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Epson Stylus® NX420 Series Quick Guide Wireless Network Setup Basic Copying, Printing, and Scanning Maintenance Solving Problems
Epson Stylus® NX420 Series Quick Guide Wireless Network Setup Basic Copying, Printing, and Scanning Maintenance Solving Problems
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... a Memory Card 24 Inserting the Card 24 Printing Photos From the LCD Screen 25 Printing From Your Computer 26 Printing in Windows 26 Printing With a Macintosh 28 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 31 Scanning a Document or Photo 32 Quick Scanning With the Scan Button 32 Scanning With Epson Scan Software 33 Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6 34 Restoring and Correcting Photos 35 Maintaining Your Printer 36 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 36 Cleaning the Print Head 37 Checking Ink Levels 38 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 38 Replacing Ink Cartridges...
... a Memory Card 24 Inserting the Card 24 Printing Photos From the LCD Screen 25 Printing From Your Computer 26 Printing in Windows 26 Printing With a Macintosh 28 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 31 Scanning a Document or Photo 32 Quick Scanning With the Scan Button 32 Scanning With Epson Scan Software 33 Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6 34 Restoring and Correcting Photos 35 Maintaining Your Printer 36 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 36 Cleaning the Print Head 37 Checking Ink Levels 38 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 38 Replacing Ink Cartridges...
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... begin, make sure that you're installing the printer, follow the steps in the space provided below . ■ If your printer is already on page 44. ■ If this is the first time that you need to the printer, see the User Account Control screen, click Yes or Continue. Note: If you're having trouble setting up your wireless printer, see "Network Problems" on your wireless network and...
... begin, make sure that you're installing the printer, follow the steps in the space provided below . ■ If your printer is already on page 44. ■ If this is the first time that you need to the printer, see the User Account Control screen, click Yes or Continue. Note: If you're having trouble setting up your wireless printer, see "Network Problems" on your wireless network and...
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... the network name in "Entering Your SSID Manually" on and working correctly. When installation is complete, remove the CD. Follow the instructions on -screen instructions to select the name of your router or access point is turned on page 13. 10 Wireless Network Setup Follow the on the screen to select Other SSIDs, then press x Start. 10. Setting Up With the Printer Buttons 1. Continue with the steps in the list, your software.
... the network name in "Entering Your SSID Manually" on and working correctly. When installation is complete, remove the CD. Follow the instructions on -screen instructions to select the name of your router or access point is turned on page 13. 10 Wireless Network Setup Follow the on the screen to select Other SSIDs, then press x Start. 10. Setting Up With the Printer Buttons 1. Continue with the steps in the list, your software.
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...; Press l to enter your software. When installation is complete, remove the CD. Installing for the First Time 13 Follow the instructions on page 14. To set up additional computers to print to the printer, see the character you see "Setting up Additional Computers" on the screen to select Other SSIDs, then press x Start. 2. Important: Network names are case-sensitive. 10. Use the buttons on the printer's control panel, press l or...
...; Press l to enter your software. When installation is complete, remove the CD. Installing for the First Time 13 Follow the instructions on page 14. To set up additional computers to print to the printer, see the character you see "Setting up Additional Computers" on the screen to select Other SSIDs, then press x Start. 2. Important: Network names are case-sensitive. 10. Use the buttons on the printer's control panel, press l or...
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... your online User's Guide for more information. For example, your photos will look great printed on loading envelopes, see page 20 for more information). 5. Loading Paper 19 See your printer. Note: For instructions on Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy (see your printout looks. The type of photo paper. Load paper against the paper, but not too tightly. or A4-size plain paper, 80 sheets of matte, or 20 sheets of paper you are just making a copy or printing...
... your online User's Guide for more information. For example, your photos will look great printed on loading envelopes, see page 20 for more information). 5. Loading Paper 19 See your printer. Note: For instructions on Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy (see your printout looks. The type of photo paper. Load paper against the paper, but not too tightly. or A4-size plain paper, 80 sheets of matte, or 20 sheets of paper you are just making a copy or printing...
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... begin copying. Select copy mode Change copy size Select paper size and type Start copying Cancel copying Copying Documents and Photos 23 Or you 're finished, press the reduce/enlarge button again. 7. Press x Start to select Color or B&W copies. 6. To adjust the copy size, press the reduce/enlarge button and select a percentage using + or -. Tip: To make a quick draft copy on the scanner glass (see page 18). 2. Load paper in the sheet feeder (see page 22). 3. To print more than 1 copy, press + or - to select the number (up...
