Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... printer to produce award-winning print quality, and each of offering a one printers. Print Quality-Core Printing Technologies The core technologies used in Epson printers and all-in delivering exceptional print quality. Detailed information on the 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 the needs...
... printer to produce award-winning print quality, and each of offering a one printers. Print Quality-Core Printing Technologies The core technologies used in Epson printers and all-in delivering exceptional print quality. Detailed information on the 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 the needs...
Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... Epson inks. Ink Jet Printer Technical Brief Page 3 High Quality Halftoning: Every ink jet printer uses a method referred to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Epson printers use an advanced error diffusion technology to determine the most interested in the everyday printing of documents and the occasional photo, is achieved. • The Epson printer driver optimizes ink density based on the resolution and type of ink systems to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. 4. Ink...
... Epson inks. Ink Jet Printer Technical Brief Page 3 High Quality Halftoning: Every ink jet printer uses a method referred to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Epson printers use an advanced error diffusion technology to determine the most interested in the everyday printing of documents and the occasional photo, is achieved. • The Epson printer driver optimizes ink density based on the resolution and type of ink systems to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. 4. Ink...
Product Information Guide
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... printing large jobs using the borderless setting, print a single sheet to 40 °C) 1 month at 104 °F (40 °C) Freezing*: 3.2 °F (-16 °C) *Ink thaws and is 0.79" (20 mm) for single sheets and envelopes. Do not load curled or folded paper. Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Print direction Input buffer Bidirectional minimum distance printing with the short edge first. Other products may reduce the print quality and cause paper jams or other problems...
... printing large jobs using the borderless setting, print a single sheet to 40 °C) 1 month at 104 °F (40 °C) Freezing*: 3.2 °F (-16 °C) *Ink thaws and is 0.79" (20 mm) for single sheets and envelopes. Do not load curled or folded paper. Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Print direction Input buffer Bidirectional minimum distance printing with the short edge first. Other products may reduce the print quality and cause paper jams or other problems...
Product Information Guide
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... Hz Rated current 0.4 A (Max 0.7 A) Power consumption Approx. 10 W (ISO 10561 Letter Pattern) Approx. 3 W in sleep mode Approx. 0.2 W in power-off mode * Check the label on Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 2.0, Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for voltage information. Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Scanning Scanner type Photoelectric device Effective pixels Document size Scanning resolution Output resolution Color separation Image data Gamma correction Light source Interface Flatbed color image scanner Color CIS line sensor 5,100 × 14,040 pixels...
... Hz Rated current 0.4 A (Max 0.7 A) Power consumption Approx. 10 W (ISO 10561 Letter Pattern) Approx. 3 W in sleep mode Approx. 0.2 W in power-off mode * Check the label on Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 2.0, Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for voltage information. Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Scanning Scanner type Photoelectric device Effective pixels Document size Scanning resolution Output resolution Color separation Image data Gamma correction Light source Interface Flatbed color image scanner Color CIS line sensor 5,100 × 14,040 pixels...
Product Information Guide
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... guide against the right edge guide. Make sure the paper is fine. Selecting the Correct Paper Type When printing from your computer, select the Type setting in landscape mode. ❏ Load letterhead or preprinted paper into the printer top edge first. ❏ If you experience paper feeding problems, try loading fewer sheets. ❏ If you are just making a copy or printing a rough draft of Epson's special ink jet papers designed for your photos will look great printed...
... guide against the right edge guide. Make sure the paper is fine. Selecting the Correct Paper Type When printing from your computer, select the Type setting in landscape mode. ❏ Load letterhead or preprinted paper into the printer top edge first. ❏ If you experience paper feeding problems, try loading fewer sheets. ❏ If you are just making a copy or printing a rough draft of Epson's special ink jet papers designed for your photos will look great printed...
Product Information Guide
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... fit the loaded paper size, press the Fit to the output tray. Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Placing Your Original Document 1. Close the document cover gently so that is being printed; Make sure the Epson Stylus CX is printed faster. To make a color copy, press the x Start Color button. Caution: Never open the document cover beyond where it will be ejected automatically to Page button. 6. Be sure to close the document cover. 3. Copying a Photo 1. Be sure to close the document cover. 3. The print quality is...
