Product Brochure
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...Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow ink cartridges available • Get product protection you need - Fax in color - Smudge, fade, and water resistant, highlighter friendly documents rival those from a laser printer and photos rival those from the...WorkForce™ 500 Print | Copy | Scan | Fax | Photo Your personal business and photo center. Features and Benefits • Get five machines in double-sided printing2 • Save energy - Print, copy, scan, fax and photo; Print speeds up to -use, individual ink cartridges • Print more with built-in memory; Built-in one...
...Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow ink cartridges available • Get product protection you need - Fax in color - Smudge, fade, and water resistant, highlighter friendly documents rival those from a laser printer and photos rival those from the...WorkForce™ 500 Print | Copy | Scan | Fax | Photo Your personal business and photo center. Features and Benefits • Get five machines in double-sided printing2 • Save energy - Print, copy, scan, fax and photo; Print speeds up to -use, individual ink cartridges • Print more with built-in memory; Built-in one...
Product Brochure
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...printers at $199 and under available as of March 2008. Actual print stability will vary based on system configuration, software application and page complexity. The all-in-one ships with offers, power cord, telephone cord, 4 DURABrite Ultra Ink cartridges (one . CPD-26451 8/08 WorkForce 500 Print | Copy | Scan | Fax | Photo Printing Technology Ink Palette Ink Cartridge Configuration Ink... and atmospheric conditions. For maximum print life, display all rights in these marks. Epson disclaims any and all prints under glass. Additional print time will vary according to ...
...printers at $199 and under available as of March 2008. Actual print stability will vary based on system configuration, software application and page complexity. The all-in-one ships with offers, power cord, telephone cord, 4 DURABrite Ultra Ink cartridges (one . CPD-26451 8/08 WorkForce 500 Print | Copy | Scan | Fax | Photo Printing Technology Ink Palette Ink Cartridge Configuration Ink... and atmospheric conditions. For maximum print life, display all rights in these marks. Epson disclaims any and all prints under glass. Additional print time will vary according to ...
Quick Guide
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Maintaining Your All-in-One 32 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 32 Cleaning the Print Head 33 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 34 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 35 Replacing Ink Cartridges 36 Solving Problems 38 Checking for Software Updates 38 Problems and Solutions 38 Where To Get Help 41 Notices 42 Contents 3
Maintaining Your All-in-One 32 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 32 Cleaning the Print Head 33 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 34 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 35 Replacing Ink Cartridges 36 Solving Problems 38 Checking for Software Updates 38 Problems and Solutions 38 Where To Get Help 41 Notices 42 Contents 3
Quick Guide
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Check ink cartridge status Cancel printing Printing With a Macintosh See the section below for your print job. Select EPSON WorkForce 500 as the Printer setting. Click d to expand 4. Mac OS® X 10.5 1. Open the File menu and select Print. 3. Select EPSON WorkForce 500 Click to expand the Print window, if necessary. 26 Printing From Your Computer Click OK or Print to start printing. 10. This window appears and shows the progress of your Mac operating system. Open a photo or document in an application. 2.
Check ink cartridge status Cancel printing Printing With a Macintosh See the section below for your print job. Select EPSON WorkForce 500 as the Printer setting. Click d to expand 4. Mac OS® X 10.5 1. Open the File menu and select Print. 3. Select EPSON WorkForce 500 Click to expand the Print window, if necessary. 26 Printing From Your Computer Click OK or Print to start printing. 10. This window appears and shows the progress of your Mac operating system. Open a photo or document in an application. 2.
Quick Guide
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... clean the print head, and replace ink cartridges. Select Nozzle Check and press OK. 5. Press the Setup button. 3. Press x Start. 6. Maintaining Your All-in-One Follow the steps here to select Maintenance and press OK. 4. Follow these steps to see the on-screen Epson Information Center. If there are faint... or have gaps in the lines. See page 33 for details. 32 Maintaining Your All-in the sheet feeder. 2. Load letter-size plain paper in -One Nozzles are no gaps, press OK to clean...
