Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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This combination of core technologies used in Epson ink jet printers work together to produce brilliant Photo Quality color, sharp text, and incredible print speeds Small Ink Droplet Size Small ink droplets produce smoother gradations and greater tonal control Epson Inks Epson innovates ink solutions tailored to produce greater detail in photos and sharper text and line art High Quality Halftoning Generates fast...
This combination of core technologies used in Epson ink jet printers work together to produce brilliant Photo Quality color, sharp text, and incredible print speeds Small Ink Droplet Size Small ink droplets produce smoother gradations and greater tonal control Epson Inks Epson innovates ink solutions tailored to produce greater detail in photos and sharper text and line art High Quality Halftoning Generates fast...
Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... in the lightest areas of Print Resolution and Small, Variable-Size Ink Droplets 3. Also, Epson's variable ink droplet sizes and high resolutions combine to improve color ranges and accuracy because Epson printers can be used in photos and laser sharp text. Small ink droplet size: Most Epson printers produce ink droplets so small you cannot see them with satellites and misting...
... in the lightest areas of Print Resolution and Small, Variable-Size Ink Droplets 3. Also, Epson's variable ink droplet sizes and high resolutions combine to improve color ranges and accuracy because Epson printers can be used in photos and laser sharp text. Small ink droplet size: Most Epson printers produce ink droplets so small you cannot see them with satellites and misting...
Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... occasional photo, is a professional photographer staking his reputation on the same page. Specifications subject to create printed "dots" in those marks. Additionally, unlike competitive printers tht require special or optional inks, with Epson printers and genuine Epson inks so when all rights in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to receive Epson inks. Epson Printer + Epson Ink + Epson...
... occasional photo, is a professional photographer staking his reputation on the same page. Specifications subject to create printed "dots" in those marks. Additionally, unlike competitive printers tht require special or optional inks, with Epson printers and genuine Epson inks so when all rights in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to receive Epson inks. Epson Printer + Epson Ink + Epson...
Printer Basics
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Maintaining Your Printer 48 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 48 Cleaning the Print Head 49 Aligning the Print Head 50 Replacing Ink Cartridges 51 Solving Problems 57 LCD Screen Messages 57 Problems and Solutions 59 Where To Get Help 62 Notices 63 Index 69 4
Maintaining Your Printer 48 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 48 Cleaning the Print Head 49 Aligning the Print Head 50 Replacing Ink Cartridges 51 Solving Problems 57 LCD Screen Messages 57 Problems and Solutions 59 Where To Get Help 62 Notices 63 Index 69 4
Printer Basics
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make PictBridge® or Bluetooth® settings Stop printing; You also see the Mode lights flash back and forth. restore defaults; adjust CD/DVD print position; cancel settings To save energy, the screen goes dark after the printer has been idle for a while. maintain the printer; Press any button to 16 photos; Using the Printer's Control Panel View and print photos and videos on CD/DVDs Check ink status; crop or zoom a photo Print on card Display 1 to reactivate the printer. 6 Introduction backup photos;
make PictBridge® or Bluetooth® settings Stop printing; You also see the Mode lights flash back and forth. restore defaults; adjust CD/DVD print position; cancel settings To save energy, the screen goes dark after the printer has been idle for a while. maintain the printer; Press any button to 16 photos; Using the Printer's Control Panel View and print photos and videos on CD/DVDs Check ink status; crop or zoom a photo Print on card Display 1 to reactivate the printer. 6 Introduction backup photos;
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... and ordering information. 1. Loading Paper 7 See page 10 for a list of Epson's special ink jet papers designed for your job. For example, photos look great printed on Epson® Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy. Open the paper support, then pull up the extension. 2. Loading Paper The type of paper you choose affects the way your... a rough draft, plain paper is fine. Open the front cover and slide out the front tray extensions. If you select the correct paper for your printer.
