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...problems arising from the use of this product or third parties for any consumable products other printers. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be responsible and respectful of any options or any use of the copyright laws when using digital cameras, scanners, and ink jet printers. EPSON... of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No part of this EPSON printer. The information contained herein is not responsible for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by improper copying and reprinting of their respective owners. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON Photo Stickers, and...
...problems arising from the use of this product or third parties for any consumable products other printers. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be responsible and respectful of any options or any use of the copyright laws when using digital cameras, scanners, and ink jet printers. EPSON... of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No part of this EPSON printer. The information contained herein is not responsible for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by improper copying and reprinting of their respective owners. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON Photo Stickers, and...
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... Identifying Printer Parts 54 Diagnosing Printer Problems 55 Checking the Control Panel Lights 55 Running a Printer Check 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...
... Identifying Printer Parts 54 Diagnosing Printer Problems 55 Checking the Control Panel Lights 55 Running a Printer Check 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...
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... HTML format, so you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. (A browser is not included on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these steps to copy the Reference Guide to avoid bodily injury. If you need a browser-such as...
... HTML format, so you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. (A browser is not included on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these steps to copy the Reference Guide to avoid bodily injury. If you need a browser-such as...
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... the uncurling sheet that is cut may cause paper feeding problems. 4. If necessary, trim the edge using a straight-edge tool or triangle. Note: Make sure that the end of the roll paper is wider than 4 inches.) 11 Insert the paper inside the printer box. 3. If necessary, uncurl the paper. Before loading the...
... the uncurling sheet that is cut may cause paper feeding problems. 4. If necessary, trim the edge using a straight-edge tool or triangle. Note: Make sure that the end of the roll paper is wider than 4 inches.) 11 Insert the paper inside the printer box. 3. If necessary, uncurl the paper. Before loading the...
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...If the paper is straight and not damaged. Gently hold the paper in place as possible to avoid further feeding problems. Gently pull the roll backward to feed the paper into the printer. If necessary, trim the end again before reloading. 13 Make sure to press the z roll paper button when...it , and then turn the light off . Reload the paper, making sure the end is jammed and won't rewind, turn the printer off . 3. Allow the paper to feed into the printer. After you rewind the paper, the b maintenance light comes on again. 2. Note: Don't force the paper to move automatically....
...If the paper is straight and not damaged. Gently hold the paper in place as possible to avoid further feeding problems. Gently pull the roll backward to feed the paper into the printer. If necessary, trim the end again before reloading. 13 Make sure to press the z roll paper button when...it , and then turn the light off . Reload the paper, making sure the end is jammed and won't rewind, turn the printer off . 3. Allow the paper to feed into the printer. After you rewind the paper, the b maintenance light comes on again. 2. Note: Don't force the paper to move automatically....
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... button for another print job or remove it all the way out.) 5. the paper will move into the printer. Cut the roll paper on the side of the roll paper is cut may damage your printout. A diagonal...and out of the steps to make sure the end of the line facing away from the printer. The printer prints a small line on the roll paper to show you where to cut as straight as .... Remove the roll paper from the sheet feeder. (You may need to repeat this step to avoid feeding problems. Note: Don't pull on roll paper, press the z roll paper button again; The roll paper feeds ...
... button for another print job or remove it all the way out.) 5. the paper will move into the printer. Cut the roll paper on the side of the roll paper is cut may damage your printout. A diagonal...and out of the steps to make sure the end of the line facing away from the printer. The printer prints a small line on the roll paper to show you where to cut as straight as .... Remove the roll paper from the sheet feeder. (You may need to repeat this step to avoid feeding problems. Note: Don't pull on roll paper, press the z roll paper button again; The roll paper feeds ...
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... then try cleaning the print head again. If the pattern has white lines, click Clean to replace it. You can also turn the printer off and wait overnight-this : Each staggered horizontal and straight vertical line should look something like this allows any improvement after cleaning three or...complete, with no gaps in its lines, click Finish. This is low on ink. If the nozzle check pattern has no gaps in "Print Quality Problems" on , an ink cartridge is empty. Leave the empty cartridge installed in nozzle check pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge When the b maintenance and P...
... then try cleaning the print head again. If the pattern has white lines, click Clean to replace it. You can also turn the printer off and wait overnight-this : Each staggered horizontal and straight vertical line should look something like this allows any improvement after cleaning three or...complete, with no gaps in its lines, click Finish. This is low on ink. If the nozzle check pattern has no gaps in "Print Quality Problems" on , an ink cartridge is empty. Leave the empty cartridge installed in nozzle check pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge When the b maintenance and P...
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... section gives you the basics for diagnosing and solving printer problems. ■ First see "Diagnosing Printer Problems" on page 20 for solutions to common setup and printing problems. Caution: It's a good idea to check EPSON's support web site periodically for possible updates to your computer. Download instructions are posted for downloading to your convenience. 15 Visit...
