User Guide
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... Instructions 4 Printer Parts and Functions Control Panel Functions 10 Understanding the LCD screen 11 Printer Parts 12 Preparing to Print Inserting a Memory Card 13 Loading Paper 16 Paper Handling Instructions 17 Inserting a CD/DVD into the CD/DVD Drive (PictureMate PM 290 Only 18 Choosing a Photo Source 19 Basic Photo Printing Changing the View of Photos on the LCD Screen . . . . 20 Printing Selected Photos 20 Printing Groups of Photos 20 Printing Enlarged Photos 21 Printing Camera-Selected DPOF Photos 22 Printing Options Making Paper and Print Layout Settings...
... Instructions 4 Printer Parts and Functions Control Panel Functions 10 Understanding the LCD screen 11 Printer Parts 12 Preparing to Print Inserting a Memory Card 13 Loading Paper 16 Paper Handling Instructions 17 Inserting a CD/DVD into the CD/DVD Drive (PictureMate PM 290 Only 18 Choosing a Photo Source 19 Basic Photo Printing Changing the View of Photos on the LCD Screen . . . . 20 Printing Selected Photos 20 Printing Groups of Photos 20 Printing Enlarged Photos 21 Printing Camera-Selected DPOF Photos 22 Printing Options Making Paper and Print Layout Settings...
User Guide
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... 46 Using the Optional Battery 47 Maintaining PictureMate Checking and Cleaning the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . 50 Aligning the Print Head 51 Cleaning PictureMate 52 Troubleshooting Error/Warning Messages 53 Printer Power Problems 54 Print and Noise Problems 55 Photo Quality Problems 56 Problems With Paper Feeding 57 Miscellaneous Printout Problems 58 Contacting Customer Support Regional Customer Services 59 PicturePack , Paper, and Options PicturePack and Paper 60 Options 60 Printer Specifications 62 Summary of Panel Settings 68 Index 71 2 PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290
... 46 Using the Optional Battery 47 Maintaining PictureMate Checking and Cleaning the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . 50 Aligning the Print Head 51 Cleaning PictureMate 52 Troubleshooting Error/Warning Messages 53 Printer Power Problems 54 Print and Noise Problems 55 Photo Quality Problems 56 Problems With Paper Feeding 57 Miscellaneous Printout Problems 58 Contacting Customer Support Regional Customer Services 59 PicturePack , Paper, and Options PicturePack and Paper 60 Options 60 Printer Specifications 62 Summary of Panel Settings 68 Index 71 2 PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290
User Guide
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... unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to Seiko Epson Corporation. and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 3 English Photo Printer No part of this publication may be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any interface cables other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by...
... unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to Seiko Epson Corporation. and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 3 English Photo Printer No part of this publication may be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any interface cables other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by...
User Guide
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... that regularly switch on and off. ❏ Avoid using electrical outlets controlled by yourself except as specifically explained in injury, electric shock, or fire. Use of power source indicated on top of power-supply cords and do not allow for the voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to repair the AC adapter, power cord, printer, and options by wall switches or automatic timers. ❏ Keep the entire...
... that regularly switch on and off. ❏ Avoid using electrical outlets controlled by yourself except as specifically explained in injury, electric shock, or fire. Use of power source indicated on top of power-supply cords and do not allow for the voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to repair the AC adapter, power cord, printer, and options by wall switches or automatic timers. ❏ Keep the entire...
User Guide
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... a distinct change in performance. (Do not adjust controls that are coloured in accordance with following code: Blue - Do not unplug the printer or turn the printer off the power to the outlet until the power light goes out. ❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that contain flammable gases inside the printer or touch the photo cartridge during printing. ❏ Do not use the AC adapter in Germany...
... a distinct change in performance. (Do not adjust controls that are coloured in accordance with following code: Blue - Do not unplug the printer or turn the printer off the power to the outlet until the power light goes out. ❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that contain flammable gases inside the printer or touch the photo cartridge during printing. ❏ Do not use the AC adapter in Germany...
User Guide
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... printer. 8 Safety Instructions PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 ❏ Do not charge the battery near or into fire or water. ❏ Do not use the battery that could short-circuit it, such as they leak or smell strange. ❏ If overheating, discoloration, or deformation occur, remove the battery from heat sources. ❏ Do not leave the battery in the user documentation. Replacing...
