Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... an ink cartridge to create printed "dots" in various patterns so you see continuous tone color. Epson papers are specifically designed to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. Whether the customer is a professional photographer staking his reputation on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are designed in the everyday printing of documents and the occasional photo...
... an ink cartridge to create printed "dots" in various patterns so you see continuous tone color. Epson papers are specifically designed to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. Whether the customer is a professional photographer staking his reputation on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are designed in the everyday printing of documents and the occasional photo...
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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...be cleaned: 48 Maintaining Your Printer Press the x Start button. Make sure the printer is turned on page 51 Checking the Print Head Nozzles If your printouts are faint or have light or dark band running through them, some of the nozzles in any cartridges. (If ink is low, you notice ..., then press OK. 5. Load letter-size plain paper. 3. Maintaining Your Printer If you need to be cleaned: Print head needs to be clogged. The nozzle check pattern prints: Print head does not need to replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head; Follow the steps below ) ■ "Cleaning...
...be cleaned: 48 Maintaining Your Printer Press the x Start button. Make sure the printer is turned on page 51 Checking the Print Head Nozzles If your printouts are faint or have light or dark band running through them, some of the nozzles in any cartridges. (If ink is low, you notice ..., then press OK. 5. Load letter-size plain paper. 3. Maintaining Your Printer If you need to be cleaned: Print head needs to be clogged. The nozzle check pattern prints: Print head does not need to replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head; Follow the steps below ) ■ "Cleaning...
Printer Basics
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...replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head; Note: You can deliver ink properly. Run a nozzle check as described below. Press the x Start button to a computer; Press the Setup button. 4. Press l or r to select Head Cleaning, then press OK. 6. Caution: Never turn off the printer while ...damage it only if quality declines and the nozzle check indicates that the print head needs to check ink levels, or see your printout, you may need to replace a cartridge.) 2. The printer runs a head cleaning cycle and a message appears on page 48. see page 51 to be...
...replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head; Note: You can deliver ink properly. Run a nozzle check as described below. Press the x Start button to a computer; Press the Setup button. 4. Press l or r to select Head Cleaning, then press OK. 6. Caution: Never turn off the printer while ...damage it only if quality declines and the nozzle check indicates that the print head needs to check ink levels, or see your printout, you may need to replace a cartridge.) 2. The printer runs a head cleaning cycle and a message appears on page 48. see page 51 to be...
Printer Basics
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... find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 52 Maintaining Your Printer Use these Epson ink cartridges within six months of cartridge sizes. (If you've installed a 78 black cartridge, you can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson authorized reseller. Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light cyan Light magenta...
... find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 52 Maintaining Your Printer Use these Epson ink cartridges within six months of cartridge sizes. (If you've installed a 78 black cartridge, you can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson authorized reseller. Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light cyan Light magenta...
Printer Basics
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... in the print head nozzles may cause damage to your printer not covered by Epson's warranty. 1. Cartridges are ready to install the ink. Press Setup, select Maintenance, then press OK. Caution: Never attempt to select Change Ink Cartridge, then press OK. 3. Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have moved to the replacement position. To ensure good...
... in the print head nozzles may cause damage to your printer not covered by Epson's warranty. 1. Cartridges are ready to install the ink. Press Setup, select Maintenance, then press OK. Caution: Never attempt to select Change Ink Cartridge, then press OK. 3. Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have moved to the replacement position. To ensure good...
Printer Basics
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... after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. 5. This can damage the ink cartridge. 54 Maintaining Your Printer 4. Squeeze the tab at the back of it straight out. Remove the new ink cartridge from the package. Dispose of the cartridge and lift it carefully. Warning: If ink gets on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. Caution: Be careful...
... after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. 5. This can damage the ink cartridge. 54 Maintaining Your Printer 4. Squeeze the tab at the back of it straight out. Remove the new ink cartridge from the package. Dispose of the cartridge and lift it carefully. Warning: If ink gets on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. Caution: Be careful...
Printer Basics
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... bottom of the printer, remove the yellow tape, and then reinstall it clicks into the holder and push it down until it . otherwise, the cartridge may not be replaced. Place the new ink cartridge into place. 8. If you have installed an ink cartridge without removing the yellow tape, take the cartridge out of the ink cartridge. Replacing Ink Cartridges 55 Do...
... bottom of the printer, remove the yellow tape, and then reinstall it clicks into the holder and push it down until it . otherwise, the cartridge may not be replaced. Place the new ink cartridge into place. 8. If you have installed an ink cartridge without removing the yellow tape, take the cartridge out of the ink cartridge. Replacing Ink Cartridges 55 Do...
Printer Basics
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..., replace the expended cartridge. 9. Caution: Never turn off the printer while ink is low (for which you have received an "Ink low" message), you remove a cartridge that monitor the amount of ink used by each time cartridges are removed and reinserted. Close the ink cartridge cover and press it until it . The printer begins charging ink. The printer uses ink cartridges equipped with one...