... section gives you the basics for diagnosing and solving printer problems. ■ First see "Diagnosing Printer Problems" on page 20 for solutions to common setup and printing problems. Caution: It's a good idea to check EPSON's support web site periodically for possible updates to your computer. Download instructions are posted for downloading to your convenience. 15 Visit...
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... is low on accessing the dialog box. ■ Macintosh OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > SP 1280 > EPSON StatusMonitor. See page 16 for instructions on ink. Diagnosing Printer Problems You can diagnose some problems by checking the printer's control panel lights, as described in the printer software. Checking the Control Panel Lights Maintenance light Power light Roll paper button...
... is low on accessing the dialog box. ■ Macintosh OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > SP 1280 > EPSON StatusMonitor. See page 16 for instructions on ink. Diagnosing Printer Problems You can diagnose some problems by checking the printer's control panel lights, as described in the printer software. Checking the Control Panel Lights Maintenance light Power light Roll paper button...
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... your software settings, the interface cable, or your computer. Follow these steps: 1. Another possibility is that your printer. Running a Printer Check You can run a printer check to determine whether a problem comes from the printer. 2. To end the check, turn on your dealer or EPSON as described on page 20. Then disconnect the interface cable from the...
... your software settings, the interface cable, or your computer. Follow these steps: 1. Another possibility is that your printer. Running a Printer Check You can run a printer check to determine whether a problem comes from the printer. 2. To end the check, turn on your dealer or EPSON as described on page 20. Then disconnect the interface cable from the...
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...back on, contact EPSON as described on page 29. ■ Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some troubleshooting tips if you turn it on. Problems Setting Up the Printer or Installing Software The printer makes noise after 5 minutes, turn off the printer, wait a moment,... off the printer. Contact your System Administrator. ■ If your printer, installing software, or printing. Wait until charging finishes (the Ppower light stops flashing) before you turn off any problems setting up your printer icon (SP 1280) doesn't appear in the printer. Problems and Solutions Here...
...back on, contact EPSON as described on page 29. ■ Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some troubleshooting tips if you turn it on. Problems Setting Up the Printer or Installing Software The printer makes noise after 5 minutes, turn off the printer, wait a moment,... off the printer. Contact your System Administrator. ■ If your printer, installing software, or printing. Wait until charging finishes (the Ppower light stops flashing) before you turn off any problems setting up your printer icon (SP 1280) doesn't appear in the printer. Problems and Solutions Here...
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... your Windows online help system for use on page 31 or 32. ■ Run a printer check as though it 's not working properly. If it is connected securely and the cable meets the system requirements on a network. Printing Problems The Ppower light is on, but nothing prints. ■ Make sure the interface cable...
... your Windows online help system for use on page 31 or 32. ■ Run a printer check as though it 's not working properly. If it is connected securely and the cable meets the system requirements on a network. Printing Problems The Ppower light is on, but nothing prints. ■ Make sure the interface cable...
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...■ To load paper correctly, gently hold the paper in place with Paper Feeding Too many copies are printing. Check the Copies setting in the printer. ■ If paper doesn't feed, remove it from the sheet feeder, reload it against the right edge, then slide the left edge guide...mark on , your paper won't feed properly. Press the b maintenance button to the edges. Don't force the paper to clear the jam. Problems with your printer software and application. Allow it to feed automatically. ■ Use a triangle or other tool to make sure the end of the roll is cut...
...■ To load paper correctly, gently hold the paper in place with Paper Feeding Too many copies are printing. Check the Copies setting in the printer. ■ If paper doesn't feed, remove it from the sheet feeder, reload it against the right edge, then slide the left edge guide...mark on , your paper won't feed properly. Press the b maintenance button to the edges. Don't force the paper to clear the jam. Problems with your printer software and application. Allow it to feed automatically. ■ Use a triangle or other tool to make sure the end of the roll is cut...
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.... (If you're printing on the printer, press the z roll paper button for three seconds to rewind the paper. (You may need cleaning. See "Printer Specifications" in your printer software are incorrect. ■ Make sure...If Sheet Feeder (or Auto Sheet Feeder) is selected, paper will feed unnecessarily after you turn on EPSON Iron-On Transfer Paper, the image should be within the printable area of paper may feed unnecessarily when ...is on -screen Reference Guide. 26 Solving Miscellaneous Printout Problems The image is inverted, as if viewed in the direction opposite to the paper's curl.
.... (If you're printing on the printer, press the z roll paper button for three seconds to rewind the paper. (You may need cleaning. See "Printer Specifications" in your printer software are incorrect. ■ Make sure...If Sheet Feeder (or Auto Sheet Feeder) is selected, paper will feed unnecessarily after you turn on EPSON Iron-On Transfer Paper, the image should be within the printable area of paper may feed unnecessarily when ...is on -screen Reference Guide. 26 Solving Miscellaneous Printout Problems The image is inverted, as if viewed in the direction opposite to the paper's curl.
