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...inches (3.0 mm). E The minimum bottom margin is 0.78 inches (20.0 mm). * When you have print quality problems, switch to 60% RH Printable area Normal Borderless* Envelopes A The minimum top margin is 0.20 inches (5.0 mm...of the disc, the disc or CD/DVD tray may reduce the print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. If you print with the short edge first. C The minimum bottom margin is 0.20 inches (5.0 mm).... area. B-L The minimum left and the flap side down. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Paper Single sheets Size Paper type Thickness Weight (for a 8-cm CD/DVD 4 7/07
...inches (3.0 mm). E The minimum bottom margin is 0.78 inches (20.0 mm). * When you have print quality problems, switch to 60% RH Printable area Normal Borderless* Envelopes A The minimum top margin is 0.20 inches (5.0 mm...of the disc, the disc or CD/DVD tray may reduce the print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. If you print with the short edge first. C The minimum bottom margin is 0.20 inches (5.0 mm).... area. B-L The minimum left and the flap side down. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Paper Single sheets Size Paper type Thickness Weight (for a 8-cm CD/DVD 4 7/07
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..., you which cartridge is nearly expended or follow the instructions in the printer. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Checking the Printer's Lights To diagnose problems, check the printer's lights: Lights Explanation Green power The printer is nearly expended or not installed. If that appears on , you use your printer as described in your on your screen to determine which cartridge is...
..., you which cartridge is nearly expended or follow the instructions in the printer. Epson Stylus Photo R280 Checking the Printer's Lights To diagnose problems, check the printer's lights: Lights Explanation Green power The printer is nearly expended or not installed. If that appears on , you use your printer as described in your on your screen to determine which cartridge is...
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... the yellow tape, take the cartridge apart or try to refill it properly. The green power light flashes and the printer makes noise. Charging takes about one and a half minutes. Remove the yellow tape from the cartridge before continuing with step...printer cover and press the ink button. If discomfort or vision problems continue after the print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement position), open the cartridge cover, and press down gently until it 's finished, the green power light stops flashing and stays on, and the red ink light goes out. Epson Stylus Photo R280...
... the yellow tape, take the cartridge apart or try to refill it properly. The green power light flashes and the printer makes noise. Charging takes about one and a half minutes. Remove the yellow tape from the cartridge before continuing with step...printer cover and press the ink button. If discomfort or vision problems continue after the print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement position), open the cartridge cover, and press down gently until it 's finished, the green power light stops flashing and stays on, and the red ink light goes out. Epson Stylus Photo R280...
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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...
Quick Reference Guide
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Contents Introduction 3 Loading Paper 4 Using Special Papers 5 Basic Printing 7 Printing in Windows 7 Printing with a Macintosh 9 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 11 Printing Borderless Photos 12 Printing on CDs and DVDs 13 Maintaining Your Printer 15 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 15 Cleaning the Print Head 16 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 17 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 17 Replacing Ink Cartridges 18 Solving Problems 22 Checking for Software Updates 22 Error Indicators 22 Problems and Solutions 23 Where To Get Help 25 Notices 26 2 Contents
Contents Introduction 3 Loading Paper 4 Using Special Papers 5 Basic Printing 7 Printing in Windows 7 Printing with a Macintosh 9 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 11 Printing Borderless Photos 12 Printing on CDs and DVDs 13 Maintaining Your Printer 15 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 15 Cleaning the Print Head 16 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 17 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 17 Replacing Ink Cartridges 18 Solving Problems 22 Checking for Software Updates 22 Error Indicators 22 Problems and Solutions 23 Where To Get Help 25 Notices 26 2 Contents
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... ■ 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 your desktop. Tip: Tips ...contain hints for it on the Start Here sheet, turn here to avoid bodily injury. Caution: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your R280 Series. Introduction 3 Note: ...
... ■ 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 your desktop. Tip: Tips ...contain hints for it on the Start Here sheet, turn here to avoid bodily injury. Caution: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your R280 Series. Introduction 3 Note: ...
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... or follow the instructions in the printer settings window. If you have a replacement cartridge. 22 Solving Problems Follow the instructions beginning on -screen User's Guide and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support. Check the message that...on Explanation The printer is nearly expended. One of the cartridges is receiving a print job, replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head. You can also click Start or , select Programs or All Programs, select EPSON, and click EPSON Stylus Photo R280 Series Driver Update...