... and ordering information. 1. Loading Paper 7 See page 10 for a list of Epson's special ink jet papers designed for your job. For example, photos look great printed on Epson® Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy. Open the paper support, then pull up the extension. 2. Loading Paper The type of paper you choose affects the way your... a rough draft, plain paper is fine. Open the front cover and slide out the front tray extensions. If you select the correct paper for your printer.
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... use Epson papers. Using Special Papers 11 Paper name* Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper Epson Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper... S041106 S041405 Storing and Displaying Your Prints With proper care, photographs from your Epson Stylus Photo R380 will minimize color changes and lengthen display life: ■ Frame prints under glass or a ...9632; Always keep your printer provide the ultimate combination of paper types and sizes varies by location.
... use Epson papers. Using Special Papers 11 Paper name* Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper Epson Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper... S041106 S041405 Storing and Displaying Your Prints With proper care, photographs from your Epson Stylus Photo R380 will minimize color changes and lengthen display life: ■ Frame prints under glass or a ...9632; Always keep your printer provide the ultimate combination of paper types and sizes varies by location.
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... to measure the inner and Outer outer dimensions as shown: See page 35 for printing. You can also use the Epson Print CD software that lets you print your photos directly on ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs-without a computer, and on both standard CDs and 8-cm mini CDs with your computer. ...You can print directly on standard-size 12-cm CDs without using Epson Print CD on your computer, see your on-screen User's Guide. Printing on CDs and DVDs Your printer...
... to measure the inner and Outer outer dimensions as shown: See page 35 for printing. You can also use the Epson Print CD software that lets you print your photos directly on ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs-without a computer, and on both standard CDs and 8-cm mini CDs with your computer. ...You can print directly on standard-size 12-cm CDs without using Epson Print CD on your computer, see your on-screen User's Guide. Printing on CDs and DVDs Your printer...
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... dirt or scratches on the surface may cause errors when you may damage the printer or tray. 1. Only insert a CD or DVD when the printer is turned on the printer and open the front cover. Caution: Do not move the tray lever when ...the printer is operating, and do not touch the tray when pushing down the lever to raise the tray ...DVD position. Inserting a CD or DVD Make sure the data, music, or video is burned on your ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs before you plan to print large numbers of CDs or DVDs, it is satisfactory. If you ...
... dirt or scratches on the surface may cause errors when you may damage the printer or tray. 1. Only insert a CD or DVD when the printer is turned on the printer and open the front cover. Caution: Do not move the tray lever when ...the printer is operating, and do not touch the tray when pushing down the lever to raise the tray ...DVD position. Inserting a CD or DVD Make sure the data, music, or video is burned on your ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs before you plan to print large numbers of CDs or DVDs, it is satisfactory. If you ...
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... so you are finished printing, remove the CD/DVD tray from moisture and direct sunlight. To allow the ink to adjust the dimensions once for a batch of CDs or DVDs. Note: The printer remembers this setting even after it in any direction. To return the output tray to the Setup menu. ...Keep printed discs away from the printer. Printing Memory Card Photos on your CD or DVD. Note: After you may need to display the position screen. 4. Then press OK. 5. Adjusting the Print Position If ...
... so you are finished printing, remove the CD/DVD tray from moisture and direct sunlight. To allow the ink to adjust the dimensions once for a batch of CDs or DVDs. Note: The printer remembers this setting even after it in any direction. To return the output tray to the Setup menu. ...Keep printed discs away from the printer. Printing Memory Card Photos on your CD or DVD. Note: After you may need to display the position screen. 4. Then press OK. 5. Adjusting the Print Position If ...
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... prints: Print head does not need to replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head; see page 51 to check ink levels, or see below to check the print head nozzles. 1. Press the Setup button. 4. Make sure the printer is turned on page 51 Checking the Print Head Nozzles... If your ink is expended, follow the instructions in the print head may be cleaned: 48 Maintaining Your Printer Make sure Nozzle Check is low, you notice a decline in print...
