Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... to determine the most interested in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to get sharp black text, superb photo quality photos, or both on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are registered trademarks of media selected • Epson printers are designed to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. 4.
... to determine the most interested in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to get sharp black text, superb photo quality photos, or both on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are registered trademarks of media selected • Epson printers are designed to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. 4.
DuraBrite Ink Technical Brief
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... been featured on the Epson Stylus C80/C82/C64/C84/CX5200/CX6400, and are currently featured on matte, glossy, and semi-glossy papers. If you print large print runs or presentations that has run dry. When comparing printers, remember to consider both the cost and the yield of the ink cartridges-lower cost cartridges with water-resistant...
... been featured on the Epson Stylus C80/C82/C64/C84/CX5200/CX6400, and are currently featured on matte, glossy, and semi-glossy papers. If you print large print runs or presentations that has run dry. When comparing printers, remember to consider both the cost and the yield of the ink cartridges-lower cost cartridges with water-resistant...
Printer Basics
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Replacing an Ink Cartridge 27 Checking Your Ink Supply 28 Purchasing Cartridges 28 Ink Cartridge Precautions 29 Replacing an Empty or Low Ink Cartridge 29 Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines 32 Aligning the Print Head 34 Cleaning the Printer 36 Transporting the Printer 37 PROBLEM SOLVING 39 Printer Parts 40 Diagnosing Printer Problems 41 Checking the Control Panel Lights 41 Running a Printer Check 42...
Replacing an Ink Cartridge 27 Checking Your Ink Supply 28 Purchasing Cartridges 28 Ink Cartridge Precautions 29 Replacing an Empty or Low Ink Cartridge 29 Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines 32 Aligning the Print Head 34 Cleaning the Printer 36 Transporting the Printer 37 PROBLEM SOLVING 39 Printer Parts 40 Diagnosing Printer Problems 41 Checking the Control Panel Lights 41 Running a Printer Check 42...
Printer Basics
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Limited Warranty 65 INDEX 67 v INSTALLING SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 2000, 95, NT 4.X, AND MACINTOSH OS X 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x 56 Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X 57 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 59 Windows System Requirements 59 Macintosh System Requirements 60 ENERGY STAR Compliance 61 Important Safety Instructions 61 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 62 FCC Compliance Statement 63 Declaration of Conformity 64 Epson America, Inc.
Limited Warranty 65 INDEX 67 v INSTALLING SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 2000, 95, NT 4.X, AND MACINTOSH OS X 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x 56 Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X 57 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 59 Windows System Requirements 59 Macintosh System Requirements 60 ENERGY STAR Compliance 61 Important Safety Instructions 61 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 62 FCC Compliance Statement 63 Declaration of Conformity 64 Epson America, Inc.
Printer Basics
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...EPSON Software Film Factory. ■ Your EPSON Printer Information Center gives you quick, on-screen access to the EPSON PhotoCenter on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, and other tasks. If your digital camera supports Exif Print, you can use this technology when you print with your printer...Exif Print enabled applications such as white balance, contrast, color saturation, and exposure time are posted for your convenience. ■ Your bonus software includes these great tools: EPSON Software™ Film Factory™ is EPSON's free photo-sharing web site where you can 't...
...EPSON Software Film Factory. ■ Your EPSON Printer Information Center gives you quick, on-screen access to the EPSON PhotoCenter on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, and other tasks. If your digital camera supports Exif Print, you can use this technology when you print with your printer...Exif Print enabled applications such as white balance, contrast, color saturation, and exposure time are posted for your convenience. ■ Your bonus software includes these great tools: EPSON Software™ Film Factory™ is EPSON's free photo-sharing web site where you can 't...
Printer Basics
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... program tools to view the manual. Click a topic, then click a title on some Mac OS X systems.) 2. Click Print Show. 3. Using the EPSON Printer Information Center Need help loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? Note: You need a browser-such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 4.0 or later or Netscape Navigator...
... program tools to view the manual. Click a topic, then click a title on some Mac OS X systems.) 2. Click Print Show. 3. Using the EPSON Printer Information Center Need help loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? Note: You need a browser-such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 4.0 or later or Netscape Navigator...