... fit the loaded paper size, press the Fit to the output tray. Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Placing Your Original Document 1. Close the document cover gently so that is being printed; Make sure the Epson Stylus CX is printed faster. To make a color copy, press the x Start Color button. Caution: Never open the document cover beyond where it will be ejected automatically to Page button. 6. Be sure to close the document cover. 3. Copying a Photo 1. Be sure to close the document cover. 3. The print quality is...
Product Information Guide
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... that the print head needs to be running low on ink. Turn off the Epson Stylus CX while head cleaning is stuck near the sheet feeder or output tray, gently pull it only if quality declines and the nozzle check indicates that the print head is loaded in the sheet feeder. see page 7. 1. In this can also check the ink level using the control panel. 1. When the P On light stops flashing, run a nozzle check (as described above to cancel. Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Error Indicators To...
... that the print head needs to be running low on ink. Turn off the Epson Stylus CX while head cleaning is stuck near the sheet feeder or output tray, gently pull it only if quality declines and the nozzle check indicates that the print head is loaded in the sheet feeder. see page 7. 1. In this can also check the ink level using the control panel. 1. When the P On light stops flashing, run a nozzle check (as described above to cancel. Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Error Indicators To...
Product Information Guide
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... low, the next cartridge moves to the ink cartridge replacement position. 6/05 Epson Stylus CX3800 Series - 7 Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Part number T060120 T060220 T060320 T060420 Caution: Leave the empty cartridge installed until you have been identified, the print head moves to the _ ink out mark. ❏ If all of other products may cause damage to the check position and the P On and B ink lights flash. Replacing Ink Cartridges When the red B ink light starts flashing, one cartridge is used for more cartridge...
... low, the next cartridge moves to the ink cartridge replacement position. 6/05 Epson Stylus CX3800 Series - 7 Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Part number T060120 T060220 T060320 T060420 Caution: Leave the empty cartridge installed until you have been identified, the print head moves to the _ ink out mark. ❏ If all of other products may cause damage to the check position and the P On and B ink lights flash. Replacing Ink Cartridges When the red B ink light starts flashing, one cartridge is used for more cartridge...
Product Information Guide
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... be installed correctly. Caution: Do not remove or tear the label on the side of the empty/low cartridge and lift it four or five times. Close the scanner. otherwise, ink will leak. This can damage the ink cartridge. 7. Note: If the B ink light stays on -screen User's Guide) 8 - Epson Stylus CX3800 Series 6/05 Related Documentation CPD-18248 CPD-18250 CPD-18247 Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Start Here Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Quick Guide Epson Stylus CX3800 Series CD-ROM (includes on (not flashing), the ink cartridge may...
... be installed correctly. Caution: Do not remove or tear the label on the side of the empty/low cartridge and lift it four or five times. Close the scanner. otherwise, ink will leak. This can damage the ink cartridge. 7. Note: If the B ink light stays on -screen User's Guide) 8 - Epson Stylus CX3800 Series 6/05 Related Documentation CPD-18248 CPD-18250 CPD-18247 Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Start Here Epson Stylus CX3800 Series Quick Guide Epson Stylus CX3800 Series CD-ROM (includes on (not flashing), the ink cartridge may...
Quick Reference Guide
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... the Original on the Glass 7 Copying 8 Copying a Letter-size Document 8 Copying a Photo 8 Speeding Up Printing 9 Printing From Your Computer 10 Printing in Windows 10 Using Special Papers 13 Scanning a Photo or Document 14 Basic Scanning 15 Restoring Color in Faded Photos 17 Maintaining Your Epson Stylus CX3800 Series 18 Checking the Print Head Nozzles and Ink 18 Cleaning the Print Head 19 Replacing Ink Cartridges 20 Solving Problems 25 Error Indicators 25 Problems and Solutions 26 Copying Problems 26 Paper Feeding Problems 26 Print Quality Problems 27 Where To Get...