... prints: Print head does not need to replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head; see page 51 to check ink levels, or see below to check the print head nozzles. 1. Press the Setup button. 4. Make sure the printer is turned on page 51 Checking the Print Head Nozzles... If your ink is expended, follow the instructions in the print head may be cleaned: 48 Maintaining Your Printer Make sure Nozzle Check is low, you notice a decline in print...
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...your printouts are no gaps in progress, or you need to replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head; Note: Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it . 7. Press l or r to select Head Cleaning, then press OK. 6. The printer runs a head cleaning cycle and a message appears on page 48. Note:...the nozzles with software when connected to the Maintenance menu. see page 51 to check ink levels, or see page 53 to begin cleaning the print head. When cleaning finishes, press the x Start button. The printer prints a test pattern like the one on the LCD screen. Press OK to ...
...your printouts are no gaps in progress, or you need to replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head; Note: Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it . 7. Press l or r to select Head Cleaning, then press OK. 6. The printer runs a head cleaning cycle and a message appears on page 48. Note:...the nozzles with software when connected to the Maintenance menu. see page 51 to check ink levels, or see page 53 to begin cleaning the print head. When cleaning finishes, press the x Start button. The printer prints a test pattern like the one on the LCD screen. Press OK to ...
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... blurry, or you may need to clean the print head again. Press l or r to select Head Alignment, then press OK. 6. You can also turn the printer off and wait at least once a month to print a few pages at least 6 hours or overnight. Tip: If you don't see page 57. Note: Make... the CD/DVD tray is a good idea to maintain good print quality. This lets any improvement after cleaning four or five times, see any dried ink soften. Make sure the printer is turned on the nozzle check pattern, you notice that vertical lines are printed. 50 Maintaining Your...
... blurry, or you may need to clean the print head again. Press l or r to select Head Alignment, then press OK. 6. You can also turn the printer off and wait at least once a month to print a few pages at least 6 hours or overnight. Tip: If you don't see page 57. Note: Make... the CD/DVD tray is a good idea to maintain good print quality. This lets any improvement after cleaning four or five times, see any dried ink soften. Make sure the printer is turned on the nozzle check pattern, you notice that vertical lines are printed. 50 Maintaining Your...
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...cartridges available at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Use these Epson ink cartridges within six months of cartridge sizes. (If you've installed a 78 black cartridge, you can purchase online at www.epson.com/highcapacity (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 52 Maintaining Your Printer Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light cyan Light magenta ... 78 (T078620) 77 (T077120) 77 (T077220) 77 (T077320) 77 (T077420) 77 (T077520) 77 (T077620) Note: You may use a 77 magenta cartridge, for each color in your printer. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
...cartridges available at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Use these Epson ink cartridges within six months of cartridge sizes. (If you've installed a 78 black cartridge, you can purchase online at www.epson.com/highcapacity (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 52 Maintaining Your Printer Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light cyan Light magenta ... 78 (T078620) 77 (T077120) 77 (T077220) 77 (T077320) 77 (T077420) 77 (T077520) 77 (T077620) Note: You may use a 77 magenta cartridge, for each color in your printer. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
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... in the paper (lower) position. 2. Cartridges are ready to select Change Ink Cartridge, then press OK. 3. To ensure good results, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. Make sure the printer is turned on, the CD tray is not inserted, and the front tray...position. Once you start replacing a cartridge, you are vacuum packed to your printer not covered by Epson's warranty. 1. Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in one session. Leave the expended cartridge installed until you must complete all...
... in the paper (lower) position. 2. Cartridges are ready to select Change Ink Cartridge, then press OK. 3. To ensure good results, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. Make sure the printer is turned on, the CD tray is not inserted, and the front tray...position. Once you start replacing a cartridge, you are vacuum packed to your printer not covered by Epson's warranty. 1. Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in one session. Leave the expended cartridge installed until you must complete all...
