Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... ink jet printer uses a method referred to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Fine Art Pro Advanced Amateur Photo Enthusiast Chief Memory Officer® General Purpose You can find detailed information, comparisons, and FAQs on the Epson ink sets in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge...
... ink jet printer uses a method referred to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Fine Art Pro Advanced Amateur Photo Enthusiast Chief Memory Officer® General Purpose You can find detailed information, comparisons, and FAQs on the Epson ink sets in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge...
User Manual - Epson Stylus RIP Mac & PC
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sales only). The following information ready: Product name (EPSON Stylus RIP) Product serial number (located on disk sleeve) Proof and date of purchase (such as a store receipt) Printer model Computer configuration Description of automated help services are available 24... From the Internet, you can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store™ at www.epson.com (U.S. To use your e-mail address as the password. EPSON E-mail To receive technical advice through electronic...
sales only). The following information ready: Product name (EPSON Stylus RIP) Product serial number (located on disk sleeve) Proof and date of purchase (such as a store receipt) Printer model Computer configuration Description of automated help services are available 24... From the Internet, you can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store™ at www.epson.com (U.S. To use your e-mail address as the password. EPSON E-mail To receive technical advice through electronic...
User Manual - Epson Stylus RIP Mac & PC
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... set up and tested fully, you install the EPSON Stylus RIP software, follow the instructions in the printer. See your printer's documentation for instructions. (Not every printer has a network interface card option.) Load paper, install ink cartridges, and allow your printer to complete its entire ink charging cycle. Run a printer self test to make sure it operates properly...
... set up and tested fully, you install the EPSON Stylus RIP software, follow the instructions in the printer. See your printer's documentation for instructions. (Not every printer has a network interface card option.) Load paper, install ink cartridges, and allow your printer to complete its entire ink charging cycle. Run a printer self test to make sure it operates properly...
User Manual - Epson Stylus RIP Mac & PC
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... paper, install ink cartridges, and allow your printer to complete its entire ink charging cycle. Connect the printer to your computer via a parallel cable and your computer's LPT1 port. Install the standard non-PostScript EPSON driver and utilities that came with your printer. Send... driver to make sure Windows is installed correctly. Installing EPSON Stylus RIP for Windows Checking the Printer Before you install the EPSON Stylus RIP software, follow the instructions in the setup program to install EPSON Stylus RIP on a client computer will be different than the...
... paper, install ink cartridges, and allow your printer to complete its entire ink charging cycle. Connect the printer to your computer via a parallel cable and your computer's LPT1 port. Install the standard non-PostScript EPSON driver and utilities that came with your printer. Send... driver to make sure Windows is installed correctly. Installing EPSON Stylus RIP for Windows Checking the Printer Before you install the EPSON Stylus RIP software, follow the instructions in the setup program to install EPSON Stylus RIP on a client computer will be different than the...
User Manual - Epson Stylus RIP Mac & PC
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.... Follow the steps in your printer documentation for instructions on cleaning the color print head or replacing an ink cartridge. 5-6 If you restart the program. see Font not found or Find font error messages (Macintosh) Possible cause Solution You're allowing Font Substitution in Chapter 1 to reinstall the EPSON Stylus RIP software on your application's Page...
.... Follow the steps in your printer documentation for instructions on cleaning the color print head or replacing an ink cartridge. 5-6 If you restart the program. see Font not found or Find font error messages (Macintosh) Possible cause Solution You're allowing Font Substitution in Chapter 1 to reinstall the EPSON Stylus RIP software on your application's Page...
Printer Basics
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..., Cautions, Notes, and Tips Windows System Requirements Macintosh System Requirements ENERGY STAR Compliance Year 2000 Ready Printer Parts Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions EPSON DIGITAL PHOTOLAB PRO Navigating Through EPSON Digital PhotoLab Pro VIEWING YOUR ELECTRONIC PRINTER MANUAL Opening Your Electronic Manual Navigating an Electronic Manual PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH Printing with Windows...
..., Cautions, Notes, and Tips Windows System Requirements Macintosh System Requirements ENERGY STAR Compliance Year 2000 Ready Printer Parts Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions EPSON DIGITAL PHOTOLAB PRO Navigating Through EPSON Digital PhotoLab Pro VIEWING YOUR ELECTRONIC PRINTER MANUAL Opening Your Electronic Manual Navigating an Electronic Manual PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH Printing with Windows...
