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... Hi-Definition R280 Photo Printer Photos | CDs | Documents Scratch • Wa Smudge • s ter • Fade R esistant Photo For brilliant photos with Epson's versatile paper selection Ordering Information Product Name Epson Stylus® Photo R280 Epson Stylus Photo R280 (Canada) 78 Black ink cartridge 78 Cyan ink cartridge 78 Magenta ink cartridge 78 Yellow ink cartridge 78 Light Cyan ink cartridge 78 Light Magenta ink cartridge 78 Multi-pack (5 colors) 77 High...
... Hi-Definition R280 Photo Printer Photos | CDs | Documents Scratch • Wa Smudge • s ter • Fade R esistant Photo For brilliant photos with Epson's versatile paper selection Ordering Information Product Name Epson Stylus® Photo R280 Epson Stylus Photo R280 (Canada) 78 Black ink cartridge 78 Cyan ink cartridge 78 Magenta ink cartridge 78 Yellow ink cartridge 78 Light Cyan ink cartridge 78 Light Magenta ink cartridge 78 Multi-pack (5 colors) 77 High...
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...; CPD-24545 8/07 PDF Epson R280 Ultra Hi-Definition Photo Printer Specifications Printer Specifications Printing Technology Advanced MicroPiezo® 6-color ink jet printing with DX5™ technology Ink Palette Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Magenta, Light Magenta and Yellow Ink Cartridge Configuration 6 individual ink cartridges Ink Type Claria™ Hi-Definition Ink (smudge, scratch, water and fade resistant photos) Light Resistance/Print Longevity*** Up...
...; CPD-24545 8/07 PDF Epson R280 Ultra Hi-Definition Photo Printer Specifications Printer Specifications Printing Technology Advanced MicroPiezo® 6-color ink jet printing with DX5™ technology Ink Palette Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Magenta, Light Magenta and Yellow Ink Cartridge Configuration 6 individual ink cartridges Ink Type Claria™ Hi-Definition Ink (smudge, scratch, water and fade resistant photos) Light Resistance/Print Longevity*** Up...
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... Paper support Right edge guide Left edge guide Sheet feeder Printer cover Epson Stylus Photo R280 USB port Front tray Front cover Front tray extensions CD/DVD tray Adapter Cartridge cover Print head Ink button Power button Paper/Cancel button Accessories Ink Cartridges Cartridge Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light Cyan Light Magenta High-Capacity Black High-Capacity...
... Paper support Right edge guide Left edge guide Sheet feeder Printer cover Epson Stylus Photo R280 USB port Front tray Front cover Front tray extensions CD/DVD tray Adapter Cartridge cover Print head Ink button Power button Paper/Cancel button Accessories Ink Cartridges Cartridge Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light Cyan Light Magenta High-Capacity Black High-Capacity...
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...°F (40 °C) Freezing temperature* 3.2 °F (-16 °C) * Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 104 °F (40 °C) Humidity (without ink cartridges Ink Cartridges Colors Black, cyan, magenta, yellow, light cyan light magenta Cartridge life Within 6 months ... settings, paper type, frequency of use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. Cartridge yields vary considerably based on the back of the printer for computers) 7/07 3 Epson Stylus Photo R280 Printer Specifications Printing Epson MicroPiezo® head with DX5™ variable ...
...°F (40 °C) Freezing temperature* 3.2 °F (-16 °C) * Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 104 °F (40 °C) Humidity (without ink cartridges Ink Cartridges Colors Black, cyan, magenta, yellow, light cyan light magenta Cartridge life Within 6 months ... settings, paper type, frequency of use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. Cartridge yields vary considerably based on the back of the printer for computers) 7/07 3 Epson Stylus Photo R280 Printer Specifications Printing Epson MicroPiezo® head with DX5™ variable ...
