Product Brochure
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Features and Benefits • Copy, scan or fax stacks of documents with high quality scanning - Built-in, 30-page Automatic Document Feeder • Fax in -One Epson Stylus® NX300 Print | Copy | Scan | Fax Great features at a great value. With Auto Photo Correction • Archive documents / photos with ease - On plain or photo paper • Print documents that you need - Turn documents into editable text with convenient speed dial list • Print black text fast - Up to six times longer than leading competitive...
Features and Benefits • Copy, scan or fax stacks of documents with high quality scanning - Built-in, 30-page Automatic Document Feeder • Fax in -One Epson Stylus® NX300 Print | Copy | Scan | Fax Great features at a great value. With Auto Photo Correction • Archive documents / photos with ease - On plain or photo paper • Print documents that you need - Turn documents into editable text with convenient speed dial list • Print black text fast - Up to six times longer than leading competitive...
Product Brochure
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... to change without notice. For maximum print life, display all -in the U.S. Cartridge yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of unframed color prints on accelerated testing of use Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow Printing: 17.7" x 18.7" x 10.6" Storage: 18.1" x 16.2" x 9.3" Weight: 12.8 lb Black Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Windows Vista®, XP, XP x64, 2000 Mac OS® X 10.3.9, 10.4.x and 10.5.x Epson printer driver, Web to Page†, Epson Scan, Epson Easy Photo Print, ABBYY...
... to change without notice. For maximum print life, display all -in the U.S. Cartridge yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of unframed color prints on accelerated testing of use Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow Printing: 17.7" x 18.7" x 10.6" Storage: 18.1" x 16.2" x 9.3" Weight: 12.8 lb Black Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Windows Vista®, XP, XP x64, 2000 Mac OS® X 10.3.9, 10.4.x and 10.5.x Epson printer driver, Web to Page†, Epson Scan, Epson Easy Photo Print, ABBYY...
Quick Guide
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Epson Stylus® NX300 Series Quick Guide Basic Printing, Copying, Scanning, and Faxing Maintaining Your All-in-One Solving Problems
Epson Stylus® NX300 Series Quick Guide Basic Printing, Copying, Scanning, and Faxing Maintaining Your All-in-One Solving Problems
Quick Guide
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..., Scanning, or Faxing 8 Using the Scanner Glass 8 Using the Automatic Document Feeder 9 Copying a Document or Photo 11 Copying a Document 11 Copying a Photo 12 Faxing a Document or Photo 14 Connecting a Phone or Answering Machine 14 Setting Up Fax Features 16 Sending a Fax 20 Receiving Faxes 22 Printing From Your Computer 24 Printing in Windows 24 Printing With a Macintosh 26 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 30 Scanning a Document or Photo 31 Basic Scanning 31 Scanning Multiple Pages 32 Maintaining Your NX300 Series 34 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 34 Cleaning the Print...
..., Scanning, or Faxing 8 Using the Scanner Glass 8 Using the Automatic Document Feeder 9 Copying a Document or Photo 11 Copying a Document 11 Copying a Photo 12 Faxing a Document or Photo 14 Connecting a Phone or Answering Machine 14 Setting Up Fax Features 16 Sending a Fax 20 Receiving Faxes 22 Printing From Your Computer 24 Printing in Windows 24 Printing With a Macintosh 26 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 30 Scanning a Document or Photo 31 Basic Scanning 31 Scanning Multiple Pages 32 Maintaining Your NX300 Series 34 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 34 Cleaning the Print...
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...; Load paper ■ Make a copy of these guidelines as described on your computer! Of course, your NX300 Series can do most of a document or photo ■ Fax a document or photo ■ Get the basic steps for better faxing, copying, scanning, and printing. 4 Introduction For additional instructions, see the on-screen Epson Information Center by double-clicking its icon on the Start Here sheet, turn here to your NX300 Series. Introduction After you have set up your Epson Stylus...
...; Load paper ■ Make a copy of these guidelines as described on your computer! Of course, your NX300 Series can do most of a document or photo ■ Fax a document or photo ■ Get the basic steps for better faxing, copying, scanning, and printing. 4 Introduction For additional instructions, see the on-screen Epson Information Center by double-clicking its icon on the Start Here sheet, turn here to your NX300 Series. Introduction After you have set up your Epson Stylus...
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Open the paper support and pull up , against the right side and behind the tab. (Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first.) Always load paper short edge first, even for landscape printing. While holding the feeder guard forward, pinch the edge guide and slide it left. 3. Then open the output tray, pull out the extension, and raise the paper stopper. 2. Loading Paper 5 Loading Paper You can print documents and photos on a variety of paper types and sizes. For details, see page 6. 1. Insert paper, glossy or printable side up the extension.
Open the paper support and pull up , against the right side and behind the tab. (Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first.) Always load paper short edge first, even for landscape printing. While holding the feeder guard forward, pinch the edge guide and slide it left. 3. Then open the output tray, pull out the extension, and raise the paper stopper. 2. Loading Paper 5 Loading Paper You can print documents and photos on a variety of paper types and sizes. For details, see page 6. 1. Insert paper, glossy or printable side up the extension.