Printer Basics
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...are missing, you don't turn on the printer for a long time, the print quality can decline, so turn it only if print quality declines. Caution: When you may need to clean the print head or replace an ink cartridge, double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on page 37 To ...watch printer movies describing how to clean the print head. Follow the instructions here for moving your...
...are missing, you don't turn on the printer for a long time, the print quality can decline, so turn it only if print quality declines. Caution: When you may need to clean the print head or replace an ink cartridge, double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on page 37 To ...watch printer movies describing how to clean the print head. Follow the instructions here for moving your...
Printer Basics
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... 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to replace an ink cartridge; When the Ppower light stops flashing, make sure plain paper is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for details). 5. Click ...to 9.x: Open your screen). Select Head Cleaning. Select C82 Series in its lines, click Finish. Caution: Never turn the printer off and wait overnight-this allows any gaps, click ...or Print. Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. If the pattern has any dried ink to clean the print head again. see the next section for ...
... 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to replace an ink cartridge; When the Ppower light stops flashing, make sure plain paper is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for details). 5. Click ...to 9.x: Open your screen). Select Head Cleaning. Select C82 Series in its lines, click Finish. Caution: Never turn the printer off and wait overnight-this allows any gaps, click ...or Print. Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. If the pattern has any dried ink to clean the print head again. see the next section for ...
Printer Basics
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..., you print. This is low on page 41. Caution: You cannot print if any of your printer for instructions. otherwise the ink remaining in your ink cartridges is a good time to make sure you 're done. Maintaining Your Printer 27 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern you may need to replace...
..., you print. This is low on page 41. Caution: You cannot print if any of your printer for instructions. otherwise the ink remaining in your ink cartridges is a good time to make sure you 're done. Maintaining Your Printer 27 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern you may need to replace...
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... the following: ■ Windows: Double-click the printer icon on the right: Purchasing Cartridges Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them . Just click the Buy Now button to launch your web browser. ■ Macintosh: OS 8.6 to your screen). OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > C82 Series > EPSON Status Monitor. You see a window like the one...
... the following: ■ Windows: Double-click the printer icon on the right: Purchasing Cartridges Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them . Just click the Buy Now button to launch your web browser. ■ Macintosh: OS 8.6 to your screen). OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > C82 Series > EPSON Status Monitor. You see a window like the one...
Printer Basics
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Ink Cartridge Precautions Warning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of Don't touch this can damage the printer. Place it to replace ink cartridges when the red H ink out light is turned on , but not flashing. 2. The P power light should be on and not printing. In Canada, please call the EPSON StoreSM at (800) 873-7766, or visit the...
Ink Cartridge Precautions Warning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of Don't touch this can damage the printer. Place it to replace ink cartridges when the red H ink out light is turned on , but not flashing. 2. The P power light should be on and not printing. In Canada, please call the EPSON StoreSM at (800) 873-7766, or visit the...
Printer Basics
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... head. This happens after you press the H ink button for one ink cartridge is empty, the next cartridge moves under the _ mark. Caution: Don't press the H ink button for more than 2 seconds, or the printer will start to the ink cartridge replacement position. 30 Maintaining Your Printer Ink button To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand...
... head. This happens after you press the H ink button for one ink cartridge is empty, the next cartridge moves under the _ mark. Caution: Don't press the H ink button for more than 2 seconds, or the printer will start to the ink cartridge replacement position. 30 Maintaining Your Printer Ink button To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand...
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... flash. Note: Don't press the H ink button for more than 2 seconds, or the printer will start the ink cartridge replacement procedure, you must have the correct replacement cartridges. Ink button 32 Maintaining Your Printer Make sure you have the new ink cartridges before you continue. Macintosh 8.6 to 9.x: Open your Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Macintosh OS X: Open your...
... flash. Note: Don't press the H ink button for more than 2 seconds, or the printer will start the ink cartridge replacement procedure, you must have the correct replacement cartridges. Ink button 32 Maintaining Your Printer Make sure you have the new ink cartridges before you continue. Macintosh 8.6 to 9.x: Open your Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Macintosh OS X: Open your...
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.... 1. Follow these steps: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Remove any paper from the printer. 4. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and test your printer some distance, you move your printer. Repack the printer and attachments in the far right position. Then press the P power...