... the Original on the Glass 7 Copying 8 Copying a Letter-size Document 8 Copying a Photo 8 Speeding Up Printing 9 Printing From Your Computer 10 Printing in Windows 10 Using Special Papers 13 Scanning a Photo or Document 14 Basic Scanning 15 Restoring Color in Faded Photos 17 Maintaining Your Epson Stylus CX3800 Series 18 Checking the Print Head Nozzles and Ink 18 Cleaning the Print Head 19 Replacing Ink Cartridges 20 Solving Problems 25 Error Indicators 25 Problems and Solutions 26 Copying Problems 26 Paper Feeding Problems 26 Print Quality Problems 27 Where To Get...
Quick Reference Guide
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... you installed the software. Tip: Tips contain hints for printing from your computer ■ Start scanning a document or photo ■ Perform routine maintenance ■ Solve simple problems This book tells you how to do , see the onscreen User's Guide. Introduction After you have set up your Epson Stylus® CX3800 Series all-in-one as described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to: ■ Load paper ■ Make a quick copy of a document or photo ■...
... you installed the software. Tip: Tips contain hints for printing from your computer ■ Start scanning a document or photo ■ Perform routine maintenance ■ Solve simple problems This book tells you how to do , see the onscreen User's Guide. Introduction After you have set up your Epson Stylus® CX3800 Series all-in-one as described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to: ■ Load paper ■ Make a quick copy of a document or photo ■...
Quick Reference Guide
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...-screen User's Guide. Open the photo or document in your printer software 10 Printing From Your Computer You see a window like this one: Select EPSON Stylus CX3800 Series Click here to open your application program. 3. Also be sure to your Windows computer. Note: For detailed instructions on printing, see page 5). 2. Open the File menu and select Print. Before you start, make sure you've installed your printer software and connected the Epson Stylus CX3800 Series to use the right paper and select the correct paper type setting in the printer driver. (See page...
...-screen User's Guide. Open the photo or document in your printer software 10 Printing From Your Computer You see a window like this one: Select EPSON Stylus CX3800 Series Click here to open your application program. 3. Also be sure to your Windows computer. Note: For detailed instructions on printing, see page 5). 2. Open the File menu and select Print. Before you start, make sure you've installed your printer software and connected the Epson Stylus CX3800 Series to use the right paper and select the correct paper type setting in the printer driver. (See page...
Quick Reference Guide
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... page 17 for various types of tools. 14 Scanning a Photo or Document Scanning a Photo or Document You can even automatically restore faded color photographs as you manually configure your scan settings with a full array of scans. ■ Professional Mode previews your image and lets you scan. You can use your Epson Stylus CX3800 Series to scan a photo or document and save it on your image and provides automatic image adjustments, cropping tools, and preset options for details. The Epson Scan software provides three scanning modes...
... page 17 for various types of tools. 14 Scanning a Photo or Document Scanning a Photo or Document You can even automatically restore faded color photographs as you manually configure your scan settings with a full array of scans. ■ Professional Mode previews your image and lets you scan. You can use your Epson Stylus CX3800 Series to scan a photo or document and save it on your image and provides automatic image adjustments, cropping tools, and preset options for details. The Epson Scan software provides three scanning modes...
Quick Reference Guide
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... clean the print head. Run a nozzle check as described on page 18) to be replaced; Hold down the B ink button for 3 seconds until the P On light starts flashing. Caution: Never turn off . 2. If quality still does not improve, one of the ink cartridges may need to maintain good print quality. Note: Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it is off the Epson Stylus CX and wait overnight. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. If the red B ink light...
... clean the print head. Run a nozzle check as described on page 18) to be replaced; Hold down the B ink button for 3 seconds until the P On light starts flashing. Caution: Never turn off . 2. If quality still does not improve, one of the ink cartridges may need to maintain good print quality. Note: Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it is off the Epson Stylus CX and wait overnight. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. If the red B ink light...