..., replace the expended cartridge. 9. Caution: Never turn off the printer while ink is low (for which you have received an "Ink low" message), you remove a cartridge that monitor the amount of ink used by each time cartridges are removed and reinserted. Close the ink cartridge cover and press it until it . The printer begins charging ink. The printer uses ink cartridges equipped with one...
Printer Basics
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... Paper may be blocking movement of the packing material. If you 've removed all of the print head. Make sure the ink cartridges are installed correctly. Solving Problems 57 Solving Problems You can also check "Problems and Solutions" on page 59 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click ... documentation. See these sections: ■ "LCD Screen Messages" (below) ■ "Problems and Solutions" on page 59 ■ "Where To Get Help" on page 62. Waste ink pad in the printer is too complex to replace it. Contact Epson as described on page 62 LCD Screen Messages Message...
... Paper may be blocking movement of the packing material. If you 've removed all of the print head. Make sure the ink cartridges are installed correctly. Solving Problems 57 Solving Problems You can also check "Problems and Solutions" on page 59 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click ... documentation. See these sections: ■ "LCD Screen Messages" (below) ■ "Problems and Solutions" on page 59 ■ "Where To Get Help" on page 62. Waste ink pad in the printer is too complex to replace it. Contact Epson as described on page 62 LCD Screen Messages Message...
Printer Basics
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...and Solutions Check the solutions below if you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its left edge guide. ■ Make sure the paper size settings are correct for the paper you are using your photos on . Wait a moment, then turn off the printer, or it on. ■ Turn off ...the screen, make sure they are inserted completely and the ink cartridge cover is cut off the printer, then make sure no packing material remains in numbered folders on a USB storage device, the printer will recognize only the photos in the printer. Printing Problems ■ Make sure your paper is ...
...and Solutions Check the solutions below if you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its left edge guide. ■ Make sure the paper size settings are correct for the paper you are using your photos on . Wait a moment, then turn off the printer, or it on. ■ Turn off ...the screen, make sure they are inserted completely and the ink cartridge cover is cut off the printer, then make sure no packing material remains in numbered folders on a USB storage device, the printer will recognize only the photos in the printer. Printing Problems ■ Make sure your paper is ...
Printer Basics
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... if you 're using a special effect that alters image colors, like Sepia. Then clean the print head as they are printed. ■ Make sure the type of some photographs, not all images can deliver ink properly. Note: Automatic photo correction is not tilted or placed on an uneven surface. ...This unclogs the nozzles so they are printing on CDs or DVDs, push in your printer software (see page 44). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson special paper (see page 44) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see if the print head needs cleaning. Problems and Solutions 61 If you are ...
... if you 're using a special effect that alters image colors, like Sepia. Then clean the print head as they are printed. ■ Make sure the type of some photographs, not all images can deliver ink properly. Note: Automatic photo correction is not tilted or placed on an uneven surface. ...This unclogs the nozzles so they are printing on CDs or DVDs, push in your printer software (see page 44). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson special paper (see page 44) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see if the print head needs cleaning. Problems and Solutions 61 If you are ...
Printer Basics
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... port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is damaged, contact Epson as described on your hands, wash them immediately with water. ■ Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch any cartridges during printing. ■ Install a new ink cartridge immediately after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. 64 Notices If discomfort or vision...
... port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is damaged, contact Epson as described on your hands, wash them immediately with water. ■ Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch any cartridges during printing. ■ Install a new ink cartridge immediately after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. 64 Notices If discomfort or vision...
Printer Basics
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...or services required for reprinting. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the replacement. What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your original product covered by ... to other locations will be made freight collect. This warranty does not cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. Epson is needed, Epson will, at (562) 276-7282 (U.S.) or (905) 709-2567 (Canada)...
...or services required for reprinting. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the replacement. What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your original product covered by ... to other locations will be made freight collect. This warranty does not cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. Epson is needed, Epson will, at (562) 276-7282 (U.S.) or (905) 709-2567 (Canada)...
Printer Basics
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... position, 32 paper position, 36 H Help, Epson, 62 I Image formats, 13 Image quality problems, 61 Image quality settings, 25 Infrared printing, 30 Ink cartridges replacing, 51 to 56 safety instructions, 64 Inserting... screen messages, 57 to 58 safety instructions, 64 Loading paper, 7 to 9 70 Index M Macintosh color management settings, 43 page layout settings, 41, 42 printing from, 41 to 44 Media Type setting,... from, 28 to 30 Mode button, 6 N Noise problems, 59 Nozzle check, 48 to 49 P Paper Epson, 10, 21 feeding problems, 60 loading, 7 to 9 special types, 10 storing prints, 11 Paper Type ...