... begin copying. Select copy mode Change copy size Select paper size and type Start copying Cancel copying Copying Documents and Photos 23 Or you 're finished, press the reduce/enlarge button again. 7. Press x Start to select Color or B&W copies. 6. To adjust the copy size, press the reduce/enlarge button and select a percentage using + or -. Tip: To make a quick draft copy on the scanner glass (see page 18). 2. Load paper in the sheet feeder (see page 22). 3. To print more than 1 copy, press + or - to select the number (up...
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Borderless option. For borderless printing, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Copy and page settings Application settings Printing With a Macintosh 29 Or check for it in the settings for it in your application at the bottom of this window. Select basic copy and page settings. Note: If the setting you want isn't shown (for example, Scale), check for your application before printing. 5.
Borderless option. For borderless printing, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Copy and page settings Application settings Printing With a Macintosh 29 Or check for it in the settings for it in your application at the bottom of this window. Select basic copy and page settings. Note: If the setting you want isn't shown (for example, Scale), check for your application before printing. 5.
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... your email application, and attaches a JPG image to your computer; ideal for scanning photos ■ Scan to PDF automatically creates a PDF file and saves it to a new outgoing message 32 Scanning a Document or Photo Scanning a Document or Photo You can use your Epson Stylus NX420 Series to quickly scan a photo or document and save it on page 22. 2. Quick Scanning With the Scan Button Use the u Scan button to scan a photo or document and save it on your computer. Note: For Mac OS X 10.6, see the online User's Guide. Open the document cover and...
... your email application, and attaches a JPG image to your computer; ideal for scanning photos ■ Scan to PDF automatically creates a PDF file and saves it to a new outgoing message 32 Scanning a Document or Photo Scanning a Document or Photo You can use your Epson Stylus NX420 Series to quickly scan a photo or document and save it on page 22. 2. Quick Scanning With the Scan Button Use the u Scan button to scan a photo or document and save it on your computer. Note: For Mac OS X 10.6, see the online User's Guide. Open the document cover and...
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... y Stop/Clear Settings to see if there are gaps in the sheet feeder (see page 37). 36 Maintaining Your Printer or A4-size paper in the lines. If there are clean Nozzles need to check the print head nozzles. 1. Maintaining Your Printer Follow the instructions in one or more of the ink cartridges. Caution: To keep your printer looking like new, don't place anything on the printer's control panel. 3. Press the F Setup button on...
... y Stop/Clear Settings to see if there are gaps in the sheet feeder (see page 37). 36 Maintaining Your Printer or A4-size paper in the lines. If there are clean Nozzles need to check the print head nozzles. 1. Maintaining Your Printer Follow the instructions in one or more of the ink cartridges. Caution: To keep your printer looking like new, don't place anything on the printer's control panel. 3. Press the F Setup button on...
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.... Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it . 4. If there are still gaps or lines, or the test patterns are faint, run another cleaning cycle and check the nozzles again. If quality does not improve, one minute. Load letter- Press the F Setup button. 3. Run a nozzle check (as described on page 36) to verify that doesn't help, contact Epson as described on the display screen. When it when a cartridge is low...
.... Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it . 4. If there are still gaps or lines, or the test patterns are faint, run another cleaning cycle and check the nozzles again. If quality does not improve, one minute. Load letter- Press the F Setup button. 3. Run a nozzle check (as described on page 36) to verify that doesn't help, contact Epson as described on the display screen. When it when a cartridge is low...
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... list when you try to print when ink is low. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson authorized reseller. This window can check ink cartridge levels using your printer software: ■ Windows: Double-click the printer icon in your online User's Guide. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). You can optionally display ink offers and other updates from Epson, see a message on your printer's LCD display screen: Note: You cannot print or copy...
... list when you try to print when ink is low. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson authorized reseller. This window can check ink cartridge levels using your printer software: ■ Windows: Double-click the printer icon in your online User's Guide. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). You can optionally display ink offers and other updates from Epson, see a message on your printer's LCD display screen: Note: You cannot print or copy...
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... also check "Problems and Solutions" on page 44 for more detailed help. Solving Problems If you can select Driver Update on the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window. With Windows, you have a problem with your online User's Guide and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Open your Epson printer, check the messages on the display screen to your computer desktop for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User's Guide icon...
... also check "Problems and Solutions" on page 44 for more detailed help. Solving Problems If you can select Driver Update on the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window. With Windows, you have a problem with your online User's Guide and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Open your Epson printer, check the messages on the display screen to your computer desktop for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User's Guide icon...