Printer Basics
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... 22 Customizing Print Settings 24 Preserving Photos on EPSON Photo Paper 26 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER 27 Cleaning the Print Head 27 Using the Head Cleaning Utility 28 Using the Control Panel 29 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 30 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 30 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 31 Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge 33 Aligning the Print Head 35...
... 22 Customizing Print Settings 24 Preserving Photos on EPSON Photo Paper 26 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER 27 Cleaning the Print Head 27 Using the Head Cleaning Utility 28 Using the Control Panel 29 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 30 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 30 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 31 Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge 33 Aligning the Print Head 35...
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... output tray paper thickness lever sheet feeder output tray extensions ink cartridge holders 6 control panel ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for the year 2000. Year 2000 Ready Your EPSON printer is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to...
... output tray paper thickness lever sheet feeder output tray extensions ink cartridge holders 6 control panel ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for the year 2000. Year 2000 Ready Your EPSON printer is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to...
Printer Basics
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... P power light flashes briefly then goes out. When you press this can cause leakage. Do not unplug the printer or turn the printer off . Adjust only those controls that are in place. 8 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions s Do not put your eyes, flush them . s Once you remove it gets in performance. ... power cord or plug is positioned all the way to the right (capped) and the ink cartridges are covered by the operating instructions. if liquid has entered the printer; s Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of children. If it with soap and water. If it from its...
... P power light flashes briefly then goes out. When you press this can cause leakage. Do not unplug the printer or turn the printer off . Adjust only those controls that are in place. 8 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions s Do not put your eyes, flush them . s Once you remove it gets in performance. ... power cord or plug is positioned all the way to the right (capped) and the ink cartridges are covered by the operating instructions. if liquid has entered the printer; s Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of children. If it with soap and water. If it from its...
Printer Basics
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... the Print Head" below s "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on page 30 s "Aligning the Print Head" on page 35 s "Cleaning the Printer" on page 35 s "Transporting the Printer" on page 36 For more details, see your electronic EPSON Stylus Photo 1200 Manual as described on page 11. Cleaning the Print Head If your printer software (when connected to a local port...
... the Print Head" below s "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on page 30 s "Aligning the Print Head" on page 35 s "Cleaning the Printer" on page 35 s "Transporting the Printer" on page 36 For more details, see your electronic EPSON Stylus Photo 1200 Manual as described on page 11. Cleaning the Print Head If your printer software (when connected to a local port...
Printer Basics
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...printer not covered by EPSON's warranty. sales only). If any dots are missing, as shown below, clean the print head again; When the light stays on the package: Black ink cartridge: S020187 Color ink cartridge: T001011 To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before the expiration date on , the cartridge... is empty and you need new ink cartridges, contact ...
...printer not covered by EPSON's warranty. sales only). If any dots are missing, as shown below, clean the print head again; When the light stays on the package: Black ink cartridge: S020187 Color ink cartridge: T001011 To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before the expiration date on , the cartridge... is empty and you need new ink cartridges, contact ...
Printer Basics
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... you perform these steps when both ink out lights are off, the printer cleans the print head, as described on . If you can replace a cartridge when the B black or A color ink out light is turned on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with a new one. Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges You can 't reuse it, even if it carefully...
... you perform these steps when both ink out lights are off, the printer cleans the print head, as described on . If you can replace a cartridge when the B black or A color ink out light is turned on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with a new one. Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges You can 't reuse it, even if it carefully...
Printer Basics
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Lower the new ink cartridge into its packaging. 6. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it 's finished, the P power light stops flashing and stays on. The P power light flashes, and the printer makes various sounds. 5. Remove the yellow tape Black cartridge Color cartridge You must remove the yellow tape from the top of the tape seal on to remove...
Lower the new ink cartridge into its packaging. 6. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it 's finished, the P power light stops flashing and stays on. The P power light flashes, and the printer makes various sounds. 5. Remove the yellow tape Black cartridge Color cartridge You must remove the yellow tape from the top of the tape seal on to remove...
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... head, you tell? Press the E load/eject button and hold it contains ink. 4. Don't open the printer cover. 2. If ink gets on your printouts don't look as good as they used to replace an ink cartridge before the B black or A color ink out light is turned on : 1. You may need to replace it carefully.... To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 3. Pull up from its holder. How can ...
... head, you tell? Press the E load/eject button and hold it contains ink. 4. Don't open the printer cover. 2. If ink gets on your printouts don't look as good as they used to replace an ink cartridge before the B black or A color ink out light is turned on : 1. You may need to replace it carefully.... To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 3. Pull up from its holder. How can ...
