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GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Printer Driver Settings Overview 29 Printer settings 30 Monitoring settings 31 Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 32 Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3 32 Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 34 Printing barcodes or 2D symbols 35 Setting barcode ...39 Installing USB Replacement Service 39 Replacing a USB-connected printer 40 BI Parallel Port Driver 40 EpsonNet Config 41 Installing EpsonNet Config 42 EPSON Printer Setting 43 Setting Up Your Printer on a Network 43 Sharing the printer 43 Setting up your printer as a shared printer 44...
GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Printer Driver Settings Overview 29 Printer settings 30 Monitoring settings 31 Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 32 Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3 32 Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 34 Printing barcodes or 2D symbols 35 Setting barcode ...39 Installing USB Replacement Service 39 Replacing a USB-connected printer 40 BI Parallel Port Driver 40 EpsonNet Config 41 Installing EpsonNet Config 42 EPSON Printer Setting 43 Setting Up Your Printer on a Network 43 Sharing the printer 43 Setting up your printer as a shared printer 44...
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GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Using the Error Indicators 57... Paper Jams 65 Chapter 7 Where To Get Help Technical Support Web Site 67 Contacting Customer Support 67 Before Contacting Epson 67 Help for Users in Australia 68 Help for Users in Singapore 69 Help for Users in Thailand 69 Help ...71 Help for Users in Latin America 72 Chapter 8 Consumables Replacing the Ink Cartridges 74 Genuine Epson ink cartridges 74 Checking the ink cartridge status 74 Precautions on ink cartridge replacement 76 Replacing an ink cartridge 78 Contents...
GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Using the Error Indicators 57... Paper Jams 65 Chapter 7 Where To Get Help Technical Support Web Site 67 Contacting Customer Support 67 Before Contacting Epson 67 Help for Users in Australia 68 Help for Users in Singapore 69 Help for Users in Thailand 69 Help ...71 Help for Users in Latin America 72 Chapter 8 Consumables Replacing the Ink Cartridges 74 Genuine Epson ink cartridges 74 Checking the ink cartridge status 74 Precautions on ink cartridge replacement 76 Replacing an ink cartridge 78 Contents...
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...-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Printer Features ® Your EPSON GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/...GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 is an ink jet printer with the printer driver and other paper with sprocket holes. ❏ The ability to Know Your Printer 7 The printer has the following features: ❏ The ability to handle a wide range of your printer quickly and easily. The EPSON...labels (continuous base sheet), continuous plain paper, and other software, including the EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility for high-volume printing. ❏ The pigment inks...
...-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Printer Features ® Your EPSON GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/...GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 is an ink jet printer with the printer driver and other paper with sprocket holes. ❏ The ability to Know Your Printer 7 The printer has the following features: ❏ The ability to handle a wide range of your printer quickly and easily. The EPSON...labels (continuous base sheet), continuous plain paper, and other software, including the EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility for high-volume printing. ❏ The pigment inks...
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... do not insert objects through the slots. ❏ Leave adequate room around the printer for easy operation and maintenance. Warning: Use the specified AC Adapter (EPSON AC Adapter K, Model: M248A) only. ❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source. ❏ Place the ...carefully to your printer. When setting up the printer ! Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to avoid bodily injury. ! GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 2 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes !
... do not insert objects through the slots. ❏ Leave adequate room around the printer for easy operation and maintenance. Warning: Use the specified AC Adapter (EPSON AC Adapter K, Model: M248A) only. ❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source. ❏ Place the ...carefully to your printer. When setting up the printer ! Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to avoid bodily injury. ! GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 2 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes !
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...the total ampere of all devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. For details about approved cables, contact Epson customer support. ❏ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as loudspeakers or the base units of any damage resulting from electromagnetic interference ... that comes with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of all equipment to properly grounded electrical outlets. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide ❏ Place the printer where you can easily connect it away from direct sunlight, strong ...