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... LCD display screen. One or more ink cartridges is open. The index sheet you just replaced a cartridge and the error code still appears, the cartridge is jammed inside your Epson printer are at the end of the error codes below, follow the steps here to continue. Turn your Epson printer (see page 24). The cartridge cover is expended. No memory card is a problem with your Epson printer off, make sure no paper is not installed correctly. Parts inside (see page 46), and turn...
... LCD display screen. One or more ink cartridges is open. The index sheet you just replaced a cartridge and the error code still appears, the cartridge is jammed inside your Epson printer are at the end of the error codes below, follow the steps here to continue. Turn your Epson printer (see page 24). The cartridge cover is expended. No memory card is a problem with your Epson printer off, make sure no paper is not installed correctly. Parts inside (see page 46), and turn...
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... wireless network name. If your wireless router or access point has wireless security enabled, you 're having trouble using . ■ If the printer doesn't connect to confirm that the printer is turned on and the green WiFi light on . If access restrictions are set on . EpsonNet Setup was unsuccessful Make sure that it is on the front of the printer is using your Epson printer. Print a Network Status Sheet (see "Entering Your SSID Manually" on page 13 for instructions on manually entering...
... wireless network name. If your wireless router or access point has wireless security enabled, you 're having trouble using . ■ If the printer doesn't connect to confirm that the printer is turned on and the green WiFi light on . If access restrictions are set on . EpsonNet Setup was unsuccessful Make sure that it is on the front of the printer is using your Epson printer. Print a Network Status Sheet (see "Entering Your SSID Manually" on page 13 for instructions on manually entering...
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... or access point. Print a Network Status Sheet 1. Problems and Solutions 45 Check the Timeout Setting in Mac OS X 10.6, see below) and check the signal strength. Press the x Start button to enter the Setup menu. 2. Cannot print over the network ■ Make sure that the printer is turned on and the green WiFi light on the front of the printer is on the printer's control panel to print a network status sheet. Press the F Setup button on . ■ When using DHCP, you are configured...
... or access point. Print a Network Status Sheet 1. Problems and Solutions 45 Check the Timeout Setting in Mac OS X 10.6, see below) and check the signal strength. Press the x Start button to enter the Setup menu. 2. Cannot print over the network ■ Make sure that the printer is turned on and the green WiFi light on the front of the printer is on the printer's control panel to print a network status sheet. Press the F Setup button on . ■ When using DHCP, you are configured...
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... at a time. Open the scanner, remove the jammed paper and torn pieces, close the scanner, and turn off your paper one sheet at a time. 46 Solving Problems Remove sheets from the sheet feeder. Printing and Copying Problems ■ Make sure your online User's Guide for the paper you have any problems with the copy or print quality, try these steps: 1. Don't load paper above the arrow mark inside , turn the printer back on an uneven surface. ■ Load the paper printable side up to...
... at a time. Open the scanner, remove the jammed paper and torn pieces, close the scanner, and turn off your paper one sheet at a time. 46 Solving Problems Remove sheets from the sheet feeder. Printing and Copying Problems ■ Make sure your online User's Guide for the paper you have any problems with the copy or print quality, try these steps: 1. Don't load paper above the arrow mark inside , turn the printer back on an uneven surface. ■ Load the paper printable side up to...
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... check as described on page 36 to see if the print head needs cleaning. ■ Clean the print head as described on page 37. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you may need to align the print head. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on ink. ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel or in the image, clean the document...
... check as described on page 36 to see if the print head needs cleaning. ■ Clean the print head as described on page 37. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you may need to align the print head. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on ink. ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel or in the image, clean the document...
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.... ■ Do not open the scanner section while the NX420 Series is copying, printing, or scanning. ■ Do not spill liquid on the printer label. ■ Use only the power cord that are subject to rapid changes in all devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson printer, read and follow these...
.... ■ Do not open the scanner section while the NX420 Series is copying, printing, or scanning. ■ Do not spill liquid on the printer label. ■ Use only the power cord that are subject to rapid changes in all devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson printer, read and follow these...
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... use an address in workmanship and materials for the defective unit, Epson will not be new or refurbished to secure the cost of your Epson printer prove defective during the warranty period, please call the Epson Connection at its option, exchange or repair the printer without charge for reprinting. If service is not transferable. Possessions). The replacement printer or part may be another model of materials or services...
... use an address in workmanship and materials for the defective unit, Epson will not be new or refurbished to secure the cost of your Epson printer prove defective during the warranty period, please call the Epson Connection at its option, exchange or repair the printer without charge for reprinting. If service is not transferable. Possessions). The replacement printer or part may be another model of materials or services...