click EPSON Printer Utility and select SP 1280 in your hard drive. If ink gets in the printer list. Then remove only the yellow tape seal...
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... that Hooks the tabs rest on the holder clamp; Caution: Never turn off the printer while the Ppower light is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes. 10 Press the ink cartridge replacement button and close it snaps into place. Charging takes about one minute. When it . Tilt...
... that Hooks the tabs rest on the holder clamp; Caution: Never turn off the printer while the Ppower light is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes. 10 Press the ink cartridge replacement button and close it snaps into place. Charging takes about one minute. When it . Tilt...
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... for details. If you transport it. Follow these steps: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Then disconnect the printer cable from the electrical outlet. Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer with it. See the Start Here sheet for transportation in print quality, clean the print head (see...
... for details. If you transport it. Follow these steps: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Then disconnect the printer cable from the electrical outlet. Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer with it. See the Start Here sheet for transportation in print quality, clean the print head (see...
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Identifying Printer Parts Sheet feeder Left edge guide Paper support Right edge guide Printer cover Output tray Output tray extensions Ink cartridge holders (not removable) Paper thickness lever Control panel Maintenance light Power light Ink cartridge replacement button 16 Roll paper button Maintenance button Power button
Identifying Printer Parts Sheet feeder Left edge guide Paper support Right edge guide Printer cover Output tray Output tray extensions Ink cartridge holders (not removable) Paper thickness lever Control panel Maintenance light Power light Ink cartridge replacement button 16 Roll paper button Maintenance button Power button
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...ink level graphic in the printer software. Then replace the ink cartridge as described on opening the software. ■ Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to 9.x: Click the ink level icon in the printer settings dialog box. P and b flash When both the lights flash, one of the ink cartridges is ready to the ink cartridge... a printer check, as described on when the printer is low on accessing the dialog box. ■ Macintosh OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > SP 1280 > EPSON StatusMonitor. It flashes when the printer is on page 7. 17 See page 16 for instructions on ink. See...
...ink level graphic in the printer software. Then replace the ink cartridge as described on opening the software. ■ Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to 9.x: Click the ink level icon in the printer settings dialog box. P and b flash When both the lights flash, one of the ink cartridges is ready to the ink cartridge... a printer check, as described on when the printer is low on accessing the dialog box. ■ Macintosh OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > SP 1280 > EPSON StatusMonitor. It flashes when the printer is on page 7. 17 See page 16 for instructions on ink. See...
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...out or loaded incorrectly, load or reload your paper. If paper is out or loaded incorrectly, or you have installed a cartridge your dealer or EPSON. Try these solutions: ■ Make sure the printer is turned on. ■ Turn off and b is on roll paper, press the z roll paper button for any ... (If you may be blocking movement of ink. Determine which cartridge is jammed, do one of the ink cartridges is out of the print head, or you 're printing on , one of the following: ■ If you may have an internal error. Turn off the printer and gently pull the paper forward (toward the...
...out or loaded incorrectly, load or reload your paper. If paper is out or loaded incorrectly, or you have installed a cartridge your dealer or EPSON. Try these solutions: ■ Make sure the printer is turned on. ■ Turn off and b is on roll paper, press the z roll paper button for any ... (If you may be blocking movement of ink. Determine which cartridge is jammed, do one of the ink cartridges is out of the print head, or you 're printing on , one of the following: ■ If you may have an internal error. Turn off the printer and gently pull the paper forward (toward the...
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... moving or making noise, but the P power light is securely connected at both ends. Also make sure your printer icon (SP 1280) doesn't appear in the printer. Contact your System Administrator. ■ If your system meets the requirements beginning on . Problems and Solutions Here ...turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on the Start Here sheet. Then carefully follow the installation instructions on page 29. ■ Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some troubleshooting tips if you have any unnecessary extensions and restart your printer, installing software, or printing....
... moving or making noise, but the P power light is securely connected at both ends. Also make sure your printer icon (SP 1280) doesn't appear in the printer. Contact your System Administrator. ■ If your system meets the requirements beginning on . Problems and Solutions Here ...turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on the Start Here sheet. Then carefully follow the installation instructions on page 29. ■ Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some troubleshooting tips if you have any unnecessary extensions and restart your printer, installing software, or printing....
