Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... efficient pattern for optional cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Specifications subject to primarily print photos with Epson papers. Other product names used with stellar image quality and durability, or is an amateur photographer looking to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. Epson Papers: In general, Epson printers will deliver their best output...
... efficient pattern for optional cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Specifications subject to primarily print photos with Epson papers. Other product names used with stellar image quality and durability, or is an amateur photographer looking to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. Epson Papers: In general, Epson printers will deliver their best output...
Printer Basics
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... Printing in Windows 29 Selecting Default Settings 31 Basic Printing in Mac OS X 31 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 34 Printing Borderless Photos 35 Windows 36 Mac OS X 37 Printing on CDs or DVDs 38 Cleaning the Roller 38 Inserting a CD or DVD 39 ...Adjusting the Print Position 41 Adjusting the Print Density 43 Maintaining Your Printer 45 Cleaning the Print Head 45 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 47 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 48 Aligning the Print Head 50 Cleaning the Printer 50 Transporting the Printer 51 Adjusting the LCD Brightness 52 4 Contents
... Printing in Windows 29 Selecting Default Settings 31 Basic Printing in Mac OS X 31 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 34 Printing Borderless Photos 35 Windows 36 Mac OS X 37 Printing on CDs or DVDs 38 Cleaning the Roller 38 Inserting a CD or DVD 39 ...Adjusting the Print Position 41 Adjusting the Print Density 43 Maintaining Your Printer 45 Cleaning the Print Head 45 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 47 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 48 Aligning the Print Head 50 Cleaning the Printer 50 Transporting the Printer 51 Adjusting the LCD Brightness 52 4 Contents
Printer Basics
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... Installation Problems Printer Problems Print Quality Problems Problems With Paper Feeding CD/DVD Printing Problems Miscellaneous Printout Problems Uninstalling Printer Software Windows Mac OS X 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...
... Installation Problems Printer Problems Print Quality Problems Problems With Paper Feeding CD/DVD Printing Problems Miscellaneous Printout Problems Uninstalling Printer Software Windows Mac OS X 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...
Printer Basics
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...light or faint, or dots or lines are missing from the Epson Printer Utility (Macintosh). Follow these steps to clean the print head from the printer's control panel or using the printer software, the printer must be connected directly to your printer for a long time, the print quality can decline, so... here for: ■ "Cleaning the Print Head" below ■ "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on page 47 ■ "Aligning the Print Head" on page 50 ■ "Cleaning the Printer" on page 50 ■ "Transporting the Printer" on page 51 ■ "Adjusting the LCD Brightness" on page 52 Note: You can...
...light or faint, or dots or lines are missing from the Epson Printer Utility (Macintosh). Follow these steps to clean the print head from the printer's control panel or using the printer software, the printer must be connected directly to your printer for a long time, the print quality can decline, so... here for: ■ "Cleaning the Print Head" below ■ "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on page 47 ■ "Aligning the Print Head" on page 50 ■ "Cleaning the Printer" on page 50 ■ "Transporting the Printer" on page 51 ■ "Adjusting the LCD Brightness" on page 52 Note: You can...
Printer Basics
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.... 3. Other products may dry out. When an installed cartridge is empty. sales only). In Canada, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). If the quality doesn't improve after cleaning and aligning the print head, you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the printer until you see a caution symbol. Press d to...
.... 3. Other products may dry out. When an installed cartridge is empty. sales only). In Canada, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). If the quality doesn't improve after cleaning and aligning the print head, you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the printer until you see a caution symbol. Press d to...
Printer Basics
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... press OK. If ink gets on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. 48 Maintaining Your Printer Press in the tab on and not printing, then open the printer cover. 2. Open the cartridge cover. 4. Dispose of children and do not drink the ink. Press OK again. If ink gets... in one session. 1. Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you must complete all the steps...
... press OK. If ink gets on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. 48 Maintaining Your Printer Press in the tab on and not printing, then open the printer cover. 2. Open the cartridge cover. 4. Dispose of children and do not drink the ink. Press OK again. If ink gets... in one session. 1. Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you must complete all the steps...
Printer Basics
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... until it clicks into the holder, with step 8. 8. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. 10. Replacing an Ink Cartridge 49 Unwrap the new ink cartridge. Lower the cartridge into place. 7. Press OK and close the printer cover. 5. If you see a message that charging is complete (after about a minute), press OK. Caution: Don't touch...
... until it clicks into the holder, with step 8. 8. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. 10. Replacing an Ink Cartridge 49 Unwrap the new ink cartridge. Lower the cartridge into place. 7. Press OK and close the printer cover. 5. If you see a message that charging is complete (after about a minute), press OK. Caution: Don't touch...
Printer Basics
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... in the far right position, then turn off the printer. 2. Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. 1. Clean here Caution: Be careful not to wipe away lubricating grease inside the printer. 4. Never use liquid or chemical cleaners on the printer, wait until the print head locks in the...