... clean the print head, and replace ink cartridges. Select Nozzle Check and press OK. 5. Press the Setup button. 3. Press x Start. 6. Maintaining Your All-in-One Follow the steps here to select Maintenance and press OK. 4. Follow these steps to see the on-screen Epson Information Center. If there are faint... or have gaps in the lines. See page 33 for details. 32 Maintaining Your All-in the sheet feeder. 2. Load letter-size plain paper in -One Nozzles are no gaps, press OK to clean...
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You must replace the cartridge first (see any improvement after cleaning the print head three times, turn off your WorkForce 500 Series often, it . 6. Note: If you don't see page 36). 1. Caution: Never turn off the printer during a cleaning cycle or you do not use your WorkForce 500 Series and wait at least...letter-size plain paper in the sheet feeder. 2. Select Head Cleaning and press OK. 5. If you may not be able to let any dried ink soften. Cleaning the Print Head 33 Press x Start to run a nozzle check and confirm that the print head is a good idea to print...
You must replace the cartridge first (see any improvement after cleaning the print head three times, turn off your WorkForce 500 Series often, it . 6. Note: If you don't see page 36). 1. Caution: Never turn off the printer during a cleaning cycle or you do not use your WorkForce 500 Series and wait at least...letter-size plain paper in the sheet feeder. 2. Select Head Cleaning and press OK. 5. If you may not be able to let any dried ink soften. Cleaning the Print Head 33 Press x Start to run a nozzle check and confirm that the print head is a good idea to print...
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... know when an ink cartridge is actually a High Capacity cartridge. This is not a problem, however, because the WorkForce 500 Series recognizes that is connected to the Internet, you may see the instructions in -One This window can optionally display ink offers and other cartridges are not expended. Note: To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see a screen...
... know when an ink cartridge is actually a High Capacity cartridge. This is not a problem, however, because the WorkForce 500 Series recognizes that is connected to the Internet, you may see the instructions in -One This window can optionally display ink offers and other cartridges are not expended. Note: To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see a screen...
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... ink cartridges in printer damage. If you bring them inside from out in the cartridge after the "replace cartridge" indicator comes on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of other products may affect your print quality and could result in a cool, dark place. Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 35 We recommend that you order or purchase new ink cartridges: Ink color...
... ink cartridges in printer damage. If you bring them inside from out in the cartridge after the "replace cartridge" indicator comes on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of other products may affect your print quality and could result in a cool, dark place. Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 35 We recommend that you order or purchase new ink cartridges: Ink color...
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... out. 1. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to be replaced and press OK. (If you have a new ink cartridge before you see a message on the WorkForce 500 Series. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones. Replacing Ink Cartridges Make sure you have installed a High Capacity ink cartridge-68-the message on your hands, wash...
... out. 1. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to be replaced and press OK. (If you have a new ink cartridge before you see a message on the WorkForce 500 Series. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones. Replacing Ink Cartridges Make sure you have installed a High Capacity ink cartridge-68-the message on your hands, wash...
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... charging the ink. Shake the cartridge several times, then remove it clicks into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place. 7. Caution: Do not remove any other labels or seals, or ink will leak. 6. Insert the new ink cartridge into place. 8. Caution: To conserve ink, never turn off the WorkForce 500 Series while ink is finished...
... charging the ink. Shake the cartridge several times, then remove it clicks into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place. 7. Caution: Do not remove any other labels or seals, or ink will leak. 6. Insert the new ink cartridge into place. 8. Caution: To conserve ink, never turn off the WorkForce 500 Series while ink is finished...
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...static, press Setup, select Fax Settings, select Communication, and turn off the V.34 and ECM (Error Correction Mode) settings. ■ If the WorkForce 500 Series is connected to see page 36). ■ If you're copying, place the document flat against the scanner glass. ■ Clean the ...connected to align the print head. Reload the paper. port. See the on-screen Epson Information Center for the necessary filter. ■ If fax calls are not recommended), or use Epson papers (see page 5) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 36). ■ If you hang up, make sure a phone or...
...static, press Setup, select Fax Settings, select Communication, and turn off the V.34 and ECM (Error Correction Mode) settings. ■ If the WorkForce 500 Series is connected to see page 36). ■ If you're copying, place the document flat against the scanner glass. ■ Clean the ...connected to align the print head. Reload the paper. port. See the on-screen Epson Information Center for the necessary filter. ■ If fax calls are not recommended), or use Epson papers (see page 5) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 36). ■ If you hang up, make sure a phone or...
