Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Epson, Exceed Your Vision, MicroPiezo, AcuPhoto Halftoning, Claria, Epson UltraChrome K3, Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss, and PictureMate are for the job. Specifications subject to create printed "dots" in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to primarily print photos with Epson printers and genuine Epson inks so when all...
... fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Epson, Exceed Your Vision, MicroPiezo, AcuPhoto Halftoning, Claria, Epson UltraChrome K3, Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss, and PictureMate are for the job. Specifications subject to create printed "dots" in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to primarily print photos with Epson printers and genuine Epson inks so when all...
Printer Basics
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...Photos 38 Windows 39 Macintosh OS X 40 Macintosh OS 9 41 Printing on CDs or DVDs 41 Cleaning the Roller 42 Inserting a CD or DVD 42 Printing Your Design 45 Adjusting the Print Position 45 Adjusting the Print Density 48 Maintaining Your Printer 49 Cleaning the Print Head 50 Replacing an Ink Cartridge... 51 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 52 Aligning the Print Head 55 Cleaning the...
...Photos 38 Windows 39 Macintosh OS X 40 Macintosh OS 9 41 Printing on CDs or DVDs 41 Cleaning the Roller 42 Inserting a CD or DVD 42 Printing Your Design 45 Adjusting the Print Position 45 Adjusting the Print Density 48 Maintaining Your Printer 49 Cleaning the Print Head 50 Replacing an Ink Cartridge... 51 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 52 Aligning the Print Head 55 Cleaning the...
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... Paper Feeding CD/DVD Printing Problems Miscellaneous Printout Problems Uninstalling Printer Software Windows Macintosh OS X Macintosh OS 9 Where To Get Help Notices Windows System Requirements Macintosh System Requirements Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions Energy Star Compliance FCC Compliance Statement Declaration of Conformity Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Index 59 59 60 62...
... Paper Feeding CD/DVD Printing Problems Miscellaneous Printout Problems Uninstalling Printer Software Windows Macintosh OS X Macintosh OS 9 Where To Get Help Notices Windows System Requirements Macintosh System Requirements Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions Energy Star Compliance FCC Compliance Statement Declaration of Conformity Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Index 59 59 60 62...
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...from the Epson Printer Utility (Macintosh). The steps in this chapter must be performed with the printer in Basic mode, press the Basic/Advanced button to keep your printer working its best and preparation steps for : ■ "Cleaning the Print Head" on page 50 ■ "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on page... 51 ■ "Aligning the Print Head" on page 55 ■ "Cleaning the Printer" on page 56 ■ "Transporting the Printer" on page 57 Note: You can also maintain your printer from the Maintenance tab on your on-screen Reference...
...from the Epson Printer Utility (Macintosh). The steps in this chapter must be performed with the printer in Basic mode, press the Basic/Advanced button to keep your printer working its best and preparation steps for : ■ "Cleaning the Print Head" on page 50 ■ "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on page... 51 ■ "Aligning the Print Head" on page 55 ■ "Cleaning the Printer" on page 56 ■ "Transporting the Printer" on page 57 Note: You can also maintain your printer from the Maintenance tab on your on-screen Reference...
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... interrupt the cleaning process. 5. Examine the nozzle check pattern you may need to replace an ink cartridge; Press or to clean the print head from the printer's control panel: 1. Caution: When you 're done. see page 51 for details. Each staggered horizontal and straight vertical line should be...press OK. 4. Make sure letter-size plain paper is flashing or on, you printed. To clean it using your printer software. You can deliver ink properly. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the red b error light is done, run a nozzle check to clean the...
... interrupt the cleaning process. 5. Examine the nozzle check pattern you may need to replace an ink cartridge; Press or to clean the print head from the printer's control panel: 1. Caution: When you 're done. see page 51 for details. Each staggered horizontal and straight vertical line should be...press OK. 4. Make sure letter-size plain paper is flashing or on, you printed. To clean it using your printer software. You can deliver ink properly. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the red b error light is done, run a nozzle check to clean the...