... in the far right position, then turn off the printer. 2. Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. 1. Clean here Caution: Be careful not to wipe away lubricating grease inside the printer. 4. Never use liquid or chemical cleaners on the printer, wait until the print head locks in the...
Printer Basics
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.... 1. Press the u and d buttons to the printer with them. Secure the ink cartridge holder to adjust the display, using the protective materials that came with tape as shown, then close the output tray. 7. See your printer. Adjusting the LCD Brightness You can adjust the LCD ... where your printer is misaligned, align the print head (see page 45); Keep the printer level as a guide. 4. Open the printer cover. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and test your Start Here sheet. Tape the ink cartridge holder to highlight Photo Viewer Adjustment ...
.... 1. Press the u and d buttons to the printer with them. Secure the ink cartridge holder to adjust the display, using the protective materials that came with tape as shown, then close the output tray. 7. See your printer. Adjusting the LCD Brightness You can adjust the LCD ... where your printer is misaligned, align the print head (see page 45); Keep the printer level as a guide. 4. Open the printer cover. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and test your Start Here sheet. Tape the ink cartridge holder to highlight Photo Viewer Adjustment ...
Printer Basics
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... button. Black: T048120 Cyan: T048220 Magenta: T048320 Yellow: T048420 Light Cyan: T048520 Light Magenta: T048620 The genuine Epson ink cartridges listed above are recommended for replacement. Load paper and press the Start button. Parts inside your printer's documentation for replacement. Reload paper in the sheet feeder (see page 9) and press the x Start button...
... button. Black: T048120 Cyan: T048220 Magenta: T048320 Yellow: T048420 Light Cyan: T048520 Light Magenta: T048620 The genuine Epson ink cartridges listed above are recommended for replacement. Load paper and press the Start button. Parts inside your printer's documentation for replacement. Reload paper in the sheet feeder (see page 9) and press the x Start button...
Printer Basics
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... You may need enough ink to perform print head cleaning. The printer prints the nozzle check pattern. Use a compatible, formatted memory card (see page 11) or a compatible storage device (see page 11). Replace the ink cartridge that letter size paper is loaded in the sheet feeder, the CD/DVD tray is... not inserted in the printer, and the CD/DVD guide is up. 3. Message Solution Make sure the memory card or ...
... You may need enough ink to perform print head cleaning. The printer prints the nozzle check pattern. Use a compatible, formatted memory card (see page 11) or a compatible storage device (see page 11). Replace the ink cartridge that letter size paper is loaded in the sheet feeder, the CD/DVD tray is... not inserted in the printer, and the CD/DVD guide is up. 3. Message Solution Make sure the memory card or ...
Printer Basics
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... settings, the application settings, the interface cable (be sure to use excess ink the next time you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its print head for instructions. 56 Problem Solving Wait until you may charge improperly and use a shielded cable), or the computer itself is... is fine. If there are instructed to clear the error. Setup or Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you turn it on to connect it doesn't print at all, there is missing, this could mean a clogged ink nozzle....
... settings, the application settings, the interface cable (be sure to use excess ink the next time you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its print head for instructions. 56 Problem Solving Wait until you may charge improperly and use a shielded cable), or the computer itself is... is fine. If there are instructed to clear the error. Setup or Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you turn it on to connect it doesn't print at all, there is missing, this could mean a clogged ink nozzle....
Printer Basics
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... printable side is usually the whiter or brighter side of the paper. ■ The ink cartridges may need to ensure proper saturation and absorption of the paper. ■ Make sure your ...paper meets the specifications listed in the Printing Properties or Preferences window, click Printer and Option Information, then select Thick paper and envelopes. If it's damp or curled, reload ... . see page 50 for instructions. Your printout is usually the whiter or brighter side of genuine Epson inks. ■ Make sure you load paper with the printable side face up menu, then select...
... printable side is usually the whiter or brighter side of the paper. ■ The ink cartridges may need to ensure proper saturation and absorption of the paper. ■ Make sure your ...paper meets the specifications listed in the Printing Properties or Preferences window, click Printer and Option Information, then select Thick paper and envelopes. If it's damp or curled, reload ... . see page 50 for instructions. Your printout is usually the whiter or brighter side of genuine Epson inks. ■ Make sure you load paper with the printable side face up menu, then select...
Printer Basics
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.... If you can never exactly match your printer's color management features. see page 34 for information about accessing Advanced settings. ■ Your printed colors can use your on-screen colors. However, you 're printing from Windows, see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure the Ink setting...ink cartridges may need cleaning; Also check if you 're printing from a computer, make sure the paper Type or Media Type setting matches the paper you 're printing without a computer, make sure your software documentation. see page 45 for color images or black-and-white photos. Your...
.... If you can never exactly match your printer's color management features. see page 34 for information about accessing Advanced settings. ■ Your printed colors can use your on-screen colors. However, you 're printing from Windows, see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure the Ink setting...ink cartridges may need cleaning; Also check if you 're printing from a computer, make sure the paper Type or Media Type setting matches the paper you 're printing without a computer, make sure your software documentation. see page 45 for color images or black-and-white photos. Your...