... printer. 8 Safety Instructions PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 ❏ Do not charge the battery near or into fire or water. ❏ Do not use the battery that could short-circuit it, such as they leak or smell strange. ❏ If overheating, discoloration, or deformation occur, remove the battery from heat sources. ❏ Do not leave the battery in the user documentation. Replacing...
User Guide
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Removing the memory card When you may damage PictureMate. 16 Preparing to Print PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Loading Paper When loading special paper distributed by Epson, read the instruction sheets packed with the paper first. Follow these steps to remove a memory card, make sure the memory card light is flashing; c Caution: Do not remove a card while the memory card light is not flashing, then remove the memory card from the slot. this may lose photos on the right twice. Pull the memory card out. Lower slot Press...
Removing the memory card When you may damage PictureMate. 16 Preparing to Print PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Loading Paper When loading special paper distributed by Epson, read the instruction sheets packed with the paper first. Follow these steps to remove a memory card, make sure the memory card light is flashing; c Caution: Do not remove a card while the memory card light is not flashing, then remove the memory card from the slot. this may lose photos on the right twice. Pull the memory card out. Lower slot Press...
User Guide
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... PictureMate while saving. ❏ Do not eject the CD or operate the printer. ❏ Before writing data to the CD using battery power, make sure the battery is charged in advance, or there is enough power charge. ❏ Do not replace the battery, connect or disconnect the AC cable, or change the power source between AC power and battery. ❏ Avoid replacing the photo cartridge or loading paper...
... PictureMate while saving. ❏ Do not eject the CD or operate the printer. ❏ Before writing data to the CD using battery power, make sure the battery is charged in advance, or there is enough power charge. ❏ Do not replace the battery, connect or disconnect the AC cable, or change the power source between AC power and battery. ❏ Avoid replacing the photo cartridge or loading paper...
User Guide
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... memory card, confirm that PictureMate is turned off. 2. Note: ❏ Install the battery after installing the first photo cartridge and after PictureMate has been moved, try aligning the print head. Installing the battery Follow the steps below . Unplug the AC adapter from the printer. 3. If the battery runs out, saving is enough power in the battery. Press the release latch and remove the battery cover as good after ink...
... memory card, confirm that PictureMate is turned off. 2. Note: ❏ Install the battery after installing the first photo cartridge and after PictureMate has been moved, try aligning the print head. Installing the battery Follow the steps below . Unplug the AC adapter from the printer. 3. If the battery runs out, saving is enough power in the battery. Press the release latch and remove the battery cover as good after ink...
User Guide
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... Maintaining PictureMate PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Select Maintenance, and then press OK. 5. Make sure that PictureMate is incorrect or missing. ❏ Use the Nozzle Check function first to confirm that the cartridge needs replacement or is low on the LCD screen. 2. To avoid wasting ink, clean the print head only if print quality declines; Below are displayed on ink, you printed. for example, if the printout is blurry or the color is turned on page 16. 3. Load a sheet of paper. Select Nozzle Check, and...
... Maintaining PictureMate PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Select Maintenance, and then press OK. 5. Make sure that PictureMate is incorrect or missing. ❏ Use the Nozzle Check function first to confirm that the cartridge needs replacement or is low on the LCD screen. 2. To avoid wasting ink, clean the print head only if print quality declines; Below are displayed on ink, you printed. for example, if the printout is blurry or the color is turned on page 16. 3. Load a sheet of paper. Select Nozzle Check, and...
User Guide
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... to clear the error. See your printer documentation. Press the Menu button, then select Help. Contact Epson for problems when printing without using a computer. Printouts may not be affected. PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Troubleshooting 53 If you can diagnose and solve most problems by checking the messages, use the following table and try the recommended solution. Turn PictureMate off and then back on page 41 Replace the PicturePack. Prepare the new PicturePack. Error in your printer...
... to clear the error. See your printer documentation. Press the Menu button, then select Help. Contact Epson for problems when printing without using a computer. Printouts may not be affected. PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Troubleshooting 53 If you can diagnose and solve most problems by checking the messages, use the following table and try the recommended solution. Turn PictureMate off and then back on page 41 Replace the PicturePack. Prepare the new PicturePack. Error in your printer...