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... or page 23 (Macintosh OS X) for instructions. ■ Run the Print Head Alignment utility; It's usually whiter or shinier. ■ The ink cartridges may need more than the minimum requirements listed. In Windows and Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to Speed. ■ Turn MicroWeave® off and/or turn...mode. See your system meets the requirements listed in "Notices." For the fastest printing, try these tips: ■ Choose Black ink if your document doesn't include color. ■ Set the Quality/Speed slider to 9.x, these settings are on your system's memory (RAM). see page 11 for...
... or page 23 (Macintosh OS X) for instructions. ■ Run the Print Head Alignment utility; It's usually whiter or shinier. ■ The ink cartridges may need more than the minimum requirements listed. In Windows and Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to Speed. ■ Turn MicroWeave® off and/or turn...mode. See your system meets the requirements listed in "Notices." For the fastest printing, try these tips: ■ Choose Black ink if your document doesn't include color. ■ Set the Quality/Speed slider to 9.x, these settings are on your system's memory (RAM). see page 11 for...
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You may need to turn off High Speed in the + position, your printer is set the paper thickness lever to the 0 position, as shown to ensure proper saturation and absorption of paper. ■ Use a support sheet with special ... EPSON papers to the left. ■ Remove each sheet from the output tray after printing, especially when you're printing on thicker paper or envelopes. see page 7. 23 For most papers, set for instructions. ■ Check the paper thickness lever position. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 5 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may...
You may need to turn off High Speed in the + position, your printer is set the paper thickness lever to the 0 position, as shown to ensure proper saturation and absorption of paper. ■ Use a support sheet with special ... EPSON papers to the left. ■ Remove each sheet from the output tray after printing, especially when you're printing on thicker paper or envelopes. see page 7. 23 For most papers, set for instructions. ■ Check the paper thickness lever position. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 5 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may...
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... a higher quality paper. ■ Select a higher Print Quality (resolution) setting. See page 32 for instructions. ■ The color profiles built into your printer software automatically reference your paper isn't damaged, old, dirty, or loaded face down. Your printout is calibrated correctly. ■ Try...than the other side. see page 7. ■ Try turning off PhotoEnhance™ . To replace an ink cartridge, see page 5 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need to 9.x), or page 23 (Macintosh OS X) for guidelines. ■ Make sure your monitor profile.
... a higher quality paper. ■ Select a higher Print Quality (resolution) setting. See page 32 for instructions. ■ The color profiles built into your printer software automatically reference your paper isn't damaged, old, dirty, or loaded face down. Your printout is calibrated correctly. ■ Try...than the other side. see page 7. ■ Try turning off PhotoEnhance™ . To replace an ink cartridge, see page 5 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need to 9.x), or page 23 (Macintosh OS X) for guidelines. ■ Make sure your monitor profile.
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... can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM, Saturday. ■ Canada: (905) 709-2567, 6 AM to quickly select the EPSON Stylus Photo 1280 in the following information ready: ■ Product name (EPSON Stylus Photo 1280) ■ Product serial number (located on your printer or...
... can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM, Saturday. ■ Canada: (905) 709-2567, 6 AM to quickly select the EPSON Stylus Photo 1280 in the following information ready: ■ Product name (EPSON Stylus Photo 1280) ■ Product serial number (located on your printer or...
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...; If you remove it off with soap and water. there may damage the printer. ■ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove an ink cartridge for later use up the ink cartridges within six months of first installing them. ■ Store ink cartridges in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is capped in the...
...; If you remove it off with soap and water. there may damage the printer. ■ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove an ink cartridge for later use up the ink cartridges within six months of first installing them. ■ Store ink cartridges in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is capped in the...
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... original retail selling price of the covered printer will ship a replacement printer to send your original product covered by this limited warranty. 37 Epson America, Inc. The replacement printer or part may be another model of the replacement printer in the event that the consumable ink cartridges enclosed with the printer will , at (562) 276-7296 (U.S.) or (905...
... original retail selling price of the covered printer will ship a replacement printer to send your original product covered by this limited warranty. 37 Epson America, Inc. The replacement printer or part may be another model of the replacement printer in the event that the consumable ink cartridges enclosed with the printer will , at (562) 276-7296 (U.S.) or (905...