Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... core technologies used in delivering exceptional print quality. Print Quality-Core Printing Technologies The core technologies used in Epson ink jet printers produces: Greater detail in highlights, without visible printed "dots" Smooth gradations with precise color control and superior... is equally important 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 produce ...
... core technologies used in delivering exceptional print quality. Print Quality-Core Printing Technologies The core technologies used in Epson ink jet printers produces: Greater detail in highlights, without visible printed "dots" Smooth gradations with precise color control and superior... is equally important 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 produce ...
Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... and blends become smoother as resolution and droplet control are used in achieving print quality. Smallest ink droplets produce smooth photos, especially beneficial for smoother gradations Ink Jet Printer Technical Brief Large droplets are increased Epson printers use halftone algorithms with more inconsistent droplets with satellites and misting. 2. Thermal technologies Heat method: Heat...
... and blends become smoother as resolution and droplet control are used in achieving print quality. Smallest ink droplets produce smooth photos, especially beneficial for smoother gradations Ink Jet Printer Technical Brief Large droplets are increased Epson printers use halftone algorithms with more inconsistent droplets with satellites and misting. 2. Thermal technologies Heat method: Heat...
Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... names used herein are present and used with Epson printers and genuine Epson inks so when all rights in the Ink Solutions document. 5. 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 Printer + Epson Ink + Epson Paper Delivers Epson Quality 6. Specifications subject to primarily...
... names used herein are present and used with Epson printers and genuine Epson inks so when all rights in the Ink Solutions document. 5. 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 Printer + Epson Ink + Epson Paper Delivers Epson Quality 6. Specifications subject to primarily...
Read This First Booklet (Mac OS X Users)
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...described in -between setting (if available) Click Print Depending on your printer, the settings you 're printing on -screen Reference Guide. Select the following settings: I Set the Mode option to Automatic. If you loaded Select the Ink color Select Automatic mode Select higher quality, faster printing, or an...the pull-down menu. To print a black text document, click Black. You see a group of settings like this: Select the type of your Printer Basics book or on the other available print settings, click Help or see your documentation. 6 I Set the slider to Quality or Speed to ...
...described in -between setting (if available) Click Print Depending on your printer, the settings you 're printing on -screen Reference Guide. Select the following settings: I Set the Mode option to Automatic. If you loaded Select the Ink color Select Automatic mode Select higher quality, faster printing, or an...the pull-down menu. To print a black text document, click Black. You see a group of settings like this: Select the type of your Printer Basics book or on the other available print settings, click Help or see your documentation. 6 I Set the slider to Quality or Speed to ...
Read This First Booklet (Mac OS X Users)
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You see the EPSON Printer Utility screen: 9 Double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Select your printer, then . . . Double-click the Applications folder on your drive. 2. Click OK 3. You see the Printer List: Select your printer and click OK. Using the Printer Maintenance Utilities When you need to run a nozzle check, clean or align the print head, or check the level of ink in the ink cartridges, follow the instructions in this section. 1.
You see the EPSON Printer Utility screen: 9 Double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Select your printer, then . . . Double-click the Applications folder on your drive. 2. Click OK 3. You see the Printer List: Select your printer and click OK. Using the Printer Maintenance Utilities When you need to run a nozzle check, clean or align the print head, or check the level of ink in the ink cartridges, follow the instructions in this section. 1.
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For details, see if you 're finished, close the EPSON Printer Utility and any open windows on your screen. 10 When you need to clean your print head I Head Cleaning, to clean your print head and ... a test pattern and check to run the utility. Follow the on -screen Reference Guide. 6. Double-click one of the following utility icons: I EPSON StatusMonitor, to check the level of ink in your ink cartridges I Head Alignment, to correct vertical misalignment of your Printer Basics book or on -screen instructions to see your print head 5. 4.
For details, see if you 're finished, close the EPSON Printer Utility and any open windows on your screen. 10 When you need to clean your print head I Head Cleaning, to clean your print head and ... a test pattern and check to run the utility. Follow the on -screen Reference Guide. 6. Double-click one of the following utility icons: I EPSON StatusMonitor, to check the level of ink in your ink cartridges I Head Alignment, to correct vertical misalignment of your Printer Basics book or on -screen instructions to see your print head 5. 4.