...the total ampere of all devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. For details about approved cables, contact Epson customer support. ❏ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as loudspeakers or the base units of any damage resulting from electromagnetic interference ... that comes with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of all equipment to properly grounded electrical outlets. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide ❏ Place the printer where you can easily connect it away from direct sunlight, strong ...
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... the printer driver settings" on page 28. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 4 Printer Software About Your Printer Software The Epson software includes the printer driver and EPSON Status Monitor 3. Using the Printer Driver You can take full advantage of...Windows applications can access the printer driver from a Windows application, any settings you make apply only to the application you with troubleshooting tips. EPSON Status Monitor 3 allows you to monitor the status of the printer driver. ❏ When you want to reinstall or upgrade the printer ...
... the printer driver settings" on page 28. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 4 Printer Software About Your Printer Software The Epson software includes the printer driver and EPSON Status Monitor 3. Using the Printer Driver You can take full advantage of...Windows applications can access the printer driver from a Windows application, any settings you make apply only to the application you with troubleshooting tips. EPSON Status Monitor 3 allows you to monitor the status of the printer driver. ❏ When you want to reinstall or upgrade the printer ...
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... click Devices and Printers. Right-click your paper is cleared in the Utility menu. Printer Software 31 To monitor the printer, make sure the Disables EPSON Status Monitor 3 check box is not included in the Paper Size drop-down list, you click this button in the Other Config dialog box. GP...-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Adding custom paper sizes If your printer icon, and then click Printing Preferences. 3. Next, click View devices...
... click Devices and Printers. Right-click your paper is cleared in the Utility menu. Printer Software 31 To monitor the printer, make sure the Disables EPSON Status Monitor 3 check box is not included in the Paper Size drop-down list, you click this button in the Other Config dialog box. GP...-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Adding custom paper sizes If your printer icon, and then click Printing Preferences. 3. Next, click View devices...
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... communication error message may occur. * Remote Desktop function: Function which enables a user to access applications or files on . Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3. 1. EPSON Status Monitor 3 is installed when the printer is directly connected to the computer from a remote location using the printer that is connected ...function* of the screen, click Settings, and then click Control Panel. Printer Software 32 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Settings Monitoring Preferences Explanations Click this button to open the Monitoring Preferences dialog...
... communication error message may occur. * Remote Desktop function: Function which enables a user to access applications or files on . Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3. 1. EPSON Status Monitor 3 is installed when the printer is directly connected to the computer from a remote location using the printer that is connected ...function* of the screen, click Settings, and then click Control Panel. Printer Software 32 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Settings Monitoring Preferences Explanations Click this button to open the Monitoring Preferences dialog...
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...button. To add a shortcut icon to access EPSON Status Monitor 3: ❏ Double-click the printer shortcut icon on the taskbar. When you can access the Monitoring Preferences dialog box easily. The selected icon is shown on page 32. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's ...Guide Select Notification Select Shortcut Icon Displays the error item check box On/Off status. Note: Click Default to revert all items to display the selected error notification. Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 Do one of the...
...button. To add a shortcut icon to access EPSON Status Monitor 3: ❏ Double-click the printer shortcut icon on the taskbar. When you can access the Monitoring Preferences dialog box easily. The selected icon is shown on page 32. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's ...Guide Select Notification Select Shortcut Icon Displays the error item check box On/Off status. Note: Click Default to revert all items to display the selected error notification. Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 Do one of the...
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Printing barcodes or 2D symbols The printer driver has the following barcode fonts and 2D symbol fonts. Printer GP-C830/GP-C831/ GP-C832 GP-M830/GP-M831/ GP-M832 Barcode font UPC-A UPC-E JAN13(EAN) JAN8(EAN) Code39 ITF Codabar Code93 Code128 GS1-128 GS1 DataBar ... Stacked DataMatrix AztecCode QR Code Printer Software 35 In this window. Barcodes and 2D symbols can check the printer status in this situation, click the EPSON Status Monitor 3 button in the Utility tab, and use the printer with the status window left open. Note: It might not be easily printed without...