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... If you print in the expanded area. Note: Always load paper into the sheet feeder with the flap edge left margin is 0.20 inches (5.0 mm). Epson Stylus Photo R280 Paper Single sheets Size Paper type Thickness Weight (for plain bond paper) A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches) Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) Legal (8.5 ×... with the borderless feature, print quality may decline in the following areas of the disc, the disc or CD/DVD tray may get stained with ink: Inner hub area Outer periphery area 18 to 42 mm 117 to 120 mm for a 12-cm CD/DVD 77 to 80 mm for a 8-cm...
... If you print in the expanded area. Note: Always load paper into the sheet feeder with the flap edge left margin is 0.20 inches (5.0 mm). Epson Stylus Photo R280 Paper Single sheets Size Paper type Thickness Weight (for plain bond paper) A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches) Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) Legal (8.5 ×... with the borderless feature, print quality may decline in the following areas of the disc, the disc or CD/DVD tray may get stained with ink: Inner hub area Outer periphery area 18 to 42 mm 117 to 120 mm for a 12-cm CD/DVD 77 to 80 mm for a 8-cm...
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... is connected to determine which cartridge is not inserted. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Checking the Printer's Lights To diagnose problems, check the printer's lights: Lights Explanation Green power The printer is broken, incompatible, or improperly installed, the ink cartridge status will not be displayed. Insert the tray... the cartridge(s). You'll also see the instructions in your printer as described in the printer list, click OK, and select EPSON StatusMonitor. 7/07 5 Checking the Ink Supply Note: Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of the print head. ...
... is connected to determine which cartridge is not inserted. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Checking the Printer's Lights To diagnose problems, check the printer's lights: Lights Explanation Green power The printer is broken, incompatible, or improperly installed, the ink cartridge status will not be displayed. Insert the tray... the cartridge(s). You'll also see the instructions in your printer as described in the printer list, click OK, and select EPSON StatusMonitor. 7/07 5 Checking the Ink Supply Note: Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of the print head. ...
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... move it is low or expended, the next cartridge moves under the mark. Note: Don't hold down the ink button for more than 3 seconds, or the printer will start replacing a cartridge, you must complete all the low or expended cartridges have been identified, the print ...the ink button to maintain reliability. 1. Caution: Be careful not to break the hooks on . (The green power light should be unable to flash. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may affect your printer....
... move it is low or expended, the next cartridge moves under the mark. Note: Don't hold down the ink button for more than 3 seconds, or the printer will start replacing a cartridge, you must complete all the low or expended cartridges have been identified, the print ...the ink button to maintain reliability. 1. Caution: Be careful not to break the hooks on . (The green power light should be unable to flash. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may affect your printer....
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... vision problems continue after the print head moves to its home (far right) position, the ink cartridge may not be able to refill it . The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. Charging takes about one and a half minutes. Epson Stylus Photo R280 7. otherwise, the cartridge may not be installed properly. Do not remove or tear the...
... vision problems continue after the print head moves to its home (far right) position, the ink cartridge may not be able to refill it . The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. Charging takes about one and a half minutes. Epson Stylus Photo R280 7. otherwise, the cartridge may not be installed properly. Do not remove or tear the...
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... . Epson Stylus Photo R280 Paper Loading Guidelines You can load the following number of sheets of Epson special media: Paper name Epson Premium Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster Epson...
... . Epson Stylus Photo R280 Paper Loading Guidelines You can load the following number of sheets of Epson special media: Paper name Epson Premium Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster Epson...
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Epson Stylus Photo R280 Printing on CDs and DVDs You can use the CD/DVD tray to print customized text, graphics, and photos directly on ; Then follow these steps: 1. Note: If you print in the CD/DVD position (upper notches). Make sure the settings you choose are appropriate ... DVDs, make sure the printer is shown below: 12-cm CD/DVD 8-cm CD/DVD Inserting a CD or DVD Before you print. Otherwise, dirt or scratches on your CDs or DVDs using or touching the printed surface of the paper position (lower notches). 3. Caution: Use only ink jet-printable CDs and DVDs...
