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... the way up, then install each cartridge in until it is used for charging the printer. Push each cartridge in the correct slot for its color. The printer starts charging the ink. 3 Install cartridges 1 Open the cartridge cover. 2 Unpack the 4 ink cartridges. 3 Shake each cartridge for about 3 minutes. This takes about 5 seconds. 4 Make sure the...
... the way up, then install each cartridge in until it is used for charging the printer. Push each cartridge in the correct slot for its color. The printer starts charging the ink. 3 Install cartridges 1 Open the cartridge cover. 2 Unpack the 4 ink cartridges. 3 Shake each cartridge for about 3 minutes. This takes about 5 seconds. 4 Make sure the...
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...) (B-500DN only) T6173 High Capacity Ink Cartridge (Yellow) (B-500DN only) T6174 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge (Black) T6161 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge (Cyan) T6162 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge (Magenta) T6163 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge (Yellow) T6164 Maintenance Box T619000 Legal-size Paper Support C12C815341 Duplex unit (B-300 only) C12C802531 Epson is a registered trademark, Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered...
...) (B-500DN only) T6173 High Capacity Ink Cartridge (Yellow) (B-500DN only) T6174 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge (Black) T6161 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge (Cyan) T6162 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge (Magenta) T6163 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge (Yellow) T6164 Maintenance Box T619000 Legal-size Paper Support C12C815341 Duplex unit (B-300 only) C12C802531 Epson is a registered trademark, Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered...
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... for the Printer 10 Using the Printer 11 Handling Ink Cartridges 11 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 13 Chapter 1 Using Your Software Overview of Printer Driver and Status Monitor 14 Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows 14 Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X 15 Printing Web Pages to Fit to Your Paper Size 16 Accessing EPSON Web...
... for the Printer 10 Using the Printer 11 Handling Ink Cartridges 11 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 13 Chapter 1 Using Your Software Overview of Printer Driver and Status Monitor 14 Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows 14 Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X 15 Printing Web Pages to Fit to Your Paper Size 16 Accessing EPSON Web...
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...Ink Cartridges 122 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 122 Purchasing Epson Cartridges 126 Handling Precautions 126 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 128 Maintenance Box 131 Checking the Maintenance Box Status 131 Purchasing a Replacement Maintenance Box 134 Handling Precautions 135 Replacing the Maintenance Box 135 Chapter 8 Maintaining Your Printer... 140 Using the Head Cleaning Utility for Mac OS X 141 Using the Control Panel (B-500DN 141 Using the Printer Buttons (B-300 142 Aligning the Print Head 143 Using the Print Head Alignment Utility for Windows 143 Using the Print Head Alignment...
...Ink Cartridges 122 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 122 Purchasing Epson Cartridges 126 Handling Precautions 126 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 128 Maintenance Box 131 Checking the Maintenance Box Status 131 Purchasing a Replacement Maintenance Box 134 Handling Precautions 135 Replacing the Maintenance Box 135 Chapter 8 Maintaining Your Printer... 140 Using the Head Cleaning Utility for Mac OS X 141 Using the Control Panel (B-500DN 141 Using the Printer Buttons (B-300 142 Aligning the Print Head 143 Using the Print Head Alignment Utility for Windows 143 Using the Print Head Alignment...
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...Error Indicators 158 Running a Printer Operation Check (for B-500DN Users 158 Running a Printer Operation Check (for B-300 Users 159 Checking Printer Status 160 For Windows 160 Using the Progress Meter 161 Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 162 ...For Mac OS X 164 The Paper Jams 165 Print Quality Problems 169 Horizontal Banding 170 Vertical Misalignment or Banding 170 Incorrect or Missing Colors 171 Blurry or Smeared Printout 171 Ink...
