User Manual (P.I.M Plug-in)
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... 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 only supports PRINT Image Matching through this P.I .M. In Windows®, the profiles are automatically installed...
... 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 only supports PRINT Image Matching through this P.I .M. In Windows®, the profiles are automatically installed...
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... 57 Problems and Solutions 58 Problems 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 Printing with Windows 33 BorderFree Printing with Paper...
... 57 Problems and Solutions 58 Problems 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 Printing with Windows 33 BorderFree Printing with Paper...
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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 for each image file. Most digital cameras store Exif ... for printing. (You must have a CD-ROM or DVD drive installed on your computer.) ■ Your printer driver runs your printer and lets you need for downloading to your convenience. 2 Your printer-along with EPSON Software™ Film Factory™ and P.I .M. Download instructions are ...
...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 for each image file. Most digital cameras store Exif ... for printing. (You must have a CD-ROM or DVD drive installed on your computer.) ■ Your printer driver runs your printer and lets you need for downloading to your convenience. 2 Your printer-along with EPSON Software™ Film Factory™ and P.I .M. Download instructions are ...
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... Exif Print. print high-resolution photos straight from your desktop. 3 P.I .M. Adobe Photoshop Elements (Windows® XP, 98, Me, 2000, and NT 4.0, and Macintosh® OS 8.6 or later) Offers unique features designed specifically for accurate color between scanned, displayed, and printed...5x) Your gateway to the EPSON PhotoCenter on your P.I.M., P.I .M. Your printer CD-ROM contains a demo version of the image-editing tools preferred by graphic design professionals. Your printer software installer lets you can store, organize, and share your photos in for Adobe Photoshop (...
... Exif Print. print high-resolution photos straight from your desktop. 3 P.I .M. Adobe Photoshop Elements (Windows® XP, 98, Me, 2000, and NT 4.0, and Macintosh® OS 8.6 or later) Offers unique features designed specifically for accurate color between scanned, displayed, and printed...5x) Your gateway to the EPSON PhotoCenter on your P.I.M., P.I .M. Your printer CD-ROM contains a demo version of the image-editing tools preferred by graphic design professionals. Your printer software installer lets you can store, organize, and share your photos in for Adobe Photoshop (...
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... CD-ROM. 4 Tip: Tips contain additional hints for your printer and install its software, see the Start Here sheet. If you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. (A browser is in HTML format, so ... CD-ROM.) Follow these guidelines: Warning: Warnings must be followed carefully to your equipment. Insert your printer. Viewing Your On-Screen Reference Guide Your printer software CD-ROM includes an on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these steps to copy the Reference...
... CD-ROM. 4 Tip: Tips contain additional hints for your printer and install its software, see the Start Here sheet. If you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. (A browser is in HTML format, so ... CD-ROM.) Follow these guidelines: Warning: Warnings must be followed carefully to your equipment. Insert your printer. Viewing Your On-Screen Reference Guide Your printer software CD-ROM includes an on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these steps to copy the Reference...
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Macintosh: Double-click the EPSON icon in your CD-ROM window. (You may have to expand the table of contents 5 On the Install Menu, click Install Reference Guide. When you first open the Reference Guide, you 're using Windows XP, first click Start.) Double-click My Computer, double-click your desktop first.) 3. A shortcut icon for your guide appears on your CD-ROM or DVD drive icon, then double-click the EPSON icon. 2. To view the guide, just double-click the icon. Windows: (If you see this screen: Click here to double-click the EPSON icon on your desktop.
Macintosh: Double-click the EPSON icon in your CD-ROM window. (You may have to expand the table of contents 5 On the Install Menu, click Install Reference Guide. When you first open the Reference Guide, you 're using Windows XP, first click Start.) Double-click My Computer, double-click your desktop first.) 3. A shortcut icon for your guide appears on your CD-ROM or DVD drive icon, then double-click the EPSON icon. 2. To view the guide, just double-click the icon. Windows: (If you see this screen: Click here to double-click the EPSON icon on your desktop.
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... Film Factory screen: Click Roll to print photos with Film Factory. 2. and Exif Print, you can still use the P.I .M. Note: If you need help with Film Factory, select it from the Help menu or check the on-screen Getting Started Guide that was installed with Film Factory: 1. click an existing ...roll PRINT Image Matching photos have this logo Note: If you 're running Mac OS X and want to supporting PRINT Image Matching and Exif...
... Film Factory screen: Click Roll to print photos with Film Factory. 2. and Exif Print, you can still use the P.I .M. Note: If you need help with Film Factory, select it from the Help menu or check the on-screen Getting Started Guide that was installed with Film Factory: 1. click an existing ...roll PRINT Image Matching photos have this logo Note: If you 're running Mac OS X and want to supporting PRINT Image Matching and Exif...