Epson Stylus Photo R280 Printing on CDs and DVDs You can use the CD/DVD tray to print customized text, graphics, and photos directly on ; Then follow these steps: 1. Note: If you print in the CD/DVD position (upper notches). Make sure the settings you choose are appropriate ... DVDs, make sure the printer is shown below: 12-cm CD/DVD 8-cm CD/DVD Inserting a CD or DVD Before you print. Otherwise, dirt or scratches on your CDs or DVDs using or touching the printed surface of the paper position (lower notches). 3. Caution: Use only ink jet-printable CDs and DVDs...
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...'re done printing on the CD/DVD tray with this piece with images, graphics, and text. To allow the ink to use this printer. Make sure the disc lies flat in the Printer Settings window and use the small CD/DVD adapter when you print, handle the CD or DVD carefully. Note: ... color, see your on -screen User's Guide. 10 7/07 otherwise the printer may be performed properly. Caution: Before you position the CD or DVD, make sure that the CD or DVD and adapter lie flat on the tray first, then place the CD or DVD inside the adapter. Windows: Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo R280...
...'re done printing on the CD/DVD tray with this piece with images, graphics, and text. To allow the ink to use this printer. Make sure the disc lies flat in the Printer Settings window and use the small CD/DVD adapter when you print, handle the CD or DVD carefully. Note: ... color, see your on -screen User's Guide. 10 7/07 otherwise the printer may be performed properly. Caution: Before you position the CD or DVD, make sure that the CD or DVD and adapter lie flat on the tray first, then place the CD or DVD inside the adapter. Windows: Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo R280...
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Epson Stylus Photo R280 Cleaning the Print Head If your printouts are unexpectedly light or faint, or you notice light or dark bands across your printout, you don't use your printer often it only if quality declines. You can check the print head nozzles using the Head Cleaning utility on the printer. This saves ink... print head using the ink button on the printer or using your computer or the buttons on your printout or colors are incorrect or missing). You can deliver ink properly. In this case, replace the appropriate ink cartridge first. Make sure the printer is turned on but not...
Epson Stylus Photo R280 Cleaning the Print Head If your printouts are unexpectedly light or faint, or you notice light or dark bands across your printout, you don't use your printer often it only if quality declines. You can check the print head nozzles using the Head Cleaning utility on the printer. This saves ink... print head using the ink button on the printer or using your computer or the buttons on your printout or colors are incorrect or missing). You can deliver ink properly. In this case, replace the appropriate ink cartridge first. Make sure the printer is turned on but not...
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.... If you need to be cleaned. Check the printed nozzle check pattern to see any dried ink to print, release the paper button. The printer runs a head cleaning cycle and the green power light flashes. Epson Stylus Photo R280 4. When the nozzle check starts to soften. If there are gaps or lines, or the test patterns...
.... If you need to be cleaned. Check the printed nozzle check pattern to see any dried ink to print, release the paper button. The printer runs a head cleaning cycle and the green power light flashes. Epson Stylus Photo R280 4. When the nozzle check starts to soften. If there are gaps or lines, or the test patterns...
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...of plain, letter-size paper. 4. Select Print Head Alignment. ❏ Macintosh: Open the Applications folder and select EPSON Printer Utility2. Hold down the ink button on your printout looks okay, you're done. ❏ If you need to align the print head....ink or you see any gaps (as shown. You see lines in the printer, and make sure paper is flashing or on the screen to close the Print Head Alignment utility. 7/07 13 Do not insert the CD/DVD tray until cleaning has finished. 3. Turn on the Printer 1. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Using the Buttons on the printer...
...of plain, letter-size paper. 4. Select Print Head Alignment. ❏ Macintosh: Open the Applications folder and select EPSON Printer Utility2. Hold down the ink button on your printout looks okay, you're done. ❏ If you need to align the print head....ink or you see any gaps (as shown. You see lines in the printer, and make sure paper is flashing or on the screen to close the Print Head Alignment utility. 7/07 13 Do not insert the CD/DVD tray until cleaning has finished. 3. Turn on the Printer 1. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Using the Buttons on the printer...