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... results, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. Ink cartridge levels The level of ink remaining. This is empty, the red b error light remains on and you see any improvement after cleaning and aligning the print head, you can also turn the printer off . Other products may dry out. Replacing an Ink Cartridge 51 Caution: You...
... results, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. Ink cartridge levels The level of ink remaining. This is empty, the red b error light remains on and you see any improvement after cleaning and aligning the print head, you can also turn the printer off . Other products may dry out. Replacing an Ink Cartridge 51 Caution: You...
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... to continue. You see a message on and not printing, then open the printer cover. 2. Once you start the ink cartridge replacement procedure, you need new ink cartridges, contact your dealer or call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. In Canada, please call the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766, or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. The print...
... to continue. You see a message on and not printing, then open the printer cover. 2. Once you start the ink cartridge replacement procedure, you need new ink cartridges, contact your dealer or call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. In Canada, please call the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766, or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. The print...
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If ink gets on the back of the cartridge and lift the cartridge out of the printer. Don't touch the green part Replacing an Ink Cartridge 53 If ink gets in the tab on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. 6. Caution: Don't touch the green circuit board or remove any labels. Dispose of children and do not drink the ink. Warning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of it carefully. Unwrap the new ink cartridge. 4. Open the cartridge cover. 5. Press in your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water.
If ink gets on the back of the cartridge and lift the cartridge out of the printer. Don't touch the green part Replacing an Ink Cartridge 53 If ink gets in the tab on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. 6. Caution: Don't touch the green circuit board or remove any labels. Dispose of children and do not drink the ink. Warning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of it carefully. Unwrap the new ink cartridge. 4. Open the cartridge cover. 5. Press in your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water.
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Then gently push the cartridge down until it clicks into the holder, with step 9. 9. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. 11. If you see a message that charging is complete (after about a minute), press OK. 54 Maintaining Your Printer Lower the cartridge into place. 8. Press OK and close the printer cover. When you need to replace another ink cartridge, repeat steps 5 through 7 before continuing with the green circuit board facing the front. Close the ink cartridge cover. 10. 7.
Then gently push the cartridge down until it clicks into the holder, with step 9. 9. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. 11. If you see a message that charging is complete (after about a minute), press OK. 54 Maintaining Your Printer Lower the cartridge into place. 8. Press OK and close the printer cover. When you need to replace another ink cartridge, repeat steps 5 through 7 before continuing with the green circuit board facing the front. Close the ink cartridge cover. 10. 7.
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... with tape as you transport it for transportation in print quality, clean the print head (see page 55). Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with them. Then disconnect the printer cable from the printer, push down the paper support extension, and close the output tray. 7. Remove any memory cards from the electrical outlet...
... with tape as you transport it for transportation in print quality, clean the print head (see page 55). Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with them. Then disconnect the printer cable from the printer, push down the paper support extension, and close the output tray. 7. Remove any memory cards from the electrical outlet...
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...T0485 Light Magenta: T0486 The genuine Epson ink cartridges listed above are recommended for replacement. Multi-page feed error Multiple pages have been fed into the printer at the end of their service life. Solution Replace the ink cartridges shown with new ones. Service ... T0486 The genuine Epson ink cartridges listed above are at once, or the wrong paper size has been fed into the printer. Paper load error. A paper jam has occurred. Ink cartridges cannot be recognized. Contact your printer are recommended for details. The printer resumes printing. Load ...
...T0485 Light Magenta: T0486 The genuine Epson ink cartridges listed above are recommended for replacement. Multi-page feed error Multiple pages have been fed into the printer at the end of their service life. Solution Replace the ink cartridges shown with new ones. Service ... T0486 The genuine Epson ink cartridges listed above are at once, or the wrong paper size has been fed into the printer. Paper load error. A paper jam has occurred. Ink cartridges cannot be recognized. Contact your printer are recommended for details. The printer resumes printing. Load ...