Read This First Booklet (Mac OS X Users)
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A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials Digital cameras and scanners, like photocopiers, conventional cameras, and ink jet printers, can be responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using digital cameras, scanners, and ink jet printers. EPSON disclaims any consumable products other printers. Trademarks EPSON and EPSON Stylus are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of SEIKO...
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials Digital cameras and scanners, like photocopiers, conventional cameras, and ink jet printers, can be responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using digital cameras, scanners, and ink jet printers. EPSON disclaims any consumable products other printers. Trademarks EPSON and EPSON Stylus are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of SEIKO...
At-A-Glance
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... 2001 Epson and Stylus are the property of Seiko Epson Corporation. Prints Photo Quality color up to 8 ppm and hammers out lback text up to 8 ppm* Quick drying inks Yes Max. Competitive Specs EPSON Stylus C60 Print ...Printer, Product Code: C11C418001 • Printer driver CD Epson Software™ Film Factory™ Lite • Color Ink Cartridge, Product Code T029201 • Black Ink Cartridge, Product Code T028201 • Quick-Start Guide, User's Guide *Black text and color speeds are in Economy mode on plain paper. It's all about value! EPSON® Stylus® C60...
... 2001 Epson and Stylus are the property of Seiko Epson Corporation. Prints Photo Quality color up to 8 ppm and hammers out lback text up to 8 ppm* Quick drying inks Yes Max. Competitive Specs EPSON Stylus C60 Print ...Printer, Product Code: C11C418001 • Printer driver CD Epson Software™ Film Factory™ Lite • Color Ink Cartridge, Product Code T029201 • Black Ink Cartridge, Product Code T028201 • Quick-Start Guide, User's Guide *Black text and color speeds are in Economy mode on plain paper. It's all about value! EPSON® Stylus® C60...
Printer Basics
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Contents WELCOME 1 About Your Software 1 About Your Documentation 2 Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips 2 Installing Your EPSON Print Show Movies and Reference Guide 3 Viewing Your EPSON Print Show Movies and Reference Guide 4 PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH 7 Loading Paper 8 Loading Envelopes 9 Basic Printing in Windows 10 Selecting ... Paper 19 Opening Your Photos in Film Factory 20 Setting Up Your Print Job 22 Printing Your Photos 23 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER 25 Cleaning the Print Head 25 Running the Head Cleaning Utility 26 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 27 Replacing an...
Contents WELCOME 1 About Your Software 1 About Your Documentation 2 Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips 2 Installing Your EPSON Print Show Movies and Reference Guide 3 Viewing Your EPSON Print Show Movies and Reference Guide 4 PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH 7 Loading Paper 8 Loading Envelopes 9 Basic Printing in Windows 10 Selecting ... Paper 19 Opening Your Photos in Film Factory 20 Setting Up Your Print Job 22 Printing Your Photos 23 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER 25 Cleaning the Print Head 25 Running the Head Cleaning Utility 26 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 27 Replacing an...
Printer Basics
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Limited Warranty 54 INDEX 57 iv Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 29 Aligning the Print Head 32 Cleaning the Printer 33 Transporting the Printer 34 SOLVING PROBLEMS 35 Printer Parts 36 Diagnosing Printer Problems 37 Running a Printer Check 38 Problems and Solutions 39 Setup and Software Installation Problems 39 Printer Problems 40 Print Quality Problems 41 Paper Feeding...
Limited Warranty 54 INDEX 57 iv Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 29 Aligning the Print Head 32 Cleaning the Printer 33 Transporting the Printer 34 SOLVING PROBLEMS 35 Printer Parts 36 Diagnosing Printer Problems 37 Running a Printer Check 38 Problems and Solutions 39 Setup and Software Installation Problems 39 Printer Problems 40 Print Quality Problems 41 Paper Feeding...