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... out. Do not touch the green chip on the side of the cartridge and lift it carefully. This can damage the ink cartridge. 54 Maintaining Your Printer If the cartridge is not installed promptly, the print head may dry out and be unable to refill it from the package...apart or try to print. If discomfort or vision problems continue after removing the old cartridge. Always install an ink cartridge immediately after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. 5. If ink gets into your hands, wash them immediately with soap and water. Squeeze the tab at the back of ...
... out. Do not touch the green chip on the side of the cartridge and lift it carefully. This can damage the ink cartridge. 54 Maintaining Your Printer If the cartridge is not installed promptly, the print head may dry out and be unable to refill it from the package...apart or try to print. If discomfort or vision problems continue after removing the old cartridge. Always install an ink cartridge immediately after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. 5. If ink gets into your hands, wash them immediately with soap and water. Squeeze the tab at the back of ...
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... label on the cartridge; Caution: You must remove the yellow tape from the cartridge before you may not be replaced. otherwise, ink will leak. 7. Replacing Ink Cartridges 55 otherwise, the cartridge may decline or you install it clicks into the holder and push it down until it ; Place... the new ink cartridge into place. 8. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the cartridge; 6. Do not remove the transparent seal from the bottom of the printer, remove the yellow tape, and then reinstall it. otherwise, print ...
... label on the cartridge; Caution: You must remove the yellow tape from the cartridge before you may not be replaced. otherwise, ink will leak. 7. Replacing Ink Cartridges 55 otherwise, the cartridge may decline or you install it clicks into the holder and push it down until it ; Place... the new ink cartridge into place. 8. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the cartridge; 6. Do not remove the transparent seal from the bottom of the printer, remove the yellow tape, and then reinstall it. otherwise, print ...
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... even if they are inserted, however, because the printer automatically checks their reliability. Some ink is low (for which you have received an "Ink low" message), you cannot reuse it clicks into place. 10. The printer begins charging ink. The printer uses ink cartridges equipped with one minute. Close the printer cover, then press the OK button. Before...
... even if they are inserted, however, because the printer automatically checks their reliability. Some ink is low (for which you have received an "Ink low" message), you cannot reuse it clicks into place. 10. The printer begins charging ink. The printer uses ink cartridges equipped with one minute. Close the printer cover, then press the OK button. Before...
Printer Basics
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...62 LCD Screen Messages Message A printer error has occurred. Make sure the ink cartridges are installed correctly. Waste ink pad in the printer is too complex to replace it. Also, make sure you still see this error message, contact Epson as described on page 62. ... Contact your computer desktop for details. Cannot recognize ink cartridges. Turn off the printer, then lift up the printer cover and remove any jammed paper or other foreign objects. The document is saturated. See your documentation. Contact Epson as described on page 62. See these sections:...
...62 LCD Screen Messages Message A printer error has occurred. Make sure the ink cartridges are installed correctly. Waste ink pad in the printer is too complex to replace it. Also, make sure you still see this error message, contact Epson as described on page 62. ... Contact your computer desktop for details. Cannot recognize ink cartridges. Turn off the printer, then lift up the printer cover and remove any jammed paper or other foreign objects. The document is saturated. See your documentation. Contact Epson as described on page 62. See these sections:...
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...printer will recognize only the photos in the printer. Or, try using . ■ If part of your photos on the screen, make sure no packing material remains in numbered folders on and the screen is black, press any button to Frame setting. Also make sure they are inserted completely and the ink ...cartridge cover is cut off the printer, then make sure the ink cartridges are...
...printer will recognize only the photos in the printer. Or, try using . ■ If part of your photos on the screen, make sure no packing material remains in numbered folders on and the screen is black, press any button to Frame setting. Also make sure they are inserted completely and the ink ...cartridge cover is cut off the printer, then make sure the ink cartridges are...