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Reload the CD/DVD tray, then press the ( Maintenance button (see page 13). Ink icon blinks The printer is compatible with computer. Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter error. Turn the printer off the printer. Reload the tray, then press the maintenance button. Use a compatible, formatted memory card (see page 42). Simultaneously press and hold the Power and... Solution Close the CD/DVD guide. Close the CD/DVD guide, then press the ( Maintenance button. If the CD/DVD tray is completed. Obtain a replacement ink cartridge (see page 14).
Reload the CD/DVD tray, then press the ( Maintenance button (see page 13). Ink icon blinks The printer is compatible with computer. Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter error. Turn the printer off the printer. Reload the tray, then press the maintenance button. Use a compatible, formatted memory card (see page 42). Simultaneously press and hold the Power and... Solution Close the CD/DVD guide. Close the CD/DVD guide, then press the ( Maintenance button. If the CD/DVD tray is completed. Obtain a replacement ink cartridge (see page 14).
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... printer icon (SP R320 Series) doesn't appear in the Format for instructions. ■ With Windows 2000, if you see an error message or your system. Do not connect your Windows help system for about two minutes. Setup or Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you install ink cartridges...
... printer icon (SP R320 Series) doesn't appear in the Format for instructions. ■ With Windows 2000, if you see an error message or your system. Do not connect your Windows help system for about two minutes. Setup or Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you install ink cartridges...
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To replace an ink cartridge, see page 32. ■ Run the Print Head Alignment utility; Your printout is blurry or smeared. ■ Use Epson papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine Epson inks. ■ Make sure you load paper with the printable side face up ). If it in...then select Thick paper and envelopes. Mac OS X: From the Print window, choose Extension Settings in the Printing Properties or Preferences window, click Printer and Option Information, then select Thick paper and envelopes. If you 're printing on transparencies. ■ If the options above don't ...
To replace an ink cartridge, see page 32. ■ Run the Print Head Alignment utility; Your printout is blurry or smeared. ■ Use Epson papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine Epson inks. ■ Make sure you load paper with the printable side face up ). If it in...then select Thick paper and envelopes. Mac OS X: From the Print window, choose Extension Settings in the Printing Properties or Preferences window, click Printer and Option Information, then select Thick paper and envelopes. If you 're printing on transparencies. ■ If the options above don't ...
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...your on -screen colors. You see your on ink. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 22 for information about accessing Advanced settings. ■ Your printed colors can use your software is set for color images or black-and-white photos. However, you are set to Color for color printing. ■...9632; Try turning off PhotoEnhance. see if the colors look right. ■ If you can never exactly match your printer's control panel settings to see page 50 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need cleaning; see the on ink. If it is faint or has gaps in ...
...your on -screen colors. You see your on ink. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 22 for information about accessing Advanced settings. ■ Your printed colors can use your software is set for color images or black-and-white photos. However, you are set to Color for color printing. ■...9632; Try turning off PhotoEnhance. see if the colors look right. ■ If you can never exactly match your printer's control panel settings to see page 50 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need cleaning; see the on ink. If it is faint or has gaps in ...
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...the Internet, you can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from the Epson Store at http://support.epson.com. Before you must have the following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson Stylus Photo R320) ■ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ■ Proof of purchase..., Monday through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM, Saturday. ■ Canada: (905) 709-2567, 6 AM to quickly select the Epson Stylus Photo R320 in SoundAdvice. Where To Get Help 73 sales only). To use these services, you call, please have a touch tone telephone and call (...
...the Internet, you can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from the Epson Store at http://support.epson.com. Before you must have the following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson Stylus Photo R320) ■ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ■ Proof of purchase..., Monday through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM, Saturday. ■ Canada: (905) 709-2567, 6 AM to quickly select the Epson Stylus Photo R320 in SoundAdvice. Where To Get Help 73 sales only). To use these services, you call, please have a touch tone telephone and call (...