Printer Basics
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Welcome! I Your on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, improving print quality, and other basic tasks. Download instructions are animated tutorials on -screen Reference Guide gives you complete information about your photos in ... print anything from reports and resumes to 2880 by 720 dpi, you control how your printer driver. Your EPSON Stylus® C60 is a photo management program that came with your printer includes all the software you organize, beautify, and print your printer. (You need for printing. (You must have a CD-ROM or DVD drive installed in...
Welcome! I Your on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, improving print quality, and other basic tasks. Download instructions are animated tutorials on -screen Reference Guide gives you complete information about your photos in ... print anything from reports and resumes to 2880 by 720 dpi, you control how your printer driver. Your EPSON Stylus® C60 is a photo management program that came with your printer includes all the software you organize, beautify, and print your printer. (You need for printing. (You must have a CD-ROM or DVD drive installed in...
Printer Basics
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Installing Your EPSON Print Show Movies and Reference Guide Need help loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? Follow these steps to view the Reference Guide. Welcome! 3 If you are using Windows XP, first click start.) Double-click My Computer, double-click your printer CD-ROM. 2. Click Install Printer Movies and...
Installing Your EPSON Print Show Movies and Reference Guide Need help loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? Follow these steps to view the Reference Guide. Welcome! 3 If you are using Windows XP, first click start.) Double-click My Computer, double-click your printer CD-ROM. 2. Click Install Printer Movies and...
Printer Basics
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... on page 19 7 No matter what kind of paper. For the best-looking photos, most vivid colors, and sharpest text, always use EPSON ink jet papers. Your printer automatically adjusts itself for each type of paper you need to remember two things: I Use the right paper. They tell your... printer settings every time you start, make sure your printer software is installed as described on page 18 I Choose the right printer settings. Printing From Start to Finish Before you print. Follow the instructions in these ...
... on page 19 7 No matter what kind of paper. For the best-looking photos, most vivid colors, and sharpest text, always use EPSON ink jet papers. Your printer automatically adjusts itself for each type of paper you need to remember two things: I Use the right paper. They tell your... printer settings every time you start, make sure your printer software is installed as described on page 18 I Choose the right printer settings. Printing From Start to Finish Before you print. Follow the instructions in these ...
Printer Basics
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...page 18. If you 're printing on all types of paper you 're using. The most important thing to remember is to select, see your printer Properties (or Preferences) window. I Choose the paper you 're not sure which setting to set the correct Media Type for the paper you loaded Select... the Ink color Select Automatic mode Select higher quality or faster printing Click OK 4. Make the following settings on the Properties (or Preferences) window: I Set the Ink option to Color to Finish 11
...page 18. If you 're printing on all types of paper you 're using. The most important thing to remember is to select, see your printer Properties (or Preferences) window. I Choose the paper you 're not sure which setting to set the correct Media Type for the paper you loaded Select... the Ink color Select Automatic mode Select higher quality or faster printing Click OK 4. Make the following settings on the Properties (or Preferences) window: I Set the Ink option to Color to Finish 11
Printer Basics
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Click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on your print job. Select Printer Settings. You see your printer Properties window, as described on page 11. 3. Printing From Start to turn off . You can change the settings in your printer, make sure you want to turn it off the printer. After a moment, this window appears ... Click to cancel, pause, or restart printing. If you can use for example, previewing your printout or adding a watermark-see how much ink you 're currently using. Right-click the printer icon on letter-size paper-you 're finished.
Click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on your print job. Select Printer Settings. You see your printer Properties window, as described on page 11. 3. Printing From Start to turn off . You can change the settings in your printer, make sure you want to turn it off the printer. After a moment, this window appears ... Click to cancel, pause, or restart printing. If you can use for example, previewing your printout or adding a watermark-see how much ink you 're currently using. Right-click the printer icon on letter-size paper-you 're finished.
Printer Basics
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... Printing on page 8. After you need to print. 1. If not, you create your document, follow these steps to select your printer in the printer, as described on a Macintosh Here's what to do to Finish button. 14 Printing From Start to print a basic document-such ..., and other settings. From the File menu, select Page Setup. Make sure you loaded Select the Ink color Select Automatic mode Select higher quality or faster printing For more information about printer settings, click the ? Make sure C60 Series is selected. You see C60 Series Select your document 2.