User Guide
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... ). Photo Quality Problems You see banding (light lines) in the image. 56 Troubleshooting PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 ❏ The print head may need aligning; If it is damp or curled, load a new stack of the paper is not damp or curled, or loaded face down (the glossy side should be face up . ❏ The photo cartridge may need cleaning; see "Replacing the PicturePack" on page 51. ❏ Use only paper recommended by Epson to ensure proper saturation, ink absorption, and quality...
... ). Photo Quality Problems You see banding (light lines) in the image. 56 Troubleshooting PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 ❏ The print head may need aligning; If it is damp or curled, load a new stack of the paper is not damp or curled, or loaded face down (the glossy side should be face up . ❏ The photo cartridge may need cleaning; see "Replacing the PicturePack" on page 51. ❏ Use only paper recommended by Epson to ensure proper saturation, ink absorption, and quality...
User Guide
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... print head nozzles may need cleaning; see "Replacing the PicturePack" on page 41. Paper does not feed correctly or jams in the center, then slide both edge guides against the paper (but not too tightly). ❏ If multiple pages feed at once, remove the paper from paper feeder, reload it in the printer. ❏ Make sure the top cover is open, and is wrinkled. To replace the cartridge, see "Checking and Cleaning the Print Head Nozzles" on page 50 for color photos...
... print head nozzles may need cleaning; see "Replacing the PicturePack" on page 41. Paper does not feed correctly or jams in the center, then slide both edge guides against the paper (but not too tightly). ❏ If multiple pages feed at once, remove the paper from paper feeder, reload it in the printer. ❏ Make sure the top cover is open, and is wrinkled. To replace the cartridge, see "Checking and Cleaning the Print Head Nozzles" on page 50 for color photos...
User Guide
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... ones you are incorrect. ❏ Check your photo is PictBridge- If you have a border on page 60). See "Printing From a PictBridge-Enabled Camera" on page 23. ❏ If you see if it to PictureMate and control printing from the Print Settings menu. Load up . ❏ Load paper glossy side up to the edge of the paper feeder. See "Making Paper and Print Layout Settings" on page 28. 58 Troubleshooting PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 The wrong photo is correct.
... ones you are incorrect. ❏ Check your photo is PictBridge- If you have a border on page 60). See "Printing From a PictBridge-Enabled Camera" on page 23. ❏ If you see if it to PictureMate and control printing from the Print Settings menu. Load up . ❏ Load paper glossy side up to the edge of the paper feeder. See "Making Paper and Print Layout Settings" on page 28. 58 Troubleshooting PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 The wrong photo is correct.
User Guide
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... Online User's Guide included in your product documentation, contact customer support services for the latest drivers, FAQs, manuals and other downloadables. PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Contacting Customer Support 59 Europe URL http://www.epson.com Select the Support section of the software applications you normally use with your product Note: For more information on how to help you much more quickly if you give them the following information: ❏ Product serial number (The serial number...
... Online User's Guide included in your product documentation, contact customer support services for the latest drivers, FAQs, manuals and other downloadables. PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Contacting Customer Support 59 Europe URL http://www.epson.com Select the Support section of the software applications you normally use with your product Note: For more information on how to help you much more quickly if you give them the following information: ❏ Product serial number (The serial number...
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... to the online User's Guide manual. 60 PicturePack , Paper, and Options PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 PictureMate PicturePack T5844 (PictureMate Photo Cartridge and 50 sheets of PictureMate Photo Paper) PictureMate PicturePack T5846 (PictureMate Photo Cartridge and 150 sheets of PictureMate Photo Paper) Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper 16:9 Wide For update information, check the Epson support site. Lithium Ion Battery C12C83108✽, model D121A For details on using the optional battery, see "Using the Optional Battery" on page 59 ❏ If you can find the part numbers for...
... to the online User's Guide manual. 60 PicturePack , Paper, and Options PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 PictureMate PicturePack T5844 (PictureMate Photo Cartridge and 50 sheets of PictureMate Photo Paper) PictureMate PicturePack T5846 (PictureMate Photo Cartridge and 150 sheets of PictureMate Photo Paper) Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper 16:9 Wide For update information, check the Epson support site. Lithium Ion Battery C12C83108✽, model D121A For details on using the optional battery, see "Using the Optional Battery" on page 59 ❏ If you can find the part numbers for...