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...is damaged; Note that the cartridge touches. This may be ink remaining around the ink supply port. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding area. ■ Before transporting the printer, make sure it . ■ Do not shake an ink cartridge; if the printer does not operate normally or...immediately with soap and water. this can result in place. Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer case to warm up the ink cartridges within six months of the cartridge. if liquid has entered the printer; For best results, use up at room temperature for a long time ...
...is damaged; Note that the cartridge touches. This may be ink remaining around the ink supply port. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding area. ■ Before transporting the printer, make sure it . ■ Do not shake an ink cartridge; if the printer does not operate normally or...immediately with soap and water. this can result in place. Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer case to warm up the ink cartridges within six months of the cartridge. if liquid has entered the printer; For best results, use up at room temperature for a long time ...
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... (905) 709-2567 (Canada) for the Epson printer. Epson is not transferable. Epson also warrants that the consumable ink cartridges enclosed with non-Epson products, or service other locations will ship a replacement printer to the Epson standard of quality, and, at Epson's option, may expire before the expiration of like..., you use in the event that the Epson printer covered by an Epson Authorized Servicer. Exchange products and parts assume the remaining warranty period of original purchase. This warranty does not cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of...
... (905) 709-2567 (Canada) for the Epson printer. Epson is not transferable. Epson also warrants that the consumable ink cartridges enclosed with non-Epson products, or service other locations will ship a replacement printer to the Epson standard of quality, and, at Epson's option, may expire before the expiration of like..., you use in the event that the Epson printer covered by an Epson Authorized Servicer. Exchange products and parts assume the remaining warranty period of original purchase. This warranty does not cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of...
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...photos to, 16 F Faint images, 67 FCC, 78 Flip Horizontal setting, 69 Full bleed printing, 38 to 41 G Glossy papers, 19, 22, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41 Grainy prints, 66 H Head Cleaning utility, 50 to 51 Help, Epson, 73 High Speed setting, 65 I Incorrect characters, 70 colors, 67 margins, 69 Ink cartridge level of ink...panel messages, 60 to 61 safety, 77 Luster Photo Paper, 37, 38 M Macintosh automatic mode, 33, 35 background printing, 36 basic printing, 32 to 34 cancelling printing, 34, 36 system requirements, 75 uninstalling software, 71 to 72 Maintaining printer, 49 to 56 Marginless printing, 38 to 41...
...photos to, 16 F Faint images, 67 FCC, 78 Flip Horizontal setting, 69 Full bleed printing, 38 to 41 G Glossy papers, 19, 22, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41 Grainy prints, 66 H Head Cleaning utility, 50 to 51 Help, Epson, 73 High Speed setting, 65 I Incorrect characters, 70 colors, 67 margins, 69 Ink cartridge level of ink...panel messages, 60 to 61 safety, 77 Luster Photo Paper, 37, 38 M Macintosh automatic mode, 33, 35 background printing, 36 basic printing, 32 to 34 cancelling printing, 34, 36 system requirements, 75 uninstalling software, 71 to 72 Maintaining printer, 49 to 56 Marginless printing, 38 to 41...
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... to get the same photo quality results that have earned Epson's printers all photographic applications and available in a variety of Epson papers and ink cartridges, and ordering information. Perfect for color photo keepsakes of Epson's papers: Premium Glossy Photo Paper Water-resistant, photographic-weight paper with a matte finish. Epson Ink Jet Papers Use Epson paper and inks to work with genuine Epson inks. Epson papers are details...
... to get the same photo quality results that have earned Epson's printers all photographic applications and available in a variety of Epson papers and ink cartridges, and ordering information. Perfect for color photo keepsakes of Epson's papers: Premium Glossy Photo Paper Water-resistant, photographic-weight paper with a matte finish. Epson Ink Jet Papers Use Epson paper and inks to work with genuine Epson inks. Epson papers are details...