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... Matching or Exif Print information separately in the file and embeds a color space called EPSON RGB 2001. Store your prints in digital photo files from the Edit menu, then select Full color management - It works with your printer driver. Importing an Image 1. Using the P.I .M. However, you ... information in the header file when you have a Macintosh, the ICC profiles were installed with Photoshop 6.0 or 7.0, and Photoshop Elements 1.0 and 2.0. Make sure you return unused paper to install the ICC profiles for Adobe Photoshop allows you 're using Photoshop Elements, change your...
... Matching or Exif Print information separately in the file and embeds a color space called EPSON RGB 2001. Store your prints in digital photo files from the Edit menu, then select Full color management - It works with your printer driver. Importing an Image 1. Using the P.I .M. However, you ... information in the header file when you have a Macintosh, the ICC profiles were installed with Photoshop 6.0 or 7.0, and Photoshop Elements 1.0 and 2.0. Make sure you return unused paper to install the ICC profiles for Adobe Photoshop allows you 're using Photoshop Elements, change your...
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...to replace it. Caution: You cannot print if either ink cartridge is a good time to clean the print head again. Leave the empty cartridge installed in "Print Quality Problems" on page 22. If there are both stay on ink. Gaps in nozzle check pattern Gaps in nozzle check pattern Replacing...a new cartridge. This is empty. It should look something like this allows any improvement after cleaning three or four times, check the solutions in the printer until you don't see page 5 for instructions. If your ink cartridges is low on , an ink cartridge is empty and you print. If the...
...to replace it. Caution: You cannot print if either ink cartridge is a good time to clean the print head again. Leave the empty cartridge installed in "Print Quality Problems" on page 22. If there are both stay on ink. Gaps in nozzle check pattern Gaps in nozzle check pattern Replacing...a new cartridge. This is empty. It should look something like this allows any improvement after cleaning three or four times, check the solutions in the printer until you don't see page 5 for instructions. If your ink cartridges is low on , an ink cartridge is empty and you print. If the...
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...) 873-7766. Ink cartridge replacement button Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by EPSON's warranty. When an installed ink cartridge is turned on the package: ■ Black: T007201 ■ Color: T009201 Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before you begin...
...) 873-7766. Ink cartridge replacement button Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by EPSON's warranty. When an installed ink cartridge is turned on the package: ■ Black: T007201 ■ Color: T009201 Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before you begin...
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Follow these steps: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Tape the ink cartridge holder to prepare it for details. See the Start Here sheet for transportation in the original box using the protective materials ...that came with tape as you transport it . Be sure to the printer with it . Then disconnect the printer cable from the electrical outlet. Secure the ink cartridge holder to remove the tape used in step 4 after installing the printer in print quality, clean the print head (see page 11). 14 If you...
Follow these steps: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Tape the ink cartridge holder to prepare it for details. See the Start Here sheet for transportation in the original box using the protective materials ...that came with tape as you transport it . Be sure to the printer with it . Then disconnect the printer cable from the electrical outlet. Secure the ink cartridge holder to remove the tape used in step 4 after installing the printer in print quality, clean the print head (see page 11). 14 If you...
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... in the power cord securely, and turn off When both lights come on Paper is out or loaded incorrectly, load or reload your dealer or EPSON. P and b are on When both lights are on, one of the following: ■ If you're printing on sheet paper, press the b maintenance ...button to try another outlet. 18 See page 29 for any jammed paper. If paper is out or loaded incorrectly, or you have installed a cartridge your printer can't use. If the error isn't cleared, contact your paper. P flashes and b is on after you've replaced a cartridge, you may have a ...
... in the power cord securely, and turn off When both lights come on Paper is out or loaded incorrectly, load or reload your dealer or EPSON. P and b are on When both lights are on, one of the following: ■ If you're printing on sheet paper, press the b maintenance ...button to try another outlet. 18 See page 29 for any jammed paper. If paper is out or loaded incorrectly, or you have installed a cartridge your printer can't use. If the error isn't cleared, contact your paper. P flashes and b is on after you've replaced a cartridge, you may have a ...
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..., contact your dealer or EPSON as described on your computer. Running a Printer Check You can run a printer check to determine whether a problem comes from the printer. 2. Follow these steps: 1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off after it . The printer prints one page showing its dots, you may not be installed correctly. Try the...
..., contact your dealer or EPSON as described on your computer. Running a Printer Check You can run a printer check to determine whether a problem comes from the printer. 2. Follow these steps: 1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off after it . The printer prints one page showing its dots, you may not be installed correctly. Try the...