Printer Basics
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...does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Don't switch off the power strip or unplug the printer until the printer is off. ■ Do not block or cover the openings in the printer's case or insert objects through the slots. ■ Except as photocopiers or air control systems that... Safety Instructions Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. ■ Keep your printer and computer system away from the cartridges. ■ Turn off and...
...does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Don't switch off the power strip or unplug the printer until the printer is off. ■ Do not block or cover the openings in the printer's case or insert objects through the slots. ■ Except as photocopiers or air control systems that... Safety Instructions Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. ■ Keep your printer and computer system away from the cartridges. ■ Turn off and...
Printer Basics
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... immediately. ■ Do not put your eyes, flush them immediately with water. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions ■ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of the cartridge. Important Safety Instructions 69 if the printer has been dropped or the case damaged; This may affect normal operation and printing. ...9632; If you handle used ink cartridges; Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer case to prevent the ink from staining items that are covered by hand. This could damage the print head. ...
... immediately. ■ Do not put your eyes, flush them immediately with water. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions ■ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of the cartridge. Important Safety Instructions 69 if the printer has been dropped or the case damaged; This may affect normal operation and printing. ...9632; If you handle used ink cartridges; Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer case to prevent the ink from staining items that are covered by hand. This could damage the print head. ...
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...of the covered printer. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to you, freight prepaid, so long as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, or ...of your Epson printer prove defective during the warranty period, please call the Epson ConnectionSM at (562) 276-7296 (U.S.) or (905) 709-2567 (Canada) for reprinting. damage, maintenance or service from the Epson authorized service center. This warranty does not cover any color change or...
...of the covered printer. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to you, freight prepaid, so long as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, or ...of your Epson printer prove defective during the warranty period, please call the Epson ConnectionSM at (562) 276-7296 (U.S.) or (905) 709-2567 (Canada) for reprinting. damage, maintenance or service from the Epson authorized service center. This warranty does not cover any color change or...
Product Brochure
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..., executive, user definable (3.5" to change without notice. The printer ships with ink cartridges) Connectivity Hi-Speed USB 2.0 for more cartridge information. Epson disclaims any and all rights in the U.S. INK JET PRINTER EPSON® STYLUS® PHOTO R340 SPECIFICATIONS Printing Technology 6-color (CcMmYK) advanced Micro Piezo® optimized for priming the printer. borderless photo sizes 4" x 6," 5" x 7," 8" x 10," 8.5" x 11" Paper Types Supports plain paper...
..., executive, user definable (3.5" to change without notice. The printer ships with ink cartridges) Connectivity Hi-Speed USB 2.0 for more cartridge information. Epson disclaims any and all rights in the U.S. INK JET PRINTER EPSON® STYLUS® PHOTO R340 SPECIFICATIONS Printing Technology 6-color (CcMmYK) advanced Micro Piezo® optimized for priming the printer. borderless photo sizes 4" x 6," 5" x 7," 8" x 10," 8.5" x 11" Paper Types Supports plain paper...
Product Information Guide
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... Epson Iron-On Transfer Paper Epson Glossy Photo Greeting Cards Epson Photo Stickers Epson Semigloss Scrapbook Photo Paper PremierArt™ Matte Scrapbook Photo Paper for information about paper settings. Epson Stylus Photo R340 Accessories Ink Cartridges Cartridge Black Magenta Cyan Yellow Light Magenta Light Cyan Color Multipack Part number T048120 T048320 T048220 T048420 T048620 T048520 T048920 Epson Papers When printing from your computer using the Epson® printer...
... Epson Iron-On Transfer Paper Epson Glossy Photo Greeting Cards Epson Photo Stickers Epson Semigloss Scrapbook Photo Paper PremierArt™ Matte Scrapbook Photo Paper for information about paper settings. Epson Stylus Photo R340 Accessories Ink Cartridges Cartridge Black Magenta Cyan Yellow Light Magenta Light Cyan Color Multipack Part number T048120 T048320 T048220 T048420 T048620 T048520 T048920 Epson Papers When printing from your computer using the Epson® printer...
Product Information Guide
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... Color(s) Cartridge life Storage temperature Freezing temperature* Dimensions Black ink cartridge Color ink cartridge Black Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Magenta 2 years from your printer and will report that it is usable after opening package, at 77 °F [25 °C]) −4 to 104 °F (−20 to 40 °C) 1 month at 77 °F (25 °C). Epson Stylus Photo R340...
... Color(s) Cartridge life Storage temperature Freezing temperature* Dimensions Black ink cartridge Color ink cartridge Black Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Magenta 2 years from your printer and will report that it is usable after opening package, at 77 °F [25 °C]) −4 to 104 °F (−20 to 40 °C) 1 month at 77 °F (25 °C). Epson Stylus Photo R340...