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... d to enter Copy mode. 5. or A4-size plain paper, Epson Bright White Paper, or Epson Presentation Paper Matte in the sheet feeder (see page 8 or 9). 4. Note: You cannot print borderless on a copy machine. Note: To turn on the scanner glass or in the Automatic Document Feeder (see page 5). 3. Place your original document(s) on the NX300 Series. 2. Load letter- Press the P On button to turn off the "beep" heard when you would on plain paper. 7. Copying a Document or Photo Follow the instructions in...
... d to enter Copy mode. 5. or A4-size plain paper, Epson Bright White Paper, or Epson Presentation Paper Matte in the sheet feeder (see page 8 or 9). 4. Note: You cannot print borderless on a copy machine. Note: To turn on the scanner glass or in the Automatic Document Feeder (see page 5). 3. Place your original document(s) on the NX300 Series. 2. Load letter- Press the P On button to turn off the "beep" heard when you would on plain paper. 7. Copying a Document or Photo Follow the instructions in...
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... button to enter Copy mode. 5. Press the Copy/Fax button to turn on the NX300 Series. 2. Note: Do not pull out paper as it ejects automatically. After you finish selecting your settings, press OK and then Menu to 99). 6. it is printing; Press u or d or use the numeric keypad to select the number of copies you want (up to exit settings. 9. To cancel copying, press y Stop/Clear Settings. Copying a Photo You can copy one or two photos...
... button to enter Copy mode. 5. Press the Copy/Fax button to turn on the NX300 Series. 2. Note: Do not pull out paper as it ejects automatically. After you finish selecting your settings, press OK and then Menu to 99). 6. it is printing; Press u or d or use the numeric keypad to select the number of copies you want (up to exit settings. 9. To cancel copying, press y Stop/Clear Settings. Copying a Photo You can copy one or two photos...
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Setting Up Fax Features Before sending or receiving faxes, you leave the NX300 Series unplugged for instructions on -screen Epson Information Center. See the Start Here sheet or on-screen Epson Information Center for a long period of the fax. Press u or d to select Your Phone Number, then press OK. You see the on setting the date and time. Use the numeric keypad to 40 digits. 6. Entering Your Phone Number 1. Note: If you must create a fax header and select...
Setting Up Fax Features Before sending or receiving faxes, you leave the NX300 Series unplugged for instructions on -screen Epson Information Center. See the Start Here sheet or on-screen Epson Information Center for a long period of the fax. Press u or d to select Your Phone Number, then press OK. You see the on setting the date and time. Use the numeric keypad to 40 digits. 6. Entering Your Phone Number 1. Note: If you must create a fax header and select...
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.... 1. Sets the contrast when scanning and printing. Indicates when the NX300 Series prints a report on the selected Paper Size (On), or printed at which faxes are reduced to select Fax Setting, then press OK. 3. Select Off to turn off report printing, On Error to print reports only when an error occurs, or On Send to adjust the image quality of paper loaded in your NX300 Series, select the size at their original size on multiple sheets (Off). Press the Copy/Fax button to select Scan & Print Setup...
.... 1. Sets the contrast when scanning and printing. Indicates when the NX300 Series prints a report on the selected Paper Size (On), or printed at which faxes are reduced to select Fax Setting, then press OK. 3. Select Off to turn off report printing, On Error to print reports only when an error occurs, or On Send to adjust the image quality of paper loaded in your NX300 Series, select the size at their original size on multiple sheets (Off). Press the Copy/Fax button to select Scan & Print Setup...
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... or cancelled.) ■ Fax Mode to select Sending or Poll to Receive mode to receive a fax from the phone. Press 1 to enter another fax machine to send your fax. (You cannot send another fax until you want to confirm. You see the screen at right. Press Menu when you select color. Select or type the number of the first five speed dial/ group dial entries, then press OK. To change the contrast of the following fax settings, press Menu...
... or cancelled.) ■ Fax Mode to select Sending or Poll to Receive mode to receive a fax from the phone. Press 1 to enter another fax machine to send your fax. (You cannot send another fax until you want to confirm. You see the screen at right. Press Menu when you select color. Select or type the number of the first five speed dial/ group dial entries, then press OK. To change the contrast of the following fax settings, press Menu...
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... receive faxes automatically, make sure you load plain paper and select the Paper Size setting that matches the size of paper you've loaded (see "Select Scan and Print Settings" on page 18). If you run out of rings before the NX300 Series answers, see the error message Paper out. Note: To change the number of paper during printing, you see page 15. If the incoming fax pages are scanning with the Automatic Document Feeder, your original on the scanner glass...
... receive faxes automatically, make sure you load plain paper and select the Paper Size setting that matches the size of paper you've loaded (see "Select Scan and Print Settings" on page 18). If you run out of rings before the NX300 Series answers, see the error message Paper out. Note: To change the number of paper during printing, you see page 15. If the incoming fax pages are scanning with the Automatic Document Feeder, your original on the scanner glass...