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... Setting Up the Printer or Installing Software The printer makes noise after 5 minutes, turn it back on to clear the error. 20 You're having problems installing the printer software. ■ Make sure your printer icon (SP 1280) doesn't appear in the printer. Then carefully follow the installation instructions on the ...ink delivery system for about two minutes. If the printer stops moving or making noise, but the P power light is still flashing after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on page 29. ■ Make sure...
... Setting Up the Printer or Installing Software The printer makes noise after 5 minutes, turn it back on to clear the error. 20 You're having problems installing the printer software. ■ Make sure your printer icon (SP 1280) doesn't appear in the printer. Then carefully follow the installation instructions on the ...ink delivery system for about two minutes. If the printer stops moving or making noise, but the P power light is still flashing after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on page 29. ■ Make sure...
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... nothing prints. ■ Make sure the print head nozzles are installed correctly. ■ If you're printing on a network, you turn it on or after it on -screen Reference Guide. See your system. The printer sounds as though it is performing routine maintenance. 21 If it ...Windows XP, Me, 2000, or 98 was preinstalled on configuring your printer and application software are not clogged. The USB Printer Device Driver may not install correctly if you 're printing over a network, see page 5. ■ The printer won't operate properly if it 's not working properly. If the ...
... nothing prints. ■ Make sure the print head nozzles are installed correctly. ■ If you're printing on a network, you turn it on or after it on -screen Reference Guide. See your system. The printer sounds as though it is performing routine maintenance. 21 If it ...Windows XP, Me, 2000, or 98 was preinstalled on configuring your printer and application software are not clogged. The USB Printer Device Driver may not install correctly if you 're printing over a network, see page 5. ■ The printer won't operate properly if it 's not working properly. If the ...
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... reinstall your CD-ROM window. (If you 're done. Restart your computer when you don't see the window, double-click the EPSON icon that appears on your software. 28 Click Install Printer Driver. 3. Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to reinstall your desktop.) 2. Then click the Uninstall button at the top and select Uninstall. Then follow the...
... reinstall your CD-ROM window. (If you 're done. Restart your computer when you don't see the window, double-click the EPSON icon that appears on your software. 28 Click Install Printer Driver. 3. Macintosh OS 8.5.1 to reinstall your desktop.) 2. Then click the Uninstall button at the top and select Uninstall. Then follow the...
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...64MB of RAM (128MB or more recommended) ■ 150MB of free hard disk space (200MB or more than 6.5 feet (2 meters) long-may cause the printer to 6.5 feet (2 meters) long. Caution: Using an improperly shielded USB cable-especially a cable more recommended) ■ VGA or better display adapter and ...monitor ■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for the printer. Windows System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your system should have a D-SUB, 25-pin, male connector for your computer, and a 36-pin,...
...64MB of RAM (128MB or more recommended) ■ 150MB of free hard disk space (200MB or more than 6.5 feet (2 meters) long-may cause the printer to 6.5 feet (2 meters) long. Caution: Using an improperly shielded USB cable-especially a cable more recommended) ■ VGA or better display adapter and ...monitor ■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for the printer. Windows System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your system should have a D-SUB, 25-pin, male connector for your computer, and a 36-pin,...
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...an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation. 32 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for installing the printer software ■ A shielded USB "AB" cable up to 6.5 feet (2 meters) long. The EPA ... X 10.1 to OS X 10.2 ■ 64MB of available RAM (more than 6.5 feet (2 meters) long-may cause the printer to malfunction. Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your system should have: ■ An Apple® iMac™ series or Power Macintosh® G3 or G4...
...an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation. 32 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for installing the printer software ■ A shielded USB "AB" cable up to 6.5 feet (2 meters) long. The EPA ... X 10.1 to OS X 10.2 ■ 64MB of available RAM (more than 6.5 feet (2 meters) long-may cause the printer to malfunction. Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your system should have: ■ An Apple® iMac™ series or Power Macintosh® G3 or G4...
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.... ■ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of first installing them. ■ Store ink cartridges in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in the proper position. 34 ...conditions: If the power cord or plug is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. You may damage the printer. ■ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you handle used ink cartridges; For best results, use up at least three hours before use can cause ...
.... ■ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of first installing them. ■ Store ink cartridges in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in the proper position. 34 ...conditions: If the power cord or plug is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. You may damage the printer. ■ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you handle used ink cartridges; For best results, use up at least three hours before use can cause ...
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... du Canada. 35 If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. It is connected. ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. For Canadian Users This Class B digital ...no guarantee that to which the receiver is the responsibility of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will not occur in a particular installation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC for this equipment.
... du Canada. 35 If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. It is connected. ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. For Canadian Users This Class B digital ...no guarantee that to which the receiver is the responsibility of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will not occur in a particular installation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC for this equipment.