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... CPD-23765 Epson Stylus Photo R280 Start Here (English/French) Epson Stylus Photo R280 Quick Guide (English) Epson Stylus Photo R280 Guide Rapide (French) Epson Stylus Photo R280 CD-ROM with special paper; Tip: To keep your printer working at its original box or one of letter-size paper. 2. Transporting the Printer If you need to ship your printer, you need to the metal parts under the ink cartridge holder...
... CPD-23765 Epson Stylus Photo R280 Start Here (English/French) Epson Stylus Photo R280 Quick Guide (English) Epson Stylus Photo R280 Guide Rapide (French) Epson Stylus Photo R280 CD-ROM with special paper; Tip: To keep your printer working at its original box or one of letter-size paper. 2. Transporting the Printer If you need to ship your printer, you need to the metal parts under the ink cartridge holder...
Quick Reference Guide
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.... Note: Notes contain important information about your desktop. Introduction After you read your R280 Series instructions: Warning: Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Introduction 3 Caution: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to : ...■ Print on ink jet-printable CDs and DVDs ■ Perform routine maintenance ■ Solve simple problems For additional instructions, see the on-screen User's Guide by selecting the icon for better printing. Please follow these guidelines as you have set up your Epson Stylus® Photo R280 Series as described on...
.... Note: Notes contain important information about your desktop. Introduction After you read your R280 Series instructions: Warning: Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Introduction 3 Caution: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to : ...■ Print on ink jet-printable CDs and DVDs ■ Perform routine maintenance ■ Solve simple problems For additional instructions, see the on-screen User's Guide by selecting the icon for better printing. Please follow these guidelines as you have set up your Epson Stylus® Photo R280 Series as described on...
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.... Load paper (see the on an ink jetprintable CD or DVD. Tip: It's a good idea to your Epson Stylus Photo R280 Series software. Before you start, make sure you've installed your printer software and connected the printer to open your printer software Basic Printing 7 You see a window like this one: Select EPSON Stylus Photo R280 Series Click here to your computer...
.... Load paper (see the on an ink jetprintable CD or DVD. Tip: It's a good idea to your Epson Stylus Photo R280 Series software. Before you start, make sure you've installed your printer software and connected the printer to open your printer software Basic Printing 7 You see a window like this one: Select EPSON Stylus Photo R280 Series Click here to your computer...
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... your paper size (US Letter, 8 x 10 in, 4 x 6 in, or 5 x 7 in a printing program. 3. Open a photo or document in ). 4. Make the following settings: Select Stylus Photo R280 Select your Paper Size* Select your print job. Printing with a Macintosh 1. Load paper (see page 4). 2. Check ink cartridge status Pause or resume printing Cancel printing Printing with a Macintosh 9 Borderless option...
... your paper size (US Letter, 8 x 10 in, 4 x 6 in, or 5 x 7 in a printing program. 3. Open a photo or document in ). 4. Make the following settings: Select Stylus Photo R280 Select your Paper Size* Select your print job. Printing with a Macintosh 1. Load paper (see page 4). 2. Check ink cartridge status Pause or resume printing Cancel printing Printing with a Macintosh 9 Borderless option...
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...-click Stylus Photo R280 in your printer software. When you 're printing on the bottom of your print job, click the printer icon when it appears in the dock on , so the ink coverage can be adjusted accordingly. For this paper/media Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson...
...-click Stylus Photo R280 in your printer software. When you 're printing on the bottom of your print job, click the printer icon when it appears in the dock on , so the ink coverage can be adjusted accordingly. For this paper/media Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson...
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... nearly expended or follow the instructions in the printer settings window. Open your Epson Stylus Photo R280 Series software. Solving Problems If you have a replacement cartridge. 22 Solving Problems Error Indicators Lights Green P power light flashes Red ) paper out light is on and green P power light flashes Red H ink light flashes and Green P power light is...
... nearly expended or follow the instructions in the printer settings window. Open your Epson Stylus Photo R280 Series software. Solving Problems If you have a replacement cartridge. 22 Solving Problems Error Indicators Lights Green P power light flashes Red ) paper out light is on and green P power light flashes Red H ink light flashes and Green P power light is...