Printing barcodes or 2D symbols The printer driver has the following barcode fonts and 2D symbol fonts. Printer GP-C830/GP-C831/ GP-C832 GP-M830/GP-M831/ GP-M832 Barcode font UPC-A UPC-E JAN13(EAN) JAN8(EAN) Code39 ITF Codabar Code93 Code128 GS1-128 GS1 DataBar ... Stacked DataMatrix AztecCode QR Code Printer Software 35 In this window. Barcodes and 2D symbols can check the printer status in this situation, click the EPSON Status Monitor 3 button in the Utility tab, and use the printer with the status window left open. Note: It might not be easily printed without...
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Select your language. ❏ If the EPSON Installation Program dialog box does not appear automatically, double-click the My Computer icon, right-click the CD-ROM icon, click OPEN in the menu ... to replace a printer with the Micro Adjust function if necessary. See "Adjusting the top-of-form position" on page 27. 2. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide 3. Confirm that the top-of the same model. 1. Note: ❏ If the language selection dialog box appears...
Select your language. ❏ If the EPSON Installation Program dialog box does not appear automatically, double-click the My Computer icon, right-click the CD-ROM icon, click OPEN in the menu ... to replace a printer with the Micro Adjust function if necessary. See "Adjusting the top-of-form position" on page 27. 2. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide 3. Confirm that the top-of the same model. 1. Note: ❏ If the language selection dialog box appears...
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... 2. When the license agreement dialog box appears, read the statement, and then click Next. 5. Select your language. ❏ If the EPSON Installation Program dialog box does not appear automatically, double-click the My Computer icon, right-click the CD-ROM icon, click OPEN in the ...Config Follow these steps to change Search Parameters). Select EpsonNet Config, and then click Install. 7. Printer Software 42 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide ❏ You can output configuration information for multiple printers. ❏ Previous configuration information is ...
... 2. When the license agreement dialog box appears, read the statement, and then click Next. 5. Select your language. ❏ If the EPSON Installation Program dialog box does not appear automatically, double-click the My Computer icon, right-click the CD-ROM icon, click OPEN in the ...Config Follow these steps to change Search Parameters). Select EpsonNet Config, and then click Install. 7. Printer Software 42 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide ❏ You can output configuration information for multiple printers. ❏ Previous configuration information is ...
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.... The clients share the printer through the printer server. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide EPSON Printer Setting EPSON Printer Setting allows you to change the settings, see the online help for EPSON Printer Setting. This tool is directly connected to a Windows XP shared printer, error...
.... The clients share the printer through the printer server. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide EPSON Printer Setting EPSON Printer Setting allows you to change the settings, see the online help for EPSON Printer Setting. This tool is directly connected to a Windows XP shared printer, error...
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Click Uninstall a program (Windows 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, Server 2012 R2, Server 2012, Server 2008 R2, or Server 2008) or click the Add or Remove Programs icon (Windows XP or Server 2003). 4. Select the EPSON Printer Software, and then click Uninstall/Change (Windows 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, Server 2012 R2, Server 2012, Server 2008 R2, or Server 2008) or Change/Remove (Windows XP or Server 2003). Printer Software 51 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide 3.
Click Uninstall a program (Windows 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, Server 2012 R2, Server 2012, Server 2008 R2, or Server 2008) or click the Add or Remove Programs icon (Windows XP or Server 2003). 4. Select the EPSON Printer Software, and then click Uninstall/Change (Windows 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, Server 2012 R2, Server 2012, Server 2008 R2, or Server 2008) or Change/Remove (Windows XP or Server 2003). Printer Software 51 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide 3.