.... 1. Follow these steps: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Remove any paper from the printer. 4. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and test your printer some distance, you move your printer. Repack the printer and attachments in the far right position. Then press the P power...
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Printer Parts Left edge guide Paper support Right edge guide Printer cover Output tray Output tray extensions Ink cartridge holder (not removable) Paper thickness lever Paper / Cancel Print Job button and paper out light Ink button and ink out light Power button and light 40 Problem Solving
Printer Parts Left edge guide Paper support Right edge guide Printer cover Output tray Output tray extensions Ink cartridge holder (not removable) Paper thickness lever Paper / Cancel Print Job button and paper out light Ink button and ink out light Power button and light 40 Problem Solving
Printer Basics
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... or EPSON as described on after you've replaced a cartridge, you may have installed a cartridge your printer can't use . Press the ) paper button to replace the empty cartridge. Check the number on the cartridge package to resume printing. ) is flashing Paper has jammed in this section, or running a printer check, as described on One of the ink cartridges is...
... or EPSON as described on after you've replaced a cartridge, you may have installed a cartridge your printer can't use . Press the ) paper button to replace the empty cartridge. Check the number on the cartridge package to resume printing. ) is flashing Paper has jammed in this section, or running a printer check, as described on One of the ink cartridges is...
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Setup and Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its ink delivery system for your system. (You'll find them on the Start Here sheet or beginning on page 53.) Also ...turn off the printer, wait a moment, then turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on . Problem Solving 43 If the light is turned on page 59. ■ Close your other applications, including any problems setting up your printer icon (C82 Series) doesn't appear in the printer. Problems and Solutions...
Setup and Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its ink delivery system for your system. (You'll find them on the Start Here sheet or beginning on page 53.) Also ...turn off the printer, wait a moment, then turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on . Problem Solving 43 If the light is turned on page 59. ■ Close your other applications, including any problems setting up your printer icon (C82 Series) doesn't appear in the printer. Problems and Solutions...
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...You see page 14 (Windows) or page 22 (Macintosh) for guidelines. ■ Select a higher print quality and turn off High Speed in the printer software. ■ Clean the print head; To replace them, see page 23 for details. ■ The printable side of the paper should be ... ■ Try using . ■ Increase your system's memory (RAM). You may need to the m position. It's usually whiter or shinier. ■ The ink cartridges may also need replacing. see page 34 for help. ■ Close open applications that you 're using the parallel port, enable ECP/DMA mode. Set...
...You see page 14 (Windows) or page 22 (Macintosh) for guidelines. ■ Select a higher print quality and turn off High Speed in the printer software. ■ Clean the print head; To replace them, see page 23 for details. ■ The printable side of the paper should be ... ■ Try using . ■ Increase your system's memory (RAM). You may need to the m position. It's usually whiter or shinier. ■ The ink cartridges may also need replacing. see page 34 for help. ■ Close open applications that you 're using the parallel port, enable ECP/DMA mode. Set...
Printer Basics
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... or curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be old or low on -screen Reference Guide. ■ Use EPSON papers for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may have leaked inside the printer. Reload new paper face up ). see page 25 for proper saturation and absorption of plain paper and press the ) paper...
... or curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be old or low on -screen Reference Guide. ■ Use EPSON papers for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may have leaked inside the printer. Reload new paper face up ). see page 25 for proper saturation and absorption of plain paper and press the ) paper...
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...the Gamma setting on the Advanced dialog box; see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure Black Ink Only is off PhotoEnhance™ . For best results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges. ■ Try turning off (Windows) or Color ink is grainy. ■ Use a higher quality paper, or select a...is calibrated correctly. ■ Try experimenting with a D50 (daylight) light source. ■ Your printed colors can affect the appearance of printer output. Make sure that alters image colors, like Sepia. ■ Try using a special effect that your monitor is , load new paper face ...
...the Gamma setting on the Advanced dialog box; see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure Black Ink Only is off PhotoEnhance™ . For best results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges. ■ Try turning off (Windows) or Color ink is grainy. ■ Use a higher quality paper, or select a...is calibrated correctly. ■ Try experimenting with a D50 (daylight) light source. ■ Your printed colors can affect the appearance of printer output. Make sure that alters image colors, like Sepia. ■ Try using a special effect that your monitor is , load new paper face ...