Product Brochure
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..., report cards and photos and save paper now with Wi-Fi n • PC-free, borderless photos in a snap - 1.5" LCD and built-in -one with multiple PCs, wirelessly; get crisp, sharp documents and lab quality photos, all -in card slots • Replace only the color you need - share a single all with one ink set • Superior image enhancement tools - individual ink cartridges, available in different sizes to suit your needs • Save time - make multiple copies...
..., report cards and photos and save paper now with Wi-Fi n • PC-free, borderless photos in a snap - 1.5" LCD and built-in -one with multiple PCs, wirelessly; get crisp, sharp documents and lab quality photos, all -in card slots • Replace only the color you need - share a single all with one ink set • Superior image enhancement tools - individual ink cartridges, available in different sizes to suit your needs • Save time - make multiple copies...
Product Brochure
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.... Epson Stylus® NX420 Print | Copy | Scan | Photo | Wi-Fi® Specifications PRINT Printing Technology Maximum Print Resolution ISO Print Speed† Minimum Ink Droplet Size COPY Copy Quality Copy Quantity Maximum Copy Size Copy Features SCAN Scanner Type Photoelectric Device Optical Resolution Hardware Resolution Maximum Resolution Scanner Bit Depth PC-free Filters and Image Enhancements CONNECTIVITY Connectivity Built-in Memory Card Slots Compatibility Supported Digital Camera Technologies Operating Systems PAPER HANDLING PC-free Paper Support Maximum Paper Size Paper Sizes...
.... Epson Stylus® NX420 Print | Copy | Scan | Photo | Wi-Fi® Specifications PRINT Printing Technology Maximum Print Resolution ISO Print Speed† Minimum Ink Droplet Size COPY Copy Quality Copy Quantity Maximum Copy Size Copy Features SCAN Scanner Type Photoelectric Device Optical Resolution Hardware Resolution Maximum Resolution Scanner Bit Depth PC-free Filters and Image Enhancements CONNECTIVITY Connectivity Built-in Memory Card Slots Compatibility Supported Digital Camera Technologies Operating Systems PAPER HANDLING PC-free Paper Support Maximum Paper Size Paper Sizes...
Quick Guide
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Epson Stylus® NX420 Series Quick Guide Wireless Network Setup Basic Copying, Printing, and Scanning Maintenance Solving Problems
Epson Stylus® NX420 Series Quick Guide Wireless Network Setup Basic Copying, Printing, and Scanning Maintenance Solving Problems
Quick Guide
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... a Memory Card 24 Inserting the Card 24 Printing Photos From the LCD Screen 25 Printing From Your Computer 26 Printing in Windows 26 Printing With a Macintosh 28 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 31 Scanning a Document or Photo 32 Quick Scanning With the Scan Button 32 Scanning With Epson Scan Software 33 Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6 34 Restoring and Correcting Photos 35 Maintaining Your Printer 36 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 36 Cleaning the Print Head 37 Checking Ink Levels 38 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 38 Replacing Ink Cartridges...
... a Memory Card 24 Inserting the Card 24 Printing Photos From the LCD Screen 25 Printing From Your Computer 26 Printing in Windows 26 Printing With a Macintosh 28 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 31 Scanning a Document or Photo 32 Quick Scanning With the Scan Button 32 Scanning With Epson Scan Software 33 Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6 34 Restoring and Correcting Photos 35 Maintaining Your Printer 36 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 36 Cleaning the Print Head 37 Checking Ink Levels 38 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 38 Replacing Ink Cartridges...
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... the Software Installation screen, continue with step 3. If you see the User Account Control screen, click Yes or Continue. Windows XP: When you don't know your network name (SSID) or network password, contact the person who set up additional computers to print to the printer, see "Setting up your wireless network. 1. Insert the printer software CD. 2. Mac OS® X: Double-click the Epson icon. 4 Wireless Network Setup Installing for the First Time Before you begin, make sure...
... the Software Installation screen, continue with step 3. If you see the User Account Control screen, click Yes or Continue. Windows XP: When you don't know your network name (SSID) or network password, contact the person who set up additional computers to print to the printer, see "Setting up your wireless network. 1. Insert the printer software CD. 2. Mac OS® X: Double-click the Epson icon. 4 Wireless Network Setup Installing for the First Time Before you begin, make sure...
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... and working correctly. Press l or r to the NX420 Series, see this screen, use the printer's buttons to install the rest of your software. When installation is turned on page 14. Continue with the steps in the list, your wireless router or access point is complete, remove the CD. Follow the on page 13. 10 Wireless Network Setup When you still can't find the network name in "Entering Your SSID Manually" on -screen instructions to select...
... and working correctly. Press l or r to the NX420 Series, see this screen, use the printer's buttons to install the rest of your software. When installation is turned on page 14. Continue with the steps in the list, your wireless router or access point is complete, remove the CD. Follow the on page 13. 10 Wireless Network Setup When you still can't find the network name in "Entering Your SSID Manually" on -screen instructions to select...