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... bottom of this window. (If you see page 30) Select Color or Black Ink Only output Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) Select Automatic mode Printing With a Macintosh 27 Note: If the setting you want isn't shown (for example, Scale), check for your Media Type (see the settings shown below.) Copy and page settings Application settings 5. For borderless photos, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Borderless option. 4. Select the basic copy and page settings.
... bottom of this window. (If you see page 30) Select Color or Black Ink Only output Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) Select Automatic mode Printing With a Macintosh 27 Note: If the setting you want isn't shown (for example, Scale), check for your Media Type (see the settings shown below.) Copy and page settings Application settings 5. For borderless photos, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Borderless option. 4. Select the basic copy and page settings.
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... your Epson Stylus NX300 Series software. Open your NX300 Series, check the messages on the display screen to check Epson's support website for more detailed help. With Windows, you have a problem with your on-screen Epson Information Center and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca (Canada). Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to diagnose the cause. You can also click or Start , select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, select EPSON NX300 Series, and click Driver Update...
... your Epson Stylus NX300 Series software. Open your NX300 Series, check the messages on the display screen to check Epson's support website for more detailed help. With Windows, you have a problem with your on-screen Epson Information Center and select Download the Latest Software or visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca (Canada). Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to diagnose the cause. You can also click or Start , select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, select EPSON NX300 Series, and click Driver Update...
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... Error Indicators Follow the instructions on the display screen to solve most common problems. If you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel when copying, when faxing, or in -one of the error messages below if you're having trouble using your all-in your paper is loaded printable side up . When the ink pads are nearing the end of their service life. Scanner error See your documentation. Please contact Epson Support. Don't load paper...
... Error Indicators Follow the instructions on the display screen to solve most common problems. If you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel when copying, when faxing, or in -one of the error messages below if you're having trouble using your all-in your paper is loaded printable side up . When the ink pads are nearing the end of their service life. Scanner error See your documentation. Please contact Epson Support. Don't load paper...
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... the paper. Contact your printouts or they are too faint, run a nozzle check (see page 34) to see if the print head needs cleaning. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you must have a DSL filter connected to clear the message. 3. Problems and Solutions 43 2. Faxing Problems ■ Make sure the recipient's fax machine is turned on and working. ■ Make sure the LINE port on the NX300 Series is a phone or answering machine connected...
... the paper. Contact your printouts or they are too faint, run a nozzle check (see page 34) to see if the print head needs cleaning. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you must have a DSL filter connected to clear the message. 3. Problems and Solutions 43 2. Faxing Problems ■ Make sure the recipient's fax machine is turned on and working. ■ Make sure the LINE port on the NX300 Series is a phone or answering machine connected...
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.... ■ Unplug the product and refer servicing to clean the LCD screen. there may cause fire. ■ Do not press too hard on the product. ■ Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Except as the product. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your documentation, do not drink the ink. ■ Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges;
.... ■ Unplug the product and refer servicing to clean the LCD screen. there may cause fire. ■ Do not press too hard on the product. ■ Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Except as the product. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your documentation, do not drink the ink. ■ Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges;
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... of the covered printer. If your printer is needed, Epson will be another model of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. Epson's liability for securely packaging the defective unit and returning it to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of one . For warranty service, you use only a No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. An Epson service technician will be free from defects...
... of the covered printer. If your printer is needed, Epson will be another model of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. Epson's liability for securely packaging the defective unit and returning it to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of one . For warranty service, you use only a No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. An Epson service technician will be free from defects...
Start Here
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... the NX300 Series is securely connected and turned on -screen User's Guide for instructions. See your NX300 Series. 7 When you see this screen, click Open the Printer List. Make sure the NX300 Series is NOT CONNECTED to your computer. 2 Insert the NX300 Series software CD. 3 Double-click the Epson icon. 4 Click Install and follow the on -screen instructions to install the rest of the software and register your Quick Guide or on . 6 Mac OS X 10.5 users: skip to print, copy, scan, and fax! 5 When prompted, connect the USB cable.
... the NX300 Series is securely connected and turned on -screen User's Guide for instructions. See your NX300 Series. 7 When you see this screen, click Open the Printer List. Make sure the NX300 Series is NOT CONNECTED to your computer. 2 Insert the NX300 Series software CD. 3 Double-click the Epson icon. 4 Click Install and follow the on -screen instructions to install the rest of the software and register your Quick Guide or on . 6 Mac OS X 10.5 users: skip to print, copy, scan, and fax! 5 When prompted, connect the USB cable.
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... instructions. See your Quick Guide or on -screen instructions to install the rest of support are subject to change without notice. Any questions? On-screen Epson Information Center Click the desktop shortcut for printing, copying, scanning, and faxing. Toll or long distance charges may apply. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your software. On-screen help with your NX300 Series. 11 When you 're using your software Select Help...
... instructions. See your Quick Guide or on -screen instructions to install the rest of support are subject to change without notice. Any questions? On-screen Epson Information Center Click the desktop shortcut for printing, copying, scanning, and faxing. Toll or long distance charges may apply. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your software. On-screen help with your NX300 Series. 11 When you 're using your software Select Help...