... position, 32 paper position, 36 H Help, Epson, 62 I Image formats, 13 Image quality problems, 61 Image quality settings, 25 Infrared printing, 30 Ink cartridges replacing, 51 to 56 safety instructions, 64 Inserting... screen messages, 57 to 58 safety instructions, 64 Loading paper, 7 to 9 70 Index M Macintosh color management settings, 43 page layout settings, 41, 42 printing from, 41 to 44 Media Type setting,... from, 28 to 30 Mode button, 6 N Noise problems, 59 Nozzle check, 48 to 49 P Paper Epson, 10, 21 feeding problems, 60 loading, 7 to 9 special types, 10 storing prints, 11 Paper Type ...
Product Information Guide
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... LCD screen Navigation buttons Accessories Ink Cartridges Epson® offers standard and high-capacity ink cartridge sizes for each color, and you can use both sizes at www.epson.com/ highcapacity (U.S. The highcapacity cartridges are available at once in your printer not covered by Epson's warranties. Other products may cause damage to your Epson Stylus Photo R380, if desired. Cartridge Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light...
... LCD screen Navigation buttons Accessories Ink Cartridges Epson® offers standard and high-capacity ink cartridge sizes for each color, and you can use both sizes at www.epson.com/ highcapacity (U.S. The highcapacity cartridges are available at once in your printer not covered by Epson's warranties. Other products may cause damage to your Epson Stylus Photo R380, if desired. Cartridge Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light...
Product Information Guide
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...Printer Basics or on the left edge guide. See your memory card device. Cannot recognize ink Make sure the ink cartridges are installed cartridges. The document cannot be blocking movement of Epson special media: Paper type Loading capacity Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper 120 sheets Epson Bright White Paper Epson...; Load letterhead or preprinted paper into the printer top edge first. ❏ If you 've removed all of the error code and contact Epson. 10/06 Epson Stylus Photo R380 - 5 printer is a problem with your Bluetooth device....
...Printer Basics or on the left edge guide. See your memory card device. Cannot recognize ink Make sure the ink cartridges are installed cartridges. The document cannot be blocking movement of Epson special media: Paper type Loading capacity Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper 120 sheets Epson Bright White Paper Epson...; Load letterhead or preprinted paper into the printer top edge first. ❏ If you 've removed all of the error code and contact Epson. 10/06 Epson Stylus Photo R380 - 5 printer is a problem with your Bluetooth device....
Product Information Guide
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...follow these steps to check how much ink is left in a drive. Other products may need to the paper position by Epson's warranty. 10/06 Epson Stylus Photo R380 - 7 Note: You can also check the ink cartridges using your printer may be adjusted automatically. Replacing an Ink Cartridge When you print with images, graphics, ...the print position or color, see your on the LCD screen telling you which cartridge is low or expended. If you need to create and print a design with low or expended ink cartridges, you see a message on -screen User's Guide or Printer Basics book. Then press...
...follow these steps to check how much ink is left in a drive. Other products may need to the paper position by Epson's warranty. 10/06 Epson Stylus Photo R380 - 7 Note: You can also check the ink cartridges using your printer may be adjusted automatically. Replacing an Ink Cartridge When you print with images, graphics, ...the print position or color, see your on the LCD screen telling you which cartridge is low or expended. If you need to create and print a design with low or expended ink cartridges, you see a message on -screen User's Guide or Printer Basics book. Then press...
Product Information Guide
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...you may become unusable. If an ink cartridge is in your hands, wash them immediately with soap and water. If ink gets in the paper (lower) position. 2. To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 4. Epson Stylus Photo R380 10/06 Do not remove the ...transparent seal from the package. 8. Remove the yellow tape from the cartridge before continuing with step 9. 8...
...you may become unusable. If an ink cartridge is in your hands, wash them immediately with soap and water. If ink gets in the paper (lower) position. 2. To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 4. Epson Stylus Photo R380 10/06 Do not remove the ...transparent seal from the package. 8. Remove the yellow tape from the cartridge before continuing with step 9. 8...
Product Information Guide
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...a few sheets of letter-size plain paper in the printer. 3. Press OK. You can also run the Head Cleaning utility as this will waste ink. Note: You can also check the print head nozzles using your printout or colors are no warnings or errors are faint, run the ... not need to replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head). 2. Make sure the printer is a good idea to maintain good print quality. Before you need to be cleaned: Print head needs to be cleaned: 7. Press u or d to select Head Cleaning, then press OK. 10/06 Epson Stylus Photo R380 - 9 Press u or ...
...a few sheets of letter-size plain paper in the printer. 3. Press OK. You can also run the Head Cleaning utility as this will waste ink. Note: You can also check the print head nozzles using your printout or colors are no warnings or errors are faint, run the ... not need to replace an ink cartridge before cleaning the print head). 2. Make sure the printer is a good idea to maintain good print quality. Before you need to be cleaned: Print head needs to be cleaned: 7. Press u or d to select Head Cleaning, then press OK. 10/06 Epson Stylus Photo R380 - 9 Press u or ...