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... online User's Guide. or A4-size plain paper, 80 sheets of matte, or 20 sheets of paper you are just making a copy or printing a rough draft, plain paper is fine. Loading Paper 19 Load other papers one of Epson's special ink jet papers designed for the best results, you'll want to 120 sheets of letter- However, for your printer. If you choose affects the way your photos will look great printed on loading envelopes...
... online User's Guide. or A4-size plain paper, 80 sheets of matte, or 20 sheets of paper you are just making a copy or printing a rough draft, plain paper is fine. Loading Paper 19 Load other papers one of Epson's special ink jet papers designed for the best results, you'll want to 120 sheets of letter- However, for your printer. If you choose affects the way your photos will look great printed on loading envelopes...
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... button again. 7. Select copy mode Change copy size Select paper size and type Start copying Cancel copying Copying Documents and Photos 23 To adjust the copy size, press the reduce/enlarge button and select a percentage using + or -. or A4-size plain paper or Epson special paper or 4 × 6-inch Epson photo paper. 1. Press the Copy button. 4. Tip: To make a quick draft copy on the scanner glass (see page 18). 2. to select the number (up to select Color or B&W copies. 6. Place your paper). Press l or r to 99). 5. When you can copy documents...
... button again. 7. Select copy mode Change copy size Select paper size and type Start copying Cancel copying Copying Documents and Photos 23 To adjust the copy size, press the reduce/enlarge button and select a percentage using + or -. or A4-size plain paper or Epson special paper or 4 × 6-inch Epson photo paper. 1. Press the Copy button. 4. Tip: To make a quick draft copy on the scanner glass (see page 18). 2. to select the number (up to select Color or B&W copies. 6. Place your paper). Press l or r to 99). 5. When you can copy documents...
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For borderless printing, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Copy and page settings Application settings Printing With a Macintosh 29 Borderless option. 5. Or check for it in the settings for it in your application at the bottom of this window. Select basic copy and page settings. Note: If the setting you want isn't shown (for example, Scale), check for your application before printing.
For borderless printing, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Copy and page settings Application settings Printing With a Macintosh 29 Borderless option. 5. Or check for it in the settings for it in your application at the bottom of this window. Select basic copy and page settings. Note: If the setting you want isn't shown (for example, Scale), check for your application before printing.
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Scanning a Document or Photo You can use your Epson Stylus NX420 Series to restore faded colors in old photos (see page 35). For example, you can use the Epson Scan software to your computer; Note: For Mac OS X 10.6, see the online User's Guide. Press l or r to select one of the following options: ■ Scan to PC automatically creates a JPG image and saves it to access more advanced features. The u Scan button lets you scan quickly using preselected settings, or you...
Scanning a Document or Photo You can use your Epson Stylus NX420 Series to restore faded colors in old photos (see page 35). For example, you can use the Epson Scan software to your computer; Note: For Mac OS X 10.6, see the online User's Guide. Press l or r to select one of the following options: ■ Scan to PC automatically creates a JPG image and saves it to access more advanced features. The u Scan button lets you scan quickly using preselected settings, or you...
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... to check the print head nozzles. 1. To align the print head, if necessary, see if there are no gaps, press y Stop/Clear Settings to clean the print head (see page 18). 2. Press x Start to see your printer looking like new, don't place anything on the printer's control panel. 3. Press the F Setup button on top of the ink cartridges. If you need cleaning 5. Load letter- If there are gaps in the sheet feeder (see page 37...
... to check the print head nozzles. 1. To align the print head, if necessary, see if there are no gaps, press y Stop/Clear Settings to clean the print head (see page 18). 2. Press x Start to see your printer looking like new, don't place anything on the printer's control panel. 3. Press the F Setup button on top of the ink cartridges. If you need cleaning 5. Load letter- If there are gaps in the sheet feeder (see page 37...
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...: To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see a message on your online User's Guide. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Checking Ink Levels If an ink cartridge is expended, you see the instructions in the bottom right corner of your screen (the taskbar). ■ Macintosh: Open the Applications folder on your computer screen when you order or purchase new ink cartridges: Ink color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Moderate-capacity (For lighter use...
...: To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see a message on your online User's Guide. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Checking Ink Levels If an ink cartridge is expended, you see the instructions in the bottom right corner of your screen (the taskbar). ■ Macintosh: Open the Applications folder on your computer screen when you order or purchase new ink cartridges: Ink color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Moderate-capacity (For lighter use...
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... page 44 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User's Guide icon on your online User's Guide and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). With Windows, you have a problem with your NX420 Series software. Open your computer desktop for free updates to your Epson printer, check the messages on the display screen to diagnose the cause. Solving Problems If you can select Driver Update on the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window. Checking...