Printer Basics
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... flashing and stays on to step 10. 10. ink will permanently damage it. If you will leak out. 7. Charging takes about one minute. Remove the new ink cartridge from the bottom of the printer. 8. Remove the yellow tape Black cartridge Color cartridge You must remove the yellow tape from the top ...of the tape seal on top as shown: Don't pull off the printer while the P power light is flashing, ...
... flashing and stays on to step 10. 10. ink will permanently damage it. If you will leak out. 7. Charging takes about one minute. Remove the new ink cartridge from the bottom of the printer. 8. Remove the yellow tape Black cartridge Color cartridge You must remove the yellow tape from the top ...of the tape seal on top as shown: Don't pull off the printer while the P power light is flashing, ...
Printer Basics
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... its original box as you move your printer. If you need to keep the printer level as follows: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. 1. Push in print quality after transporting the printer, clean the print head (see page... 35). 36 Turn on the printer components or spray lubricants or oils inside the printer. Clean ink out of the printer's interior with it...
... its original box as you move your printer. If you need to keep the printer level as follows: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. 1. Push in print quality after transporting the printer, clean the print head (see page... 35). 36 Turn on the printer components or spray lubricants or oils inside the printer. Clean ink out of the printer's interior with it...
Printer Basics
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... and the B black and A color ink out lights come on or flash: P is on The P power light is on when the printer is not receiving power. Then turn off , the printer is on and ready to replace the ink cartridge. P and S flash, and B and A are off the printer, wait a few seconds, and ...the power cord securely, and turn it on , jammed paper may have a replacement cartridge. s Make sure the outlet is low. Follow these solutions: s Make sure the printer is turned on , your dealer or EPSON; Then reload the stack against the right edge guide and slide the left edge guide...
... and the B black and A color ink out lights come on or flash: P is on The P power light is on when the printer is not receiving power. Then turn off , the printer is on and ready to replace the ink cartridge. P and S flash, and B and A are off the printer, wait a few seconds, and ...the power cord securely, and turn it on , jammed paper may have a replacement cartridge. s Make sure the outlet is low. Follow these solutions: s Make sure the printer is turned on , your dealer or EPSON; Then reload the stack against the right edge guide and slide the left edge guide...
Printer Basics
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... savers. For maximum print speeds, enable ECP/DMA mode on . s Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some basic troubleshooting tips if you install ink cartridges, the printer charges its ink delivery system for details. Then try installing the software again. You're using the parallel ...Solutions Here are locked down completely and that no packing material remains in the printer. 40 You're having problems installing the printer software . . . See your computer documentation or contact your problem, see "Troubleshooting" in the electronic EPSON Stylus Photo 1200 Manual.
... savers. For maximum print speeds, enable ECP/DMA mode on . s Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some basic troubleshooting tips if you install ink cartridges, the printer charges its ink delivery system for details. Then try installing the software again. You're using the parallel ...Solutions Here are locked down completely and that no packing material remains in the printer. 40 You're having problems installing the printer software . . . See your computer documentation or contact your problem, see "Troubleshooting" in the electronic EPSON Stylus Photo 1200 Manual.
Printer Basics
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...0 position. see page 27. If your image may see banding in the + position, your printer is face up. For most papers, set for thicker paper or envelopes and your ink cartridge is flashing, replace the ink cartridge; If you see horizontal banding . . . To clean the print head, see page 33.... s Check the paper thickness lever. See page 15 (Windows) or page 17 (Macintosh) for instructions. s Make sure the ink cartridges aren't low on ink. s For most papers, set the paper thickness lever to the right. s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. See...
...0 position. see page 27. If your image may see banding in the + position, your printer is face up. For most papers, set for thicker paper or envelopes and your ink cartridge is flashing, replace the ink cartridge; If you see horizontal banding . . . To clean the print head, see page 33.... s Check the paper thickness lever. See page 15 (Windows) or page 17 (Macintosh) for instructions. s Make sure the ink cartridges aren't low on ink. s For most papers, set the paper thickness lever to the right. s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. See...
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.... s Make sure the print head nozzles are clean. s Try using two color management options at the same time; If your printer software's color matching options, see page 33. s With Photoshop 5.0, make sure you're not using Automatic mode. s Try using your ink cartridge is , reload a new stack of paper with the printable side up ). To...
.... s Make sure the print head nozzles are clean. s Try using two color management options at the same time; If your printer software's color matching options, see page 33. s With Photoshop 5.0, make sure you're not using Automatic mode. s Try using your ink cartridge is , reload a new stack of paper with the printable side up ). To...