...Error Indicators 158 Running a Printer Operation Check (for B-500DN Users 158 Running a Printer Operation Check (for B-300 Users 159 Checking Printer Status 160 For Windows 160 Using the Progress Meter 161 Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 162 ...For Mac OS X 164 The Paper Jams 165 Print Quality Problems 169 Horizontal Banding 170 Vertical Misalignment or Banding 170 Incorrect or Missing Colors 171 Blurry or Smeared Printout 171 Ink...
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Appendix A Where To Get Help Epson Technical Support 182 Speak to a Support Representative 182 Purchase Accessories 182 Appendix B Product Information Printer Parts 183 B-500DN 183 B-300 185 Paper, Consumables, and Options 187 Paper 187 Ink Cartridges 187 Maintenance Box 188 Duplex Unit (B-300 Users only 188 Legal-size Paper Support 188 System Requirements 188 Technical Specifications...
Appendix A Where To Get Help Epson Technical Support 182 Speak to a Support Representative 182 Purchase Accessories 182 Appendix B Product Information Printer Parts 183 B-500DN 183 B-300 185 Paper, Consumables, and Options 187 Paper 187 Ink Cartridges 187 Maintenance Box 188 Duplex Unit (B-300 Users only 188 Legal-size Paper Support 188 System Requirements 188 Technical Specifications...
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...between the back of the connectors. Safety Instructions 10 Choosing a Place for the Printer Observe the following conditions: The power cord or plug is attached correctly after setting up the printer. Otherwise, ink may damage both devices connected by the wall, leave at an angle. ❏...detached. Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation may leak from the ink packs. ❏ Leave enough space in performance. ❏ When connecting the printer to allow for sufficient ventilation. ❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be fully ejected. ...
...between the back of the connectors. Safety Instructions 10 Choosing a Place for the Printer Observe the following conditions: The power cord or plug is attached correctly after setting up the printer. Otherwise, ink may damage both devices connected by the wall, leave at an angle. ❏...detached. Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation may leak from the ink packs. ❏ Leave enough space in performance. ❏ When connecting the printer to allow for sufficient ventilation. ❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be fully ejected. ...
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...Do not unplug the printer or turn off the printer using the printer: ❏ Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless instructed to do not drink the ink. ❏ If ink gets on the printer. ❏ Do not touch the white flat cable inside the printer. ❏ Do... stops flashing. ❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that contain flammable gases inside the printer during printing. ❏ Always turn off with water. Using the Printer Observe the following when handling ink cartridges: ❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and...
...Do not unplug the printer or turn off the printer using the printer: ❏ Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless instructed to do not drink the ink. ❏ If ink gets on the printer. ❏ Do not touch the white flat cable inside the printer. ❏ Do... stops flashing. ❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that contain flammable gases inside the printer during printing. ❏ Always turn off with water. Using the Printer Observe the following when handling ink cartridges: ❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and...
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... unnecessary, but care is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. The IC chip on the side of the cartridge. If you remove an ink cartridge for best results. This may affect normal operation and printing. ❏ Store ink cartridges in the same environment as the ink cartridge status, so that the cartridge...
... unnecessary, but care is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. The IC chip on the side of the cartridge. If you remove an ink cartridge for best results. This may affect normal operation and printing. ❏ Store ink cartridges in the same environment as the ink cartridge status, so that the cartridge...
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... papers that are formulated for the ink used in Epson ink jet printers, and recommends these papers to smear on page 187. The printable side is curled, flatten it or curl it slightly in mind. See the instruction ...sheets packed with the paper first and keep the following points in the opposite direction before loading. Printing on curled paper may cause ink to...
... papers that are formulated for the ink used in Epson ink jet printers, and recommends these papers to smear on page 187. The printable side is curled, flatten it or curl it slightly in mind. See the instruction ...sheets packed with the paper first and keep the following points in the opposite direction before loading. Printing on curled paper may cause ink to...
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You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies CentralSM at a time Up to 100 sheets Up to 15 envelopes Note: ❏ If the paper is ...Rear sheet feeder: Media Type Plain paper (letter-size) Plain paper (legal-size) Epson Bright White Paper Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-Sided Epson Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets Epson Presentation Paper Matte Envelopes Loading Capacity Up to 150 sheets 1 sheet at a time ...