Quick Reference Guide
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... only). Yields vary considerably based on , you need to your screen when you print, telling you use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. The use , and temperature. When the red B ink light stays on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use of the ink from an authorized Epson reseller. Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Part number T060120 T060220 T060320 T060420 Caution: Leave the empty cartridge installed until you order or purchase new ink cartridges.
... only). Yields vary considerably based on , you need to your screen when you print, telling you use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. The use , and temperature. When the red B ink light stays on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use of the ink from an authorized Epson reseller. Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Part number T060120 T060220 T060320 T060420 Caution: Leave the empty cartridge installed until you order or purchase new ink cartridges.
Quick Reference Guide
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... is closed, then open . 3. If one of the cartridges is low or empty, the Epson Stylus CX moves that the document cover is on. 2. Caution: Don't move the print head. 1. Make sure that cartridge to move the print head by hand; Press and release the B ink button. Note: Don't hold down the B ink button for more than 3 seconds, or the printer will start to the check position and the P On and B ink lights flash.
... is closed, then open . 3. If one of the cartridges is low or empty, the Epson Stylus CX moves that the document cover is on. 2. Caution: Don't move the print head. 1. Make sure that cartridge to move the print head by hand; Press and release the B ink button. Note: Don't hold down the B ink button for more than 3 seconds, or the printer will start to the check position and the P On and B ink lights flash.
Quick Reference Guide
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Load paper in the sheet feeder (see page 28. Then press x Start Color to continue or y Stop to cancel. See page 26. An ink cartridge is a problem with your Epson Stylus CX3800 Series all-in the sheet feeder. page 20. There is running low on ink. If the error does not clear, contact your computer desktop for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User's Guide icon on page 26 for more detailed help. Then press x Start Color to...
Load paper in the sheet feeder (see page 28. Then press x Start Color to continue or y Stop to cancel. See page 26. An ink cartridge is a problem with your Epson Stylus CX3800 Series all-in the sheet feeder. page 20. There is running low on ink. If the error does not clear, contact your computer desktop for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User's Guide icon on page 26 for more detailed help. Then press x Start Color to...
Quick Reference Guide
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... jagged vertical lines, you notice light or dark bands across your User's Guide for instructions on replacing an ink cartridge. ■ If a dotted line appears in the image, clean the scanner glass with special paper or load your paper one sheet at a time. ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel or in your printer software (see page 20 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need to clean the print head. Solving Problems 27 Print Quality Problems If you...
... jagged vertical lines, you notice light or dark bands across your User's Guide for instructions on replacing an ink cartridge. ■ If a dotted line appears in the image, clean the scanner glass with special paper or load your paper one sheet at a time. ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel or in your printer software (see page 20 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need to clean the print head. Solving Problems 27 Print Quality Problems If you...
Quick Reference Guide
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... Epson Stylus CX is copying, printing, or scanning. ■ Do not spill liquid on the Epson Stylus CX. ■ Except as specifically explained in -one, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on a flat, stable surface that are subject to service the Epson Stylus CX yourself. Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson Stylus CX3800 Series all-in your documentation...
... Epson Stylus CX is copying, printing, or scanning. ■ Do not spill liquid on the Epson Stylus CX. ■ Except as specifically explained in -one, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on a flat, stable surface that are subject to service the Epson Stylus CX yourself. Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson Stylus CX3800 Series all-in your documentation...
Quick Reference Guide
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... of one . Epson also warrants that you . Epson requires a debit or a credit card number to secure the cost of the replacement printer in the United States and Canada. What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty does not apply to the Epson product caused by parts or supplies not manufactured, distributed or certified by Epson. For warranty service, you use will ship a replacement printer to the Epson...
... of one . Epson also warrants that you . Epson requires a debit or a credit card number to secure the cost of the replacement printer in the United States and Canada. What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty does not apply to the Epson product caused by parts or supplies not manufactured, distributed or certified by Epson. For warranty service, you use will ship a replacement printer to the Epson...