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Click the Printer Model tab, select the icon of the printer you want to uninstall, and then click OK. EPSON Status Monitor 3 cannot be uninstalled separately. ❏ USB Replacement Service and BI Parallel Port Driver can be uninstalled separately. Then, click the Utility ...tab, select USB Replacement Service or BI Parallel Port Driver, and click OK. 6. Printer Software 52 Follow the on-screen instructions. Note: ❏ EPSON Status Monitor 3 is selected in the Printer Model tab. To uninstall only USB Replacement Service or BI Parallel Port Driver, make sure that nothing is...
Click the Printer Model tab, select the icon of the printer you want to uninstall, and then click OK. EPSON Status Monitor 3 cannot be uninstalled separately. ❏ USB Replacement Service and BI Parallel Port Driver can be uninstalled separately. Then, click the Utility ...tab, select USB Replacement Service or BI Parallel Port Driver, and click OK. 6. Printer Software 52 Follow the on-screen instructions. Note: ❏ EPSON Status Monitor 3 is selected in the Printer Model tab. To uninstall only USB Replacement Service or BI Parallel Port Driver, make sure that nothing is...
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...The gaps in the print head are used. Turn off the printer and turn it on again. Ink cartridges not manufactured by Epson are misaligned. Use genuine Epson ink cartridges. Medicine bags may become dirty when printing in an environment with the printer driver, to clear any clogged ink nozzles...for a paper jam. Printed characters are clogged. Print in an environment with your dealer or a qualified service person. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Paper may be jammed. Turn off the printer, wait several minutes, and then turn on page...
...The gaps in the print head are used. Turn off the printer and turn it on again. Ink cartridges not manufactured by Epson are misaligned. Use genuine Epson ink cartridges. Medicine bags may become dirty when printing in an environment with the printer driver, to clear any clogged ink nozzles...for a paper jam. Printed characters are clogged. Print in an environment with your dealer or a qualified service person. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Paper may be jammed. Turn off the printer, wait several minutes, and then turn on page...
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Contacting Customer Support Before Contacting Epson If your Epson product is not listed below, contact the dealer where you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your product documentation. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 7 Where To Get... Help Technical Support Web Site Epson's Technical Support Web Site provides help with problems that cannot be able to the ...
Contacting Customer Support Before Contacting Epson If your Epson product is not listed below, contact the dealer where you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your product documentation. GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Chapter 7 Where To Get... Help Technical Support Web Site Epson's Technical Support Web Site provides help with problems that cannot be able to the ...
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... take. Where To Get Help 68 Epson Helpdesk Epson Helpdesk is located. Operators on problems; The site provides a download area for advise on the Helpdesk can aid you in installing, configuring and operating your product Help for the occasional surf! GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User...
... take. Where To Get Help 68 Epson Helpdesk Epson Helpdesk is located. Operators on problems; The site provides a download area for advise on the Helpdesk can aid you in installing, configuring and operating your product Help for the occasional surf! GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User...
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... (http://www.epson.com.sg) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Sales Enquiries, and Technical Support via e-mail are welcome to provide users with the following information: ❏ Product information Where To Get Help 69 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP...-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Help for Users in both Chinese and English on the Internet to contact Epson Hong Kong Limited.
... (http://www.epson.com.sg) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Sales Enquiries, and Technical Support via e-mail are welcome to provide users with the following information: ❏ Product information Where To Get Help 69 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP...-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide Help for Users in both Chinese and English on the Internet to contact Epson Hong Kong Limited.
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... for download, and products enquiry are available. Where To Get Help 70 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide ❏ Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ❏ Latest versions of Epson product drivers Users can access our World Wide Web home page at: http://www...Asked Questions (FAQ), Sales Enquiries, questions through e-mail Help for Users in India Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web (http://www.epson.co.in the Philippines To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the...
... for download, and products enquiry are available. Where To Get Help 70 GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 User's Guide ❏ Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ❏ Latest versions of Epson product drivers Users can access our World Wide Web home page at: http://www...Asked Questions (FAQ), Sales Enquiries, questions through e-mail Help for Users in India Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web (http://www.epson.co.in the Philippines To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the...