You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies CentralSM at a time Up to 100 sheets Up to 15 envelopes Note: ❏ If the paper is ...Rear sheet feeder: Media Type Plain paper (letter-size) Plain paper (legal-size) Epson Bright White Paper Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-Sided Epson Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets Epson Presentation Paper Matte Envelopes Loading Capacity Up to 150 sheets 1 sheet at a time ...
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... maximum capacity of paper you select in your prints from slipping off the printer. For this paper Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-Sided Epson Presentation Paper Matte Envelopes Select this paper type (media type) setting Plain ... Type or Media Type The printer automatically adjusts itself for your printer what kind of paper you should choose for the type of the output tray is 170 sheets. The table below lists the settings you are using and adjusts the ink coverage accordingly. It tells your...
... maximum capacity of paper you select in your prints from slipping off the printer. For this paper Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-Sided Epson Presentation Paper Matte Envelopes Select this paper type (media type) setting Plain ... Type or Media Type The printer automatically adjusts itself for your printer what kind of paper you should choose for the type of the output tray is 170 sheets. The table below lists the settings you are using and adjusts the ink coverage accordingly. It tells your...
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... paper, pages 6 and 7 on the back of the second sheet, and pages 10 and 11 on the paper and the amount of ink used to print text and images, ink may bleed through to the other side of the paper. ❏ The surface of the paper may be smeared during double-sided... bound together into the rear sheet feeder, you reload these sheets into a booklet. Folded booklet double-sided printing allows you reload the paper into the printer. ✽: Binding edge You can create a booklet by printing pages 1 and 4 on the first sheet of paper, pages 5 and 8 on the second sheet, and pages...
... paper, pages 6 and 7 on the back of the second sheet, and pages 10 and 11 on the paper and the amount of ink used to print text and images, ink may bleed through to the other side of the paper. ❏ The surface of the paper may be smeared during double-sided... bound together into the rear sheet feeder, you reload these sheets into a booklet. Folded booklet double-sided printing allows you reload the paper into the printer. ✽: Binding edge You can create a booklet by printing pages 1 and 4 on the first sheet of paper, pages 5 and 8 on the second sheet, and pages...
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... pages with Special Layout Options 59 You can adjust the print density and drying time to prevent ink from bleeding through to save your printout. 7. Printing with text and images ❏ Web for...tall) or Landscape (wide) to pull out your pages. Note: Automatic double-sided printing supports plain paper and Epson Bright White Paper only. 1. Select the appropriate Quality Option, Paper Options, and Orientation. & See "Automatic Double... setting. 4. Select Duplex Printing. 8. Access the printer settings. & See "Accessing the Printer Driver for good quality and speed 3.
... pages with Special Layout Options 59 You can adjust the print density and drying time to prevent ink from bleeding through to save your printout. 7. Printing with text and images ❏ Web for...tall) or Landscape (wide) to pull out your pages. Note: Automatic double-sided printing supports plain paper and Epson Bright White Paper only. 1. Select the appropriate Quality Option, Paper Options, and Orientation. & See "Automatic Double... setting. 4. Select Duplex Printing. 8. Access the printer settings. & See "Accessing the Printer Driver for good quality and speed 3.
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Select the appropriate document type as the Adjustments setting. Click Adjust Print Density to use the automatic double-sided printing function. 5. Select Auto to open the Print Density Adjustment window. 6. Specify the Print Density and Increased Ink Drying Time as the Select Document Type setting. 7. Printing with Special Layout Options 60 3. Click the Page Layout tab, then select the Duplex Printing check box. 4.