... page 44 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User's Guide icon on your online User's Guide and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). With Windows, you have a problem with your NX420 Series software. Open your computer desktop for free updates to your Epson printer, check the messages on the display screen to diagnose the cause. Solving Problems If you can select Driver Update on the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window. Checking...
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... the x Start button to move the cartridges to continue. Note: When an error code appears, it and check the card. Close the ink cartridge cover and press x Start. Cannot recognize the ink cartridge(s) shown on . Carefully remove the paper jam (see page 39). Turn your Epson printer off, make sure no paper is jammed inside your Epson printer (see page 24). Insert a memory card (see page 24). Error Indicators If you just replaced a cartridge and the error code still appears, the cartridge is not installed correctly.
... the x Start button to move the cartridges to continue. Note: When an error code appears, it and check the card. Close the ink cartridge cover and press x Start. Cannot recognize the ink cartridge(s) shown on . Carefully remove the paper jam (see page 39). Turn your Epson printer off, make sure no paper is jammed inside your Epson printer (see page 24). Insert a memory card (see page 24). Error Indicators If you just replaced a cartridge and the error code still appears, the cartridge is not installed correctly.
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... wireless router or access point. For details, see the Epson Scan Help. ■ If you need to enter the Setup menu. 2. Print a Network Status Sheet 1. Printing is slow or the print is set the IP address manually. If it after a few seconds. Check the Timeout Setting in Mac OS X 10.6, see below) and check the signal strength. Press the F Setup button on page 34 for your network does not assign IP addresses using TCP/IP, make sure the printer...
... wireless router or access point. For details, see the Epson Scan Help. ■ If you need to enter the Setup menu. 2. Print a Network Status Sheet 1. Printing is slow or the print is set the IP address manually. If it after a few seconds. Check the Timeout Setting in Mac OS X 10.6, see below) and check the signal strength. Press the F Setup button on page 34 for your network does not assign IP addresses using TCP/IP, make sure the printer...
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... cartridge status (see page 38) and replace cartridges, if necessary (see page 39). ■ If a dotted line appears in your printer software (see page 31). ■ For the best print quality, use a small amount of glass cleaner on a soft cloth, if necessary. ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel or in the image, clean the document table glass with a soft, dry, lint-free...
... cartridge status (see page 38) and replace cartridges, if necessary (see page 39). ■ If a dotted line appears in your printer software (see page 31). ■ For the best print quality, use a small amount of glass cleaner on a soft cloth, if necessary. ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel or in the image, clean the document table glass with a soft, dry, lint-free...
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... and instructions marked on your Epson printer. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer label. ■ Use only the power cord that extends beyond its base in all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. ■ Avoid locations that regularly switches on and off, or on an outlet controlled by a wall switch...
... and instructions marked on your Epson printer. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer label. ■ Use only the power cord that extends beyond its base in all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. ■ Avoid locations that regularly switches on and off, or on an outlet controlled by a wall switch...
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... of the date of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to the Epson product after its option, exchange or repair the printer without charge for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to function properly...
... of the date of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to the Epson product after its option, exchange or repair the printer without charge for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to function properly...
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... follow the on the printer to select wireless settings instead. Make sure you know your network. Temporary use the buttons on -screen instructions. Wireless Connection You will need to install the software on /off Copy document or photo Print photo from memory card Scan document or photo Check ink level and perform maintenance LCD display screen Select number of copies Reduce/enlarge copies Browse photos Select paper size and type Start printing Cancel printing and clear settings Windows®: If you don't have a USB cable, you can use of a USB cable (not included) is NOT...
... follow the on the printer to select wireless settings instead. Make sure you know your network. Temporary use the buttons on -screen instructions. Wireless Connection You will need to install the software on /off Copy document or photo Print photo from memory card Scan document or photo Check ink level and perform maintenance LCD display screen Select number of copies Reduce/enlarge copies Browse photos Select paper size and type Start printing Cancel printing and clear settings Windows®: If you don't have a USB cable, you can use of a USB cable (not included) is NOT...
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... Epson authorized reseller. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Premium Presentation Paper Matte Heavy weight, non-glare card stock for wireless setup, printing, copying, and scanning. Setup is securely connected as remembering your software. User's Guide Click the desktop shortcut to access the online User's Guide, how-to change without notice. © 2010 Epson America, Inc. 1/10 CPD-27829 Printed in those marks. Genuine Epson Inks Look for more (requires an internet connection). NX420 Series Ink Cartridges Color Black...
... Epson authorized reseller. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Premium Presentation Paper Matte Heavy weight, non-glare card stock for wireless setup, printing, copying, and scanning. Setup is securely connected as remembering your software. User's Guide Click the desktop shortcut to access the online User's Guide, how-to change without notice. © 2010 Epson America, Inc. 1/10 CPD-27829 Printed in those marks. Genuine Epson Inks Look for more (requires an internet connection). NX420 Series Ink Cartridges Color Black...