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... P On button, and wait until the P On light stops flashing before unplugging the printer or cutting off , or on the product label. ■ Use only the power ...openings in the product case or insert objects through the slots. 42 Notices otherwise ink may cause fires or shock. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of...the product using the product for a long period, unplug the power cord from the cartridges. ■ Avoid placing the product in locations that are subject to the electrical outlet...in-one, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all directions....
... P On button, and wait until the P On light stops flashing before unplugging the printer or cutting off , or on the product label. ■ Use only the power ...openings in the product case or insert objects through the slots. 42 Notices otherwise ink may cause fires or shock. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of...the product using the product for a long period, unplug the power cord from the cartridges. ■ Avoid placing the product in locations that are subject to the electrical outlet...in-one, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all directions....
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...inside the product. ■ Do not spill liquid on your hand inside the product or touch any cartridges during printing. ■ Install a new ink cartridge immediately after removing an expended one. If the liquid crystal solution gets on the product. ■ Adjust only those controls that the...the product is damaged, contact Epson. LCD Screen Safety ■ Use only a dry, soft cloth to prevent the ink from staining items that are covered by the operating instructions. Doing so may be ink remaining around the printer. Do not store the cartridge upside down. Except as the...
...inside the product. ■ Do not spill liquid on your hand inside the product or touch any cartridges during printing. ■ Install a new ink cartridge immediately after removing an expended one. If the liquid crystal solution gets on the product. ■ Adjust only those controls that the...the product is damaged, contact Epson. LCD Screen Safety ■ Use only a dry, soft cloth to prevent the ink from staining items that are covered by the operating instructions. Doing so may be ink remaining around the printer. Do not store the cartridge upside down. Except as the...
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...DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added...or reimbursement of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may have other than by Epson. Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to...
...DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added...or reimbursement of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may have other than by Epson. Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to...
Start Here
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Cartridges are ready to install the ink. Remove the tape. 2 Turn on the back under "Any questions?". If anything is missing, contact Epson as described on 1 Connect the power cable. Caution: Do not connect to maintain reliability. Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are vacuum packed to your computer yet. 2 Press the On button. Start Here 1 Unpack (Included for Canada only) Canada only: For French speakers, remove sticker(s) from the backing sheet and place over corresponding text on the control panel.
Cartridges are ready to install the ink. Remove the tape. 2 Turn on the back under "Any questions?". If anything is missing, contact Epson as described on 1 Connect the power cable. Caution: Do not connect to maintain reliability. Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are vacuum packed to your computer yet. 2 Press the On button. Start Here 1 Unpack (Included for Canada only) Canada only: For French speakers, remove sticker(s) from the backing sheet and place over corresponding text on the control panel.
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... 2 minutes. Caution: Don't turn off the WorkForce 500 Series while the ink system is initializing or you'll waste ink. 4 Install ink cartridges Note: Don't load paper before installing the ink cartridges. 1 Lift up the scanner. 2 Open the cartridge cover. 3 Shake the ink cartridges, then unpack them. 4 Remove only the yellow tape from each cartridge. Caution: Don't remove any other seals from...
... 2 minutes. Caution: Don't turn off the WorkForce 500 Series while the ink system is initializing or you'll waste ink. 4 Install ink cartridges Note: Don't load paper before installing the ink cartridges. 1 Lift up the scanner. 2 Open the cartridge cover. 3 Shake the ink cartridges, then unpack them. 4 Remove only the yellow tape from each cartridge. Caution: Don't remove any other seals from...
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... 500 Series Ink Cartridges Color Standard Capacity High Capacity Black 69 68 Cyan 69 68 Magenta 69 68 Yellow 69 68 The 68 High Capacity color ink cartridges are available only online; This information is subject to change without notice. © 2008 Epson America, Inc. 5/08 CPD-25485 Cut out the card to find the nearest one...
... 500 Series Ink Cartridges Color Standard Capacity High Capacity Black 69 68 Cyan 69 68 Magenta 69 68 Yellow 69 68 The 68 High Capacity color ink cartridges are available only online; This information is subject to change without notice. © 2008 Epson America, Inc. 5/08 CPD-25485 Cut out the card to find the nearest one...