Select the appropriate document type as the Adjustments setting. Click Adjust Print Density to use the automatic double-sided printing function. 5. Select Auto to open the Print Density Adjustment window. 6. Specify the Print Density and Increased Ink Drying Time as the Select Document Type setting. 7. Printing with Special Layout Options 60 3. Click the Page Layout tab, then select the Duplex Printing check box. 4.
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Specify the edge of the paper where the binding will be incorrect. ❏ If a paper jam occurs, refer to the amount of ink used. You can enter any width from 0.12 to 1.18 inches, or from 0.3 to 3.0 cm. Note: ❏ The paper may be placed. Then click OK ...
Specify the edge of the paper where the binding will be incorrect. ❏ If a paper jam occurs, refer to the amount of ink used. You can enter any width from 0.12 to 1.18 inches, or from 0.3 to 3.0 cm. Note: ❏ The paper may be placed. Then click OK ...
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Select the Auto Duplex Printing check box. 13. This automatically adjusts Print Density and Ink Drying Time. Select one of the Document Type settings. Load paper into the printer, and click Print. & See "Loading Paper" on page 22. Select Auto Duplex Printing Settings from the pop-up menu. 12. Note: If you are printing high-density data, such as photos or graphs, we recommend adjusting the Print Density. 15. Select the Binding edge setting. 14. Printing with Special Layout Options 69 11.
Select the Auto Duplex Printing check box. 13. This automatically adjusts Print Density and Ink Drying Time. Select one of the Document Type settings. Load paper into the printer, and click Print. & See "Loading Paper" on page 22. Select Auto Duplex Printing Settings from the pop-up menu. 12. Note: If you are printing high-density data, such as photos or graphs, we recommend adjusting the Print Density. 15. Select the Binding edge setting. 14. Printing with Special Layout Options 69 11.
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... only) Manual double-sided printing Use the following steps to create a folded booklet. Printing with Special Layout Options 72 This automatically adjusts Print Density and Ink Drying Time. Load paper into the printer, and click Print. & See "Loading Paper" on page 22.
... only) Manual double-sided printing Use the following steps to create a folded booklet. Printing with Special Layout Options 72 This automatically adjusts Print Density and Ink Drying Time. Load paper into the printer, and click Print. & See "Loading Paper" on page 22.
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...opposite direction before reloading them. ❏ Align the sheet stack by tapping its edges against a hard, flat surface before reloading it in the printer. Specify the edge of the paper where the binding will be displayed while the outside pages are available. Portrait Landscape * : Folding edge ...** : Margin You can choose Left, Top, or Right. Specify the width of ink used on -screen instructions to the Page Layout window. 9. Choose cm or inch as the Orientation setting. 10. The Top binding position is...
...opposite direction before reloading them. ❏ Align the sheet stack by tapping its edges against a hard, flat surface before reloading it in the printer. Specify the edge of the paper where the binding will be displayed while the outside pages are available. Portrait Landscape * : Folding edge ...** : Margin You can choose Left, Top, or Right. Specify the width of ink used on -screen instructions to the Page Layout window. 9. Choose cm or inch as the Orientation setting. 10. The Top binding position is...
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... mode. The maintenance box is expended. The table below describes the meanings of an error when it occurs. The installed ink cartridges cannot be used with the printer. Selects a desired menu when pressed in Menu mode. The lights let you know the status of the...status light (orange) Description On: The installed ink cartridge is not installed. The ink cartridge is open. The maintenance box cover is not installed. Flashing: The installed ink cartridge is loaded in Menu mode. On: No paper is nearly expended. The printer loads more than one sheet of paper at ...
... mode. The maintenance box is expended. The table below describes the meanings of an error when it occurs. The installed ink cartridges cannot be used with the printer. Selects a desired menu when pressed in Menu mode. The lights let you know the status of the...status light (orange) Description On: The installed ink cartridge is not installed. The ink cartridge is open. The maintenance box cover is not installed. Flashing: The installed ink cartridge is loaded in Menu mode. On: No paper is nearly expended. The printer loads more than one sheet of paper at ...