User Guide
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... photo cartridge before the date printed on the cartridge carton. ❏ Do not refill the photo cartridge. c Caution: ❏ Epson recommends the use of opening the package. PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Printer Specifications 65 English Drive spin rate CD Read and verify rate 24x CD Writing rate 10x CD-R 4x CD-RW Multi 10x CD-RW Hight 10x CD-RW Ultra DVD 5x DVD Not supported Photo Cartridge PictureMate Photo Cartridge Color Cartridge...
... photo cartridge before the date printed on the cartridge carton. ❏ Do not refill the photo cartridge. c Caution: ❏ Epson recommends the use of opening the package. PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Printer Specifications 65 English Drive spin rate CD Read and verify rate 24x CD Writing rate 10x CD-R 4x CD-RW Multi 10x CD-RW Hight 10x CD-RW Ultra DVD 5x DVD Not supported Photo Cartridge PictureMate Photo Cartridge Color Cartridge...
User Guide
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... Edit Decorate Rotate Color Effects Red-Eye Brightness Saturation Sharpness Add Decoration Clear Decoration Do Not Rotate 90 degrees 180 degrees 270 degrees None / B & W / Sepia On / Off -2 to 2 -2 to 2 -2 to 2 Help Improve print quality Lines Color is wrong Printout is blurred Quick Guide Insert memory card Eject memory card Load paper Change photo cartridge Card is inserted in the wrong slot Save Photo(s) All Photos Select Photos Maintenance Nozzle Check Auto Cleaning Head Alignment Check PicturePack Status Cleaning Sheet PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Summary of Panel Settings 69
... Edit Decorate Rotate Color Effects Red-Eye Brightness Saturation Sharpness Add Decoration Clear Decoration Do Not Rotate 90 degrees 180 degrees 270 degrees None / B & W / Sepia On / Off -2 to 2 -2 to 2 -2 to 2 Help Improve print quality Lines Color is wrong Printout is blurred Quick Guide Insert memory card Eject memory card Load paper Change photo cartridge Card is inserted in the wrong slot Save Photo(s) All Photos Select Photos Maintenance Nozzle Check Auto Cleaning Head Alignment Check PicturePack Status Cleaning Sheet PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Summary of Panel Settings 69
User Guide
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... DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), 22 E Edge guide, 17 Edit, 24, 25 Enhance, 24 Error messages, 53 Expansion, 24 External device external, 26 to 29 F Faint images, 56 Fix Photos, 24 Flash memory drive printing from, 26 saving files to, 36 G Gaps in image, 56 I Image quality, 56 to 57 Incorrect colors, 57 Ink, 60 J Jams paper, 57 L Language, 35 Layout, 23 LCD screen, 11 messages, 53 Loading paper, 16 PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Index 71...
... DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), 22 E Edge guide, 17 Edit, 24, 25 Enhance, 24 Error messages, 53 Expansion, 24 External device external, 26 to 29 F Faint images, 56 Fix Photos, 24 Flash memory drive printing from, 26 saving files to, 36 G Gaps in image, 56 I Image quality, 56 to 57 Incorrect colors, 57 Ink, 60 J Jams paper, 57 L Language, 35 Layout, 23 LCD screen, 11 messages, 53 Loading paper, 16 PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Index 71...
User Guide
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... safety instructions, 9 Power cable, 46 Problems memory card, 55 missing colors, 57 paper feeding, 57 to 58 paper jam, 57 print quality, 56 to 57 Q Quality, 56 to 57 R Red eye, 25 Removing memory card, 16 photo cartridge, 41 Rotate, 25 S Saturation, 25 Save photos, 36, 38 Setup problems, 55 Sharpness, 25 Smears, 56 72 Index PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Spec, 62 T Technical support, 59 Thumb drive printing from, 26 saving files to, 36 Transporting PictureMate, 46 Troubleshooting, 53 to 58 U USB DP (USB Direct Print), 28...
... safety instructions, 9 Power cable, 46 Problems memory card, 55 missing colors, 57 paper feeding, 57 to 58 paper jam, 57 print quality, 56 to 57 Q Quality, 56 to 57 R Red eye, 25 Removing memory card, 16 photo cartridge, 41 Rotate, 25 S Saturation, 25 Save photos, 36, 38 Setup problems, 55 Sharpness, 25 Smears, 56 72 Index PictureMate PM 260 / PM 290 Spec, 62 T Technical support, 59 Thumb drive printing from, 26 saving files to, 36 Transporting PictureMate, 46 Troubleshooting, 53 to 58 U USB DP (USB Direct Print), 28...