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...can download drivers and other photo software that came on your printer or Film Factory, see the contact information below. Toll or long distance charges may apply. A variety of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-...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 page 30 if you need help with the other files, look at http://support...
...can download drivers and other photo software that came on your printer or Film Factory, see the contact information below. Toll or long distance charges may apply. A variety of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-...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 page 30 if you need help with the other files, look at http://support...
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... If service is being repaired, Epson will direct you to send your original product covered by this limited warranty. 37 You are responsible for parts or labor. What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your printer is needed, Epson will provide telephone diagnostic service to... the first retail purchaser that the EPSON printer covered by this limited warranty statement, if purchased and used...
... If service is being repaired, Epson will direct you to send your original product covered by this limited warranty. 37 You are responsible for parts or labor. What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your printer is needed, Epson will provide telephone diagnostic service to... the first retail purchaser that the EPSON printer covered by this limited warranty statement, if purchased and used...
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II plug-in , 39 to 42 EPSON accessories, 46, 67 help, 67 Monitor3, 21 papers, 32 PhotoCenter, 3 Store, 46, 67 support site, 53 Error ...Aligning print head, 49 to 50 Automatic mode, 17, 20, 23 B Color Management settings Mac OS 8.5x to 9.x, 29 to 30 Mac OS X, 24 Windows, 26 Color problems, 62 ColorLife Photo Paper, 32 ColorSync, 24, 29 Control panel, 54, 55 to 56 Controlling...printing, 28 BorderFree printing, 33 to 34, 37 Bright White Paper, 32 Browser, 4 Buttons, printer, 54 C Cable, printer, 69 to 70 Cancelling printing, 18, 21, 24 Centering text or image, 27 Characters, incorrect, 65 Checking...
II plug-in , 39 to 42 EPSON accessories, 46, 67 help, 67 Monitor3, 21 papers, 32 PhotoCenter, 3 Store, 46, 67 support site, 53 Error ...Aligning print head, 49 to 50 Automatic mode, 17, 20, 23 B Color Management settings Mac OS 8.5x to 9.x, 29 to 30 Mac OS X, 24 Windows, 26 Color problems, 62 ColorLife Photo Paper, 32 ColorSync, 24, 29 Control panel, 54, 55 to 56 Controlling...printing, 28 BorderFree printing, 33 to 34, 37 Bright White Paper, 32 Browser, 4 Buttons, printer, 54 C Cable, printer, 69 to 70 Cancelling printing, 18, 21, 24 Centering text or image, 27 Characters, incorrect, 65 Checking...
Printer Basics (For use with printer drivers posted on 10/20/04)
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... Cartridges 40 Aligning the Print Head 43 Cleaning the Printer 45 Transporting the Printer 46 PROBLEM SOLVING 47 Printer Parts 48 Diagnosing Printer Problems 49 Checking the Control Panel Lights 49 Running a Printer Check 51 Problems and Solutions 52 Problems Setting Up the Printer or Installing Software 52 Printing Problems 53 Print Quality Problems 54 Problems with Paper Feeding 56 Solving Miscellaneous Printout...
... Cartridges 40 Aligning the Print Head 43 Cleaning the Printer 45 Transporting the Printer 46 PROBLEM SOLVING 47 Printer Parts 48 Diagnosing Printer Problems 49 Checking the Control Panel Lights 49 Running a Printer Check 51 Problems and Solutions 52 Problems Setting Up the Printer or Installing Software 52 Printing Problems 53 Print Quality Problems 54 Problems with Paper Feeding 56 Solving Miscellaneous Printout...
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... charge, for downloading to your printer driver. Download instructions are posted for your computer. Problem Solving This section gives you the basics for diagnosing and solving printer problems. ■ First see "Problems and Solutions" on page 52 for solutions to common setup and printing problems. Caution: It's a good idea to check Epson's support web site periodically for...
... charge, for downloading to your printer driver. Download instructions are posted for your computer. Problem Solving This section gives you the basics for diagnosing and solving printer problems. ■ First see "Problems and Solutions" on page 52 for solutions to common setup and printing problems. Caution: It's a good idea to check Epson's support web site periodically for...
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...Printer Problems You can diagnose some problems by checking the printer's control panel lights, as described in the printer software. When both lights flash, one , do the following: ■ Windows: Check the ink level graphic on the Main tab in the Printer Settings window in this section, or running a printer check, as described on page 39. The printer...button Maintenance Power button button Lights P is on opening the software. ■ Macintosh OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > SP 1280 > EPSON StatusMonitor. It also flashes when the print head moves to print.
...Printer Problems You can diagnose some problems by checking the printer's control panel lights, as described in the printer software. When both lights flash, one , do the following: ■ Windows: Check the ink level graphic on the Main tab in the Printer Settings window in this section, or running a printer check, as described on page 39. The printer...button Maintenance Power button button Lights P is on opening the software. ■ Macintosh OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > SP 1280 > EPSON StatusMonitor. It also flashes when the print head moves to print.