... Printing on page 8. After you need to print. 1. If not, you create your document, follow these steps to select your printer in the printer, as described on a Macintosh Here's what to do to Finish button. 14 Printing From Start to print a basic document-such ..., and other settings. From the File menu, select Page Setup. Make sure you loaded Select the Ink color Select Automatic mode Select higher quality or faster printing For more information about printer settings, click the ? Make sure C60 Series is selected. You see C60 Series Select your document 2.
Printer Basics
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... of these settings: I Economy: For printing rough drafts of special effects. 1. Saves ink. 16 Printing From Start to turn it . Never use custom settings for example, printing posters or adding a watermark-see your printer, make sure you 're finished using your on-screen Reference Guide (as described on ... Your Print Settings You can use a power strip or external switch to Finish When you press the P power button to open it off the printer. On the Properties or Preferences window (or the Print window on a Macintosh), click Custom, then click the Custom Settings list to turn off ...
... of these settings: I Economy: For printing rough drafts of special effects. 1. Saves ink. 16 Printing From Start to turn it . Never use custom settings for example, printing posters or adding a watermark-see your printer, make sure you 're finished using your on-screen Reference Guide (as described on ... Your Print Settings You can use a power strip or external switch to Finish When you press the P power button to open it off the printer. On the Properties or Preferences window (or the Print window on a Macintosh), click Custom, then click the Custom Settings list to turn off ...
Printer Basics
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... Film EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies EPSON Matte Paper - Heavyweight EPSON Double-Sided Matte Paper Select this paper . . . Heavyweight The availability of paper you should choose for your paper: For this Media Type setting . . . That's why the Media Type setting is so important. It tells your print settings. Selecting the Correct Media Type Your printer automatically...
... Film EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies EPSON Matte Paper - Heavyweight EPSON Double-Sided Matte Paper Select this paper . . . Heavyweight The availability of paper you should choose for your paper: For this Media Type setting . . . That's why the Media Type setting is so important. It tells your print settings. Selecting the Correct Media Type Your printer automatically...
Printer Basics
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... click the Help button (Macintosh). 20 Printing From Start to Finish The following sections tell you need assistance with this printer; Start Film Factory. I Load plain paper or EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper up to the arrow mark inside the left edge. it may cause a paper jam. You see the main... Photo Paper, Double-Sided Matte Paper, Photo Stickers, and other programs. Opening Your Photos in Film Factory 1. I Load up to 30 EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards or Glossy Photo Greeting Cards I Load up to 20 sheets of print you want If you how to print with other special ...
... click the Help button (Macintosh). 20 Printing From Start to Finish The following sections tell you need assistance with this printer; Start Film Factory. I Load plain paper or EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper up to the arrow mark inside the left edge. it may cause a paper jam. You see the main... Photo Paper, Double-Sided Matte Paper, Photo Stickers, and other programs. Opening Your Photos in Film Factory 1. I Load up to 30 EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards or Glossy Photo Greeting Cards I Load up to 20 sheets of print you want If you how to print with other special ...
Printer Basics
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...unclogs the nozzles so they can also clean the print head by holding down the b maintenance button on the printer for detailed instructions. 25 You can deliver ink properly. See your EPSON Print Show movies or on-screen Reference Guide for three seconds (when the red b error light is connected ... steps for : I Cleaning the Print Head below I Replacing an Ink Cartridge on page 27 I Aligning the Print Head on page 32 I Cleaning the Printer on page 33 I Transporting the Printer on page 34 For more details, watch your EPSON Print Show movies or read your on-screen Reference Guide. Print head...
...unclogs the nozzles so they can also clean the print head by holding down the b maintenance button on the printer for detailed instructions. 25 You can deliver ink properly. See your EPSON Print Show movies or on-screen Reference Guide for three seconds (when the red b error light is connected ... steps for : I Cleaning the Print Head below I Replacing an Ink Cartridge on page 27 I Aligning the Print Head on page 32 I Cleaning the Printer on page 33 I Transporting the Printer on page 34 For more details, watch your EPSON Print Show movies or read your on-screen Reference Guide. Print head...