... or follow the instructions in the printer settings window. If you have a replacement cartridge. 22 Solving Problems Follow the instructions beginning on -screen User's Guide and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support. Check the message that...on Explanation The printer is nearly expended. One of the cartridges is receiving a print job, replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head. You can also click Start or , select Programs or All Programs, select EPSON, and click EPSON Stylus Photo R280 Series Driver Update...
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... inside the edge guide. ■ Make sure the paper size settings are still on, contact Epson as described in the correct position for the paper you loaded. ■ Load paper with the printer or incorrectly installed. Reinstall it or replace it with the edge guide against the right side with... incompatible with the printable side facing the front of the printer. ■ Make sure the front tray is in "Where To Get Help" on page 25. If the lights are on One of the print head. Printing Problems ■ Make sure your R280 Series. If you have a replacement cartridge, then follow ...
... inside the edge guide. ■ Make sure the paper size settings are still on, contact Epson as described in the correct position for the paper you loaded. ■ Load paper with the printer or incorrectly installed. Reinstall it or replace it with the edge guide against the right side with... incompatible with the printable side facing the front of the printer. ■ Make sure the front tray is in "Where To Get Help" on page 25. If the lights are on One of the print head. Printing Problems ■ Make sure your R280 Series. If you have a replacement cartridge, then follow ...
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... the printer cover. Print Quality Problems If you have any torn pieces. Run a nozzle check as described on page 16. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you may need to 20 sheets of photo paper and 120 sheets of the paper inside the printer, turn the printer back on and carefully...described on ink (see page 18). ■ If you notice light or dark bands across your printer software (see page 11). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson papers (see page 5) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 18 for instructions on -screen User's Guide for instructions. ■ ...
... the printer cover. Print Quality Problems If you have any torn pieces. Run a nozzle check as described on page 16. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you may need to 20 sheets of photo paper and 120 sheets of the paper inside the printer, turn the printer back on and carefully...described on ink (see page 18). ■ If you notice light or dark bands across your printer software (see page 11). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson papers (see page 5) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 18 for instructions on -screen User's Guide for instructions. ■ ...
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... common problems. You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at epson.com/support and select your product for solutions to a Support Representative Before you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson Stylus Photo R280...
... common problems. You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at epson.com/support and select your product for solutions to a Support Representative Before you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson Stylus Photo R280...
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...peripheral devices added to and from such use ; What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your printer to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. If Epson authorizes an exchange for securely packaging the defective unit ... color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of your original product covered by Epson. This warranty does not cover damage to you to determine whether the printer requires service. If your printer is not considered normal use will ship a replacement printer to the Epson ...
...peripheral devices added to and from such use ; What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your printer to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. If Epson authorizes an exchange for securely packaging the defective unit ... color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of your original product covered by Epson. This warranty does not cover damage to you to determine whether the printer requires service. If your printer is not considered normal use will ship a replacement printer to the Epson ...
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...shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, or service other rights which vary from jurisdiction to : Epson America, Inc., P.O. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED ...allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may have other than by an Epson Authorized Servicer. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced, you will be held responsible for the costs incurred. ...
...shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, or service other rights which vary from jurisdiction to : Epson America, Inc., P.O. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED ...allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may have other than by an Epson Authorized Servicer. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced, you will be held responsible for the costs incurred. ...
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... parties for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any questions regarding copyright law. General Notice: Other product names used herein are service marks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any Epson product. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be trademarks of Epson America, Inc. Trademarks Epson and Epson Stylus are registered trademarks and...
... parties for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any questions regarding copyright law. General Notice: Other product names used herein are service marks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any Epson product. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be trademarks of Epson America, Inc. Trademarks Epson and Epson Stylus are registered trademarks and...
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...Epson Information Center Click the desktop shortcut for easy access to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM, Pacific Time, Saturday, or (905) 709-2567 (Canada), 6 AM to the R280...Avez-vous des questions? when you're using the printer. Guide de l'utilisateur électronique Cliquez sur l'ic...epson.ca et sélectionnez Français. Epson Technical Support Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support and select your product for using your software Select Help or ? Quick Guide Basic instructions for solutions to common problems...
...Epson Information Center Click the desktop shortcut for easy access to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM, Pacific Time, Saturday, or (905) 709-2567 (Canada), 6 AM to the R280...Avez-vous des questions? when you're using the printer. Guide de l'utilisateur électronique Cliquez sur l'ic...epson.ca et sélectionnez Français. Epson Technical Support Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support and select your product for using your software Select Help or ? Quick Guide Basic instructions for solutions to common problems...